The Milwaukee Bucks have gone from bad to worse, after rumours started swirling that Giannis Antetokounmpo was potentially looking elsewhere to then pinging a calf that day.
The New York Knicks have quietly slipped into second spot in the Eastern Conference and should welcome back anther starter for this game.
Philadelphia have been gallant considering the run of injuries they have had to start the season. It’s mainly been Tyrese Maxey, but V.J Edgecombe has been a welcomed addition this season.
The bench might look a bit funny for Chicago in this game, as almost half their squad could be in street clothes.
The Washington Wizards notched just their third win for the season against the Bucks. They will need a big game from CJ McCollum if lightning is to strike twice against the 76ers.
The Phoenix Suns have been a genuine surprise packet this season, and although he's had a stint due to injury, Grayson Allen has produced some huge games to start the season.
A rookie sensation last week, a big struggling for minutes this week. Derik Queen had the NBA world talking after three big games, but he's been really poor lately and second-year player Yves Missi is taking his minutes at centre.
The Pistons were rolling equalling a franchise best 13 game win streak before dropping two games in a row. Cade Cunningham has been brilliant but will need to continue this level of effort if Detroit are to get back into winning ways.
The Emirates NBA Cup continues to heat up with 11 games across the association.
The last time Jalen Duren faced the Celtics he went large and this time they will be without their defensive powerhouse.






