The NBA played 5 games on Thursday, January 1. The widest margin: Houston Rockets over Brooklyn Nets, 120–96 (by 24 points). The closest: Miami Heat over Detroit Pistons, 118–112. Kawhi Leonard (LA Clippers) led all scorers with 45 points.
Games
- Houston Rockets 120, Brooklyn Nets 96. Final. Projected HOU 75% · called it
- Miami Heat 118, Detroit Pistons 112. Final. Projected DET 62% · missed
- Philadelphia 76ers 123, Dallas Mavericks 108. Final. Projected PHI 56% · called it
- Boston Celtics 120, Sacramento Kings 106. Final. Projected BOS 75% · called it
- Utah Jazz 101, LA Clippers 118. Final. Projected LAC 75% · called it
