# Best NBA games on Monday, January 5, 2026

Monday, January 5, 2026 · 8 games · times ET

Every game is scored 0–100 for how worth watching it is: stakes, star matchups, form, rest and travel. How we score: https://hoopsmenu.com/how-we-score

## New York Knicks at Detroit Pistons

Final NYK 90, DET 121 · Peacock · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500502)

## Chicago Bulls at Boston Celtics

Final CHI 101, BOS 115 · Local TV · League Pass · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500503)

## Atlanta Hawks at Toronto Raptors

Final ATL 100, TOR 118 · Local TV · League Pass · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500504)

## Phoenix Suns at Houston Rockets

Final PHX 97, HOU 100 · Local TV · League Pass · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500505)

## Charlotte Hornets at Oklahoma City Thunder

Final CHA 124, OKC 97 · Local TV · League Pass · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500506)

## Denver Nuggets at Philadelphia 76ers

Final/OT DEN 125, PHI 124 · Peacock · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500507)

## Golden State Warriors at LA Clippers

Final GSW 102, LAC 103 · Peacock · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500508)

## Utah Jazz at Portland Trail Blazers

Final UTA 117, POR 137 · Local TV · League Pass · [details](https://hoopsmenu.com/games/0022500509)

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_Updated Wed, Nov 11, 1:11 AM EST._

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Source: https://hoopsmenu.com/nba/tonight/2026-01-05 · Hoops Menu (https://hoopsmenu.com)