The Houston Rockets defeated the Atlanta Hawks last night, 100-96. The win comes on the second half of a back-to-back, as the Rockets defeated the Boston Celtics in TD Garden the previous night. This win at State Farm Arena was yet another test, as Houston has built a legitimate resume this season.

At issue was a brutal second half in which the Timberwolves were outscored 49-40 by the zombie Hawks, who were missing Trae Young, Jalen Johnson, Dyson Daniels and Bogdan Bogdanović. The Wolves still needed to play Rudy Gobert 38 minutes, Anthony Edwards 35 and Mike Conley 31 to ensure they finished off the Hawks.

After losing to the Hawks, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla made it clear that he's not scared of the challenges of the regular season.

The Houston Rockets visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday in a Western Conference showdown, hoping to do something they haven't done in 15 seasons.

Prediction for the NBA match which will take place on January 28. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Houston comes into a matchup with Atlanta as winners of three games in a row. The teams match up Tuesday for the first time this season.

Atlanta will try to break its four-game slide when the Hawks take on Minnesota. The teams match up Monday for the first time this season.

Before the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline, the Spurs could make a deal to add a high-level passer next to Wembanyama. Paul is 39 years old and is signed to only a one-year deal, so being proactive about finding his replacement is a must.

The Hawks and the Rockets are about to tip off their game in Atlanta and both teams just revealed their starting lineup for tonight's matchup. Hawks: G- Trae Y

The Atlanta Hawks are hosting the Houston Rockets tonight and are hoping they can snap their five- game losing streak. Both teams played games last night on the

BOTTOM LINE: Atlanta heads into the matchup against Minnesota after losing four games in a row. The Timberwolves have gone 11-10 at home. Minnesota ranks third in the Western Conference in team defense, allowing only 108.1 points while holding opponents to 45.4% shooting.