![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GettyImages-2256579845-1568x1045.jpg\")
<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
James Harden (36 pts) led the Clippers over the Wizards on League Pass.<\/p>\n
What we know about Monday\u2019s games:<\/p>\n
We have a national TV quadruple-header on this Martin Luther King Jr. Day! JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 5:45 ET<\/p>\n Mavericks up after one<\/p>\n 31-22<\/a> on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n Max Christie leads the Mavericks with 9 points, while Dwight Powell is a team-high +13.<\/p>\n Mitchell Robinson (8 pts, 7 reb) is off to a strong start for the Knicks.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 5:37 ET<\/p>\n Clippers hang on against Wizards<\/p>\n It came down to the final few possessions, but the Clippers held on against the Wizards 110-106.<\/p>\n James Harden (36 pts, 7 reb, 9 ast) delivered a vintage performance to lead LA, which also received 16 points from Jordan Miller and a double-double from Ivica Zubac (14 pts, 12 reb).<\/p>\n All five starters scored in double figures for the Wizards, led by Alex Sarr (28 pts).<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 5:28 ET<\/p>\n Alien watch<\/p>\n Wemby is having his way in the 1Q \ud83d\udc40<\/p>\n 13 PTS \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 5:16 ET<\/p>\n Thunder roll over Cavaliers<\/p>\n 136-104<\/a>, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts) continued his steady scoring, aided by Chet Holmgren (28 pts, 8 reb, 2 blk, 4 3PM).<\/p>\n The Thunder hit 23-of-47 (48.9 percent) of their attempts from distance, while the Cavs were 8-of-35 (22.9 percent).<\/p>\n Donovan Mitchell (19 pts) led five Cavaliers in double figures.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 4:59 ET<\/p>\n Clippers-Wizards tight in the fourth<\/p>\n 85-all with just over 9 minutes to go in the fourth quarter in Washington.<\/p>\n Kyshawn George (15 pts, 6 reb, 5 ast, 3 stl) is doing a bit of everything for the Wizards, who have a 25-8 lead in fast break points.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 4:36 ET<\/p>\n Thunder up as the fourth begins<\/p>\n 92-79 Thunder with 11:41 to go in the fourth quarter. Catch the finish on NBC and Peacock!<\/p>\n SNATCH the board. Jarrett Allen and the Cavs are battling on NBC & Peacock\u2026 Tap to watch: https:\/\/t.co\/vz3T3qncp0<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/9AEvegAC9a<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n “SGA dances, SGA drives, SGA scores\u2026”<\/p>\n He’s got a game-high 26 PTS as we head into Q4 on NBC & Peacock\u2026 Tap to watch: https:\/\/t.co\/vz3T3qncp0<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/4SwGZOerpH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 4:21 ET<\/p>\n Clippers up 54-53 at the half<\/p>\n James Harden has 18 points and six assists at the half, including a 12-of-12 streak at the free throw line, continuing his recent streak of hot play. He\u2019s averaging 24.5 ppg and 8.1 ast over his last 10 games.<\/p>\n Alex Sarr has 17 to pace the Wizards.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 4:15 ET<\/p>\n Thunder up, but Cavaliers battling back<\/p>\n 76-63 Thunder, but the Cavs just went on a 7-0 run.<\/p>\n Hungry on both ends \ud83c\udf6a pic.twitter.com\/WTrcAb32Dh<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 4:00 ET<\/p>\n Thunder up 66-51 at the break<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 16 points to pace Oklahoma City, which is shooting 55 percent to 35 percent for Cleveland. The Thunder have 11 points off turnovers so far.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 3:44 ET<\/p>\n Respect from across the world<\/p>\n Martin Luther King Jr.\u2019s son, MLK III and his co-visionary Mrs. Arndrea Waters King are honored in Atlanta! pic.twitter.com\/sjSa8oXI42<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 3:34 ET<\/p>\n Bucks hold on<\/p>\n Milwaukee wins 112-110<\/a>, as CJ McCollum\u2019s desperation shot attempt glances off the rim.<\/p>\n Jalen Johnson (28 pts, 16 reb, 6 ast) was huge for Atlanta, but Giannis Antetokounmpo (21 pts, 17 reb, 6 ast) offset him for the Bucks.<\/p>\n The Hawks won the second half by 14 points, but fell just short in their comeback attempt.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 3:19 ET<\/p>\n Hawks closing the gap on Peacock<\/p>\n 96-90 Bucks with just over four minutes to go. Catch the finish on Peacock!<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 3:03 ET<\/p>\n Incisive, Isaiah<\/p>\n A slick pass from Isaiah Joe here. Thunder are up 26-16 with 3:51 to go in the first quarter.<\/p>\n Stole it, passed it, finished it \ud83e\udd1d pic.twitter.com\/IpNnFr3thR<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 3:00 ET<\/p>\n Clippers-Wizards underway on League Pass<\/p>\n The time is always right to do what is right. #MLKDay<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/hCSfLH8keY<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 LA Clippers (@LAClippers) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n .@Khris22m<\/a> served as a producer on the short film, “Hoops, Hopes, & Dreams”, that detailed how Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and civil rights activists used basketball to drive change \ud83e\udd1d <\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa5 Stream it today on Hulu & Disney+ pic.twitter.com\/3cSBlmRclX<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 2:45 ET<\/p>\n Thunder-Cavs underway on NBC and Peacock<\/p>\n \u275dThe time is always right to do what is right.\u275e<\/p>\n Today, we honor the lasting legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His message of love, service, and equality continues to inspire us onward in meaningful community engagement. pic.twitter.com\/sQ9WJ3pMjG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Two of the more talented teams in the Association are getting it rolling.<\/p>\n Donovan Mitchell and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are superstars; Evan Mobley and Chet Holmgren are do-it-all-bigs with defensive chops; Aaron Wiggins and Jaylon Tyson are wings with game on the rise. Get into it! We\u2019re live coast to coast.<\/p>\n “If it wasn’t for his influence, a lot of guys from all over the world wouldn’t even be playing basketball on the same court together.” \u2013 Darius Garland and the @cavs<\/a> reflect on Dr. King’s legacy.#MLKDay<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/STpbkrPweP<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA Cares (@nbacares) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 2:26 ET<\/p>\n Your NBA All-Star 2026 starters!<\/p>\n The NBA All-Star Starters! <\/p>\n EAST: WEST: \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The 2026 All-Star Game will\u00a0feature a new format<\/a> in which two teams of U.S. players and one team of international players (known as the World team) will compete in a round-robin tournament featuring four 12-minute games.<\/p>\n The All-Star players are being selected regardless of position, with the seven reserves being chosen by NBA coaches.<\/p>\n The top finishers by conference in the final fan returns for NBA All-Star Voting \u2b07\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/PhMfdofA5s<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/KgGSislFOl<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA Communications (@NBAPR) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 2:14 ET<\/p>\n Bucks up 54-38 at the half<\/p>\n Giannis Antetokounmpo has 14 points on 5-of-7 shooting, with Bobby Portis adding 10. Milwaukee led by as many as 20 in the first half.<\/p>\n Jalen Johnson has 11 to lead Atlanta, which is 1-of-22 from three-point range so far.<\/p>\n \u201cJust trying to find the open man and let it fly,\u201d Portis of the Bucks\u2019 approach. \u201cStay with a sense of urgency. Hit them first, then go from there.\u201d<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 2:02 ET<\/p>\n Graceful, Giannis<\/p>\n Prototypical Antetokounmpo. 45-33 Bucks with 2:42 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n Stride at a relaxed rate. Giannis and the Bucks are ahead on NBC & Peacock\u2026 Tap to watch: https:\/\/t.co\/FmLe3APjd5<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/TcjFayChqA<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) January 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The Hawks are hanging around despite being 0-20 from three-point range so far.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 1:50 ET<\/p>\n Bucks open up lead with 20-2 run<\/p>\n 36-21 Milwaukee, as AJ Green (9 pts, 3 3PM), knocks down another three-pointer.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 1:42 ET<\/p>\n Bucks up as second quarter begins<\/p>\n 23-21 Bucks with 10:55 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n Milwaukee\u2019s held Atlanta to 30 percent shooting so far, including 0-of-13 shooting from three-point range. But the Hawks have a plus-3 turnover advantage and a 19-14 lead on the boards, helping them stay in it.<\/p>\n Ryan Rollins leads all scorers with 7 points.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 1:25 ET<\/p>\n Bucks and Hawks dueling early<\/p>\n 16-15 Milwaukee with 4:00 to go in the first quarter.<\/p>\n Nice alternate uniform matchup \u2014 the Bucks\u2019 \u201cCream City\u201d look versus the Hawks\u2019 \u201cPeachtree\u201d joints.<\/p>\n Lock in on Peacock and settle in for some holiday basketball.<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 1:00 ET<\/p>\n Honor Dr. King\u2019s legacy and get involved<\/p>\n Partnering with the Realize the Dream foundation, NBA Cares is committed to helping achieve 100 million hours of service by 2029 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\u2019s 100th birthday. Get involved today!<\/a><\/p>\n Learn more about Dr. King\u2019s legacy<\/p>\n JANUARY 19, 2026 \/\/ 12:45 ET<\/p>\n Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!<\/p>\n We have a day\u2019s worth of NBA action for you, highlighted by a quadruple-header on NBC and Peacock. Spend a joyous holiday and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the National Basketball Association.<\/p>\n \u201cHe fought for justice, he fought for equality,\u201d said Aaron Wiggins<\/a>. \u201cThere\u2019s a sense of that that\u2019s human nature. Everyone wants something equal.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cNo one was born to hate another another,\u201d said Bismack Biyombo<\/a>. \u201cWe were born to love.\u201d<\/p>\n Here\u2019s the complete slate:<\/p>\n Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks, 1 ET (Peacock)<\/a>
\nCurrently live on NBC and Peacock: Mavericks-Knicks (5 ET<\/a>).
\nThe Bucks defeated the Hawks 112-110<\/a> behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (21 pts, 17 reb, 6 ast), despite Atlanta\u2019s second-half comeback attempt.
\nThe Thunder dominated the Cavaliers 136-104<\/a> behind the star duo of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts) and Chet Holmgren (28 pts, 8 reb), hitting 49 percent of their three-pointers along the way.
\nThe\u00a02026 NBA All-Star Game starters<\/a> were revealed! Read on to learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n
3-4 3PM
4-5 FGM pic.twitter.com\/Yxs2spdOys<\/a><\/p>\n
WALLOP the rim.<\/p>\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyrese Maxey
Jalen Brunson
Cade Cunningham
Jaylen Brown <\/p>\n
Luka Don\u010di\u0107
Nikola Joki\u0107
Stephen Curry
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Victor Wembanyama<\/p>\n
Attack with splitting steps.
Finish with finesse.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/mlk_reflection-1568x836.png\")
<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/MLK-Tune-In-Template-2026-2-MIL-ATL16x9-No-Headline-1-1568x882.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
\nOklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, 2:30 ET (NBC, Peacock)<\/a>
\nLA Clippers vs. Washington Wizards, 3 ET<\/a>
\nDallas Mavericks vs. New York Knicks, 5 ET (NBC, Peacock)<\/a>
\nUtah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs, 5 ET<\/a>
\nIndiana Pacers vs. Philadelphia 76ers, 7 ET<\/a>
\nPhoenix Suns vs. Brooklyn Nets, 7:30 ET<\/a>
\nBoston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons, 8 ET (NBC, Peacock)<\/a>
\nMiami Heat vs. Golden State Warriors, 10 ET<\/a><\/p>\n