NBA teams compete for playoff positions today

Several NBA games are scheduled for today as teams aim for playoff spots. Notable matchups include the Detroit Pistons vs. New Orleans Pelicans and the Utah Jazz vs. Cleveland Cavaliers. Many players are sidelined due to injuries. The Pistons will play the Pelicans at Little Caesars Arena at 3:00 PM ET. The Pistons, with a recent 5-5 record, are favored to win against the Pelicans, who have struggled with a 2-8 run. Viewers can watch on NBA League Pass. In another game, the Cavaliers, leading the Eastern Conference, face the struggling Jazz at 3:30 PM ET. The Cavaliers are looking to extend their 6-4 streak, while the Jazz sit at 1-9. This game will also be available on NBA League Pass. At 6:00 PM ET, the Atlanta Hawks will take on the Philadelphia 76ers at State Farm Arena. The Hawks have a strong 7-3 record recently, making them favorites over the 76ers, who are at 2-8. Fans can watch on FDSSE and NBCS-PH+. Also at 6:00 PM ET, the Miami Heat face the Charlotte Hornets at Kaseya Center. The Heat hope to end a 10-game losing streak against the Hornets. The game can be watched on FDSSE and FDSSUN. The Portland Trail Blazers will compete against the Boston Celtics at 6:00 PM ET at Moda Center. The Celtics, with a 9-1 record, are the favorites. This game will be shown on NBA League Pass. Another matchup features the San Antonio Spurs visiting the Toronto Raptors at 6:00 PM ET. The Spurs and Raptors have closely matched records. Viewers can catch the game on NBA League Pass. At 7:00 PM ET, the Houston Rockets will host the Denver Nuggets. The Rockets, aiming for their 10th win in their last 11 games, are favored over the Nuggets. This game is available on the Space City Home Network. Finally, the Los Angeles Clippers will host the Oklahoma City Thunder at 9:00 PM ET. The Thunder are on a strong run and are expected to win this matchup. This game can also be viewed on NBA League Pass.