The Utah Jazz (15-34) face the Toronto Raptors (29-21) in an interconference matchup, with the Jazz aiming to snap a five-game losing streak on the road against a Raptors team looking to avoid another second-half collapse after blowing a 13-point lead in their last outing. Toronto opens a five-game homestand, while Utah begins a five-game road trip. This is the first meeting between the teams this season, broadcast on Jazz+, KJZZ, and SportsNet.
Venue Location
Scotiabank Arena Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
The Jazz have struggled immensely, dropping their last five games and posting a 1-9 record in their last 10. The Raptors have been more consistent but are coming off a tough loss where they squandered a double-digit lead.
Utah Jazz (1-9 in last 10 games, on 5-game losing streak): The Jazz average 113.2 PPG in losses over their last 10, allowing 129.8 PPG (negative margin of -16.6). They’ve shot 45.7% from the field but rank poorly defensively. Recent results:
Jan 30: L 99-109 vs BKN (40.9 FG%, 16 TO)
Jan 28: L 112-124 @ SAC (44.4 FG%, 15 TO)
Jan 26: L 102-115 vs DEN (43.2 FG%, 14 TO)
Jan 24: L 105-120 vs LAC (42.5 FG%, 17 TO)
Jan 22: W 118-112 @ POR Overall, Utah ranks 6th in PPG (118.4) but 30th in opponent PPG allowed (127.4), 18th in RPG (43.6), and 2nd in APG (30.3).
Toronto Raptors (6-4 in last 10 games, lost 1 of last 2): The Raptors average 118.4 PPG in wins over their last 10, allowing 106.7 PPG (positive margin of +11.7). They’ve shot 49.1% from the field with strong playmaking. Recent results:
Jan 30: L 120-130 @ ORL (45.7 FG%, 14 TO)
Jan 28: W 124-112 vs DAL (48.9 FG%, 11 TO)
Jan 26: W 118-107 @ IND (47.8 FG%, 10 TO)
Jan 24: W 121-103 vs NOP (50.6 FG%, 9 TO)
Jan 22: L 105-116 vs OKC Overall, Toronto ranks 24th in PPG (113.7) and 22nd in RPG (43.1), but 8th in opponent PPG allowed (112.4) and 4th in APG (29.5).
Injury Report
Utah Jazz:
Keyonte George (G): Questionable – Left Ankle Sprain
Elijah Harkless (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Walker Kessler (C): Out – Left Shoulder Injury Recovery
Kevin Love (F): Questionable – Illness
Lauri Markkanen (F): Questionable – Rest
Georges Niang (F): Out – Left Foot Fourth Metatarsal Stress Reaction
Jusuf Nurkic (C): Questionable – Illness
John Tonje (F): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Oscar Tshiebwe (F): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Toronto Raptors:
Chucky Hepburn (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Jakob Poeltl (C): Out – Lower Back Strain
Key
Player Matchups
With injuries sidelining key bigs like Poeltl and potentially Markkanen/Nurkic, the game could hinge on perimeter battles and rebounding. Toronto’s depth and home advantage favor them.
Brandon Ingram (TOR) vs. Brice Sensabaugh (UTA): Ingram (21.9 PPG, 47.1% FG, 5.9 RPG) is Toronto’s scoring leader and will exploit Utah’s weak defense (30th in opponent PPG). Sensabaugh (emerging role) must contain Ingram’s mid-range and drives but lacks experience.
Scottie Barnes (TOR) vs. Lauri Markkanen (UTA): Barnes (19.4 PPG, 8.3 RPG, 5.6 APG) provides versatility and could dominate the glass against a questionable Markkanen (projected 24 PPG, 6 RPG). If Markkanen sits, Utah’s mismatch worsens.
Immanuel Quickley (TOR) vs. Keyonte George (UTA): Quickley (18.7 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 3.6 APG) handles playmaking; George (projected 22 PPG, 8 APG, but questionable) showed efficiency (9-for-11 last game) but may be limited by ankle.
RJ Barrett (TOR) vs. Taylor Hendricks (UTA): Barrett (solid contributor) faces Hendricks (defensive focus), where Toronto’s scoring edge (24th PPG) could overwhelm Utah’s poor defense.
Toronto’s bench, led by Gradey Dick and Kelly Olynyk, should outmatch Utah’s depleted rotation.
Series History
The Jazz hold a 34-23 all-time regular-season edge over the Raptors. In recent matchups, Toronto averages 118.0 PPG while Utah scores 113.5 PPG. Recent games:
Mar 14, 2025: Jazz 118-126 Raptors (TOR won at UTA)
Mar 7, 2025: Raptors 118-109 Jazz (TOR won at home)
Jan 12, 2024: Jazz 145-113 Raptors (UTA won at home)
Dec 23, 2023: Raptors 126-119 Jazz (TOR won at home)
Feb 10, 2023: Raptors 122-116 Jazz (TOR won at home) Toronto has won 4 of the last 5, including the last two.
Betting Trends
Toronto is 25-25 ATS this season (1-1 as 11.5+ point favorites), while Utah is 25-24 ATS (8-12 as underdogs). The Raptors’ games hit the over 40% of the time (20/50), and combined, these teams average 232.1 PPG (slightly under the total). However, with injuries, recent games trend over for Utah (61.2% O/U) but mixed for Toronto. Utah is 1-4 ATS in its last 5; Toronto is 3-2 ATS in last 5.
Game Odds
Utah Jazz 234.5
Toronto Raptors – 10.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Chicago Bulls (24-25) face the Miami Heat (26-24) in an Eastern Conference matchup on the second night of a back-to-back for both teams. The Bulls are coming off a gritty road win over the Heat despite significant absences, while Miami looks to rebound from that loss at home. This game could be defined by depth and fatigue, with key injuries impacting both sides. Broadcast on FDSSUN, CHSN, and WPLG.
Venue Location
Kaseya Center Miami, FL
Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams played on January 31, with the Bulls pulling off an upset win. Chicago has shown resilience without stars, but Miami’s inconsistency persists.
Chicago Bulls (5-5 in last 10 games, won 1 of last 2): The Bulls average 117.6 PPG over their last 10, allowing 119.7 PPG (negative margin of -2.1). They’ve shot 47.6% from the field but struggle defensively.
Recent results:
Jan 31: W 125-118 @ MIA (48.9% FG, 10 TO)
Jan 29: L 113-116 vs MIA (45.2% FG, 14 TO)
Jan 27: W 120-115 vs MEM (47.8% FG, 12 TO)
Jan 25: L 102-110 @ ATL (44.4% FG, 15 TO)
Jan 23: W 112-108 vs ORL Overall, Chicago ranks 10th in PPG (117.6) and 12th in RPG (45.3), with a defense allowing 119.7 PPG (25th).
Miami Heat (6-4 in last 10 games, lost 1 of last 2): The Heat average 116.4 PPG in their last 10, allowing 112.3 PPG (positive margin of +4.1). They’ve shot 45.8% from the field with strong rebounding. Recent results:
Jan 31: L 118-125 vs CHI (47.3% FG, 13 TO)
Jan 29: W 116-113 @ CHI (45.2% FG, 14 TO)
Jan 27: W 124-112 vs DAL (48.9% FG, 11 TO)
Jan 25: L 105-110 @ ORL (43.2% FG, 16 TO)
Jan 23: W 121-115 vs IND Overall, Miami ranks 12th in PPG (116.4) and 8th in RPG (44.8), with a defense holding opponents to 112.3 PPG (7th).
Injury Report
Chicago Bulls:
Josh Giddey (G): Out – Injury Management
Jalen Smith (F): Out – Left Calf Strain
Tre Jones (G): Out – Left Hamstring Strain
Zach Collins (C): Out – Right Toe Sprain
Nikola Vucevic (C): Questionable – Rest
Coby White (G): Questionable – Right Calf Injury Management
Noa Essengue (F): Out – Left Shoulder Surgery (season-ending)
Emanuel Miller (F): Questionable – Migraine
Miami Heat:
Tyler Herro (G): Out – Right Rib Injury
Davion Mitchell (G): Out – Left Shoulder Strain
Norman Powell (G): Out – Personal Reasons
Terry Rozier (G): Out – Immediate Leave (personal/legal)
Kel’el Ware (C): Questionable – Right Hamstring Strain
Key
Player Matchups
Injuries force both teams to rely on secondary options, shifting focus to versatile forwards and emerging guards. Miami’s home rebounding could be key.
Bam Adebayo (MIA) vs. Patrick Williams (CHI): Adebayo (18.1 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 2.8 APG) anchors Miami’s interior and will test Williams (assuming Vucevic sits; 10.2 PPG, strong defense). Williams must limit Adebayo’s post play.
Andrew Wiggins (MIA) vs. Ayo Dosunmu (CHI): Wiggins (15.7 PPG, 4.9 RPG, 46.9% FG) provides scoring punch; Dosunmu (15.1 PPG, recent 29 PTS explosion) needs to match his energy on drives.
Pelle Larsson (MIA) vs. Matas Buzelis (CHI): Larsson (efficient shooter, 22 PTS last game) steps up without guards; Buzelis (15.1 PPG, 5.4 RPG) brings athleticism and could exploit mismatches.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (MIA) vs. Isaac Okoro (CHI): Jaquez (15.4 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 52.2% FG) thrives in transition; Okoro (defensive specialist) must contain him while contributing offensively.
Miami’s bench (Larsson, potential Ware) has an edge over Chicago’s makeshift rotation, including Yuki Kawamura and Lachlan Olbrich.
Series History
The Bulls hold a slight all-time edge at 69-66 over the Heat. In recent matchups, Chicago averages 115.3 PPG while Miami scores 118.0 PPG. Recent games:
Jan 31, 2026: Bulls 125-118 Heat (CHI won on road)
Jan 29, 2026: Heat 116-113 Bulls (MIA won on road)
Nov 21, 2025: Heat 143-107 Bulls (MIA won at CHI)
Apr 16, 2025: Heat 109-90 Bulls (Play-In)
Apr 9, 2025: Bulls 119-111 Heat Miami has won 7 of the last 10, but Chicago snapped a streak in the latest encounter.
Betting Trends
Miami is 24-26 ATS this season (13-11 ATS at home), while Chicago is 23-26 ATS (10-14 ATS on road). The Heat’s games hit the over 52% of the time (26/50), and combined, these teams average 234 PPG (exceeding the total by 1.5). However, with injuries and back-to-back fatigue, recent unders are prevalent—Bulls 6-4 O/U last 10; Heat 5-5 O/U last 10. Chicago is 4-6 ATS in last 10; Miami is 6-4 ATS in last 10.
Game Odds
Chicago Bulls 235.5
Miami Heat – 4.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Brooklyn Nets (13-34) travel to face the Detroit Pistons (35-12) in an Eastern Conference matchup. With the Nets struggling amid injuries and a poor road record, while the Pistons boast one of the league’s top defenses and a strong home court, this game could be lopsided. Detroit aims to extend its dominance in the series, having won the last four meetings. The contest will be broadcast on YES and FDSDET.
Venue Location
Little Caesars Arena Detroit, MI
TIpoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
The Nets snapped a seven-game skid but remain inconsistent, while the Pistons continue their strong play with a balanced attack.
Brooklyn Nets (2-8 in last 10 games, won 1 of last 2): The Nets average 103.9 PPG in their last 10, allowing 117.7 PPG (negative margin of -13.8). They’ve shot 43.6% from the field but struggle with turnovers. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 109-99 @ UTA (45.7% FG, 12 TO)
Jan 29: L 105-128 vs DEN (38.2% FG, 17 TO)
Jan 27: L 118-139 @ PHI (46.5% FG, 14 TO)
Jan 25: L 89-126 @ LAC (35.6% FG, 16 TO)
Jan 23: L 100-120 vs SAC Overall, Brooklyn ranks 30th in PPG (107.7) and 24th in RPG (40.0), with a defense allowing 114.4 PPG (12th).
Detroit Pistons (7-3 in last 10 games, won 1 of last 2): The Pistons average 111.6 PPG in their last 10, allowing 106.0 PPG (positive margin of +5.6). They’ve shot 46.5% from the field with solid rebounding. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 131-124 @ GSW (49.5% FG, 11 TO)
Jan 29: L 96-114 @ PHX (42.5% FG, 9 TO)
Jan 27: W 109-107 @ DEN (46.8% FG, 7 TO)
Jan 25: W 139-116 vs SAC (54.9% FG, 19 TO)
Jan 23: W 121-110 vs IND Overall, Detroit ranks 11th in PPG (117.4) and 4th in RPG (46.0), with a defense holding opponents to 110.1 PPG (3rd).
Injury Report
Brooklyn Nets:
Noah Clowney (F): Out – Lower Back Sprain
Ziaire Williams (F): Out – Calf
Haywood Highsmith (F): Out – Knee
Cam Thomas (G): Probable – Left Ankle Sprain
Detroit Pistons:
Cade Cunningham (G): Probable – Right Hip Soreness
Caris LeVert (G): GTD – Illness
Tolu Smith (F): GTD – Calf
Isaac Jones (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Key
Player Matchups
With injuries impacting both sides, the focus is on star guards and interior battles. Detroit’s depth and defense give them an advantage.
Cade Cunningham (DET) vs. Egor Demin (BKN): Cunningham (25.4 PPG, 7.8 APG, 5.8 RPG) is a playmaking force and probable to play; he’ll exploit Brooklyn’s perimeter weaknesses. Demin (10.7 PPG, 40.2% 3PT) must contain Cunningham’s drives but lacks experience.
Jalen Duren (DET) vs. Nic Claxton (BKN): Duren (17.8 PPG, 9.7 RPG, 1.7 APG) dominates the glass and could overwhelm Claxton (12.3 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 1.4 BPG) in the paint.
Tobias Harris (DET) vs. Michael Porter Jr. (BKN): Harris (14.0 PPG, 5.0 RPG) provides spacing; Porter Jr. (25.6 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 39.8% 3PT) is Brooklyn’s top scorer and must step up without support.
Duncan Robinson (DET) vs. Terance Mann (BKN): Robinson (12.0 PPG, 42.3% 3PT) stretches the floor; Mann (7.7 PPG, 34.6% 3PT) needs to match his shooting efficiency.
Detroit’s bench, led by Ausar Thompson and Paul Reed, could overpower Brooklyn’s depleted rotation.
Series History
The Pistons hold a 115-84 all-time edge over the Nets (including variants). In recent matchups, Detroit averages 114.5 PPG while Brooklyn scores 110.5 PPG.
Recent games:
Nov 7, 2025: Pistons 125-107 Nets (DET won on road)
Mar 1, 2025: Nets 94-115 Pistons (DET won at home)
Jan 8, 2025: Pistons 113-98 Nets (DET won on road)
Nov 3, 2024: Pistons 106-92 Nets (DET won on road)
Apr 6, 2024: Pistons 103-113 Nets (BKN won at home) Detroit has won 4 straight and 6 of the last 10.
Betting Trends
Detroit is 25-21-1 ATS this season (18-5 ATS at home), while Brooklyn is 24-22-1 ATS (7-17 ATS on road). The Pistons’ games hit the over 42.6% of the time (20/47), and combined, these teams average 225.1 PPG (exceeding the total by 11.6). However, with injuries, recent games trend under—Nets 5-5 O/U last 10; Pistons 4-6 O/U last 10. Brooklyn is 1-4 ATS in its last 5; Detroit is 6-4 ATS in last 10.
Game Odds
Brooklyn Nets 215.5
Detroit Pistons – 12.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Orlando Magic (25-22) hit the road to take on the San Antonio Spurs (32-16) in an interconference clash. With both teams navigating injury challenges to key forwards, this matchup could come down to perimeter play and rebounding dominance. The Magic ride a two-game win streak into San Antonio, while the Spurs look to rebound from a recent road loss. This game will be broadcast on NBA League Pass.
Venue Location
Frost Bank Center San Antonio, TX
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (Tip-off delayed from original time due to Spurs’ travel issues caused by inclement weather)
Recent Team Forms
Both squads have shown solid play lately, but San Antonio’s home strength stands out.
Orlando Magic (6-4 in last 10 games, on 2-game win streak): The Magic average 115.7 PPG over their last 10, allowing 115.7 PPG (even margin). They’ve shot 46.4% from the field with strong rebounding. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 130-120 vs TOR (48.2% FG, 14 TO)
Jan 28: W 133-124 @ MIA (46.6% FG, 12 TO)
Jan 25: L 102-110 vs CHI (45.2% FG, 15 TO)
Jan 23: L 107-111 vs ATL (44.4% FG, 13 TO)
Jan 20: W 125-121 vs BKN Overall, Orlando ranks 18th in PPG (115.7) and 16th in RPG (44.0), with a defense allowing 115.7 PPG (15th).
San Antonio Spurs (7-3 in last 10 games, lost 1 of last 2): The Spurs average 117.0 PPG in their last 10, allowing 112.1 PPG (+4.9 margin). They’ve shot 47.2% from the field with elite rebounding. Recent results:
Jan 31: L 106-111 @ CHO (45.7% FG, 13 TO)
Jan 29: W 111-99 @ HOU (47.2% FG, 11 TO)
Jan 27: W 118-107 vs DAL (49.2% FG, 10 TO)
Jan 24: W 121-103 vs NOP (50.6% FG, 9 TO)
Jan 22: L 105-116 vs OKC San Antonio ranks 11th in PPG (117.0) and 4th in RPG (46.3), with a defense holding opponents to 112.1 PPG (6th).
Injury Report
Orlando Magic:
Franz Wagner (F): Out – Left High Ankle Sprain (injury management)
Colin Castleton (C): Out – G League (Two-Way)/Thumb
Moritz Wagner (C): Probable – Left Knee (injury recovery)
Jonathan Isaac (F): Questionable – Left Knee Soreness
San Antonio Spurs:
Jeremy Sochan (F): Out – Left Quad Soreness
Devin Vassell (G): Out – Left Adductor Strain
Harrison Ingram (F): Out – G League (Two-Way)
David Jones Garcia (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Stanley Umude (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Victor Wembanyama (C): Questionable – Left Knee Soreness
Key
Player Matchups
Absences of Wagner and Sochan shift emphasis to bigs and guards. San Antonio’s rebounding edge could prove decisive.
Victor Wembanyama (SAS) vs. Paolo Banchero (ORL): Wembanyama (24.3 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 2.7 BPG) dominates the paint and will challenge Banchero’s drives (22.2 PPG, 6.1 RPG). Banchero must use his versatility to counter Wembanyama’s blocks.
Stephon Castle (SAS) vs. Jalen Suggs (ORL): Castle (7.0 APG, strong defense) handles playmaking; Suggs (efficient shooter, solid D) needs to disrupt San Antonio’s flow.
Dylan Harper (SAS) vs. Desmond Bane (ORL): Harper (emerging scorer) faces Bane (scoring threat off screens). This could be a high-volume shooting duel.
Luke Kornet (SAS) vs. Wendell Carter Jr. (ORL): Kornet (rebounding specialist) vs. Carter (8.0 RPG), where San Antonio’s board control (46.3 RPG) might overwhelm Orlando.
The Spurs’ bench depth, including potential returns, gives them an advantage over Orlando’s thinned rotation.
Series History
The Spurs hold a commanding all-time edge at 50-24 against the Magic. In recent matchups, San Antonio averages 103.2 PPG while Orlando scores 99.4 PPG.
Recent games:
Dec 3, 2025: Spurs 114-112 Magic (SAS won on road)
Apr 1, 2025: Magic 116-105 Spurs (ORL won at SAS)
Feb 8, 2025: Spurs 111-112 Magic (ORL won at home)
Feb 8, 2024: Magic 127-111 Spurs (ORL won at home)
Jan 31, 2024: Magic 98-108 Spurs (SAS won at home) Orlando has won 4 of the last 6, but San Antonio snapped a streak in their latest meeting.
Betting Trends
San Antonio is 23-25 ATS this season (12-12 as favorites), while Orlando is 25-22 ATS (8-5 as underdogs). The Spurs’ games hit the over 48.9% of the time (23/47), and combined, these teams average 232.7 PPG (exceeding the total by 7.2). However, with key injuries, recent unders are common—Magic 6-4 O/U last 10; Spurs 4-6 O/U last 10. Orlando is 8-7 ATS in January; San Antonio is 4-6 ATS in last 10.
Game Odds
Orlando Magic 225.5
San Antonio Spurs – 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks (18-28) face a daunting road challenge against the Boston Celtics (30-18) in an Eastern Conference matchup. With both teams dealing with significant injuries to star players, this game could hinge on depth and defensive execution. The Bucks enter on a four-game losing streak, while the Celtics aim to build on their recent home win. This contest is part of the NBA Pioneers Classic, broadcast nationally on ESPN.
Venue Location
TD Garden Boston, MA
Tipoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams have struggled for consistency lately, but Boston has shown more resilience at home.
Milwaukee Bucks (2-8 in last 10 games, on 4-game losing streak): The Bucks are averaging 106.4 points per game (PPG) in their last 10, while allowing 116.9 PPG (negative margin of -10.5). They’ve shot 46.3% from the field but have been outrebounded and turned the ball over at a high rate. Recent results:
Jan 29: L 99-109 @ WAS (41.8% FG, 9 TO)
Jan 27: L 122-139 @ PHI (51.2% FG, 12 TO)
Jan 23: L 100-102 vs DEN (40.0% FG, 11 TO)
Jan 21: L 102-122 vs OKC (49.4% FG, 16 TO)
Jan 19: W 112-110 vs ATL Overall, Milwaukee ranks 27th in PPG (111.8) and 28th in rebounds per game (RPG, 40.6), with a defense allowing 115.8 PPG (17th).
Boston Celtics (6-4 in last 10 games, won 1 of last 2): The Celtics average 113.0 PPG in their last 10, allowing 107.0 PPG (positive margin of +6.0). They’ve shot 45.2% from the field with strong three-point volume. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 112-93 vs SAC (45.2% FG, 7 TO)
Jan 28: L 106-117 vs ATL (47.2% FG, 16 TO)
Jan 26: W 102-94 vs POR (43.3% FG, 17 TO)
Jan 24: L 111-114 @ CHI (44.4% FG, 6 TO)
Jan 22: W 130-126 vs BKN Boston ranks 8th in PPG (116.4) and 3rd in RPG (44.9), with a defense holding opponents to 110.1 PPG (5th).
Injury Report
Milwaukee Bucks:
Giannis Antetokounmpo (F): Out – Right Calf Strain (expected return late February)
Kevin Porter Jr. (G): Out – Right Oblique Muscle Strain
Taurean Prince (F): Out – Neck Surgery
Gary Harris (G): Probable – Left Hamstring Soreness
Alex Antetokounmpo (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Boston Celtics:
Jayson Tatum (F): Out – Right Achilles Repair
Ron Harper Jr. (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Max Shulga (G): Out – G League (Two-Way)
Amari Williams (F): Questionable – G League (Two-Way)
Jaylen Brown (hamstring) is not listed and is expected to play after missing the last game.
Key
Player Matchups
With Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum sidelined, the focus shifts to secondary stars and role players. Boston’s depth gives them an edge, but Milwaukee’s veterans could keep it competitive.
Jaylen Brown (BOS) vs. Khris Middleton (MIL): Brown (29.4 PPG, 48.3% FG) is Boston’s primary scorer and will exploit Milwaukee’s weakened perimeter defense. Middleton (assuming healthy; 15.2 PPG career vs. BOS) must contain Brown’s drives and mid-range game.
Derrick White (BOS) vs. Damian Lillard (MIL): White (17.2 PPG, 5.4 APG, 1.5 BPG) thrives in Tatum’s absence with playmaking and defense. Lillard (25.1 PPG career, but recent form down) needs to rediscover his shooting to counter White’s versatility.
Payton Pritchard (BOS) vs. Ryan Rollins (MIL): Pritchard (17.0 PPG, 35.3% 3PT) has been a spark off the bench, especially from deep (29 PTS vs. SAC). Rollins (emerging as Bucks’ third scorer) must match his energy but lacks Pritchard’s efficiency.
Neemias Queta (BOS) vs. Brook Lopez (MIL): Queta (10.0 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 1.3 BPG) anchors Boston’s paint with rebounding. Lopez (career 12.5 PPG vs. BOS) provides spacing but may struggle against Queta’s athleticism.
Boston’s bench (Pritchard, Sam Hauser) could dominate Milwaukee’s depleted rotation.
Series History
The Celtics hold a slight edge in recent meetings, going 6-4 in the last 10 games against the Bucks (including a 121-113 all-time regular-season record). Milwaukee averages 114.0 PPG in those matchups, while Boston scores 114.3 PPG. Recent games:
Dec 11, 2025: Bucks 116-101 Celtics (MIL won at home)
Dec 6, 2024: Celtics 111-105 Bucks (BOS won on road)
Nov 10, 2024: Bucks 107-113 Celtics (BOS won at MIL) Boston has won 22 of the last 32 overall, but Milwaukee snapped a three-game Celtics streak in their most recent encounter.
Betting Trends
Boston is 26-22 ATS this season (1-1 as 12.5+ point favorites), while Milwaukee is 19-27 ATS (1-0 as 12.5+ point underdogs). The Celtics’ games hit the over 41.3% of the time (19/46), and combined, these teams average 228.1 PPG (exceeding the total by 10.6). However, opponents score 225.5 PPG against them, suggesting potential for a lower-scoring affair with stars out. Milwaukee is 1-7 ATS in its last 8 games; Boston is 1-4 ATS in its last 5.
Game Odds
Milwaukee Bucks 217.5
Boston Celtics – 13.4
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Vegas Golden Knights (25-15-14) look to snap a recent slide as they visit the Anaheim Ducks (28-23-3) in a Pacific Division clash. Vegas has struggled lately, dropping six of their last seven, while Anaheim rides momentum with seven wins in their last nine. This matchup at Honda Center could feature high-scoring action given both teams’ recent over trends, but Vegas’ road woes (10-10-7 away) face Anaheim’s solid home play (15-8-1). Broadcast on ESPN.
Venue Location
Honda Center Anaheim, CA
Puk drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams are coming off back-to-backs, with Vegas showing signs of fatigue and Anaheim building confidence at home.
Vegas Golden Knights (3-4-3 in last 10 games, on 1-game losing streak): The Golden Knights average 3.0 GPG in their last 10, allowing 3.2 GPG (negative margin of -0.2). They’ve shot 9.8% with average penalty killing (78.6%). Recent results:
Jan 30: L 2-3 OT vs CGY (1 G, poor PP)
Jan 28: W 3-2 vs SEA
Jan 26: W 4-3 S/O vs COL
Jan 24: W 5-4 vs NYR
Jan 22: L 2-3 OT vs LAK Overall, Vegas ranks 20th in GPG (3.0) and 22nd in GA/G (3.1), with a power play at 18.5% (24th).
Anaheim Ducks (7-2-1 in last 10 games, on 2-game win streak): The Ducks average 3.5 GPG in their last 10, allowing 3.0 GPG (positive margin of +0.5). They’ve shot 11.0% with solid shot volume. Recent results:
Jan 30: W 3-2 S/O vs LAK (2 G, strong defense)
Jan 28: W 4-3 vs DAL
Jan 26: W 5-2 vs BUF
Jan 24: L 2-4 vs something
Jan 22: W 4-3 vs NYR Overall, Anaheim ranks 15th in GPG (3.2) and 18th in GA/G (3.0), with a power play at 20.1% (20th).
Injury Report
Vegas Golden Knights:
Adin Hill (G): Questionable – Lower Body
William Karlsson (C): Out – Upper Body (IR)
Tomas Hertl (C): Out – Knee (season-ending surgery)
Anaheim Ducks:
John Gibson (G): Questionable – Groin
Trevor Zegras (C): Out – Knee (IR)
Pavel Mintyukov (D): Out – Shoulder
Key
Player Matchups
Injuries thin both rosters, shifting focus to top lines and special teams. Anaheim’s speed could exploit Vegas’ recent defensive lapses.
Jack Eichel (VGK) vs. Mason McTavish (ANA): Eichel (0.92 PPG, strong playmaking) leads Vegas’ offense; McTavish (emerging center, 0.78 PPG) must win faceoffs (52% win rate) to control pace.
Mark Stone (VGK) vs. Frank Vatrano (ANA): Stone (captain, 0.85 PPG) thrives in transitions; Vatrano (sniper, 0.82 PPG) anchors Anaheim’s PP (20.1%).
Shea Theodore (VGK) vs. Cam Fowler (ANA): Theodore (blue-line offense, 0.68 PPG) quarterbacks the PP; Fowler (veteran D, 0.55 PPG) logs heavy minutes against top lines.
Logan Thompson (VGK) vs. Lukas Dostal (ANA): Thompson (2.65 GAA, .910 SV%) likely starts for Vegas; Dostal (2.78 GAA, .905 SV%) has been solid in Gibson’s absence.
Anaheim’s bench, led by Troy Terry, could overwhelm Vegas’ depleted forwards.
Series History
The Golden Knights hold a 15-8-2 all-time edge over the Ducks. In recent matchups, Vegas averages 3.8 GPG while Anaheim scores 3.0 GPG. Recent games:
Nov 22, 2025: Golden Knights 4-3 Ducks (VGK won at ANA)
Feb 1, 2026: This game
Historical note: Vegas has won 7 of the last 10, including 4 straight road wins in Anaheim.
Betting Trends
Vegas is 23-30 ATS this season (10-17 ATS on road), while Anaheim is 28-26 ATS (15-9 ATS at home). The Golden Knights’ games hit the over 52% of the time (28/54), and combined, these teams average 6.2 GPG (under the total by 0.3). However, recent trends favor overs—Vegas 6-4 O/U last 10; Anaheim 4-1 O/U in last 5 home games. Anaheim is 3-2 ATS in last 5; the over is 4-1 in Ducks’ last 5.
Game Odds
Vegas Golden Knights – 125
Anaheim Ducks 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Boston Bruins (32-20-3) take on the Tampa Bay Lightning (34-14-4) in the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series, an outdoor spectacle featuring two Atlantic Division rivals. The Bruins enter on a three-game win streak but face a daunting task against a Lightning team that has won seven straight at home and leads the season series 1-0. With chilly conditions expected (around 42°F at puck drop), this nationally televised game could be defined by special teams and goaltending depth. Broadcast on ESPN, SN, and TVAS.
Venue Location
Raymond James Stadium Tampa, FL
Puck drop is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams are among the hottest in the league, but Tampa Bay’s home dominance stands out.
Boston Bruins (8-1-1 in last 10 games, on 3-game win streak): The Bruins average 3.4 GPG in their last 10, allowing 2.5 GPG (positive margin of +0.9). They’ve shot 11.2% with strong penalty killing (85.7%). Recent results:
Jan 31: W 3-2 OT @ PHI (1 G, efficient PP)
Jan 29: L 1-4 @ BUF
Jan 27: W 3-1 @ DET
Jan 25: PPD @ CBJ
Jan 23: W 5-4 @ STL Overall, Boston ranks 12th in GPG (3.1) and 15th in GA/G (2.9), with a power play at 20.5% (18th).
Tampa Bay Lightning (9-0-1 in last 10 games, on 2-game win streak): The Lightning average 3.9 GPG in their last 10, allowing 2.4 GPG (positive margin of +1.5). They’ve shot 12.8% with elite shot suppression. Recent results:
Jan 31: W 4-3 OT @ WSH (3 G, strong comeback)
Jan 29: W 5-4 vs UTA
Jan 24: W 4-1 @ OTT
Jan 22: L 3-4 SO vs CHI
Jan 19: W 5-3 vs DAL Overall, Tampa Bay ranks 3rd in GPG (3.5) and 5th in GA/G (2.7), with a power play at 25.3% (5th).
Injury Report
Boston Bruins:
Elias Lindholm (C): Out – Upper Body
Pavel Zacha (C): Out – Upper Body
Jordan Harris (D): Out – Ankle (IR)
Tampa Bay Lightning:
Victor Hedman (D): Probable – Elbow
Brayden Point (F): Out – Lower Body (IR)
Charle-Edouard D’Astous (D): Out – Lower Body
Emil Martinsen Lilleberg (D): Out – Undisclosed
Key
Player Matchups
Injuries force adjustments, with Tampa Bay’s depth tested without Point and potentially Hedman. Boston’s forward lines are thinned, shifting pressure to their stars.
David Pastrnak (BOS) vs. Nikita Kucherov (TB): Pastrnak (league-leading 42 goals, 0.98 PPG) thrives on the PP; Kucherov (35 goals, 1.15 PPG) leads Tampa’s offense and could exploit Boston’s PK (78.4%, 24th).
Brad Marchand (BOS) vs. Steven Stamkos (TB): Marchand (agitating winger, 0.85 PPG) disrupts; Stamkos (veteran sniper, 0.92 PPG) anchors the second line and PP.
Charlie McAvoy (BOS) vs. Brayden Point (TB, out): McAvoy (top-pair D, 0.62 PPG) logs heavy minutes; with Point out, Tampa relies on Anthony Cirelli (defensive center) to match Boston’s speed.
Jeremy Swayman (BOS) vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy (TB): Swayman (2.45 GAA, .918 SV%) starts for Boston; Vasilevskiy (2.38 GAA, .921 SV%) is Tampa’s backbone.
Tampa’s blue line, led by Burns and potentially Hedman, could dominate Boston’s depleted forwards.
Series History
The Lightning hold a 50-44-8 all-time edge over the Bruins. In recent matchups, Tampa Bay averages 3.6 GPG while Boston scores 3.1 GPG. Recent games:
Oct 13, 2025: Lightning 4-3 Bruins (TB won on road)
Mar 25, 2025: Bruins 3-2 Lightning (BOS won at TB)
Jan 15, 2024: Lightning 5-2 Bruins (TB won at home)
Oct 14, 2023: Lightning 6-3 Bruins (TB won at BOS)
Mar 4, 2023: Bruins 4-3 Lightning (BOS won OT at home) Tampa Bay has won 3 of the last 4, including the season opener.
Betting Trends
Tampa Bay is 29-23 ATS this season (19-7 ATS at home), while Boston is 24-31 ATS (10-18 ATS on road). The Lightning’s games hit the over 48.1% of the time (25/52), and combined, these teams average 6.6 GPG (exceeding the total by 1.1). However, outdoor games trend under (4-1 U/O in last 5 Stadium Series). Boston is 2-5 SU in last 7 vs. Tampa; the over is 3-2 in last 5 head-to-head.
Game Odds
Boston Bruins 5.5
Tampa Bay Lightning – 225
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
The Los Angeles Kings (23-17-13) face a tough road test against the Carolina Hurricanes (33-15-6) in an interconference matchup. The Kings enter on a three-game win streak but have struggled away from home, while the Hurricanes boast one of the league’s top defenses and aim to extend their seven-game point streak. This contest could hinge on special teams and goaltending, with Carolina’s Frederik Andersen likely starting after a strong January. Broadcast on ESPN+, FDSSO, and FDSNW.
Venue Location
Lenovo Center Raleigh, NC
Puck drop is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET
Recent Team Forms
Both teams played on January 31, with mixed results. Carolina’s point streak stands at seven, but they’ve shown vulnerability in close games.
Los Angeles Kings (5-3-2 in last 10 games, on 3-game win streak): The Kings average 3.1 goals per game (GPG) in their last 10, allowing 3.0 GPG (positive margin of +0.1). They’ve shot 10.2% with solid penalty killing. Recent results:
Jan 31: W 3-2 OT @ PHI (1 G, strong PK)
Jan 29: L 1-4 @ BUF (0 G, poor offense)
Jan 27: W 3-1 @ DET
Jan 25: PPD @ CBJ
Jan 23: W 5-4 @ STL Overall, L.A. ranks 18th in GPG (3.0) and 20th in goals against per game (GA/G, 3.1), with a power play at 19.2% (22nd).
Carolina Hurricanes (7-1-2 in last 10 games, on 1-game win streak): The Hurricanes average 3.7 GPG in their last 10, allowing 2.9 GPG (positive margin of +0.8). They’ve shot 11.5% with elite shot suppression. Recent results:
Jan 31: L 3-4 OT @ WSH (3 G, PK issues)
Jan 29: W 5-4 vs UTA
Jan 24: W 4-1 @ OTT
Jan 22: L 3-4 SO vs CHI
Jan 19: W 5-3 vs DAL Overall, Carolina ranks 4th in GPG (3.41) and 9th in GA/G (2.87), with a power play at 21.6% (13th) and penalty kill at 81.2% (10th).
Injury Report
Los Angeles Kings:
Alex Turcotte (C): Out – Upper Body (IR)
Carolina Hurricanes:
Eric Robinson (LW): Out – Upper Body (extended period)
Pyotr Kochetkov (G): Out For Season – Lower Body/Hip Surgery
Charles-Alexis Legault (D): Out – Hand (IR)
Key
Player Matchups
With injuries impacting depth, focus shifts to top lines and special teams. Carolina’s shot volume (31.9 shots per game, 9th) could overwhelm L.A.’s goaltending.
Sebastian Aho (CAR) vs. Anze Kopitar (LAK): Aho (0.95 PPG, strong two-way) drives Carolina’s offense; Kopitar (veteran center, faceoff specialist) must neutralize him in the dot (55% faceoff win rate).
Andrei Svechnikov (CAR) vs. Quinton Byfield (LAK): Svechnikov (power forward, 0.82 PPG) thrives on physicality; Byfield (emerging scorer, recent OT winner) needs to match his speed.
Frederik Andersen (CAR) vs. David Rittich (LAK): Andersen (2.61 GAA, .912 SV%) anchors Carolina; Rittich (backup role) may start if Kuemper rests, facing Carolina’s high shots.
Brent Burns (CAR) vs. Adrian Kempe (LAK): Burns (blue-line offense, 0.68 PPG) quarterbacks the PP; Kempe (speedy winger) must exploit transitions.
Carolina’s bench depth gives them an advantage over L.A.’s road-weary rotation.
Series History
The Hurricanes hold a 41-38-11 all-time edge over the Kings (including Hartford Whalers era). In recent matchups, Carolina averages 3.8 GPG while L.A. scores 3.2 GPG. Recent games:
Oct 14, 2025: Hurricanes 4-3 OT Kings (CAR won at LA)
Mar 25, 2025: Kings 3-2 Hurricanes (LAK won at CAR)
Jan 15, 2024: Hurricanes 5-2 Kings (CAR won at home)
Oct 14, 2023: Hurricanes 6-3 Kings (CAR won at LA)
Mar 4, 2023: Kings 4-3 Hurricanes (LAK won OT at home) Carolina has won 3 of the last 5.
Betting Trends
Carolina is 29-24 ATS this season (19-10 ATS at home), while L.A. is 24-29 ATS (10-17 ATS on road). The Hurricanes’ games hit the over 45.3% of the time (24/53), and combined, these teams average 6.4 GPG (exceeding the total by 0.9). However, with injuries, recent unders trend—Kings 6-4 O/U last 10; Hurricanes 5-5 O/U last 10. Carolina is 7-3 ATS in last 10; L.A. is 5-5 ATS in last 10. The Hurricanes are 4-1 in their last 5 vs. Pacific teams.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Kings 5.5
Carolina Hurricanes – 192
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 31, 2026
* Approximately 63,000 fans are expected at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa for the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series, a clash between the NHL’s two hottest teams since Jan. 1 – Tampa Bay (.855) and Boston (.821) have the League’s top two points percentages in that span – with the puck-drop temperature expected to be cooler than originally anticipated (45°F/7°C).
* The last day of January was eventful: a new mark was set for most goals in a calendar month by defensemen, Nathan MacKinnon emerged as the first 40-goal scorer of the season and Erik Karlsson became the second Swedish blueliner in League history to record 700 career assists.
* Only 37 NHL games remain before players head to Milan, including two of three today as part of an ESPN doubleheader – as the Golden Knights and Ducks follow the outdoor game in Tampa.
HOTTEST TEAMS IN 2026 SET FOR COOLER-THAN-EXPECTED OUTDOOR GAME IN TAMPA
Lined up as first-round playoff opponents based on the standings entering Sunday before the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series, Nikita Kucherov and the Lightning (34-14-4, 72 points) will clash with David Pastrnak and the Bruins (32-20-3, 67 points) for the 45th outdoor game in League history and first hosted by Tampa Bay (6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, SN, TVAS; NHL in ASL on ESPN+, Sportsnet+).
* Kucherov (27-55—82; 3rd) and Pastrnak (22-47—69; 6th) both rank among the top 10 in NHL scoring this season, while their clubs both rank among the top 10 in the overall NHL standings ahead of their clash outdoors today (TBL: 4th; BOS: 10th).
* Kucherov leads all players in scoring since the calendar flipped to Jan. 1 (9-22—31 in 13 GP), including 1-1—2 in his last outing when he overtook VincentLecavalier for second place on the all-time franchise goals list. Despite having the best record in the NHL in January (.855 P%), Tampa Bay maintains only a two-point advantage atop the Atlantic Division as five of the top 10 teams since the calendar turned to 2026 are from that cohort.
* Pastrnak ranked second in assists and points (tied) in January (5-20—25 in 14 GP) – behind only Kucherov in each category – and recently became the third Czech player in League history with 900 points (and sixth from any country to accumulate as many with the Bruins). Boston has a 12-2-2 record since Dec. 29, rebounding from a six-game winless stretch before that to maintain a playoff position for 19 straight days (since Jan. 13).
STRUCTURED FOR SUCCESS AT SECOND OUTDOOR GAME IN FLORIDA
Sunday will mark the second NHL outdoor game contested in the state of Florida in under a month, after the 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic at loanDepot park in Miami on Jan. 2. In Miami, the League was able to utilize the stadium’s retractable roof to control the climate during the rink build process prior to opening it up at game time. At Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, the NHL built a regulation-size rink inside a steel-framed, air-conditioned structure to protect it from the elements.
* Spanning 34 feet high, 125 feet wide and 240 feet long, the state-of-the-art tent structure – developed by Texas-based GNB Global – will be dismantled before the teams face off outdoors and should be completed at approximately 10 a.m. ET on game day. The entire, unique process of putting on an outdoor game in Tampa is available in the multi-episode docuseries “Road to the NHL Stadium Series presented by Fastenal” on the NHL’s YouTube channel.
* The temperature at puck drop is projected to be in the low 40s on Sunday evening – which would be colder than the last outdoor game hosted in Boston (51°F at 2023 WC). Click here to see the temperature for every outdoor game in League history.
* The teams took turns practicing on the ice at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday under the temperature-controlled structure with the home team receiving some welcome news, as NHL.com reports that captain Victor Hedmanis expected to return for the first time since Dec. 9.
#NHLSTATS MEMOS TO MILAN: STADIUM SERIES STACKED WITH OLYMPIC TALENT
A total of 17 players on rosters for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 are in Tampa for the outdoor game – Tampa Bay tops all clubs with 10 (plus head coach Jon Cooper, Team Canada), while Boston has seven. Both teams are also managed by GMs who helped construct the Team Canada roster – Tampa Bay’s JulienBriseBois and Boston’s DonSweeney are assistant general managers.
* Team USA will be represented at all three positions at Stadium Series: goaltender Jeremy Swayman will tend the Bruins’ net while defenseman Charlie McAvoy battles with Lightning forward JakeGuentzel. Swayman will be the third Bruins goaltender to head to the Olympic Winter Games, while McAvoy will be the first Bruins defenseman to skate for Team USA. Guentzel (24) is one of seven players on Team USA with 20-plus goals this season – second to only Team Canada (10).
* Three Team Canada players will be at Raymond James Stadium, forwards Anthony Cirelli, Brandon Hagel and Brayden Point (injured) ahead of their opener in Milan against Team Czechia and Bruins teammates DavidPastrnak and PavelZacha (injured). Team Canada has had three NHL teammates many times, including one other Lightning trio.
* Team Sweden has two players on each roster: Elias Lindholm (injured) and Hampus Lindholm of the Bruins, as well as Lightning teammates Pontus Holmberg and Victor Hedman. The Lindholm duo and Hedman are three of 11 top-10 NHL Draft picks on the country’s roster – the most of any nation competing in Milan (USA: 10; CAN: 9).
* Bruins head coach Marco Sturm will become the first individual to appear in an outdoor NHL game both as a player and a head coach. He scored the overtime winner for the Bruins in the 2010 Winter Classic at Fenway Park, the fourth outdoor game in League history (and first for Boston). He also has Olympic ties, representing Team Germany as a teenager the first time NHL players competed in 1998 – the youngest to represent that country at Olympic Winter Games with NHL participation.
AROUND THE RINKS ON A BUSY 14-GAME SATURDAY
The latest edition of #NHLStats: Live Updates covered all the major stats and storylines from the last day of January, including an all-time NHL mark by defensemen, the League’s first 40-goal scorer of the season and milestones among many others.
* Quinn Hughes (1-1—2) and Brock Faber (1-1—2) both posted multi-point outings, with the former setting the franchise record for longest point streak by a defenseman (8 GP), as the Wild (32-14-10, 74 points) defeated the Oilers (28-20-8, 64 points) to maintain second place in the Central Division. Hughes, who also tied for the second-longest streak in Wild history overall, was one of 14 blueliners to find the back of the net Saturday, helping to set an NHL mark for a calendar month.
* Nathan MacKinnon (2-1—3) became the NHL’s first 40-goal scorer this season and will be the League’s fifth player with as many goals entering an Olympic break, joining Sidney Crosby (42 in 2010), Alex Ovechkin (42 in 2010 & 40 in 2014), Teemu Selanne (41 in 1998) and Jaromir Jagr (40 in 2006).
* Roman Josi (1-1—2) scored a highlight-reel tally with 1:14 remaining in regulation to lift the Predators to victory and reach the 200-goal milestone. Josi became the 24th defenseman in NHL history to reach the mark and just the fifth blueliner born outside of North America on that list, following Nicklas Lidstrom (264), SergeiGonchar (220), Zdeno Chara (209) and Erik Karlsson (204).
* Karlsson (0-1—1) factored on one of six Pittsburgh goals to reach the 700-assist milestone as the Penguins extended their win streak to six games and improved their point percentage since the holiday break to .824 – the second best among all teams behind only the Lightning (.906). Karlsson, who will represent Sweden at the upcoming Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, became the second Swedish defenseman in NHL history to hit 700 assists, joining Lidstrom (878).
* After the Hurricanes took a 3-0 lead, Jakob Chychrun (1-1—2) scored to pull the Capitals even and set the stage for Justin Sourdif’s overtime winner as Washington earned the NHL’s seventh three-goal comeback win since Jan. 1. Only five other months in NHL history have featured as many: November 1987 (9), March 2024 (8), December 2018 (8), December 2014 (8) and December 1985 (7).
* Cole Caufield (2-0—2) scored the tying and go-ahead goals to help Montreal (31-17-7, 69 points) earn their eighth third-period comeback win of the season – tied with Vegas for the most – and overtake Buffalo (31-18-5, 67 points) for third in the Atlantic Division. Caufield finished January with a League-high 13 goals, which is the most in a calendar month by a Canadiens player since Guy Lafleur (13 in Jan. 1979).
* Zach Werenski (19-41—60 in 50 GP) assisted on Columbus’ game-winning goal for his 60th point of the season and became the fifth active defenseman to reach the mark in 50 or fewer games, joining Cale Makar (46 GP in 2023-24), Karlsson(46 GP in 2022-23), Hughes(48 GP in 2024-25 & 49 GP in 2023-24) and John Carlson (49 GP in 2019-20). Werenski also tied Artemi Panarin (50 GP in 2018-19) as the fastest Blue Jackets player to reach 60 points in a single season.
* ICYMI: Adam Fox was highlighted for the difference he is making in the community ahead of the Rangers’ taking center stage on ABC. Fox raises money for ALS research and creating memories for families affected. The Rangers defenseman invites them to games and meets with them after. This season, Fox announced that he will donate $1,023 for every goal and $523 for every assist to ALS research.
The Jose Valenzuela vs. Diego Torres bout headlines Zuffa Boxing 2 as a 10-round catchweight fight at 140 pounds (super lightweight/junior welterweight range), featuring two high-power Mexican fighters with contrasting recent trajectories. Valenzuela, the former WBA super lightweight champion, seeks redemption after a 2025 title loss and aims to reclaim contender status, while Torres, a knockout specialist with a near-perfect record, looks to build on his regional dominance and make a statement against a former titleholder. This matchup promises fireworks given both fighters’ aggressive styles and high KO percentages, with potential for a stoppage in a high-stakes co-main or featured bout on the card.
Venue Location
The fight will be held at the Meta Apex (UFC Apex) in Enterprise, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. This intimate 2,500-capacity venue, known for hosting UFC Fight Night events, provides a controlled, high-production environment with close-up action and excellent broadcast quality for Zuffa Boxing’s second card.
Ringwalks are scheduled for 6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT / 12:00 AM GMT on February 2). Ring walks for Valenzuela vs. Torres are expected as the main event around 9:00-10:00 PM ET (6:00-7:00 PM PT / 3:00-4:00 AM GMT on February 2), broadcast live on Paramount+ in the US and available internationally via streaming platforms.
Injury Report
No injuries have been reported for either fighter leading into the bout. Both completed full training camps without disruptions. Valenzuela has been active and healthy despite his 2025 title loss, while Torres’ recent activity in Mexico shows no setbacks.
Jose Valenzuela:
No reported issues; fully cleared after his March 2025 title defense loss.
Diego Torres:
No injuries noted; durable with no recent concerns.
Fighter Matchups
This catchweight bout pits Valenzuela’s technical boxing and counterpunching against Torres’ raw power and aggressive pressure.
Jose Valenzuela (age 26, 5’9″, orthodox): A skilled boxer-puncher with sharp counters, good footwork, and solid defense. His 64% KO rate comes from precision and accumulation, excelling in mid-range exchanges. Weaknesses include vulnerability to heavy hitters if backed up, as seen in his 2025 loss to Gary Antuanne Russell.
Diego Torres (age 28, 5’10”, orthodox): A compact knockout artist with devastating power (86% KO rate in wins), Torres relies on forward pressure, hooks, and body work to overwhelm opponents. His style suits come-forward brawls, but he can be outboxed by quicker, more technical fighters.
Key Stylistic Clash: Valenzuela’s movement and counters vs. Torres’ relentless pressure and power. Valenzuela must use his jab and angles to avoid being smothered; Torres needs to close distance for inside fighting and body shots.
Strengths/Weaknesses: Valenzuela’s experience against top competition (former WBA champ) gives him an edge in skill; Torres’ power and four-fight win streak offer upset potential if he lands early.
X-Factor: Torres’ knockout streak—if he connects cleanly, it could end quickly; Valenzuela’s chin and boxing IQ could force a decision.
Recent Form
Valenzuela has faced setbacks in title fights, while Torres has dominated regionally.
Jose Valenzuela (Last 5: L-W-L-W-W):
March 1, 2025: UD 12 loss vs. Gary Antuanne Russell (lost WBA title).
Prior: Split decision win over Isaac Cruz (won title), followed by mixed results.
Form Notes: 2-3 in last 5, but competitive against elite; high volume and skill remain.
Diego Torres (Last 5: W-W-W-W-L):
Recent: Four straight wins post-2023 loss to Raymond Muratalla (8th-round stoppage).
Form Notes: Dominant regionally with high KO rate; strong rebound form.
Fighter
Last 5 Record
KO % (Career)
Avg. Rounds Last 5
Key Stat
Jose Valenzuela
L-W-L-W-W
64%
9-10
Former WBA champ
Diego Torres
W-W-W-W-L
86%
7-9
Knockout specialist
Fight History
This is the first meeting between Valenzuela and Torres, with no prior head-to-head or shared opponents. Valenzuela’s world-level path meets Torres’ regional dominance in a fresh matchup at a catchweight.
FIGHT ODDS
Jose Valenzuela – 225
Diego Torres + 150
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 30, 2025
