Whether you’re looking for a power play, touchdown, three-pointer or home run, you can find all of the biggest matchups in sports on today, right here.
Here’s a curated look some of the most hyped and exciting upcoming sports on TV today and tonight.
MONDAY, JANUARY 13
NFL GAMES ON TODAY
Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Rams – 8:00 PM – ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN2
The Minnesota Vikings (14-3, 82% win, 25.4 avg points for, 19.5 avg points against) visit the Los Angeles Rams (10-7, 59% win, 21.6 avg points for, 22.7 avg points against) in the final Wild Card Weekend matchup of the 2024-25 NFL season. It’s a resurgent Sam Darnold, Justin Jefferson and the rest of the Vikings squad against Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams, a late-season comeback story with some serious offensive firepower. The winner of this game takes on the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round.
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NBA GAMES ON TODAY
Detroit Pistons at New York Knicks – 7:30 PM – NBA League Pass
The Detroit Pistons (20-19, 51% win, 112.1 avg points for, 113.2 avg points against) take on the New York Knicks (26-14, 65% win, 117.2 avg points for, 110.4 avg points against). The Knicks, with their higher win percentage and home-court advantage, are hoping to continue their strong form this season. Meanwhile, the Pistons aim to pull further away from that .500 mark.
Golden State Warriors at Toronto Raptors – 7:30 PM – NBA League Pass
The Golden State Warriors (19-19, 50% win, 111.3 avg points for, 110.8 avg points against) clash with the struggling Toronto Raptors (8-31, 21% win, 111.2 avg points for, 119.2 avg points against). While both teams are averaging similar points per game, GSW has the advantage of a superior record. The Raptors will try to bounce back at home.
Memphis Grizzlies at Houston Rockets – 8:00 PM – NBA TV
The Memphis Grizzlies (25-14, 64% win, 123 avg points for, 115.1 avg points against) hit the road to challenge the Houston Rockets (25-12, 68% win, 113.1 avg points for, 107.1 avg points against). These two squads carry powerful offenses. The Grizzlies aim to outscore the Rockets, but Houston’s tighter defensive record could tip the scale in their favor.
San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Lakers – 10:30 PM – NBA TV
The San Antonio Spurs (18-19, 49% win, 111.3 avg points for, 111.8 avg points against) visit the Los Angeles Lakers (20-16, 56% win, 111.8 avg points for, 114 avg points against). The Lakers, backed by home court advantage, are slightly favored, while the Spurs look to upset the Lakers on the road and inch closer to a positive win record. This is a crucial game for both teams as they hover around midway in the division.
Miami Heat at Los Angeles Clippers – 10:30 PM – NBA League Pass
The Miami Heat (20-17, 54% win, 111.2 avg points for, 109.3 avg points against) face off against the Los Angeles Clippers (20-17, 54% win, 108.9 avg points for, 108.4 avg points against). The Heat will try to exploit their slightly superior offensive capabilities, but playing in the Clippers’ home court could chip away at any advantage.
OTHER NBA GAMES ON TODAY:
| Game | Time | Channels |
| Minnesota Timberwolves at Washington Wizards | 7:00 PM | NBA League Pass |
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NHL GAMES ON TODAY
Florida Panthers at Philadelphia Flyers – 7:00 PM – NHL Center Ice
The Florida Panthers (25-15-3, 62% win, 3.3 average points for, 3.1 points against, 25% power play, 80% penalty kill) take on the Philadelphia Flyers (18-20-5, 48% win, 3.1 average points for, 3.5 points against, 16% power play, 79% penalty kill). The Panthers have been performing well this season and hope to add another win against the struggling Flyers. With an effective power play and a win record to boost their confidence, the Panthers are the team to watch. However, the Flyers’ home advantage might tip the scale and create a competitive clash between these two teams.
Calgary Flames at Chicago Blackhawks – 7:30 PM – Amazon Prime Video, NHL Center Ice, NHL Network
The Calgary Flames (20-14-7, 57% win, 2.7 average points for, 20% power play, 71% penalty kill) face off against the Chicago Blackhawks (14-27-2, 35% win, 2.6 average points for, 23% power play, 83% penalty kill). The Flames will attempt to utilize their superior season statistics to subdue their rivals from the Windy City. On the other hand, the Blackhawks will be relying on their strong penalty kill and significant power play to balance out their current season’s struggles and upset Calgary in their home rink. A thrilling face-off awaits as both teams gear up to move up in the rankings.
Los Angeles Kings at Edmonton Oilers – 9:30 PM – NHL Center Ice, NHL Network
The LA Kings (24-11-5, 66% win, 3.0 average points for, 2.5 points against, 15% power play, 83% penalty kill) square off against the Edmonton Oilers (26-13-3, 65% win, 3.3 average points for, 2.8 points against, 25% power play, 77% penalty kill). Both teams have exceptional win percentages this season, promising an exciting face-off. The Oilers, with their superior power play, will be looking to exploit the Kings’ defense. Will the Kings rise to the challenge and hold their own against the strong Oilers, or will Edmonton continue its winning trend on home ice?
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MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL ON TODAY:
| Game | Time | Channels |
| Minnesota at Maryland | 6:30 PM | BTN |
| UCLA at Rutgers | 6:30 PM | FOX Sports 1 |
| Wofford at Furman | 7:00 PM | ESPN+ |
| Boston College at Notre Dame | 7:00 PM | ACC Network |
| American University at Loyola-Maryland | 7:00 PM | CBS Sports Network |
| Campbell at Elon | 9:00 PM | CBS Sports Network |
WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL ON TODAY:
| Game | Time | Channels |
| American University at Loyola-Maryland | 4:00 PM | CBS Sports Network |
| Vanderbilt at Louisiana State | 7:00 PM | SEC Network |
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