TODAY'S GAMES

Boston at Brooklyn, 11 a.m., ESPN

A few weeks ago, these teams were shoving each other and hurling insults. Could be fun.

New York at L.A. Lakers, 2 p.m., Ch. 5

Can Steve Nash matter enough to mitigate 'Melo? And will Mike D'Antoni remember which team to coach?

Oklahoma City at Miami, 4:30 p.m., Ch. 5

Much more than Durant vs. James. These teams have the best records in each conference.

Houston at Chicago, 7 p.m., ESPN

Derrick Rose is still out, but hey, Omer Asik is making his return to Chicago. That'll have to do.

Denver at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m., ESPN

Maybe you noticed: The Clippers are on a 13-game winning streak.