Thu Jan 09 00:30:00 UTC 2025: **Seven-Game NBA Slate Features Celtics-Nuggets Showdown and Fantasy Gems**

DENVER, CO – A busy Tuesday night in the NBA features seven games, highlighted by a potential Western Conference Finals preview between the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets. The Celtics, looking to rebound from a recent slump (5-5 in their last 10 games), face a Nuggets team that, while currently fourth in the West, hasn’t displayed the same dominance as in previous seasons. The game will see a clash between Jayson Tatum and the Nuggets’ star-studded lineup.

Beyond the marquee matchup, Tuesday’s slate offers several intriguing fantasy basketball options:

* **Dereck Lively II (DAL):** With Daniel Gafford potentially sidelined due to an ankle injury, Lively’s increased playing time makes him a prime streaming candidate, boasting impressive recent fantasy point totals.

* **De’Andre Hunter (ATL):** A consistent contributor off the bench, Hunter’s reliable scoring and overall fantasy production makes him an attractive streamer against a Utah Jazz team weak defensively.

* **Ryan Dunn (PHX):** Recently inserted into the Suns’ starting lineup, Dunn has shown impressive consistency, scoring 25+ fantasy points in his last five games. This trend is expected to continue against the Charlotte Hornets.

* **Brice Sensabaugh (UTA):** Benefiting from injuries within the Jazz roster, Sensabaugh’s increased minutes and fantasy production make him a viable streaming option.

Several notable prop bets also stand out: LaMelo Ball is projected to surpass 26.5 points, Mark Williams is expected to exceed 23.5 points, rebounds, and assists, and Kristaps Porzingis is predicted to top 25.5 points and rebounds.

The complete schedule includes matchups between the Suns and Hornets, Rockets and Wizards, Lakers and Mavericks, Timberwolves and Pelicans, Hawks and Jazz, Celtics and Nuggets, and Heat and Warriors. Detailed injury reports and projected fantasy points for key players are available. ESPN’s Basketball Power Index provides projections for each game.

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