The last full week of January will be a fascinating one for League Pass because the second and third tiers of each conference get a great showcase. Teams like the Rockets, Raptors and Celtics all have significant games against comparable opponents including a nice mix of home and road challenges.

The League Pass Game of the Week is another interconference showdown, with the Rockets heading to Milwaukee on Monday night for a fascinating game against the Bucks. 

Monday

Wizards at Hornets, 7 p.m.: Two likely playoff teams propelled by their star point guards go at it, plus it will be fascinating to see how Nicolas Batum defends Bradley Beal.

Rockets at Bucks, 8 p.m. (Game of the Week): Both James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo will deservedly start the All-Star Game due to their essential roles and will have to play their best here. With Ryan Anderson and Clint Capela likely returning to the starting lineup, this should be a great test for both teams. 

Cavs at Pelicans, 8 p.m.: If Anthony Davis plays, it will be exciting to see him at center against Cleveland’s potent offense, particularly since the Cavs are coming off a home loss to the Spurs. Kyrie Irving vs. Jrue Holiday should be fun as well. 

Thunder at Jazz, 9 p.m.: The Thunder offense relies heavily on Russell Westbrook’s driving and it faces no greater test than the loaded Jazz frontcourt with Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors. On top of that, George Hill has a chance to show why he is an underrated X-factor for the Jazz on both ends of the floor.

Tuesday

Clippers at 76ers, 7 p.m.: While Joel Embiid will not play here, we still do not know exactly where the bottom will be for the Clippers without Chris Paul and Blake Griffin, who also could make his return here. Plus, this could be a great showcase for Nerlens Noel against DeAndre Jordan, one of the best centers in the league.

Celtics at Wizards, 7 p.m.: The Wizards have been dominant at home recently but will be on the tail end of a back-to-back while the Celtics last played on Saturday. Presumably John Wall will guard Isaiah Thomas but Avery Bradley will defend him, creating two more compelling matchups. 

Jazz at Nuggets, 9 p.m.: Nikola Jokic has been a revelation as the starting center for the Nuggets and his passing has opened up their offense. Utah comes to Denver having played OKC the night before, making this a fairer fight and potentially exciting contest.

Wednesday

Rockets at Celtics, 7:30 p.m.: Boston’s perimeter defenders will have their hands full with James Harden and Houston’s loaded offense but their defensive rebounding may be the largest factor as Clint Capela and Montrezl Harrell try to create extra possessions against them. Also, Patrick Beverly guarding Isaiah Thomas is guaranteed to create fireworks.

Raptors at Grizzlies, 8 p.m.: The Raptors have to play in the Grindhouse without DeMar DeRozan but the Lowry/Conley battle will be captivating. Also, Norman Powell presumably starts and shows a different side of Toronto’s offense. 

Thunder at Pelicans, 8 p.m.: An under the radar game if the Pelicans can rebound from their terrible loss to the Nets last week. If Steven Adams can return from his concussion by this point, his matchup with Anthony Davis will be worth watching on both ends of the floor.

Thursday

Pacers at Timberwolves, 8 p.m.: I get strangely excited when a thinned Thursday slate still pulls a better game than the national TV option and this potentially qualifies. Paul George and Andrew Wiggins will presumably defend each other on both ends while Karl-Anthony Towns and Myles Turner will do the same when the Wolves go smaller at power forward. 

Suns at Nuggets, 9 p.m.: The Suns have been competitive recently, including some narrow losses to strong teams and a surprising win in Toronto on Sunday. Eric Bledsoe will need to have a big night for the Suns to take another road win, this time at high altitude.

Friday

Bucks at Raptors, 7:30 p.m.: Possibility of a statement game for the Bucks and also an opportunity to see how DeMarre Carroll fares defending an elite small forward. Jonas Valanciunas could loom large with a strong performance against the Bucks’ centers.

Wizards at Hawks, 8 p.m.: The Hawks have re-established their place in the Eastern Conference with a strong January fueled by a dominant defense. The Wizards have picked up their play as well, making this a potentially significant showdown.

Grizzlies at Trail Blazers, 10 p.m.: While this may have added significance since Chandler Parsons spurned Portland for Memphis in the offseason, the Blazers have enough on their plate in the shocking battle for the eight seed in the West. Damian Lillard and Mike Conley will go at it but I am more intrigued by how David Fizdale uses Tony Allen against Portland’s potent backcourt.

Saturday

Celtics at Bucks, 8 p.m.: Boston’s desire to play two big men will be challenged by Jabari Parker’s presence at power forward while Jae Crowder tries to slow down Giannis. Turnovers may decide this one as both teams are more dangerous in transition. 

Grizzlies at Jazz, 9 p.m.: A brutal back-to-back for Memphis ends with another Game of the Week candidate. This will be an absolute rock fight like their last game (which Memphis won) but plenty of intriguing matchups all over the court, particularly if both teams are close to 100%.

Nets at Timberwolves, 9 p.m.: Every once in a while, a game makes LPGW solely on instinct. Nets/Wolves is one of those games, possibly because Karl-Anthony Towns could absolutely go off here. 

Sunday

Knicks at Hawks, 3 p.m.: This would be substantially more interesting if Jeff Hornacek gave more minutes to Porzingis at center but having Paul Millsap on him will be a great test for the young Latvian. Derrick Rose and Dennis Schroder sending each other through unlimited pick and rolls will be perversely fascinating as well. 

Rockets at Pacers, 6 p.m.: Fun Sunday game with two very different teams. Indiana has looked better since putting Glenn Robinson III in the starting lineup and they will need that extra length and defensive ability against Houston. Myles Turner and Clint Capela will challenge each other and Thaddeus Young will have to track Ryan Anderson beyond the arc. 

Mavericks at Spurs, 7 p.m.: As crazy as it sounds, this will be Dirk Nowtizki’s last game in San Antonio if this is his final season as an NBA player. Sunday will be his 103rd game against the Spurs including both the regular season and playoffs.