The final full week of 2016 features a great slate of League Pass games, partially fueled by the lack of games over the weekend due to the holiday.

Friday in particular is stacked with Rockets/Grizzlies, Spurs/Blazers and the Game of the Week: Raptors at Jazz. 

Monday

Wizards at Pacers, 7 p.m.: The Wizards have made a recent push, including a win on Sunday over the Clippers. However, they have to play the Pacers on a back-to-back in a game that should challenge both teams. Jeff Teague and John Wall have battled many times as division opponents and that matchup could decide the winner here. 

Pistons at Bulls, 8 p.m.: The middle of the East is jam-packed right now and every win is a stronger foothold even this early in the season. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope guarding Dwyane Wade could be big and the Bulls’ presence on the offensive glass will be significant as well.

Hawks at Thunder, 8 p.m.: Dennis Schroder tries to slow down Russell Westbrook as the Hawks look to secure another big road win after beating the Raptors on Friday. Dwight Howard tangling with Steven Adams will also be fun to follow. 

Tuesday

Pelicans at 76ers, 7 p.m.: Joel Embiid and the Sixers already beat the Pelicans once and look to complete the season sweep here. As always, Anthony Davis will have to play well for the Pelicans to compete but Jrue Holiday could have a big game against his former team. 

Cavaliers at Bucks, 8 p.m.: Milwaukee has already beaten the Cavs twice so expect Cleveland to bring their A-game or something close to it here. Giannis Antetokounmpo has played at an All-Star level so far this season and any game against LeBron James is another chance to bolster his reputation.

Celtics at Grizzlies, 8 p.m.: A potentially sloggy but still important contest considering how both teams are playing. Mike Conley’s shockingly early return adds a little sizzle here and he will likely guard Isaiah Thomas. Al Horford vs. Marc Gasol now features two capable three-point shooters, adding another dimension. 

Wednesday

Timberwolves at Hawks, 7:30 p.m.: Karl-Anthony Towns and Paul Millsap likely guard each other, providing a nice challenge for both big men. The perimeter will be a challenge and Mike Budenholzer will have to choose how to deploy his best defenders against Andrew Wiggins and Zach LaVine.

Wizards at Bulls, 8 p.m.: Bradley Beal has stepped up his play recently and the Wizards will need a big game from him to beat the Bulls in Chicago. Jimmy Butler has been spectacular this season and can continue that success unless Otto Porter pushes him on both ends. 

Thunder at Pelicans, 8 p.m.: Russell Westbrook gets another chance to put up ridiculous numbers and almost college teammate Jrue Holiday has to try stopping him. Last time these two teams played, Billy Donovan turned to Steven Adams as a defender on Anthony Davis and should look that way again here. 

Thursday

Celtics at Pacers, 7 p.m.: Potential statement game for both teams as they grapple for position in the top half of the Eastern Conference. Paul George tries to get his with Jae Crowder on him while Al Horford pushes Myles Turner outside the paint.

Warriors at Nets, 7:30 p.m.: Last year, the Nets surprisingly played the Warriors close through three quarters both times and look to continue that here. Golden State could sit some key contributors with a game the next night in Detroit, making this one more even. 

Magic at Knicks, 7:30 p.m.: Orlando’s changed starting lineup puts Bismack Biyombo on Joakim Noah and DJ Augustin on Derrick Rose. Look for both teams’ second units to play a major part in deciding the outcome. 

Friday

Rockets at Grizzlies, 8 p.m.: Memphis’ success in Mike Conley’s absence makes them more relevant in the top part of the Western Conference while Houston has been excellent so far this season. James Harden’s MVP case runs into Tony Allen’s first team All-Defense, adding another layer to this game.

Raptors at Jazz, 9 p.m. (Game of the Week): The league’s best offense faces one of the league’s best defenses and Rudy Gobert will be a serious deterrent in the lane. Toronto’s lineup of Kyle Lowry and the bench has been dominant this season but the Jazz are one of the league’s deepest teams at close to full strength, which they hopefully will be here. 

Spurs at Trail Blazers, 10 p.m.: The Spurs have only lost one road game all season, so a win here would be big for a Portland team that has been reeling a little this past week. Damian Lillard has the opportunity for a big night against a lackluster group of PG defenders on the Spurs but San Antonio should be able to score on the last-ranked defense. 

Saturday and Sunday

No League Pass games- happy holidays! (and watch the Twitter NBA Show on Christmas Day)