There is a strong slate of NBA games lined up for Thursday, March 12, including a few potential playoff matchups.

NBA All-Star week from Los Angeles begins Friday, with the highlight of the first night being the Rising Stars Challenge. The showcase, designed to give the best young players in the league the chance to take center stage,

Follow along with the main moments from the 75th NBA All-Star Game with live blog coverage, as we bring you everything happening in Los Angeles.

The NBA All-Star Game is here with a new US vs. World format. Here are the rosters, time and how to watch the event with live updates.

There is a light NBA schedule on Wednesday, March 11 with only six games taking place. DIRECTV $89.99 Yes 5 days $40 off first month FuboTV $55.99 Yes 5 days $30 off first month Sling TV $45.99 No N/A $30 off first month ESPN $12.

Check out the best highlights, news, notes and observations from Monday's five-game slate with the NBA.com live blog.