December 9: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Aaron Gray (left) and forward Quincy Acy (center) and forward Rudy Gay (right) walk through the crowd to the court during the fourth quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay high fives a fan during the fourth quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban looks on after the Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97 at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadive looks on during the fourth quarter of the game between the Sacramento Kings and the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) looks on during the fourth quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Derrick Williams (13) drives to the basket against Dallas Mavericks small forward Shawn Marion (0) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) attempts to gain control of the ball against Dallas Mavericks center Bernard James (5) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Derrick Williams (13) is fouled while attempting a shot during the fourth quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Derrick Williams (13) attempts a shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) drives to the basket against Dallas Mavericks point guard Shane Larkin (3) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) grabs a rebound over Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Derrick Williams (13) dunks the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone smiles at the referee after a call against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) reacts to a call during the third quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Derrick Williams (13) drives to the basket against Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) during the third quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) takes a shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the third quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) and small forward Chris Singleton (31) react after missing the final shot against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tony Wroten (8) is fouled by Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) as he goes up for a dunk during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Evan Turner (12) shoots after beating Los Angeles Clippers guard Willie Green (34) during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) after the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) celebrates with guard Chris Paul (3) during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Jerryd Bayless (7) shoots a three point shot against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) pleads his case with referee James Capers during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) blocks the shot of Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Andre Miller(24) is fouled by Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) passes the ball under pressure from Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) is defended by Philadelphia 76ers guard Tony Wroten (8) during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) collides with Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) while pulling down a rebound during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) shoots during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (left) and small forward Nicolas Batum (88) box out Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) shoots a free throw against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) is defended by Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) attempts a shot as Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) looks on at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) attempts to shoot over Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) is defended by Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) dribbles the ball during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) defends against Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) shoots as Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies cheerleader performs during the game against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) attempts to block the shot by Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) controls the ball during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle signals to his team during the third quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) steals the ball from Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) grabs a rebound against the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) signals to his team as he brings the ball up against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) is defended by Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) dunks during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) grabs a rebound over Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) drives to the basket against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) shoots a layup as Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) and small forward Trevor Ariza (1) look on during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) leads a fast break during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) has the ball knocked out of his hands by Orlando Magic forward Geln Davis (11) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) dunks the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban reacts to a call during the second quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) shoots over Orlando Magic forward Geln Davis (11) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) attempts to shoot over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) drives between the defense of Portland Trail Blazers small forward Dorell Wright (1) and point guard Mo Williams (25) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) tries to save a ball from going out of bounds during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) drives against Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) leads a fast break as Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) chases during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) blocks the shot of Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) leading to a jump ball during the fourth quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) shoots over Washington Wizards power forward Trevor Booker (35) during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) goes up for a shot during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) puts up a shot during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) shoots a jump shot as Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) looks on during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards power forward Trevor Booker (35) is defended by Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings shooting guard Ben McLemore (16) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-97. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Mike Harris (33) attempts to block the shot of Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) goes up for a shot over Portland Trail Blazers small forward Dorell Wright (1) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) attempts to shoot over Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) and center Robin Lopez (42) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) prepares to shoot a free throw during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and point guard Gal Mekel (33) react to a call during the second quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) attempts a shot against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Miller (13) drives against Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson (14) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) brings the ball up court as Washington Wizards shooting guard Garrett Temple (17) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban looks on during the game between the Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (25) is introduced during the third quarter of a game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) and quarterback Michael Vick (7) watch themselves on the big screen as they are introduced during the third quarter of a game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies cheerleader performs during the game against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Orlando 94-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket past Sacramento Kings center Hamady Ndiaye (55) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) dribbles as Washington Wizards shooting guard Garrett Temple (17) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) is defended by Utah Jazz center Andris Biedrins (11) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (left) and center Aaron Gray acknowledge the crowd during the second quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Diante Garrett (8) dribbles ahead of Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown tries to make his point with referee James Capers during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Glen Rice Jr. (14) passes the ball as Denver Nuggets power forward Darrell Arthur (00) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz center Andris Biedrins (11) blocks the shot of Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) during the second half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) prepares to shoot a free throw during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) takes a shot over Sacramento Kings point guard Jimmer Fredette (7) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings point guard Jimmer Fredette (7) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Willie Green (34) passes the ball under pressure from Philadelphia 76ers guard Evan Turner (12) during the third quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings point guard Jimmer Fredette (7) during the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) is helped off the floor by guard Chris Paul (3) and guard Willie Green (34) during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) shoots under pressure from Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) during the third quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) slides under the Los Angeles Clippers bench after being fouled during the third quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) dunks during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers hands the ball to referee Nick Buchert during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman gestures against the Denver Nuggets during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) shoots a jump shot under pressure from Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) during the third quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw gestures against the Washington Wizards during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) passes the ball as Washington Wizards power forward Trevor Booker (35) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) dribbles as Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) takes a shot over Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) shoots the ball as Denver Nuggets power forward J.J. Hickson (7) defends during the second half at the Verizon Center. The Nuggets defeated the Wizards 75 – 74. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) takes a shot over Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) pivots to the basket past Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Sacramento, CA, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) drives to the basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Jared Dudley (9) shoots as Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) and guard Tony Wroten (8) defend during the second quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) is defended by Philadelphia 76ers center Daniel Orton (33) during the second quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Anderson (9) dunks during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) drives to the basket defended by Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) drives to the basket defended by Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) and guard Mike Miller (13) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Arron Affialo (4) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) shoots a layup over Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Maalik Wayns (5) watches from the bench during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Arron Affialo (4) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Jamaal Franklin (22) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Darren Collison (2) brings the ball up court during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Evan Turner (12) battles for the ball with Los Angeles Clippers center Ryan Hollins (15) and guard Darren Collison (2) during the second quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) shoots as Denver Nuggets power forward Kenneth Faried (35) defends during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) goes up for a layup during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) blocks the shot of Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers dream team dancers perform during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) attempts to shoot over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) shoots over Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Arron Affialo (4) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Jamaal Franklin (22) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson (14) drives past Memphis Grizzlies guard Nick Calathes (12) as center Kosta Koufus (41) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson (14) drives past Memphis Grizzlies guard Nick Calathes (12) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles toward the basket during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards power forward Trevor Booker (35) shoots over Denver Nuggets power forward Darrell Arthur (00) during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz small forward Mike Harris (33) and Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) battle for a loose ball during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) goes up for a shot while defended by Utah Jazz center Andris Biedrins (11) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Otto Porter Jr. (22) dribbles the ball against the Denver Nuggets during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles up the court during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts reacts during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Ronnie Price (10) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Nick Calathes (12) as guard Jamaal Franklin (22) looks on during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman on the bench against the Denver Nuggets during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) looks to pass as Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) and guard Jamaal Franklin (22) defend during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) passes as Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) and guard Jamaal Franklin (22) defend and center Kosta Koufus (41) looks on during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Maurice Harkless (21) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Miller (13) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger signals to his team during the first half against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) dribbles as Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) defends during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Arron Affialo (4) attempts a shot defended by Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger reacts to a call during the first half against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jason Maxiell (54) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) dribbles as Washington Wizards small forward Chris Singleton (31) defends during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson (14) is fouled while driving to the basket by Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jason Maxiell (54) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Miller (13) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) shoots a jump shot during the first quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) shoots against the Denver Nuggets during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) drives against Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) and guard Mike Conley (11) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) dunks the ball as Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) looks on during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) attempts a shot defended by Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) goes up for a shot while defended by Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) drives while defended by Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket in front of Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles around Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Glen Rice Jr. (14) defends Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum (88) drives to the basket as Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) moves to defend during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Evan Turner (12) dunks over Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Evan Turner (12) dunks during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Clippers defeated the Sixers 94-83. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn talks to guard Jameer Nelson (14) during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) shoots a free throw during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) dribbles while defended by Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first half at EnergySolutions Arena. Portland won 105-94. Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) is defended by Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) puts up a shot over Utah Jazz small forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Spencer Hawes (00) shoots under pressure from Los Angeles Clippers forward Jared Dudley (9) and forward Blake Griffin (32) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) shoots in front of Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Spencer Hawes (00) battles for the ball with Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Glen Rice Jr. (14) shoots against the Denver Nuggets during the first half at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles up the court during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) dunks during the first quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) shoots a jump shot over the defense of Los Angeles Clippers forward Jared Dudley (9) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) is defended by Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Memphis, TN, USA; Orlando Magic forward Glen Davis (11) attempts a shot in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) shoots over Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the first quarter at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) shoots a jump shot under pressure from Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) is defended by Philadelphia 76ers guard Tony Wroten (8) during the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) warms up prior to a game against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) warms up prior to a game against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats power forward Anthony Tolliver (43) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball while guarded by Charlotte Bobcats power forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots the ball during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats power forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) drives the ball inside during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson calls out to players on the court during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats power forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats power forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats power forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats point guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots the ball over Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA;Charlotte Bobcats point guard Ramon Sessions (7) goes up for a shot during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats shooting guard Ben Gordon (8) shoots the ball over Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA;Charlotte Bobcats point guard Ramon Sessions (7) goes up for a shot during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats point guard Kemba Walker (15) drives the ball inside against Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson reacts to a play during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats shooting guard Gerald Henderson (9) shoots the ball over Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) shoots the ball during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 9, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats power forward Jeff Adrien (4) goes up for a shot between Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) and Jermaine O'Neal (7) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Bobcats defeated the Warriors 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

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