December 21: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) is defended by Philadelphia 76ers forward Evan Turner (12) in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Larry Drew watches during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) dunks in the 4th quarter during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at BMO Harris Bradley Center. The Bucks beat the 76ers 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) passes around Philadelphia 76ers forward Evan Turner (12) in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) battles for a rebound against Philadelphia 76ers forward Evan Turner (12) in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Luke Ridnour (13) tries to get around Philadelphia 76ers center Spencer Hawes (00) in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Evan Turner (12) and Milwaukee Bucks guard Nate Wolters (6) battle for a loose ball in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Nate Wolters (6) takes the ball down court against Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) grabs a rebound against Philadelphia 76ers guard Elliot Williams (25) oin the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) and Philadelphia 76ers forward Brandon Davies (20) battle for a rebound in the 4th quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; The Milwaukee Bucks mascot Bango entertains fans dressed as Santa during game against the Philadelphia 76ers at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Luke Ridnour (13) passes the ball away from Philadelphia 76ers forward Lavoy Allen (50) in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Brandon Davies (20) tries to grab a loose ball against Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Nate Wolters (6) shoots a layup against Philadelphia 76ers forward Brandon Davies (20) in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown questions a call with referee Zach Zarba during a game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau coaches against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Caron Butler (3) grabs a rebound against Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) takes a shot against Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) shoots a free throw in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Hilton Armstrong (57) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9, left) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0), power forward Shawne Williams (3, center), and center Jordan Hill (27, right) react on the bench during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) dunks the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50, right) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) is fouled by Denver Nuggets small forward Quincy Miller (30) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) is interviewed by Fox Sports sideline reporter Lesley McCaslin after the game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) is fouled by Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Tony Mitchell (9) gets defended by Houston Rockets shooting guard Francisco Garcia (32) and point guard Aaron Brooks (0) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown smiles during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks in the 3rd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Cory Joseph (5) drives to the basket under pressure from Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers power forward Shawne Williams (3) grabs a rebound against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) walks off the court after being ejected during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) walks off the court after being ejected during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) shoots over Denver Nuggets small forward Quincy Miller (30) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Aaron Brooks (0) loses the ball while defended by Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) dives for the ball as Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) moves the ball forward during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers small forward Matt Barnes (22) grabs a rebound in front of Denver Nuggets small forward Anthony Randolph (15) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ryan Hollins (15) blocks a shot by Denver Nuggets small forward Anthony Randolph (15) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jarrett Jack (bottom) and Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) go for a loose ball during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) hangs on the rim in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) and power forward Shawne Williams (3) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) complains about a foul during the second half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) drives to the basket as he is defended by Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) and small forward Chandler Parsons (25) celebrate during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) attempts a shot during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates a score with forward Kevin Durant (3right) during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a shot during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) puts his arms up and looks at a ref after a call during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz guard Trey Burke (3) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats enter Al Jefferson (25) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Utah win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) is defended by Houston Rockets point guard Aaron Brooks (0) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) gets the ball stripped by Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) drives into the paint during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) looks on to his team during the second half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (left) blocks the dunk of San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (right) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40, center) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers power forward Shawne Williams (3) and shooting guard Wesley Johnson (11) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; The broken hand of Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) and Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) fight for a rebound during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Utah wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers small forward Matt Barnes (22) in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) reacts after being called with a flagrant foul 2 on a foul on Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0, not pictured) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Quincy Miller (30) guards Los Angeles Clippers point guard Darren Collison (2) as he is fouled by Denver Nuggets power forward Darrell Arthur (00) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) guards Los Angeles Clippers point guard Darren Collison (2) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni (right) instructs his team in a huddle against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers small forward Matt Barnes (22) shoots in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Andre Miller (24) defends Los Angeles Clippers point guard Darren Collison (2) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0, right) argues with Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) after Speights committed a flagrant foul 2 during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0, right back) argues with Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) after Speights committed a flagrant foul 2 during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5, second from right) commits a flagrant foul 2 on Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0, second from left) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) commits a flagrant foul 2 on Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0, left) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5, behind Barnes #40) commits a flagrant foul 2 on Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson instructs during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) shoots while being defended by San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) knocks the ball away from Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) reacts to a call from the bench during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni instructs during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) reacts to a call during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) shoots against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) drives past Orlando Magic power forward Glen Davis (11) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz guard forward Gordon Hayward (20) shoots as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum (12) is defended by Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jeremy Lamb (11) reacts after a shot during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks rects to a call during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) dunks during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) dunks during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Andre Miller (24) looks on as Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) makes a shot in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets power forward Darrell Arthur (00) defends Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Andre Miller (24) defends Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson (right) argues with NBA referee Marc Davis (8) during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) drives past Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni (center) instructs in a huddle against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) shoots in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) drives to the basket as he is defended by Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) and forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Utah wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) attempted to defend during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) defends Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) and Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) go after the loose ball during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) dribbles in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris (12) drives to the basket as Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) attemoted to defend during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) guards Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Spencer Hawes (00) tries to get around Milwaukee Bucks forward Ekpe Udoh (5) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) takes a shot against Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz guard forward Gordon Hayward (20) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats forward Cody Zeller (40) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Utah wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) walks off the court after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. Lillard scored 29 points as the Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrates with Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and center Robin Lopez (42) after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. Lillard scored 29 points as the Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) walks off the court after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. Lillard scored 29 points as the Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers power forward Shawne Williams (3) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) and power forward Blake Griffin (32) high five in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) and guard Jose Calderon (8) react on the court in the second half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers power forward Shawne Williams (3, right) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (behind) has his shot blocked by Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (front) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) dunks the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) hits a shot on New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) late during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Lakers power forward Shawne Williams (3, left) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) reacts on the ground after a foul was called on him against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris (12) shoots as Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) gets called for a foul during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers center Tyler Zeller (40) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9, left) and small forward Xavier Henry (7) fight for the ball with Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10, right) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) is defended by Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin talks to the referee during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) guards Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw (33) shoots while being defended by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (left) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) dives for a loose ball during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) and Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) go after a loose ball during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) is called for an offensive foul as he knocks down Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) late during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) makes a shot past Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) and power forward J.J. Hickson (7) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) makes a shot past Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) passes the ball away from Philadelphia 76ers guard Elliot Williams (25) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats forward center Bismack Biyombo (0) drives to the basket as he is defended by Utah Jazz forward Jeremy Evans (40) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) shoots during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) shoots in the second half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni reacts during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) dunks the ball on Portland Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets power forward J.J. Hickson (7) guards Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) and Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) go for a rebound in the second half of the game at Staples Center. The Clippers won 112-91. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) shoots the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Vince Carter (25) talks with guard Monta Ellis (11) in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Marvin Williams (2) drives into the paint as Charlotte Bobcats forward Cody Zeller (40) tries to steal the ball during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) speaks with referee Sean Wright (65) during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) takes a shot as he is defended by Vharlotte Bobcats forward center Bismack Biyombo (0) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9, left) grabs a rebound against Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9, right) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) world to keep the ball inbounds during the second half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz win 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) shoots over Sacramento Kings shooting guard Marcus Thornton (23) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Anderson (9) drives past Milwaukee Bucks guard Luke Ridnour (13) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris (12) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) dunks past Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (left) passes around Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (top) to forward Tim Duncan (right) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks team owner Mark Cuban yells from the sidelines in the second half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; OOrlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) shoots against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Brandon Davies (20) takes a shot against Milwaukee Bucks forward Caron Butler (3) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) puts up a basket against the Dallas Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (0) in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) handles the ball in the second half against the Dallas Mavericks half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA;Sacramento Kings shooting guard Marcus Thornton (23) reacts after he made a three pointer against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz guard forward Gordon Hayward (20) drives to the basket as he is fouled by Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Sergey Karasev (10) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle walks the sidelines in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin looks on during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz guard Trey Burke (3) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) reacts to a call in the game against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic dancers dance as they dress up as soldiers for christmas during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) reaches to save a loose ball as San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) looks on during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni reacts during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Richard Jefferson (24) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats forward Cody Zeller (40) (not pictured) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Richard Jefferson (24) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Bobcats forward Cody Zeller (40) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Jazz wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Lakers 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) catches a pass during the second half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Utah wins 88-85. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone high fives Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) and teammates against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Jae Crowder (9) reacts to a call in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) looks on during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tony Wroten (8) drives for the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the 2nd quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Marco Belinelli (3) drives to the basket under pressure from Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Thunder won 113-100. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrates with Portland Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams (25) after scoring a basket late during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) celebrates after scoring a basket late during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket on New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Darren Collison (2) reacts after making a shot at the buzzer to end the first half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) takes a shot over Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) and Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) go for the ball during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) shoots over Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) shoots a three point shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) passes the ball around Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach Monty Williams has some words with referee Brent Barnaky (70) during the third quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic power forward Andrew Nicholson (44) defends Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Miles Plumlee (22) dunks the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) fouls Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) puts up a basket against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) reacts to a call in the first half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone calls a a play behind his suit jacket against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) guards Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) and point guard Chris Paul (3) talk during a time out in the first half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) shoots as Orlando Magic power forward Andrew Nicholson (44) and small forward Maurice Harkless (21) defend during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) takes the ball past Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) in the half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown calls a play during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) takes a shot between Milwaukee Bucks forward Caron Butler (3) and guard Brandon Knight (11) in the 1st quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) collides with Dallas Mavericks guard Vince Carter (25) in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) is fouled by Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts yells out to his team during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts speaks with point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the fourth quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Hollis Thompson (31) grabs a rebound against Milwaukee Bucks forward Caron Butler (3) in the 1st quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Thaddeus Young (21) drives for the basket against Milwaukee Bucks forward Caron Butler (3) in the 1st quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Maurice Cheeks looks to his left during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Maurice Cheeks points to the crowd during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) defends Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) makes a pass in traffic against the Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn points and reacts against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; The Charlotte Bobcats unveil their new branding logo as the Charlotte Hornets for the 2014 season at halftime during the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Eric Gordon (10) has the ball knocked away by Portland Trail Blazers small forward Dorell Wright (1) during the third quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Miles Plumlee (22) dunks the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; The Charlotte Bobcats unveil their new branding logo as the Charlotte Hornets for the 2014 season at halftime during the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) is defended by Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket during the third quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers in the first half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; The Charlotte Bobcats unveil their new branding as the Charlotte Hornets for the 2014 season at halftime during the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic power forward Kyle O'Quinn (2) shoots against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) gets greeted by his teammates as he walks to the bench during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul (3) and Denver Nuggets small forward Anthony Randolph (15) go for the ball in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) give a high five to head coach Kevin McHale during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) makes a dunk during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) and Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) look for a rebound in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Jose Calderon (8) makes a pass against the Phoenix Suns guard Goran Dragic (1) in the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic power forward Glen Davis (11) shoots over Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (left) talks to point guard Aaron Brooks (0) during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats owner Michael Jordan unveils the new Charlotte Hornets logo at halftime during the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale looks at his bench during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy (34) dunks over Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Alonzo Gee (33) during the second half at the United Center. T'he Chicago Bulls defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 100-84. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots the ball over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone claps against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic power forward Glen Davis (11) passes as Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) hold the ball during the second quarter as he is defended by the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) drives to the basket past Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Channing Frye (8) congratulates forward P.J. Tucker (17) in the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) attempts a shot over Houston Rockets small forward Omri Casspi (18) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) defended by the Houston Rockets during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) and power forward Jason Thompson (34) defends Orlando Magic power forward Glen Davis (11) during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the third quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (left) defends during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (left) passes the ball under the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (top) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) passes the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Amway Center. Sacramento Kings defeated the Orlando Magic 105-100. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) and center Andrew Bogut (12) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale talks to point guard Aaron Brooks (0) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Chandler Parsons (25) attempts a shot over Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) pulls up and shoots as he is defended by Utah Jazz guard John Lucas III (5) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers power forward Blake Griffin (32) blocks a shot by Denver Nuggets power forward J.J. Hickson (7) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) talks to guard Tony Parker (right) during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots the ball over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Andre Miller (24) drives the lane past Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard Jamal Crawford (11) and small forward Jared Dudley (9) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Chris Kaman (9) dribbles against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) shoots a jump shot during the first half of the game against the Utah Jazz at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) knocks the ball away from New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the third quarter of the game at the Moda Center. The Blazers won the game 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) dunks as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (right) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (behind) and guard Manu Ginobili (front) defend during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (right) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (left) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket while guarded by San Antonio Spurs guard Danny Green (left) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) gets a hand injury looked at during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Xavier Henry (7) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9, center) and power forward David Lee (10) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts to a call during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Ramon Sessions (7) drives to the basket as he is defended by Utah Jazz guard John Lucas III (5) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Kyle Singler (25) and Houston Rockets shooting guard Francisco Garcia (32) fight for a rebound during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Chandler Parsons (25) attempts a shot while defended by Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Jordan Hamilton (1) guards Los Angeles Clippers small forward Matt Barnes (22) in the first quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw (33) drives to the basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors small forward Draymond Green (23) and power forward Marreese Speights (5) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0) dribbles against Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks watches from the sideline during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) and point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) high five after Gay made a three pointer against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Toney Douglas (0, top) and Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20, bottom) fight for the ball during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Ramon Sessions (7) drives past Utah Jazz guard Alec Burks (10) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) shoots while being defended by Oklahoma City center Steven Adams (12) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats forward Cody Zeller (40) drives into Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Nate Robinson (10) keeps the ball in bounds in the first half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) shoots over Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris (12) during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich instructs against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (0) lays up the ball against the Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Ramon Sessions (7) drives past Utah Jazz guard Diante Garrett (8) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings shooting guard Marcus Thornton (23) shoots against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) handles the ball against the Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) gets ready to drive past Charlotte Bobcats forward center Bismack Biyombo (0) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson (14) forces Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) to turn the ball over during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Brandan Wright (34) lays up the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) sits on the ground after a play during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) and Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) collide during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) makes a dunk during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) gets a rebound during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) blocks the shot of Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) sits on the bench during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) shoots over Sacramento Kings shooting guard Ben McLemore (16) during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone talks with point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) puts up a basket against the Phoenix Suns guard Archie Goodwin (20) in the first half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Wesley Johnson (11) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) dribbles the ball up the court during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Rockets beat the Pistons 114-97. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic small forward Maurice Harkless (21) dunks against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) gets fouled while shooting against San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) attempts a shot over Detroit Pistons small forward Kyle Singler (25) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) dribbles the ball against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) is defended by Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (right) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (behind) tries to steal the ball away from Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (front) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (behind) defends during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) drives to the basket as he is defended by Utah Jazz forward Marvin Williams (2) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) tries to save the ball from going out of bounds as Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) defends him during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats forward Josh McRoberts (11) pulls up and shoots as he is defended by Utah Jazz forward Marvin Williams (2) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

December 21, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) shoots the ball against Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Bobcats forward Anthony Tolliver (43) takes a jump shot as he is defended by Utah Jazz forward Richard Jefferson (25) during the first half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach Monty Williams yells out to his team during the first quarter of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) passes the ball under the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) and Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) go for the ball during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) clutches the ball prior to the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) passes the ball off on New Orleans Pelicans forward Alexis Ajinca (12) and shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs cheerleader performs prior to the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (9) is fouled by Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy (34) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) lays up the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket on New Orleans Pelicans forward Alexis Ajinca (12) and shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) lays up the ball against the Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) in the first half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) poitns to the bench in the first half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward P.J Tucker (17) reacts after falling to the ground against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) fouls Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban watches the game from the sidelines against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams (25) shoots the ball over New Orleans Pelicans forward Alexis Ajinca (12) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) grabs a rebound in front of Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) reacts in the first half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts reacts to an officials call during the first quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jarrett Jack (1) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) and power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Channing Frye (8) reacts on the court against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 123-108. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Miles Plumlee (22) puts up a shot against the Dallas Mavericks forward Brandan Wright (34) in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Travis Outlaw (25) shoots over Orlando Magic shooting guard Victor Oladipo (5) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) shoots over Orlando Magic power forward Andrew Nicholson (44) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and small forward Dorell Wright (1) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) defends Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Jose Calderon (8) reacts on the court in the first half against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) drives to the basket against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic power forward Glen Davis (11) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) forces Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) to turn the ball over during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) defends Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (0) dribbles the ball up the court against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) is defended by Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) reaches in to try and steal the ball from Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Jose Calderon (8) runs with the ball against the Phoenix Suns forward Miles Plumlee (22) in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) grabs a rebound in front of Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) shoots over Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) and power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) drives past Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson (14) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) shoots over Sacramento Kings shooting guard Ben McLemore (16) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) drives to the basket and is defended by Chicago Bulls small forward Tony Snell (20) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) is defended by Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) is defended by Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) goes up for a rebound with Cleveland Cavaliers center Andrew Bynum (21) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone points and calls a play against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) is defended by Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings small forward Rudy Gay (8) drives past Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris (12) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) shoots over Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Portland, OR, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Eric Gordon (10) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic shooting guard Arron Afflalo (4) passes the ball as Sacramento Kings shooting guard Ben McLemore (16) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson (14) drives past Sacramento Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) smiles as he signs autographs for fans before the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Dwight Howard (12) signs autographs for fans before the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) hugs Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) after the game at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) works the ball against Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) and center Marcin Gortat (4) defend against Boston Celtics power forward Jared Sullinger (7) during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) and shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) defend against Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) shoots against the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; The Boston Celtics mascot Lucky the Leprechaun entertains the crowd during a break in the action against the Washington Wizards during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jeff Green (8) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) shoots during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; The Boston Celtics cheerleaders perform during a break in the action against the Washington Wizards in the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) drives to the basket during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Ed Davis (32) fouls New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) drives the ball to the basket against Boston Celtics shooting guard Jeff Green (8) during the second half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) shoots during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) shoots during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) and center Kosta Koufos (41) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives past Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman and Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens watch from the sideline during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) drives past Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens watches from the sideline as they take on the Washington Wizards during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; American actor Isiah Whitlock at the game between the New York Knicks and the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jeff Green (8) shoots against Washington Wizards power forward Nene Hilario (42) during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) on the court after colliding with Boston Celtics power forward Jared Sullinger (7) during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) shoots a free throw during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) shoots during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) drives the ball against Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) passes the ball against Boston Celtics point guard Phil Pressey (26) during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards center Kevin Seraphin (13) works the ball against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Professional golfer Lee Westwood at the game between the New York Knicks and the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) defends against New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Beno Udrih (18) drives past Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) dunks the ball during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) drives around Memphis Grizzlies power forward James Johnson (3) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) shoots a free throw during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) fouls New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) at the basket during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) advances the ball during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Andrea Bargnani (77) grabs a rebound during the third quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) drives through New York Knicks power forward Andrea Bargnani (77) during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Memphis Grizzlies won 95-87. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) drives the ball against Boston Celtics power forward Jared Sullinger (7) during the first half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) works the ball against Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) during the first half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) drives the ball against Boston Celtics shooting guard Jeff Green (8) during the first half at TD Garden. The Washington Wizards defeated the Celtics 106-99. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) works the ball against Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) shoots a free throw during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Jerryd Bayless (7) shoots over New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2013; New York, NY, USA; American actor John Leguizamo with son Lucas and daughter Allegra during the game between the New York Knicks and the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

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