January 5: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

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By The Lighter Side | January 6, 2014

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond warms up prior to the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith warms up prior to the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Nick Calathes warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward James Johnson warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots the ball as Washington Wizards power forward Jan Vesely (24) defends in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) defends in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) and Wizards power forward Jan Vesely (24) defend in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) dunks the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) battles for the ball with Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) walks off the court after losing to the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson stands on the court during a stoppage in play against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) makes a three point shot during the final seconds of the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni during the game against the Denver Nuggets during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) makes a wraparound basket from underneath as Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and power forward Brandan Wright (34) defend during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) and Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) battle for the ball during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) attempts a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks small forward Shawn Marion (0) comes off the court during the second half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. Marion starts the game but finishes with only 2 points. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots over Dallas Mavericks small forward Shawn Marion (0) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Actor Eddie Murphy walks during a break in play between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball over Washington Wizards power forward Jan Vesely (24) in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) is fouled by Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) while dribbling the ball in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) and power forward Nene Hilario (42) defend in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) dribbles the ball past Washington Wizards power forward Jan Vesely (24) in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) reacts on the court against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) defends in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball as Washington Wizards power forward Nene Hilario (42) defends in the third quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) and Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) celebrate after a time out is called against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) reacts after making a three point shot against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards Girls dance on the court during a stoppage in play against the Golden State Warriors at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots the ball against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) and Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) smile on the court against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) reacts to being called for a foul during the second half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) passes the ball to shooting guard Vince Carter (25) past New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets Darrell Arthur (00) goes up for a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) sits on the bench during the game against the Denver Nuggets during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) and small forward Jae Crowder (9) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) is called for an offensive foul on Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Members of the Oklahoma City Thunder dance team entertains the fans during a break in action against the Boston Celtics at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) guards New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) lays on the court in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) shoots against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) passes the ball over New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) and power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) guards Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Hasheem Thabeet (34) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics center Vitor Faverani (38) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) fights for the rebound with Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) and power forward Brandan Wright (34) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) dribbles against Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) and Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) fight for the ball during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Dion Waiters (3) celebrates a three-point basket in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Dion Waiters (3) shoots a three-point basket in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) goes up for a shot defended by Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) and Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) argues a foul call with the referees during the second half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks small forward Shawn Marion (0) guards New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) shoots over Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Martin scores 14 points off the bench. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Perry Jones (3) fights for a loose ball with Boston Celtics power forward Jared Sullinger (7) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown talks to referee Bill Kennedy in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) goes up for a shot against the Denver Nuggets during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown reacts in the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) looks to set the play against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Anthony leads team with 19 points. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) and small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) walk on to the court to face the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Anthony leads team with 19 points and Martin has 14 points off the bench. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) and small forward Danny Granger (33) celebrate in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward Luis Scola (4) shoots between Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) and small forward Anthony Bennett (15) in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni during the game against the Denver Nuggets during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks (20) drives the ball defended by Denver Nuggets guard Randy Foye (4) during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Frank Vogel glances at the scoreboard in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) leaps to pass the ball as Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) and Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) defends in the second quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) is fouled by Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) while going up for a shot during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) defends in the second quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) defends in the second quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) runs down the court during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during a timeout in the game between the Mavericks and the New York Knicks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman (L) argues a call with referee Mark Ayotte (56) during a stoppage in play against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter at Verizon Center. The Warriors won 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) dribbles the ball as Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) and Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) defend in the second quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle yells at shooting guard Monta Ellis (not pictured) during the second half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle yells at shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) during the second half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) celebrates making a basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) celebrates in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) attempts a shot defended by Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Wesley Johnson (11) is fouled by Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) after going up for a rebound during the third period at Staples Center. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 137-115. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks point guard Beno Udrih (18) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) shoots the ball as Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) defends in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Danny Granger (33) drives against Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Dion Waiters (3) in the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward Luis Scola looks to pass in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Nick Collison (4) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) dunks the ball against the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) handles the ball against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks reacts to a play in action against the Boston Celtics at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) watches his team in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) is helped off the court by center Tyler Zeller (left), shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (center) and small forward Alonzo Gee (33) in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) defends Cleveland Cavaliers center Tyler Zeller (40) in the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) handles the ball against Boston Celtics shooting guard Jordan Crawford (27) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) walks off the court after being checked by medical personnel after a fall in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (right) blocks a shot attempt by Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) in the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (0) shoots a reverse layup in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Thabo Sefolosha (25) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) and Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Thabo Sefolosha (25) attempts a shot against Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) dunks the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) dunks the ball against the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) dunks the ball against Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) handles the ball against Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) handles the ball against Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) reacts after a time out is called for bleeding against the Denver Nuggets during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) drives to the basket past New York Knicks power forward Andrea Bargnani (77) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Nowitzki leads team with 18 points. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots over New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Nowitzki leads team with 18 points. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; American actor Eddie Murphy watches the game between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket during the first half against the New York Knick at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (right) shoots against Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) in the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) attempts a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) and Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw during the game between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots over New York Knicks power forward Andrea Bargnani (77) and small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (2) dribbles the ball as Golden State Warriors point guard Toney Douglas (0) defends in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) passes the ball defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Wesley Johnson (11) during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; American actress Jessica Alba watches the game between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) shoots in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) attempts a shot blocked by Los Angeles Lakers guard Wesley Johnson (11) during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) walks the ball up the field against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (10) attempts a three point shot against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) defends in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) drives to the basket past New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) dunks the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal (3) shoots the ball as Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) defends in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle yells to his team during the first half against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks (20) reacts during the game against the Denver Nuggets during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) dunks the ball as Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) and Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) look on in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) shoots over New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets center JaVale McGee (34) reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) reacts during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards small forward Trevor Ariza (1) dribbles the ball as Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) defends in the first quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) grabs a rebound in front of Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Brandan Wright (34) and New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) fight for the rebound during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Evans Foumier (94) attempts a shot against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) makes a jump shot over New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson yells to his team during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) dunks the ball past Dallas Mavericks small forward Jae Crowder (9) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni during a time out against the Denver Nuggets during the second period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) exchanges words with New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) and shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) and center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks small forward Jae Crowder (9) defends against New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) dribbles past Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) as power forward Kenyon Martin (3) defends during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots over New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) passes around New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) attempts a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks (20) during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) celebrates making a three point against the Dallas Mavericks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Shane Larkin (3) drives to the basket past New York Knicks power forward Kenyon Martin (3) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jordan Crawford (27) reacts to a call in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) handles the ball while being guarded by Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jordan Crawford (27) attempts to steal the ball from Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) while he is being guarded by Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavalier injured guard Kyrie Irving (left) sits on the bench in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (9) dribbles between Indiana Pacers point guard C.J. Watson (left) and small forward Paul George (24) in the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) goes up for a shot against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Evans Foumier (94) attempts a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Shawne Williams (3) during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during a timeout in the game between the Mavericks and the New York Knicks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. The Knicks defeated the Mavericks 92-80. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) and Indiana Pacers shooting guard Lance Stephenson reach for a loose ball in the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown reacts in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) attempts a shot defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Ryan Kelly (4) during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) and Los Angeles Lakers forward Shawne Williams (3) battle for the loose ball during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) drives the ball defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendall Marshall (12) during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jordan Crawford (27) attempts a shot while being guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) and power forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Jordan Crawford (27) handles the ball while being guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics shooting guard Keith Bogans (4) passes the ball while being guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (6) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) brings the ball up court during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Knicks point guard Beno Udrih (18) keeps the ball away from Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots a jump shot during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) brings the ball up court during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) shoots over New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (6) handles the ball while guarded by Boston Celtics point guard Phil Pressey (26) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) handles the ball while being guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Perry Jones (3) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) attempts a shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics power forward Kris Humphries (43) attempts a shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) talks to referee Brent Barnaky during a timeout in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) dribbles against Cleveland Cavaliers center Tyler Zeller (40) in the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Frank Vogel reacts in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Alonzo Gee (33) drives against Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) in the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao (17) reaches for the ball in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) handles the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics power forward Jared Sullinger (7) attempts a shot while being guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) handles the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) dunks the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard C.J. Miles (center) drives between Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) and shooting guard Lance Stephenson (1) in the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) handles the ball while being guarded by Boston Celtics point guard Avery Bradley (0) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (0) greets his teammates before action against the Boston Celtics at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) warms up prior to the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Steve Nash (10) warms up prior to the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) warms up prior to action against the Boston Celtics at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Gerald Wallace (45) warms up prior to action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) shoots the ball during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe watches from the bench during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Josh Harrellson (55) defends Memphis Grizzlies power forward Ed Davis (32) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) dribbles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) fouls Memphis Grizzlies power forward Ed Davis (32) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum (12) walks on the court during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) shoots the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Josh Harrellson (55) defends Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) defends Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) dunks the ball during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach David Joerger stands on the sidelines during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Grizzlies won 112-84. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) shoots the ball during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) shoots the ball during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) defends Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Kyle Singler (25) shoots the ball over Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Maurice Cheeks and center Andre Drummond (0) stand on the sidelines during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Nick Calathes (12) defends Detroit Pistons shooting guard Chauncey Billups (1) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) dribbles the ball around Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) attempts to block Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) shoots the ball during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) defends Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) dunks the ball during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons power forward Greg Monroe (10) prepares to shoot the ball during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) high fives power forward Greg Monroe (10) during the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Mike Miller warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra looks on during the first half against the Toronto Raptors at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) reacts during the first half against the Toronto Raptors at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) drives to the basket as Miami Heat shooting guard Ray Allen (34) defends during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) takes a breather during the first half against the Toronto Raptors at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) is pressured by Miami Heat center Chris Bosh (1) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) shoots over Miami Heat power forward Chris Andersen (11) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward Michael Beasley (8) dunks past Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat power forward Udonis Haslem (40) shoots over Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) shoots over Miami Heat point guard Mario Chalmers (15) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard Terrence Ross (31) catches a pass in front of Miami Heat point guard Norris Cole (30) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (center) steals the ball away from Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade (right) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat point guard Norris Cole (30) catches a rebound in front of Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat center Chris Bosh (1) shoots against Toronto Raptors during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (7) watches his shot as Miami Heat power forward Chris Andersen (11) looks on during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat shooting guard Ray Allen (34) takes a breather against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) takes a breather against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) shoots over Toronto Raptors power forward Amir Johnson (15) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) is pressured by Toronto Raptors shooting guard Terrence Ross (31) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade (left) stands next to Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (right) during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) is pressured by Miami Heat power forward Chris Andersen (11) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 5, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Toronto Raptors shooting guard DeMar DeRozan (10) reacts during the second half against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-97. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

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