February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

sms

send

By The Lighter Side | March 1, 2014

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) celebrates with teammates during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns point guard Ish Smith (3) makes a pass against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) walks off the court at the end of the game against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden. Warriors won 126-103. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) celebrates with Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) reacts after drawing a charging foul against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) reacts after being called for a charging foul on Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) draws a charging foul against New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots over Golden State Warriors small forward Draymond Green (23) in the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) celebrates a three point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) keeps teammate Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) away from New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) after an argument in the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Warriors won 126-103. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) goes up for a layup over Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) and Phoenix Suns power forward Channing Frye (8) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Eric Gordon (10) makes a pass by Phoenix Suns shooting guard Gerald Green (14) and Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Channing Frye (8) reacts after fouling New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) into the bench during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson reacts in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Channing Frye (8) and New Orleans Pelicans center Jeff Withey (5) and Phoenix Suns shooting guard Gerald Green (14) go o after a rebound during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) goes up for a layup against Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) and Phoenix Suns small forward P.J. Tucker (17) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) shoots over Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose (1) leaves the court after the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; referee Gary Zielinski (59) separates players after Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) and New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) scuffle during the second half at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) and shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) celebrate the win over the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30)in the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) defends against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30)in the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) shoots over Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Farmar (1) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) in the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) drives to the basket against New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) in the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers girls cheerleaders perform during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) is defended by Sacramento Kings center Jason Thompson (34) and forward Derrick Williams (13) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) dunks the ball during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Ryan Kelly (4) and guard MarShon Brooks (2) battle for the ball with Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (16) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jeff Hornacek looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) reacts to making a three point shot against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) talks with teammates (from left) Patrick Mills, and Marco Belinelli, and Tim Duncan, and Boris Diaw during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) passes the ball past Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) reacts against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) shoots as Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) defends during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Famar (1) reacts in the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) is fouled by Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (not pictured) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca (42) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns point guard Ish Smith (3) loses control of the ball while being guarded by New Orleans Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca (42) and New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) and forward Wesley Johnson (11) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland police and security escort a fan from the floor after he ran out into play during the fourth quarter in the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Patrick Mills (8) shoots the ball past Charlotte Bobcats forward Josh McRoberts (left) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots while being defended by San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (right) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland police officer tackles a fan who ran onto the floor during the fourth quarter in the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) and Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) watch as a Cleveland police officer tackles a fan who ran onto the floor during the fourth quarter in the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) jumps over Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) to grab a loose ball during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca (42) and New Orleans Pelicans small forward Al-Farouq Aminu (0) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Wanda Pratt, mother of Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) cheers in action against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin watches from the sideline during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; The Phoenix Suns dancers perform against the New Orleans Pelicans at US Airways Center. The Phoenix Suns won the game 116-104. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) talks with San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks reacts to a call in action against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) is defended by Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich talks with referee Mark Lindsay during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings coach Michael Malone (right) talks with forward Quincy Acy (5) during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) has his shot blocked by Charlotte Bobcats center Bismack Biyombo (0) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) drives on Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; referee Eric Lewis (42) waits for play to resume during the fourth quarter in the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) handles the ball against Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) defends against Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Gibson scores 20 points and has 15 rebonds while coming off the bench. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) drives the ball against Memphis Grizzlies power forward James Johnson (3) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Farmar (1) is defended by Sacramento Kings forward Quincy Acy (5) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket as Charlotte Bobcats center Bismack Biyombo (0) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Archie Goodwin (20) goes up for a pass against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives the ball against Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Nick Calathes (12) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach Monty Williams looks on against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) is defended by Sacramento Kings guard Orlando Johnson (0) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) scores against New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) and New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) shoots a jump shot against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Gibson scores 20 points and has 15 rebonds while coming off the bench. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) dunks the ball against the OKlahoam City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;New York Knicks power forward Jeremy Tyler (4) and New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) defend against Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) drives to the basket during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) and Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) battle for the ball at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) brings the ball up court during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) shoots the ball during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after a three point shoot in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Farmar (1) passes the ball against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats head coach Steve Clifford watches from the sideline during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) shoots over Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Toure' Murry (23) defends against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns power forward Markieff Morris (11) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks talks to NBA Official Pat Fraher during action against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) celebrates during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) dunks the ball as Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) look on during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Jason Thompson (34) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forwards Pau Gasol (16) and Wesley Johnson (11) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) shoots the ball over Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) fouls Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) passes the ball under the basket during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) attempts a layup against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw (left) and guard Manu Ginobili (right) battle for a loose ball with Charlotte Bobcats forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (center) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) goes up for a layup against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Eric Gordon (10) dribbles against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) celebrates a score with guard Patrick Mills (8) during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kent Bazemore (6) gestures during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots a free throw during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) shoots over New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) defends against Golden State Warriors center Jermaine O'Neal (7) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni (right) and guard Jodie Meeks react during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown talks with referee Eric Lewis (42) during the third quarter against the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) handles the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Tony Allen (9) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) goes up for a shot as Cleveland Cavaliers center Spencer Hawes (32) defends during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) attempts a shot against Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Reggie Jackson (15) drives the ball against Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich gives direction to his team during the second half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) is defended by Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) falls the floor after being fouled on a 3 point attempt in action against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) shoots the ball while being defended by San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) and Kawhi Leonard (2) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich reacts to a call in action against the Charlotte Bobcats during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 92-82. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) reacts to a call in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Pablo Prigioni (9) defends against Golden State Warriors center Jermaine O'Neal (7) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) steals the ball from New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) is guarded by Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) and Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns shooting guard Goran Dragic (1) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) while NBA official Pat Fraher looks on during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) and Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) take the opening tip during the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) reacts to a play in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) loses the ball to Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) drives on Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) is fouled by Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; John Leguizamo seen during the first half of the New York Knicks vs. Golden State Warriors game at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) steals the ball from the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Ellis leads his team with 20 points. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Samuel Dalembert (1) defends against Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jarrett Jack (1) and Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) fight for a rebound with Utah Jazz center Derrick Favors (15) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) shoots over Utah Jazz power forward Marvin Williams (2) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) celebrates making a three point shot against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendall Marshall (12) at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) drives around Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;w30 drives to the basket against New York Knicks point guard Raymond Felton (2) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks small forward Shawn Marion (0) guards Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Gibson scores 20 points and has 15 rebounds coming off the bench. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;New York Knicks point guard Raymond Felton (2) reacts in the first half against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Referee Eric Lewis (42) makes a call during the second quarter between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers girls cheerleaders perform during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) defends against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) drives past Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Marco Belinelli (3) drives to the basket past Charlotte Bobcats forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings coach Michael Malone reacts in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Referee Joe Crawford (17) makes a call during the second quarter of the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings coach Michael Malone reacts in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol (16) at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during a timeout in the game between the Mavericks and the Chicago Bulls at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Spencer Hawes (32) shoots over Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler (6) and Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) battle for a rebound in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA;Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) makes a three point shot in the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) and Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson (9) battle for a rebound during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Marco Belinelli (3) shoots the ball as Charlotte Bobcats center Bismack Biyombo (0) and forward Anthony Tolliver (43) defend during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Marco Belinelli (3) drives to the basket while guarded by Charlotte Bobcats forward Anthony Tolliver (43) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Raymond Felton (2) defends against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots over New York Knicks point guard Pablo Prigioni (9) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) is defended by Sacramento Kings guard Orlando Johnson (0) and forward Reggie Evans (30) at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) drives to the basket against New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) in the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) charges into Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) guards Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings coach Michael Malone (right) talks with guard Ray McCallum (3) during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau yells at the referees during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) drives to the basket past Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs cheerleaders perform during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Aron Baynes (16) puts up a shot over Charlotte Bobcats center Bismack Biyombo (0) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Derrick Williams (34) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forwards Jordan Hill (27) and Pau Gasol (16) at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) grabs a rebound against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) drives on Utah Jazz point guard Diante Garrett (8) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Luol Deng (9) dunks during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) shoots the ball as Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard MarShon Brooks (2) is defended by Sacramento Kings forward Derrick Williams (13) at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Kings 126-122. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) is defended by San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw (right) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; NBA officials Pat Fraher and Brian Forte discuss a call during action between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Patrick Mills (8) drives to the basket as Charlotte Bobcats guard Kemba Walker (15) defends during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw (33) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) dunks during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Derrick Williams (13) and Los Angeles Lakers forward Kent Bazemore (6) battle for the ball at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) drives on Utah Jazz center Derrick Favors (15) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Spencer Hawes (32) drives on Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Wesley Johnson (11) and Sacramento Kings forward Derrick Williams (13) battle for the ball at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Samuel Dalembert (1) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy (34) and shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) and power forward Carlos Boozer (5) defend against Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers girls cheerleader Hunter Athey performs during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs forward Tiago Splitter (22) looks on during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Samuel Dalembert (1) defends against Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) dunks the ball during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) shoots the ball as Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendall Marshall (12) defends at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Jason Thompson (34) dunks the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket past Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket pst Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin calls out a play to his team during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach David Joerger reacts to a play in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) and Charlotte Bobcats center Al Jefferson (25) battle for a rebound during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jarrett Jack (1) drives on Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavaliers beat the Jazz 99-79. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol (16) exchanges high fives with forward Kent Bazemore (6) in the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) brings the ball up court during the first quarter against the Chicago Bulls at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) defends against Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; NBA official Pat Fraher discusses a call with Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Tony Allen (9) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Referee Joe Crawford (17) waits to start the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Utah Jazz at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) waits for play to resume against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Bulls defeated the Mavericks 100-91. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; General view of the opening tipoff between Sacramento Kings center Jason Thompson (34) and Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol (16) at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) has his shot blocked by Charlotte Bobcats forward Josh McRoberts (11) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21) and Charlotte Bobcats forward Josh McRoberts (11) battle for the loose ball during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs cheerleader performs during the first half against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Nick Calathes (12) handles the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Nick Collison (4) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) fights for a loose ball with Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) drives the lane against Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) and t12/ during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) attempts a dunk against Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; Charlotte Bobcats guard Gary Neal (12) warms up before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) warms up before the game against the Charlotte Bobcats at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Feb 28, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; General view of the Staples Center exterior and the downtown Los Angeles skyline before the NBA game between the Sacramento Kings and the Los Angeles Lakers. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Gallery

Gallery, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix Suns, San Antonio Spurs

sms

send

To leave a comment, you will need to Sign in or create an account

if you already have an account. Typed comments will be lost if you are not signed in.

February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

Gallery

February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

LATEST

Main Rumors 51m ago

Cody Martin returning to Hornets

Main Rumors 2hr ago

Jazz inquired about possibility of trading for OG Anunoby and Gary Trent Jr

Main Rumors 3hr ago

James Harden meeting with Sixers today in the Hamptons

Main Rumors 3hr ago

Cavaliers, Darius Garland agree on a $193 million max deal

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Bismack Biyombo returning to Phoenix

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Nets rescind qualifying offer on Kessler Edwards

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Kevin Durant breaks silence after requesting trade

Main Rumors 6hr ago

Jazz pushed hard to include Jaden McDaniels in Rudy Gobert trade

Main Rumors 6hr ago

Lamar Odom: 'Kobe Bryant comes to me in dreams often'

Main Rumors 8hr ago

Hornets to pull qualifying offer for Miles Bridges?

February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

February 28: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

RELATED ARTICLES

From The Web

LATEST

Main Rumors 51m ago

Main Rumors 2hr ago

Main Rumors 3hr ago

Main Rumors 3hr ago

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Main Rumors 4hr ago

Main Rumors 6hr ago

Main Rumors 6hr ago

Main Rumors 8hr ago

Follow HH!

Social

Newsletter

Podcast