March 7: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

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By The Lighter Side | March 8, 2014

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) un tucks his shirt after they lost to the Boston Celtics 91-84 at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) walks back up court after missing a shot during the second half of their 91-84 loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; A Boston Celtics dancer performs during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win over the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets head coach Jason Kidd reacts to a call during the second half of their 91-84 loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) battles Brooklyn Nets point guard Deron Williams (8) for a loose ball during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) eyes a loose ball in front of fallen Brooklyn Nets power forward Mason Plumlee (1) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) cuts between Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) and point guard Deron Williams (8) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens directs his players during the second quarter of their 91-84 win over the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) greets former teammate Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) before their game at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton (5) drives to the basket during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton (5) passes the ball during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) on the floor during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and center Omer Asik (3) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) and point guard Jeremy Lin (7) reacts to a play against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) and center Dwight Howard (12) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) and center Dwight Howard (red) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; The Houston Rockets reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Chandler Parsons (25) is defended by Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) wears yellow Nike shoes during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7) passes the ball during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7) drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets mascot Clutch entertains the crowd during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) and point guard Patrick Beverley (2) reacts to a play during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale calls a play during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) posts-up Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) is defended by Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) reacts to a play during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; The Indiana Pacers and the Houston Rockets get into a shoving match during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts to a play during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dunks the ball during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) defends Indiana Pacers point guard George Hill (3) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Chandler Parsons (25) drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers shooting guard Lance Stephenson (1) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13), power forward Terrence Jones (6), point guard Patrick Beverley (2), small forward Chandler Parsons (25), and center Dwight Howard (12) on the court during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) and center Dwight Howard (12) during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) drives to the basket past Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) passes the ball during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) throws a lob pass during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) blocks the shot of Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots the ball over Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) and Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) fight for a rebound during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) shoots the ball over Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) reacts to a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) passes the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) is defended by Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) tries to pass the ball away from Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale watches his team during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Frank Vogel reacts to a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) reacts to a play during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) drives to the basket past Houston Rockets point guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton (5) blocks the shot attempt of Indiana Pacers small forward Evan Turner (12) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Evan Turner (12) with the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) shoots the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) fouls Houston Rockets power forward Donatas Motiejunas (20) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) wears a mask during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers shooting guard Lance Stephenson (1) drives to the basket past Houston Rockets power forward Donatas Motiejunas (20) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale speaks with Houston Rockets small forward Jordan Hamilton (5) during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) steals the ball away from Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) and center Robin Lopez (42) to seal the win at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) and power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) makes a basket the Mavericks taking the lead over the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) makes a basket and is fouled to give the Mavericks the lead over the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Samuel Dalembert (1) celebrates during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) drives to the basket between Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and center Samuel Dalembert (1) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Aldridge leads his team with 30 points. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews (2) and Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) fight for the ball during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson (left) shakes hands with Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin after the game at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers shooting guard Lance Stephenson (1) shoots the ball against Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) rebounds the ball during the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers point guard George Hill (3) drives to the basket past Houston Rockets point guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts watches his team take on the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) brings up the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers small forward Paul George (24) is defended by Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) celebrates making a three point shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Mike Muscala (31) fouls Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) speaks to a teammate during the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) shoots the ball over Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) goes for a shot in the lane over Brooklyn Nets power forward Mason Plumlee (1) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) drives past Brooklyn Nets point guard Deron Williams (8) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets power forward Terrence Jones (6) drives to the basket past Indiana Pacers power forward David West (21) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Richardson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson calls a play during the second half against Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights (5) goes up for a layup against Atlanta Hawks center Mike Muscala (31) and center Pero Antic (6) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kris Humphries (43) knocks the ball away from Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Joe Johnson (7) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kris Humphries (43) tries to drive around Brooklyn Nets power forward Mason Plumlee (1) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Jermaine O'Neal (7) controls the ball between Atlanta Hawks power forward Elton Brand (42) and power forward Paul Millsap (4) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) and shooting guard Vince Carter (25) defend against Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) drives to the basket during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (left) and Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (right) talk after the game at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (right) congratulates Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (left) after the game at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (22) reacts following a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans in a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) argues a call with the referees during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) on the bench against the Toronto Raptors at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) drives against Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Jerryd Bayless (11) cuts between Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Marcus Thornton (10) and point guard Deron Williams (8) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Jerryd Bayless (11) goes for a shot between Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Marcus Thornton (10) and point guard Deron Williams (8) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) falls to the court after being fouled by Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (not pictured) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeJuan Blair (45) is called for a flagrant foul on Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) defends against Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) drives to the basket during the second half against New York Knicks power forward Jeremy Tyler (4) at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Nando De Colo (3) tries to get between Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) and forward Derrick Williams (13) during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans dance team performs during the second half of a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) goes to shoot a basket as Sacramento Kings forward Derrick Williams (13) defends during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Andre Iguodala (9) on an alley oop dunk against the Atlanta Hawks during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; A sign at the end of the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) reacts to being fouled during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar (1) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) celebrates during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) is defended by Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) and shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Mike Muscala (31) fouls Golden State Warriors center Jermaine O'Neal (7) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Draymond Green (23) shoots the ball against Atlanta Hawks center Mike Muscala (31) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Steve Blake (25) drives in against Atlanta Hawks point guard Dennis Schroder (17) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard-forward John Salmons (25) goes to shoot as Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) defends during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) works the baseline against Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics small forward Chris Johnson (12) tries to get to the basket past Brooklyn Nets point guard Shaun Livingston (14) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) dunks the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) drives to the basket during the second half against New York Knicks power forward Jeremy Tyler (4) at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Mike Miller (13) blocks Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the fourth quarter at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach Monty Williams against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Pablo Prigioni (9) drives against Utah Jazz point guard Trey Burke (3) at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Aaron Brooks (0) guards Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar (1) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) falls while trying to get past Brooklyn Nets small forward Andrei Kirilenko (47) and point guard Shaun Livingston (14) during the second half of Boston's 91-84 win at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings head coach Michael Malone during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) stretches for a rebound during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love (42) looks to pass in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward DeMarre Carroll (5) questions the referee ahead of center Pero Antic (6) during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) dunks the ball as Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defends during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward DeMarre Carroll (5) reacts between plays against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) defends against Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) drives in against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) comes down with a rebound against Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) carries the ball against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love (42) is fouled by Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets power forward Jan Vesely (24) guards Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Courtney Lee (5) grabs a rebound against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum (12) pokes the ball away from Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) sets the play against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Aldridge leads his team with 30 points. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) brings the ball up court against New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews (2) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Matthews fouls out of the game in the fourth quarter. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard-forward John Salmons (25) congratulates forward Patrick Patterson (54) after a play against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Corey Brewer (13) dunks in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Corey Brewer (13) dunks in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistonsat Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers power forward Ryan Kelly (4) takes a shot against Denver Nuggets small forward Kenneth Faried (35) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) is defended by Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) passes under the basket over Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Dwane Casey during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during the second half of the game between the Mavericks and the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Anthony Morrow (3) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) defends against Sacramento Kings forward Quincy Acy (5) during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) watches as Denver Nuggets small forward Kenneth Faried (35) receives a flagrant foul from power forward Ryan Kelly (4) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) is called for an offensive foul against Atlanta Hawks power forward Elton Brand (42) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach John Loyer reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) rolls out of bounds in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets power forward J.J. Hickson (7) dunks the ball against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) blocks the shot of Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (22) reacts against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) controls the ball against Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Kyle Korver (26) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz center Derrick Favors (15) dunks against New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden. New York Knicks defeat the Utah Jazz 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer calls out to his players against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers power forward Ryan Kelly (4) controls the ball in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) reacts while a Golden State Warriors player shoot a free throw during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Atlanta Hawks 111-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Xavier Henry (7) moves around Denver Nuggets shooting guard Evan Fournier (94) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) is defended by Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) and small forward Mike Miller (13) at the United Center. The Memphis during the second quarter. The Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) fouls Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) in the fourth quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar (1) controls the ball in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jose Barea (11) takes a shot in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) knocks the ball away fro Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (left) as guard Kyle Lowry (7) looks on during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) passes the ball as Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) defends during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) carries the ball past Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) shoots against the Memphis Grizzlies during the fourth quarter at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Eric Gordon (10) collides with Milwaukee Bucks power forward Jeff Adrien (12) and power forward Khris Middleton (22) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) carries the ball as Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) closes in during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) drives to the basket in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) looks to pass in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) drives to the basket followed by Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) in the third quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) goes to pass the ball to Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) as Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (16) defends during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets dancers perform in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Kevin Martin (23) drives up the floor in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers point guard Mo Williams (25) and Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) are separated after fighting for the ball during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) argues a call with the referees during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets shooting guard Wilson Chandler (21) guards Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar (1) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) blocks a shot by Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love (42) takes a shot challenged by Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler (25) in the third quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Kevin Martin (23) pulls up to shoot in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) is double teamed by Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) and small forward Kenneth Faried (35) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) approaches the basket in the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw reacts to a call in the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets point guard Deron Williams (8) has the ball knocked away from him by Boston Celtics center Jared Sullinger (7), left, as small forward Jeff Green (8) and point guard Rajon Rondo (9) look on during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) takes a shot guarded by Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) in the third quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9) drives to the basket challenged by Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) in the third quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Comedian and actor Steve Schirripa sits court side during game between the New York Knicks and the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) tries to maintain possession as he slips against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) slips on the play against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) passes out the ball against Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (left) and center John Henson (right) during the second half of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Bucks 112-104. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) passes the ball around Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) controls a rebound against Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and shooting guard Vince Carter (25) fight for the ball with Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) moves the ball past Denver Nuggets point guard Randy Foye (4) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Jeff Teague (0) scores a three point basket against Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) defends against Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) blocks the shot of Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) in the third quarter at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Boardwalk Empire actor Michael K. Williams sits court side during game between the New York Knicks and the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Pablo Prigioni (9) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz point guard Diante Garrett (8) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward Cartier Martin (20) drives in ahead of Golden State Warriors point guard Steve Blake (25) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers power forward Thomas Robinson (41) knocks the ball away from Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Wesley Matthews (2) defends against Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) drives to the basket past Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Samuel Dalembert (1) defends against Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz point guard Diante Garrett (8) gets double teamed by New York Knicks point guard Pablo Prigioni (9) and center Tyson Chandler (6) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors dancers perform during a timeout against the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz small forward Richard Jefferson (24) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Iman Shumpert (21) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer on the sideline against the Golden State Warriors during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks power forward Paul Millsap (4) drives in against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) and point guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during the first half of the game between the Mavericks and the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors small forward Draymond Green (23) fouls Atlanta Hawks power forward Paul Millsap (4) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Mark Jackson on the sideline against the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defends against Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Shelvin Mack (8) goes up for a layup against Golden State Warriors small forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) during the second quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks small forward Jae Crowder (9) reacts after being fouled during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz center Enes Kanter (0) drives against New York Knicks power forward Jeremy Tyler (4) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks point guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives in against Golden State Warriors point guard Steve Blake (25) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the second quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Larry Drew against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris (20) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum (3) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) on the foul line against the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors shooting guard Jordan Crawford (55) loses the ball against power forward Mike Scott (32), point guard Shelvin Mack (8) and center Pero Antic (6) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) goes to make a basket as Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) defends during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) gets past Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) drives to the net against Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle reacts to a referee call during the first half of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Trail Blazers 103-98. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol (16) and Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) watch as small forward Kenneth Faried (35) takes a shot against small forward Xavier Henry (7) in the second quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum (3) fouls Dallas Mavericks small forward Jae Crowder (9) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Raymond Felton (2) brings the ball up court against the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; The Luvabulls perform during the second half of a game between the Chicago Bulls and the Memphis Grizzlies at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (5) gets off a jump shot against Utah Jazz point guard Alec Burks (10) during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) reacts to being knocked down against the Sacramento Kings at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors assistant coach Jesse Mermuys (right) and guard Greivis Vasquez (21) during a break in the action against the Sacramento Kings at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) is defended by Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) during the second half at the United Center. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Chicago Bulls 85-77. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets shooting guard Wilson Chandler (21) drives to the net against Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Jodie Meeks (20) in the second quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) tries to steal the ball from Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Kenneth Faried (35) guards Los Angeles Lakers power forward Ryan Kelly (4) in the second quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Joe Johnson (7) shoots from the lane over Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) reacts to a call during the first half against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz power forward Marvin Williams (2) during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks power forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz power forward Marvin Williams (2) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) gets to a rebound against Toronto Raptors forward Tyler Hansbrough (50) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) takes a shot in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) shoots over Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Utah Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin reacts during the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) gets off a jump shot against Utah Jazz during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) reacts after a dunk after a pass from small forward Andre Iguodala (9) against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets power forward Mason Plumlee (1) goes to the basket past Boston Celtics small forward Jeff Green (8) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Nikola Pekovic (14) drives to the basket past Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) in the first quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jose Barea (11) drives to the basket past Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum (12) in the first quarter at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith (8) drives to the basket during the first half against Utah Jazz shooting guard Gordon Hayward (20) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jim O'Connor-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) reacts to a foul call during the first quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks power forward Paul Millsap (4) scores a three point basket against Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) guars Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) battles with Toronto Raptors forward Tyler Hansbrough (50) and forward Patrick Patterson (54) for a rebound during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) battles with Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (16) and forward Quincy Acy (5) for the ball during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Tyler Hansbrough (50) tries to get a shot off as Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) and forward Derrick Williams (13) defend during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) goes to the basket between Boston Celtics power forward Brandon Bass (30) and center Kris Humphries (43) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Atlanta Hawks small forward DeMarre Carroll (5) loses the ball against Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut (12) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket past Portland Trail Blazers power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets shooting guard Evan Fournier (94) breaks through the defense of Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar (1) and center Robert Sacre (50) in the second quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw watches in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni reacts in the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls shooting guard Tony Snell (20) and Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) go for the ball during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Tony Allen (9) is defended by Chicago Bulls center Nazr Mohammed (48) during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors power forward David Lee (10) high fives point guard Stephen Curry (30) before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) is defended by Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Jon Leuer (30) is defended by Chicago Bulls center Nazr Mohammed (48) during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) and guard-forward John Salmons (25) defend against Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Quincy Acy (5) defends against Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Patrick Patterson (54) protects the ball against Sacramento Kings forward Quincy Acy (5) and guard Orlando Johnson (0) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Dante Cunningham (33) takes a shot in the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Target Center. The Wolves defeated the Pistons 114-101. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) comes down with a Toronto Raptors rebound and collides with Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) goes up to make a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard O.J. Mayo (00) looks at a video replay before being ejected due to a flagrant foul against New Orleans Pelicans center Greg Stiemsma (not pictured) during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Jeff Adrien (12) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Anthony Morrow (3) during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) carries the ball past Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) carries the ball as Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) defends during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) drives past Milwaukee Bucks power forward Jeff Adrien (12) during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) carries the ball past Sacramento Kings guard Orlando Johnson (0) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) controls the ball against Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) and guard Kyle Lowry (7) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufos (41) shoots over Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) dunks over Milwaukee Bucks center Miroslav Raduljica (9) during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Nick Calathes (12) is guarded by Chicago Bulls point guard D.J. Augustin (14) during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets center JaVale McGee (34) wears Google Glass while watching in the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) dunks the ball against Los Angeles Lakers point guard Kendall Marshall (12) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) carries the ball against the Sacramento Kings at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets small forward Kenneth Faried (35) dunks the ball against Los Angeles Lakers small forward Wesley Johnson (11) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) keeps the ball away from Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets dancers perform in the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 134-126. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) is defended by Chicago Bulls power forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward-center Amir Johnson (15) hangs off the net after making a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) and Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy (34) go for the ball during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley (11) is defended by Chicago Bulls shooting guard Kirk Hinrich (12) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies small forward Tayshaun Prince (21) and Chicago Bulls small forward Mike Dunleavy (34) go for the ball during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Wesley Johnson (11) defends against Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) goes up to make a basket as guard Kyle Lowry (7) and Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Thomas (22) look on during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) goes up to make a basket against the Sacramento Kings at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Zach Randolph (50) is defended by Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (17) goes up to make a basket against Sacramento Kings forward-center Jason Thompson (34) and center DeMarcus Cousins (15) during the first half at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Los Angeles Lakers small forward Nick Young (0) guards Denver Nuggets point guard Ty Lawson (3) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Courtney Lee (5) is defended by Chicago Bulls shooting guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the first quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Brian Roberts (22) shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) embraces Toronto Raptors guard Terrence Ross (31) before the game at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Sacramento 99-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) and Milwaukee Bucks center John Henson (31) scramble for a loose ball during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach David Joerger coaches against the Chicago Bulls during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Tony Allen (9) and Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson (22) go for the ball during the first half at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau coaches against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; A general view of the Pepsi Center before the start of the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

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