December 7: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers puts on his coat as the Knicks lose during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) defends against Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) passes the ball away from New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) battles for a loose ball with New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) tips the ball away from New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers watches the New York Knicks and Portland Trail Blazers basketball game at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith (8) reacts at the end of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) passes the ball between Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) and center Robin Lopez (42) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) drives to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) defends against New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) defends against New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith (8) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) defends against Portland Trail Blazers center Chris Kaman (35)during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) and Portland Trail Blazers center Chris Kaman (35) battle for a rebound during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Iman Shumpert (21) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during second half at Madison Square Garden. The Portland Trail Blazers won 103-99.Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Derek Fisher during first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts during first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) defends against New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) celebrates the win over the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban and forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) watch the Mavericks take on the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) steals the ball from Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant reacts on the bench during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) watches from the bench during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Parsons leads with 28 points. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) passes the ball around Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) tries to keep the ball inbounds as Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) defends during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Jerryd Bayless (19) passes the ball between Dallas Mavericks forward Brandan Wright (34) and guard J.J. Barea (5) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Jae Crowder (9) celebrates making a three point shot against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket against New York Knicks guard Iman Shumpert (21) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) blocks the shot of New Orleans Pelicans guard Austin Rivers (25) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson (33) drives against Los Angeles Lakers forward Carlos Boozer (5) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) dunks the ball during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) celebrates making a jump shot against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) takes a shot over Detroit Pistons forward Josh Smith (6) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson dribbles the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin (17) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Jae Crowder (9) strips the ball from Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and passes to center Tyson Chandler (6) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) grabs a rebound against the New Orleans Pelicans during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (11) shoots over Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin (17) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends against Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) celebrates after a dunk during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy points down court during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons guard D.J. Augustin (14) defended by Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) dunks the ball during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Chris Kaman (35) drives to the basket against New York Knicks center Samuel Dalembert (11) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) battles for a loose ball with New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) passes the ball away from Portland Trail Blazers guard Steve Blake (25) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Larry Sanders (8) blocks a shot by Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) celebrates with teammates during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots over Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and guard Monta Ellis (11) and guard Jameer Nelson (14) and center Tyson Chandler (6) and forward Chandler Parsons (25) celebrate during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons guard D.J. Augustin (14) dribbles the ball during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) takes a shot over Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler (25) during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) and guard J.R. Smith (8) defend against Portland Trail Blazers guard Steve Blake (25) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) defends against Portland Trail Blazers guard Allen Crabbe (23) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) dunks against New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks looks to his left during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) looks for an open man against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) shoots over Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) drives past Oklahoma City Thunder forward Nick Collison (4) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire (1) and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) battle fro a loose ball during first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) gets pumped up after a dunk during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Thunder beat the Pistons 96-94. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (11) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) reacts to a foul call during the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) defends against Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Movie actor Sylvester Stallone in attendance during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) reacts to a foul call during the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) brings the ball up court during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Parsons leads his team with 28 points. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) drives against New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) dunks the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) passes the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) defends during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) defends against Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo watches the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) watches from the bench during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Nowitzki finishes with 21 points. The Mavericks defeated the Bucks 125-102. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (11) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Jason Kidd watches his team take on the Dallas Mavericks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (5) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks guard Kendall Marshall (5) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) defends against Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Wayne Ellington (2) goes up for a rebound against New Orleans Pelicans forward Dante Cunningham (44) and guard Gal Mekel (24) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin (17) drives to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans guard Gal Mekel (24) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Al-Farouq Aminu (7) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Gal Mekel (24) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin (17) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Carlos Boozer (5) holds the ball away from New Orleans Pelicans guard Gal Mekel (24) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin (17) drives against New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson (33) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Shabazz Napier (13) drives to the basket in the closing seconds of the game as Memphis Grizzlies forwards Jarnell Stokes (1) Jon Leuer (30) and guard Courtney Lee (5) defend at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Wayne Ellington (2) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans center Alexis Ajinca (42) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy looks up during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) defended by Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler (25) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies chairman and controlling owner Robert Pera sits court side during the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks looks on during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) shoots over Memphis Grizzlies guard Beno Udrih (19) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley celebrates on the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) dunks the ball in the fourth quarter as Miami Heat forward Josh McRoberts (4) looks on at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jeremy Lin during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies cheerleader performs during a timeout in the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform in special army uniforms as part of the seats for the soldiers promo during the game between the Mavericks and the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) draws a charge on Detroit Pistons guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (5) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forwards Tayshaun Prince (21) and Jon Leuer (30) celebrate after a score by Leuer in the second half against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) points down court during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform in special army uniforms as part of the seats for the soldiers promo during the game between the Mavericks and the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) give a high five to guard Jeremy Lamb (11) during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) reacts to a call to NBA official Joe Crawford (42) after a play against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) makes a dunk on the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and guard Jared Dudley (9) defend against Dallas Mavericks forward Jae Crowder (9) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) and guard Brandon Knight (11) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Tyreke Evans (1) holds the ball away from Los Angeles Lakers guard Ronnie Price (9) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (3) gets a rebound in the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Jae Crowder (9) blocks a shot by Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) steals the ball from Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Joerger talks to NBA official Steven Anderson (76) during the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) drives against Miami Heat guard Mario Chalmers (15) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) drives against Miami Heat guards Mario Chalmers and Dwayne Wade (3) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons (25) makes a three point shot over Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra looks on as NBA official Joe Crawford (17) makes a call during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) defended by Detroit Pistons forward Jonas Jerebko (33) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) dribbles the ball during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Mario Chalmers (15) brings the ball up during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Jonas Jerebko (33) grabs a rebound over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives the ball in between Detroit Pistons forward Cartier Martin (35) and forward Caron Butler (31) during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Devin Harris (20) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks center Larry Sanders (8) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) and center Larry Sanders (8) at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) celebrates after a hitting a three point shot against the Miami Heat during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Ed Davis (21) battles for the ball with New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra reacts to a call by NBA official Joe Crawford (17) during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) drives to the basket as Miami Heat forward Shawne Williams (43) and guard Mario Chalmers (15) defend during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) attempts a shot defended by Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) attempts a shot defended by Miami Heat forward Shawne Williams (43) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Jameer Nelson (14) drives to the basket past Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies cheerleader performs during a timeout in the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Adonis hassle (40) attempts a shot defended by Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Ed Davis (21) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans center Omer Asik (3) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) shoots over Miami Heat forward Adonis Haslem (40) during the second half at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) falls to the court with an apparent leg injury during the first quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Luke Babbitt (8) drives against Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban greets some soldiers as past of the seats for the soldiers promotion during the game between the Mavericks and the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) fires up his teammates before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) defended by Detroit Pistons forward Josh Smith (6) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) takes a shot against Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) takes a shot against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) knocks the ball away from Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) shoots against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson (21) looks for an open man during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson (21) looks for an open man against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Josh McRoberts (4) celebrates after a play in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) drives against Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) drives against Miami Heat forward James Ennis (32) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) backs in against Memphis Grizzlies center Kosta Koufus (41) in the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) drives against Miami Heat forward Josh McRoberts (4) in the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra motions to his team during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Quincy Pondexter (8) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guards Quincy Pondexter (8) Beno Udrih (19) and forward Jon Leuer (30) defend against Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) in the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Quincy Pondexter (8) and forward Jon Leuer (30) defend against Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) in the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies minority owner and entertainer Justin Timberlake watches during the first half against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies minority owner and entertainer Justin Timberlake holds the camera during a timeout in the first half of the game against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) drives past Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Nuggets 96-84. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Quincy Pondexter (8) defends a shot in the first half by Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Courtney Lee (5) attempts a shot in the lane defended by Miami Heat forwards Adonis Haslem (40) and Shawne Williams (43) as guard Shabazz Napier (13) look son in the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Beno Udrih (19) drives against Miami Heat forward James Ennis (32) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Dave Jeerer during the first half against the Miami Heat at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Nuggets 96-84. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat guard Mario Chalmers (15) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Courtney Lee (5) at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Miami 103-87. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Thabo Sefolosha (25) drives past Denver Nuggets forward Darrell Arthur (00) in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Shelvin Mack (8) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives to the basket against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) and Washington Wizards forward Kris Humphries (43) go for a rebound during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) gets a round above Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) attempts a shot against the Miami Heat during the first quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks cheerleader performs against the Denver Nuggets in the third quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics dancers performs during the second quarter of the game between the Boston Celtics and the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Josh McRoberts (4) finishes a dunk during the first quarter as Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and forward Zach Randolph (50) look on at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; A Boston Celtics dancer performs during the second quarter of the game between the Boston Celtics and the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) looks for an opening around Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives past Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) gets his hand caught in the net trying to block a shot by Washington Wizards forward Rasual Butler (8) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Miami Heat forward Josh McRoberts (4) finishes a dunk during the first quarter as Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and forward Zach Randolph (50) look on at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) defends in the first quarter against Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (11) at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and guard Mike Conley (11) celebrate after a play in the first quarter as Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) looks on at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) passes over Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) during the first quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) shoots the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the third quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) dribbles the ball against the Denver Nuggets in the third quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Nuggets 96-84. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens reacts during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman looks on during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) smiles after being pushed out of a Washington Wizards huddle during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) gets pushed out of the Washington Wizards huddle during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) hangs his head during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman yells from the sidelines during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward DeMarre Carroll (5) shoots the ball past Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Nuggets 96-84. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) is about to strip the ball away from Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) reacts to a call during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; With the Washington Wizards bench looking on, Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) tries to get around Washington Wizards forward Kris Humphries (43) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards forward Rasual Butler (8) tries to get to the basket past Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Ty Lawson (3) passes the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) (left), Washington Wizards forward Kris Humphries (43), Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) and Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) all go for a loose ball during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) reacts against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kent Bazemore (24) reaches for a loose ball against the Denver Nuggets in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) passes the ball past Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) tries to keep the ball away from Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) and Washington Wizards forward Rasual Butler (8) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) reacts against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) is defended by Denver Nuggets forward Alonzo Gee (1) in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) grabs a rebound against the Denver Nuggets in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Arron Afflalo (10) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari (8) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) throws up a shot as Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) looks on during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Thornton (4) throws up a shot as Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) looks on during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) goes to the basket past Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) blocks a shot by Washington Wizards center Kevin Seraphin (13) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 101-93 win over the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw coaches against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Darrell Arthur (00) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris (14) drives to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks cheerleader performs against the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer coaches against the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center J.J. Hickson (7) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets center Timofey Mozgov (25) attempts a dunk against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) defends Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) defends Denver Nuggets guard Arron Afflalo (10) in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Wilson Chandler (21) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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