December 31: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) walks off the court after fouling out against the Oklahoma City Thunder in overtime at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) dives for a loose ball against Phoenix Suns guard Goran Dragic (1) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) congratulates Oklahoma City Thunder guard Anthony Morrow (2) after hitting a 3 point shot against the Phoenix Suns at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during overtime at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Wanda Pratt the mother of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) is seen during a break in action against the Phoenix Suns at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) during the third quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) reacts after being called for a foul against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) congratulates Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ish Smith (8) after a play against the Phoenix Suns during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks reacts to a play in action against the Phoenix Suns at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ish Smith (8) dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) and guard Anthony Morrow (2) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts to a play in action against the Phoenix Suns during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) handles the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) hugs Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) after a play against the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a play against the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) is fouled on a shot attempt by Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) holds Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) back after an altercation with the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives around Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) dunks against Cleveland Cavaliers forward James Jones (1) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams (12) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) is grabbed by Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jeff Hornacek reacts to a call in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) talks to Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) passes the ball to Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) while being guarded by Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) and Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center John Henson (31) grabs a rebound against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Joe Harris (12) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center John Henson (31) blocks a shot by Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters (3) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Reggie Jackson (15) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters (3) drives on Milwaukee Bucks guard Jared Dudley (9) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) battle for a rebound during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) drives on Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters (3) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) handles the ball against Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) and Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard A.J. Price (21) drives on Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks guard Jared Dudley (9) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili (20) shoots the ball past New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) takes a rebound away from Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters (3) goes up for a shot against Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters (3) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22)during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) is interviewed after a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. The Rockets defeated the Hornets 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) after a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. The Rockets defeated the Hornets 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Jason Kidd directs his team against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mike Miller (18) shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Milwaukee won 96-80. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) reacts after a 3 point shot against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) reacts after tying the game to force overtime during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts after a play against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) is fouled on a shot attempt by Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) attempts a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) attempts a shot against Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) and guard Eric Bledsoe (2) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) takes the floor prior to action against the Phoenix Suns at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) watches from the bench during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 95-93 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) drives on Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) passes against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) shoots the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) get his shot blocked by Cleveland Cavaliers center Brendan Haywood (33) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) shoots the ball over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Ryan Anderson (33) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 95-93 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Brandon Knight (11) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) battles Cleveland Cavaliers center Brendan Haywood (33) for a rebound during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Marco Belinelli (3) shoots the ball past New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1, L) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Kendall Marshall (5) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots the ball during the third quarter as Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) passes against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mike Miller (18) during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 95-93 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) attempts to steal the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) controls the ball during the third quarter as Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) in street clothes on the bench during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) shoots the ball as New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) attempts to drive the ball past Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili (20) shoots the ball as New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Austin Rivers (25, R) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Bismack Biyombo (8) shoots the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) brings the ball up the court during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks guard Jared Dudley (9), center John Henson (31) and guard Brandon Knight (11) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Lou Amundson (89) shoots against Milwaukee Bucks guard Jared Dudley (9) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) dives for a loose ball against Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Joe Harris (12) passes against Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21, R) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Cory Joseph (5) shoots the ball as New Orleans Pelicans center Omer Asik (3) defends during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 95-93 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs power forward Matt Bonner (15) shoots the ball over New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) during the second half at AT&T Center. The Spurs won 95-93 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach David Blatt against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) drives around Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Brendan Haywood (33) battles Milwaukee Bucks guard Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) for a rebound during the first quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) controls the ball during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) drives to the basket during the second quarter as Charlotte Hornets forward Jason Maxiell (54) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) talks with head coach Kevin McHale during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Marvin Williams (2) reacts during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) dunks the ball during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reacts after making a basket during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich reacts to a call during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) drives the ball to the basket during the second quarter as Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Patty Mills (8) attempts to steal the ball from New Orleans Pelicans center Omer Asik (3) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) loses control of the ball during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) brings the ball up the court during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich talks to San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. The Rockets defeated the Hornets 102-83. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; A San Antonio Spurs cheerleader dances during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas (20) battle for a loose ball during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Omer Asik (3) is fouled while shooting by San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili (20, L) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) attempts to steal the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Gary Neal (12) during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza (1) steals the ball during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) battle for a rebound with San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) and Boris Diaw (33) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) defends during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Austin Rivers (25) shoots the ball past San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Kyle Anderson (1, L) and power forward Tim Duncan (21, R) defend during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Kyle Anderson (1) shoots the ball againt the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) and point guard Cory Joseph (5) defend during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Donatas Motiejunas (20) drives to the basket during the first quarter as Charlotte Hornets forward Marvin Williams (2) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) dunks the ball during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) drives to the basket during the first quarter as Charlotte Hornets forward Jason Maxiell (54) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) attempts to score during the first quarter as Charlotte Hornets forward Jason Maxiell (54) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) attempts to score during the first quarter as Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Corey Brewer (33) attempts to steal the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) reacts after making a basket during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) talks with NBA referee Matt Boland (right) during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) attempts to score during the first quarter as Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller (40) defends at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) warms up prior to action against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Cory Joseph (5) dives for a loose ball against New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday (11) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) warms up prior to action against the Phoenix Suns at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans power forward Anthony Davis (23) and San Antonio Spurs power forward Tim Duncan (21) battle for a rebound during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans head coach Monty Williams watches from the sideline against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) dribbles the ball around Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; New Orleans Pelicans small forward Tyreke Evans (1) shoots the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) defends during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets cheerleaders perform before a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) before a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) before a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (3) drives to the basket against Miami Heat forward Luol Deng (9) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers mascot Boomer is raised to the ceiling as he carries a banner that says "Beat the Heat" during a game against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) reacts after shooting a shot off the side of the backboard in a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) warms up before a game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Gary Neal (12) before a game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers dance crew performs in the second half of the game against the New York Knicks at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert (55) attempts to save a ball from going out of bounds in a game against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) and forward Travis Wear (6) on the bench in the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Spencer Hawes (10) guards New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith (8) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Watson (32) makes a pass against Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers pacemate performs a dance routine during a game against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Luis Scola (4) dunks against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks guard Shane Larkin (0) guards Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra coaches on the sidelines against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks forward Quincy Acy (4) guards Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) in the second half of the game against the New York Knicks at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) guards Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers pacemate performs a dance routine during a game against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Chris Copeland (22) drives to the basket against Miami Heat forward Danny Granger (22) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; A Rochester Royals patch is seen on the shorts of a Sacramento Kings player during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Tyrone Corbin talks with the referee during the first half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) talks with the referee after he was called for a foul during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) smiles after making a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) high fives Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) as Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) holds the ball after a Boston basket during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32), guard J.J. Redick (4) and forward Spencer Hawes (10) during a time out in the second half of the game against the New York Knicks at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) takes a shot against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Chris Copeland (22) takes a shot against Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (21) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) guards Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) watches as the Indiana Pacers shoot a free throw at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) posts up against Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) and Los Angeles Clippers forward Spencer Hawes (10) battle under the basket in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George stands on the floor during a time out in a game against the Miami Heat at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half of the game against the New York Knicks at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks guard Shane Larkin (0) guards Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Chris Copeland (22) talks to Miami Heat forward Danny Granger (22) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) shoots over Sacramento Kings forward Carl Landry (24) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) shoots over New York Knicks guard Shane Larkin (0) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) tries to get past Sacramento Kings center Ryan Hollins (5) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) untucks his shirt as he heads to the locker room after being ejected from the game after receiving his second technical foul during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Tyrone Corbin, wearing a cast on his left leg, heads to his seat during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Darren Collison (7) reaches out to save a ball going out of bounds during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) looses the ball as Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (23) looks on during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) poses in front of the Sacramento Kings bench and Sacramento Kings guard Darren Collison (7) after making a three point basket during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) and New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) reach for a loose ball in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) and New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) chase down a loose ball in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) guards New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Solomon Hill (44) is fouled by Miami Heat guard Mario Chalmers (15) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) guards New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) guards New York Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni (9) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat center Chris Andersen (11) runs up the floor in a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat forward Luol Deng (9) is guarded by Indiana Pacers guard Rodney Stuckey (2) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (3) takes a shot against Miami Heat guard Dwayne Wade (3) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks head coach Derek Fisher in the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) and New York Knicks center Cole Aldrich (45) go for a rebound in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) shoots over New York Knicks center Cole Aldrich (45) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat forward Luol Deng (9) is guarded by Indiana Pacers guard Rodney Stuckey (2) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) guards New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) in the second half of the game at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jared Sullinger (7) gets a hand in the face during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; A Boston Celtics dancer performs during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) brings the ball up the court past Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Knicks center Cole Aldrich (45) grabs a rebound in the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Clippers won 99-78. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Referee Tony Brown (6) and Boston Celtics guard Jameer Nelson (28) try to separate Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) and Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (right) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Both players received a technical foul on the play. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Miami Heat center Chris Andersen (11) stands along the free throw lane in a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Miami 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) looks to get around Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41), Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass (30), Boston Celtics guard Jameer Nelson (28) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) heads to the bench during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) shoots over Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass (30) goes in for a dunk as Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (23) and Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) look on during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) goes to the basket past Sacramento Kings forward Reggie Evans (30) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) and Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) go for a rebound during the second half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) dunks over Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Carl Landry (24) tries to get a shot past Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Darren Collison (7) goes to the basket during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) shoots over Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) goes to the basket past Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 106-84 win over the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) guards New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) guards New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Movie actress Penny Marshall watches the game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the New York Knicks at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) and New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) exchange words in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Barnes was given a personal and technical foul. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) guards New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) and New York Knicks center Andrea Bargnani (77) exchange words in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Barnes was given a personal and technical foul. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 31, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (6) and New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) go for a rebound in the second quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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