January 7: Best pictures of the night in the NBA

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By The Lighter Side | January 8, 2015

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) attempts a shot while defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (27) and forward Ed Davis (21) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Goran Dragic (1) drives to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Thaddeus Young (33) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns defeat the Timberwolves 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) drives to the basket around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Ed Davis (21) dunks against Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) drives to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Chase Budinger (10) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mo Williams (25) reacts to a foul by Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) smiles during a break in the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Flip Saunders watches as his team loses the lead against the Phoenix Suns in the fourth quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Mason Plumlee (1) is fouled by Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) defends against Brooklyn Nets guard Darius Morris (14) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) blocks the shot of Brooklyn Nets center Mason Plumlee (1) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass (30) defends against Brooklyn Nets center Mason Plumlee (1) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass (30) blocks the shot of Brooklyn Nets center Mason Plumlee (1) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Goran Dragic (1) shoots a layup against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) shoots the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets head coach Lionel Hollins during second half against the Boston Celtics at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard K.J. McDaniels (14) goes up to block the shot of Milwaukee Bucks center Zaza Pachulia (27) at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) greets fans after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 96-86 at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) greets fans after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 96-86 at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) reacts after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 96-86 at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) is interviewed after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 96-86 at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mo Williams (25) dribbles around Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) in the third quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Harry the Hawk, mascot for Atlanta Hawks waves a flag on the court following the Hawks' 96-86 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) celebrates making a three-point basket against the Memphis Grizzlies during 4th quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Kyle Korver reacts during 3rd quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy and the Pistons celebrate the win over the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) dribbles around Brooklyn Nets center Mason Plumlee (1) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) defends Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) heads to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter sits on the bench with his foot wrapped up during 3rd quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detail photograph of tattoos on the arm of Atlanta Hawks forward Pero Antic (6) during 3rd quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) heads to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) and forward Tayshaun Prince (21) defend Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach David Joerger during 3rd quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) tries to pass the ball away from Los Angeles Clippers forward Ekpe Udoh (13) and guard C.J. Wilcox (30) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Jonas Jerebko (33) passes guard Jodie Meeks (20) his shoe during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Beno Udrih (19) drives to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks cheerleaders during a timeout against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Garnett (2) takes a rebound away from Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Thornton (4) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Mirza Teletovic (33) and center Mason Plumlee (1) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) defends Atlanta Hawks forward Mike Scott (32) during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Garnett (2) and guard Jarrett Jack (0) react after scoring against the Boston Celtics during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) following the game against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; A general view of signs after the game against the Orlando Magic at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Bojan Bogdanovic (44) and center Mason Plumlee (1) defend against Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Thornton (4) dribbles away from Brooklyn Nets forward Mirza Teletovic (33) and Nets guard Alan Anderson (6) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (5) following the game against the Orlando Magic at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Johnny O'Bryant III (3) goes for a shot past the block attempt of Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) and center Henry Sims (35) at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer (30) reacts after losing the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the 4th quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; The Dallas Mavericks dancers perform during the second half of the game between the Mavericks and the Detroit Pistons at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Ray McCallum (3) goes up against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ish Smith (8) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings mascot Slamson reads "How to Scare a Lion" on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) celebrates after scoring the winning basket during the second half of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) and guard Thabo Sefolosha (25) defend Memphis Grizzlies forward Tayshaun Prince (21) during the 4th quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Ben McLemore (23) steals the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jeremy Lamb (11) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) gets hugs from his teammates after he scores the winning basket during the second half of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots the winning shot in the closing seconds of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Brian Shaw reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons guard D.J. Augustin (14) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Greg Smith (4) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Augustin scores 26 points off bench. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons guard D.J. Augustin (14) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and forward Greg Smith (4) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Augustin scores 26 points off bench. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Joe Johnson (7) fouls Boston Celtics forward Jeff Green (8) during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Greg Smith (4) defends against Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward JaKarr Sampson (9) shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard K.J. McDaniels (14) and Milwaukee Bucks guard O.J. Mayo (00) battle for a loose ball during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) dunks the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer during the 3rd quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Darius Morris (14) defends against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks guard Langston Galloway (2) looks to pass as Washington Wizards forward Drew Gooden (90) defends during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) guards Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (5) in the fourth quarter at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jason Terry (31) attempts a steal against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) drives to the basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Alan Anderson (6) and guard Jarrett Jack (0) defend against Boston Celtics center Tyler Zeller (44) during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) gets a rebound from New Orleans Pelicans guard forward Tyreke Evans (1) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Tyreke Evans (1) shoots as he is defended by Charlotte Hornets guard Gerald Henderson (9) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives to the basket but is fouled by Charlotte Hornets forward center Bismack Biyombo (8) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Tyreke Evans (1) drives through the Charlotte Hornets defense of forward center Bismack Biyombo (8) and forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Courtney Lee (5) and guard Nick Calathes (12) argue a call from the bench during the 3rd quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) grabs a rebound in front of Dallas Mavericks forward Greg Smith (4) and guard Devin Harris (20) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; A Wizards girl preforms during the fourth quarter of the game between the New York Knicks and Washington Wizards at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (0) grabs a rebound against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Adreian Payne (33) dunks against the Atlanta Hawks during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA;Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) handles the ball as he is defended by Washington Wizards forward Rasual Butler (8) during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) reacts after being called for an offensive foul against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) shoots over Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez (11) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Courtney Lee (5) defends Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the 3rd quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) rests on the bench during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) speaks forward Rasual Butler (8) during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Gorgui Dieng (5) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza (1) shoots against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez (11) defends against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Thornton (4) during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale talks with guard Jason Terry (31) against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) celebrates after after making a three point shot during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) fights for the rebound with Dallas Mavericks center Tyson Chandler (6) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jason Terry (31) drives around Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) passes the ball to forward Pero Antic (6) for an assist during 3rd quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) heads to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) in a time out during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) blocks New York Knicks center Jason Smith (14) shot during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) drives to the basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Monroe leads his team with 27 points. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Ryan Kelly (4) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers guard Wayne Ellington (2) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson (33) drives to the basket as he is defended by Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Zeller (40) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) holds his shoulder after being fouled by the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) fouls Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) drives in against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tony Wroten (8) goes for a shot against the Milwaukee Bucks at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Bennett (24) shoots the ball over Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) goes for a shot between Milwaukee Bucks guard Jerryd Bayless (19) and center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) drives past Charloyye Hornets forward Jason Maxiell (54) during the second half of the game at Time Warner Cable Arena. Hornets win 98-94. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) dribbles into Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine (8) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) maintains possession of the basketball against Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) in the first quarter at Target Center. The Suns win 113-111. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) works for position against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Bennett (24) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) passes the ball over Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Thabo Sefolosha (25) defends Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Utah Jazz guard Elijah Millsap (13) fouls Chicago Bulls forward Taj Gibson (22) during the second half at the United Center. The Utah Jazz defeat the Chicago Bulls 97-77. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Jerryd Bayless (19) drives past Philadelphia 76ers forward Robert Covington (33) during the second half at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jacque Vaughn reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) defends Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) during 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) drives to the net against the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) compete for the loose ball during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) shoots over Atlanta Hawks guard Kyle Korver (26) during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) shoots over Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Rajon Rondo (9) defends against Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez (11) during second half at Barclays Center. The Boston Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 89-81. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) reacts to making a shot against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Nowitzki leads his team with 19 points. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) during the 3rd quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Alan Anderson (6) and Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) battle for position during first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) goes up for the basket ahead of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9) during the fourth quarter at Sleep Train Arena. The Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-83. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Aaron Brooks (0) tips the ball away from Utah Jazz guard Trey Burke (3) during the second half at the United Center. The Utah Jazz defeat the Chicago Bulls 97-77. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Orlando Magic guard Luke Ridnour (13) watches as center Nikola Vucevic (9) fouls Denver Nuggets guard Nate Robinson (5) in the fourth quarter at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks forward Travis Wear (6) collides with Washington Wizards forward Martell Webster (9) as he shoots during the fourth quarter at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) passes the ball away from Los Angeles Lakers center Jordan Hill (left) during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Greg Monroe (10) looks to pass against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Monroe leads his team with 27 points. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) dunks against the Los Angeles Lakers during the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers cheerleader performs during the second half of a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Wells Fargo Center. The Bucks defeated the 76ers 97-87. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves center Gorgui Dieng (5) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) goes to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) defends Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the 3rd quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 96-86. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) pulls down a rebound against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the fourth quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets won 105-93. Mandatory Credit: Ron Schwane-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; New York Knicks head coach Derek Fisher reacts to a call during the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards defeated New York Knicks 101-91. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Andrew Wiggins (22) shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

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