“I think Russ and James shot 31 between the two and our team only shot 25,” Smart said after he had calmed down some. “That’s a big discrepancy.”
January 19, 2021 | 6:21 pm EST Update
Jusuf Nurkic out at least six weeks

Portland center Jusuf Nurkic underwent surgery today to repair a fracture in his right wrist, it was announced by Trail Blazers president of basketball operations Neil Olshey.
Nurkic will wear a splint for four weeks and be re-evaluated in six weeks. His status will be updated accordingly.

Cody Taylor: The Timberwolves announced that Juancho Hernangómez, Ricky Rubio and Karl-Anthony Towns are all out tomorrow vs. the Magic due to health and safety protocols.

Brian Robb: Rob Williams and Tacko Fall will be back available for the Celtics on Wednesday night against Sixers. C’s will have 14 players available for first time in two weeks.

Gerald Bourguet: Dario Saric, Damian Jones and Jalen Smith remain out for Wednesday’s Suns game due to health and safety protocols. Cam Payne (ankle) is questionable

Chris Kirschner: For tomorrow’s game vs. Detroit: De’Andre Hunter (right knee soreness) is probable. Trae Young (right heel soreness) is probable. Cam Reddish (left knee contusion) is questionable. Dunn, Gallinari, Bogdanovic are out.