Harrison Wind: There’s a chance Will Barton plays tonight, Michael Malone says pregame. Malone didn’t want to go as far as to say he’s ‘probable’ but it seems like Barton is moving in that direction.
Harrison Wind: Nuggets update on Will Barton, who’s six weeks removed from surgery: “Will Barton continues to progress through his rehabilitation program following his right hip and core muscle surgery. He will be evaluated on a week to week basis going forward.”
Barton was immediately taken back to the locker room for X-rays, which came back negative. He tried to walk by himself but ultimately had to be helped back. He’s day to day. “It’s just sore, a bad sprain, a real bad sprain,” Barton said. “My foot stepped on one of the big guys’ feet from Toronto and just turned as soon as I touched it.”
Scott Agness: Pacers lacking firepower, but especially defense — yielding 124+ points for the 4th time in six games. Mavs win 124-112 getting a triple-double from Luka (13-12-12). Brogdon scored 26, Sabonis had 25/10. Lamb scored 10 in his season debut. Up next: v Magic Friday.