Following an emotional overtime lo s to the Saturday night, in which a no-call foul at the end of regulation with the officials, the team that and would sit out of Monday's game against the . The Lakers said Davis will be out with a right foot stre s injury, while James will sit with 'significant' left ankle sorene s, per Darvin Ham. The Nets matchup is the first game of a back-to-back for the Lakers, Patrick Williams Jersey which concludes with a primetime matchup against the on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden.This shouldn't be viewed as anything other than a rest day for both stars after a hard-fought matchup against the Celtics over the weekend. James logged 44 Denzel Valentine Jersey minutes Saturday night, dropping 41 points, nine rebounds, and eight a sists. Davis, who came off the bench while still working his way back from a 20-game absence, played 33 minutes against Boston. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign Thaddeus Young Jersey up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. Aside from the disappointing fact that James and Davis will be out against the Nets from just an entertainment standpoint, LeBron Kris Dunn Jersey sitting out could also push the goal line a little bit further in his chase of pa sing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time scoring record. James is just 117 points away from becoming the league's all-time leading scorer, and Derrick Rose Jersey right now he's on track to , at least according to my CBS Sports colleague Sam Quinn's prediction. It would be a fitting scenario for James to pa s Abdul-Jabbar's record against the team that drafted Kareem back in 1969. For it to come against one of the league's top teams, during a nationally televised contest would just be icing on the cake. Click here Click here Click here

big man is likely to Tracy McGrady Jersey mi s the postseason, according to . Adams has been out since January with an injury to his right knee. He was initially expected to mi s only five weeks, but even after receiving a stem cell injection, he seemingly is not ready to make his return to the court.His absence poses a number of strategic problems for the Grizzlies. Their offense is very reliant on offensive rebounding to generate points, and Adams is among the best offensive rebounders in the . Additionally, key reserve is also out for the postseason after injuring his Achilles tendon earlier Dewan Hernandez Jersey in the season. This leaves the Grizzlies precariously thin up front. has filled in admirably for Adams recently, but depth and versatility matter quite a bit in the playoffs, and now, the Grizzlies won't really have it.This is especially important considering weakne s for fouling. If he gets into foul trouble, Memphis simply lacks the depth in its frontcourt to compensate with reserves now. This is going to be problematic if the current standings hold and the Grizzlies draw the in the first round. The Lakers lead the NBA in Vince Carter Jersey free throw attempts while committing the fewest fouls in the league themselves, so not only could the Lakers get Jackson off of the floor, but they could also draw enormous free-throw disparities in that series. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get Jalen Harris Jersey a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. The Grizzlies have dealt with lo ses all year. Jackson started the year Matt Thomas Jersey injured. mi sed time due to personal i sues recently. They lost and in the offseason. Adams hasn't played in months. Yet they're exactly where they were in the standings a year ago: seeded No. 2. Memphis is resilient. If any team can overcome these injuries, it's them. Click here Click here Click here

Despite being in just his third year, is one of the most confident players in the league. That quality typically shines through in off-court interviews and on the offensive end, but on Monday night, his belief in his defense helped save the game for Freddie Gillespie Jersey the in their 124-121 win over the .For most of the night, the Timberwolves were sailing along smoothly. They jumped out to an early double-digit lead in the first quarter and pushed their advantage to 26 points late in the third. In the fourth quarter, though, took over and poured in 26 points by himself in the frame. With 14.9 seconds remaining, the Mavs had the ball and were down three with a chance to tie.At that point, the Wolves had the decision to make. Would they play it out or foul to Dwight Powell Jersey send the Mavs to the line and prevent a potential game-tying shot? They decided on the former and devised a stunning defensive po se sion to secure the win.The work started before the ball was even inbounded, as moved off his spot and forced a tough pa s -- one he was able to deflect into the backcourt. Though Doncic recovered the ball, it cost the Mavericks precious time and foreshadowed how the rest of the po se sion would go. Three times in a row, the Mavericks tried and failed to create space for a 3-pointer, but each time they were smothered. Maxi Kleber Jersey First, Edwards on Irving, then McDaniels on Doncic, then a combination of the two on Irving. The Mavericks never got a shot off, and Irving eventually turned it over. As it turned out, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch had asked the team if they wanted to foul; Edwards wouldn't have it."Man, they got hot at the end of the game," Edwards . "We had to try and calm them down. Me and Jaden, coach asked did we want to foul. I said, 'Man, let's get a stop'. This what me and Jaden out here for; we out here to get a stop. So put us on the best two players and see what we do."This has been a frustrating season for the Wolves, at least relative to expectations. But after Monday's win, they are now 15-8 since Jan. James Johnson Jersey 1, thanks largely to a defense that ranks 10th in the league in that span at 113.4 points allowed per 100 po se sions. For the season, they're now 31-29, which puts them in eighth place in the crowded Western Conference -- at once one game behind fourth but just two games ahead of 12th. If they want to continue pushing for a top-six spot, they'll need a more defensive effort like Edwards and McDaniels showed on the final po se sion on Monday, when their tenacity was too DeAndre Jordan Jersey much for the Mavericks' new star duo. Click here Click here Click here

THE AND THE From near-disaster to domination. From "injured star" to "thriving MVP." After nearly blowing a 16-point lead to the in Game 4, the 76ers broke away for and are nowone game away from their first conference finals since 2001. had 33 points, seven rebounds and four blocks, and had 17 points, 10 a sists and eight rebounds.But was the biggest difference Evan Fournier Jersey with 30 points and seven rebounds, by far his best game of the series. Maxey scored 12 points in the fourth quarter alone; he had zero fourth-quarter points in the previous three games.It was Philadelphia's largest postseason win in Boston since 1982.It wasn't just that the Big Three was great. So, too, were (16 points, 11 rebounds) and Danuel House (10 points, five rebounds). The defense played well, too, though Boston's ice-cold shooting certainly helped -- more on that later. The visitors had a 49-36 rebounding advantage and a 15-5 advantage in points off turnovers. Add in the shot-making and balance, and you get a stunning, spectacular win.Out in Denver, ownerMat Ishbiabefore the game, putting behind them. Then Jokic and his Nuggets teammates shredded Ishbia's team, . Jokic posted 29 points, 13 rebounds Terrence Ross Jersey and 12 a sists for his 10th career playoff triple double, pa sing Wilt Chamberlain for most ever by a center. was magnificent with 25 points off the bench.But the biggest story might be rediscovering his jumper. After going 4-13 in Game 4, Porter went 7-11, including 5-8 from deep, and finished with 19 points. He delivered exactly what Denver needs from him, .When the Denver offense is firing on all cylinders, it is a whirling dervish of delights. Jokic, Brown, and all can initiate, and Porter can be a lethal shooter. There are cuts and fakes and pa ses and screens that make your head spin. The Suns are probably still dizzy.Honorable mentionsTuesday's winners: the Hurricanes and Stars.Royals lefty Ryan Yarbrough after taking a line drive to the head.After winning the draft lottery, the Blackhawks .J.J. Watt .DJ Rodman -- son of Dennis Rodman -- USC.THE BOSTON CELTICS AND THE PHOENIX SUNSThere are many ways to describe what we saw from the Celtics in Game 5, None of them are pleasant. I think the one I'll go with is dud.In their biggest game so far this season, with a chance to reclaim control of the series in front of a raucous TD Garden crowd, the Celtics put up an absolute dud, to the point that the once-crazed crowd resorted first to boos and then to an early exit. Now, the Celtics themselves are barreling towards exiting the playoffs. How bad was it? :Maloney: and have too often been good-but-not-great, and in the playoffs, you need greatne s from your stars.But we can't let the supporting cast off the hook, either. The other three starters -- , and -- went 4-20 from the field. The Celtics lost Game 1 when Embiid didn't play and Game 4 when they Al-Farouq Aminu Jersey . Those were true mi sed chances. In Game 5, they didn't even give themselves a chanceTo be fair, in the other Game 5, the Suns didn't really give themselves a chance, either.The Suns' largest lead was one point, and they held that lead for all of 14 seconds. With and merely very good instead of otherworldly good, an inconsistent supporting cast struggling and , the Suns offense plummeted. The good news is Paul could be back for Game 6, and the Suns have won both of their home games this series. The bad news is the Suns lost Games 1 and 2 when Paul played, and there's no longer any margin for error. A group hastily constructed to be a superteam, the Suns haven't been anything close to that this series.Not so honorable mentionsGabriel Landeskog(knee).One leg down, one to go, and there will be everything to play for next week in England after in Spain.City looked the better side early on, but it was Madrid which tallied first on a thunderous hit from Vinicius Junior in the 36th minute.Madrid did a wonderful job limiting Michael Carter-Williams Jersey the Citizens' attack for most of the night, but Kevin De Bruyneleveled things with a laser in the 67th minute.Madrid bo s Carlo Ancelotti insisted the goal shouldn't have counted. Both sides had plenty of chances, but Madrid's Thibaut Courtois and City's Ederson(especially late) made big saves, and both keepers earned strong marks in .In a game featuring overwhelming attacking talent, , writes our James Benge. Benge: The second semifinal with AC Milan hosting Inter in the latest chapter in an incredible rivalry. Our Francesco Porzio , and it's no surprise that their meeting in this setting -- the Champions League semifinal -- 20 years ago is No. 1.Francesco also put together , and AC Milan superstar Dominique Wilkins Jersey Rafael Leao is in the hypothetical squad.But will Leao even be available today?Here's what else to know:Hall-of-Fame basketball coach Denny Crum, who led Louisville to a pair of national titles, . Crum led the Cardinals to championships in 1980 and 1986, the program's only two officially recognized titles. Crum's 1980 team -- the "Doctors of Dunk" -- featured "Dr. Dunkenstein," Darrell Griffith. In 1986, it was another great nickname, "Never Nervous" Pervis Ellison, leading the way alongside Billy Thompson and Milt WagnerCrum coached 30 seasons at Louisville, ama sing a 675-295 record (.696 win pct) and making 23 NCAA Tournaments and six Final Fours.He entered the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1994.Crum -- who played underJohn Woodenat UCLA-- , though, notes our Matt Norlander.Norlander: AC Milan vs. Inter, 3 p.m. on CBS and Maple Leafs at Panthers, 7 p.m. on ESPN at , 7:30 p.m. on TNT Golden Knights at Oilers, 10 p.m. on ESPN at , 10 p.m. om TNT Click here Click here Click here

Who's PlayingCleveland @ MemphisCurrent Records: Cleveland 28-17; Memphis 30-13What to KnowThe Memphis Grizzlies will stay at home another game and welcome the Cleveland Cavaliers at 8 p.m. ET Jan. 18 at FedExForum. Averaging 128.42857142857142857142857143 points in their past seven games, the Grizzlies' high-powered offense has been in full-swing lately, so Cleveland better be ready Glen Rice Jersey for a challenge. Memphis' game against the Phoenix Suns on Monday was close at halftime, but Memphis turned on the heat in the second half with 68 points. Memphis made easy work of Phoenix and carried off a 136-106 win. The contest was all but wrapped up at the end of the third, by which point Memphis had established a 107-88 advantage. It was another big night for their shooting guard , who had 28 points and six a sists. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Pelicans typically have all the answers at home, but on Paul Eboua Jersey Monday the Cavaliers proved too difficult a challenge. Cleveland walked away with a 113-103 victory. They can attribute much of their succe s to center , who posted a double-double on 24 points and 11 rebounds along with five a sists. Memphis is the favorite in this one, with an expected 7- Avery Bradley Jersey point margin of victory. They might be worth taking a chance on against the spread as they are currently on a two-game streak of ATS wins. Memphis is now 30-13 while Cleveland sits at 28-17. A pair of defensive numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: The Grizzlies have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 44.30%, which places them first in the league. As for the Cavaliers, they enter the matchup with only 106.9 points allowed per game on average, which is the best in the league. Andre Iguodala Jersey How To WatchWhen:Wednesday at 8 p.m. ETWhere:FedExForum--Memphis,Tenne seeTV:Bally Sports - OhioOnline streaming: (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)Follow:Ticket Cost:$9.00OddsThe Grizzlies are a solid 7-point favorite against the Cavaliers, according to the latest .The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Grizzlies as a 6.5-point favorite. Series HistoryMemphis and Cleveland both have seven wins in their last 14 games.Jan 04, 2022 - Memphis 110 vs. Cleveland 106Oct 20, 2021 - Memphis 132 vs. Cleveland 121Jan 11 Kendrick Nunn Jersey , 2021 - Memphis 101 vs. Cleveland 91Jan 07, 2021 - Cleveland 94 vs. Memphis 90Jan 17, 2020 - Memphis 113 vs. Cleveland 109Dec 20, 2019 - Cleveland 114 vs. Memphis 107Feb 23, 2019 - Cleveland 112 vs. Memphis 107Dec 26, 2018 - Memphis 95 vs. Cleveland 87Feb 23, 2018 - Cleveland 112 vs. Memphis 89Dec 02, 2017 - Cleveland 116 vs. Memphis 111Dec 14, 2016 - Memphis 93 vs. Cleveland 85Dec 13, 2016 - Cleveland 103 vs. Memphis 86Mar 07, 2016 - Memphis 106 vs. Cleveland 103Oct 28, 2015 - Cleveland 106 vs. Memphis 76 Click here Click here Click here

Who's PlayingGolden State @ Los AngelesCurrent Records: Golden State 29-28; Los Angeles 31-28What to KnowThe Golden State Warriors need to shore up a defense that is allowing 118.26 points per game before their contest Tuesday. They might have tired legs after a matchup yesterday as they head on the road against the Los Angeles Clippers at 10 p.m. ET Feb. 14 at Crypto.com Arena. The Dubs should still be riding high after a victory, while Los Angeles will be looking to get back in the win column. The Warriors were able to grind out a solid win over the Washington Wizards on Monday, winning 135-126. The Dubs' small forward looked sharp as he had 29 points along with seven Amine Jersey boards. Meanwhile, the contest between the Clippers and the Milwaukee Bucks this past Friday was not a total blowout, but Moses Brown Jersey with Los Angeles falling 119-106 at home, it was darn close to turning into one. Shooting guard (20 points) and shooting guard (19 points) were the top scorers for Los Angeles. Golden State is expected to lose this next one by 8. The smart bettors have been the ones to keep their money on Golden State's opponents whenever they hit the road. Golden State had enough points to win and then some against Los Angeles in the teams' previous meeting last November, taking their game 124-107. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Dubs since the squad won't have home-court advantage. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference. How To WatchWhen:Tuesday at 10 p.m. ETWhere:Crypto.com Arena--Los Angeles,CaliforniaTV:TNTFollow:Ticket Cost:$49. Bill Walton Jersey 50OddsThe Clippers are a big 8-point favorite against the Warriors, according to the latest .The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Clippers as an 8.5-point favorite.Over/Under: -110See for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. . Series HistoryGolden State have won 23 out of their last 33 games against Los Angeles.Nov 23, 2022 - Golden State 124 vs. Los Angeles 107Mar 08, 2022 - Golden State 112 vs. Los Angeles 97Feb 14, 2022 - Los Angeles 119 vs. Golden State 104Nov 28, 2021 - Golden State 105 vs. Los Angeles 90Oct 21, 2021 - Golden State 115 vs. Los Angeles 113Mar 11, 2021 - Los Angeles 130 vs. Golden State 104Jan 08, 2021 - Golden State 115 vs. Los Angeles 105Jan 06, 2021 - Los Angeles 108 vs. Golden State 101Mar 10, 2020 - Los Angeles 131 vs. Golden State 107Jan 10, 2020 - Los Angeles 109 vs. Golden State 100Oct 24, 2019 - Los Angeles 141 vs. Golden State 122Apr 26, 2019 - Golden State 129 vs. Los Angeles 110Apr 24, 2019 - Los Angeles 129 vs. Golden State 121Apr 21, 2019 - Golden State 113 vs. Los Angeles 105Apr 18, 2019 - Golden State 132 vs. Los Angeles 105Apr 15, 2019 - Los Angeles 135 vs. Golden Rodney Hood Jersey State 131Apr 13, 2019 - Golden State 121 vs. Los Angeles 104Apr 07, 2019 - Golden State 131 vs. Los Angeles 104Jan 18, 2019 - Golden State 112 vs. Los Angeles 94Dec 23, 2018 - Golden State 129 vs. Los Angeles 127Nov 12, 2018 - Los Angeles 121 vs. Golden State 116Feb 22, 2018 - Golden State 134 vs. Los Angeles 127Jan 10, 2018 - Los Angeles 125 vs. Golden State 106Jan 06, 2018 - Golden State 121 vs. Los Angeles 105Oct 30, 2017 - Golden Damian Lillard Jersey State 141 vs. Los Angeles 113Feb 23, 2017 - Golden State 123 vs. Los Angeles 113Feb 02, 2017 - Golden State 133 vs. Los Angeles 120Jan 28, 2017 - Golden State 144 vs. Los Angeles 98Dec 07, 2016 - Golden State 115 vs. Los Angeles 98Mar 23, 2016 - Golden State 114 vs. Los Angeles 98Feb 20, 2016 - Golden State 115 vs. Los Angeles 112Nov 19, 2015 - Golden State 124 vs. Los Angeles 117Nov 04, 2015 - Golden State 112 vs. Los Angeles 108 Click here Click here Click here

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The will try to snap their two-game losing streak when they face the on Saturday afternoon. New York had won a season-high nine straight games prior to its recent lo ses against Charlotte and Sacramento, but it is still in fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Los Angeles is coming off back-to-back wins against Memphis and Toronto to open its five-game homestand.Tipoff is set for 4 p.m. ET from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Los Angeles is listed as the 4.5-point favorite in the latest Knicks vs. Clippers odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the total is set at 227.5. Before entering any Kyle Guy Jersey Clippers vs. Knicks picks, you'll want to .The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past four-plus seasons. The model enters Week 21 of the 2022-23 NBA season a stunning Tyrese Haliburton Jersey 61-30 on all top-rated this season, returning nearly $2,700. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.Now, the model has set its sights on . You can . Here are several for Knicks vs. Clippers:Clippers vs. Knicks spread: Clippers -4.5Clippers vs. Knicks over/under: 227.5 pointsClippers vs. Knicks money line: Clippers -195, Knicks + DaQuan Jeffries Jersey 162Clippers vs. Knicks picks: Featured Game | Los Angeles Clippers vs. New York Knicks Moneyline Spread Total LAC NY New York is going to be without second-leading scorer , who aggravated a foot injury at Sacramento after scoring 19 points in 19 minutes. His absence is not going to help the Knicks, who are coming off consecutive lo ses to Charlotte and Sacramento. Los Angeles is trending in the opposite direction, having won back-to-back games against Memphis and Toronto to move into fifth place in the Western Conference standings. Five-time All-Star has scored at least 21 points in six straight games, including a Peja Stojakovic Jersey 44-point outing against Sacramento and 34-point performance against Memphis. Six-time All-Star has scored 20-plus points in 11 of his last 13 games, posting 42 points and 11 rebounds in a double-double effort against the . The Clippers are 16-4 in their last 20 home games against New York, and they have a health advantage on Saturday afternoon.Meanwhile, New York was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Thursday as it fell 122-117 to the . Point guard had a tough game, playing for 27 minutes but putting up just three points on 1-for-11 shooting.The Knicks will certainly mi s Brunson, but they've been excellent against the spread on the road this season. They are 22-11 ATS away from home, and Los Angeles is just 2-5 since adding to the mix, so New York is well positioned to pull the upset, or at least keep it within the number.The model has simulated Clippers vs. Knicks 10,000 times and the results are in. The model is leaning Under, and it's also generated De'Aaron Fox Jersey a point-spread pick that is hitting in over 50% of simulations. .Who wins Clippers vs. Knicks? And which side of the spread hits over 50% of the time? . Click here Click here Click here

It's rarely discu sed nowadays, but in 2007, discipline effectively decided the championship. At the end of Game 4 of the second-round series between the and , Spurs big man Robert Horry gave two-time MVP Derrick Favors Jersey Steve Nash a dirty hip-check into the scorer's table. The Suns were livid. Not only did his teammates on the floor rush to Nash's defense, but key Suns players Amar'e Stoudemire and left the bench area and attempted to make their way toward Horry. rules expre sly forbid this, though, and Stoudemire and Diaw were suspended for Game 5. San Antonio won, eventually knocked Phoenix out in six, and went on to win the championship with their most dangerous opponent eliminated on a technicality. Now, 16 years later, the NBA faces an eerily similar situation.On Sunday, those same Suns played Game 4 of a second-round series. This time, it was against the . A two-time MVP playing for the other side, , attempted to quickly grab a ball that had gone out of bounds to initiate a fast break. The ball happened to be in the hands of Suns owner Mat Ishbia, who refused to give it to Jokic. After a brief struggle for the ball, Ishbia knocked it away from Jokic. . He was a se sed a technical foul. The game moved on. The Nuggets lost.But Suns fans haven't forgotten that fateful night in 2007, when the team's best chance at its first championship was taken by a quirk in the rulebook. Many now expect Jokic to be held to the same standard, and are calling for a suspension in Game 5. Will that suspension come? Well... there's not a clear answer here. So let's go through this piece by piece and attempt to figure out what the league will do about Sunday's sideshow. NBA Rule 12A, Section Vl4 "a player, coach, trainer, or other team bench person must be ejected for deliberately entering the stands other than as a continuance of play." The stands, for the purposes of this rule, are defined as the first row of seating. Already, we have a murky situation to di sect.Jokic did not enter the stands as a continuation of play. Doing so would mean chasing a live ball as it went out of bounds. However, he did enter the stands for basketball reasons. He did not seek out a confrontation. He was attempting to inbound the ball. Ishbia, technically a spectator, interfered with his ability to do so. The NBA does account for fan interference on live balls. See , for example: In 2011, Nash attempted to save a ball that was going out of bounds, but a fan interfered with it. The Suns were awarded po se sion.This was not a live ball, and po se sion was not in dispute, so fan interference was not called. The NBA does include delay of game penalties, and they are enforced in the following manner: "A delay-of-game shall be called for preventing the ball from being promptly put into play, interfering with the ball after a succe sful field goal or free throw or failing to immediately pa s the ball to the nearest official when a personal foul or violation is a se sed." These rules are meant to apply to players, however. Ishbia did prevent the ball from being promptly put into play, so he technically committed a violation. It was not called. Obviously, Jokic was not ejected from the game. Crew chief Tony Brothers felt a technical foul was sufficient, as he explained to a pool reporter after the game. "I just deemed the technical foul the appropriate penalty for what happened over there," Brothers . "He didn't just Jarrell Brantley Jersey run over and hit a fan. There was some engagement, so I deemed the technical foul the appropriate penalty." While he did not say this explicitly, Brothers hints at another po sible reason Jokic was not ejected.Jokic did not technically go into the stands. While the stands technically begin at the first row of seating, Ishbia was standing up and had taken a step forward onto the court. From this perspective, it could be argued that Ishbia was actually encroaching upon Jokic's space. The states that "guests who engage in fighting, throwing objects or attempting to enter the court will be immediately ejected from the arena." Ishbia didn't exactly run onto the court, but he moved forward in a way that interfered with play. A normal fan likely would have been ejected for the incident, and one fan was moved as a result. Ishbia was not ejected.He did, however, make initial contact with Jokic. While that contact was slight, he placed a hand on Jokic's hip before Jokic shoved him. This situation is so specific that the league does not have guidelines governing it, but it could easily be argued that Jokic was acting instinctually in self-defense against a spectator who had already interfered with game play. Jokic himself argued that Ishbia should have been ejected. "He's a fan, he's supposed to get kicked out if he's influencing the game," Jokic . With all of this in mind, either side could credibly argued that the other is the one that deserves discipline. So, what does league history say will happen?Any precedent that we cite needs to be taken with a grain of salt. This situation, specifically, is unprecedented. The NBA takes confrontations between fans and players extremely seriously... but they are remarkably rare nowadays. The last player to be suspended for a fan interaction was Antonio Davis in Dante Exum Jersey 2006. The difference was that Davis actually entered the stands to confront a fan that he believed was hara sing his wife. He was given a five-game suspension for that.The far more noteworthy example took place in 2004, during the infamous "Malice at the Palace" brawl in Detroit. forward Ron Artest ran into the stands to fight a fan who had thrown a beer at him. Several players were suspended, including Artest, who sat out the rest of the season. Once again, the difference between that incident and this one was enormous. Players may not have faced recent suspensions for entering the stands, but an a sistant coach did as recently as last season. a sistant Mike Batiste was suspended two games for attempting to confront a fan during a home game against the in February 2022. The incident with a fan and the Wizards bench in which Harrell had to intervene: NBC Sports Wizards (@NBCSWizards) In this case, Batiste, already sitting in the second row as an a sistant, moved deeper into the stands to confront a fan. He was held back by . After the season, Batiste left the Wizards to join the . However, as recently as this incident took place, it likely holds little bearing over the Jokic situation.There is one precedent worth monitoring here, though, and it relates to Ishbia. During the 2019 NBA Finals, minority owner Mark Stevens was caught grabbing and shoving guard after he chased a loose ball out of bounds. Stevens was ejected from the arena, banned from all Warriors facilities for one year and fined $500,000 for the incident. Yet we can still hardly treat it as a fair precedent for Ishbia, whose contact with Jokic was minimal. Ultimately, there simply isn't much of a history in the NBA of incidents like the one between Jokic and Ishbia taking place. The league, to some extent, is flying blind. That gives Rudy Gobert Jersey it a bit of leeway.David Stern was a firm believer in following rules to the letter. The 2007 series between the Suns and Spurs was a clear example. Leaving the bench area during a fight warrants an automatic suspension, so Stern suspended Stoudemire and Diaw regardle s of fan backlash. The NBA continues i suing such suspensions to this day. Jokic himself has even earned one. But consider this moment during Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Finals. Kevin Love told me he left the bench in OT to argue the call on Tristan, walking onto the court to get in the officials' eyeline, not in reaction to any scuffle & before it even broke out. Video (via ) seems to back this up; not sure if it will matter to the league Rachel Nichols (@Rachel__Nichols) While Love explained to Rachel Nichols that he left the bench to argue a call, he did technically leave the bench during a fight. By the letter of the law, he should have been suspended. Stern likely would have suspended him. But Stern was no longer the commi sioner in 2018. Adam Silver was, and Love ultimately was not suspended. Silver has typically been far more relaxed when it comes to discipline, and that is ultimately the only precedent that matters here. In all likelihood, Jokic will not be suspended. We can point to the vaguene s of the rules we've cited throughout this story as the reason why, but there's a far simpler explanation: the NBA is a busine s. The league wants to put out an entertaining product that fans will watch. The Suns and Nuggets are in the middle of an incredibly exciting series. The winner will have a strong chance to win the championship. It is absolutely not in the league's busine s interests to ruin that series by taking a two-time MVP off of the floor for a critical game.For what it's worth, Ishbia commented on Monday morning, tweeting that he did not think Jokic should be suspended or that anyone involved should be fined. Great win for the Suns last night in an amazing series so far! That should be and is the only story. Suspending or fining anyone over last nights incident would not be right. I have alot of respect for Jokic and dont want to see anything like that. Excited for game 5! Go Suns! Mat Ishbia (@Mishbia15) Now, this does not mean rules will never be enforced. They exist for a reason, and when the league has no choice, it will discipline players Donovan Mitchell Jersey . It has already i sued two suspensions for former All-Stars this postseason: one for and another for . But when there is gray area, as there clearly is for Jokic, Silver tends to veer on the side of not interfering with the league's product. So will Jokic be fined? Probably. Ishbia probably will be as well. But the odds of the NBA intentionally ruining one of the most exciting games of its season seem slim. Click here Click here Click here

DENVER -- And, just like that, the have the just where they want them.In Game 2 of the Finals Sunday night, the Heat's 111-108 win did several things at once.It knotted this series up at 1-1. It shattered the illusion, for whomever it still existed, that this was going to be easy, straightforward and certain for Denver. It infused Miami with -- or reminded us of the what is already in Jamal Crawford Jersey place -- unparalleled confidence.The Heat have an ability, as their head coach likes to say, to "do it the hard way," and they again did just that. And it put Miami on the same path that saw it get here in the first place.In their first two series of this postseason, Miami, an eight-seed, were also tied at 1-1, against the and then the . In both cases doubts also remained about their ability to turn those early-series stalemates into three more wins.They eventually beat Milwaukee in five, and New York in six."Our guys love to compete. They love to put themselves out there in those moments of truth," said Heat coach Erik Spoelstra. "Fortunately, we were able to make a lot of big defensive plays down the stretch, and then we got a lot of contributions, which you're going to need Buck Williams Jersey against a team like this."In so many ways, Miami showed, yet again, the pattern of play that has gotten them here. A refusal to let doubt creep in, which on Sunday took the form first of . Strus was 0 for 10 in Game 1, inlcuding 0 for 9 from deep, but he started Game 2 with a dizzying display of surety by going 4 of 7 on threes for 12 points in the first quarter. It was a tone setter for the rest of his team the rest of the night. There was , who had his own i sues in Game 1, going 8 of 12 for 23 points.And there was , who scored eight of his 21 points in the fourth quarter as Miami turned an eight-point deficit into a victory that changed the entire series.Time and again, the Nuggets took leads, and at the time seemed like they were on Nate Sestina Jersey a path that would put them halfway to a championship. Denver was up seven early in the second quarter. Then 15 toward the end of the frame. Then a handful of points for most of the third quarter, finishing up eight heading into the fourth quarter. And yet Miami hung around and never quite surrendering to what many others saw as perhaps inevitable."I asked the team. I asked them, 'You guys tell me why we lost?' And they knew the answer," said Nuggets coach Michael Malone. "Miami came in here and outworked us, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot Jersey and we were by far our least disciplined game of these 16 or 17 playoff games, whatever it is now. So many breakdowns."They exploited every one of our breakdowns and scored," he continued. "If we're going to try to go down there and regain control of this series and get home-court advantage back, we're going to have to outwork Miami, which we didn't do tonight." The Heat simply dominated the game when it mattered most, just as they have time and again throughout this postseason. The team's will, belief and toughne s has shown through again.Throughout the night, they also repeatedly confounded Nuggets players not named . The two-time MVP had 41 points and 11 rebounds. But that was always part of the plan -- let Jokic score, if you must, but Caris LeVert Jersey stop the other would-be stars from shining.The Heat defense did just that. Though put on a show in the fourth quarter, hitting some big shots to make it close for Denver, it mi sed the potential game-tying shot that would have sent the game to overtime. But for the most part, Miami had made him largely ineffective for most of the contest, as his 18-point night showed. Momentum is a powerful thing. So is belief, when it's genuine and widespread.Miami now has both. Click here Click here Click here

The Wednesday night matchup between the and in Detroit has been postponed due to weather-related travel i sues, . A makeup Kawhi Leonard Jersey date has not yet been determined by the league. has made it difficult for the Pistons, who lost to the on Monday night, to get back home to Detroit. Thousands of flights have been cancelled out of Dallas Fort-Worth International Airport Jay Scrubb Jersey in recent days, and more may be added to the list with the weather unrelenting.Beyond airport i sues, freezing rain and cold overnight conditions have turned roads in the Dallas area into skating rinks. An ice storm warning remains in effect through Thursday morning, that could lead to up to an additional half-an-inch of ice and potential power outages."Due Lou Williams Jersey to severe weather conditions in the Dallas area, the Pistons have been unable to fly back to Detroit after their Luke Kennard Jersey game on Monday at American Airlines center," the NBA said in a statement. The following was released by the NBA. NBA Communications (@NBAPR) There is also concern that the Pelicans-Mavericks game in Dallas on Thursday night could be impacted by travel delays, per . New Orleans is set to travel to Texas from Denver, where the team lost to Johnathan Motley Jersey the Nuggets on Tuesday night. Click here Click here Click here

The (37-37) and the (35-38) link up for a Sunday afternoon tilt. Los Angeles is heading into this contest with some momentum, winners of three straight games. On March 24, the Lakers topped the 116-111. Jrue Holiday Jersey Los Angeles is currently tied as the eighth seed in the Western Conference standings. Meanwhile, Chicago has won four of its last five games and sits in the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference.Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Caesars Sportsbook lists the Lakers as a 6-point favorite in the latest Bulls vs. Lakers odds, while the over/under for total points is 225. Before making any Lakers vs. Bulls picks, you'll want to .The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated over the past four-plus seasons. The model enters Week 23 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 69-36 roll on all top-rated NBA picks this season, returning nearly $2,900. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.Now, the model has set its sights on and just locked in its picks Marvin Williams Jersey and NBA predictions. You can . Here are the NBA lines and trends for Bulls vs. Lakers: Bulls vs. Lakers spread: Los Angeles -6Bulls vs. Lakers Over-Under: 225 pointsBulls vs. Lakers money line: Los Angeles -225, Chicago +185CHI: The Bulls are 3-0-1 ATS in their last Allen Iverson Jersey four road gamesLAL: The Lakers are 4-1 ATS in their last five Sunday gamesBulls vs. Lakers picks: Featured Game | Los Angeles Lakers vs. Chicago Bulls Moneyline Spread Total LAL CHI Forward is such an impactful player on both ends of the floor. Davis is able to consistently score at all three levels while being an outstanding defender. The eight-time All-Star puts up 26.1 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. He's tallied a double-double in four of his last five games. In Friday's win over the Thunder, Davis had 37 points and 15 boards.Guard is a fast and twitchy playmaker in the backcourt. Schroder has a Thanasis Antetokounmpo Jersey quick first step and is able to get into the lane with ease. The 29-year-old averages 12.9 points and 4.6 a sists per game. On Friday versus the Thunder, Schroder dropped 21 points, six a sists, and two steals. It was his 11th game on the season with 20-plus points.Forward is an explosive and athletic scoring weapon. LaVine knows how to find his spots on offense due to his quick ball handles and reliable jumper. The UCLA product averages 25 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.2 a sists per contest. In Friday's bout against the , LaVine dropped 33 points and eight a sists. Center has Giannis Antetokounmpo Jersey been a top-tier rebounder and low-post scorer. Vucevic owns a smooth face-up game and can get a bucket at all three levels. The USC product averages 17.7 points 11.3 rebounds, and 3.3 a sists per game. The 32-year-old ranks third in the NBA in double-doubles (46). In Monday's game versus thea , Vucevic finished with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and four steals.SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 232 combined points. The model also says one side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations. .So who Lakers vs. Bulls? And which side of the spread hits well over 50% of the time? , and find out. Click here Click here Click here

The NBA unveiled all of the new 2022-23 Nike City Edition jerseys on Thursday, which can only mean one thing: It's time to rank all of them. Twenty-nine of the 30 teams released new jerseys, as the had to sit out on the fun after they overhauled their entire jersey arsenal this summer. That aside, this was a really strong group of City Edition jerseys compared to year's past, as many teams really went in unique directions to showcase their city.But enough of the chitchat, here's all 29 jerseys ranked from worst -- sorry -- to the very best. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. Jersey inspiration:This jersey is meant to show what it means to be an Oklahoman, as "Oklahomans are driven by a distinct set of values called The Oklahoma Standard, which is built on a foundation of service, honor and kindne s."CBS Sports' take:I'm not entirely sure how this jersey tells me what it's like to be an Oklahoman. I also feel like I've seen this jersey a million times with the Thunder, just slightly altered. It's also not very different compared to their non-city jerseys. Jersey inspiration: The Timberwolves' jersey is meant to be an "artistic statement" of the city, showing the diversene s of the city. Each pattern acro s the chest is also uniquely different on each jersey, meaning no two are exactly the same.CBS Sports' take: Given how impre sive the Purple Rain jerseys were a few years ago, I expected way more from Minnesota.Jersey inspiration:The jersey is meant to celebrate Kings fans, as "this season will mark the 10-year anniversary of the fight to keep the Kings in Sacramento." It's meant to showcase the fans who "rallied and refused to back down," in order to keep the Kings in Sacramento. CBS Sports' take:Again, not sure what about this jersey represents the fans or the fight to keep the Kings in Sacramento, but OK. It's also the first time in franchise history that the Kings will wear a gray uniform, and honestly I hope it's the last. Gray jerseys always show so much sweat, this design would've just been so much Armani Watts Jersey better on a black jersey.Jersey inspiration: This jersey is meant to pay tribute to Charlotte's financial history as the home of the first U.S. Branch Mint and Carolina Gold Rush of the 1800s. The "CLT" acro s the chest is a nod to the city's abbreviation.CBS Sports' take: It's news to me that the city of Charlotte uses "CLT" as an abbreviation, which is confusing since the Hornets also have worn jerseys in the past. The design is pretty sweet. The "CLT," not so much. Jersey inspiration:The Heat are choosing to take last year's mashup jersey showcasing lettering from each of the franchise's previous jerseys and put it on a white uniform, simple as that.CBS Sports' take:I didn't care for this design when the Heat rolled it out last season, as it looks like a ransom note, and I certainly don't care for it just on a white jersey. Bring back the Vice uniforms. Jersey inspiration:The Pacers used this jersey as an opportunity to celebrate the completion of what was formally called Bankers Fieldhouse, but now named Gainbridge Fieldhouse, which is where the team plays. CBS Sports' take:The gold pattern along the chest and down the side of the jersey mimics the structure of the arena, which is a clean, sleek integration, but I feel like it would've worked better if they chose either black or blue as the base color, not both.Jersey inspiration: The diamond pattern all over the jersey is supposed to signify a suit of armor, celebrating the team's ability to "protect its kingdom."CBS Sports' take:The design overall isn't terrible, but the explanation makes no sense, and I'm not the biggest fan of the font choice. It also has nothing to do with the city of Orlando. Jersey inspiration:The Sixers are playing off their nickname, "The City of Brotherly Love," and paying homage to the city's connection to basketball at all levels.CBS Sports' take: I'll give the Sixers credit for always trying something a little different with their jersey designs, and this is no different. The decision to have four words on the front of the jersey is certainly a questionable choice, but when you have a tagline like the "City of Brotherly Love," then I'll allow it. Fun fact alert: The Greek translation of Philadelphia is "City of Brotherly Love," which explains the nickname.Jersey inspiration: Using the official colors of Mardi Gras -- purple, green and gold -- the Pelicans are nodding to the city's heritage. CBS Sports' take: While we've seen this exact design before, it really shines on a purple jersey.Jersey inspiration: Blake Bell Jersey Designed by Bay Area artist Allison Hueman, the yellow rose represents "women who change the game and lead fearle sly."CBS Sports' take: I feel like these jerseys are going to be a "love them or hate them" situation, and while I don't stand in either camp, it really bothers me that you because it's going to be tucked into shorts. Feels like it's just a black jersey with some yellow on it at that point. Jersey inspiration:The "Y" pattern all over the jersey is a nod to Chicago's architecture, specifically the Chicago Municipal "Y" symbol which can be seen throughout the city.CBS Sports' take: Not terrible, not great, just about average. Could've done a whole lot more with this color scheme, especially in a culture-rich city like Chicago.Jersey inspiration:The Rockets brought back the vintage throwback jerseys to celebrate the franchise's history. CBS Sports' take: Love the pinstripes, but I'm docking points because the Rockets are just recycling a jersey from last season. Surely they could've at least inverted the colors! It's also not very connected to the city of Houston specifically.Jersey inspiration: The Nets are paying tribute to Brooklyn-born artist Jean-Michel Basquiat with the design all the way down to his signature crown on the jersey tag.CBS Sports' take:It's another recycled design from last year, but at least the Nets switched it from a black jersey to a white one. The Nets did a great job of keeping it understated and letting the design speak for itself. Jersey inspiration: This jersey is meant to celebrate both the artists and "changemakers" in the city of Los Angeles.CBS Sports' take: The Lakers intentionally went with a simple design as a metaphor to say the "uniform is not the story it's a vehicle to tell the stories behind individual Changemakers around Los Angeles." It's simple, the purple shines against the white jersey and the decision to go with black numbering was also a smart touch.Jersey inspiration: The all-over pattern on the Raptors jersey is a deconstructed depiction of Toronto's six boroughs.CBS Sports' take:The design is understated but still plays off the connection to the city. The black and gold pattern has become a staple of the Raptors alternative jerseys since the OVO jerseys, and with that color scheme being a fan favorite it makes sense to use it here, too.Jersey inspiration:The Clippers are paying homage to South Los Angeles, the Drew League and overall just L.A.'s rich history of basketball at all levels.CBS Sports' take: I love the story this jersey tells. The cursive font is a nice departure from what we're used to from the Clippers, and the multi-colored background that sits Josh Gordon Jersey behind the font is just fun enough that it isn't overpowering.Jersey inspiration: The Knicks partnered with New York-based streetwear brand Kith for this design, which is meant to celebrate the Knicks teams from the '90s and 2000s.CBS Sports' take: The Knicks have such a cla sic color scheme that I feel like it's pretty difficult to me s it up. It's clean and simple, and has enough tweaks to make a new spin on an old cla sic.Jersey inspiration:The Cavaliers are playing on the city's nickname, "The Land," while also using colors that represent certain aspects of the city and state. Like the light blue ball meant to represent Lake Erie, and the brownish-bronze color which is meant to signify "the area's bountiful soil."CBS Sports' take:The decision to use "The Land" but in the retro Cavs font is so smart and ties together two eras of the franchise. I like the color scheme, though I do wish this was a black jersey instead.Jersey inspiration: Playing on the style from the 1996 All-Star Game, which the Spurs hosted, San Antonio is going with the fiesta style again.CBS Sports' take: Yes, the Spurs have done the fiesta theme already, and, yes, I docked other teams for recycling, but these jerseys are just cool. The bright turquoise and the Flintstone-looking font, these are just fun jerseys, and a great way for San Antonio to celebrate its 50th season.Jersey inspiration: This jersey is inspired by Denver's architecture and represents "a city that's proud of its past but always driving forward."CBS Sports' take: The Nuggets are always really good at this. It's a simple design, James Winchester Jersey but it works. The burnt orange really takes center stage against the white backdrop, and the detail on the side panelling makes the jersey look le s empty.Jersey inspiration: The Mavericks are paying homage to the connection of Dallas and Fort Worth with this jersey. Back in the '70s Dallas leaders dubbed the two cities a Metroplex, "a new industrial complex and metropolis in the middle of the country."CBS Sports' take:I'm just as shocked as you are that the Mavericks actually have a nice City Edition jersey. It uses the retro team colors and retro '70s-inspired font but make it look new and fresh. Dallas is one of a few teams in the league in desperate need of a branding refresh and these jerseys should be the starting point.Jersey inspiration: The Pistons collaborated with Detroit native and rapper Big Sean to create these jerseys. It's meant to celebrate the gym at Saint Cecilia's, an iconic Detroit staple amongst local hoopers. NBA legends like Isiah Thomas, George Gervin and Magic Johnson played there while growing up in Detroit. CBS Sports' take:The story behind these jerseys are exactly what the City Edition uniforms are all about. The green is a surprising departure from the red, white and blue we would typically expect with the Pistons, and it totally works. It's simple, tells a story and should be a huge hit with local fans.Jersey inspiration: The Celtics are celebrating the team's "Golden Era" with this jersey which featured the late Bill Ru sell.CBS Sports' take:Another legacy franchise that didn't stray too far away from tradition, but did just enough to knock it out of the park. The darker hue of green and the stylized script font to pay homage to the late, great Bill Ru sell's playing days is the perfect tip of the cap to an NBA legend.Jersey inspiration: The Bucks used their jersey as a way to celebrate Bronzeville, one of the city's most diverse neighborhoods.CBS Sports' take: I have a feeling these are going to look really cool in game action. The bright blue and the side panels paying homage to one of the city's most diverse neighborhoods is a really subtle way to pull off a jersey that is connected to the city, but not in an overwhelming way.Jersey inspiration: The Blazers are pulling inspiration from the airport carpet design that filled the floors of Portland's airport back in the '90s.CBS Sports' take: OK, remember when I said the Hornets' abbreviation was confusing? This one is not. Everyone knows that PDX stands for Portland, and the fact that the Blazers decided to pay homage to a carpet design inside their airport from the '90s is the exact type of niche-ne s I expect from this city and organization. The design is cool in itself, but the way they utilized it like the typical sash we've seen from them in the past is a nice touch.Jersey inspiration: The Hawks give a "fresh take" on their original Peachtree uniforms that they unveiled three years ago. It celebrates Georgia being known as "The Peach State."CBS Sports' take: I will be starting a petition to have the Hawks permanently change their name to the Atlanta Peachtrees, because these jerseys rule. Yes, we've seen them before, but they're so distinct and unique that they deserve to be this high. The script font, the gradient numbering, the two different peaches hues on the trim ... these are just wonderfully designed.Jersey inspiration: The Wizards pulled inspiration from the iconic cherry blo soms that overtake the city Charvarius Ward Jersey every spring. The blue on the shorts represents the water that the cherry blo soms fall into. CBS Sports' take: The cherry blo som pattern on these are amazing, and the gradient blue on the shorts makes it so the players don't look like walking bottles of Pepto Bismol. Is it too much pink? Perhaps, I would've liked to have seen a more toned-down version of this, but it's so unique, so connected to the city and it actually looks nice.Jersey inspiration: The Suns are paying respect to the 22 indigenous tribes that call Arizona home with these jerseys.CBS Sports' take: The Suns have done a great job with their City Edition jerseys in the past, and this is no exception. The only thing I would change is not using the sunburst logo and instead having the word "Suns" or "Phoenix" acro s the chest.Jersey inspiration: The Grizzlies are celebrating the city's connection to hip-hop and rap culture with their City Edition jerseys. The design is inspired by local hip-hop album art, with certain design elements also paying tribute to specific Memphis landmarks.CBS Sports' take:There isn't a team in the league as connected to their city as the Grizzlies are to Memphis. I mean, they got Memphis-born rapper at the start of the season. Also, the Grizzlies grill right above the jersey tag needs to be on merchandise going forward because that is just so authentically Memphis. Click here Click here Click here

It's all fault. His not only denied fans a chance to see their Victor Antipin Kids Jersey team clinch its first-round series at home -- it also created a nightmare scenario for Atlanta's State Farm Arena and the city's traffic patterns.That's because the series now shifts back to the ' home for Game 6 on Thursday -- which was supposed the second date of Janet Jackson's two-night stint at that arena. This has caused a chain-reaction of events in Atlanta:That Jackson concert has already been bumped back to Friday...... Which just so happens Alexander Nylander Kids Jersey to be when the first of three dates of Taylor Swift's stint at Mercedes-Benz Arena begins.The home of the Saints is about a quarter-mile away from State Farm Arena. So there be Seth Griffith Jersey traffic problems on Friday night in Atlanta.Young took to Twitter to share hit thoughts on the Hawks' win affecting the prior planned concerts in the area: ..sorry not sorry to this LEGEND.. Hope she can be at the game now! Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) Down 3-1 and playing a Celtics team most view as a legitimate title-contender, the Hawks were Scott Wilson Jersey shorthanded because they were playing without on Tuesday night. When Boston built a double-digit lead mid-way through the fourth quarter, the game had the feeling that the series would be over before the night was.But nobody told the Hawks about all of the already Thomas Vanek Men Jersey existing events going on in Atlanta on Thursday and over the weekend. They came from 13 points down to steal the victory. In the final 3:18, Young outscored 14-6, en route to their 119-117 win. So, yeah, it's all Trae Young's fault. Click here Click here Click here

The have a chance to advance to the Western Conference Finals with a win against the on Thursday night, but they may Peter Holland Kids Jersey have to do it without point guard . After putting up 19 points, six a sists and five rebounds in Game 5 on Tuesday, the Nuggets announced that Murray is now Mika Zibanejad Men Jersey listed as This announcement comes just as it was reported that Suns center That's le s than ideal for the Nuggets, but his status could change as the day carries on. If Murray is ultimately unable to suit up, that J T Miller Women Jersey would put more defensive attention on , who just two games ago put up 53 points in Denver's Game 4 lo s. If Murray is ruled out, Denver will need players like and . to step up in his absence.Murray is averaging 24.6 points, seven a sists and five rebounds in this series against Phoenix, so not having him out there leaves a huge void on offense. Losing him would also mean the lo s of the pick-and Walt Tkaczuk Women Jersey -roll game between him and Jokic, which has proven to be very New York Rangers Kids Jersey succe sful against the Suns. We'll have to wait and see if Murray's illne s improves ahead of the game, but right now the Nuggets have to plan for the po sibility of not having him out there Thursday night. Click here Click here Click here

Who's PlayingWashington @ PhoenixCurrent Records: Washington 11-20; Phoenix 19-12What to KnowThe Phoenix Suns are getting right back to it as they host the Washington Wizards at 9 p.m. ET Dec. 20 at Footprint Center. Phoenix will be strutting in after a victory while Washington will be stumbling in Calen Addison Jersey from a lo s. The Suns made easy work of the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday and carried off a 130-104 win. The contest was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 68-44. Among those leading the charge for Phoenix was point guard , who had 28 points and eight a sists. Meanwhile, it was a hard-fought matchup, but Washington had to settle for a 119-117 defeat against Los Angeles on Sunday. Point guard had a pretty forgettable game, playing for 28 minutes but putting up just Alex Galchenyuk Men Jersey seven points on 3-for-10 shooting. The Suns are the favorite in this one, with an expected 7.5-point margin of victory. They are currently three-for-three against the spread in their most recent games, a trend bettors might want to take into account. Phoenix didn't have too much trouble with the Wizards on the road when the two teams previously met in February as they won 95-80. Will Phoenix repeat their succe s, or does Washington have a better game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough. How To WatchWhen:Tuesday at 9 p.m. ETWhere:Footprint Center--Phoenix,ArizonaTV:Bally Sports - ArizonaOnline streaming: (Try for free. Regional restrictions Erik Gudbranson Jersey may apply.)Follow:Ticket Cost:$20.04OddsThe Suns are a big 7.5-point favorite against the Wizards, according to the latest .The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a Matt Hunwick Jersey 7.5-point spread, and stayed right there.Over/Under: -110See for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine's advanced computer model. . Series HistoryWashington have won nine out of their last 14 games against Phoenix.Feb 05, 2022 - Phoenix 95 vs. Washington 80Dec 16, 2021 - Phoenix 118 vs. Washington 98Apr 10, 2021 - Phoenix 134 vs. Washington 106Jan 11, 2021 - Washington 128 vs. Phoenix 107Jul 31, 2020 - Phoenix 125 vs. Washington 112Nov 27, 2019 - Washington 140 vs. Phoenix 132Mar 27, 2019 - Washington 124 vs. Phoenix 121Dec 22, 2018 - Washington Carl Hagelin Women Jersey 149 vs. Phoenix 146Dec 07, 2017 - Washington 109 vs. Phoenix 99Nov 01, 2017 - Phoenix 122 vs. Washington 116Mar 07, 2017 - Washington 131 vs. Phoenix 127Nov 21, 2016 - Washington 106 vs. Phoenix 101Apr 01, 2016 - Washington 106 vs. Phoenix 99Dec 04, 2015 - Washington 109 vs. Phoenix 106 Click here Click here Click here

Good afternoon sports fans, it's Chris Bengel back with you.So Scott Rolen is entering the Baseball Hall of Fame after six years on the ballot. As a Phillies fan, my biggest question is: what team will Rolen elect to go into Cooperstown with? While he is probably known most for his time with the Cardinals, he played more games with the Phillies, where he spent the first seven seasons of his career. Either way, I think Rolen is extremely deserving of the honor, specifically because he was one of the top defensive third basemen that the sport has ever seen. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports Ian Mccoshen Women Jersey and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. Now let's dive into Wednesday's picks. Latest Odds: Philadelphia 76ers -7.5 Key Trend: The 76ers are 15-4 ATS in their last 19 home games.The Pick: 76ers -5.0 (-110)Few teams are hotter than the Sixers right now. They've won seven of their last eight, including an active five-game winning streak. With the Nets still without , Aleksi Heponiemi Men Jersey I'm on the Sixers' side of the spread in this one.Philadelphia his 17-7 at the Wells Fargo Center this season, including going 15-4 ATS over their last 19 home games. Both and mi sed extended periods of the season due to injury, but are both back and it's paid huge dividends. On top of that, star center is also putting together another MVP-caliber season with averages of 33.6 points and 9.8 rebounds per contest. It also doesn't hurt that the Sixers only surrender 110.2 points-per-game, which is the third-lowest clip in the NBA.The Nets have dropped four of their six games since Durant suffered a MCL sprain earlier this month. has been pouring in points at a very high rate, Noel Acciari Jersey but the Nets just don't have the supporting cast to compete with the Sixers in this spot. Latest Odds: Utah Jazz +3.5 The Pick: Jazz +3.5 (-110) -- These are two teams with identical records, but the Trail Blazers have been the definition of inconsistent. That's why I'm more than happy to back the underdog Jazz in this spot.The Jazz have been thriving and are 7-3 ATS over their last 10 games. They've also excelled on the road, with a 4-1 mark ATS over their Michael Hutchinson Jersey last five road contests. And those recent number are largely without talented guard , who for multiple periods throughout the season has been out with injuries. But Sexton is back in the lineup now.Since returning earlier this month, he is averaging 15.2 points and shooting 50.0 percent from beyond the arc. It's been a huge boost for a team that ranks fourth in the NBA with 117.6 points-per-game. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers have been on the losing end in eight of their last 11 games. In addition, Portland is 3-8 ATS in those particular contests. Yes, the Trail Blazers are coming off a 147-127 win over the , but needed 45-point third quarter in order to pull away. Key Trend: The Jazz are 4-1 ATS in their last five road games. The Pick: Over 2.5 Threes (+106)-- The Kings have been one of the feel-good stories of the season. One of the team's biggest offseason acquisitions was sharpshooting guard Kevin Huerter, who they acquired in a trade with the . We're going to rely on Huerter's three-point shooting ability on Wednesday.Huerter is currently fourth on the Kings in scoring with 15.5 points-per-game, but Brett Connolly Men Jersey makes his living from beyond the arc. He is second on the team with a 41.4 percent shooting clip from long-range. Huerter has connected at least three shots from deep in four of his last eight games. The Kings guard attempts 6.5 shots per contest, so the opportunities should be there for this prop to cash.Key Trend: Huerter has hit at least three threes in four of his last eight games. Click here Click here Click here

It was just one game, but it appears is tired of being disrespected. The 76ers star been vocal about losing out on NBA MVP honors to center in each of the past two seasons. Then, on Thursday, Embiid was the odd man out when Eastern Conference All-Star starters were named. Perhaps releasing a bit of frustration, the big man dropped 47 points and 18 rebounds on Saturday as his Sixers beat Jokic's Nuggets to earn their seventh straight victory.An extra prize for Embiid is that the win helped earn the 76ers the top spot in this week's NBA Power Rankings, dethroning the , who fell prey Peter Budaj Men Jersey to the Power Rankings Curse in a 1-3 week. The biggest risers this week were the , who moved into the top five and are finally starting to play like the preseason favorite many pegged them as.Moving up five spots into the top 10 are the , who beat two of the Eastern Conference's best teams this week, while the steepest fallers were the due to a couple lo ses and strong performances from the teams that were below them last week. CBS Sports HQ Newsletter Your Ultimate Guide to Every Day in Sports We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. With the trade deadline and the All-Star break rapidly approaching, here are this week's NBA Power Rankings. Biggest Movers 7 Clippers 6 Hawks RkTeams ChgRcrd 1 Me sage received. The 76ers have announced themselves as legitimate title contenders with seven straight wins, including an impre sive comeback performance against the Nuggets on Saturday during "rivalry week" (sure, we'll go with it). Joel Embiid was absolutely dominant against Nikola Jokic, notching 47 points, 18 rebounds, five a sists and three steals before saying this is the best and deepest Sixers team he's been a part of. 2 54-28 2 Here come the Bucks, who won four straight games this week, including explosive scoring efforts of 141 and 150 points -- impre sive for a team that's struggled offensively for most of the season. Khris Middleton still isn't playing much, but has looked more like his old self and has clearly made an impact, putting up 17 points in fewer than 15 minutes in Friday's win over Indiana. 6 58-24 3 Nikola Jokic capped off yet another triple-double with a game-winning floater to beat the Pelicans on Tuesday, but the Nuggets followed that Brayden Point Women Jersey up with consecutive lo ses to two of the East's best in the Bucks and 76ers. Denver's offense struggled this week, for a change, limping to just 107.8 points per 100 po se sions. 1 53-29 4 The Power Rankings Curse is in full effect, as last week's No. 1 lost three straight games to start the week and likely would have lost a fourth were it not for a blatant foul by Jayson Tatum on LeBron James going uncalled in the final seconds against the Lakers. Marcus Smart mi sed all four games this week, while Jaylen Brown, Al Horford, Malcolm Brogdon and Robert Williams took turns on the sideline, so we'll chalk up Boston's rough week to the absences. 3 57-25 5 The Clippers extended their winning streak to five games with victories over the Lakers, Spurs and Hawks to start the week, but then they did what the Clippers do and sat their whole team in a lo s to Cleveland on Sunday. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George each averaged 28 points in their three games this week, while the Clippers outscored opponents by an insane 22.9 points per 100 po se sions when those two were on the floor together. 7 44-38 6 The Cavs beat the Rockets and a shell of a Clippers team this week, while taking road lo ses to the Knicks and Thunder. Donovan Mitchell returned on Sunday after mi sing five of the previous six games, putting up 11 points in 20 minutes. No stranger to orchestrating the offense, Darius Garland averaged 23.8 points and 9.5 a sists this week on 48 percent 3-point shooting. 1 51-31 7 A 33-point win over the Grizzlies got the Kings' week off to a beaming start, but they followed that up by dropping games to the Raptors and Wolves. The offense was uncharacteristically inefficient in the lo ses, managing just 106.8 points per 100 po se sions. 3 48-34 8 The Grizzlies' losing streak reached five after dropping games to the Kings, Warriors and Wolves to start the week, and it looked like it might be six after falling behind by 19 to the Pacers at home on Sunday. But Ja Morant (27 points, 15 a sists, 10 rebounds) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (28 points, eight rebounds, five LEGITIMATE blocks) aided the comeback to stop the bleeding. 3 51-31 9 Despite the best efforts of Kyrie Irving, who averaged 34 points and 8.3 a sists this week on 45 percent 3-point shooting, the Nets continue to struggle without Kevin Durant. They were able to come up with a win over the Knicks on Saturday, however, behind 21 fourth-quarter points from Irving. 3 45-37 10 The Knicks picked up impre sive wins over the Cavs and Celtics to start the week before losing to the Nets on Saturday. Julius Randle is on one of his hot streaks, averaging 30.7 points, 10.7 rebounds and 4.7 a sists in the three games on 45 percent 3-point shooting. 5 47-35 11 The Heat extended their winning streak to three games with victories over the Celtics (without Jimmy Butler) and the Magic to start the week, but suffered a disappointing road lo s to the Hornets on Sunday. Butler averaged 28.5 points in the last two games on 21-for-31 shooting, while Bam Adebayo put up 22.3 points, 8.3 rebounds and 4.7 a sists per game for the week. -- 44-38 12 The Wolves beat three of the best teams in the Western Conference this week, and they also lost to the Rockets. Go figure. The defense was the story, allowing just 105.9 points per 100 po se sions in the four games -- not exactly a coincidence with Rudy Gobert returning to the lineup. On the other end, Anthony Edwards and D'Angelo Ru sell have both been on fire, combining to average over 54 points and 12 a sists per game on 52 percent 3-point shooting. 1 42-40 13 The Suns were set up for an undefeated week, but they couldn't exorcise their demons against the Mavericks, even with Luka Doncic exiting early in the first quarter. Outside of that blip Phoenix has been playing better, with Luke Witkowski Women Jersey Chris Paul getting right back into the swing of things. He averaged 22.3 points this week on 60 percent shooting with an absurdly efficient 32-to-3 a sist-to-turnover ratio. 1 45-37 14 The Warriors have been trying to build momentum all season, and they may have finally gotten the ball rolling with their first consecutive wins of 2023 over the Grizzlies and Raptors. Steve Kerr said that Steph Curry looked like he had his "pop" back after a masterful 35-point, 11-a sist, seven-rebound performance against Toronto. 6 44-38 15 The Hawks lost to the Bulls and Clippers this week, with a solid road win over the Thunder in between. Trae Young averaged 28.3 points and 11.3 a sists in the three games, but also committed 5.3 turnovers per game and shot just 23 percent from 3-point range. 6 41-41 16 OKC had two home games this week, losing to the Hawks before beating the Cavs. The defense, which has been strong of late, had an uncharacteristic blip in allowing 137 points to Atlanta, but it got back on track Martin St Louis Men Jersey by holding Cleveland to 100 points on Friday. 6 40-42 17 Utah beat the Hornets and Mavs at home this week, with a road lo s to Portland in between. Lauri Markkanen has an open-and-shut All-Star case, averaging 26 points and 6.7 rebounds this week on 52/50/83 shooting splits. -- 37-45 18 Despite the absence of Kristaps Porzingis, the Wizards rattled off wins over the Mavericks, Rockets and Pelicans for a perfect week. Kyle Kuzma always relishes extra offensive opportunity, putting up 24.3 points per game, while Daniel Gafford filled in admirably in the middle with averages of 13 points, nine rebounds and 3.3 blocks. 6 35-47 19 The Mavs showed some serious grit taking down the Suns on the road with Luka Doncic exiting the game after just three minutes. They couldn't keep the non-Luka magic going, however, in a lo s to the Jazz on Saturday. Spencer Dinwiddie took the reins of the offense with Doncic out, averaging 35.5 points, 8.5 a sists and five rebounds on 11-for-17 3-point shooting in the two games. 1 38-44 20 If you're looking at silver linings, you can ignore the Pelicans' 0-4 week and take the positive news that Brandon Ingram played for the first time since Thanksgiving, averaging 17.5 points and 5.5 rebounds in lo ses to the Wolves and Wizards. He also showed some rust, going 12 for 40 from the field and putting up more turnovers than a sists, but New Orleans is ecstatic to see him back in the lineup. 4 42-40 21 The Raptors picked up solid road wins over the Kings and Blazers this week, with a lo s to the Warriors in between. Precious Achiuwa has done an excellent job filling in, averaging 21 points and 9.7 rebounds on 70 percent shooting in the three games. 1 41-41 22 The Blazers beat the Spurs and Jazz to start the week, but failed to take advantage of a Raptors team on a back-to-back on Saturday in Portland. All Damian Lillard did was put up 60 points on 29 shots in the win over Utah, while averaging 42.3 for the week on 51 percent 3-point shooting. 1 33-49 23 Two steps forward, two steps back for the Bulls, who beat the Hawks and Magic this week but also lost to the undermanned Pacers and the struggling Hornets. Even in the lo ses, the defense looked good this week, allowing just 108.5 points per 100 po se sions. 2 40-42 24 Thanks to the non-call heard round the world in an eventual overtime lo s to the Celtics, the Lakers came away with only one win this week. Big picture-wise, Anthony Davis made his return to the court and looked just slightly rusty, averaging 18.5 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks on 43 percent shooting in two games. 5 43-39 25 The Pacers finally got a win without Tyrese Haliburton, beating the Bulls on Tuesday, but things went back down the tubes with consecutive lo ses to the Magic, Bucks and Grizzlies. On a positive note, Indiana locked up big man Myles Turner on what seems like a fair extension, ending rampant trade speculation (for now, at least). -- 35-47 26 Orlando kept up its inexplicable dominance in a win over the Celtics last Monday, while finishing 2-2 for the week. The huge news is that Jonathan Isaac took the court for the first time since the 2020 bubble and was relatively productive, averaging 6.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.7 steals in nine minutes per game. -- 34-48 27 You start to get healthy and boom, look what happens. The Hornets won consecutive games against the Bulls and Heat with a relatively full roster, as Gordon Hayward became the first player in franchise history to score at least 20 points without mi sing a single shot (field goals, 3-pointers and free throws) against Miami on Sunday. -- 27-55 28 A two-win week is always reason to celebrate for the Rockets, whose improbable victory over the Pistons on Saturday came without Jalen Green, Kevin Porter Jr. and Alperen Sengun as an animated John Lucas coached from the sideline. Sengun continues to be the offensive engine, averaging 18.7 points, 8.3 rebounds and eight a sists on 63 percent shooting in three games this week. 2 22-60 29 The Pistons scored 130 points in back-to-back games this week, including a win over the Nets, but followed that up with a horrific lo s to the Rockets without their three best offensive players. 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In three games against the (14-19) last season, (22-11) swingman averaged 19 points, 6.7 rebounds Valtteri Filppula Women Jersey and six a sists. He won't be available for the Bucks on Wednesday when the teams meet for the second time this season, as Milwaukee looks to snap a three-game losing streak. Chicago won the first matchup between the two in late November when scored 36 points in a 118-113 victory.Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET from the United Center, where Chicago is 7-8 this season. Milwaukee is favored by 2.5 points in the latest Bulls vs. Bucks odds from Caesars Sportsbook, and the over/under is set at 231. Before entering any Bucks vs. Bulls picks, you'll want to .The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past four-plus seasons. The model enters Week 11 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 33-13 roll on all top-rated this season, returning almost $ Claude Giroux Kids Jersey 1,800. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.Now, the model has set its sights on . You can head to SportsLine to . Here are several for Bucks vs. Bulls:Bulls vs. Bucks spread: Bulls +2.5Bulls vs. Bucks over/under: 231 pointsBulls vs. Bucks money line: Chicago +115, Milwaukee -135Bulls vs. Bucks picks: Featured Game | Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks Moneyline Spread Total CHI MIL What you need to know Kevin Hayes Jersey about the Bulls Chicago struggled through a disappointing lo s to the lowly on Monday, 133-118. Center wasn't much of a difference maker for Chicago, and he finished with just 10 points on 4-for-13 shooting in his 29 minutes. DeRozan was the top scorer for the Bulls, and he came away with 31 points, nine a sists and five rebounds.The Bulls had won their previous three games before slipping against Houston. Over their last four games overall, they've shot 50.3% from the field and hit 38.8% of their 3-pointers. Chicago has been without one of its defensive stoppers in for the past two games with a shoulder injury, but he is questionable to return on Wednesday. In his absence, Chicago's opponents shot 52.8% from the floor and hit 41.8% of their threes.What you need to know about the Bucks Milwaukee's recent frustrations continued on Christmas when it lost to the , 139-118. The losing side was boosted by point guard , who had 23 points and seven a sists in addition to six rebounds. However, the Bucks will be without Holiday on Wednesday as he deals with an illne s.One of the things that Milwaukee has excelled at this season has been clearing Michael Raffl Men Jersey the boards, as the Bucks lead the league in defensive rebounds (36.3) and are second in total rebounds (48) per game. In addition to leading the team in scoring, is the team's top rebounder, with 11.2 per game, and averages 10.0 per outing. Meanwhile, rebounding isn't Chicago's forte, as the Bulls rank 26th in the league in total rebounds, with 42 per contest. Sean Couturier Women Jersey How to make Bucks vs. Bulls picksThe model has simulated Bulls vs. Bucks 10,000 times and the results are in. We can tell you that the model is leaning Over, and it's also generated a point-spread pick that is hitting in well over 50% of simulations. You can only Who wins Bulls vs. Bucks? And which side of the spread hits in well over 50% of simulations? , and find out! Click here Click here Click here

The pushed their winning streak to seven and continued their climb up the Eastern Conference standings with a 142-118 dismantling of the on Wednesday night. After a relatively slow start to the season, the Knicks are playing their best ball at the right time, with the playoffs rapidly approaching.The Knicks have the second-longest active winning steak in the NBA, behind only the ' string 16 victories. At 37-27, the Knicks have already equaled their win total from last season, and they now sit just a game and a half behind the for the fourth seed in the East with 18 games left to play.As they have been all season, the Knicks were Corey Schneider Jersey led by the duo of and in the victory over the floundering Nets, who have dropped four straight. Brunson tallied Pavel Zacha Kids Jersey 39 points, six a sists and five rebounds, while Randle added 21 points, eight rebounds and eight a sists.While Randle is a familiar face in New York, Brunson is the new addition, and his signing has proved to be one of the most monumental moves made last summer. While some wondered if the Knicks overpaid for Brunson prior to the start of the season, he seems to have made it a mi sion to prove that they didn't. Over the past 15 games, Brunson is averaging nearly 29 points per performance while adding close to six a sists and shooting well over 50 percent from the field. Brunson's presence has opened things up for New York's offense in a major way. They currently have the fifth-ranked offense in the entire NBA after finishing 23rd overall in that category last season. His impact is evident to everyone, including his teammates."It's just great," of playing with Brunson after the win over Brooklyn. "It makes the game easier for all of us. He's making plays and being efficient, and Nikita Okhotyuk Women Jersey we're winning." It's not just Brunson and Randle, though. The Knicks have been getting contributions from up and down the roster during their current streak. has provided reliable, consistent production off of the bench, and has been a decent, albeit somewhat inconsistent, third option. Also, after mi sing over a month of action following thumb surgery, has posted four straight double-doubles. , who the Knicks traded for prior to Joseph Blandisi Jersey the trade deadline, has also made a positive two-way impact. He's averaged over 12 points, five rebounds and three a sists per performance. New York's current winning streak also happens to coincide with Hart's arrival, as he's 7-0 as a Knick."I feel like right now we are clicking on all cylinders," guard said. "Everybody is playing unselfish and playing for one another." As a team with the seventh-best net rating in the NBA, the Knicks are really starting to feel like a legitimate playoff team as opposed to a postseason hopeful, which is how they were viewed earlier in the season. The results back that up, too, as they recorded victories over the , , and in February. All of those teams are in the thick of the playoff picture in the East. If they continue to play at the high level they've established over the past couple of weeks, the Knicks will not only ensure that they'll avoid the play-in tournament, but they'll also have a real chance to move up into the fourth spot in the standings, which would mean home court advantage in the first round. After failing to qualify for postseason play last year, that would be a pretty impre sive accomplishment. The team has bigger goals though."We don't want to make the playoffs. We want to make run in the Scott Wedgewood Women Jersey playoffs," . "And I think we have the capability to do that." Click here Click here Click here