Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards dropped a career-high 53 points in Saturday's 119-10...

Minnesota Timberwolves guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93912" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93912">Anthony Edwards</a> dropped a career-high 53 points in Saturday's 119-105 loss to the Detroit Pistons.Edwards also sank a personal-best 10 triples over the contest. He went scoreless over nine minutes in the fourth quarter until making a layup with 22.1 seconds left to reach the milestone.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
53 POINTS. (career high) 10 THREES. Anthony Edwards left it all on the floor in Detroit 🔥 <a href="https://t.co/bx5uADak31">pic.twitter.com/bx5uADak31</a>— NBA (@NBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1875737014873776436?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>No other Timberwolves player scored more than 17 points. Five players scored less than 10, with veteran guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/227" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/227">Mike Conley</a> recording zero.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Pistons led by as much as 24 points in the contest.Minnesota has now lost its last three games and six of its previous 10 to drop its record to 17-17 on the season.Guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96056" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96056">Cade Cunningham</a> led Detroit with 40 points. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44947" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44947">Malik Beasley</a> added 23 points off the Pistons' bench.The Timberwolves host the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday.

DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 4: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 4, 2025 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard plans to make his season debut Saturday against the At...

Los Angeles Clippers forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4200" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4200">Kawhi Leonard</a> plans to make his season debut Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1875400979530572010">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.Leonard was upgraded from out to questionable Friday. The Clippers are "hopeful" that he'll play after they assess him in the morning, a source told <a href="https://x.com/BA_Turner/status/1875401007615885477">Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times</a>.The 33-year-old has yet to play this season due to lingering inflammation in his right knee. Leonard underwent a third procedure on his knee in four years. He was originally part of Team USA's Olympic training camp but was ultimately held out of the tournament.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Leonard averaged 23.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.6 steals across 68 games last campaign. He missed the final eight games of the regular season and only appeared in two contests during the postseason.The Clippers have been able to withstand his absence, ranking seventh in the Western Conference with a 19-15 record.

DALLAS, TX - April 26: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers warms up before the game against the Dallas Mavericks during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs on April 26, 2024 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Report: Kawhi plans to make season debut vs. Hawks

The Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to 14 games with a 117-107 victory over t...

The Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to 14 games with a 117-107 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60411" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60411">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</a> led the Thunder in scoring with 33 points and added seven assists, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96133" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96133">Aaron Wiggins</a> knocked down five 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and finished the contest with 19 points.Oklahoma City ended the Knicks' winning streak at nine contests. The Thunder overcame a 14-point deficit to secure the victory and improve to 29-5 on the season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>New York relied heavily on its starters, with all five players logging at least 40 minutes. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37879" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37879">Mikal Bridges</a> scored 24 points, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37817" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37817">Karl-Anthony Towns</a> added 17 points and 22 rebounds.The Thunder led the Knicks 44-5 in points off the bench.Oklahoma City center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60051">Isaiah Hartenstein</a> faced off against his former team for the first time since leaving in free agency and recorded four points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists.The NBA does not count the Thunder's defeat in the NBA Cup final to the Milwaukee Bucks in December as an official loss. Oklahoma City will host the league-champion Boston Celtics on Sunday, while the Knicks travel to take on the Chicago Bulls on Saturday.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - JANUARY 3: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on January 3, 2025 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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JJ Redick doesn't have time for Charles Barkley's concerns.  The Los Angeles Lakers head coach re...

JJ Redick doesn't have time for Charles Barkley's concerns.The Los Angeles Lakers head coach responded to comments made by the TNT analyst after Barkley <a href="https://x.com/KingCharge/status/1875015462498767060">called</a> Redick a "dead man walking" and questioned his belief in changing the team's fortunes during Thursday's broadcast."I didn't make it all the way through the clip, I gotta be honest with you," Redick said before the team's contest against the Atlanta Hawks, per NBA reporter Mark Medina. "My resting heart rate is probably 64. I watched the clip, it was 64. (I) literally don't care. I have other thoughts, but I don't care."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Lakers coach JJ Redick expressed indifference on Charles Barkley’s viral clap back for JJ recently saying broadcast partners don’t do good enough of a job with celebrating the game <a href="https://t.co/TnmVVTVgaf">pic.twitter.com/TnmVVTVgaf</a>— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkG_Medina/status/1875359814819443114?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Barkley's comments were made in response to Redick's own remarks to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6008384/2024/12/19/jj-redick-lakers-lebron-james-tv-ratings/">The Athletic's Sam Amick and Jovan Buha</a> in December that basketball storytelling doesn't celebrate the game, which was seen as a shot at "Inside the NBA.""If I'm a casual fan, and you tell me every time I turn on the television that the product sucks, well, I'm not going to watch the product. And that's really what has happened over the last 10-to-15 years," Redick told Amick and Buha. "I don't know why. It's not funny to me."Redick's squad beat the Portland Trail Blazers 114-106 on Thursday, bringing the Lakers to 19-14 on the season. Los Angeles is sixth in the Western Conference but one game out from taking the fourth seed away from the Denver Nuggets.The first-time head coach previously served as an analyst for ESPN and hosted "The Old Man and the Three" podcast.

Los Angeles, CA, Thursday, January 2, 2025 - Lakers head coach JJ Redick ponders his next move during a time out in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

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Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs left Friday's 106-97 victory over the Toronto Raptors in a wheelc...

Orlando Magic guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96087" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96087">Jalen Suggs</a> left Friday's 106-97 victory over the Toronto Raptors in a wheelchair after suffering a back injury.Suggs attempted a steal and landed awkwardly on the court. He was eventually ruled out for the remainder of the contest due to back spasms.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Jalen Suggs has left the game with a wheelchair after an awkward fall in the second quarter. <a href="https://t.co/VbbwdY56Rm">pic.twitter.com/VbbwdY56Rm</a>— TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1875355199667044394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 4, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The 23-year-old was in a lot of pain and will be re-evaluated Saturday, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley said postgame, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6036715/2025/01/03/jalen-suggs-injury-back-magic/">The Athletic's Eric Koreen</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Suggs recorded six points on 2-for-7 shooting in 13 minutes before exiting the game. Rookie forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121676" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121676">Tristan da Silva</a> stepped up in Suggs' absence, leading the team in scoring with 25 points. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/76007" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/76007">Goga Bitadze</a> almost recorded a triple-double, contributing 11 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists. The Magic have been bit by the injury bug - <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102767" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102767">Paolo Banchero</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96086" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96086">Franz Wagner</a> have missed significant time with oblique injuries. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45014" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45014">Moe Wagner</a> is out for the season due to a torn ACL, and the team is also missing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110254" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110254">Anthony Black</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/25548" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/25548">Gary Harris</a> due to respective back and hamstring injuries.Suggs is averaging a career-high 16.8 points, along with 4.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.5 steals, and a block this campaign.The former fifth overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft made the All-Defensive second team last season.

TORONTO, CANADA - JANUARY 3: Jalen Suggs #4 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball during the game against the Toronto Raptors on January 3, 2025 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. fractured his left hand at shootaround Friday and will m...

Houston Rockets forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102778" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102778">Jabari Smith Jr.</a> fractured his left hand at shootaround Friday and will miss four-to-eight weeks, according to <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1875322681924460881">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.Smith will need surgery on his non-shooting hand, but the date of the procedure has yet to be determined as the team confirms the severity of the injury, per <a href="https://x.com/danielle_lerner/status/1875323660690714891">Danielle Lerner of the Houston Chronicle</a>.The 21-year-old is in his third season with the franchise. He's averaged 11.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and an assist over 30.9 minutes in 33 contests this campaign.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Rockets started veteran forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/346" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/346">Jeff Green</a> in Smith's place against the Boston Celtics on Friday. Versatile wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110271" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110271">Amen Thompson</a> will move into the starting lineup after he finishes his two-game suspension, added <a href="https://x.com/danielle_lerner/status/1875341537808425192">Lerner</a>.Houston selected the former Auburn product with the third pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Smith holds career averages of 13 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists.

HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 29: Jabari Smith Jr. #10 of the Houston Rockets dribbles the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on December 29, 2024 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Immanuel Quickley recorded 21 points and a game-high 15 assists as the Toronto Raptors ended an 1...

<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93852" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93852">Immanuel Quickley</a> recorded 21 points and a game-high 15 assists as the Toronto Raptors ended an 11-game losing streak with a 130-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.Quickley previously missed 22 games due to a partial UCL tear in his elbow. He's played three contests this season, averaging 15.3 points, four assists, and two rebounds. After playing in the season opener, he missed eight games due to a hip injury. He returned for two more contests but hadn't played since November due to the elbow injury.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96044" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96044">Scottie Barnes</a> led the team in scoring Wednesday with 33 points, along with 13 rebounds, five assists, and two steals. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110231" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110231">Gradey Dick</a> also returned to the lineup after missing the team's 54-point loss to the Boston Celtics with a hamstring tightness. He scored 22 points, draining a game-high four triples.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Nets forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37658" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37658">Cam Johnson</a> recorded 24 points. Four other Brooklyn players scored in double figures, including <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37752" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37752">D'Angelo Russell</a>, who added 22 points and eight assists off the bench in his return to the franchise as he was re-acquired via trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.Toronto dished out 36 assists compared to Brooklyn's 27. The Raptors also shot 50% from deep as a team, knocking down 16 three-pointers.Quickley joined the franchise, along with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/69533" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/69533">RJ Barrett</a>, through a trade in December 2023 that sent <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/46480" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/46480">OG Anunoby</a> to the New York Knicks. Quickley averaged 18.6 points, 6.8 assists, and 4.8 rebounds in 38 games with Toronto last campaign.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96105" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96105">Davion Mitchell</a> started 14 games during Quickley's absence, while rookie guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121673" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121673">Ja'Kobe Walter</a> notched seven starts.The Raptors host the Orlando Magic on Friday.

TORONTO, CANADA - JANUARY 01: Immanuel Quickley #5 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on January 1, 2025 at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Five-star guard Mikel Brown Jr., the No. 11 prospect on the ESPN 100, committed to Louisville, th...

Five-star guard Mikel Brown Jr., the No. 11 prospect on the ESPN 100, committed to Louisville, the school announced during Wednesday's contest against North Carolina.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Mikel Brown is a CARD <a href="https://t.co/mkEopct17c">pic.twitter.com/mkEopct17c</a>— State of Louisville (@thestateoflou) <a href="https://twitter.com/thestateoflou/status/1874602434657702179?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 1, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Brown is Louisville's first commit for the 2025 cycle. He's the fifth-ranked remaining prospect and the top guard available.The 6-foot-3 guard picked the Cardinals over programs including Alabama, Ole Miss, Texas, UCF, and Indiana.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Louisville is fifth in the ACC with a 9-5 record and a 6-3 conference mark in Pat Kelsey's first season. The Cardinals have won three straight contests.

UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - DECEMBER 19: The Louisville Cardinals logo on their uniform during the game against the Connecticut Huskies in the Basketball Hall of Fame Women's Showcase at Mohegan Sun Arena on December 19, 2021 in Uncasville, Connecticut.

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is week-to-week after he suffered a Grade 1 AC joint sprain in ...

Memphis Grizzlies guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/62077" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/62077">Ja Morant</a> is week-to-week after he suffered a Grade 1 AC joint sprain in his shoulder in a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, the team announced Monday.Morant missed eight games at the beginning of the season due to hip and pelvis injuries. He's missed four contests since due to knee and back ailments, including the team's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.Morant has averaged 21.2 points, 7.9 assists, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in 27.7 minutes of action across 20 games this season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 25-year-old Morant only played nine contests last campaign after suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in January. He also served a 25-game suspension for detrimental conduct to the league after displaying a gun on social media for the second time in three months.The Grizzlies have quite a few players on the injury report, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96118" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96118">Santi Aldama</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45655" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45655">Brandon Clarke</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121683" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121683">Zach Edey</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24740" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24740">Marcus Smart</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102784" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102784">Jake LaRavia</a> set to miss Tuesday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102781" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102781">Vince Williams Jr.</a> has only played three games this campaign, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110272" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110272">GG Jackson</a> has yet to make his season debut.Memphis ranks second in the Western Conference with a 22-11 record.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 27: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on December 27, 2024 at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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The Phoenix Suns are looking to trade center Jusuf Nurkic for another big man, league sources tol...

The Phoenix Suns are looking to trade center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37599" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37599">Jusuf Nurkic</a> for another big man, league sources told <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2024/12/24/phoenix-suns-trade-miami-heat-jusuf-nurkic-sources-nba-deadline/77202231007/">The Arizona Republic's Duane Rankin</a>.Chicago Bulls center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5094" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/5094">Nikola Vucevic</a> and Washington Wizards veteran <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11051">Jonas Valanciunas</a> are among the players included in discussions, according to Rankin.In his second campaign with the Suns, Nurkic is averaging 9.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.7 stocks (steals and blocks combined) in 21 games. The franchise acquired him as part of the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5343" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/5343">Damian Lillard</a> three-team trade in 2023, which also sent former No. 1 pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60079" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60079">Deandre Ayton</a> to the Portland Trail Blazers.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Nurkic is in the third season of a four-year, $70-million contract. In its final year, he'll make $19.4 million.Phoenix also remains interested in Miami Heat forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/2809" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/2809">Jimmy Butler</a> and is having conversations about a trade that would include wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11887" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11887">Bradley Beal</a>, league sources told Rankin.To make the deal work, Beal would need to waive his no-trade clause. The 31-year-old is averaging 18.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.7 stocks with Phoenix this campaign.Butler has a player option this summer and would reportedly accept a trade to the Suns. He's also expressed interest in the Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, and Dallas Mavericks.The Suns have dropped three straight contests, placing them 11th in the Western Conference with a 14-14 record. They take on the Denver Nuggets on Christmas Day.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 10: Jusuf Nurkic #20 of the Phoenix Suns talks with Bradley Beal #3 during a 124-108 win over the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on April 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. said the team's front office reached out to him to say ...

Denver Nuggets forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60530" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60530">Michael Porter Jr.</a> said the team's front office reached out to him to say that his name hasn't been involved in any serious trade talks."They've reached out to me and said it's all noise," Porter said Monday, according to <a href="https://x.com/DNVR_Nuggets/status/1871442446326067613">DNVR Nuggets</a>. "There's nothing serious going on. If there was, they would let me know. They've said they love how I'm playing and to keep being aggressive, and they have no desire to move me right now. But I also know they wouldn't tell me if they wanted to move me."He was <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3163134" href="https://thescore.com/news/3163134">reportedly</a> likely to be included in a package if the Nuggets decided to trade for Chicago Bulls wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30738" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30738">Zach LaVine</a>. Any potential Denver deal for a star player would likely include Porter, as his contract has two years remaining after this season at $38.3 million and $40.8 million.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said he believes there's "nothing to" the trade rumors involving the team, according to <a href="https://x.com/NBABlackburn/status/1871369035495186642">Ryan Blackburn of Mile High Sports</a>.The 26-year-old Porter ranks third on the team in scoring, averaging 18.3 points on 51.8% shooting from the field along with 6.9 rebounds and 2.8 assists.Denver ranks fifth in the Western Conference with a 16-11 record. The Nuggets face the Phoenix Suns on Christmas Day.

PORTLAND, OR - DECEMBER 19: Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers during a regular season game on December 19, 2024 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso has agreed to a four-year, $81-million contract extension...

Oklahoma City Thunder guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/25024" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/25024">Alex Caruso</a> has agreed to a four-year, $81-million contract extension, his agent told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/43115935/alex-caruso-thunder-agree-4-year-81m-extension">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.The extension will keep Caruso under contract through the 2028-29 season.Caruso is averaging 5.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and a career-high 1.9 steals in 19 games with Oklahoma City. He's tied for fifth in the league in steals per game.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Thunder acquired Caruso in an offseason trade with the Chicago Bulls in exchange for wing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96131" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96131">Josh Giddey</a>.Caruso began his career in 2016 with the Thunder's G League affiliate, the Oklahoma City Blue, with current Thunder coach Mark Daigneault serving in the same role for the Blue. The Los Angeles Lakers signed Caruso in 2017, where he made a name for himself as a defensive standout and won a championship in 2020.He joined the Bulls in 2021, making All-Defensive first team in 2023 and second team in 2024.Caruso holds career averages of 6.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.3 steals.

MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 20: Alex Caruso #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks to pass the ball during the game against the Miami Heat on December 20, 2024 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Orlando Magic center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/45014" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/45014">Moritz Wagner</a> left Saturday's 121-114 comeback win over the Miami Heat after suffering a knee injury.Wagner sustained the noncontact injury while driving into the lane against Heat rookie center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121675" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121675">Kel'el Ware</a>.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Hoping for the best for Moe Wagner, who had to be helped off the court tonight 🙏🙏 <a href="https://t.co/jwJoeUNS3h">pic.twitter.com/jwJoeUNS3h</a>— Magic on FanDuel Sports Network (@FanDuelSN_Magic) <a href="https://twitter.com/FanDuelSN_Magic/status/1870630756831351000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Wagner's teammates reacted somberly to the injury, including his brother Franz, who's out with a torn oblique.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 27-year-old played two minutes before exiting the game.The Magic trailed by as much as 25 points but came back to win the contest, outscoring the Heat 37-8 in the final quarter.Wagner is averaging a career-best 13.3 points and 5.1 rebounds, along with 1.4 assists, in 29 contests this season.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93882" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93882">Cole Anthony</a> had his best game of the season, recording 35 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11367" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11367">Kentavious Caldwell-Pope</a> dropped 24 points, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/76007" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/76007">Goga Bitadze</a> added 18 points and 14 rebounds.Three Heat players scored at least 20 points in the defeat, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53731" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53731">Bam Adebayo</a> leading the way with 23 points and seven rebounds.Orlando has dealt with significant injuries to the younger Wagner brother and former No. 1 pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102767" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102767">Paolo Banchero</a>, who's missed 25 games due to an oblique injury. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96087" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96087">Jalen Suggs</a> also missed Saturday's contest with an ankle sprain.The Magic improved to 18-12 with the victory.

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 19: Moritz Wagner #21 of the Orlando Magic prepares to shoot a free throw during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on December 19, 2024 at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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Green Bay head coach and Fox Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb countered social media criticism after his team lost to Division II Michigan Tech despite labeling seemingly inferior opponents as "Nobody U" before the contest.The Phoenix dropped the contest against Michigan Tech 72-70 after leading by as many as 13 points in the second half.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Done with this crap. We scheduled up. Including Michigan Tech. No where ever, have I been critical of anyone on our schedule. Now, back to work. <a href="https://t.co/zfJcA8TlaO">https://t.co/zfJcA8TlaO</a>— Doug Gottlieb (@GottliebShow) <a href="https://twitter.com/GottliebShow/status/1869484674042757476?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>After Green Bay's loss to Milwaukee last week, Gottlieb said he would prefer to play tougher competition for his team to learn.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Part of the reason I want to play better teams is like, it's 2 degrees outside, it's snowing. I don't really like the idea of 'Nobody U' coming in here. What do we learn playing a game where we win by 20? There's a methodology to it, and I'm going to have to adjust moving forward."Green Bay has now lost eight straight contests under Gottlieb, dropping to the bottom of the Horizon League with a 2-11 record. The team is also winless in league play.Michigan Tech guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/players/170800" href="https://thescore.com/ncaab/players/170800">Adam Hobson</a> responded to Gottlieb on social media.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Merry Christmas from Nobody U!🎄 <a href="https://t.co/l8BiCGEH70">https://t.co/l8BiCGEH70</a>— adam (@adamhobson10) <a href="https://twitter.com/adamhobson10/status/1869474147451244715?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Gottlieb, a first-time college head coach, has also drawn criticism on social media for an exchange about Sacramento State's NIL budget with ESPN's Adam Schefter earlier this week. <figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
And Jeezus, Doug. A seven-game losing steak and last place in the Horizon League? Less time on social media and more time in the gym. <a href="https://t.co/r58Fpwfvb8">pic.twitter.com/r58Fpwfvb8</a>— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1868835631310438868?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"Whatever I do is gonna draw a ton of attention," Gottlieb said, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/43047108/doug-gottlieb-green-bay-lose-d-ii-team-u-comment">ESPN's Jeff Borzello</a>. "I have a certain tone sometimes to the way I speak and especially to the way I tweet, which can upset people. I promise you, even though it's in the negative now, it'll be in the positive soon. Keep all the receipts, and we'll just keep doing our job."Gottlieb replaced Sundance Wicks as Green Bay's head coach after the latter left for Wyoming. "I'm as dedicated to this job as any human being has ever been," Gottlieb added. "And I'm going to see it through until we win a Horizon League championship. This is my dream job, and I will not fall short of the 100% effort that's required."The Phoenix square off against undefeated Drake on Saturday.

COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 25: Green Bay Phoenix head coach Doug Gottlieb reacts during the first half of the game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Green Bay Phoenix at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio On November 25, 2024.

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The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 on Tuesday to win the second annual ...

The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 on Tuesday to win the second annual NBA Cup in Las Vegas.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> had a dominant performance, recording a 26-point, 19-rebound, 10-assist triple-double to capture NBA Cup MVP honors. He <a href="https://x.com/NBAPR/status/1869237477594263889">won</a> the award unanimously.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/5343" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/5343">Damian Lillard</a> added 23 points, including five 3-pointers.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The Bucks received their medals and hoisted their NBA Cup trophy 🏆🏅 <a href="https://t.co/baKrrTmDF4">pic.twitter.com/baKrrTmDF4</a>— ESPN (@espn) <a href="https://twitter.com/espn/status/1869235343813169245?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Antetokounmpo joins <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/72" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/72">LeBron James</a> as the only players with MVP trophies from the regular season, Finals, All-Star Game, and NBA Cup.Bucks players will receive $514,970 each for the NBA Cup victory, while each Thunder player will get $205,988 for making the final."We're getting better," Antetokounmpo <a href="https://x.com/NBATV/status/1869236924151390357">said</a> during the trophy presentation. "The last 15 games we've played, we've competed, we've played team basketball, we've trusted one another ... We're playing good basketball."He added: "The job's not done. We have a lot of basketball in front of us."Antetokounmpo said he was happy for Lillard after winning their first trophy together, according to <a href="https://x.com/VinceGoodwill/status/1869244327215722552">Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports</a>."This is just the beginning," Antetokounmpo added.Milwaukee won without forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4789" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4789">Khris Middleton</a>, who <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3162977" href="https://thescore.com/news/3162977">missed</a> the contest with an illness.The Bucks struggled out of the gates this season, going 2-8 over the first 10 games. But Milwaukee has improved over the course of the campaign, reaching a 14-11 record - though the Cup victory doesn't count in its win total.To reach the final game of the in-season tournament, the Bucks had to beat the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks in the knockout stage after going undefeated in group play. They reached the semifinals last season, losing to the eventual finalist Indiana Pacers.Oklahoma City hadn't scored fewer than 99 points in a game this season prior to Tuesday's contest. The Thunder struggled in the second half, scoring only 31 points. They also misfired from deep, going 5-of-32 from beyond the arc.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60411" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60411">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander</a> scored 21 points on 8-of-24 shooting. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102799" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102799">Jalen Williams</a> recorded 18 points, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60051">Isaiah Hartenstein</a> added 16."When you lose a game like tonight, it gives you wisdom," Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault said, according to <a href="https://x.com/NickAGallo/status/1869236281366188492">team reporter Nick Gallo</a>. "It gives you information on yourselves. As long as we're growing through all those experiences, then we'll gain momentum as the season goes on with a young team and a team that's growing through everything."The Los Angeles Lakers won the inaugural NBA Cup last season under current Bucks assistant coach Darvin Ham. Milwaukee forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24646" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24646">Taurean Prince</a> became the first back-to-back Cup winner, as he was on the Lakers last campaign.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 17: Giannis Antetokounmpo (L) #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks lifts the championship trophy as he celebrates with teammates, including Damian Lillard (R) #0, after the Bucks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 to win the championship game of the Emirates NBA Cup at T-Mobile Arena on December 17, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The Denver Nuggets are looking to make a splash.The franchise is looking for a player that can offer help on the offensive end, holding a "significant" focus on Chicago Bulls guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30738" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30738">Zach LaVine</a>, sources told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6002502/2024/12/17/zach-lavine-trade-rumors-nuggets/">The Athletic's Tony Jones and Sam Amick</a>.The Nuggets have also expressed interest or had preliminary trade talks regarding <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60514" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60514">Jordan Poole</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11051">Jonas Valanciunas</a> of the Washington Wizards, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/6245" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/6245">Jordan Clarkson</a> of the Utah Jazz, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37658" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37658">Cam Johnson</a> of the Brooklyn Nets, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53037" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53037">De'Andre Hunter</a> of the Atlanta Hawks.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>LaVine is averaging 21.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists this season for the Bulls. Chicago has <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3088737" href="https://thescore.com/news/3088737">reportedly</a> been looking to trade LaVine since last season and is still open to moving the 29-year-old.The 11-year veteran has two years left on his contract, including a $48.9-million player option for the 2026-27 campaign.Denver's offense <a href="https://www.nba.com/stats/teams/advanced?dir=A&amp;sort=OFF_RATING">remains</a> in the top 10 but has had inconsistent scoring around three-time MVP <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37604" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37604">Nikola Jokic</a>. Nuggets guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44995" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44995">Jamal Murray</a> has struggled, averaging 18.4 points per game on 42.5% field-goal shooting - his lowest efficiency since he was a rookie.A sizeable trade is likely to include forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60530" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60530">Michael Porter Jr.</a>, sources told Jones and Amick. The 26-year-old has averaged a career-best 18.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. The Nuggets rank fifth in the Western Conference with a 14-10 record. They face the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday.

CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 13: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on December 13, 2024 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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In his first public comments since suffering a stroke, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich expressed his gratitude."This has certainly been an unexpected six weeks for my family and me. As we work together on my recovery, I want to take a moment to share that the outpouring of support we've received during this time has been truly overwhelming in the best possible way," he said in a statement. "While I wish I could get back to each one of you, for now, let me say that my family and I are forever grateful. We're thankful for our wonderful community, the entire Spurs organization, and our family and friends."Popovich <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3127541" href="https://thescore.com/news/3127541">suffered</a> a mild stroke on Nov. 2 at the team's home arena and was listed as out with an undisclosed illness before the diagnosis came to light. The 75-year-old led the team to a 2-3 record before the stroke.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Assistant coach Mitch Johnson has taken over on an interim basis, helping the Spurs reach a 13-13 mark.Popovich has spent 29 seasons as the head coach of the Spurs, guiding the franchise to five championships over his tenure. He's the NBA's career leader in victories with 1,390."No one is more excited to see me return to the bench than the talented individuals who have been leading my rehabilitation process," Popovich added. "They've quickly learned that I'm less than coachable."

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 28: Head Coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the Houston Rockets on October 28, 2024 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photos by David DowNBAE via Getty Images)

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Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121672" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121672">Jared McCain</a> is out indefinitely after suffering a torn meniscus in Friday's 121-107 loss to the Indiana Pacers, the team announced Saturday. McCain's injury will require surgery. The Rookie of the Year contender has averaged 15.3 points, 2.6 assists, and 2.4 rebounds in 23 games.The 20-year-old has been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise disastrous season for Philadelphia. The Sixers stand 12th in the Eastern Conference with a 7-16 record, largely because of consistent injuries to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/31932" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/31932">Joel Embiid</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/1889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/1889">Paul George</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Embiid has missed 17 games this campaign. He's dealt with swelling in his knee and served a three-game suspension for pushing a columnist. He also <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3159002" href="https://thescore.com/news/3159002">suffered</a> a sinus fracture in the loss to the Pacers. In just six games this season, he's averaged 20.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists.George has been absent for 10 contests, also because of a knee injury. The 34-year-old is averaging 15.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.3 stocks (steals and blocks) in his first season with the franchise.The Sixers drafted McCain with the 16th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. He spent one season at Duke.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 4: Jared McCain #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic on December 4, 2024 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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The Golden State Warriors officially landed point guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30613" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30613">Dennis Schroder</a> in a trade Sunday with the Brooklyn Nets.Golden State <a href="https://twitter.com/WarriorsPR/status/1868340291587146077">parted</a> with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53030" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53030">De'Anthony Melton</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121722" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121722">Reece Beekman</a>, and three future second-rounders in the deal, only one of which is their own pick in 2029. The other two are 2026 and 2028 selections via the Atlanta Hawks.The Nets are also sending the Warriors a second-round selection in 2025 via the Miami Heat, which is protected from No. 31-37.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The trade was reportedly first agreed upon Saturday. However, it couldn't be completed until Dec. 15 when Melton, who's out for the season with a torn ACL, became trade-eligible.Schroder is averaging 18.4 points on 45.2% field-goal shooting, along with 6.6 assists, three rebounds, and 1.1 steals. The veteran guard is also knocking down a career-best 2.5 shots from three, shooting 38.7%.The Nets have been more competitive than anticipated this campaign, ranking 10th in the Eastern Conference with a 10-15 record.Golden State has gone 3-7 over its past 10 contests, sitting fifth in the Western Conference at 14-10. The 26-year-old Melton signed a one-year contract with the Warriors in the summer but made his sixth and last appearance for the club on Nov. 12.The Warriors had <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3152102" href="https://thescore.com/news/3152102">reportedly</a> been in the market for a second star to pair with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/148" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/148">Stephen Curry</a>. While not considered a star, Schroder would become the team's second-leading scorer behind Curry's 22.8 points per game.The Nets now have 13 second-round picks at their disposal, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/1868048596890980662">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>. Schroder, 31, is in the final season of a two-year, $25.4-million contract he originally signed with the Toronto Raptors in 2023.The journeyman guard has spent 12 seasons in the NBA, also playing for the Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, and Houston Rockets. He holds career averages of 14.2 points, 4.9 assists, and 2.9 rebounds.Beekman, who was not mentioned in initial trade reports, totaled just over four minutes in two games this season for Golden State. The 6-foot-1 guard has been effective in the G League, averaging 18.7 points, 7.3 assists, and 5.2 rebounds in nine contests for the Santa Cruz Warriors. He went undrafted in June following four seasons at Virginia.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 25: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Brooklyn Nets is guarded by Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Chase Center on November 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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The Detroit Pistons are waiving center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93858" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93858">Paul Reed</a>, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1868023282286625137">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.Reed played 12 games with the franchise, averaging 4.8 points and 2.3 rebounds in 10 minutes of action. The Pistons claimed him off waivers after the Philadelphia 76ers released him in July.Detroit made the move for more roster and salary flexibility with the trade deadline coming up in less than two months, according to Charania. The Pistons now fall under the salary floor and will need to reach it by Sunday, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/1868026607128215936">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Reed holds career averages of 5.1 points and 4.1 rebounds, largely playing as a reserve center. He spent the first four seasons of his career with the Sixers.The Pistons look better this campaign compared to their 14-68 finish last season, going 10-16 over the first portion of the season. They take on the Miami Heat on Monday.

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 30: Paul Reed #7 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on November 30, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE

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