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Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives between Dallas Mavericks guards Wesley Matthews (23) and Dennis Smith Jr. (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Leonard scores 33 as Raptors beat Doncic, Mavericks 123-120

By DAVE JACKSON - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney (5) tries to maintain control of the ball against Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving (11) and center Aron Baynes, right, in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Warriors win 10th straight, beat Celtics 115-111

By JIMMY GOLEN - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry smiles on the bench during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Curry accent: Brothers Steph, Seth Curry in 3-point contest

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Brees named 2018 LSWA Headliner of the Year

By JOHN MARCASE - Associated Press

Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender, left, battles for control of the ball with Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets overcome Jokic suspension to beat Suns 132-95

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots between Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) and center Marc Gasol in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Walker expects ‘crazy’ reaction as All-Star starter at home

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo is taken off the court on a stretcher after he was injured during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Pacers lose All-Star Victor Oladipo to season-ending injury

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley (11) shoots ahead of New Orleans Pelicans forward Nikola Mirotic (3) in the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Conley says Grizzlies owner willing to trade him, Gasol

By CLAY BAILEY - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo dunks against Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic during the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)

On Basketball: Giannis’ dunk wins Round 1 against Luka

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) battles for the ball against Detroit Pistons guard Reggie Jackson during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Wizards’ defense steps up in 101-87 victory over Pistons

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

New York Knicks head coach David Fizdale gestures during an NBA basketball game between New York Knicks and Washington Wizards at the O2 Arena, in London, Thursday, Jan.17, 2019. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)

NBA players, coaches appreciate chance to play on MLK Day

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) fouls Detroit Pistons guard Kalin Lucas (6) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Hield beats buzzer, lifts Kings to 103-101 win over Pistons

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) gestures to the crowd after being honored during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Wade helps Heat beat Bulls 117-103

By JOHN JACKSON - Associated Press

San Antonio Spurs' Rudy Gay, left, drives as Minnesota Timberwolves' Andrew Wiggins, center tries to get around Pau Gasol of Spain in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Popovich ties Riley for road wins; Spurs beat Wolves 116-113

By BRIAN HALL - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2019, file photo, New York Knicks center Enes Kanter, of Turkey, warms up prior to the team's NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, in Denver. Turkish media reports said Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, that Turkish prosecutors are seeking an international arrest warrant and had prepared an extradition request for Kanter, accusing him of membership in a terror organisation. Sabah newspaper said prosecutors were seeking an Interpol &quot;Red Notice&quot; citing Kanter's ties to Fethullah Gulen, who Turkey blames for a failed 2016 coup, and accusing him of providing financial support to the group. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

NBA’s Silver backs Kanter’s decision to skip London trip

By ZAC BOYER - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, argues for a call with referee Kevin Cutler in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Nuggets regroup after blowout home loss to Warriors

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

Houston Rockets' James Harden (13) shoots as Brooklyn Nets' Treveon Graham (21) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Harden scores 58 points in Rockets’ OT loss to Nets

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, front, tracks down a loose ball as Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic follows in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Warriors use NBA-record 1st quarter to rout Nuggets 142-111

By PAT GRAHAM - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 3, 2018 file photo, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton shouts to his team in the second half during an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City. Luke Walton began a wellness program for his Lakers coaching staff. Steve Kerr called Steve Clifford in support after each spent significant time away from the sideline because of debilitating headaches among other symptoms. The NBA Coaches Association now provides guidance to its members on everything from diet and exercise to sleep and mental health. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

NBA coaches’ new play: tending to health to cope with grind

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown, left, greets Minnesota Timberwolves' Dario Saric after an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 149-107. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Warriors rout Nuggets after NBA-record 51 in first quarter

By The Associated Press - Associated Press