Cleveland 95, Charlotte 90
It's been nearly six years since LeBron James was on the losing end in a game against a team from Charlotte.
Orlando 114, Milwaukee 90
Everything sure runs smoother when the point guard plays well.
Boston 111, Washington 78
The Washington Wizards don't see Jared Sullinger again until Jan. 16.
Miami 97, New York 78
Gerald Green poured in a season-high 25 points in Miami's 97-78 win over New York on Friday, but his defensive effort against Knicks' star Carmelo Anthony might have been the most impressive part of his night.
Indiana 104, Chicago 92
While most of the NBA is talking about Indiana Pacers' forward Paul George's prolific scoring, George and his teammates are talking about defense.
Houston 116, Philadelphia 114
Guard James Harden poured in a season-high 50 points and carried the Houston Rockets to a fourth-quarter comeback to produced a 116-114 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night at the Toyota Center.
Atlanta 116, Memphis 101
Forward Paul Millsap finished with 23 points and 14 rebounds as the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 116-101 on Friday night at FedExForum.
Oklahoma City 103, Detroit 87
The Detroit Pistons are used to beating up teams. With a front line that includes the league's leading rebounder, there are not many times they meet a squad that can bring more physicality to the game than they can.
San Antonio 91, Denver 80
Forward Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points and guard Tony Parker added 13 as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Denver Nuggets 91-80 on Friday night to win their fourth game in a row.