Indiana 111, Chicago 101
During a spirited Thursday practice, the Indiana Pacers focused on what they could do to snap a season-worst, four-game losing streak.
Washington 118, Brooklyn 95
Smiles were in short supply earlier this season for John Wall and the Washington Wizards. As they end 2016, there's plenty of reason for joy beyond bringing in the New Year.
Boston 117, Miami 114
Miami coach Erik Spoelstra used to coach the Big Three with the Heat.
New Orleans 104, New York 92
It's not exactly a secret weapon and it's only a small sample size, but the New Orleans Pelicans' three-game experiment of playing small ball is working wonders for their spirits -- and for their record.
Houston 140, L.A. Clippers 116
Houston Rockets second-year forward Montrezl Harrell was getting an earful from Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan in the third quarter, absorbing some measure of trash talk with every basket or rebound or influenced shot.
Minnesota 116, Milwaukee 99
In a game that featured several of the NBA's bright young stars, Minnesota's stars shined just a little bit brighter than Milwaukee's.
Atlanta 105, Detroit 98
For one of the few times this season, the Atlanta Hawks looked more like the team that reached the Eastern Conference final than the one that has struggled to find a consistent attack.
San Antonio 110, Portland 94
One of the things that makes San Antonio so tough to beat is its balanced scoring, an aspect that takes a backseat most games to the Spurs' tenacious defense and the dual star power of Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge.
Philadelphia 124, Denver 122
Last year, the Philadelphia 76ers saw a sure win in Denver evaporate on a desperation half-court shot.
Golden State 108, Dallas 99
Kevin Durant has added a new dimension to the Golden State Warriors this season.