1.) Kevin Durant vs. Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors' struggles without Steph Curry.

2.) The Portland TrailBlazers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Los Angeles Clippers are curretnly tied for 1st place in the Western Conference.

3.) The Washington Wizards finally seem ready to blow it up, per Woj. The Charlotte Hornets have reportedly incquired about Bradley Beal.

4.) The Boston Celtics are currently ranked 27th in offensive rating, and continue to sit in the middle of the pack in the Eastern Conference, currently tied for the 6th seed at 9-8.

5.) The Philadelphia 76ers are 3-1 since Jimmy Butler's arrival, and Butler is averaging 18.3 PPG, 3.3 REB, 3.5 AST, 1.5 STL, while shooting 42.9% from deep.

6.) Markelle Fultz, per his lawyer's advice, will sit out until he sees a shoulder specialist.

7.) J.R. Smith recently accused the Cleveland Cavaliers of tanking, and is now away from the team as they seek a trade. He has been reluctant to a buyout.

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