Cavs Look To Get Back On Track At Home
By Dan Bruno
The Cleveland Cavaliers play host to the Charlotte Hornets at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Wednesday evening.
This marks the first game back home after a three-game home stand for the Cavs (6-21), where they went 1-2, with a win in San Antonio, followed by losses in Milwaukee and Toronto. This marks the beginning of a three-game home stand for the Cavs, but they have lost six in a row at home and are 3-10 at home this season. The Cavs are averaging 103.7 points per game, which is third fewest in the league, while they are giving up an average of 114.2 points against. They average 21.3 assists per game, which is also third fewest in the league. Collin Sexton leads the Cavs with 17.7 points, 2.4 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game. Darius Garland is averaging 11.1 points, 1.9 rebounds and a team-high 3.0 assists per game. Kevin Love is averaging 15.9 points and a team-high 10.6 rebounds per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Hornets (13-17), as they are coming off a solid home win over the Kings on Tuesday nights. Malik Monk came up huge with 23 points, 10 rebounds and four assists, in 27 minutes off the bench, while Cody Zeller totalled 17 points, nine rebounds, four assists and two blocks, in the win. Devonte' Graham continues to play well, averaging team highs with 19.6 points and 7.4 assists per game. Terry Rozier is averaging 16.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game. The Hornets average 104.5 points per game, which is fifth lowest in the league, but are giving up an average of 111.1 points against. They are shooting 43.6 percent from the field, which is fifth worst in the league, however, the Cavs have the sixth lowest field-goal percentage, at 43.8 percent.
This marks the first game back home after a three-game home stand for the Cavs (6-21), where they went 1-2, with a win in San Antonio, followed by losses in Milwaukee and Toronto. This marks the beginning of a three-game home stand for the Cavs, but they have lost six in a row at home and are 3-10 at home this season. The Cavs are averaging 103.7 points per game, which is third fewest in the league, while they are giving up an average of 114.2 points against. They average 21.3 assists per game, which is also third fewest in the league. Collin Sexton leads the Cavs with 17.7 points, 2.4 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game. Darius Garland is averaging 11.1 points, 1.9 rebounds and a team-high 3.0 assists per game. Kevin Love is averaging 15.9 points and a team-high 10.6 rebounds per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a back-to-back for the Hornets (13-17), as they are coming off a solid home win over the Kings on Tuesday nights. Malik Monk came up huge with 23 points, 10 rebounds and four assists, in 27 minutes off the bench, while Cody Zeller totalled 17 points, nine rebounds, four assists and two blocks, in the win. Devonte' Graham continues to play well, averaging team highs with 19.6 points and 7.4 assists per game. Terry Rozier is averaging 16.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game. The Hornets average 104.5 points per game, which is fifth lowest in the league, but are giving up an average of 111.1 points against. They are shooting 43.6 percent from the field, which is fifth worst in the league, however, the Cavs have the sixth lowest field-goal percentage, at 43.8 percent.
Raptors and Pistons Face Off in Motor City
The Toronto Raptors take on the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday night.
The Raptors (18-8) seem to be emerging from a recent slump in strong fashion, as they'll come into Wednesday's contest having won three of their past four games. Their most recent success came at the expense of the Cleveland Cavaliers, which they throttled by a 133-113 score Monday night. Pascal Siakam paced the Raptors with 33 points, adding four rebounds and four assists. Norman Powell poured in 26 points and complemented them with six rebounds, five assists and four steals. Kyle Lowry generated a 20-point, 11-assist double-double that also included four rebounds. Serge Ibaka furnished 14 points and five boards.
The Raptors will be without Fred VanVleet (knee) and Matt Thomas (finger) in Wednesday's game, while Stanley Johnson (groin) is likely to sit as well.
The Pistons (11-16) have faced plenty of adversity this season, but they'll come into Wednesday's game with a solid 5-3 record over their last eight games. However, one of their three defeats during that span came their last time on the floor, when they fell to the Washington Wizards by a 133-119 score Monday night in a game they had to play without Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin due to injury. Derrick Rose and Markieff Morris co-led the Pistons with matching 22-point tallies, with Rose adding eight assist and six rebounds. Bruce Brown delivered 20 points, six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. Luke Kennard and Christian Wood scored 14 and 12 points, respectively, with each also pulling down six rebounds.
The Pistons expect to have Drummond (eye) and Griffin (knee) back for Wednesday's game. Reggie Jackson (back) and Khyri Thomas (foot) will remain out.
Wednesday's game marks the second of four meetings between the teams this season. The Raptors hold a 1-0 series lead, having notched a 125-113 win on Oct. 30.
The Raptors (18-8) seem to be emerging from a recent slump in strong fashion, as they'll come into Wednesday's contest having won three of their past four games. Their most recent success came at the expense of the Cleveland Cavaliers, which they throttled by a 133-113 score Monday night. Pascal Siakam paced the Raptors with 33 points, adding four rebounds and four assists. Norman Powell poured in 26 points and complemented them with six rebounds, five assists and four steals. Kyle Lowry generated a 20-point, 11-assist double-double that also included four rebounds. Serge Ibaka furnished 14 points and five boards.
The Raptors will be without Fred VanVleet (knee) and Matt Thomas (finger) in Wednesday's game, while Stanley Johnson (groin) is likely to sit as well.
The Pistons (11-16) have faced plenty of adversity this season, but they'll come into Wednesday's game with a solid 5-3 record over their last eight games. However, one of their three defeats during that span came their last time on the floor, when they fell to the Washington Wizards by a 133-119 score Monday night in a game they had to play without Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin due to injury. Derrick Rose and Markieff Morris co-led the Pistons with matching 22-point tallies, with Rose adding eight assist and six rebounds. Bruce Brown delivered 20 points, six rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal. Luke Kennard and Christian Wood scored 14 and 12 points, respectively, with each also pulling down six rebounds.
The Pistons expect to have Drummond (eye) and Griffin (knee) back for Wednesday's game. Reggie Jackson (back) and Khyri Thomas (foot) will remain out.
Wednesday's game marks the second of four meetings between the teams this season. The Raptors hold a 1-0 series lead, having notched a 125-113 win on Oct. 30.
76ers Look To Remain Undefeated At Home
By Dan Bruno
The Philadelphia 76ers play host to the Miami Heat at Wells Fargo Center on Wednesday evening.
The 76ers (20-8) are 14-0 at home, as they remain the only team in the league that is unbeaten at home. They are coming off a loss in their most recent contest but have won eight of the last 10 games and sit second place in the East. The Sixers are averaging 109.3 points per game and are giving up an average of 104.1 points against, which is third fewest in the league. They are averaging 26.5 assists per game, which is fourth most in the league, and averaging 8.7 steals per game, which is third most in the league. Joel Embiid leads the 76ers with team highs of 22.8 points, 12.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. Tobias Harris is averaging 19.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. Ben Simmons is averaging 14.3 points and team highs of 8.2 assists and 2.1 steals per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the third and final game of a road trip for the Heat (19-8), where they have gone 1-1, with a win in Dallas, followed by a loss in Memphis on Monday. The Heat are 3-2 in the last five road games and are 8-7 on the road. The Heat are averaging 112.2 points per game, while they are holding their opponents to an average of 107.3 points per game. The Heat are averaging 38.2 percent from long range, which is third best in the league. However, they are giving up an average of 15.7 turnovers per game, which sis second most in the league. Jimmy Butler leads the Heat with team highs of 21.2 points, 6.8 assists and 2.1 steals per game. Bam Adebayo is averaging 15.2 points and team highs of 10.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. Kendrick Nunn continues his impressive rookie season, averaging 16.1 points, 3.6 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game.
The 76ers (20-8) are 14-0 at home, as they remain the only team in the league that is unbeaten at home. They are coming off a loss in their most recent contest but have won eight of the last 10 games and sit second place in the East. The Sixers are averaging 109.3 points per game and are giving up an average of 104.1 points against, which is third fewest in the league. They are averaging 26.5 assists per game, which is fourth most in the league, and averaging 8.7 steals per game, which is third most in the league. Joel Embiid leads the 76ers with team highs of 22.8 points, 12.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. Tobias Harris is averaging 19.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. Ben Simmons is averaging 14.3 points and team highs of 8.2 assists and 2.1 steals per game.
Meanwhile, this marks the third and final game of a road trip for the Heat (19-8), where they have gone 1-1, with a win in Dallas, followed by a loss in Memphis on Monday. The Heat are 3-2 in the last five road games and are 8-7 on the road. The Heat are averaging 112.2 points per game, while they are holding their opponents to an average of 107.3 points per game. The Heat are averaging 38.2 percent from long range, which is third best in the league. However, they are giving up an average of 15.7 turnovers per game, which sis second most in the league. Jimmy Butler leads the Heat with team highs of 21.2 points, 6.8 assists and 2.1 steals per game. Bam Adebayo is averaging 15.2 points and team highs of 10.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. Kendrick Nunn continues his impressive rookie season, averaging 16.1 points, 3.6 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game.
Wizards Look To Build On Recent Win
By Dan Bruno
The Washington Wizards play host to the Chicago Bulls at Capital One Arena on Wednesday evening.
The Wizards (8-17) snapped a four-game losing streak with a win in their most recent contest, but they are 3-7 in their last 10 games. The Wizards have dropped three of their last four home games and are 4-6 at home. They are averaging 118.0 points per game, which is fourth most in the league, but they are giving up a league-worst 122.2 points per game. The Wizards are shooting 37.6 percent from long range, which is fifth best in the league. They also average 28.1 assists per game, which is second most in the league. Bradley Beal leads the Wizards with team highs of 27.8 points and 7.0 assists per game. Davis Bertans has stepped up for Washington and is now the team's second-highest scorer, averaging 15.4 points per game, while shooting 48 percent from long range. Rui Hachimura (groin) left the Wizards' last contest and remains questionable for action on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a four-game road trip for the Bulls (10-19), which began with a tough loss in OKC on Monday. The Bulls have lost two straight on the road, where they are 4-9, so far. The Bulls average 105.5 points per game but are giving up an average of 107.4 points against. They are averaging a league-best 10.0 steals per game, but are giving up 47.9 rebounds per game, which is third most in the league. Zach LaVine leads the Bulls with 23.2 points per game. Lauri Markkanen has picked up his game lately, averaging 16.1 points on 47 percent shooting, over his last 10 games. Wendell Carter Jr. is averaging 12.0 points and a team-high 9.8 rebounds per game.
The Wizards (8-17) snapped a four-game losing streak with a win in their most recent contest, but they are 3-7 in their last 10 games. The Wizards have dropped three of their last four home games and are 4-6 at home. They are averaging 118.0 points per game, which is fourth most in the league, but they are giving up a league-worst 122.2 points per game. The Wizards are shooting 37.6 percent from long range, which is fifth best in the league. They also average 28.1 assists per game, which is second most in the league. Bradley Beal leads the Wizards with team highs of 27.8 points and 7.0 assists per game. Davis Bertans has stepped up for Washington and is now the team's second-highest scorer, averaging 15.4 points per game, while shooting 48 percent from long range. Rui Hachimura (groin) left the Wizards' last contest and remains questionable for action on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, this marks the second game of a four-game road trip for the Bulls (10-19), which began with a tough loss in OKC on Monday. The Bulls have lost two straight on the road, where they are 4-9, so far. The Bulls average 105.5 points per game but are giving up an average of 107.4 points against. They are averaging a league-best 10.0 steals per game, but are giving up 47.9 rebounds per game, which is third most in the league. Zach LaVine leads the Bulls with 23.2 points per game. Lauri Markkanen has picked up his game lately, averaging 16.1 points on 47 percent shooting, over his last 10 games. Wendell Carter Jr. is averaging 12.0 points and a team-high 9.8 rebounds per game.
T'Wolves Host Pelicans on Wednesday
The Minnesota Timberwolves play host to the New Orleans Pelicans at Target Center on Wednesday.
The Pelicans (6-22) come into this matchup losing 13-straight games which is simply an inexcusable stretch from a roster this talented. Many people actually had this team pegged to make the playoffs before the season tipped-off but that is nearly impossible at this point. While it's easy to blame the Zion Williamson injury as the main reason for the struggles, that's simply not the case. There are still plenty of capable players on this roster and it's crazy to see them near the bottom of the Western Conference standings. What makes it even more bizarre is the fact that Brandon Ingram is having a breakout season, carrying this team seemingly every single night. That means some more moves may be around the corner because something needs to change.
The Timberwolves (10-15) have a lengthy losing streak of their own, carrying a seven-game skid into this matchup. This is yet another team where it's hard to understand the ineptitude, with players like Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jeff Teague running the show. That's too many good players to have a losing streak like this and it's clear that the 28th-ranked defense is a major reason why. That's been an ugly trend for this team for years now and one has to wonder if it's because of personnel or because of the culture. In any case, this franchise could be in for some big moves too if things don't turn around rather quickly.
Minnesota has dominated this series over recent years, winning six of their last eight games over New Orleans.
The Pelicans (6-22) come into this matchup losing 13-straight games which is simply an inexcusable stretch from a roster this talented. Many people actually had this team pegged to make the playoffs before the season tipped-off but that is nearly impossible at this point. While it's easy to blame the Zion Williamson injury as the main reason for the struggles, that's simply not the case. There are still plenty of capable players on this roster and it's crazy to see them near the bottom of the Western Conference standings. What makes it even more bizarre is the fact that Brandon Ingram is having a breakout season, carrying this team seemingly every single night. That means some more moves may be around the corner because something needs to change.
The Timberwolves (10-15) have a lengthy losing streak of their own, carrying a seven-game skid into this matchup. This is yet another team where it's hard to understand the ineptitude, with players like Andrew Wiggins, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jeff Teague running the show. That's too many good players to have a losing streak like this and it's clear that the 28th-ranked defense is a major reason why. That's been an ugly trend for this team for years now and one has to wonder if it's because of personnel or because of the culture. In any case, this franchise could be in for some big moves too if things don't turn around rather quickly.
Minnesota has dominated this series over recent years, winning six of their last eight games over New Orleans.
Grizzlies Host Thunder on Wednesday
The Oklahoma City Thunder play host to the Memphis Grizzlies at Chesapeake Energy Arena on Wednesday.
The Grizzlies (10-17) come into this matchup winning four of their last five games, with the only loss coming against the Milwaukee Bucks. That's a team that many opponents have struggled with this season and it shows just how good this Memphis team is playing right now. The unfortunate part about that is the start the Grizzlies got off to. They started with a 6-16 record and that appears to be too deep of a hole to dig out of. The young talent has fans mesmerized though, with Ja Morant being the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year and Jaren Jackson showing flashes of brilliance in that stretch. That pairs nicely with veterans like Jae Crowder and Jonas Valanciunas, making this a team no one wants to face when they're fully healthy.
The Thunder (12-14) come into this matchup winning six of their last nine games. What makes that stretch even more impressive is the fact that the three losses all came against playoff contenders. That's what we expected to see from this club all season and they're finally creeping closer to .500 with this recent run. Trade rumors have been swirling around this team ever since they got rid of Russell Westbrook and Paul George but the winning ways have people thinking differently. A core with Chris Paul, Steven Adams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Danilo Gallinari are plenty good to compete but they're still one piece short. That means they may find themselves as a target right before the trade deadline but it's very possible that they might become a buyer instead. This organization has had no problem landing big players in the past and they're definitely a club that needs to be monitored over the coming months.
Oklahoma City has dominated this series over recent years, winning nine of their last 10 games over Memphis.
The Grizzlies (10-17) come into this matchup winning four of their last five games, with the only loss coming against the Milwaukee Bucks. That's a team that many opponents have struggled with this season and it shows just how good this Memphis team is playing right now. The unfortunate part about that is the start the Grizzlies got off to. They started with a 6-16 record and that appears to be too deep of a hole to dig out of. The young talent has fans mesmerized though, with Ja Morant being the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year and Jaren Jackson showing flashes of brilliance in that stretch. That pairs nicely with veterans like Jae Crowder and Jonas Valanciunas, making this a team no one wants to face when they're fully healthy.
The Thunder (12-14) come into this matchup winning six of their last nine games. What makes that stretch even more impressive is the fact that the three losses all came against playoff contenders. That's what we expected to see from this club all season and they're finally creeping closer to .500 with this recent run. Trade rumors have been swirling around this team ever since they got rid of Russell Westbrook and Paul George but the winning ways have people thinking differently. A core with Chris Paul, Steven Adams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Danilo Gallinari are plenty good to compete but they're still one piece short. That means they may find themselves as a target right before the trade deadline but it's very possible that they might become a buyer instead. This organization has had no problem landing big players in the past and they're definitely a club that needs to be monitored over the coming months.
Oklahoma City has dominated this series over recent years, winning nine of their last 10 games over Memphis.
Nuggets Host Magic on Wednesday
The Orlando Magic travel to Colorado to face the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center on Wednesday.
The Magic (12-15) have really struggled away from home this season, posting a 4-9 road record. What makes that even more difficult here is the fact that Orlando has one of the toughest back-to-backs in the NBA. The Magic narrowly lost to the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Tuesday and that's going to make this game even tougher. Like past seasons, it's all about the offensive and defensive splits. In fact, Orlando currently sits fifth in total defense while allowing the second-fewest points in the NBA. The only team with a better mark is their opponent here and that should make for a low-scoring battle between two defensively-minded teams.
The Nuggets (17-8) come into this matchup winning three-straight which actually snapped their worst stretch of the season. Prior to that, Denver lost five of their previous six games and it appears that was just a blip on the radar. The one thing that Mike Malone is desperate for is some consistency on the offensive end of the floor. While the defense has been elite, the 23rd-ranked offense is simply not good enough for a team with so many talented players. The good news is that Nikola Jokic's early-season slump appears to be a thing of the past, averaging 23.7 points, 10.5 rebounds and 7.3 assists over his last six games in total.
Denver won the first meeting between these teams, 91-87, on November 2. That gives the Nuggets seven-straight wins over the Magic dating back four years.
The Magic (12-15) have really struggled away from home this season, posting a 4-9 road record. What makes that even more difficult here is the fact that Orlando has one of the toughest back-to-backs in the NBA. The Magic narrowly lost to the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Tuesday and that's going to make this game even tougher. Like past seasons, it's all about the offensive and defensive splits. In fact, Orlando currently sits fifth in total defense while allowing the second-fewest points in the NBA. The only team with a better mark is their opponent here and that should make for a low-scoring battle between two defensively-minded teams.
The Nuggets (17-8) come into this matchup winning three-straight which actually snapped their worst stretch of the season. Prior to that, Denver lost five of their previous six games and it appears that was just a blip on the radar. The one thing that Mike Malone is desperate for is some consistency on the offensive end of the floor. While the defense has been elite, the 23rd-ranked offense is simply not good enough for a team with so many talented players. The good news is that Nikola Jokic's early-season slump appears to be a thing of the past, averaging 23.7 points, 10.5 rebounds and 7.3 assists over his last six games in total.
Denver won the first meeting between these teams, 91-87, on November 2. That gives the Nuggets seven-straight wins over the Magic dating back four years.
Celtics Tangle With Mavericks in Texas
The Boston Celtics take on the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on Wednesday night.
As their record indicates, the Celtics (17-7) have enjoyed a fine season overall, but they'll come into Wednesday's contest with a rare two-game losing streak in tow. Boston's most recent stumble came against the division-rival 76ers, which toppled them by a 115-109 score last Thursday night. Kemba Walker paced the Celtics with 29 points, adding eight assists, one rebound and one block. Enes Kanter supplied 20 points and nine boards. Gordon Hayward delivered 19 points, five assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block. Daniel Theis and Jayson Tatum contributed 16 and 15 points, respectively.
The Celtics will likely list Tatum (illness) as questionable for Wednesday's game. while Marcus Smart (eye), Vincent Poirier (finger) and Robert Williams (hip) will remain out.
The Mavericks (18-8) are in the midst of an impressive season in their own right, but they recently suffered a huge personnel loss in the form of star guard Luka Doncic, who will miss approximately two weeks with an ankle sprain. Doncic's absence is what made Dallas' 120-116 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night all the more impressive. Kristaps Porzingis and Seth Curry co-led the Mavericks with 26 points, with Porzingis also pulling down 12 rebounds. Dorian Finney-Smith provided 15 points, and eight boards. Jalen Brunson and Delon Wright generated matching 13-point tallies, with Brunson also dishing out 11 assists as Doncic's replacement at point guard. Maxi Kleber supplied 10 points and seven boards.
Other than Doncic, the Mavericks do not have any other injuries to report.
Wednesday's game marks the second and final meeting of the season for Boston and Dallas. The Celtics hold a 1-0 series lead, having notched a 116-106 win Nov. 11.
As their record indicates, the Celtics (17-7) have enjoyed a fine season overall, but they'll come into Wednesday's contest with a rare two-game losing streak in tow. Boston's most recent stumble came against the division-rival 76ers, which toppled them by a 115-109 score last Thursday night. Kemba Walker paced the Celtics with 29 points, adding eight assists, one rebound and one block. Enes Kanter supplied 20 points and nine boards. Gordon Hayward delivered 19 points, five assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block. Daniel Theis and Jayson Tatum contributed 16 and 15 points, respectively.
The Celtics will likely list Tatum (illness) as questionable for Wednesday's game. while Marcus Smart (eye), Vincent Poirier (finger) and Robert Williams (hip) will remain out.
The Mavericks (18-8) are in the midst of an impressive season in their own right, but they recently suffered a huge personnel loss in the form of star guard Luka Doncic, who will miss approximately two weeks with an ankle sprain. Doncic's absence is what made Dallas' 120-116 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night all the more impressive. Kristaps Porzingis and Seth Curry co-led the Mavericks with 26 points, with Porzingis also pulling down 12 rebounds. Dorian Finney-Smith provided 15 points, and eight boards. Jalen Brunson and Delon Wright generated matching 13-point tallies, with Brunson also dishing out 11 assists as Doncic's replacement at point guard. Maxi Kleber supplied 10 points and seven boards.
Other than Doncic, the Mavericks do not have any other injuries to report.
Wednesday's game marks the second and final meeting of the season for Boston and Dallas. The Celtics hold a 1-0 series lead, having notched a 116-106 win Nov. 11.
Warriors and Trail Blazers Face Off in Western Conference Showdown
The Golden State Warriors take on the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on Wednesday night.
The Warriors (5-23) sport a record that says everything about how their season has gone thus far, and fittingly, they'll come into Wednesday's game having dropped eight of their last nine contests. Their most recent defeat came against the Sacramento Kings, which toppled them by a 100-79 score on Sunday night. Willie Cauley-Stein led the way with 14 points, adding five rebounds, two assists and six steals. Damion Lee delivered 13 points, five rebounds, five assists and one steal. Alec Burks totaled 11 points off the bench, D'Angelo Russell mustered just eight points on 2-for-9 shooting but also dished out eight assists.
The Warriors will continue to be without Stephen Curry (hand) and Klay Thompson (knee) for Wednesday's game.
The Trail Blazers (11-16) come into Wednesday's contest looking to right their own ship to an extent, as they've dropped four of their last seven games. Their most recent time on the court did result in a win, however, as they edged the Phoenix Suns by a 111-110 score Monday night. C.J. McCollum led the way with 30 points, complementing them with seven rebounds and six assists. Damian Lillard delivered 27 points, five assists and one rebound. Carmelo Anthony supplied 23 points, eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals. Kent Bazemore went for 11 points, while Hassan Whiteside contributed a 10-point, 14-rebound double-double that also included three blocks and one steal.
The Trail Blazers will list Mario Hezonja (back) as questionable for Wednesday's game, while Nassir Little (back) will carry a probable tag. Jusuf Nurkic (leg), Zach Collins (shoulder) and Rodney Hood (Achilles) will be out.
The Warriors (5-23) sport a record that says everything about how their season has gone thus far, and fittingly, they'll come into Wednesday's game having dropped eight of their last nine contests. Their most recent defeat came against the Sacramento Kings, which toppled them by a 100-79 score on Sunday night. Willie Cauley-Stein led the way with 14 points, adding five rebounds, two assists and six steals. Damion Lee delivered 13 points, five rebounds, five assists and one steal. Alec Burks totaled 11 points off the bench, D'Angelo Russell mustered just eight points on 2-for-9 shooting but also dished out eight assists.
The Warriors will continue to be without Stephen Curry (hand) and Klay Thompson (knee) for Wednesday's game.
The Trail Blazers (11-16) come into Wednesday's contest looking to right their own ship to an extent, as they've dropped four of their last seven games. Their most recent time on the court did result in a win, however, as they edged the Phoenix Suns by a 111-110 score Monday night. C.J. McCollum led the way with 30 points, complementing them with seven rebounds and six assists. Damian Lillard delivered 27 points, five assists and one rebound. Carmelo Anthony supplied 23 points, eight rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals. Kent Bazemore went for 11 points, while Hassan Whiteside contributed a 10-point, 14-rebound double-double that also included three blocks and one steal.
The Trail Blazers will list Mario Hezonja (back) as questionable for Wednesday's game, while Nassir Little (back) will carry a probable tag. Jusuf Nurkic (leg), Zach Collins (shoulder) and Rodney Hood (Achilles) will be out.