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Dec 13, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts toward Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez, after a buzzer beating basket at the end of the second quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots the basketball during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) shoots the basketball during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) shoots the basketball during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers (right) talks to assistant coach David Joerger (left) during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) looks at his cell phone during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) receives ice packs during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) shoots the basketball during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) addresses the media in a press conference during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Emirates NBA Cup-Practice
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) shoots the basketball during practice prior to the Emirates NBA Cup semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena.
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets
Los Angeles Clippers guard Kevin Porter Jr. (77) drives to the net against Denver Nuggets center DeAndre Jordan (6) in the second quarter at Ball Arena.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) drives for a shot against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) dunks the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) goes up for a dunk against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) reacts after a dunk against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers
Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) during the first half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers
Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) during the first half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) drives against Phoenix Suns guard Tyus Jones (21) during the first quarter at Delta Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets
Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) controls the ball as Los Angeles Clippers guard Bones Hyland (5) guards in the second quarter at Ball Arena.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz
Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer watches a play against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Delta Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy watches play against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Delta Center.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts after a three point basket during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
Dec 13, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts as he checks out of the game during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
Dec 13, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts toward Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets
Los Angeles Clippers guard Amir Coffey (7) steals the ball away from Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) as guard Kris Dunn (8) defends in the second quarter at Ball Arena.
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) fouls Los Angeles Clippers guard Amir Coffey (7) in the second quarter at Ball Arena.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers
Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) dunks during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers
Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) dunks during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) reacts after his score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) reacts after his score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) shoots a basket during the second half against San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) at Moda Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (5) enters the court after a timeout in the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) watches the Los Angeles Lakers shoot free throws in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers
San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) looks to pass the ball during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) at Moda Center.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) dribbles the ball during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers
San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) drives to the basket during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) at Moda Center.
NBA: Indiana Pacers at Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers guard Ricky Council IV (14) drives for a shot against Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) fouls Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (5) in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives around Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) during the third quarter at Delta Center.
NBA: Phoenix Suns at Utah Jazz
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (left) and Utah Jazz forward John Collins (right) battle for the ball during the third quarter at Delta Center.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) during the second half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) drives on Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) shoots over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket as Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Schroder (17) defends during the fourth quarter at FedExForum.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum.
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets
Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther (3) dunks the ball against Los Angeles Clippers guard Kevin Porter Jr. (77) as forward Peyton Watson (8) defends in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) tries to block a pass by Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (5) in the second quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) shoots against Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (11) during the second half at the United Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) talks with head coach Billy Donovan during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the United Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (2) high-fives Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the United Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) splits the defense of Los Angeles Lakers guard Max Christie (12) and forward Anthony Davis (3) in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts after scoring while looking at Los Angeles Lakers guard Max Christie (12) in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) reacts after a call that went the way of the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) shoots against Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (0) during the second half at the United Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) drives past Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) and shoots in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) drives under the defense of Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) congratulates forward Julius Randle (30) on a basket against the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves Dancers perform during a Los Angeles Lakers timeout in the fourth quarter at Target Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (0) fights for the ball with Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) during the second half at the United Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Charlotte Hornets forward Taj Gibson (67), a former Chicago Bulls player, waves to the crowd during the second half at the United Center.
NBA: Charlotte Hornets at Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (8) talks with LiAngelo Ball after the second half against her Charlotte Hornets at the United Center.
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers warms up before a game against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers warms up before a game against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers warms up before a game against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Jerami Grant #9 of the Portland Trail Blazers arrives to the arena before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Donovan Clingan #23 of the Portland Trail Blazers arrives to the arena before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Jabari Walker #34 of the Portland Trail Blazers arrives to the arena before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Scoot Henderson #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers arrives to the arena before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Chris Paul #3 of the San Antonio Spurs arrives to the arena before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
San Antonio Spurs v Portland Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 13: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs arrives to the arena before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on December 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Trainers tend to Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket against Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Obi Toppin #1 of the Indiana Pacers dunks the ball during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers puts up a shot against Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Jared McCain #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates a three-pointer during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates a basket during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates a basket during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers passes the ball against Paul George #8 and Kelly Oubre Jr. #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers drives against Ricky Council IV #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Indiana Pacers v Philadelphia 76ers
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers reacts after falling on the court during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde revisit the quality of the first round of the College Football Playoff. They discuss if the TV ratings indicate the playoff needs to avoid expanding further and provide suggestions on how to fix the opening slate.
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