The Mavericks were unequivocally robbed

The good news for Dallas is that the Western Conference playoff race isn't likely to come down to thin margins or anything.

Good morning. Thanks for understanding about the random sick day. I think I’m fine. How about some Edvard Munch?

The Sick Child; Edvard Munch; 1885-86

Let’s basketball.

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Scores

Tuesday

Thunder 118, Sixers 102 — Despite missing all three stars, the Sixers were in striking distance in the fourth quarter. A big reason: Justin Edwards had the game of his life. He’s a rookie on a two-way after being undrafted out of Kentucky.

The Sixers do need more players.

Cavaliers 127, Pacers 117 — Revenge is sweet. Cleveland has now avenged losses against two of the four teams that beat them. Still remaining, with chances coming up in late January: Miami and Atlanta.

A very Donovan Mitchell 35 from Donovan Mitchell.