The Cleveland Cavaliers are slipping down the standings a season after finishing with the second-best record in the league. The backcourt fit of Darius Garland

Michael Porter Jr.'s career-best start with the Nets has placed him alongside elite company in the NBA record books.

Recent reports indicate that the Brooklyn Nets are actively exploring a trade for Cam Thomas, but there’s a catch.

Enter Tyrese Martin, a 26-year-old combo guard who can score in bunches and has contributed to multiple wins this season for Brooklyn. His trade market will look different than the Nets' star players, but several contending teams could use Martin's scoring arsenal and secondary playmaking.

The Bucks beat the Boston Celtics 116-101 Thursday, covering as 9.5-point home underdogs with the Under (222.5) cashing. F Kyle Kuzma had a game-high 31 points on 13-for-17 shooting. Milwaukee has struggled over the past month, going 3-10 straight up and 5-8 against the spread (ATS) since November 15. It is 12-14 ATS on the season.

Egor Demin scored 17 points, Noah Clowney added 16 and the Nets never trailed in a 127-82 romp over the Bucks on Sunday night.

Michael Porter Jr. Speaks Out on His Long-Term Future With Brooklyn Nets, Making His Plans and Priorities Crystal Clear

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. could be a trade chip later this season, but he wants to stay in Brooklyn for the long term.

The Bucks will be without superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, who suffered a calf injury nearly one week ago. He’s continued to play at an MVP level despite the Bucks’ woes this season, averaging 28.9 points on 64% shooting overall, with 10.1 rebounds, 6.1 assists and one steal and block per game.

Matching the franchise mark for the largest margin of victory Sunday night enabled the rebuilding Nets to get their most extended in-game look this season at their franchise’s future.

During his time suiting up for the Nets, Teletovic wore only jersey No. 33 and put up 7.0 points and 3.4 rebounds per game.