Daily NBA Fix 1-16-14: We've Got Fireworks

Daily NBA Fix 1-16-14: We’ve Got Fireworks

Jan 15, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Nick Young (0) yells at Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (left) as forward Marcus Morris (15) and forward Markieff Morris (11) step in the middle of an altercation in the first half at US Airways Center. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports /

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BOSTON CELTICS 88, Toronto Raptors 83

Sully’s a Beast – Jared Sullinger scored 25 with 20 rebounds, four assists and two steals as the Celtics welcomed Rajon Rondo back to the bench. Phil Pressey started in his place for now, dishing 10 dimes. Avery Bradley added 20 points, five rebounds and two steals. The Raptors got 23 from DeMar DeRozan and 18 points, seven rebounds and 12 assists from Kyle Lowry.

Memphis Grizzlies 82, MILWAUKEE BUCKS 77

Bench Bigs – The combination of James Johnson, Ed Davis and Kosta Koufos scored 39 points with 19 rebounds and nine assists off the bench, as the starters disappointed. Mike Conley Jr. scored 15 with seven rebounds and five assists and was the only starter in double-figures. The Bucks got 27 from Brandon Knight and 10 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks from Larry Sanders.

Sacramento Kings 111, MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES 108

A Gay Old Time – Rudy Gay dropped 33 points with five rebounds, six assists and two steals, as the visiting Kings shot 54.9 percent and outrebounded the Wolves 45-35. Isaiah Thomas scored 26 with seven assists and two steals. The Wolves got 27 from Kevin Love with 11 rebounds and five assists.