The Memphis Grizzlies are 10-0 against the Western Conference. Stan Van Gundy's seven-game losing streak matches the longest of his career. Rick Carlisle won his 300th game with the Mavericks. Tony Parker is shooting 66.6 percent from downtown. And I didn't partake in the Black Friday mess to bring you this edition of the Box Score Breakdown.

THE BRANDON JENNINGS QUAGMIRE

Last night, Andre Drummond contributed season-highs of 26 points (12-19 FG, 2-4 FT) and 20 rebounds against a Bucks team who were without the services of Zaza Pachulia (personal) and John Henson (foot). Jason Kidd also limited Larry Sanders to 11 minutes after he picked up two fouls in the first 6 minutes of the first half and two fouls in the first five minutes of the second half, removing any defensive threat at center to contend with Drummond.

Over the past three games, Drummond is shooting 64.4 percent from the field on 72 percent assisted baskets, Josh Smith is averaging 7.7 assists per game, and D.J. Augustin's usage rate is down near 20 percent. The Pistons are 0-3 during that stretch with a net rating of negative 13.5 without the services of Brandon Jennings (sprained left thumb). Smith has more assisted baskets to Drummond (10) over the last three games than Jennings had with Drummond (9) over his first 13 games. Moral of the story; Smith does a better job of getting the ball to Drummond in the correct spot to easily finish at the rim, primarily on lobs. Will Drummond's dominance continue when Jennings returns? I don't think he'll completely drop off, but the numbers are a bit damning. The Smith-Drummond pick-and-roll leads to easy lobs, and Smith isn't afraid to make the go ahead pass to a streaking Drummond. Once Jennings regains the reigns, we might be stuck watching more Drummond post-ups.

HOSPITAL WARD

DeMar DeRozan left the game against the Mavericks with a left groin strain, a product of slipping on his way to the basket, and did not return. He was held scoreless on 0-of-8 shooting in 21 minutes. The Raptors next play the Lakers on Sunday, removing the need to rush DeRozan back. Coach Dwane Casey didn't have an update after the game, but hopefully we'll receive one later today. Lou Williams and Greivis Vasquez, in that order, are the players to target if you have a streaming spot. Both received extended run after DeRozan's departure, with Vasquez playing the entire fourth quarter. The utility knife, James Johnson, should carry value after the severe ankle injury sidelined him three games earlier this month. He's also battling the flu, so keep an eye on him.

Isaiah Canaan left the game with a sprained left ankle after stepping on Chris Paul's foot, leaving the arena in a boot and on crutches. He and Patrick Beverley (hamstring) won't play Saturday in Milwaukee, as neither is expected to make the trip. Jason Terry started the second half and finished with two points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two assists, two steals, and one rebound in 22 minutes. Rookie Nick Johnson scored eight points (3-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt) in the final six minutes with the game well in hand, in favor of the Clippers. The darkhorse is Troy Daniels, providing an 0-of-4 three-point display last night. Ultimately, James Harden will be the primary playmaker no matter who Kevin McHale names the nominal point guard.

M.I.A

• Atlanta
  • Thabo Sefolosha (illness)
• Charlotte
  • Gary Neal (shoulder)
  • Marvin Williams (shoulder)
  • Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (foot)
  • Jeff Taylor (suspension)
• Chicago
  • Taj Gibson (ankle)
• Dallas
  • Jameer Nelson (back)
  • Raymond Felton (ankle)
• Denver
  • JaVale McGee (leg)
  • Randy Foye (quadriceps)
• Detroit
  • Brandon Jennings (thumb)
• Houston
  • Dwight Howard (knee)
  • Patrick Beverley (hamstring)
  • Terrence Jones (leg)
• Indiana
  • Roy Hibbert (ankle)
  • George Hill (knee)
• Milwaukee
  • Zaza Pachulia (personal)
  • John Henson (foot)
• Minnesota
  • Ronny Turiaf (hip)
  • Nikola Pekovic (wrist)
• New York
  • Carmelo Anthony (back spasms)
• Oklahoma City
  • Perry Jones III (knee)
• Orlando
  • Luke Ridnour (DNP-CD)
  • Maurice Harkless (DNP-CD)
• Phoenix
  • Isaiah Thomas (ankle)
• Sacramento
  • DeMarcus Cousins (illness)
• San Antonio
  • Tiago Splitter (calf)
• Toronto
  • Tyler Hansbrough (shoulder)

ROTATION NOTES

Russell Westbrook (Fantasy Line of the Night) played just 24 minutes in his return from a surgically repaired right hand, but you wouldn't know it from his box score line: 32 points (12-17 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds, and one steal. He was guarded by Iman Shumpert much of the night and outscored the Knicks by himself in the first quarter, 14-13. Reggie Jackson resumed his bench role, finishing with 10 points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 29 minutes, a far cry from his production as a starter. The Thunder don't play a back-to-back set until December 11-12, not that it matters since Westbrook's hand was the issue this time. They'll rest three days before their next game, followed by four games against the Eastern Conference and one game against the Sixers that has Kevin Durant's name written all over it December 5th.

Joakim Noah missed one game with an eye abrasion, replacing Cameron Bairstow (DNP-CD) in the starting lineup versus the Celtics. Against one of the weakest frontline in the league, Noah recorded season-highs of 15 points (4-12 FG, 7-8 FT), six blocks, and six assists to go alongside 14 rebounds in 35 minutes. His running mate, Pau Gasol, added 15 points (6-19 FG, 3-4 FT) and 15 rebounds, and rookie Nikola Mirotic chipped in 13 points (4-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, career-high five blocks, two assists, and two steals, truly hammering home the point that Boston's weak interior provides fantasy goodies year-round.

Cody Zeller started for the injured Marvin Williams (strained shoulder), whose expected to miss Saturday's game as well. In 33 minutes, Zeller compiled 15 points (4-8 FG, 7-10 FT) and 14 rebounds, making a strong case for a permanent move to the starting lineup. I added Zeller three nights ago to my 12-team rotisserie league as soon as I heard the Williams' injury news. I won't be shocked if Zeller continues to come off the bench when Williams returns, so I'm just going to enjoy this ride for as long as it lasts. The Hornets have three days off after Saturday's game and are the only team to play two games next week. In fact, they only play two games during the first nine days of December. The schedule diminishes his short-term appeal, so only add him if your able to stomach the minimal total value he'll provide.

Austin Rivers started and was held scoreless on 0-of-8 shooting, similar production to the man he replaced, Darius Miller (DNP-CD). Forcing Rivers into a spot-up shooter is probably the worst thing Monty Williams can do. I think we'll see a change in the starting lineup when the Pelicans take on the Wizards tonight. If not, Rivers will continue to toil in obscurity.

Matt Barnes started after missing the previous two games with a calf issue. Reggie Bullock played five minutes in the blowout win and Barnes scored two points on 1-of-2 shooting in 20 minutes.

David West (ankle) and C.J. Watson (foot) made their season debuts against the Magic after missing the Pacers' first 15 games. West displaced Luis Scola from the starting lineup and finished with 18 points (8-17 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 24 minutes. However, Rodney Stuckey led the Pacers with a season-high 24 points (9-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, and one assist in 29 minutes. This trend will continue as long as Roy Hibbert (ankle) remains sidelined and West works his way back into game shape because I see Donald Sloan deferring to the veteran guard too often. With the news that George Hill (knee) also suffered a tear in his left quad that went unnoticed until recently, both guards should have plenty of opportunity for at least the next two weeks.

DeMarcus Cousins (illness) didn't play, and Ryan Hollins stepped up in his place with 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, and one block in 26 minutes. Carl Landry posted a double-double in 23 minutes off the bench, 12 points and 10 rebounds, in Cousins' hiatus. Both Darren Collison (quad) and Rudy Gay (Achilles) returned after missing the previous two games, sending Ramon Sessions and Omri Casspi to the bench. Gay nearly notched a triple-double against Kawhi Leonard, obtaining 23 points (9-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, and one steal in 35 minutes. The Kings have an off day before facing the Grizzlies on Sunday.

Mo Williams returned after missing one game with an illness. The Lakers can cure any disease, proven by Williams' 25 points (8-13 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 assists, two steals, and one rebound in 30 minutes. To be frank, defense was optional last night. Both the Lakers and Timberwolves shot over 53 percent from the field and scored more than 50 points in the paint in the 120-119 Wolves win. Zach LaVine (Rookie of the Night) returned to his old stomping grounds and laid the smack down, scoring a career-high 28 points (11-14 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) in 26 minutes including 18 points in the second quarter alone. That's some serious speculative add-worthy scoring, especially since Flip Saunders said he wants to limit Williams to no more than 30 minutes a game. The one reservation I carry is the spike in performance against the Lakers, dead last in Defensive Rating at 117.1 points per 100 possessions, just ahead of the Timberwolves. Also worth noting, he was held scoreless in eight fourth-quarter minutes. Because the rest of his line doesn't add up to much, you're not dropping anyone of significance to pick up LaVine.

Ettore Messina filled in for the second consecutive game as the Spurs head coach. Gregg Popovich remains away from the team after a minor medical procedure. Messina relied on the starters to play 30+ minutes for the second straight game. Kawhi Leonard had four blocks, three steals, and four three-pointers. Danny Green picked up two blocks and leads all guard with 1.4 blocks per game. Tony Parker scored at least 20 points for the fourth straight game and played at least 36 minutes for the third straight game. The Spurs begin a four-game road trip Sunday in Boston, calling into question Popovich's availability.

TRIPLE-DOUBLE WATCH

Rajon Rondo is shooting 32 percent from the free-throw line and 35 percent on three-pointers this season. All that can be negated in head-to-head leagues with eight points (4-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), nine assists, seven rebounds, and one steal in 33 minutes against the Bulls. Rotisserie league managers should find solace elsewhere.

Mike Conley (21 points, 10 rebounds, nine assists) and Marc Gasol (26 points, nine assists, seven rebounds) led the Grizzlies to their 14th win in 16 games and the best record in the NBA.

Corey Brewer chipped in eight points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds, and one steal in 31 minutes. Where those eight assists came from no one knows. Gorgui Dieng had the same amount of assists and rebounds, but just four points in 23 minutes.

BOX SCORE HIGHLIGHTS AND ODDITIES

Kelly Olynyk has done a great job of getting into foul trouble lately. Against the Bulls, Olynyk scored four points (1-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and earned five fouls in 19 minutes. Brandon Bass filled the void with 16 points (5-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-9 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 27 minutes. Don't go dropping Olynyk for an impulse player. He'll likely have better long-term prospects than anything on the waiver wire at the moment.

Stephen Curry connected on his first three-pointer but finished 1-of-10 from downtown. Not to worry because Marreese Speights led the team with 27 points (12-20 FG, 3-3 FT), including the team's first 16 points in the fourth quarter. When a relative non-contributor is on a scoring binge like Speights, I always look at his true shooting percentage. It allows me to gauge the streak's validity. To my understanding, an average player sits at 53 percent, while superstars, three-point specialists, and Brandan Wright-types hover near 63 percent. For his career, Speights registered a 51.9 percent true shooting mark and 23.7 percent usage rate. Over his past six games, Speights' 64 percent true shooting and 32.4 percent usage rate have come in 20 minutes per game. With the return of David Lee (hamstring) imminent, Speights is someone you add if you're stat-chasing, hoping to ride the hot hand to Unsustainability Town.

Brian Roberts followed his 24-point outing against the Trail Blazers with a team-high 20 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one assist, and one steal in 30 minutes off the bench. He absconded with Gerald Henderson's minutes this time around, permitting Lance Stephenson to play 37 minutes. The absence of Gary Neal (shoulder) and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (foot) provided the opportunity for Roberts, one you can take advantage of in deeper leagues. In the process of full disclosure, Robert's true shooting mark is 69.5 percent over the last two games, 17 percent clear of his career-average.

Brandan Wright shot 2-of-7 from the field, converting 5-of-14 attempts in his last two games. I just though you should know.

Miles Plumlee and Alex Len combined for zero points and six fouls in 36 minutes in the 122-97 loss to the Nuggets. Eric Bledsoe played a game-high 27 minutes. Eight different Nuggets played more than 20 minutes, but no more than 28. Arron Afflalo added a game-high 22 points (5-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 11-13 FT). He's still overrated in fantasy basketball, providing similar numbers to Avery Bradley this season, as well as Gerald Green and Lou Williams in ten more minutes per game.

Chris Kaman outplayed and outperformed Robin Lopez, contributing 16 points (7-16 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, and two blocks before fouling out in 25 minutes. Lopez was a victim of the hot hand, in that he did not have it while Kaman did. It's nothing to worry about long-term.

The five Milwaukee Bucks starters combined to score 35 points. The bench scored the other 69 points in their 104-88 win over the Pistons. Ersan Ilyasova scored a season-high 22 points, Jared Dudley mixed in 16 points, and Kendall Marshall recorded nine points and eight assists after playing only two minutes in the previous three games combined.

The Magic grabbed two offensive rebounds in their 98-83 loss to the Pacers.

The Thunder didn't block a shot in their 105-78 win over the Knicks.

The Celtics lost to the Bulls, and the Lakers lost the Timberwolves. Both losses befell teams wearing sleeved jerseys, something you won't find in the box score.

DAN FORDEN AWARD*

Wesley Matthews has now hit 13 three-pointers in his last two games after his 7-of-12 display from downtown against the Grizzlies. He's also behind only Stephen Curry with 2.9 threes per game, tied with four others including Damian Lillard. Expect his field goal percentage to dip and his free-throw percentage to normalize, but other than that, he's providing what you should expect on a per game basis.

NIGHTLY LEADERS

Points

1. Russell Westbrook, G, OKC: 32 points (12-17 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT)
2. Blake Griffin, F, LAC: 30 points (11-20 FG, 8-8 FT)
3. Monta Ellis, G, DAL: 30 points (12-25 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT)

Rebounds

1. Andre Drummond, C, DET: 20 rebounds (7 offensive)
2. Pau Gasol, F, CHI: 15 rebounds (3 offensive)
3. Joakim Noah, C, CHI: 14 rebounds (7 offensive)
4. Lavoy Allen, F, IND: 14 rebounds (6 offensive)
5. Cody Zeller, F, CHA: 14 rebounds (3 offensive)

Assists

1. Kemba Walker, G, CHA: 13 assists (4 turnovers)
2. Mo Williams, G, MIN: 11 assists (3 turnovers)
3. Jeremy Lin, G, LAL: 11 assists (3 turnovers)

Steals

1. Kobe Bryant, G, LAL: 5 steals
2. Chris Paul, F, LAC: 5 steals
3. Jeremy Lin, G, LAL: 4 steals
4. Paul Millsap, F, ATL: 4 steals

Blocks

1. Joakim Noah, C, CHI: 6 blocks
2. Nikola Mirotic, F, CHI: 5 blocks
3. Tyson Chandler, C, DAL: 4 blocks
4. Kawhi Leonard, F, SAS: 4 blocks

Three-Pointers

1. Wesley Matthews, G, POR: 7-12 3Pt
2. Mo Williams, G, MIN: 6-8 3Pt
3. Seven players tied with three three-pointers

Minutes

1. Kemba Walker, G, CHA: 43 minutes
2. Jimmy Butler, G, CHI: 4 1 minutes
3. Ben McLemore, G, SAC: 41 minutes

*The Dan Forden Award is given to the player with the best long-distance shooting performance. It is named the Dan Forden Award after Dan Forden, audio technician for the Mortal Kombat series and the guy who popped up from the bottom right corner of the game and excitedly proclaimed "Toasty!"