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Murray popped off for 30 points (12-19 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two blocks over 32 minutes in Wednesday's 123-118 win over Memphis.

Murray got off to a bit of a slow start, but he caught fire late, scoring 22 of his 30 points over the final 12:38. This was his second straight 30-plus-point performance and his third consecutive game with just one turnover. Denver's star guard has opened the season averaging 26.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 4.0 triples and 2.3 turnovers per game while shooting 50.9 percent from the field and 84.2 percent from the line, which has him flirting with top-5 value on the year.

Jokic racked up 27 points (10-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, one block and one turnover in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 123-118 win over the Grizzlies.

Jokic dominated the Grizzlies' frontcourt, and this was his second game in the past three with just one turnover. The Nuggets have gone 2-1 on their current four-game road trip, and they'll look to close it out strong with a win over the Pelicans on Saturday.

Steve Kerr told reporters Wednesday that Curry said he tweaked something in his abdominal area and "had never done it before." Kerr added that the concern level is high, but they will await the MRI results, Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports reports.

For now, Curry should be considered highly questionable for Friday's game in San Antonio. De'Anthony Melton started the second half for him after he left Wednesday's game, so Melton will likely get the starting nod if Curry can't play Friday. Brandin Podziemski and Yaxel Lendeborg should also see plenty of offensive opportunities sans Curry.

Sengun tallied 19 points (8-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 13 rebounds, nine assists, one steal and one block over 37 minutes in Wednesday's 115-108 victory over the Warriors.

This was Sengun's second straight double-double and his third consecutive game with just two turnovers. The Rockets are riding a two-game winning streak and will have a great chance to make it three in a row Friday against the banged-up Jazz.

Lendeborg amassed 25 points (9-19 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 10 rebounds and two steals over 36 minutes in Wednesday's 115-108 loss to the Rockets.

This was Lendeborg's third straight 20-plus-point performance, and the third double-double of his career. The rookie ranks inside the top-50 on the season with averages of 21.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 2.4 triples, 1.1 steals and 0.7 swats per contest on 51.8 percent shooting from the field and 74.3 percent at the line.

Smart was ejected from Wednesday's game against the Warriors after throwing a punch at Charles Bassey, Adam Spolane of Sports Radio 610 Houston reports.

Smart will end his evening with six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one turnover across 17 minutes. He'll almost assuredly be suspended for Friday's game against the Jazz, which should open up some minutes for Reed Sheppard.

Peterson finished with 22 points (7-19 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block over 33 minutes in Wednesday's 123-108 loss to the Magic.

This was Peterson's fourth straight 20-plus-point performance, and he again led his team in shot attempts. With Lauri Markkanen (hand) set to miss at least the next month, there's a massive hole to fill in Utah's offense, but Peterson looks ready to step into a larger role offensively.

Wagner totaled 38 points (13-23 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal over 39 minutes in Wednesday's 123-108 win over the Jazz.

Wagner tied his career high in scoring and recorded his third straight 30-plus-point performance. He's been unconscious over that three-game stretch, averaging 33.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 2.3 triples and 1.7 steals per game on 51.5 percent shooting from the field and 96.0 percent at the stripe.

Sexton did not return to Wednesday's 123-112 win over the Bucks and required stitches to close a cut on his forehead, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Sexton knocked noggins with Ryan Rollins, but it sounds like he's avoided a concussion, so he should be able to get out there for Sunday's game in Phoenix. Austin Reaves (heel) also exited Wednesday's game, and if he needs to sit out Sunday, Sexton would have the chance for some extended minutes.

Graves recorded 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt) and five rebounds over 18 minutes during the Raptors' 98-93 loss to the Celtics on Wednesday.

Graves' 18 minutes were his most in a game since Oct. 28 against the Magic, and the rookie first-rounder made the most of his extended playing time in the absences of both Scottie Barnes (groin) and Kawhi Leonard (knee). Graves helped keep the Raptors in the game with four offensive rebounds in the second half, and his three three-pointers were a season high. His playing time could take a hit if Barnes is cleared to return for the second game of the Raptors' back-to-back set Thursday against the Grizzlies.