LeBron drops 31 in win over Nets; Jay Z, Nets minority owner and personal friend of James, says he is very much enjoying his position as it earns him free tickets that he can use when someone decent to watch is in town.

Without Garnett, Celtics balanced attack beats Knicks 110-101; Backup Brian Scalabrine ices win with 3-pointer, proving that even with this disturbing ailment you can still accomplish anything you set your mind to.

A precautionary MRI of Brandon Jacobs’ knee shows no structural damage;  Does, however reveal he is made entirely of mysterious, futuristic metal alloy.

Return stint in New York unlikely for Pedro Martinez; Despite having his on-field accomplishments limited by injury, the Mets will miss his warm heart and irreverent sense of humor in the locker room.  They will not, however, miss the slippery area surrounding him in the dugout caused by excess Soul Glo.