Baylor’s basketball program just landed a 7-foot center with some serious NBA pedigree. James Nnaji officially committed to the Bears for the second half of the season, and the timing could not be better.

Big games often bring rivalry talk, especially when two young stars share the floor. When San Antonio faces Oklahoma City, fans expect tension and drama. Victor Wembanyama showed none of that. Even after drawing an offensive foul on Chet Holmgren, his focus never shifted.

People often refer to basketball gods and playing the right way. It purports this idea that the karma of basketball catches up with the people who hustle their way through. The truth: Winning at the championship level is so hard; gimmicks aren’t enough. Living by those schemes only works to a certain point.

Before reaching the NBA, OKC's Ajay Mitchell and San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama were once teammates in France.

Reggie Miller likens Victor Wembanayama's defensive presence to a cross between Hakeem Olajuwon's instincts and Dikembe Mutombo's intimidating presence.

Can confirm Victor Wembanyama is present and accounted for this morning. He’s practicing as normal. Wembanyama is QUESTIONABLE on today’s injury report; #Spurs citing calf injury management. #PorVida pic.twitter.com/ydR2JSD8iu

Portland is looking to continue its three-game win streak with a victory over Orlando. The Trail Blazers have gone 5-6 in home games. Portland is 8-13 against opponents over .500. The Magic are 6-8 on the road.