New York Knicks (26-15, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (15-23, 11th in the Eastern Conference) ...

Dallas Mavericks (22-18, sixth in the Western Conference) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (9-32, 15th in the Western Conference) ...

In a fierce Western showdown at the American Airlines Center, the Dallas Mavericks fought to defend their home court from ...