The 4th night of NBA Cup Group Play sees the Warriors advance to the Knockouts while the Pelicans are eliminated.
The Rockets have produced a top-5 defense through the first quarter of the season, and Ime Udoka has them grinding on both ends.
The Cavaliers have learned the lessons of playoff defeats, with Kenny Atkinson and Donovan Mitchell elevating the entire roster.
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