Knueppel has burst on to the NBA scene since the Hornets selected him with the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft out of Duke. He's become an instant-impact player for Charlotte while averaging 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game. He's shooting 42.5% on 7.8 3-point attempts per game.

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier — accused of gambling conspiracy — must be paid his full $26.6 million salary this season after an arbitrator ruled that the NBA cannot put him on unpaid leave this season,

East-leading Detroit has needed more shooting. It may find some with Kevin Huerter. And the Bulls are revamping their backcourt.

The Heat may end up setting their sights on the Grizzlies star if their trade pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo falls through.

This week's NBA Power Rankings will lean heavily into talk about the NBA trade deadline on Thursday (Feb. 5, 3 PM ET), but there's more going on than just rumors. The team that could put together the best offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo — or anyone else — likely will be quiet at the trade deadline.