Last night

T.J. Ford and the Raptors moved to 2-0 after absolutely destroying the Nets in East Rutherford, 106-69. Ford played only 22 minutes in the game, but scored eight points and logged seven assists.

LaMarcus Aldridge struggled in the Big Easy as the Trail Blazers lost to the Hornets, 113-93. LA scored only eight points on 4-of-12 shooting and missed both of his free throw attempts. He did add nine rebounds after grabbing only three in the season opener.

Maurice Evans played a full 20 minutes for the Lakers as they pulled off a 119-98 road victory in Phoenix. Mo scored eight points, dished out three assists, and pulled down a rebound in the winning effort. Chris Mihm did not play for the Lakers.

Royal Ivey provided eight minutes off the bench for the Bucks, who lost 102-99 to the Charlotte Bobcats. Ivey scored two points and added an assist and steal.

Tonight

LaMarcus Aldridge continues his season-opening tour through the south as the Trail Blazers visit the Rockets. (7:30 PM Central, NBA TV)

Royal Ivey plays before the home Bucks crowd for the first time when Milwaukee hosts the Bulls (7:30 PM Central)