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NEW YORK (AP) — The Brooklyn Nets refused to fire Steve Nash over the summer, no matter what Kevin Durant wanted.

CLEVELAND (AP) — All-Star point guard Darius Garland went through his first full-contact practice since suffering a serious left eye injury and could return Wednesday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers host the Boston Celtics.

Toronto Raptors broadcaster Jack Armstrong announced plans Tuesday to release a Christmas music album. The project, named "Hellooo and Happy Holidays," is set to be released Nov. 18 through Comedy Records.

NEW YORK — Canadian head coach Steve Nash is out in Brooklyn after a disappointing start and more controversy surrounding Kyrie Irving.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo insists he still isn’t in a rhythm, even as statistics suggest he’s off to perhaps the best start of his career. Khris Middleton still isn’t in uniform as he recovers from offseason wrist surgery.

Boston Celtics (4-2, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (5-1, second in the Eastern Conference) Cleveland; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Washington Wizards (3-4, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (4-4, sixth in the Eastern Conference) Philadelphia; Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Detroit Pistons (2-6, 14th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (6-0, first in the Eastern Conference) Milwaukee; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee will attempt to continue its six-game win streak with a victory over Detroit.

Detroit Pistons (2-6, 14th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (6-0, first in the Eastern Conference) Milwaukee; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee will attempt to continue its six-game win streak with a victory over Detroit.

TORONTO — Canada's men's national basketball team roster will consist of less NBA talent and more pro experience from elsewhere heading into the fifth World Cup qualifying window. The Canadians will face Venezuela Nov. 10 and then take on Panama Nov.