1.   Duncan has missed the past five games because of a slight tear of the lateral meniscus tear in his left knee.

2.   Showing no ill effects from offseason surgery to repair a lateral meniscus tear in his left knee, Bell was pleased by his improved play on defense.

3.   The meniscus tear remains the greatest concern.

4.   An MRI on Thursday confirmed a small meniscus tear and surgery was scheduled at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail.