11.   The Mavericks are glad they have several players they can turn to when they need a key basket down the stretch.

12.   There were too many times when Seattle needed a basket and produced a mistake instead.

13.   They needed a basket, and got it.

14.   They wanted and needed a basket.

15.   We know we can go to him, especially late in the gate when we need a basket.

16.   When Maryland needs a big basket, it turns to Dixon.

17.   When Rhode Island, which trailed throughout the first half, needed a basket, the lefty-shooting Odom scored.

18.   When the Celtics needed a big basket, a big rebound, a big defensive stop, Pierce produced one.

19.   When they needed big baskets, Beard was able to find spots.

20.   When they needed a big basket, he was there.