Mikal Bridges scored 16 points on 7-of-16 shooting (2-of-6 3-pointers) with five rebounds, one block, and one steal, but the Suns fell 110-98 to the Nuggets in Wednesday nights season opener.   

Advice: The Suns had seven players in double figures, all scoring between 10 and 16 points, so it was truly a balanced attack on Wednesday. Unfortunately, they could have used a big scoring night from someone, especially given the fact that Devin Booker did not have it going. Bridges' 16 was a solid outing for him, and it was the type of performance that you will likely get from him on a nightly basis, hopefully with a little more defensive pop going forward. NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 11:25 pm

Devin Booker scored 12 points on 3-of-15 shooting (2-of-7 3-pointers) with four rebounds, four assists, one steal, and three turnovers as the Suns fell to the Nuggets 110-98 in Wednesday's season opener.

Advice: Not much went Booker's way from a shooting standpoint on Wednesday, but Booker did knock down all four of his foul shots on the evening. Booker's -24 plus/minus was the worst of everyone who suited up in Phoenix on Wednesday, and the four assists with three turnovers leave some to be desired. All in all, Booker will certainly be looking to bounce back when the Suns play the Lakers on Friday from Staples Center.  NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 11:08 pm

Aaron Gordon scored 12 points on 5-of-6 shooting (1-of-1 3-pointers) with eight rebounds, four assists, one block, and three turnovers as the Nuggets beat the Suns 110-98 on Wednesday evening.

Advice: Gordon shot just 6 shots and scored 12 points, which is exceptional efficiency, but he didn't tally very many defensive stats, which he normally is good for. Still, though, Gordon was a +22 on Wednesday, which was the third-highest of any player to suit up. Going forward, expect Gordon to have a larger role offensively, and to get you more in the way of defensive value. NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 10:46 pm

Ricky Rubio hit 4-of-10 shots and three 3-pointers for 12 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and a steal with just two turnovers in 25 minutes of Wednesday's loss to the Grizzlies.

Advice: Rubio's traditionally a slow starter and is with a new team and new role, so this was a very promising start to his season. If he does it again in the next one, give him a look.  NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 10:29 pm

Nikola Jokic poured in 27 points on 13-of-22 shooting (1-of-6 3-pointers) with 13 rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three turnovers as Denver got some revenge on Phoenix, winning 110-98 in Wednesday's season opener.

Advice: Some would say that Deandre Ayton got the best of Jokic in last season's western conference semi-finals, and Jokic must have gotten tired of hearing it all offseason. On Wednesday, Jokic gave Ayton everything that he was looking for on his way to an efficient double-double on opening night. Jokic's three-point shot was not falling, but he scored whenever he wanted in the painted area, showing off that touch that has become so masterful over the years. Wednesday marked the second straight season opener where Jokic tallied at least 25 points and ten rebounds. Last season ended in an MVP award, so we'll see if he can make it two in a row this season.   NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 10:12 pm

Dennis Schroder struggled with his shot on Wednesday, scoring 12 points on 5-of-16 shooting (1-of-4 3-pointers) with eight assists, three rebounds, two steals, and two turnovers as the Celtics lost to the Knicks 138-134 in double overtime.

Advice: Schroder struggled with his shot, but his eight assists were huge for the Celtics who have been vocal about wanting to become a better passing team this season. His two turnovers to go with the eight assists results in a 4:1 assist to turnover ratio which, you would take from your point guard any day of the week. Schroder will attempt to bounce back from the poor shooting when the Celtics take on the Raptors on Friday. NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 10:01 pm

Davion Mitchell hit just 1-of-6 shots off the bench for two points, three rebounds and three assists in 24 minutes of Wednesday's road win at Portland. 

Advice: The rookie didn't do a whole lot and the backcourt is a bit crowded in Sacramento. But we're only one game in and the fact he played 24 minutes is promising. Hang onto him if you can.  NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 9:55 pm

Marcus Smart scored 15 points on 5-of-14 shooting (5-of-11 3-pointers) with eight rebounds, six assists, two steals, and four turnovers as the Celtics fell to the Knicks 138-134 in double overtime on Wednesday.  

Advice: Smart will be most remembered for the three-pointer that he hit to send Wednesday's game into overtime, and rightfully so as it was a huge shot. But as usual, Smart found other ways to contribute as well, which make his five triples look even better in the stat sheet. All of Smart's points came from the three-point line, so you would like for him to mix it up a little and tack on some points from the foul line, or in the paint to help the field-goal percentage, so we will see if he can get that done going forward. NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 9:53 pm

Derrick Favors started at center for the Thunder in Wednesday's season opener vs. the Jazz, but had just four points (2-of-9 FGs), nine rebounds, one assist and one block in 20 minutes. 

Advice: Coach Mark Daigneault said he started Favors due to the "stability" he brings, and also said playing against his former team was a factor. Daigneault has said many times that he wants to take a look at all four of Favors, Isaiah Roby, Mike Muscala and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl at different points this season, so this position battle is going to be a headache.  NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 9:50 pm

Harrison Barnes went nuts on Wednesday by hitting 10-of-19 shots, a career-high eight 3-pointers and 8-of-9 free throws for a career-high 36 points, nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in a somewhat shocking 124-121 win at Portland.

Advice: Barnes absolutely carried his team tonight and also scored 18 points in the third quarter, his highest total in any quarter of his career. Harry B was rolling tonight and his fantasy managers have to be smiling. This will likely end up being his best game of the season.  NBCSportsEDGE.com Yesterday, 9:48 pm