"One thing is apparent when examining the disappointing and injury-marred season of Ben Gordon: He tends to be more effective when plays are designed for him.

He got into a nice rhythm in Sunday's 109-101 overtime victory over the Spurs by scoring 21 points on 8-for-14 shooting, so he has a game to build on.

Most players can score more knowing the play is coming their way, but look at the performance of Bucks forward John Salmons Friday night against the Pistons.

He was acquired before Thursday's trade deadline from the Bulls and scored 19 points in 33 minutes in Milwaukee's victory at the Palace."