Today’s Best
Top performers from the Inland Northwest and beyond:
John Wall
Wizards rookie had 29 points, 13 assists, and nine steals in team’s home opener and first win.
Al Horford
Grabbed 12 rebounds to go with 16 points as Hawks beat Cavaliers 100-88 to stay unbeaten.
Niklas Backstrom
Minnesota Wild backstop made 36 saves on way to shutting out the San Jose Sharks 1-0.