Even so, they got a prime reinforcement without making any trades. Max Strus got off to a slow start to the season after missing a big chunk with a foot injury he sustained during the preseason.

Strus closed Sunday's 108-103 loss to Orlando with 10 points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and five assists across 27 minutes.