The Thunder's Nerlens Noel was placed in the NBA's concussion protocol after he collided with Andrew Wiggins and hit the floor Tuesday night during Oklahoma City's game with the Timberwolves.
The team announced that Noel was held overnight at the University of Oklahoma's hospital for tests and observation and was released Wednesday. There is no timetable for Noel to complete the protocol process.
Noel took an elbow in the face as Wiggins drove to the basket, and Noel's head hit the ground hard. The team said Noel lost consciousness while being knocked to the floor. A defensive foul was called on Noel. The play was reviewed, and no additional fouls were accessed. Noel was down for several minutes before being taken from the court on a stretcher. Players from both teams exchanged words while Noel was on the ground. Wiggins said he was not trying to hurt Noel.
"I just tried to make an aggressive move and dunk," Wiggins said. "He tried to contest it. I think he fell wrong. I didn't really see it until I saw him on the ground. Hopefully, he's good. I hope nothing but the best for him. I hope he gets healthy soon and comes back stronger."
Utah 106, Orlando 93: Donovan Mitchell had 33 points and seven assists and the Jazz rallied to beat the Magic in Salt Lake City. D.J. Augustin had 23 points and six assists for Orlando.
Milwaukee 116, Houston 109: Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 27 points and grabbed 21 rebounds as the Bucks beat the Rockets in Houston. James Harden had 42 points and 11 rebounds for the Rockets.
Memphis 96, San Antonio 86: Marc Gasol had 26 points and 14 rebounds to lift the Grizzlies over the Spurs in Memphis. Bryn Forbes and Marco Belinelli had 14 points each for the Spurs.
New Orleans 140, Cleveland 124: Anthony Davis scored 38 points and grabbed 13 rebounds with seven assists, four blocks and two steals to lead the Pelicans over the Cavaliers.
