NBA Sixth Man of the Year (6MOTY) race continues to take shape past the season's midway point, with three candidates gaining separation.

Detroit will try to break its three-game skid when the Detroit Pistons play Dallas. Friday's matchup is the first of the season for the two teams.

De'Aaron Fox reportedly hitting the open market opens up significant opportunities for several blockbuster deals to close before the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline.