Defense isn't the first image that comes to mind with Jamal Crawford, but coach Scott Skiles started Crawford on LeBron James on Friday night. Skiles did so for reasons at both ends of the court.

"When you're into the game defensively, it's funny how your shot starts going in," Skiles said. "Every game I want him to play defense whether he's on LeBron James or my grandma. When he does, he has a big offensive night."

Crawford, who entered in a 26-for-94 slump, responded with his highest-scoring game (30 points) in seven games.