Jeremy Lin in Position to Make All-Star Team-Jeremy Lin is currently in third place for All-Star voting at the guard position in the Western Conference. Although he is only averaging 10 points per game and is not performing to some fans’ expectations, he continues to benefit for international voters and only trails Kobe Bryant and Chris Paul in voting. If votes continue to pour in for Lin, he will make his All-Star team debut this season (Bleacher Report).

John Wall Cleared to “Up Activity Level”-After meeting with a specialist, Wizards guard John Wall was given the green light to start more strenuous activity during practices. His return date is still unclear, but it’s a step in the right direction. The Wizards are eagerly awaiting his return, as the team has started the season 3-16 without him (CBS Sports).

Lakers Snap Losing Skid at Four Games-The Lakers reached a low point after losing to the New York Knicks, making it four losses in a row for the highly-touted and talented team. However, LA had the pleasure of playing the Wizards, the team that owns the league’s worst record, and was able to snap the skid, winning 102-96 to improve to 10-14 on the season (NBC Sports).

Ricky Rubio to Return Saturday-After missing all of the regular season so far while still recovering from a torn ligament in his left knee, Ricky Rubio will finally suit up for his first game on Saturday against the Dallas Mavericks. The Timberwolves have managed without him, going 10-9, but will certainly welcome the young playmaker back, as they look toward a possible playoff run this season (Sporting News).

Andrea Bargnani Says “Raptors are the Worst”-Technically, the Wizards have the NBA’s worst record, but that fact didn’t stop frustrated Raptors forward-center Andrea Bargnani from calling his own team the worst in the league. Bargnani used the words “tragic” and “desperate” to describe the 4-19 Raptors when talking to an Italian newspaper. Toronto has lost 12 of its last 13 (ESPN).