The NBA tipped off its first in-season tournament Friday.
Two former Vols competed in the event and one did not play due to a coach’s decision.
Denver defeated Dallas, 125-114, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado.
Grant Williams started at forward for the Mavericks. He totaled 13 points, five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal.
He converted 4-of-10 field goal attempts, 3-for-7 three-point attempts and 2-of-2 free throw attempts.
Miami defeated Washington, 121-114, at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
Josh Richardson totaled 10 points, five assists and three rebounds in 23 minutes.
He converted 4-of-6 field goal attempts, 1-for-2 three point attempts and 1-of-1 free throw attempts.
Brooklyn defeated Chicago, 109-107, at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Julian Phillips did not play for the Bulls due to a coach’s decision.