National Basketball Association roundup - Golden State Warriors coach heading back to the bench

During the Warriors' five-game homestand that starts Wednesday night, Kerr will see if he can handle the rigors of an eventual return to the bench this season.

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Cleveland point guard Kyrie Irving said he won't make his season debut Thursday night.

A team source told ESPN.com that Irving planned to play at home against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Irving's final hurdle before the Cavs approve of his return will involve a series of physical tests to measure his body's strength and responsiveness, according to ESPN.

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Brooklyn Nets guard Shane Larkin was diagnosed with a concussion, one day after he was injured during practice, the team announced.

Larkin will not be cleared to return to the court until he passes the NBA's concussion protocol guidelines. He was knocked down late in practice on Tuesday, but that the time he complained only of upper back and neck stiffness.

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Scores from Wednesday: (Home team in caps)
INDIANA 107 - Dallas 81
ORLANDO 113 - Charlotte 98
Miami 104 - BROOKLYN 98
DETROIT 119 - Boston 116
N.Y KNICKS 107 - Minnesota 102