With 13 games in the NBA, I had to be selective when breaking down the box scores. First and foremost, the New York Knicks signed Langston Galloway to his second 10-day contract. Get on board, people. He's not going away. The Atlanta Hawks won their 11th straight game to maintain a five-game lead in the Eastern Conference, but the Golden State Warriors concluded an eight-game winning streak.

SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF

Larry Sanders is suspended for at least the next 10 games after violating the NBA's drug policy. February 7th, just three games before the All-Star break, is the first possible day he can return. He's still owned in 48 percent of Yahoo! leagues. It's time to move on. Sanders missed the previous 11 games, leaving the current form of the rotation intact. Zaza Pachulia will continue to start at center, John Henson's minutes won't exceed 20 on a given night, and Kenyon Martin is best friends with the coach. Fantasy wise, Pachulia provides assists and a quality free-throw percentage for a center, and Henson's per-minute block numbers are elite.

HOSPITAL WARD

Amidst the commotion, I didn't find or hear of any in-game injuries. As thorough as I've become, it's possible one or two slipped through the cracks.

M.I.A.

• Boston
  • James Young (illness)
  • Chris Douglas-Roberts (unavailable)
  • Tayshaun Prince (unavailable)
• Brooklyn
  • Deron Williams (ribs)
• Chicago
  • Doug McDermott (knee)
  • Joakim Noah (ankle)
  • Mike Dunleavy (ankle)
  • Tony Snell (DNP-CD)
• Cleveland
  • Iman Shumpert (shoulder)
• Denver
  • Danilo Gallinari (knee)
  • JaVale McGee (leg)
  • Randy Foye (quadriceps)
• Golden State
  • Andrew Bogut (rest)
  • Andre Iguodala (rest)
  • Festus Ezeli (ankle)
• Indiana
  • George Hill (groin)
  • Lavoy Allen (DNP-CD)
• Los Angeles Lakers
  • Kobe Bryant (rest)
  • Ronnie Price (elbow)
• Memphis
  • Mike Conley (ankle)
• Miami
  • Dwyane Wade (hamstring)
  • Chris Andersen (illness)
• Minnesota
  • Kevin Martin (wrist)
  • Nikola Pekovic (ankle)
  • Ricky Rubio (ankle)
  • Shabazz Muhammad (abdomen)
• New Orleans
  • Anthony Davis (toe)
  • Jrue Holiday (ankle)
• Oklahoma City
  • Mitch McGary (leg)
• Orlando
  • Tobias Harris (ankle)
  • Aaron Gordon (foot)
• Philadelphia
  • Tony Wroten (knee)
  • Malcolm Thomas (leg)
• Portland
  • Robin Lopez (hand)
  • Allen Crabbe (knee)
  • Joel Freeland (shoulder)
• Sacramento
  • Rudy Gay (knee)
  • Ramon Sessions (back)
• San Antonio
  • Marco Belinelli (groin)

ROTATION NOTES

After coming off the bench one game, Rodney Stuckey replaced C.J. Miles in the starting lineup. The Pacers' reserves scored 50 of the team's 96 points, led by Damjan Rudez's 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt) in 16 minutes. Coach Vogel ran 10 guys at least 16 minutes, but no more than 30 as he leaned on the bench throughout the fourth quarter. Ian Mahinmi replaced Lavoy Allen (DNP-CD) as the team's backup center, finishing with 12 points (6-9 FG, 0-1 FT), nine rebounds, one steal, and one block in 27 minutes. That's your cue to pick up Mahinmi if you were rostering Allen.

Mike Conley missed his first game of the season due to issues in both ankles, wearing a boot on his right foot. He doesn't expect to return tonight against the Trail Blazers, but coach Dave Joerger said, "If he can go, he will." After Saturday, the Grizzlies plays three games in eight days during their five-game homestand. Ankles are tricky, so I wouldn't be shocked to see him sit out all five home games against mostly Eastern Conference teams.

Marc Gasol led the team with eight assists, and Beno Udrih started at point guard. In 29 minutes, Udrih deposited 15 points (6-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists, one rebound, and one block. He's someone to keep an eye on even though he's more of a scorer than a distributor. Nick Calathes recorded six assists in 19 minutes, if you're looking for deep league help in that category.

Anthony Davis didn't play because of a sprained left toe. The Pelicans don't play again until Sunday as they continue their five-game Eastern Conference road trip. Ryan Anderson jumped into the starting lineup and shot 2-of-11 from the field. Even though the Pelicans outrebounded the Sixers 55-39, they lost 96-81 as they were without the services of Jrue Holiday (ankle) as well. Alexis Ajinca recorded a season-high 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-4 FT) and career-high 14 rebounds in a season-high 25 minutes. Jimmer Fredette scored nine of his 13 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT) in the fourth quarter. Nate Wolters played his first game with the Pelicans after signing a 10-day contract Wednesday, logging just six minutes in the blowout loss.

Sir Robert Covington returned to the starting lineup after missing one game with shoulder problems. The second-year forward replaced Henry Sims and contributed 18 points (5-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and one steal in 33 minutes. He's pretty much the only Sixer immune to Tony Wroten's high usage rate, so you start him regardless of who else is in the lineup.

Kevin Garnett replaced Brook Lopez in the starting lineup after missing one game due to suspension. After accruing three fouls in the first quarter, Lopez scored 25 of his 26 points (8-14 FG, 10-12 FT) in the second half. He also pulled down three rebounds, recorded two steals, and blocked two shots in just 23 minutes. His minutes will likely receive a bump tonight as Garnett has been resting the second game of back-to-backs. Outside of those rest games, Lopez's playing time remains in flux.

Who wants a Boston Celtics frontcourt update? Jared Sullinger played 29 minutes, Kelly Olynyk played 25 minutes, Brandon Bass played 23 minutes, and Tyler Zeller only played 19 minutes. Sullinger was battling the flu and still garnered the most playing time. Zeller didn't commit a foul, contributed 12 points and six rebounds, but was the last man on the totem pole as he is seemingly every night. In the final year of his contract, Bass will land on a contender by the trade deadline. Sullinger and Olynyk have shown their worth in the interim with Zeller someone you're holding in deep leagues for when Bass bolts or watching in standard rotisserie leagues for his quality percentages.

Joakim Noah couldn't play after spraining his right ankle Wednesday. He's scheduled for an MRI today and won't likely play tonight against the Hawks. If the Bulls rest him through the All-Star break, he'll miss 13 more games. I don't know if they'd do that, but just in case, now you're prepared for a worst-case scenario. Noah was hit with his sixth technical foul, his only contribution to the box score.

Taj Gibson started and only produced 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, and two assists against a weak Celtics' frontline. Rookie Nikola Mirotic mustered five points, four assists, three rebounds, and two steals in 26 minutes. Coach Thibodeau ran an eight-man rotation, relegating Tony Snell to a DNP-CD one game after playing 33 minutes. All the starters minus Derrick Rose played until the final buzzer in a 119-103 victory. Gibson and Jimmy Butler played 39 minutes each. Butler added a career-high six steals to the cause.

Kyle Korver and Al Horford seamlessly transitioned back into the starting lineup after resting the previous game. The Hawks blew out the Raptors 110-89, rendering my analysis moot. Horford converted all eight of his shots.

Steve Kerr gave Andrew Bogut and Andre Iguodala the night off. He wanted a preview of his roster come playoffs, an unsolicited joke and in no way his actual mindset. Marreese Speights got the nod at center and put up 20 points (9-16 FG, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 28 minutes. Harrison Barnes played a team-high 40 minutes without Iguodala, significant if his backup misses extended time due to injury.

Shaun Livingston played 21 minutes after consecutive DNP-CDs. Kerr is actually resting his older players, finding six days off for Livingston before last night's game.

Dirk Nowitzki, Tyson Chandler, and Rajon Rondo slipped back into the starting lineup. After starting the previous game, Raymond Felton and Greg Smith were DNP-CDs.

Jameer Nelson made his Nuggets debut against the team he started the season with. In a cruel turn of events, Nelson played 28 minutes off the bench and furnished 14 points (5-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists, four rebounds, and one steal before fouling out. He and Ty Lawson played alongside each other. I smell trend.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, Jusuf Nurkic was limited to 17 minutes (four in the second half) so that coach Brian Shaw could grant J.J. Hickson (13 points, season-high 14 rebounds) 28 minutes. Kenneth Faried has played more than 30 minutes in two of the last eight games. I'm just waiting for 14 minutes of JaVale McGee (leg) next month. Shaw did play Wilson Chandler a ton at power forward, disrupting the minute's distribution. A healthy Danilo Gallinari (knee) is just one more good, not great player at Shaw's disposal.

Kawhi Leonard returned without a minute restriction after missing the last 15 games. In 31 minutes, Leonard deposited 20 points (8-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five assists, four rebounds, and three steals. He looked great and fluid on the court, wearing some type of forearm/wrist guard. His presence didn't diminish Danny Green's role (team-high 34 minutes) in this game but could in future installments.

Not as highly touted, Tiago Splitter replaced Matt Bonner at center, a position known for its matchup tendencies. Splitter played 17 minutes to Bonner's three minutes.

Kobe Bryant rested and Ronnie Price didn't play after injuring his elbow the day before. As I mentioned yesterday, the Lakers are scheduled for seven more back-to-back sets, including three during the default head-to-head fantasy playoffs (Week 21-23). Jeremy Lin and Wayne Ellington started and neither performed well in the box score. Coach Byron Scott played rookie Jordan Clarkson 18 minutes, hampering Lin's court time and production. Nick Young snapped his shooting slump, scoring a team-high 23 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 13-13 FT) and attempting more free throws than the Jazz as a team. The Lakers don't play again until Monday, followed by a game every other day until the end of the month.

Rodney Hood missed the previous seven games due to plantar fasciitis, and Trevor Booker missed one game with the flu. Their returns affected everyone's minutes except Gordon Hayward and Trey Burke. Rudy Gobert played 25 minutes, fewest since January 2nd. Even so, he recorded at least three assists in his last four game, one steal in his last five games, and three blocks in his last eight games. His only deficient category is free-throw percentage. He would have to be reduced to ~15 minutes per game to not be standard league relevant, an unlikely occurrence given his recent growth.

Rudy Gay sat due to a left knee sprain. I don't know that he'll play tonight against the Clippers. Omri Casspi returned from a six-game hiatus, but Derrick Williams started. On principle, I'll never recommend Williams as a viable fantasy basketball asset. If you must know, he finished with 10 points (5-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, one assists, and one steal in 33 minutes. Do with that information what you will.

Kevin Love (back spasms) didn't play, and Tristan Thompson started in his spot. In 40 minutes, Thompson recorded a season-high 24 points (10-12 FG, 4-4 FT), 12 rebounds, and two blocks. Even though coach David Blatt ran a seven-man rotation, starting center Timofey Mozgov played 26 minutes. Someone dial 911 because I'm not receiving a pulse from his fantasy life. If Mozgov can't play starter's minutes when Love sits, when does he play starter's minutes?

Austin Rivers debuted for the Clippers. In 12 minutes, he was asked to run the second unit and guard Kyrie Irving. Predictably, he was a minus-18 when on the court. The sooner Nate Robinson shows up the better.

FANTASY LINE OF THE NIGHT

Kevin Durant walks away the winner tonight. In 39 minutes, he posted 36 points (14-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, and one steal. I was drawn towards his efficiency, averaging a ludicrous two points for every shot. He's shooting a career-high 55 percent from the field and 45 percent from downtown, generated by more assisted baskets this season than in any other.

ROOKIES OF THE NIGHT

Elfrid Payton took advantage of Mike Conley-less Grizzlies team, recording career-highs in points (22) and assists (12), while also shooting 9-of-16 from the field and 4-of-5 from the free-throw line. You shouldn't blindly trust his shooting numbers, however, in January, he's shooting 45 percent from the field and 74 percent from the charity stripe. His recent four-game scoring spike (14.0 points per) comes without Tobias Harris (ankle). It's reasonable to surmise his scoring dips when Harris returns, but you can't ignore the stellar rebounds and steals for a guard, all while limiting turnovers. If you pick him up expecting regression in his percentages, you won't be disappointed by the accompanying counting stats.

Nerlens Noel decimated the team that drafted him and the slow-footed Omer Asik to the tune of 17 points (7-10 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, five blocks, two assists, and two steals in 33 minutes. He's been so inconsistent this season that I'm attributing the last two good scoring outings to Tony Wroten's knee injury. Noel is still raw offensively, sitting at 50 percent from the free-throw line this season. I'd like to see some continuity tonight against the Pistons before I buy a two-game sample.

TRIPLE-DOUBLE WATCH

Marc Gasol ran the Grizzlies' offense sans Mike Conley (ankle), registering 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-3 FT) while leading the team in rebounds (16), assists (8), steals (3), blocks (2), and minutes (37). Expect more of the same until Conley returns.

Russell Westbrook found himself in this position yesterday. I spent plenty of words on him then, so I'll just leave you with his unrivaled line and remind you he leads the league in steals (2.4) in just 31.5 minutes per game:

17 points, career-high 17 assists, 15 rebounds, four steals, and one three-pointer in 36 minutes

LeBron James looked engaged last night. He also looked like he was ready to fight Blake Griffin or Matt Barnes. James hasn't recorded an actual triple-double this season, but he wasn't far off with last night's performance of 32 points (11-23 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-12 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, three steals, and nine turnovers. His free-throw shooting is out of control. In the three games since his return, he converted 23-of-38 (60 percent) at the charity stripe and is still averaging 33.7 points per game. Free throws have never been his strong suit, but a 10 percent dip at his efficiency moves him near Dwight Howard territory.

Chris Paul is having a great season. There, I said it. He recorded a double-double in six of his last seven games and is averaging 18.0 points, 9.7 assists, 4.6 rebounds, 2.0 steals, and 1.7 three-pointers per game. Last night, Paul efforted 15 points (4-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 14 assists, eight rebounds, and three steals in 41 minutes.

BOX SCORE HIGHLIGHTS AND ODDITIES

Andre Drummond scored 16 points and grabbed 16 rebounds (10 offensive) in 29 minutes after picking up five fouls. Oddly enough, he shot 6-of-14 from the field and made all four of his free-throws. Drummond couldn't convert on post-ups with his unrefined right jump hook and a ton of his tip backs were off target. He ultimately won the game on a tip-in with 0.3 second left.

Jeff Green scored 12 of his 21 points (8-18 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT) in the fourth quarter, taking advantage of Mike Conley's absence. I'm not getting too worked up over this performance. Green has a tendency to fade in and out of games. He'll have inflated value as long as Conley rests, but you're leaving him on the wire or holding him if you already own him in most cases.

Channing Frye continued his streaky ways. After shooting 4-of-24 from downtown in the five games prior to Wednesday, Frye is 9-of-18 on three-pointers in his last two games. Over the past four games without Tobias Harris (ankle), Frye is averaging 8.3 three-point attempts in 36.2 minutes per game. He also blocked a season-high three shots last night. Once Harris returns, minutes and shots will come at a premium, making Frye a decent temporary streaming option.

Jarrett Jack scored 19 of his 26 points (12-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) in the second half, breaking out of a semi-funk by also recording seven assists, six rebounds, two steals, and one block in 35 minutes. The Nets lack a backup playmaker, guaranteeing Jack's minutes and assist potential until Deron Williams (ribs) returns.

The Wizards were blown out, minimizing the starter's minutes. Bradley Beal was inefficient again, shooting 3-of-8 from the field. Anytime I can reveal his true colors, I tend to travel that road. Although he's shooting 47 percent from downtown, his 41 percent accuracy from inside the three-point line diminishes a quality fantasy line.

Derrick Rose is starting to put it together, or so he wants you to believe. Following a season-high 32 points, Rose provided 29 points (12-20 FG, 5-8 3Pt), 10 assists, three rebounds, two blocks, and one steal in 33 minutes. Aside from the occasional night of rest due to sore knees and a terrible fantasy playoff schedule, Rose is a prime trade now target. Everyone knows this, so you're better off including him in a package deal that could open up a streaming spot for your team.

Remember Jae Crowder? As the old saying goes, "one good game does not make a season." After a career-high 22 points, Crowder followed up with nine combined points in back-to-back games to go along with three assists, two rebounds, and one steal. Predictably, his minutes were nearly chopped in half after his career night. You can hold him if there's nothing worth adding from the wire, but the Celtics play one game over the next five days. That's like marrying the guy if you keep him that long. Don't make a snap decision until you've weighed the pros and cons for your team.

DeMar DeRozan is shooting an unsustainable 63 percent from the field in his first two games back from injury. Mountains of data inform us he'll regress to his typical 42-44 percent accuracy. Outside of excellent free-throw marksmanship and scoring, DeRozan can fool people into thinking he's a great fantasy asset. With the revamped bench, his minutes have dropped and the assists from last year have been wiped away. If you no longer require the scoring punch, consider parlaying his concentrated attributes into someone who'll boost a necessary category.

Jonas Valanciunas and Terrence Ross combined to score nine points on 2-of-12 shooting, each playing less than 27 minutes. Valanciunas was his typical minute-capping, defensive liability, and Ross' best fantasy categories are three-pointers and turnovers. James Johnson added 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and one steal in 27 minutes, leading all reserves. It's difficult to determine his role after two blowouts, but Johnson leads the team with 1.2 blocks per game, offering a diverse helping of fantasy goodies when he steps on the court.

Klay Thompson continues his All-Star charge, supplying 32 points (12-22 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, and four assists in 33 minutes. He's one of 21 players averaging at least 20.0 points per game and tied for second at 3.0 three-pointers per game. Even in just 32.6 minutes per game, his numbers across the board are career-highs.

Dion Waiters won't stop shooting regardless of team. He's stealing minutes from Andre Roberson and ReggieJackson while pilfering shots from Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. It's not a recipe for success. Since joining the Thunder, Waiters is fourth on the team in minutes (29.3) and third in shot attempts (13.8) per game. Those numbers include a lackluster 1-of-9 debut. Last night, he scored 21 points (8-16 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and registered three steals in 37 minutes. Streaky shooters have an expiration date. You can try to ride the hot streak while it lasts, but you'll always get burned.

Damian Lillard missed all five of three-point attempts, snapping a 10-game streak with at least two made threes.

Wesley Matthews and Nicolas Batum combined for seven points on 3-of-11 shooting. I reckon the defense of Danny Green and Kawhi Leonard stifled the Blazers' wings.

Patty Mills scored 10 points in the last three and a half minutes of the first quarter, closing the game with 18 points (7-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and four rebounds in 22 minutes.

Mo Williams is balling out, presumably showcasing his worth for potential title contenders. After piling up 52 points in his previous game, Williams compiled 26 points (10-22 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five assists, three steals, and two rebounds in 40 minutes. The other veteran, Thaddeus Young, added 13 points (6-17 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, a team-high six assists, and one steal in 37 minutes. Sophomore phenom Anthony Bennett played 27 minutes for the first time since December 6th, leading all reserves in minutes this time. He ended with nine points (3-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, and two assists, offering a glimmer of hope in the event the 'Wolves relocate Young before the trade deadline.

Goran Dragic took advantage of the Timberwolves' inept defense for the second time in two weeks, scoring over 21 points (10-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt) to go along with eight assists in 34 minutes. Dragic has scored over 20 points twice in 2015, both times at the hands of the Timberwolves. Throw that in the back of your skull in case Ricky Rubio (ankle) isn't ready for their February 20th matchup.

Alex Len (six points, 12 rebounds, two blocks) played 22 minutes, and Brandan Wright (11 points, three rebounds, one block) played 20 minutes, potentially closing the gap between the two. Wright is still second in the pecking order as he fights for minutes in just his third game with the Suns.

Gordon Hayward accumulated 31 points (12-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven assists, three rebounds, one steal, and one block in 36 minutes. The dude is so consistent that his numbers since Alec Burks shut it down (11 games) are nearly identical to his yearly averages. Derrick Favors contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds in 32 minutes. In January, he's shooting 73 percent from the free-throw line on 5.6 attempts per game. That's a step in the right direction for a career 66 percent free-thrower.

Luol Deng and Chris Bosh picked up the Dwyane Wade (hamstring) slack, scoring 55 of the team's 95 points. Deng supplied six rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two blocks, and Bosh added seven rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block. Both played more than 37 minutes.

Hassan Whiteside picked up three fouls in three minutes against DeMarcus Cousins and was barely heard from the rest of the night, playing just 15 minutes total.

DAN FORDEN AWARD*

We meet again, Brandon Jennings. To quote Ron Burgandy, "I don't believe you." I've been trying to trade Jennings all season after I picked him up during the first-week panic. With his value at an all-time high, I'm scoping out two injured point guards, Mike Conley (ankle) and Jrue Holiday (ankle), and one overachieving guard, Victor Oladipo. Before I tell you why, let's look at Jennings' line: season-high 37 points, three assists, two rebounds, two steals, and eight three-pointers in 34 minutes. The second half was a microcosm of Jennings' bi-polar nature: 19 points in the third quarter compared to four points in the fourth quarter on 0-of-4 shooting from the field.

In January, Jennings is averaging 23.9 points on 46 percent shooting and 3.2 three-pointers on 45 percent shooting. The numbers are skewed by three 30+ scoring outputs on extremely unsustainable numbers. I'll gladly cash-in my Jennings ticket for a less streaky, more stable presence in the long run. These are my confessions, brought to you by Usher.

NIGHTLY LEADERS

Points

1. Kyrie Irving, G, CLE: 37 points (12-18 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 8-9 FT)
2. Brandon Jennings, G, DET: 37 points (10-23 FG, 8-13 3Pt, 9-9 FT)
3. Kevin Durant, F, OKC: 36 points (14-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT)

Rebounds

1. Marc Gasol, C, MEM: 16 rebounds (1 offensive)
2. Andre Drummond, C, DET: 16 rebounds (10 offensive)
3. Tyson Chandler, C, DAL: 16 rebounds (4 offensive)

Assists

1. Russell Westbrook, G, OKC: 17 assists (3 turnovers)
2. Chris Paul, G, LAC: 14 assists (5 turnovers)
3. Elfrid Payton, G, ORL: 12 assists (4 turnovers)
4. Ty Lawson, G, DEN: 12 assists (0 turnovers)

Steals

1. Jimmy Butler, G, CHI: 6 steals
2. Russell Westbrook, G, OKC: 4 steals
3. Draymond Green, F, GSW: 4 steals

Blocks

1. Nerlens Noel, C, PHI: 5 blocks
2. Channing Frye, F, ORL: 3 blocks
3. Rudy Gobert, C, UTA: 3 blocks
4. Kevin Seraphin, F, WAS: 3 blocks

Three-Pointers

1. Bradon Jennings, G, DET: 8-13 3Pt
2. Derrick Rose, G, CHI: 5-8 3Pt
3. Mo Williams, G, MIN: 5-12 3Pt
4. Kyrie Irving, G, CLE: 5-7 3Pt

Minutes

1. LeBron James, F, CLE: 42 minutes
2. Kyrie Irving, G, CLE: 41 minutes
3. Blake Griffin, F, LAC: 41 minutes
4. Chris Paul, G, LAC: 41 minutes

*The Dan Forden Award is given to the player with the best long-distance shooting performance. It is named the Dan Forden Award after Dan Forden, audio technician for the Mortal Kombat series and the guy who popped up from the bottom right corner of the game and excitedly proclaimed "Toasty!"