The Bounce: A Wemby record in a loss. Plus, Lakers-Thunder and Cavs-Pistons begin

The Bounce Newsletter  | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox.LaPhonso Ellis turns 56 today. He’s one of my favorite players from the ‘90s, and he had the greatest block in NBA history, in my opinion. Brian Davis took it to the hole, trying to dunk on Ellis, and The Phonz literally took it out of his hand. Watch it here and admire the look of disrespect from Ellis and the fan pumping his fist in excitement.Advertisement