Glenn Robinson III, Raul Neto Practice Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Glenn Robinson III (hip) and guard Raul Neto (back) were able to participate in Thursday's practice. This is a positive step forward, so hopefully both players will be ready in time for Saturday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Neither player would likely have DFS value even at full health. Alec Burks would […]

Kemba Walker Might Play 15-20 Minutes Friday

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) is reportedly a little bit ahead of schedule and could play 15-20 minutes during Friday's game, according to head coach Brad Stevens. Walker has been bothered by left knee issues for quite some time, but said he felt good during Tuesday's scrimmage. The Celtics are going to limit him […]

Garrison Mathews Uncertain For Restart

Washington Wizards forward Garrison Mathews is uncertain for the NBA restart, which is not good news for the team. He is still away from the team due to personal reasons, but it is reportedly not because of COVID-19. The Wizards are desperate for shooters during the restart, so hopefully Mathews will return. Otherwise, Ish Smith, […]

Anthony Davis Returned To Practice Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (eye) was able to fully participate in Wednesday's practice. The team has not officially cleared him for Thursday's game, but he is trending in the right direction. Davis mentioned that he plans to play, but who knows what will happen over the next day. He has been a stud […]

Tyus Jones Out For At Least One Week

Memphis Grizzlies guard Tyus Jones (knee) will be sidelined to begin the seeding games and will be re-evaluated in one week. He is dealing with knee soreness, so he might end up being out longer than one week. The Grizzlies are already without Justise Winslow (hip), so the team is fairly thin at guard. De'Anthony […]

Eric Gordon Expected To Miss Two Weeks

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (ankle) is expected to be sidelined roughly two weeks. He has been diagnosed with a left ankle sprain, so the team will shut him down for the next couple of weeks. Gordon would be inactive for the first six seeding games if he does miss the full two weeks of […]

Kemba Walker Gaining Strength In His Left Knee

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) has been battling injury issues since he was drafted out of college. His left knee continues to bother him, but it is reportedly the strongest it has been since September, according to head coach Brad Stevens. The team still plans to limit Walker during the seeding games despite his […]

Zion Williamson Uncertain For Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is reportedly a game-time decision for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz, according to head coach Alvin Gentry. He has been trying to get up his conditioning after being quarantined. Williamson mentioned that he wants to be on the court, but who knows if that'll happen this quickly. He […]

Anthony Davis Misses Tuesday's Practice

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (eye) was not able to suit up for Tuesday's practice. He was poked in the eye on Saturday and it has been bothering him since then. The team is obviously going to be careful with him and head coach Frank Vogel said that there is some concern that Davis […]

Jonathan Isaac Happy To Get Back On The Court

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) mentioned that it felt good to get back on the court for Monday's scrimmage. “Man, it felt really good,” Isaac said. “It’s really fun to be back out there." The Magic have been careful with Isaac over the last few months, but he appears to be making solid progress. […]

Dario Saric, Kelly Oubre Jr. Are Out On Tuesday

Phoenix Suns forwards Dario Saric (ankle) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) have been ruled out for Tuesday's scrimmage contest. Saric tweaked his ankle on Sunday and the team has been playing it safe since then. He should be ready to play for the seeding games, but the team is going to be careful until then. […]

Aron Baynes Unavailable For Tuesday's Scrimmage

Phoenix Suns center Aron Baynes (COVID) is unavailable for Tuesday's scrimmage contest. Baynes is currently in Orlando, but must clear COVID-19 protocol before being allowed to take the court again. Getting his conditioning back up in time for the seeding games is going to be tough. Regardless, it sounds like he'll have a limited role […]

Andre Roberson Moving Into Starting Five

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson will move into the starting five for Tuesday's scrimmage against the Portland Trail Blazers. Veteran point guard Chris Paul will receive a routine rest day here. That means, Roberson gets to join the starting five and show everyone what he can do. It's great to see Roberson back on […]

C.J. McCollum Resting On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum will sit out of Tuesday's scrimmage against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It doesn't sound like McCollum is hurt, but the organization wants to make sure he is fully healthy for the actual games starting Friday. McCollum will be asked to carry a heavy load on offense if Damian Lillard […]

Damian Lillard Sits Out During Tuesday's Scrimmage

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (foot) won't suit up for Tuesday's scrimmage against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He continues to deal with left foot inflammation and will miss his second scrimmage in a row. Head coach Terry Stotts does expect Lillard to be ready in time for Friday's actual game versus the Memphis Grizzlies. […]

Hassan Whiteside, Zach Collins Limited on Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Hassan Whiteside and forward Zach Collins will be limited for Tuesday's exhibition game. Neither player is injured, but head coach Terry Stotts wants to make sure both players are healthy for the seeding games. As of right now, it sounds like Whiteside is going to start alongside Jusuf Nurkic. It'll be […]

DeMarre Carroll Back In Action Sunday

Houston Rockets forward DeMarre Carroll (hamstring) was back in action for Sunday's scrimmage against the Memphis Grizzlies. He has been banged up over the last few days, but hamstring issues are easy to aggravate. Carroll played 11 scoreless minutes, but team is obviously going to be careful in a meaningless game. He was able to […]

Richaun Holmes Will Suit Up Versus Clippers

Sacramento Kings center Richaun Holmes will be back in action for Monday's scrimmage against the Los Angeles Clippers, according to head coach Luke Walton. Holmes has been practicing with the team for a week since his 10-day quarantine. It sounds like he still needs to get his conditioning up, but the team feels comfortable playing […]

Markelle Fultz, Jonathan Isaac Playing Monday

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz and forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) will both suit up for Monday's scrimmage. Obviously, both players are going to be limited, but it's nice to see them back on the court. Fultz is healthy, but his arrival to Orlando was delayed. Isaac has not played in a game in seven […]

Aron Baynes Has Cleared COVID-19 Protocol

Phoenix Suns center Aron Baynes has been cleared from the COVID-19 protocol and is traveling to Orlando on Monday. He has been battling the virus for about a month, so fatigue might be the biggest issue here. The Suns are expected to limit Baynes until he can get his conditioning up. Baynes should have a […]

Troy Brown Returns Monday

Washington Wizards forward Troy Brown (thumb) is back in the lineup for Monday's scrimmage against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was dealing with some thumb soreness and sat out of Saturday's contest. He will start alongside Shabazz Napier, Isaac Bonga, Rui Hachimura and Thomas Bryant on Monday. He is expected to see increased playing time […]

Zion Williamson Scheduled To Join Team Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is scheduled to be back with the organization and practicing on Wednesday. He briefly left the bubble due to a family matter, but has recently returned to Orlando. Williamson was reportedly able to get in some light workouts while he was away from the team. He should be ready […]

Goga Bitadze Likely Out A Few Weeks

Indiana Pacers center Goga Bitadze (knee) is reportedly still a couple of weeks away from taking the floor, according to head coach Nate McMillan. The Pacers are already without Domantas Sabonis (foot) for the foreseeable future. The organization is going to be forced to lean heavily on Myles Turner during the restart. TJ Leaf and […]

Dario Saric Walking Normally Again

Phoenix Suns forward Dario Saric (ankle) underwent treatment and is reportedly walking around normally again. He tweaked his left ankle over the weekend, but it doesn't sound like a serious issue. Saric is currently listed as day-to-day, but should be ready in time for the seeding games. He could see increased playing time, assuming Kelly […]

Damian Lillard Misses Sunday's Scrimmage

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (foot) did not suit up for Sunday's scrimmage against the Toronto Raptors. He is dealing with left foot inflammation, but the X-rays came back negative. The organization is obviously going to be careful especially during meaningless exhibition games. Head coach Terry Stotts is hopeful that Lillard will be ready […]

Glenn Robinson III Doesn't Return Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Glenn Robinson III (hip) was unable to finish Sunday's scrimmage versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. He suffered a left hip pointer injury doing a couple of collisions during Sunday's contest. He walked back to the locker room, but returned to the bench later in the game. The Sixers are likely just being […]

De'Aaron Fox Feels Good

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) mentioned that he is feeling good after playing in Saturday's scrimmage. He has been battling a minor left ankle issue, but it appears he's finally getting over it. Fox played 19 minutes on Saturday and was moving around well while on the floor. The organization is hopeful that Fox […]

Jonathan Isaac Takes The Court Monday

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) is expected to suit up for Monday's scrimmage against the Denver Nuggets. "As always, we will take a very cautious approach, and his playing time will be placed under a very limited minute restriction as he gets re-acclimated to the NBA game," said Magic president Jeff Weltman. Isaac has […]

Dario Saric Unable To Finish Scrimmage

Phoenix Suns forward Dario Saric (ankle) was unable to return after suffering an injury during the second quarter of Sunday's scrimmage. He suffered a left ankle injury and limped to the bench under his own power. The team decided to hold him out after halftime, but that is likely just precautionary. Hopefully this is just […]

Fred VanVleet Exits Early During Scrimmage

Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet (knee) limped to the locker room during the first quarter of Sunday's scrimmage. He suffered a left knee injury while attempting to take a charge. The Raptors have not given much information since then, but they really have no incentive to rush VanVleet back out there. They likely kept him […]