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Daniel Gafford Questionable Versus The Spurs
Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (concussion) is questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Spurs. He's in danger of missing a second consecutive contest, most recently sitting out in Thursday's narrow loss to the New York Knicks. The newly acquired Marvin Bagley III got the start in his place, and it didn't take the 24-year-old […]
Dennis Clausen
Isaiah Stewart Sidelined On Saturday
Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) won't play on Saturday against Milwaukee. The 22-year-old has already missed 10 games this season for various reasons. However, he tweaked his ankle in Wednesday's matchup versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, so his most recent ailment could keep him on the shelf for at least a few more games. With […]
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Bennedict Mathurin Good To Go On Friday
Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (ankle) will play on Friday versus Portland. The 21-year-old carried a questionable tag on Friday, just like he did ahead of Thursday's win over the Sacramento Kings. But he's good to go, although the return of Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) and the debut of Pascal Siakam could significantly impact his production […]
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Tyrese Haliburton Officially Active On Friday
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is officially active for Friday's meeting with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 23-year-old tweaked his hamstring during the January 8 matchup against the Boston Celtics, keeping him out of the lineup for Indiana's last five contests. Haliburton had indicated on Friday that he'd be good to go. However, things […]
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Zach LaVine Expected To Miss 1-2 Weeks
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (ankle) is expected to miss one-to-two weeks. The veteran sprained his right ankle during Thursday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors and underwent testing on Friday. Unfortunately, the news wasn't good, so Chicago will be without one of its top offensive contributors for the […]
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Josh Hart Questionable Against Toronto
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (knee) is questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Raptors. He wasn't available for Thursday's narrow win over the Washington Wizards because of a left knee injury. However, each of the Knicks' starters logged at least 38 minutes, with Quentin Grimes absorbing 19 minutes from off the bench. If […]
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Rui Hachimura Will Remain Under A Minutes Watch
According to Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, forward Rui Hachimura (calf) will remain on a minutes restriction on Friday night versus the Nets. The former Wizard missed five games to begin 2024 but has been in uniform for the Lakers' last three contests. While his production hasn't been terrible, he's logged fewer than 22 minutes […]
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Mikal Bridges Available Against The Lakers
Brooklyn Nets guard Mikal Bridges (shin) is available for Friday's meeting with the Lakers. He was listed as probable because of a right shin contusion. However, it will take more than that to keep the league's most durable player out of the lineup. The 2018 No. 10 overall pick is averaging 21.4 points this season, […]
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Mark Williams Not Close To Returning
Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (back) remains out on Friday against the Spurs. It appears the trend will continue moving forward, with head coach Steve Clifford reporting that the 22-year-old isn't nearing a return. Williams has nearly averaged a double-double this season. However, until Williams is ready to return, Nick Richards (ankle) should continue to […]
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Caris LeVert Doubtful Versus Atlanta
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Caris LeVert (wrist) is doubtful ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. The injury isn't anything new. However, he'll now miss his first game since December 23. The Cavs will also continue to operate without Darius Garland (jaw) and Evan Mobley (knee), so scoring chances will be up for grabs. Of […]
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Zach Collins Will Return On Friday Evening
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Zach Collins (ankle) will return for Friday's matchup against the Hornets. Victory Wembanyama will take the night off to rest ahead of Saturday's meeting with the Wizards, so Collins will enter the starting lineup. The 26-year-old has averaged a career-high 12.3 points this season. But he's logged 14.3 points in 23 […]
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Victor Wembanyama Resting Against Charlotte
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama won't play on Friday night versus the Hornets. San Antonio plays the second of consecutive outings on Saturday, so the rookie will take the night off to rest. In his place, Zach Collins (ankle), back from a nine-game absence, will return to the starting lineup. Collins has averaged a […]
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Brandon Miller Will Suit Up Versus The Spurs
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (back) will play on Friday versus the Spurs. The rookie missed the last two games with a back contusion. As a result, Cody Martin took his place in the starting lineup, although the 28-year-old combined for 10 points in the last two contests. Assuming Miller rolls with the first five […]
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Tyler Higbee Officially Good To Go Versus Detroit
Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (shoulder) is officially good to go for Sunday's postseason clash with the Detroit Lions. The veteran dislocated his shoulder in Week 17 and didn't suit up for the season finale versus the San Francisco 49ers. There were some doubts he would be available. But he logged three limited […]
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Steelers-Bills Won't Be Pushed Back Again
According to New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, the Super Wild Card meeting between the Bills and visiting Steelers won't be pushed back. The game was initially scheduled for Sunday afternoon. However, inclement weather, consisting of high wind and heavy snowfall accumulation, postponed the game until Monday at 4:30 PM ET. A lake effect warning […]
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Isaiah McDuffie Injured, Questionable To Return On Sunday
Green Bay Packers linebacker Isaiah McDuffie (stinger) is questionable to return to Sunday's Super Wild Card matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The 24-year-old exited due to a stinger, and he will finish with six tackles (five solo) if he doesn't return. The Packers also saw Jaire Alexander (ankle) exit. However, with Green Bay up big […]
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Jaire Alexander Questionable To Return Against Dallas
Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's meeting with the Dallas Cowboys. The 26-year-old rolled his ankle during Wednesday's practice and didn't participate in Thursday or Friday's sessions. However, he was cleared to play in Super Wild Card Weekend, which was great news for the Packers. There's a good […]
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Sam LaPorta Officially Active Versus The Rams
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (knee) is officially cleared for Sunday's meeting with the Rams. The rookie caught five of seven targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in the Week 18 win over the Minnesota Vikings. But his day came to an end after he suffered multiple knee injuries. At any rate, LaPorta […]
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P.J. Washington To Return Against Miami
Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington (foot) will return for Sunday's meeting with the Miami Heat. The 25-year-old injured his ankle during the January 5 matchup against the Chicago Bulls, keeping him off the floor for Charlotte's following three contests. He was listed as doubtful, so most assumed he was heading for a fourth consecutive absence. […]
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Caleb Martin Good To Go Against Charlotte
Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin (ankle) will suit up for Sunday's game against the Hornets. The oft-injured 28-year-old returned from a seven-game absence for Friday's win over Orlando. He logged just 24 minutes, finishing with 11 points. It's reasonable to assume Martin's workload will increase. However, there's also a chance the Heat will build up […]
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Tyler Herro Back In The Lineup Versus Charlotte
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (shoulder) will play on Sunday versus the Hornets. The 23-year-old didn't suit up for Friday's win over the Orlando Magic because of a shoulder issue. Fortunately, it will only cost him a game. The 23-year-old is having the best season of his career, averaging 22.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, […]
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Jimmy Butler Will Miss Another Game On Sunday
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (toe) remains out for Sunday's matchup with Charlotte. He will now miss his sixth consecutive game because of a sprained toe, and although he appears to be trending favorably, it's anyone's guess when he will be back in the lineup. Kevin Love (knee) also won't suit up. However, Tyler Herro […]
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Danilo Gallinari Traded To Detroit
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Pistons acquired Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala from the Wizards in exchange for Marvin Bagley III, Isaiah Livers, and two second-round picks. The No. 6 overall pick of the 2008 NBA Draft has suited up for the Knicks, Nuggets, Clippers, Thunder, and Hawks before becoming a Wizard. He's appeared […]
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Pistons Send Isaiah Livers To Washington
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Wizards acquired forward Isaiah Livers, Marvin Bagley III, and two second-round picks from the Pistons in exchange for Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala. Livers entered the 2023-24 campaign coming off the best year of his career, averaging 8.5 points and 3.1 boards in 22 starts in Detroit last season. […]
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Marvin Bagley III Heading To Washington
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Wizards acquired forward/center Marvin Bagley III, Isaiah Livers, and two second-round picks from Detroit. In exchange, the Pistons received Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala. The focal point of the deal centers around Bagley, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2018 NBA Draft. He spent just over three seasons […]
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Derrick Nnadi Questionable To Return Versus Miami
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi (elbow) is questionable to return to Saturday's playoff matchup with the Dolphins. The 27-year-old, who totaled 29 tackles and a sack during the 2023-24 campaign, suffered what was believed to be a left arm injury in the first quarter. But after getting looked at in the blue medical […]
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Mike Tomlin Will Wait Before Deciding On Future
According to ProFootballTalk's Mike Florio, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin will wait until the season ends before deciding his future with the organization. The 51-year-old was hired by the franchise in January 2007, making him the third coach in franchise history. Tomlin has never had a losing record in 17 seasons at the helm, […]
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Bill Belichick To Dallas Remains A Possibility
According to ProFootballTalk's Mike Florio, Bill Belichick could find his way to Dallas to become the Cowboys head coach for the 2024-25 campaign. The 71-year-old spent 24 seasons in New England, amassing a 266-121 regular season record. Most importantly, he has 17 division titles, a record, and six Super Bowl wins as the Pats head […]
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Zion Williamson Resting Versus Dallas
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson won't play on Saturday against the Dallas Mavericks. Williamson entered Friday's loss to the Denver Nuggets with a right quad contusion, so he wasn't a lock to play. However, he was in the lineup and finished a game-high 30 points. But with the Pelicans playing the second of a […]
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Franz Wagner Still Out On Saturday Night
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) remains sidelined for Saturday's game versus OKC. The third-year man out of Michigan has played well this season, averaging 20.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, the highest marks of his career. However, he suffered a sprained ankle in the January 3 meeting with the Golden State Warriors, meaning […]
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