Taylor Hendricks Questionable For Friday

Utah Jazz power forward Taylor Hendricks (toe) is carrying a questionable designation ahead of Friday's matchup against Atlanta. Following a three-game absence, Hendricks has returned to full practice, meaning he should have a good chance of shaking off the questionable tag on Friday. The 20-year-old had moved to the starting unit before getting injured and […]

Jordan Clarkson Won't Play On Friday

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (groin) will come out of the lineup on Friday against Atlanta. The 2021 Sixth Man of the Year has suffered a right groin strain. With Kris Dunn (rest) also out against the Hawks, Keyonte George and Collin Sexton look set for a massive workload against one of the weakest defenses […]

Keldon Johnson Back In Spurs Lineup On Friday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Keldon Johnson (illness) isn't on the injury report ahead of Friday's clash with the Nuggets. San Antonio's third-leading scorer will return to the court following a one-game absence -- Johnson missed Tuesday's game versus Houston with a stomach bug. Johnson is nailed to a bench role in San Antonio, but he […]

Cedi Osman Out For Fourth Straight Game

San Antonio Spurs forward Cedi Osman (ankle) will remain out of the lineup on Friday versus Denver. The former Cavalier continues to nurse a left ankle sprain and will sit out a fourth consecutive contest. During Osman's absence, Julian Champagnie's minutes have received the biggest boost, as he's gone from getting fewer than 20 minutes […]

Jalen Johnson Questionable For Friday's Matchup

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (ankle) is questionable to play on Friday against Utah. The 22-year-old has been out for three games with a right ankle sprain. He was listed as doubtful prior to Wednesday's clash with Portland, so the questionable designation is definitely a step forward. Johnson has enjoyed a breakout campaign, and Trae […]

Kevin Love To Miss Eighth Consecutive Game

Miami Heat forward/center Kevin Love (heel) hasn't traveled with the team to Detroit for Friday's matchup against the Pistons, missing an eighth consecutive game. The veteran is struggling to overcome a heel injury, which he picked up late last month. Love's absence has secured a regular starting role for Nikola Jovic, with Haywood Highsmith and […]

Quentin Grimes Unavailable On Friday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Quentin Grimes (knee) won't play on Friday against the Heat. The former Knickerbocker continues to deal with right knee soreness, which has limited him to only two appearances this month. With Grimous out, extra backcourt minutes open up for rookie Marcus Sasser, and Evan Fournier could also get back to logging healthy […]

Ausar Thompson To Remain Out On Friday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Ausar Thompson (medical illness) will be absent for a third consecutive game on Friday against Miami. Thompson has been taken out of the lineup with a medical illness, and it's unclear when he will be ready to return. The versatile rookie had played in every game during his maiden campaign before an […]

Torrey Craig Ready To Go On Thursday

Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig (ankle) is available for the second leg of a back-to-back on Thursday versus the Clippers. The veteran had a 22-minute outing in Wednesday's overtime win against Indiana, and while he's only just returned from injury, the team won't keep him out of action on Thursday. Craig had 10 points, five […]

Cade Cunningham Questionable To Play Friday

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against Miami. He's on the injury report with left knee injury management, which puts Cunningham's run of 15 consecutive appearances under a threat. Jaden Ivey's usage should receive a boost without Cunningham, while Marcus Sasser could land in a starter's role. The […]

Jerami Grant Remains Out On Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (hamstring) will remain out on Thursday against the Knicks. The 30-year-old has suffered a hamstring strain and misses a second consecutive contest. Toumani Camara was back with the starters on Wednesday against Atlanta without Grant. He had a quiet 30-minute outing, and the rookie certainly won't have it easier […]

Anfernee Simons Questionable For Thursday's Game

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (knee) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's clash with the Knicks. Portland's leading scorer put in a monster performance with 36 points in 43 minutes against Atlanta on Wednesday and might sit out the second leg of a back-to-back. Scoot Henderson was back on the bench Wednesday, seeing […]

Eric Gordon Won't Play Against Boston

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Eric Gordon (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's big matchup against Boston. The team downgraded the veteran sniper from questionable to out. Gordon will be out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. His absence opens up extra minutes for Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale. Both players can provide plenty […]

Deandre Ayton Dominates Against Hawks

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton put in a dominant performance against Atlanta on Wednesday, scoring a season-high 33 points and grabbing 19 rebounds in a 106-102 win. He shot 15-for-20 from the field during a busy 41-minute night and completed his line with one assist, one steal, and one block. Ayton has sleepwalked through […]

DeMar DeRozan Racks Up 46 Points Versus Indiana

Chicago Bulls guard/forward DeMar DeRozan had a memorable night against Indiana on Wednesday. He produced one of the highest-scoring games of his career with a 46-point effort and helped the team to a 132-129 overtime victory. DeRozan's jump shot with 0.1 seconds remaining on the clock took the game past regulation, and the veteran star […]

Jalen Williams Set To Return For Thunder On Thursday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's clash with Dallas, which signals that he's ready to return to the lineup following a one-game absence. Williams hurt his right ankle on Sunday versus Memphis and had to miss Tuesday's juicy matchup against the Pacers. Gordon Hayward […]

Landry Shamet Out For Meeting With Rockets

Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet (calf) will be absent for a second consecutive game on Thursday versus Houston. The 27-year-old sniper suffered a left calf strain against Miami on Sunday, and it might take a while until he's healthy to play again. Shamet's absence gives the Washington bench around 16 extra minutes to share around. […]

Josh Okogie Won't Be Available Against Celtics

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Josh Okogie (abdomen) will miss a sixth straight game on Thursday versus Boston. The versatile wingman continues to nurse a lower abdominal strain. Phoenix likely gets Nassir Little (knee) back on Thursday, but with Eric Gordon (knee) questionable for the game, the bench could still be short of quality. Boston gives up […]

Jabari Walker Nearing Return

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (hip) was out for a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday versus Atlanta, but he is expected to make a return soon. Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups said Walker is getting closer and won't be out too much longer. These are encouraging words from Billups, but Thursday's matchup against […]

Tyler Herro Remains Without Timetable For Return

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (foot) is making progress but remains without a timetable for his return, according to head coach Erik Spoelstra. He was unavailable for a ninth consecutive contest as the Heat had a 2023 NBA Finals rematch with Denver on Wednesday. The next game comes on Friday, when the team starts a […]

Draymond Green Won't Play Versus Dallas

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Mavericks. Green was a late addition to the injury report with lower back soreness and has been downgraded from questionable to out. Trayce Jackson-Davis has been very impressive with his performances lately and looks to be Green's likeliest replacement […]

Scotty Pippen Jr. Returning To Action On Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (back) has been cleared to return to action on Wednesday versus Charlotte. The 23-year-old hasn't played since Feb. 14, recovering from a lumbar disc bulge. Pippen Jr. has put in a few promising performances, averaging 10.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 4.5 in eight games he has played with […]

Lamar Stevens Misses Second Consecutive Contest

Memphis Grizzlies forward Lamar Stevens (groin) won't make his return to the lineup on Wednesday against Charlotte, missing a second consecutive game. The 26-year-old is troubled by left adductor soreness. Stevens is one of many frontcourt players missing the action on Wednesday, meaning the likes of Trey Jemison, GG Jackson II, and Jake LaRavia are […]

Vince Williams Jr. Remains Out On Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will miss a third consecutive contest on Wednesday against the Hornets. The 23-year-old hasn't been able to shake off left patellar tendon soreness. Williams Jr.'s absence should secure plenty of shots for Luke Kennard and GG Jackson II. Both players tend to be quite inconsistent with their performances, […]

Santi Aldama Won't Play Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (elbow) will sit out Wednesday's contest against Charlotte. Memphis completes a back-to-back, and Aldama is getting the night off due to a sore left elbow. With Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) also missing, Trey Jemison could be carrying a very heavy workload on the Grizzlies' frontcourt, with Wenyen Gabriel, Jake LaRavia, […]

Connor Bedard Racks Up Five Points Against Ducks

Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard put his talents on full display against the Ducks on Tuesday, becoming the fifth 18-year-old in NHL history with a five-point game. He finished a 7-2 victory with one goal and four assists. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Ilya Kovalchuk were previously the only 18-year-olds with at least four assists in a […]

Aleksander Barkov Shines With Three Points Versus Dallas

Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov put in a big-boy performance against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, leading the way in a 4-3 win with two goals and one assist. The Stars shocked the visitors by jumping to a 3-0 lead, but the Panthers were still able to continue their road success, with Barkov picking up […]

Cayden Primeau Makes Franchise History With 41-Save Shutout

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Cayden Primeau frustrated the Blue Jackets with 41 saves on Tuesday, backstopping the team to a 3-0 win with his second shutout of the season. The 24-year-old established a new franchise record for most saves in a victory by a rookie netminder. Primeau also became only the fourth rookie in Canadiens history […]

Igor Shesterkin Registers Second Straight Shutout

New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped the Hurricanes from scoring on Tuesday, recording his second consecutive shutout with 28 saves in a 1-0 road win. It's the fourth time in Shesterkin's career he has picked up back-to-back shutouts. The Rangers' No. 1 has bounced back in style after opening the month with two consecutive […]

Jack Eichel Collects Three Points In Second Consecutive Game

Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel recorded his second consecutive three-point outing on Tuesday as the reigning Stanley Cup champions beat Seattle 5-4 in overtime. Eichel produced the game-winning goal 3:01 into the extra frame and had two assists in the contest. The American star went scoreless in both of his first two appearances when […]