Connor McDavid Ties Canadian Record With Three Assists in Olympic Debut

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid tallied three assists as Canada routed Czechia 5-0 on Thursday. In his Olympic debut, McDavid tied Team Canada's record for most assists in a single game at an Olympic tournament involving NHL players. McDavid set up Macklin Celebrini for the opening goal in the first period and added assists on […]

Josh Morrissey Hurt in Olympic Opener

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (undisclosed) was limited to 7:10 of ice time in Team Canada's 5-0 win over Czechia on Thursday. Canada opened the Olympic tournament with a comfortable win but lost Morrissey to an undisclosed injury. He took only one shift in the second period. Morrissey has been ever-present for the Jets this […]

Joel Embiid to Be Re-Evaluated After All-Star Break

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break, ESPN's Tim Bontemps reports. The big man felt soreness in his right knee last weekend against Phoenix and missed a second consecutive game on Wednesday night versus the Knicks. Philadelphia won't return to action until Feb. 19, giving Embiid a full week […]

Caleb Martin Iffy for Thursday's Game

Dallas Mavericks forward Caleb Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 30-year-old injured his left ankle on Tuesday night against Phoenix and could be sidelined for the first time since Dec. 20. Martin has averaged 7.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in 24.1 minutes […]

Naji Marshall Uncertain to Face Lakers

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall (foot) is questionable for Thursday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. Marshall has tallied 30-plus points twice in his last three outings, but he may have to miss Thursday's action due to a left foot sprain. With Cooper Flagg (foot) already ruled out, Dallas could be without two of its […]

Klay Thompson Available Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (rest) is not on the injury report for Thursday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. The veteran was rested by Dallas on Tuesday night versus Phoenix. Thompson's exit from the lineup coincided with Khris Middleton's team debut. On Thursday, Thompson will replace Cooper Flagg (foot) in the rotation. Dallas may […]

Trey Murphy III Makes Early Exit Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (shoulder) wasn't able to complete Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. He left in the third quarter due to right shoulder soreness. Hopefully, this isn't anything serious, as Murphy III's 2024-25 campaign was cut short by a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Murphy III tallied 19 points, […]

Jalen Williams Exits Early With Hamstring Issue

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) missed the fourth quarter of Wednesday's 136-109 win over the Phoenix Suns. The 2025 All-Star appeared to reinjure his right hamstring, exiting the game with a few minutes left in the third quarter. Williams was on fire against Phoenix, scoring 28 points on 11-for-12 shooting in just 20 […]

Cooper Flagg Out Through All-Star Break

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (foot) won't be available for Thursday's contest against the Los Angeles Lakers and will miss the All-Star weekend. The 19-year-old rookie sensation suffered a left midfoot sprain in Tuesday's loss to the Phoenix Suns. A source told ESPN that Flagg is expected to be available immediately after the All-Star break. […]

Deandre Ayton Listed as Questionable for Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is questionable for Thursday's contest against the Dallas Mavericks. He could be out for the third time in four games due to a sore right knee. Ayton's absence would allow Jaxson Hayes to make another start, with Maxi Kleber and Drew Timme seeing additional minutes off the bench. […]

Cooper Flagg Likely to Skip Meeting With Lakers

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (foot) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. The star rookie is on the injury report due to a left midfoot sprain and appears set to exit the lineup after appearing in six consecutive games. Assuming Flagg won't play, the Mavericks will need more playmaking […]

Stephon Castle Cleared to Play Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (pelvis) will be in action on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. San Antonio's rising star suffered a pelvic contusion in Tuesday's win over the Lakers and was listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Castle entered Tuesday's game coming off a huge 40-point triple-double. He's been shooting […]

Austin Reaves Set to Return Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Austin Reaves (calf) will return from a one-game absence on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. The team has not included Reaves on the injury report. Reaves is managing a calf injury and didn't play on Tuesday night against San Antonio when the Lakers completed a back-to-back. After returning from a calf […]

LeBron James Available Thursday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is not on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks, indicating he will return to the lineup. The veteran superstar sat out the second leg of a back-to-back against San Antonio on Tuesday. With Luka Doncic (hamstring) out, James has taken on more playmaking duties, […]

Luka Doncic Won't Face Mavericks Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. He will skip the meeting with his former team due to a left hamstring strain. This will be Doncic's fourth consecutive absence. Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard, and Kobe Bufkin have a chance to see more action […]

Will Richard Out Wednesday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Will Richard (knee) won't play on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. He is battling a right knee contusion, and Golden State has downgraded Richard from questionable to out. After having some standout moments early in the campaign, Richard has not been a major part of the rotation in recent weeks. […]

De'Anthony Melton Available Wednesday Night

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (glute) will play on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. He has been upgraded from questionable to available. Melton has been a starter for three consecutive games, averaging 10.7 points and 2.7 steals in 24.6 minutes. The 27-year-old will be a crucial defensive piece against San Antonio's backcourt, which […]

Spencer Jones Remains Sidelined Wednesday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (concussion) will not return to action on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. There was initially a chance Jones would be back after the team listed him as questionable on the injury report. However, he has been ruled out ahead of tip-off. Julian Strawther is set to remain in the starting […]

Christian Braun Active Wednesday Night

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) has been cleared to play on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. He is ready to suit up for a fifth consecutive game after initially having a probable tag on the injury report. Braun has started to pick up momentum and matched his season high with 20 points in Monday's […]

Jamal Murray Good to Go Against Grizzlies

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (hip) will be in the lineup on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The team has officially listed him as available after initially giving Murray a probable designation on the injury report. On Wednesday, Murray has a chance to record his first three-game double-double streak of the season. He narrowly […]

Nikola Jokic Ready to Rock Wednesday

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (ankle) will play against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night. The Nuggets superstar is dealing with an ankle sprain, but the team has upgraded his status from probable to available. Jokic can crush any opposition, but Wednesday's matchup looks particularly juicy for him, as the Grizzlies lack size. The three-time […]

Yves Missi a Late Scratch Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (calf) won't play on Wednesday night against the Miami Heat. The 21-year-old big man was a late scratch for the contest due to a sore left calf. After a promising rookie campaign, Missi has served as a backup big in 2025-26, averaging 5.6 points and 5.6 rebounds in 19.3 […]

Lauri Markkanen to Play Limited Minutes Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen will play limited minutes on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. "The plan for him is to play tonight on some restricted minutes, and then we'll see how he's feeling after the game, and we'll address tomorrow," Jazz head coach Will Hardy told […]

Jalen Green Out Against Thunder

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (hamstring) won't play in the second leg of a back-to-back on Wednesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will exit the lineup after a 12-point, four-assist effort across 20 minutes in Tuesday's win over Dallas. Devin Booker (ankle) also won't be in action against the defending champions, making Collin Gillespie […]

Devin Booker Skips Wednesday's Matchup

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) will miss Wednesday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team has ruled him out for the game after initially listing him as questionable. Booker played 32 minutes in Tuesday's win over Dallas and will rest his right ankle on Wednesday night. Jalen Green (hamstring) will also depart the […]

Andrew Wiggins Sits Out Wednesday's Game

Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (toe) won't suit up on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. The team initially listed Wiggins as questionable for the contest due to toe inflammation. Wiggins joins Tyler Herro (ribs), Pelle Larsson (forearm), and Norman Powell (back) on the sidelines. This will give […]

Mitchell Robinson Available Wednesday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) will be in action on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The big man was rested for the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday versus Indiana, but is ready to provide cover to Karl-Anthony Towns at the No. 5 spot against Philadelphia. Robinson has posted 4.8 points and […]

Jarace Walker, Micah Potter Available Wednesday

Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (illness) and forward/center Micah Potter (ankle) will be active against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. Both players were listed as questionable on the initial injury report. Indiana will wrap up a back-to-back on Wednesday and won't have any of its big guns in the lineup, giving players like Walker and […]

Noah Clowney Ruled Out Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (ankle) will miss Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The team initially listed Clowney as probable, upgraded him to available, and then unexpectedly ruled him out before tip-off. With Nicolas Claxton (hip) and Michael Porter Jr. (knee) also unavailable, the Nets will be without three regular starters. The Pacers are […]

Nicolas Claxton Misses Wednesday's Action

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. Due to a sore right hip, he will be unavailable for only the third time this season. Claxton missed a pair of games in early January, and Day'Ron Sharpe stepped in for him as the starting center. Sharpe […]