Nick Lardis Available Against Kraken

Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Lardis (hand) is expected to play on Saturday night against the Seattle Kraken. It was initially unclear whether he would be healthy enough for the contest after injuring his left hand late in Thursday's loss to Edmonton. Lardis skated on the first line Saturday morning and will be part of […]

Oliver Ekman-Larsson Won't Play Saturday

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) is unavailable on Saturday against the Los Angeles Kings, David Alter of The Hockey News reports. The veteran rearguard suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday's loss to San Jose. Toronto has bolstered its blue line by calling up William Villeneuve from the minors, but he will be […]

Tyler Kleven Out Week-to-Week

Ottawa Senators defenseman Tyler Kleven (upper body) is week-to-week. After sustaining an upper-body injury in Thursday's win over Buffalo, Kleven didn't play in Saturday's matchup with Minnesota. Since he is considered week-to-week, Kleven might not return for the rest of the regular season. Kleven has tallied 18 points (three goals, 15 assists) in 70 appearances, […]

Mason Marchment Expected to Return Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (undisclosed) is on track to return to action on Saturday against the Winnipeg Jets. He is dealing with an unspecified health issue and couldn't play in Thursday's game against Carolina. However, Marchment skated on the first line and worked with the first power-play unit during the morning skate, […]

Aliaksei Protas Returns on Saturday

Washington Capitals winger Aliaksei Protas (upper body) will rejoin the lineup on Saturday against the Buffalo Sabres. He has sat out a pair of games due to an upper-body injury. Protas will be reunited with Dylan Strome and Alex Ovechkin on Washington's top line. The Belarusian forward has been a versatile contributor on offense, recording […]

Zach Hyman Could Miss Two Weeks

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's matchup with the Vegas Golden Knights and is looking at a multi-game absence. According to Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch, Hyman could miss up to two weeks. However, Knoblauch added that if this were a playoff game, Hyman would be out there, which suggests he isn't […]

Damon Severson Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson (upper body) had surgery on Thursday and will miss the rest of the season. He suffered an upper-body injury on a hit from Montreal Canadiens forward Zachary Bolduc on March 26. This is an unfortunate blow for Severson and his team. He had a good campaign in 2025-26, finishing […]

Jalen Duren Added to Injury Report Saturday

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (illness) has been added to the injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. He has been listed as questionable due to illness. Duren could be out for the second time in four games. Filling in for Duren in the starting lineup on Monday against Oklahoma City, Paul […]

Paul George Probable Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's tilt against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran star appears to be prepared to play for a second consecutive night. George finished Friday's 115-103 win over Minnesota with 23 points, six rebounds, six assists, one block, and four steals. He's been in impressive form […]

Tyler Herro a Late Scratch Saturday, Simone Fontecchio Starts

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (personal) will sit out Saturday's contest against the Washington Wizards. Herro was initially expected to play after being cleared from a foot issue, but he will miss the contest for personal reasons. Simone Fontecchio will fill in for him in the starting lineup. The Italian forward has produced 10.7 points, […]

Joel Embiid Will Sit Out Saturday's Game

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique, illness) won't play on Saturday against the Detroit Pistons. Embiid helped the 76ers defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night, and it was always unlikely that he would play in both legs of a back-to-back. Backup big men Andre Drummond and Adem Bona logged only 15 combined minutes behind […]

Justin Champagnie Active Saturday

Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (knee) is available on Saturday against the Miami Heat. He has been upgraded from a questionable status. Champagnie will come off the bench on Saturday but should still see a healthy amount of minutes. He has averaged 13.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.0 assists over the last three games, making […]

Bilal Coulibaly, Tre Johnson Available Against Heat

Washington Wizards guard/forward Bilal Coulibaly (heel) and guard/forward Tre Johnson (foot) will suit up on Saturday against the Miami Heat. It was initially unclear whether they would play after the team listed them as questionable on the injury report. The two will start the contest alongside Bub Carrington, Will Riley, and Anthony Gill. Due to […]

Alexandre Sarr, Tristan Vukcevic Won't Play Saturday

Washington Wizards center Alexandre Sarr (toe) and forward/center Tristan Vukcevic (knee) won't be in action on Saturday against the Miami Heat. Washington listed both players as questionable on the initial injury report and has ruled them out ahead of tip-off. Sarr will miss his fourth consecutive game. Vukcevic will join the Frenchman on the sidelines […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Upgraded to Available Saturday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (knee) will be active against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. He was listed as probable on the initial injury report after Hardaway Jr. couldn't finish Wednesday's win over Utah due to a knee issue. With Spencer Jones (hamstring) and Peyton Watson (hamstring) unavailable, Hardaway Jr. may pick up […]

Tyler Herro Cleared to Play Saturday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (foot) will play on Saturday against the Washington Wizards. The team has upgraded his status from probable to available. After back-to-back 30-point games, Herro slowed down on Wednesday against Boston, but he has an excellent fantasy matchup on Saturday. The Wizards are probably still having nightmares of Bam Adebayo dropping […]

Marcus Sasser Probable to Face 76ers Saturday

Detroit Pistons point guard Marcus Sasser (hip) is considered probable for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The 25-year-old is nursing a right hip strain but will likely be available to make his sixth consecutive appearance. With Cade Cunningham (lung) on the shelf, Sasser has had a chance to carve out a larger role. Unfortunately, […]

Justin Champagnie Questionable Saturday

Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. He was added to the injury report late with a right knee contusion. Champagnie has had a few strong outings recently, including a 17-point, seven-rebound effort in Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia. If Champagnie is unavailable against the Heat, Jamir Watkins […]

Tristan Vukcevic Iffy for Saturday

Washington Wizards forward/center Tristan Vukcevic (knee) is questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Miami Heat. The 23-year-old has been a starter in each of the last three games, but he might have to make way now in the lineup due to a right knee contusion. Alexandre Sarr (toe) is also questionable, so Julian Reese may […]

Trae Young Remains Out Saturday

Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young (back, quadriceps) will miss a 10th straight game on Saturday against the Miami Heat. Young made five appearances with his new squad before sustaining a right quadriceps contusion in mid-March. He is also dealing with lower back pain. With only a week left in the regular season, it appears […]

Jahmai Mashack Makes Early Exit Due to Neck Soreness

Memphis Grizzlies guard Jahmai Mashack (neck) didn't complete Friday's blowout loss to the Toronto Raptors. He had two points, one rebound, and one assist in 14 minutes during the first half but didn't play in the second. The team initially announced that Mashack was doubtful to return due to neck soreness. Mashack has been among […]

Jabari Smith Jr. Exits Early Against Jazz

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (face) left Friday's win over the Utah Jazz in the third quarter and didn't return. According to The Athletic's Will Guillory, Smith Jr. went to the locker room after taking a shot to the face from teammate Amen Thompson. Before leaving the action, Smith Jr. notched 18 points, five […]

Isaiah Stewart to Remain Out Saturday

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. After Stewart injured his left calf in mid-March, he was initially expected to miss one week, but he hasn't been able to make a quick return. Saturday's game will mark his 12th consecutive absence. Paul Reed will continue […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Says Bucks Are Keeping Him Out Against His Wishes

According to The Athletic's Eric Nehm, Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) told reporters before Friday's game against Boston that he's healthy and ready to play, but the team is keeping him out against his wishes. "I'm available to play, but I'm not in the game," Antetokounmpo said. "I'm available to play today. Right now. […]

Victor Wembanyama Available to Face Nuggets Saturday

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (ankle) hasn't been included on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. With San Antonio playing its second game in as many nights, Wembanyama sat out Thursday's matchup with the Clippers. Wembanyama has been a beast lately, posting 41 points in each of his last […]

Pascal Siakam Exits Early Friday Due to Back Injury

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (back) didn't finish Friday's matchup with the Charlotte Hornets. He missed the final few minutes of the game, with the team announcing that Siakam won't return due to a bruised lower back. Before exiting with 3:48 remaining in the fourth quarter, Siakam had an excellent performance. He finished with a […]

Zeke Nnaji Unavailable Against Spurs

Denver Nuggets forward/center Zeke Nnaji (hip) will remain in street clothes on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He injured his left hip last weekend against Golden State and exited the lineup on Wednesday night versus Utah. His next chance to suit up will come on Monday against Portland. Nnaji plays only a limited role […]

Spencer Jones Out Saturday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (hamstring) will miss a second straight game on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He suffered a right hamstring strain last week and could be sidelined for the rest of the regular season, as muscle injuries usually take a minimum of 2-3 weeks to heal. The Nuggets have also lost […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Likely to Play Saturday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (knee) is probable for Saturday's clash against the San Antonio Spurs. The 13-year veteran couldn't finish Wednesday's matchup with Utah due to a sore left knee, but it looks like the issue won't keep Hardaway Jr. off the court this weekend. He practiced fully on Friday. Hardaway Jr. has […]

Joel Embiid Suiting Up Against Timberwolves

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (illness) will play on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was upgraded from doubtful to probable earlier in the day, and Embiid has now been officially cleared to play. The former MVP will start the contest alongside Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Paul George, and Dominick Barlow. Since returning from a […]