Giannis Antetokounmpo To Remain Under A Minutes Restriction Friday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) will continue to operate under a minutes restriction during Friday's matchup against the Washington Wizards. Bucks head coach Doc Rivers announced that Antetokounmpo will be limited to 24 minutes. He logged the same amount of minutes on Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers when Antetokounmpo returned from a six-game […]

Dean Wade Ready For Action Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) is ready to return to work on Friday against the New York Knicks. The team initially listed Wade as probable for the game, and Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson has now officially confirmed that Wade will be back in the lineup following an 11-game absence due to a bone […]

Eric Gordon Facing Lengthy Absence

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Eric Gordon (wrist) is not expected to return to action any time soon. He will miss a fourth consecutive game on Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets, and 76ers head coach Nick Nurse told reporters on Thursday that it could be a lengthy absence for Gordon. The veteran sniper has consulted with two […]

Kyle Lowry To Remain Out On Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry (hip) will not be available for Saturday's clash against the Brooklyn Nets. The veteran playmaker has been ruled out for a fourth consecutive game. A couple of weeks ago, Lowry landed on the shelf due to an issue with his right hip. Tyrese Maxey should again eat up all […]

Kenyon Martin Jr. Ready For Jazz Debut

Utah Jazz forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (conditioning) is listed as available for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has missed two months of action due to a stress reaction in his left foot. While with the Philadelphia 76ers at the start of the season, Martin Jr. averaged 6.4 points and 3.0 rebounds in […]

Brandon Boston Jr. Remains Out Friday

New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Brandon Boston Jr. (ankle, illness) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Friday versus the Dallas Mavericks. The 23-year-old Kentucky product has been nursing an ankle injury and is currently also battling an illness. Boston Jr. has shown glimpses of quality in 2024-25, averaging 10.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and […]

Yves Missi Upgraded To Available

New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (knee) will be active on Friday against the Dallas Mavericks. The rookie big man hurt his right knee just before the All-Star break, and the Pelicans initially listed him as questionable for Friday's action. Missi's performances have been inconsistent, but he has had a solid rookie campaign. The 20-year-old […]

Josh Hart Sits Out Second Consecutive Game

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to patellofemoral syndrome in his right knee. Hart is considered day-to-day, so it's possible he can return to the lineup for Sunday's big matchup against the Boston […]

Jeremy Lauzon Ruled Out For Rest Of Season

Nashville Predators defenseman Jeremy Lauzon (lower body) will not return to play in 2024-25. The physical rearguard has yet to see any action in 2025 after suffering a lower-body injury, and the team has announced that Lauzon will be sidelined for 4-6 months. The 27-year-old, who set an NHL single-season record with 383 hits last […]

Kyle Connor Scratched On Thursday

Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor will miss Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off finale against Canada as a healthy scratch. Connor exits the Team USA lineup after struggling to make an impact in the first three games. He tallied one assist with one shot on goal. Chris Kreider of the New York Rangers will play instead […]

Josh Morrissey Will Not Play On Thursday

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (illness) will miss Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off finale against Team USA. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, Morrissey is battling an illness. The Canadians lost Shea Theodore (upper body) early in the tournament, and Morrissey's absence is another setback for the blue line. Thomas Harley of the Dallas Stars will join […]

Igor Shesterkin May Be Available Against Sabres

New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (upper body) could be an option for Saturday's matchup against the Buffalo Sabres. Shesterkin suffered an upper-body injury on Feb. 7 and was ruled out for 1-2 weeks. He has progressed well in his recovery and logged a second straight full practice on Thursday. The Rangers netminder has been […]

Bryan Rust Ready To Return To Penguins Lineup

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) expects to return to the lineup on Saturday against the Washington Capitals. The veteran forward was unavailable for Pittsburgh's last game before the 4 Nations Face-Off due to a lower-body injury. The Penguins have not had a great time in 2024-25, but Rust should be pleased with […]

Evgeni Malkin On Track To Return Saturday

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (lower body) is ready to rejoin the lineup on Saturday against the Washington Capitals. He has been out for six games due to a lower-body injury but returned to practice recently. Malkin will likely jump on the second line. The Russian veteran has had a disappointing season, amassing 34 points […]

Seth Jarvis Rejoins Canada's Lineup Thursday

Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis will return to Canada's lineup on Thursday against the U.S. at the 4 Nations Face-Off. Jarvis was a healthy scratch for Monday's matchup against Finland. Philadelphia Flyers star Travis Konecny took his spot in the lineup. On Thursday, Konecny will come out of the lineup to make room for Jarvis, […]

Brady Tkachuk Good To Go Thursday

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (illness) will be available for Team USA for Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Canada. Tkachuk left Monday's matchup against Sweden with a lower-body injury and skipped Wednesday's practice due to an illness. However, he returned to the ice Thursday morning and is ready to accompany his brother Matthew […]

Scoot Henderson Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (ankle) may be out for a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. Henderson has been a full participant in practice leading up to the game, suggesting that he is trending in the right […]

Jerami Grant Questionable Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) is questionable to play in Thursday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. He is dealing with right knee soreness and may be absent for a third consecutive game. Kris Murray could get another start if Grant remains unavailable on Thursday, with Jabari Walker also positioned to take on […]

Vince Williams Jr. Returns To Action Thursday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will be active on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. Before the All-Star break, Memphis played out a back-to-back set, and Williams Jr. did not play in the second leg. It has been a tough season for Williams Jr., who has made only six appearances due to health issues. […]

Clint Capela Available Against Magic

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (back) will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Orlando Magic. Capela has yet to play this month after dealing with back issues. He disappeared from the injury report before the All-Star break but was inactive for a couple of games. On Wednesday, Hawks head coach Quin Snyder said that […]

Jaylen Brown Available Against 76ers

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (knee) is off the injury report and ready to play in Thursday's meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers. A sore right knee kept Brown out from a couple of games ahead of the All-Star break. Sam Hauser started during his absence and will head back to the second unit on Thursday. […]

Jrue Holiday Returns To Celtics Lineup

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) is no longer listed on the injury report, suggesting he will return from a four-game absence on Thursday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The two-time NBA and Olympic champion has missed time due to a right shoulder impingement. As a result of Holiday's return, Al Horford will drop back to […]

Ja Morant Ready To Return Thursday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (knee) is not on the injury report for Thursday's clash against the Indiana Pacers. The Grizzlies superstar was unavailable for the previous game due to a sore knee. Luke Kennard received a start against the Los Angeles Clippers on Feb. 12 and is poised to return to the bench […]

Tyrese Maxey Set To Return To Action Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Boston Celtics. Maxey was out on Feb. 12 against the Brooklyn Nets due to a knee contusion, but luckily for the 76ers, he is ready to jump back into action on Thursday night. Joel Embiid […]

Joel Embiid Available Against Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is not on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Boston Celtics, indicating that he will be back on the floor. Embiid missed Philadelphia's previous game, the second leg of a back-to-back, against the Brooklyn Nets on Feb 12. He has featured in four of the team's last […]

Dean Wade To Remain Out On Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) will remain sidelined on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets. He has been ruled out for an 11th consecutive game due to a bone bruise in his right knee. Wade is having a career year in Cleveland, averaging 6.0 points and 5.1 rebounds in 22.8 minutes, but the addition of […]

Isaac Okoro May Return To Action Against Nets

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The 24-year-old has sat out 14 games due to a right shoulder injury but could be back in action on Thursday night. Okoro also dealt with the same injury earlier in the campaign, which has limited him to […]

Ty Jerome Continues To Deal With Calf Strain, Questionable For Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (calf) may have to sit out a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets, as the team lists him as questionable for the matchup. Jerome made 14 straight appearances before dropping out of the lineup due to a right calf strain. Craig Porter Jr. saw extra action with […]

Patrick Williams Ruled Out For Thursday

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (quadriceps) will not suit up for Thursday's matchup against the New York Knicks. He has been ruled out due to soreness in his right quadriceps. Williams' absence creates additional playing opportunities for Matas Buzelis and Julian Phillips. The former has already gained momentum recently with a move to the starting […]

Mitchell Robinson Practices Fully On Wednesday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) went through a full practice on Wednesday. The team has ruled Robinson out for Thursday's matchup against the Chicago Bulls, but the fact that he is back on the court as a full participant in practice suggests that his comeback is close. ESPN's Shams Charania recently reported that […]