NBA Injuries - Page 29

As the Oklahoma City Thunder attempt to create the NBA’s next dynasty, a crucial piece to that puzzle returned on Friday, as Jalen Williams made his comeback in the 123-119 win over the Phoenix Suns. While the Thunder star had been receiving encouraging updates as of late, he finally made his return after missing 19 […]

Donovan Mitchell gave Cleveland Cavaliers fans a brief scare Friday night, but the star guard looked just fine once he stepped back on the floor. Midway through the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks, Donovan Mitchell headed to the back with a Cleveland staffer after checking out, as Hawks beat reporter Lauren L. Williams noted […]

All eyes were on the Staples Center as the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. More importantly, it marked Anthony Davis’s return to Hollywood following the blockbuster trade in February with Luka Doncic. In the process, Davis will take part in his first game at the Staples Center since February 27, […]

Andre Drummond’s resurgence season hit a scary pause Friday night in Brooklyn. The Philadelphia 76ers center left the game against the Brooklyn Nets in the second quarter with a right knee sprain and will not return, according to Kyle Neubeck. He dropped to the floor after contesting a shot, grabbed at his right leg, and […]

The Boston Celtics are set to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday evening. They could be without Jaylen Brown, however, who is dealing with back spasms. According to the NBA injury report, Brown is listed as questionable to play. Neemias Queta îs also questionable due to a left ankle sprain. Derrick White is probable with […]

The Milwaukee Bucks enter tonight’s NBA Cup matchup against the New York Knicks desperately needing momentum, and preferably their superstar back on the floor. Milwaukee, now 8-11 and riding a six-game losing streak, has struggled without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has missed four straight games with a left adductor strain. As the defending NBA Cup champions, […]

Amid Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein’s best start to a season of his career, Friday’s NBA Cup game against the Suns will be his first injury absence of the season. Hartenstein is ruled out with right ankle soreness. He joins Aaron Wiggins (left adductor) on the Thunder’s injury report. Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams is […]

After initially being listed as questionable due to a calf strain that kept him out for around a month, Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis is reportedly expected to play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. So, what should fans expect to see from AD in his return […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, but will they have Jarrett Allen available for the game? Allen is dealing with a finger issue and is listed on the injury report as a result. The Cavs have been without Allen at times this season, as the center has dealt with injury […]

The Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz will go head-to-head on Friday night. Dennis Schroder is among the Kings listed on the injury report, so is the veteran guard playing tonight vs. the Jazz? Schroder is dealing with right hip soreness. Sacramento is proceeding with caution as a result. The Kings would certainly benefit from having […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers (13–4) prepare for their final West Group B matchup in NBA Cup play, the team has released its latest injury report ahead of Friday night’s meeting with the Dallas Mavericks (5–14) at 10:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video. The status of veteran guard Marcus Smart headlines the update. The Lakers […]

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis will make his return from injury on Friday night against the Los Angeles Lakers, as first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. It goes without saying, but Friday night’s contest is going to receive no shortage of attention given the fact that Davis was traded for Luka Doncic last season. While […]

The Chicago Bulls entered November looking like one of the surprise early contenders in the Eastern Conference. At 6-1, they were energetic, connected, and confident. But heading into Friday’s matchup against the Charlotte Hornets, the tone around the team has shifted dramatically, and the injury report tells the entire story. Chicago has listed 11 players […]

The Philadelphia 76ers enter Friday night’s NBA Cup matchup against the Brooklyn Nets looking for momentum, but they’ll once again have to navigate the uncertainty surrounding their star power. With injuries piling up early in the season, the big question heading into tip-off is simple: Will Joel Embiid or Paul George suit up? According to […]

The Los Angeles Lakers clinched a spot on in the NBA Cup quarterfinals following their win against the LA Clippers on Tuesday, and they have one more cup game remaining against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. The Lakers were without Deandre Ayton in the win against the Clippers due to a knee injury, but he […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten off to a dominant start to the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 18-1 following Wednesday’s thrilling win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Making matters even more impressive for the Thunder is that they’ve done all of this with their second best player, Jalen Williams, sidelined as he recovers from […]

The Washington Wizards finally broke through as they snapped a brutal 14-game losing streak with a 132–113 win over the Atlanta Hawks in an NBA Cup game that meant nothing in the standings but everything for morale. The Wizards shot a scorching 57 percent from the field and 50 percent from deep, a burst of […]

As Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was relieved about Stephen Curry’s injury outlook, the timetable for the star guard has been revealed. While the Warriors are off to a 10-10 start to the season, the team will be without its leading man for a bit. Shams Charania of ESPN reports that Curry will […]

The Golden State Warriors saw their NBA Cup night fall apart in minutes, losing both the game and Stephen Curry to injury. The injury came late and didn’t shift the crowd’s energy, but Steve Kerr still struck a tone that surprised fans. Speaking to reporters, Kerr told ESPN’s Anthony Slater, “When I heard it was […]

SAN FRANCISCO – Somehow, the Golden State Warriors’ narrow 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets was not the worst thing that happened to them on Wednesday night. Stephen Curry suffered a right quad contusion, the team reported, an injury he sustained around the 4:21 mark in the fourth quarter when he collided with Alperen Sengun […]

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II’s night is over against the Houston Rockets. Payton suffered a lower-body injury in the first half of the contest and was later ruled out for the remainder of the matchup at Chase Center in San Francisco. “Warriors say Gary Payton II (sprained left ankle) will not return to […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has picked up an injury early into the 2025-26 NBA season as a team insider provided his insight into what’s going on. Green has been present in the Warriors’ rotation, taking part in 16 of the team’s first 19 games of the season. However, this has come with him […]

The Toronto Raptors suffered a major blow during their game against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday after Gradey Dick suffered a head injury. Dick was being checked for a possible concussion, and was ruled out for the rest of the game, as per ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel. The injury occurred after Dick went up to grab […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Ahead of Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams’ 19th consecutive absence, head coach Mark Daigneault reminded reporters of the rigorous process that the All-Star forward is currently facing. With no date set for Williams’ return, the Thunder will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA Cup game without him. Before the Thunder’s […]

The New York Knicks have a pre-Thanksgiving NBA injury setback on their hands. Landry Shamet went down hard against the Orlando Magic four nights ago. Now the Knicks know his injury extent as of Wednesday. NBA insider for ESPN Shams Charania revealed where things now are for Shamet and how it impacts the Knicks’ depth. […]

As the Golden State Warriors continue to battle a brutal schedule at the start of the 2025-26 NBA season and stay afloat with players being in and out of their nightly rotations, two key names are on the verge of returning from their respective injuries. Jonathan Kuminga, who has been held out since Nov. 14 […]

On Friday evening, the Dallas Mavericks will hit the road to take on the Los Angeles Lakers in a matchup of the two teams that were involved in the most shocking trade in NBA history ten months ago. Mavericks big man Anthony Davis has yet to play a game in the Crypto.com Arena since he […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on the injury report, listed as questionable. Gilgeous-Alexander is dealing with an illness, while All-Star Jalen Williams remains out, recovering from wrist surgery. Here’s everything we know about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s injury and his playing status vs. the Timberwolves. *Watch NBA games […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will be facing the Miami Heat in the NBA Cup group stage play, and they may be able to get their star player back. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been out for the last three games for the Bucks as he’s been dealing with an adductor strain, and they’re currently on a five-game losing […]

Update: Dylan Harper will make his return for the San Antonio Spurs against the Portland Trail Blazers, according to Clutchpoints’ Brett Siegel. The San Antonio Spurs enter their NBA Cup showdown with the Portland Trail Blazers carrying fresh intrigue, as Dylan Harper lands a key injury update that shifts the tone of tonight’s game. The […]

Toronto Raptors swingman RJ Barrett underwent an MRI of his injured right knee, which revealed no structural damage, the team announced on Wednesday morning. Barrett has been diagnosed with a sprain and will be re-evaluated in seven days. This is certainly good news for the Raptors and the 25-year-old, as Barrett’s injury drew significant concern […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers came into their NBA Cup matchup against the LA Clippers a little short-handed as Deandre Ayton was ruled out due to a knee injury. Ayton suffered the injury during the Lakers’ win against Utah Jazz on Sunday. But Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t seem to think that […]

Injuries are obviously a tough subject for every NBA team, but Philadelphia 76ers fans are particularly sensitive to the issue. They watch their franchise constantly endure health questions, to the point where it is hard to ever set high expectations. Misfortune struck inside Xfinity Mobile Arena once again, as Trendon Watford was forced to exit […]

The Golden State Warriors received a positive update ahead of their face-off against the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup on Wednesday after Draymond Green was listed as probable in the injury report. Green sat out their last game versus the Utah Jazz on Monday due to a foot sprain. Golden State won, 134-117. ClutchPoints’ […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder could be without the reigning MVP in their upcoming game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday in the NBA Cup, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was included in the team’s injury report. If Gilgeous-Alexander sits out, the Thunder will have to dig a little deeper in battling the Timberwolves at Paycom Center, especially […]

The Milwaukee Bucks had been treading water early on in the 2025-26 NBA season. Through 15 games, the Bucks were 8-7 and right in the thick of the Eastern Conference standings. But in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers last Monday, superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered an adductor strain. It was believed the Bucks’ best player […]

MIAMI – After Miami Heat star Tyler Herro made his season debut in the 106-102 win over the Dallas Mavericks, the team was still missing key components to its rotation. Though the returning Herro for the Heat is a massive addition, the thought of a fully healthy team has some fans excited due to the […]

SAN FRANCISCO– Jonathan Kuminga’s bilateral knee patellar tendenitis and his timeline for return have been a bit of a mystery as of late. But while Kuminga is set to miss his seventh straight game in Golden State’s upcoming matchup with the juggernaut Houston Rockets, there seems to be a plan in place to clear his […]

The Golden State Warriors have been up and down so far in the 2025-26 NBA season, currently sitting at 10-9 following a comfortable home win over the Utah Jazz on Monday night. The Warriors have played the last several games without wing Jonathan Kuminga, who has been out of the lineup due to knee tendinitis. […]