NBA Player News

Clarke (toe) is questionable for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Clarke is in danger of missing a second straight game due to this injury, and it comes as a bad time for the big man, who was coming off back-to-back starts before missing Wednesday's defeat against the Lakers. Clarke hasn't reached the 20-minute plateau in his last six outings, however, so even if he's available, his fantasy upside will be somewhat limited.

Nurkic is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder due to a left ankle sprain.

Nurkic missed Tuesday's win over Utah due to the lingering ankle injury, though he was able to suit up in the second leg of the back-to-back set in Wednesday's loss to the Kings. If the big man is unable to suit up Friday, Mason Plumlee will likely get the starting nod with Oso Ighodaro receiving an uptick in playing time off the bench.

Adams (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Adams didn't step on the court in Wednesday's win over the Clippers, but the extra day of rest might benefit him. The Rockets are being very cautious with the veteran big man, but if he's deemed available for Friday's game, he should slot in as Alperen Sengun's primary backup option ahead of Jock Landale.

Bamba (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Bamba continues to deal with left knee soreness but will play in the G League with the San Diego Clippers during Thursday's game against the Valley Suns. As things stand now, the medical staff in Los Angeles hopes to have him ready to go for Sunday's contest against the Jazz, according to Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com.

Davis is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to left plantar fasciitis.

Davis has been a regular in the injury report, but the probable tag suggests he'll end up playing, as has been the case in recent weeks. The star big man is averaging 30.2 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game this season.

Jokic is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans due to personal reasons.

Jokic does not appear to be injured, though he is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season Friday. If the three-time MVP is unable to play, Zeke Nnaji and DeAndre Jordan are both candidates for increased roles.

Allen (leg) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Allen continues to deal with a left lower leg strain but was able to suit up in Cleveland's previous outing against Philadelphia. Allen recorded 11 points, 12 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 32 minutes against the 76ers.

Zeller (personal) won't play in Friday's game versus the Wizards.

Zeller has yet to play for Atlanta this season due to personal reasons. Until the team releases an update on the veteran big man, he can be considered week-to-week.

Claxton is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Knicks due to lower back tightness, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

It's unclear when Claxton suffered his back injury, but it could cause him to miss his first contest since Oct. 30. If Claxton is unable to suit up, Ben Simmons will likely draw the start at center against the Knicks.

Carter (foot) is out for Friday's game versus the 76ers.

Carter's absence streak will extend to seven games Friday due to left foot plantar fasciitis. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Phoenix.