NBA Player News

Temple (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

It has been a roller coaster of status updates for Temple on Wednesday. After initially being ruled out and then upgraded to questionable earlier in the day, the veteran is now on track to suit up for the second leg of Toronto's back-to-back set. Even if he is officially cleared to play, Temple serves primarily as an emergency depth piece, making him a non-factor in all fantasy formats.

Barnes (shoulder) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.

It looks like Barnes will be able to play in the second leg of the Raptors' back-to-back set Wednesday after initially being listed as questionable due to a left shoulder contusion. He's logged at least 10 assists in each of his last five games, and over that span, he has averaged 16.0 points, 12.2 assists, 5.4 rebounds, 2.2 steals and 1.4 blocks over 30.0 minutes per game.

Gibson (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Gibson will miss a third straight game due to a right foot issue, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against the Raptors. With the veteran center out, Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Tyler Burton are candidates to see a slight bump in minutes.

Merrill (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Merrill will return to action Thursday after sitting out Tuesday's game against the Lakers for hamstring maintenance. The 29-year-old sharpshooter is expected to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, which will likely send Max Strus back to a reserve role. Merrill failed to connect on a three-pointer in his last outing Monday but had scored in double digits in his previous seven contests, and he will look to bounce back Thursday.

Oduro (ankle) is not listed on the Pelicans' injury report ahead of Thursday's game against Portland.

Oduro didn't play in the G League Birmingham Squadron's season finale against the Grand Rapids Gold this past Friday due to an ankle injury, but he's since rejoined the Pelicans and appears to be healthy. The 25-year-old big man has yet to make his NBA debut since signing a two-way deal with New Orleans on March 4.

McGowens (toe) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

McGowens' absence streak will extend to 11 consecutive games as he continues to recover from a right small toe fracture. The 23-year-old guard still lacks a clear timetable for a return, and with the Pelicans already eliminated from playoff contention, the team will likely continue to exercise extreme caution. McGowens can be considered doubtful for future contests until the team provides an update.

Dickinson (personal) isn't listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Dickinson sat out the G League Birmingham Squadron's season finale last Friday due to a personal matter, but he's rejoined the Pelicans ahead of Thursday's contest. The rookie big man hasn't made an appearance at the NBA level since the Pelicans' Oct. 22 season opener and isn't guaranteed to be active Thursday.

Matkovic (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Portland.

Matkovic is dealing with lower-back spasms and could miss his first game since March 3. If the 25-year-old big man is unable to suit up, Derik Queen and DeAndre Jordan would be candidates to see increased playing time.

Murphy (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Murphy is in danger of missing his fourth consecutive contest due to a lingering right ankle sprain. With New Orleans already eliminated from postseason contention, the team has little incentive to rush the 25-year-old wing back to the floor. If Murphy remains sidelined Thursday, look for Jeremiah Fears and Jordan Hawkins to continue logging increased minutes.

Bona will start in Wednesday's game against Washington.

With Joel Embiid (illness) ruled out, Bona will draw the start. In 14 starts during the campaign, the 23-year-old has averaged 6.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 0.7 assists, 1.2 blocks and 0.9 steals while shooting 52.2 percent from the field in 22.4 minutes per showing.