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Dieng (recently traded) is out for Friday's game against the Pacers.

After not including Dieng on their initial game-day injury report, the Bucks have added the 22-year-old forward and listed him as out for Friday. His next chance to make his Milwaukee debut comes during Monday's meeting in Orlando against the Magic.

Doncic (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday's game against Golden State, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

McMenamin notes that there is some initial optimism that Doncic is not dealing with a major issue with his left hamstring. He was set to undergo imaging on Friday, and another update will likely be coming from the Lakers very shortly.

The Hornets waived Simpson on Friday.

Originally selected by Charlotte with the 42nd overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, the second-year guard holds career averages of 7.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.3 minutes per game across 50 appearances. He'll now be able to seek opportunities elsewhere.

Smart ended Thursday's 119-115 victory over the 76ers with seven points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-4 FT), four rebounds and five assists across 31 minutes.

Luka Doncic left Thursday's game early with hamstring soreness, putting Smart in a larger role at point guard for the Lakers. Doncic is set for further imaging, and if he misses upcoming contests, Smart could see increased minutes and responsibilities.

Green produced 14 points (4-4 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound, two assists, one block and four steals across 23 minutes during Thursday's 109-99 victory over Houston.

The four steals were a season high for Green, who still hasn't been consistent enough to warrant much attention in the vast majority of fantasy leagues. Green has averaged 5.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.7 steals in 16.1 minutes per tilt in his last 10 games.

Anderson (illness) is questionable for Friday's game versus Portland.

Anderson wasn't on the morning injury report, but the Grizzlies have since added him, which doesn't bode well for his status. If Anderson is unable to debut Friday, that could open things up for Taylor Hendricks.

Phillips (recently traded) will not play Friday against the Pelicans.

Phillips was acquired from Chicago on Thursday and will not play until his trade is finalized. He averaged just 9.5 minutes per game in a limited role with the Bulls, and he is not expected to see significant playing time in Minnesota initially.

Garland (toe/recently traded), who has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings, won't play in Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Joey Linn of SI.com reports.

Garland's next chance to make his Clippers debut comes Tuesday against the Rockets. However, Linn notes that the star guard is still working on his recovery from a right toe sprain, which further complicates Garland's timeline for a return. Until he's ready to go, Kris Dunn, Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller should each continue to handle a sizable workload.

Miller racked up 11 points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 21 minutes during Thursday's 109-99 victory over Houston.

Miller picked up early fouls and sat out the second quarter, which contributed to a quiet outing. Despite the off night, he should be able to get back on track and continue his scoring hot streak, averaging 23.7 points over his last ten games before Thursday.

Dosunmu (recently traded) will not debut Friday against the Pelicans.

Dosunmu was acquired from Chicago on Thursday and is expected to play a key role for the Timberwolves down the final stretch. He is likely to debut Sunday against the Clippers.