NBA Player News

Smith (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game in Miami.

Nikola Vucevic (rest) is slated to sit out Saturday's game, so Smith will likely be starting if he's cleared. Check back for another update on Smith closer to Saturday's tip.

Miller is questionable for Saturday's game in Miami due to a migraine.

With Nikola Vucevic (rest) not expected to play and Jalen Smith's (calf) status up in the air, it's possible Miller could enter the rotation Saturday evening if he's able to give it a go. Check back closer to tipoff for official word on Miller's status.

Jones (hamstring) will not play Saturday against Miami.

Jones was given at least a two-week timetable back a week ago. With that in mind, a return against the Nuggets on Feb. 7 may be his best-case scenario.

Vucevic (rest) is doubtful to play Saturday versus the Heat.

Vucevic is expected to rest on the first leg of this upcoming back-to-back set, and managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff. With Vucevic unavailable and Jalen Smith (calf) questionable, Matas Buzelis and Patrick Williams could be tapped to play some center minutes Saturday evening.

Giddey (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Heat.

Saturday's game is the first leg of a back-to-back set, and Giddey is a prime candidate for another maintenance day -- he just missed Thursday's game for maintenance-related reasons. If he misses any action, Kevin Huerter, Ayo Dosunmu and Isaac Okoro could see more action for Chicago.

White (calf) is questionable for Saturday against the Heat.

Saturday's game is the first leg of a back-to-back set. Josh Giddey (hamstring) is also questionable for injury management, so the Bulls are likely considering a maintenance day for both players. If that happens, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu would likely take on larger roles for the Bulls.

Green (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's matchup with the Cavs.

It appears that Green will be returning from a three-game absence Friday evening, but he'll likely have some heavy minutes restrictions. Jordan Goodwin's minutes and usage will dip with Green active.

Valanciunas (calf) is probable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Valanciunas is expected to play through another probable tag related to his calf injury. He may see a reduced role, however, as Nikola Jokic (knee) is expected back in the lineup Friday.

Murray (hamstring/hip) is probable for Friday's game versus the Clippers.

The Nuggets continue to list Murray as probable, and he continues to play. Managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to Friday's tip. Murray closed with 27 points (9-16 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Thursday's 107-103 win over Brooklyn.

Thomas (hamstring) is available for Friday's game in Utah, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

Michael Porter (personal) won't play Friday, so Thomas could see a lot of offense coming his way, making him an intriguing target in daily fantasy leagues with a favorable matchup against the Jazz. Thomas is averaging 15.9 points on 39.5 percent shooting from the floor and 83.8 percent at the stripe this season.