NBA Player News

Williams (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Lakers.

Williams missed Tuesday's win over the Warriors with the ankle issue, and with Thursday's game coming as the first in a back-to-back set, it wouldn't be surprising to see Williams spend at least one more game on the sidelines. Managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to Thursday's tip.

Giddey is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to a right ankle sprain.

Giddey is tending to a minor ankle injury, but he's slated to play through the issue. Giddey has produced a triple-double in three of his last four games, averaging 17.5 points, 12.0 rebounds and 11.5 assists across 35.5 minutes during that stretch.

Hart (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game against Utah, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Hart will get the night off Wednesday to nurse a sore left knee. His next chance to play will come Friday at Indiana. In the meantime, look for Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson to see an uptick in playing time.

Smith (calf) is probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Smith is on track to play Thursday, and managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff. Thursday's match will be the first of a back-to-back set, though, so there's a chance Smith could get hit with a maintenance day Friday.

Mamukelashvili will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports.

Mamukelashvili made a spot start in Toronto's most recent game, but he'll move aside now that Jakob Poeltl (illness) is healthy. Mamukelashvili is averaging 9.8 points and 4.5 rebounds per game this season as a reserve.

Sexton (leg) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Lakers.

Sexton missed Tuesday's win over the Warriors, but there's a chance he'll be able to get back to action Thursday. If he is able to return, there will be fewer minutes available for Rob Dillingham.

Okoro (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Okoro missed Tuesday's game due to right knee soreness, and he's at risk of missing the opening leg of a back-to-back Thursday. Okoro is averaging 8.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game this season.

Simons (wrist) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Simons will miss a ninth consecutive contest due to a left wrist fracture. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Clippers, though it doesn't seem like a return is imminent.

George (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

George will play through an illness for a second straight game. The talented young guard played just 24 minutes last time out, so it's possible he'll have his minutes limited once again Wednesday. If that's the case, Isaiah Collier would likely see a bump in playing time.

Jackson-Davis (finger) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Vivek Jacob of the Raptors' official site reports.

Jackson-Davis is ending a two-game absence caused by a dislocated finger. With Jakob Poeltl now healthy following an illness, Jackson-Davis isn't in position to play a meaningful role.