NBA Player News

Newell was recalled to the Hawks from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Thursday.

The move is a possible signal that Atlanta is bracing for Jonathan Kuminga (knee) to be unavailable for Thursday's tilt versus the Nets. Newell has averaged 5.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 11.1 minutes per contest through 40 NBA games this season.

Mbeng agreed Thursday with the Jazz on a 10-day contract, Jake Fischer of BleacherReport.com reports.

An undrafted rookie out of Yale, Mbeng was cut by the Heat prior to the start of the season and has spent the entire season with Miami's G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce. Through 41 appearances for the Skyforce, the 6-foot-4 guard has averaged 6.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.8 steals in 27.5 minutes per game while shooting just 27 percent from three-point range. With Keyonte George exiting the Jazz's 134-117 loss to the Knicks on Wednesday due to a hamstring injury and at risk of missing time, Mbeng could be called upon to serve as a backup point guard in Utah's next contest Friday in Portland.

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

Williams appears likely to miss his second straight contest Thursday. With this news, the Bulls may lean more on Leonard Miller at the forward spots.

Murray is probable for Thursday's game against the Spurs.

Despite dealing with a nagging ankle sprain, the star guard is expected to play Thursday. Over his last seven outings, Murray has averaged 28.6 points, 5.4 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 3.7 three-pointers in 35.4 minutes per game while shooting a torrid 50.0 percent from deep.

Gordon (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Spurs.

The Nuggets are thinking about holding Gordon out for hamstring injury management during the second half of their back-to-back. A potential absence for Gordon would vacate some playing time for the likes of Tim Hardaway, Bruce Brown and Cameron Johnson.

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

Smith was previously listed as doubtful, so the downgrade is a concern for fantasy managers. If Smith is unable to give it a go, Nick Richards will likely have a higher floor in fantasy hoops.

Yabusele (foot) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Yabusele was previously labeled as questionable for this contest. With this news, guys like Nick Richards, Leonard Miller and Lachlan Olbrich could be more involved for the Bulls.

Towns is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers due to bilateral knee soreness.

Towns didn't suffer an apparent injury in Wednesday's victory over Utah, so it's possible the Knicks are considering giving the All-Star big man the night off versus an inferior opponent. Mitchell Robinson will likely step into the starting lineup if Towns sits out, which would make the former a viable plug-and-play fantasy option.

Hart (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Hart remains day-to-day after missing Wednesday's game against Utah. If he's unable to play again, the Knicks could rely on Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson.

Tatum (Achilles) is out for Thursday's game against the Thunder.

Tatum will get a maintenance day against the Thunder after appearing in Boston's last three games. With this news, Baylor Scheierman, Sam Hauser and Hugo Gonzalez will have a chance to be more involved for Boston.