NBA Player News

Curry (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Curry hasn't appeared in a game for Golden State since Dec. 4. He's getting closer to a return, but he's simply going to be an emergency depth option once that happens.

Payton (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game in Oklahoma City.

Payton is on track to return from a two-game absence Saturday, which could result in fewer minutes for Pat Spencer and LJ Cryer. Check back for official confirmation on Payton's status closer to Saturday's tip.

Porzingis (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Porzingis can presumably be considered day-to-day after missing Golden State's last six games. He's traveling with the team on this road trip, suggesting a return to action is in his near future.

Melton (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Melton continues to be day-to-day with his ongoing knee soreness. If the veteran guard is unable to play, the Warriors could be very thin in the backcourt -- Will Richard (ankle) and Seth Curry (back) are also questionable.

Richard (ankle) is questionable to play Saturday against the Thunder.

Richard is in danger of missing his third consecutive game Saturday, but we'll have a better idea of his status based on his activity level at shootaround. If the rookie second-rounder is ultimately ruled out again, Gui Santos and Malevy Leons will help pick up the slack.

Moody (wrist) won't play Saturday in Oklahoma City.

This will be Moody's second straight game on the sidelines, and it's not encouraging that he's getting ruled out a full day in advance of tipoff. With Monday's game in Utah being the first of a back-to-back set, there's a chance Moody will need to spend at least one more game on the inactive list. His absence will open up minutes for Gui Santos and Malevy Leons.

Kleber (back) won't play Friday versus the Pacers.

This will be Kleber's second straight game on the inactive list due to the back injury, and with Deandre Ayton (knee) also unavailable for Friday's game, Jaxson Hayes should get all the run he can handle. Kleber's next chance to play will come Sunday against the Knicks.

Ayton (knee) will not play Friday against the Pacers.

Ayton left Thursday's game against Denver due to left knee soreness and was unable to return. The severity of the issue isn't known, but it's not a surprise to see the team exercise caution. Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes could see a bump in minutes with this news.

Demin (foot) is out for Saturday's game in Detroit.

This will be Demin's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's not a great sign that he continues to get ruled out a day in advance of tipoff. For now, Demin should be considered doubtful for Monday's matchup with Memphis, which will be the first game of a back-to-back set.

James (elbow) is out for Friday's game against the Pacers.

James suffered a left elbow injury during the fourth quarter of Thursday's game against Denver and was unable to finish the contest. The Lakers will hold him out for the second leg of this back-to-back set, but the severity of his injury remains unclear. Guys like Jake LaRavia, Jarred Vanderbilt and Rui Hachimura could see increased minutes with this news Friday.