NBA Player News
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Johni Broome PF | PHI
76ers' Johni Broome: Remaining out for Thursday
Broome (knee) is listed as out for Thursday's game against Houston.
Broome underwent surgery in February to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee. However, he remains without a clear timetable for a return. The 23-year-old has averaged 0.9 points, 1.5 rebounds, 0.4 assists, 0.2 blocks and 0.3 steals across 5.0 minutes in 11 appearances for Philadelphia this season, so his continued absence won't have much of an impact on the rotation.
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Dru Smith SG | MIA
Heat's Dru Smith: Iffy for Thursday
Smith (foot) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Smith is in danger of missing the front end of this back-to-back set due to right foot soreness. His absence wouldn't significantly impact the rotation, though Kasparas Jakucionis could pick up a few extra minutes if Smith is ruled out.
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Kobe Brown SF | IND
Pacers' Kobe Brown: Listed as questionable
Brown (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Brown didn't play in the second half of Tuesday's loss to Minnesota due to lower-back soreness, and he's now questionable for Thursday's contest due to a lumbar sprain. If the 26-year-old forward is unable to suit up in the first leg of this back-to-back, Jalen Slawson, Micah Potter and Obi Toppin would be candidates to see increased playing time.
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Norman Powell SG | MIA
Heat's Norman Powell: Questionable versus Toronto
Powell (groin) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Toronto.
Powell missed four consecutive contests due to an illness before returning for Tuesday's 121-95 loss to the Raptors. However, he's back on the injury report for Thursday's rematch because of right groin soreness, an issue he has dealt with throughout the campaign. If Powell can't suit up, Jaime Jaquez, Kasparas Jakucionis and Pelle Larsson might see even more work.
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Tyler Kolek PG | NY
Knicks' Tyler Kolek: Questionable to play Thursday
Kolek is questionable for Thursday's game against the Celtics due to a right oblique strain.
Kolek is the only injury casualty for the Knicks ahead of their rivalry matchup against the Celtics, but even if Kolek is given the green light to play, he might not carry a lot of fantasy appeal in most formats. He's averaging just 7.5 minutes per game in 11 appearances off the bench since the beginning of March.
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Ben Sheppard SG | IND
Pacers' Ben Sheppard: Listed as questionable
Sheppard (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Sheppard has missed the Pacers' last two games, and while the questionable tag leaves the door open for his return, a final call on his availability will presumably be made closer to Thursday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. Ethan Thompson and Quenton Jackson should see more minutes if Sheppard remains sidelined.
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Josh Minott SF | BKN
Nets' Josh Minott: Ruled out for Thursday
Minott (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.
Minott is dealing with left ankle soreness and will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. His next opportunity to play will come Friday in Milwaukee. The Nets will be very shorthanded in the frontcourt Thursday, so Jalen Wilson, Chaney Johnson and Ochai Agbaji could all see increased burn.
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Jaden Hardy SG | WAS
Wizards' Jaden Hardy: Might miss another game Thursday
Hardy (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago.
Hardy wasn't available in Tuesday's 129-98 loss to the Bulls. He's back on the injury report for Thursday's rematch. If Hardy can suit up versus Chicago, he may be needed in the starting lineup. However, if he doesn't get on the floor, Jamir Watkins and Bub Carrington may see more minutes.
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Jarace Walker PF | IND
Pacers' Jarace Walker: Uncertain status vs. Brooklyn
Walker is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets due to a sacral contusion.
Walker supplied 11 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Timberwolves. Even though he should play regularly if healthy down the stretch, this contusion puts his status in jeopardy for Thursday's game. If Walker can't suit up, look for Jalen Slawson and Quenton Jackson to see more minutes.
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Nolan Traore PG | BKN
Nets' Nolan Traore: Ruled out vs. Indiana
Traore (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Pacers.
Traore will sit out the front end of this back-to-back, and his next chance to play will come Friday in Milwaukee. With the rookie first-rounder unavailable, Ben Saraf and Malachi Smith are candidates for increased run.