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Johnson has a left shoulder sprain and is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Johnson was a very late addition to the injury report for the second half of this back-to-back set. It's also possible the Spurs are eyeing a maintenance day for the veteran. If Johnson can't go, the Spurs may lean more on Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant.

Castle is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets due to left hip flexor tightness.

Thursday is the second part of San Antonio's back-to-back, which could influence the team's decision on Castle's availability. If the second-year guard is ultimately downgraded to out, Dylan Harper and Devin Vassell would likely be tasked with extra playmaking responsibilities.

Plumlee (reconditioning) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.

Once Plumlee gets the green light to suit up, he's expected to be an emergency depth option at best. Fellow backup centers Kelly Olynyk and Bismack Biyombo hardly see the floor when Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet are healthy.

Smith is out for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers with a strained right calf.

Head coach Billy Donovan said Wednesday that Smith isn't day-to-day, so the big man can be tentatively deemed doubtful for Sunday's tilt against the Bucks. Nick Richards and Guerschon Yabusele both belong in the streaming mix as Chicago's top two centers Thursday.

Williams (quadriceps) is listed out for Thursday's game against Portland.

Williams was previously listed as doubtful, but he will join Jalen Smith (calf) on the shelf. Guerschon Yabusele, Nick Richards and Leonard Miller could see an uptick in minutes with the Bulls shorthanded in the frontcourt.

George is out for Thursday's game against the Pelicans with a right ankle sprain.

George is running his absence up to six consecutive contests Thursday. The star guard's next chance to play comes Saturday, when Utah takes on New Orleans in a rematch. Isaiah Collier should continue to start at point guard for the injury-riddled Jazz and experience a considerable boost in fantasy value.

Finney-Smith (knee) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Magic.

The veteran forward sat out Wednesday's blowout win over the Kings due to knee injury management. Finney-Smith is ready to handle his typical role off the bench Thursday, but he hasn't yet reached double figures in scoring in any of his 23 appearances.

Johnson is out for Thursday's game against the Wizards due to left hip flexor irritation.

The All-Star forward exited Tuesday's game with Washington due to the injury, and he can be deemed day-to-day ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Trail Blazers. Mouhamed Gueye and Corey Kispert should see an uptick in playing time Thursday, with Jonathan Kuminga also being in line for more ball-handling duties.

Middleton (shoulder) is probable for Thursday's game against the Kings.

Middleton was initially considered questionable for this contest. Thursday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so a maintenance day could be on the table for Friday.

Thompson (quadriceps) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Thompson was given the night off Wednesday for the front end of a back-to-back set as he continues to manage his tendinitis. With Thompson back in the mix, Reed Sheppard's overall upside will take a hit.