NBA Player News

Murray is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against Boston due to illness.

Murray was considered probable due to hamstring tightness leading up to Wednesday's game. However, he left the contest in the first quarter because of an illness. While he's sidelined, look for Bruce Brown and KJ Simpson to see more playing time.

Sheppard generated 28 points (9-21 FG, 7-16 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 32 minutes of Wednesday's 128-97 win over the Kings.

Sheppard filled in for Amen Thompson (quadriceps) as a starter Wednesday and had a strong day from beyond the three-point arc. He attempted a career-high 16 triples and knocked down 43.7 percent of those looks. His 28 points were tied for his second most in a game this season. Sheppard is averaging 12.9 points, 3.0 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 24.8 minutes per game this season.

Murray-Boyles has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a left thumb contusion, Kayla Grey of TSN reports.

Murray-Boyles checked out of the game with 10:23 left in the fourth quarter to have his thumb evaluated, and the Raptors quickly ruled him out for the night. The rookie big man generated four points (1-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 15 minutes prior to departing the contest. Murray-Boyles' next chance to play will come Saturday in Washington.

Harper will come off the bench for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Harper made a spot start Tuesday, but now that Jaylen Brown is available, Harper will return to his typical bench role. He logged eight points, five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 30 minutes Tuesday.

Hepburn (knee) was spotted Wednesday moving around without the aid of crutches, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

Hepburn underwent surgery Jan. 8 to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee, and while it's unclear how close he is to making a return, ditching the crutches is a sign of improvement. The rookie two-way player has appeared in just two NBA games this season.

Johnson (shoulder) has returned to Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Johnson was previously tabbed questionable to return because of a left shoulder injury. The 26-year-old forward will play through the injury the rest of the way, which could mean less playing time for Carter Bryant and Harrison Barnes.

Strawther (toe) is available for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.

As expected, Strawther will suit up Wednesday night. He had previously been considered probable due to a sprained toe on his left foot. Strawther has started in six straight games, averaging 15.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 steals across 26.5 minutes.

Murray (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against Boston.

Murray will shed a probable tag to face the Celtics on Wednesday night. The 29-year-old had been tending to tightness in his right hamstring. He's averaging career highs in points (25.5), assists (7.5) and rebounds (4.4) per game this season.

Johnson is questionable to return to Wednesday's game against the Raptors due to a left shoulder injury, Don Harris of News 4 San Antonio reports.

Johnson left the game with 3:55 remaining in the second quarter after picking up an unspecified injury to his left shoulder. While he's sidelined, look for Carter Bryant and Harrison Barnes to see more playing time.

Carlson won't return to Wednesday's game against the Pistons due to low back soreness, Nick Crain of Forbes.com reports.

Carlson tweaked his back during the first quarter and will end the game with four points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists in four minutes. The second-year center previously missed the Thunder's final game before the All-Star break due to a similar injury, but he was available for each of Oklahoma City's first three contests of the second half.