NBA Player News

Poole (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Poole will miss a second straight game due to a sprained left ankle. His next chance to suit up will come Monday at Memphis. Bennedict Mathurin and Herbert Jones are candidates for increased playing time in Poole's absence.

Murray (personal) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Murray is rejoining the Pelicans for Saturday after celebrating the birth of his son Thursday. The star guard should resume his usual duties as the team's top point guard, supplanting Herbert Jones from the starting lineup.

Tyson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Tyson is dealing with a right ankle sprain and won't suit up Saturday, with his next chance to play coming Monday against the Thunder. With the 23-year-old forward sidelined, Mario Hezonja, Sam Merrill and Meleek Thomas (foot) are candidates for increased playing time.

Thomas (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

A foot injury could cost Thomas a second straight contest Saturday. Sam Merrill could pick up a few extra minutes off the bench if Thomas is unable to suit up.

Swain is listed as questionable for Friday's game at Boston due to lower-back soreness.

Swain was a late addition to the injury report. He's been a healthy scratch in three of the last four games, so his potential absence wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation.

Santos (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers.

After being listed as doubtful, Santos now has a better chance of playing Friday. He could test out his knee during pregame warmups before the Warriors come to a final decision.

Joe (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets.

Joe will miss a third straight game due to a right hip contusion, and his next chance to return will come Monday at Charlotte. With the 27-year-old swingman sidelined, Kevin Huerter, Javonte Green and Ronald Holland are candidates to see increased burn.

Towns (wrist) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Philadelphia.

Towns is dealing with a left wrist sprain he sustained in Wednesday's win over the Bulls, though he's still expected to suit up for Friday's contest. Over five regular-season outings, he's averaging 21.8 points, 13.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 31.0 minutes per tilt.

Diallo (personal) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Suns.

Diallo is not expected to rejoin the Nuggets in time for Friday's action. Assuming he's eventually ruled out, his next chance to return comes Monday against Portland.

Fontecchio (illness) is probable for Friday's against the Pacers.

Fontecchio is expected to be available off the bench Friday. However, he may not see a meaningful role.