NBA Player News

Toppin is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to right foot injury management.

Coming off midseason foot surgery, Toppin is expected to be available off the bench for the Pacers on Wednesday. The sixth-year forward hasn't yet touched the 20-minute mark in any of his last 11 appearances since returning to action, limiting his overall fantasy upside.

Thiero is questionable for Wednesday's game against Indiana due to left knee soreness.

It's unclear as to when this injury popped up for Thiero, who logged two minutes Monday night against Detroit. He's appeared in three games for the Lakers in March, so even if he is cleared to play, he's unlikely to be much of a factor.

Williams (concussion) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Williams has missed Dallas' last three games while in the league's concussion protocol, though he has been upgraded to questionable and could return in Denver. If the 26-year-old guard remains sidelined, Ryan Nembhard and Klay Thompson will likely see a bump in minutes.

Smart is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle soreness.

The veteran guard is expected to miss a second straight contest due to the issue. Jake LaRavia started at small forward for the Lakers in Monday's loss to the Pistons amid Smart's absence, while Luke Kennard should also see an expanded role in the backcourt Wednesday.

Hachimura (calf) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Hachimura was held out of Monday's game against the Pistons with right calf soreness, and he's now in danger of missing a second straight matchup. He'll presumably get checked out again Wednesday, at which point the Lakers could have an update on his availability.

Gafford (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Gafford exited Monday's overtime loss to the Warriors with what the team initially called a right shoulder contusion, though he's now being listed as questionable due to a right shoulder sprain. If the big man is unable to suit up Wednesday, Marvin Bagley and Dwight Powell are candidates for expanded roles.

Nembhard is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to a right calf contusion.

Nembhard was listed on the injury report as questionable ahead of Monday's game with the same calf injury and was ultimately cleared to play, so the fact that he's tagged as probable is likely a sign that he's on track to suit up again Wednesday. Expect confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.

Nesmith is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to right ankle injury management.

The Pacers are monitoring the health of Nesmith, who remains likely to play Wednesday. The swingman has averaged 18.0 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 3.0 three-pointers over 29.8 minutes per contest in his last seven games, shooting a sizzling 47.7 percent from beyond the arc during this stretch.

Siakam is probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to a right knee sprain.

This appears to be a precautionary listing for Siakam, who erupted for 37 points in Monday's victory over the Magic. Assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks leading up to Wednesday, he should get the green light to suit up.

Embiid (oblique) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Embiid hasn't taken the court since Feb. 26 after picking up a right oblique strain. However, he's been back on the court recently to get work in and was scheduled to complete a more intensive workout Tuesday, per Austin Krell of OnPattison.com, so it appears he's getting closer to a return. The team should have an update on his status for Wednesday closer to game time.