NBA Player News

Marshall is questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets with an illness.

Marshall has a chance to return from a two-game absence Friday. Fewer minutes would be open for Zaccharie Risacher off the bench if Marshall is able to return.

Schroder (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards.

The journeyman floor general is in jeopardy of missing the first leg of this back-to-back set. With Coby White still nursing a hamstring strain, the Hornets would be down to rookie first-rounder Christian Anderson as their lone true point guard if Schroder winds up sitting out.

Walker (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus New York.

Walker will miss a third consecutive contest due to a left knee issue. His next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday at Charlotte in the second leg of this back-to-back set.

Brown (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Brown is in danger of sitting out Friday's showdown with the defending champions, which is the front end of a back-to-back set. More pressure would fall on Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and LeBron James if Brown is out, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope would be the most likely choice to enter the starting lineup.

Johnson (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Johnson was a late scratch prior to Wednesday's loss to Cleveland due to right Achilles tightness and could remain on the inactive list Friday. His potential absence would leave additional minutes available for guys like Bilal Coulibaly, Bub Carrington and Will Riley.

Nembhard (neck) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Miami.

Nembhard has been battling some lingering neck stiffness, though he's likely to play Friday. He's coming off an 18-point, 14-assist double-double in Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia and should continue taking on increased playmaking responsibilities in Tyrese Haliburton's (hamstring) stead.

Nesmith (hamstring) is probable for Friday's game against the Heat.

The Pacers continue to monitor Nesmith's health while he works back from a hamstring injury. The sharpshooter has watched his minutes climb incrementally in each of his last three appearances, so it's possible Nesmith will be ready for a larger workload Friday.

Zubac (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Heat.

The Pacers continue to view the veteran big man as day-to-day due to an ankle sprain. Jay Huff figures to continue to start at center for the Pacers on Friday, while Obi Toppin could see a larger share of the frontcourt minutes.

Fontecchio (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Indiana.

Fontecchio is still under the weather and could hit the inactive list for a second straight game. However, his potential absence wouldn't cause any significant waves in the rotation.

Sheppard (back) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks.

The combo guard is sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set. With Sheppard getting Friday night off, Tari Eason should be able to maintain a prominent role off the bench even if Alperen Sengun (back) returns to action.