NBA Player News

Murray-Boyles (thumb) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Murray-Boyles is expected to miss a 10th consecutive contest due to a sprained left thumb. If the rookie first-rounder is ultimately ruled out, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jamison Battle would be candidates for increased playing time.

Cryer is probable for Friday's game against the Pistons due to left hamstring injury management.

Following a two-game absence, Cryer looks ready to rejoin the lineup Friday. Over his last six games, the rookie has averaged 9.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 17.9 minutes per contest while shooting 40.6 percent from beyond the arc.

Hart (knee) won't play in Friday's game against the Nets.

Hart will miss Friday's contest due to a right knee issue, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against Washington. With the veteran swingman sidelined, Landry Shamet will likely enter the starting five, while Mohamed Diawara and Jordan Clarkson are also candidates to see increased playing time.

Brunson (ankle/neck) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Nets.

After sitting out Tuesday's win over the Pacers due to right ankle injury management and a cervical strain, the All-Star point guard practiced Thursday and is ready to roll for Friday. Jose Alvarado will likely head back to the bench versus Brooklyn. Brunson has scored at least 24 points in five straight appearances, during which he's averaging 27.8 points, 8.2 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 37.1 minutes per game.

Post (foot) is questionable for Friday's game in Detroit.

Friday's game will be the first of a back-to-back set, so there's a chance that Post will get hit with a maintenance day. If he is forced to the sidelines, Omer Yurtseven could see an expanded role in the rotation.

Clowney (wrist) won't play Friday versus the Knicks.

Clowney injured his wrist during Wednesday's loss to the Thunder and will now sit out Friday's game, which should open up minutes for Danny Wolf, Chaney Johnson and Josh Minott. Clowney's next chance to play will come Sunday in Sacramento, but with that game being the first of a back-to-back, he should be considered highly questionable for that one.

Williams (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Williams is battling left foot soreness, which is jeopardizing his status for Friday. Rookies Danny Wolf and Drake Powell would have a clearer path to playing time if Williams cannot play.

Saraf is probable for Friday's game against the Knicks with left foot soreness.

Saraf is likely to end a one-game absence with the injury. The rookie first-rounder is beginning to flash some of his potential, scoring at least 10 points and handing out at least four dimes in four consecutive appearances.

An MRI confirmed a left hamstring strain for Porter, and he will be re-evaluated in 2-to-3 weeks.

In three weeks from today's date, the Nets will have only three games remaining on their schedule, so there's a decent chance we won't see Porter in uniform again this season. Danny Wolf, Josh Minott and Ziaire Williams (foot) will likely help fill the void while Porter is out.

Monk (ankle) is available for Thursday's game versus the 76ers.

Monk is set to return from a four-game stint on the sidelines, and with Nique Clifford (hamstring) out, Monk could see increased minutes. The 28-year-old guard is averaging 12.6 points, 2.7 assists and 2.0 triples per game this season.