NBA Player News

Embiid (foot) is questionable to suit up for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Embiid missed Saturday's 109-104 win over Charlotte due to right foot plantar fascia injury management, and he's now in jeopardy of missing a second consecutive game for the same reason. If he's unable to play Monday, Adem Bona will likely earn another start with Jabari Walker getting additional minutes off the bench.

White (calf) is not listed on the injury report for Monday's game against the Pistons.

White has yet to play this season. While the former Bull will be back on the floor Monday versus Detroit, he could see limited action for at least a game or two. As a result, Dennis Schroder and Sion James could continue to see more minutes.

Knueppel (hamstring) is listed as out for Monday's game versus the Pistons.

Knueppel is still dealing with a left hamstring injury. While he is moving in the right direction, he will remain out for Monday's meeting with Detroit. For now, Knueppel should be considered week-to-week. Coby White (calf) is off the injury report, so his return will help lessen the blow, even if he plays limited minutes.

Watson (hamstring) is questionable to play in Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Watson is battling soreness in his right hamstring, an ailment that has put his status for Monday's contest in jeopardy. With Jaylon Tyson (ankle) already ruled out, the Cavs could be thin on the wings, while Sam Merrill, Mario Hezonja and Meleek Thomas would all stand to see increased playing time if Watson is forced to miss his first outing of the season.

Vukcevic (hip) is listed as out for Monday's game against Orlando.

The Wizards announced on Oct. 1 that Vukcevic would be sidelined for at least a month. However, there haven't been any definitive updates regarding when he will be able to get back on the floor. In the meantime, Deandre Ayton should see more minutes off the bench.

Tyson (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

A right ankle sprain will keep Tyson sidelined for a second consecutive contest. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Thunder. Mario Hezonja, Meleek Thomas and Sam Merrill will continue to earn more minutes in Tyson's absence.

Sarr (knee) is questionable to play in Monday's game against the Magic.

Sarr seems to have picked up the knee issue after logging a season-high 29 minutes during Friday's 95-79 win over Charlotte. If he's unable to suit up in Orlando, Deandre Ayton would likely earn his first start of the season.

Smith (finger) is listed as probable for Monday's game against Philadelphia.

Smith is battling a finger injury but is expected to suit up versus the 76ers. With Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) listed as doubtful, Smith will presumably remain in the starting lineup.

Gill (back) is questionable to suit up in Monday's contest against Orlando.

Gill is dealing with back spasms that will leave his status questionable versus the Magic. He's played a total of just one minute in 2026-27, so even if he's sidelined Monday, it won't have any impact on the rotation.

The Hornets exercised the third-year team option on Liam McNeeley on Sunday.

McNeeley was the 29th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Since then, the 21-year-old has appeared in 34 regular-season games, averaging 4.0 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.7 assists in 11.4 minutes. He has not been a factor early in the 2026-27 campaign, playing just 6.3 mpg across his three outings so far.