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Player availability, rehabilitation and return updates from around the NBA. Follow the reporting through its source and distinguish a projected return from a confirmed appearance.
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Ja Morant Out Two Weeks with UCL Sprain; Caldwell-Pope Set for Finger Surgery
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant will remain sidelined for at least 14 days following a Jan. 21 ulnar collateral ligament sprain in his left elbow.
Stephen Curry Sidelined for Warriors; Kristaps Porzingis Debuts for Celtics
Stephen Curry will miss the Thursday night game against the Boston Celtics, while Kristaps Porzingis is scheduled to make his debut.
Joel Embiid Sidelined for Hawks Matchup Following Right Shin Soreness Diagnosis
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is ruled out for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks after reporting discomfort in his right shin during the All-Star break.
Sabonis and LaVine Sidelined Following Wednesday Medical Procedures
Sacramento Kings stars Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine have been ruled out for the remainder of the year following knee and hand surgeries.
Franz Wagner Sidelined Indefinitely With Left Ankle Soreness
The Orlando Magic announced Wednesday that forward Franz Wagner will be out indefinitely due to lingering soreness in his sprained left ankle.
Kyrie Irving to Miss Remainder of Season Following March Knee Surgery
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving will remain sidelined for the rest of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from a torn left ACL.
Jaren Jackson Jr. Undergoes Left Knee Surgery to Remove Growth
Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. underwent a procedure Tuesday to remove a localized pigmented villonodular synovitis growth in his left knee.
2026 NBA All-Star Weekend: Lillard Returns for 75th Game at Intuit Dome
The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend features Damian Lillard's return from an Achilles injury and a new USA vs. World three-team tournament format.
OKC Forward Jalen Williams Sidelined by Right Hamstring Strain
Jalen Williams will undergo a medical reevaluation following the All-Star break after sustaining a recurring right hamstring strain.
Jaren Jackson Jr. Surgery: Jazz Forward to Miss Remainder of Season
Jaren Jackson Jr. surgery to remove a growth in his left knee will force the Jazz forward to miss the rest of the NBA season.
Cooper Flagg Sidelined: Left Midfoot Sprain Knocks Rookie Out of Lakers Game and Rising Stars
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg will miss the upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA Rising Stars event due to a confirmed left midfoot sprain.
Luka Doncic Sidelined for Warriors Clash Following Hamstring Exit
Mavericks guard Luka Doncic is officially ruled out for Thursday's matchup in Oklahoma City after an MRI confirmed a left hamstring strain suffered against Golden State.
Joel Embiid Sits Out vs. Knicks Due to Right Knee Injury Management
Joel Embiid was sidelined for Wednesday's matchup against the New York Knicks as the team prioritizes his recovery timeline following the All-Star break.
Stephon Castle Sidelined by Pelvic Contusion in Second Quarter Against Lakers
San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle was ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers after a hard fall resulted in a pelvic contusion.
Hawks Forward Zaccharie Risacher Replaces Ajay Mitchell in Rising Stars Game
Zaccharie Risacher has been officially named as the injury replacement for Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell in the upcoming Rising Stars exhibition.
Lakers Sideline LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves Against Spurs
The Lakers have ruled out LeBron James due to a foot injury, officially ending his historic 21-season All-NBA streak.
Stephen Curry Ruled Out of NBA All-Star Game with Right Knee Ailment
The Golden State Warriors will be without Stephen Curry for the upcoming NBA All-Star Game as the guard manages a persistent right knee issue.
Johnny Furphy Suffers Torn ACL in 122-104 Loss; Pacers Forward Out for Season
Indiana Pacers forward Johnny Furphy is expected to miss the remainder of the season after tearing his right ACL during a 122-104 loss at Toronto.
Warriors Star Jimmy Butler Undergoes Successful Surgery on Torn Right ACL
Golden State Warriors standout Jimmy Butler underwent a successful surgical procedure on Monday morning to repair a torn right ACL.
Luka Doncic Sidelined Against Thunder Due to Mild Left Hamstring Strain
The NBA's leading scorer will miss Monday's matchup against Oklahoma City, marking his ninth absence of the season as the Lakers navigate a critical home stretch.
Atlanta Hawks Forward Jonathan Kuminga Sidelined with Left Knee Bone Bruise
The Atlanta Hawks have announced that newly acquired forward Jonathan Kuminga will miss at least one week due to a left knee bone bruise.
Cameron Johnson Return Bolsters Nuggets as Peyton Watson Sidelined
The Denver Nuggets prepare for a Cameron Johnson return following a six-week absence, just as Peyton Watson is ruled out with a hamstring strain.
NBA Dunk Contest Shakeup: Jase Richardson to Replace Injured Jalen Duren
Detroit Pistons star Jalen Duren has officially withdrawn from the NBA Dunk Contest due to a knee injury, making way for Orlando Magic rookie Jase Richardson.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Injury Update: Doc Rivers Says Star is 'Close' to Return
Following a strained right calf, this Giannis Antetokounmpo injury update provides insight into the Milwaukee Bucks star's recovery timeline and playoff status.