Injury UpdatesSaturday, Mar 21, 2026

When asked about the possibility of Michael Porter Jr. returning this season after his right hamstring strain, the Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez avoided giving a definitive answer, as Brian Lewis of The New York Post relays. With Porter expected to be sidelined for at least two-to-three weeks, Fernandez emphasized that any return would […] The post Jordi Fernandez unsure Michael Porter Jr. will return this season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

With the Cavaliers in town on Thursday, Bulls head coach Billy Donovan looked back on last summer’s trade that sent Lonzo Ball to Cleveland and brought Isaac Okoro to Chicago, according to Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times. Donovan expressed appreciation for Okoro’s contributions and unselfish approach, while also sharing sympathy for Ball’s situation after […] The post Billy Donovan reflects on Lonzo Ball appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Los Angeles Lakers big man Maxi Kleber missed another game against the Miami Heat, sitting out for a sixth straight contest due to a back strain, but he appears to be getting closer to returning. The team announced Thursday that Kleber has been assigned to the South Bay Lakers to practice with their G League […] The post Maxi Kleber close to return from injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, March 21, at Spectrum Center, with both teams entering the matchup dealing with multiple injuries. Charlotte enters the game at 36–34, holding the No. 10 spot in the Eastern Conference, while Memphis sits 12th in the Western Conference at 24–45. The biggest absence on the Memphis […] The post Grizzlies vs Hornets injury report for March 21 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Utah Jazz on Saturday, March 21 at the Delta Center with a depleted lineup. Joel Embiid (right oblique strain), Tyrese Maxey (right finger tendon strain), Kelly Oubre Jr. (left elbow sprain), Johni Broome (right knee surgery), and Paul George (league suspension) are all out. Utah also suffers significant absences, […] The post 76ers vs Jazz injury report: who is available on Saturday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Milwaukee Bucks travel to Phoenix on Saturday, March 21, without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is out with a left knee hyperextension and bone bruise. Alex Antetokounmpo is also unavailable while playing in the G League, and Gary Harris (left groin) and Kevin Porter Jr. (right knee) are listed as questionable. Phoenix will be missing Dillon […] The post Bucks vs Suns injury report for March 21 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Miami Heat will travel to Houston on Saturday, March 21, without Jaime Jaquez Jr. (left hip) and Andrew Wiggins (left big toe), while Norman Powell is questionable with left calf tightness. Vladislav Goldin, Trevor Keels, Terry Rozier, and Jahmir Young remain out, forcing Miami to rely on Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, and Pelle Larsson […] The post Heat vs Rockets injury report for March 21 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Trae Young may not play again this season.

The Houston Rockets host the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, January 3, with injuries playing a major role in how this Western Conference matchup could unfold. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Toyota Center as both teams enter the game on very different trajectories. Houston Rockets comes in with a 21-10 record and a […] The post Rockets vs. Mavericks injury report: Key absences shape Saturday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder highlighted his team’s defensive effort after Friday’s 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. “I think just playing the style of play that fits us… we’ve got to defend,” Snyder said, noting that rebounding and transition opportunities fueled their offense. Snyder emphasized the importance of […] The post Quin Snyder praises Hawks’ defense and ball movement in win over Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jalen Johnson recorded 18 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds for his seventh triple-double of the season, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday at Madison Square Garden. Atlanta trailed 30-29 in the first quarter before taking control and never relinquishing the lead. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 23 […] The post Jalen Johnson triple-double propels Hawks past Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Orlando Magic visit the Chicago Bulls on Friday, January 2, at United Center with tipoff set for 8:00 p.m. ET. Injuries could play a key role as both teams try to extend winning streaks heading into the new year. Orlando enters 19-15 after a 112-110 win over Indiana and a 127-126 victory against Denver. […] The post Magic vs. Bulls injury report: Who will play on January 2 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Denver Nuggets travel to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, January 2, with injuries shaping the outlook at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET as both teams arrive trending in opposite directions. Denver holds a 23-10 record and snapped a brief skid with a 106-103 win over Toronto on December […] The post Nuggets vs. Cavaliers injury report: Jokic sidelined as Denver visits Cleveland on January 2 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Atlanta Hawks host the New York Knicks on Friday, January 2, as injury availability looms large at State Farm Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET in a rematch of a tightly contested December meeting. Atlanta enters the night at 16-19 and is coming off a convincing 126-102 home win over Minnesota on […] The post Hawks vs. Knicks injury report: Young’s status in focus ahead of January 2 matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Portland Trail Blazers visit the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, January 2, with injury availability playing a major role in the outlook for both teams. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Smoothie King Center. Portland enters the game with a 14-20 record and is coming off a 124-95 loss at Oklahoma City […] The post Trail Blazers vs. Pelicans injury report for Friday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Golden State Warriors on Friday, January 2, at Chase Center, tipping off at 10:00 p.m. ET. Oklahoma City holds a 29-5 record and rides a three-game winning streak, while Golden State is 18-16 and carries a two-game streak of its own. The Thunder will be without Ousmane Dieng (right […] The post Thunder vs Warriors full injury report for January 2 game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Sacramento head coach Doug Christie acknowledged his team’s improved effort despite a 120-106 loss to Boston on Thursday. “The compete level and the standard that we’re looking for was much, much better,” he said, emphasizing the higher energy and focus compared to recent games. Christie noted defensive progress, pointing to the Celtics’ limited offensive rebounds […] The post Doug Christie highlights progress despite Celtics’ win over Kings appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd highlighted Max Christie’s aggressive play after Saturday’s 110-104 victory over the Houston Rockets. “He was great… looking to be a little bit more aggressive, and you saw that this evening. Not just from three, but being able to get to the rim,” Kidd said. Kidd also lauded Christie’s two-way […] The post Jason Kidd praises Mavericks’ effort as Christie and Davis lead win over Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Chicago Bulls visit the Boston Celtics on Monday, January 5, with tipoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at TD Garden. Chicago holds a 17-18 record and is on a one-game losing streak after falling 99-112 to Charlotte on January 3. Boston comes in at 22-12 and rides a three-game winning streak, most recently defeating […] The post Bulls vs Celtics injury report for Monday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, January 6, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, tipping off at 7:00 p.m. ET. Cleveland holds a 20-17 record, while Indiana sits at 6-30. Cleveland enters the matchup on a one-game losing streak after a 110-114 loss to Detroit on January 4. The Cavaliers also beat Denver 113-108 on […] The post Cavaliers vs Pacers injury report: Absences for January 6 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Charlotte Hornets face the Utah Jazz on Saturday, January 10, at Delta Center with a 9:30 PM ET tipoff. Both teams enter the contest with significant absences that could shape rotations and scoring opportunities. Charlotte is without Mason Plumlee, Antonio Reeves, and KJ Simpson, while Ryan Kalkbrenner, Tidjane Salaun, and Grant Williams are listed […] The post Hornets battle injuries as they visit Jazz on Saturday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The San Antonio Spurs visit the Boston Celtics on Saturday night in a cross-conference matchup at TD Garden, with both teams dealing with notable absences ahead of the 8:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Boston enters the game without Jayson Tatum, who remains out following a right Achilles repair. The Celtics also ruled out Josh Minott due […] The post Spurs vs Celtics injury report for Saturday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Washington Wizards travel to Phoenix to face the Suns on Sunday, January 11, at Footprint Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET, with Phoenix holding a 23-15 record while Washington sits at 10-27. The Wizards enter the game on a two-game losing streak after consecutive defeats against Philadelphia and New Orleans. Phoenix has […] The post Wizards vs Suns injury report: absences could shape Sunday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Utah Jazz and Cleveland Cavaliers will meet Monday at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland with multiple injury concerns shaping both lineups. Utah is expected to be without Walker Kessler (left shoulder) and Georges Niang (left foot stress reaction), while Ace Bailey is listed as questionable with a left hip flexor strain. Jusuf Nurkic is […] The post Jazz and Cavaliers face absences ahead of Monday showdown appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

RJ Barrett says his on-court connection with Immanuel Quickley is rooted in resilience forged during their New York Knicks tenure. That foundation has carried over to the Toronto Raptors, where the duo is central to the team’s late-game execution. Their familiarity was evident last week against the Charlotte Hornets, when Quickley hit a clutch three-pointer […] The post RJ Barrett explains chemistry with Immanuel Quickley as Raptors build late-game identity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Houston Rockets on Thursday at 7:30 PM ET at the Toyota Center with both teams adjusting to injuries. Oklahoma City enters the matchup with a 34-7 record and a four-game winning streak but will be without Isaiah Hartenstein (right soleus strain), Thomas Sorber (right ACL recovery), and Nikola Topic […] The post Thunder visit Rockets on Thursday: Full injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Brooklyn Nets have Noah Clowney on their list of injured players. The third-year forward exited Wednesday’s 121-92 loss to the Oklahoma City with a sprained wrist. He was ruled out for Friday’s matchup with the New York Knicks. Jordi Fernandez said Clowney will likely also miss Sunday’s matchup with the Sacramento Kings. The Nets […] The post Nets’ Noah Clowney likely to miss critical matchup vs. Kings with wrist injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Washington Wizards have the NBA’s second-worst record at 16-53 entering Saturday’s home date with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and they’re on pace to clinch a top-six pick in this summer’s draft. They have no incentive to rush players back from injury before their last game on April 12, especially four-time All-Star guard Trae Young. […] The post Wizards reveal second Trae Young injury as season winds down appeared first on ClutchPoints .

After the Indiana Pacers lost Ivica Zubac for the season due to a fractured rib, there is an extended injury report for Saturday’s matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. The Pacers have listed 11 players, including Tyrese Haliburton, who’s been out all season, Johnny Furphy, who tore his right ACL, and Zubac. The rest of […] The post Pacers have shocking amount of players on injury report for Spurs game appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Boston Celtics host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, and they’re hoping that star wing Jaylen Brown will be available and off the team’s injury report. Jaylen Brown did appear on the Celtics’ injury report ahead of their game against the Timberwolves, the team announced on Saturday, but he was listed as probable. The Celtics […] The post Jaylen Brown receives injury status for Timberwolves game appeared first on ClutchPoints .