Patrick Williams
Patrick Williams exited Wednesday’s practice early after rolling his ankle during a 5-on-5 drill. Despite the setback, head coach Billy Donovan expressed optimism about the minor nature of the injury. Williams completed the practice session on a stationary bike, suggesting a less severe impact. With the rise of Matas Buzelis, Williams is expected to play
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Rockets head coach Ime Udoka may opt to rest Tari Eason and Steven Adams in back-to-backs due to their recent lower-body injuries. With Eason nursing a leg issue and Adams having undergone knee surgery, the strategy adds caution while leveraging Houston’s frontcourt depth. Eason’s potential rest raises considerations for fantasy managers, given his top-100 potential,
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Rockets head coach Ime Udoka mentioned that the team might avoid playing Tari Eason and Steven Adams in both games of back-to-backs early in the season due to previous lower-body injuries. With Houston’s first back-to-back not until December, there’s ample time to evaluate their health. While Adams’ limited role may not affect fantasy significantly, Eason
Read MoreLeBron James
LeBron James was absent from the Lakers’ training camp due to a nerve issue in his glute, according to head coach JJ Redick. The Lakers aim to have the 40-year-old veteran fully fit for their season opener against the Warriors on October 21. Caution is being exercised in his ramp-up process, reflecting his impressive yet
Read MoreJuan Nunez
San Antonio Spurs’ draft prospect Juan Nuñez will face an extended absence after undergoing surgery to remove a meniscal cyst in his right knee. The 36th pick in the 2024 draft is currently with FC Barcelona and will be out for at least six months. This marks the second procedure on the same knee this
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San Antonio Spurs prospect Juan Nuñez, currently with FC Barcelona, is set to be out for six months following surgery to remove a meniscal cyst from his right knee. The 36th pick of the 2024 draft, Nuñez is facing a challenging recovery as this marks his second procedure on the same knee this year. Barcelona
Read MoreXavier Tillman
Xavier Tillman is making strides physically ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, with significant improvement in his knee condition, according to The Athletic’s Jay King. With the Boston Celtics’ frontcourt reshuffled and key players like Jayson Tatum sidelined, Tillman may see a greater role in the lineup. While he remains a fringe option in standard
Read MorePelle Larsson
Pelle Larsson was absent from Tuesday’s practice following a left quad contusion sustained in his last EuroBasket game. While he missed team drills, Larsson engaged in individual exercises, indicating his condition may be manageable ahead of the season opener. Having played key minutes last season, Larsson is expected to maintain a significant role in the
Read MoreDamian Lillard
Damian Lillard announced on Monday he does not intend to return for the 2025-26 NBA season following an Achilles rupture sustained in the Bucks’ playoff series against the Pacers. Despite his new multi-year deal with the Trail Blazers after Milwaukee bought out his contract, Lillard’s absence opens the door for greater responsibilities for Scoot Henderson
Read MoreCoby White
Coby White is set to be limited during training camp and the preseason due to a calf strain sustained in August. While he is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu are likely to see increased playing time as preparations continue. This period will be vital
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