NBA Player News

Flagg won't return to Friday's game against the Pacers due to left shoulder soreness, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Flagg took a hard fall after being fouled on a dunk attempt late in the second quarter and headed to the locker room with 45 seconds remaining in the first half. He did not come out for the second half, with Naji Marshall starting in his place. Flagg was ruled out shortly thereafter, and he will finish with 14 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists, three steals, one block and three turnovers across 17 minutes. For now, he should be considered questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Spurs.

Duren exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Friday's game against the Heat due to an apparent right knee injury, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Duren appeared to tweak his knee before walking back to the locker room. The big man can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

Adams (calf) is available for Friday's game against San Antonio.

Adams missed Wednesday's season-opening win over the Mavericks but will shed his questionable tag and return to action Friday. He's expected to operate as Alperen Sengun's primary backup.

Banchero (ankle) has checked back into Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Banchero tweaked his ankle coming down from a rebound, but after getting checked up in the locker room, he's been cleared to return. He's off to a hot start, scoring 14 points on eight shots in his first 23 minutes of play.

Banchero exited Friday's game against the Timberwolves and went to the locker room after appearing to have tweaked his ankle, Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com reports.

Banchero appeared to tweak his ankle when he and Jalen Suggs went crashing in for a rebound early in the third quarter, and the former departed straight to the locker room. Losing Banchero would be huge for Orlando, as he scored 14 points on 6-for-7 shooting before leaving. If he doesn't return, Tristan da Silva could be in line for a bigger role in the frontcourt.

Flagg exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Friday's game against Indiana due to an apparent left shoulder injury, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Flagg was hit while he was in the air and landed on his shoulder. He headed to the locker room shortly before halftime and can be considered questionable to return in the second half until the Mavericks provide an update on his status.

Melton will come off the bench in Friday's matchup with Memphis, Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com reports.

Brandin Podziemski (back) is active and starting, so Melton will retreat to the second unit. As a reserve last season, Melton averaged 11.8 points, 2.3 assists, 1.4 triples and 1.5 steals per game.

Kennard (knee) is questionable to play Saturday against the Warriors.

A decision on Kennard's status will be made closer to Saturday's contest. If he ends up being ruled out again, as he didn't play Wednesday against the Trail Blazers, then Jordan Goodwin should be more involved off the bench.

Podziemski (back) is good to go for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Nick Friedell of The Athletic reports.

Podziemski is set to make his regular-season debut after sitting out Opening Night, which will shift De'Anthony Melton back to the second unit. Podziemski is expected to have a significant role in the Warriors' offense this season.

Ighodaro (oblique) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against Golden State.

Head coach Jordan Ott previously said Ighodaro wouldn't play Saturday, though the doubtful tag suggests there's still a small chance he will suit up. In the likely event that the big man is ruled out, Khaman Maluach, Koa Peat, Rasheer Fleming and Duop Reath could see increased playing time.