NBA Player News

Podziemski (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Podziemski missed the regular-season opener against the Lakers on Wednesday and might be at risk of missing a second consecutive game, but a final call on his availability is expected to be made at some point Friday. If Podziemski isn't able to play, De'Anthony Melton, Gary Payton and Will Richard are all candidates to see more playing time.

Sexton (calf) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Sexton took a seat for Wednesday's 2026-27 season opener against the Warriors as a precaution, but he'll be ready to make his team debut Friday evening. He's expected to be utilized off the bench behind Luka Doncic.

Monk (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against Portland.

Monk was downgraded to out for Sacramento's regular-season opener Wednesday against the Clippers due to an ankle issue. However, he appears on track to make his 2026-27 debut Friday. Expect confirmation on Monk's availability as tipoff nears.

Carlson (concussion) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Sacramento.

Carlson is still in the league's concussion protocol and will remain on the inactive list for a second consecutive contest to begin the regular season. The big man's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Lakers.

Youngblood (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Kings.

Youngblood will have to wait to make his 2026-27 season debut, and he'll miss a second consecutive game while dealing with left ankle soreness. His next chance to play will come against the Lakers on Tuesday, Nov. 27.

Bradley (quadriceps) is questionable for Friday's game against New Orleans.

Bradley sat out Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Grizzlies and continues to deal with a left quad issue. The team will presumably monitor his status closely before issuing another update ahead of Friday's tipoff.

Wade (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.

After sitting out Philadelphia's 106-100 victory over the Knicks on Opening Night, Wade will have to watch from the sidelines once again. In his absence, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jabari Walker could see a slight uptick in playing time.

Allen (knee) is active for Thursday's game against the 76ers.

Despite carrying a questionable tag leading up to Cleveland's regular-season opener in Philadelphia, Allen was always expected to suit up. The Cavaliers' starting center could be on a soft minutes restriction given his history with the lingering knee issue. Evan Mobley, Thomas Bryant, Peyton Watson and Jaylon Tyson would likely benefit from any vacated minutes.

Fox (wrist) is questionable to play in Friday's game against the Rockets.

Fox appears to have picked up a wrist injury that will leave his status for Friday's contest up in the air. He was efficient in the season-opening defeat Tuesday, tallying 14 points (6-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 32 minutes. If Fox is sidelined, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle will handle more of the playmaking duties, while Julian Champagnie would likely slide into the starting unit.

Johnson is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets due to a mouth laceration.

Johnson required three stitches after Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Thunder and could miss the front end of this back-to-back set. If the 2025-26 Sixth Man of the Year is ruled out, Carter Bryant and Harrison Barnes could see a bump in minutes.