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Demin (leg) stated he isn't sure if he will be able to play in Friday's game against Detroit, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Demin exited Tuesday's 125-124 overtime loss to the Celtics in the first half and didn't return. He isn't sure if he will play Friday versus the Pistons, though he indicated that the injury is "nothing serious," adding that he was kneed in the "muscle/bone area." The 20-year-old has had a slow start to the 2026-27 campaign, averaging 7.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 28.6 percent from deep. If Demin isn't out there against Detroit, Nolan Traore, who also didn't return to Tuesday's meeting with the Celtics due to cramps, Mikel Brown and Keon Ellis are candidates for more minutes, with two of those players in line to start.

Porter ended with 27 points (8-16 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 40 minutes in Tuesday's 125-124 overtime loss to Boston.

Porter had just 10 points in the 136-109 loss to the Pacers on Sunday. He turned things around Tuesday, scoring over 20 points for the third time this season while picking up his first double-double of the year. However, it didn't result in a win for his team, with the Nets failing to secure their first victory of the 2026-27 campaign. In four regular-season games, Porter is now averaging 22.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and a career-best 2.3 steals across 32.0 minutes per contest.

Tatum finished with 40 points (10-20 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 18-22 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one block across 42 minutes in Tuesday's 125-124 overtime win over Brooklyn.

Tatum had a productive showing Tuesday, finishing with a game-high in scoring while draining a shot in overtime as time expired to lead the Celtics to another win. The 28-year-old scored 13 points in the 121-113 loss to the Pistons to begin the 2026-27 campaign. Since then, he has been on a roll, averaging 33.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists and 1.3 steals over 35.6 minutes per contest during that span.

Towns finished with 27 points (12-21 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 20 rebounds and three assists across 33 minutes in Tuesday's 111-97 victory over the Pistons.

It wasn't a perfect game from Towns, who shot an inefficient 20.0 percent from deep while turning the ball over seven times. However, the 2015 No. 1 overall pick was the top scorer in this contest and finished with at least 20 rebounds for the 23rd time in his career to lead the Knicks to their first win of the 2026-27 campaign.

Cunningham contributed 19 points (7-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists and one block across 36 minutes in Tuesday's 111-97 loss to the Knicks.

The star floor general didn't deliver his most efficient performance, though he still finished as Detroit's second-leading scorer behind Paul Reed (22 points). Cunningham also tied for the team lead in rebounds and paced all players in assists, dishing out eight dimes for a fourth straight game to begin the regular season. He's averaging 20.8 points, 8.0 assists, 5.8 rebounds, 1.8 blocks and 1.0 steals per game so far this season.

Sabonis supplied 20 points (10-16 FG), 14 rebounds and eight assists across 37 minutes in Tuesday's 130-103 loss to the Spurs.

Sabonis turned in an efficient shooting performance Tuesday, reaching the 20-point mark for the second time in four regular-season games while finishing as Sacramento's third-leading scorer. The big man also paced all players in rebounds and assists, dishing out at least eight dimes for the third time this season. He's racked up three double-doubles and a triple-double thus far.

Wembanyama finished with 29 points (14-21 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, five blocks, two assists and two steals across 27 minutes in Tuesday's 130-103 win over the Kings.

Wembanyama struggled from three-point range but dominated in the paint, tying his career high in dunks (nine) en route to a game-best 29 points. The big man filled the stat sheet, securing his third double-double through four regular-season games. Additionally, he's now provided four-plus blocks three times this season.

Henderson (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers.

Henderson will shed his questionable tag due to left ankle soreness and suit up in Los Angeles. The fourth-year guard is averaging 9.5 points in 20.0 minutes per tilt through two regular-season games.

The Mavericks recalled Aldama (knee) from the G League's Texas Legends on Tuesday.

Aldama presumably got some practice reps in with the Legends after being assigned to the squad earlier in the day. He's still working his way back from right knee surgery he underwent in March, and he's listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the Thunder.

Demin won't return to Tuesday's game against Boston due to a right leg contusion, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports. He'll finish with two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 10 minutes.

Demin was seen holding his leg and eventually limped to the locker room with 2:22 remaining in the first half. The Nets don't play again until Friday versus Detroit, so he will have a few extra days to rest and recover. However, if Demin isn't available for that contest, Keon Ellis or Mikel Brown could replace him in the starting lineup. Either way, Ellis and Brown would be in line for more minutes.