This daily NBA Injury report provides the latest updates on major player injuries, along with key insights into how teams are adjusting. Beyond just listing injuries, it highlights team form and their head-to-head form.
Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavs face the Magic for the third time this season. Previously, both encounters have ended in a Cavs dominating win. They have also scored 120+ points against the Magic on both those occasions. With a 10-0 record in the last 10 games, the Cavs are favored to make it 3-0 against the Magic this season.
Orlando Magic
Current Status
Cole Anthony
Questionable
Cleveland Cavaliers
Current Status
Donovan Mitchell
Questionable
Evan Mobley
Questionable
Philadelphia 76ers vs Dallas Mavericks
The 76ers vs the Mavericks can officially be termed as “the Injury derby”. Both teams have multiple starters ruled out for the game. In terms of importance, a must win game for the Mavericks. On the other hand, the 76ers are out of the playoffs or play-in race. The Mavs are favored to win the game.
Dallas Mavericks
Current Status
Anthony Davis
OUT
PJ Washington
Available
Daniel Gafford
OUT
Dereck Lively III
OUT
Caleb Martin
OUT
Jaden Hardy
OUT
Philadelphia 76ers
Current Status
Tyrese Maxey
OUT
Andre Drummond
OUT
Kyle Lowry
OUT
Kelly Oubre Jr.
OUT
Lonnie Walker IV
OUT
Phoenix Suns vs Los Angeles Lakers
In a battle of the West, the Suns face the Lakers. Both have met three times this season, with the Suns winning two. The Lakers have suffered four consecutive losses and are in dire need of a win. On the other hand, the Suns need to win to keep their play-in chances alive. However, with Luka Doncic at the helm, the Lakers are favored to win the close encounter.
Phoenix Suns
Current Status
Grayson Allen
OUT
Los Angeles Lakers
Current Status
LeBron James
OUT
Luka Doncic
Probable
Gabe Vincent
Questionable
Rui Hachimura
OUT
Dalton Knecht
Probable
Dorian Finney-Smith
Questionable
Jaxson Hayes
Probable
Atlanta Hawks vs Brooklyn Nets
The Hawks face the Nets for the second time this season, previously winning 120-116. The Hawks were on a four game win streak which ended against the Clippers. On the other hand, the Nets are 1-9 in their last 10 games. The Hawks are favored to win the game.
Atlanta Hawks
Current Status
Caris LeVert
Questionable
Clint Capela
OUT
Larry Nance Jr.
OUT
Trae Young
Probable
Brooklyn Nets
Current Status
Nic Claxton
Questionable
Trendon Watford
Questionable
Noah Clowney
Questionable
Toronto Raptors vs Portland Trail Blazers
Meeting for the first-time this season, the Trail Blazers face an Injury struck Toronto Raptors. In terms of importance, the Raptors are still alive in the play-in race. On the other hand, Blazers are most likely out of the play-in race. The Blazers are favored to win the game and end their five-game losing streak.
Toronto Raptors
Current Status
RJ Barrett
Questionable
Immanuel Quickley
OUT
Gradey Dick
OUT
Jamal Shead
Probable
Ja’Kobe Walter
OUT
Ulrich Chomche
OUT
Portland Trail Blazers
Current Status
Anfernee Simons
Questionable
Jerami Grant
Doubtful
Deandre Ayton
OUT
Jabari Walker
OUT
Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Clippers
The Clippers have gained form at the right time, winning 5 of the last 6 games. On the other hand, the Hornets have also won three of the last four games. However, with James Harden and Kawhi Leonard at the helm, the Clippers are favored to win by double-digits.
Charlotte Hornets
Current Status
Josh Okogie
OUT
Tre Mann
OUT
Tidjane Salaun
OUT
Los Angeles Clippers
Current Status
Kris Dunn
OUT
Norman Powell
Questionable
Jordan Miller
OUT
Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves
A healthy Timberwolves face the tanking Jazz. The Wolves are 12-0 in their last 12 games when Julius Randle has played. The Wolves would also like to avenge their 116-117 loss to the Jazz on February 28. They are favored by a double-digit spread to win the game.
In the match of the day, the Oklahoma City Thunder faces the Milwaukee Bucks. With MVP candidates in Shai and Giannis fighting for supremacy, OKC are favored to win the game. However, the duo of Giannis and Lillard can cause problems to any defense on their day. The Thunder would also like to avenge their NBA Cup loss against the Bucks by sweeping them, winning the previous meeting by 125-96.
Hello, my name is Suryansh, and I write NBA/WNBA content for ThePlayoffs. I love sports, which is why I write and I love the NBA because of the stats. My aim is to find unique stats and perspectives to provide my readers with another angle on sports.
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