{"id":30879,"date":"2025-03-19T20:58:22","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T19:58:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=30879"},"modified":"2025-03-20T00:32:28","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T23:32:28","slug":"daily-nba-injury-report-march-19th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/daily-nba-injury-report-march-19th\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily NBA Injury Report (March 19th) : All you need to know about Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic & more"},"content":{"rendered":"
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.<\/p>
Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers<\/h2>
The Mavericks have struggled in their last 10 games, going 2-8, while the Pacers have split their last 10 at 5-5. Indiana won their most recent head-to-head matchup 134-127. With Dallas dealing with injuries, the Pacers are favored to win.<\/p>
The Rockets have won seven straight games, going 7-3 in their last 10, while Orlando has struggled at 3-7. The Magic won their previous matchup 97-84. Both teams rely on strong defense, but the Rockets are favored in what should be a close game.<\/p>
Houston Rockets<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr>
Amen Thompson <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Reed Sheppard <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
Orlando Magic<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Cole Anthony <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
Detroit Pistons vs Miami Heat<\/h2>
The Pistons have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games, while the Heat are on a nine-game losing streak at 1-9. Detroit leads the season series 2-1, with the last two matchups decided by two points or fewer. The Pistons are favored to win.<\/p>
No MAJOR <\/strong>Injuries for Detroit Pistons. <\/strong><\/p>
Miami Heat<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Andrew Wiggins <\/td>
Questionable <\/td><\/tr>
Nikola Jovic <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Alec Burks <\/td>
Questionable <\/td><\/tr>
Dru Smith <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
New Orleans Pelicans vs Minnesota Timberwolves <\/h2>
The Timberwolves have been in strong form, going 8-2 in their last 10 games, while the Pelicans have struggled at 2-8. Minnesota has already won the head-to-head matchup this season. With a healthy roster, the Timberwolves are favored to win by double digits.<\/p>
New Orleans Pelicans<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Trey Murphy III<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Herbert Jones<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Brandon Boston<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
No MAJOR <\/strong>Injuries for Minnesota Timberwolves. <\/strong><\/p>
Philadelphia 76ers vs Oklahoma City Thunder <\/h2>
The Thunder have been dominant, going 9-1 in their last 10 games, while the 76ers have struggled at 3-7. Despite missing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Luguentz Dort, OKC is still favored due to its bench depth. The 76ers will rely on Quentin Grimes, who has averaged 32.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists over his last five games, but the Thunder remain the favorites.<\/p>
The Knicks have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games, while the Spurs are 4-6. New York won their early-season matchup. Both teams are missing their star players, but the Knicks are favored to win and strengthen their hold on the third seed.<\/p>
The Jazz are 0-10 in their last 10 games, making them the only winless team in that span, while the Wizards have gone 5-5. Washington won their early-season matchup 125-122. With the Wizards dealing with injuries, the Jazz are favored to break their losing streak. <\/p>
Washington Wizards<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Jordan Poole <\/td>
Available<\/td><\/tr>
Khris Middleton<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Marcus Smart <\/td>
Available<\/td><\/tr>
Bilal Coulibaly<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Corey Kispert <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
Utah Jazz<\/strong><\/td>
Current Status<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
John Collins<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Lauri Markkanen <\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
KJ Martin<\/td>
OUT<\/td><\/tr>
Jaden Springer<\/td>
OUT <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>
Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers <\/h2>
The Nuggets and Lakers have both gone 6-4 in their last 10 games. Denver leads the season series 2-1. With LeBron James out for this crucial matchup, the Nuggets are early favorites despite the questionable status of Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray.<\/p>
The Bulls have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games, taking the ninth seed from the Heat, while the Suns are 5-5 and continue to fight for a play-in spot. Phoenix won their early-season matchup and are favored to sweep the Bulls. A high scoring battle is expected.<\/p>
Memphis Grizzlies vs Portland Trail Blazers <\/h2>
The Grizzlies have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games, while the Trail Blazers are 4-6. Memphis dominated Portland in their previous matchups, winning 134-89 and 123-98. The Grizzlies’ offense has been a major issue for the Blazers, making Memphis the favorite to win again.<\/p>