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Tuesday, February 24

Evan Mobley Remains on Minutes Restriction Tuesday, Calf Strain Recovery Continues

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Evan Mobley (calf) will remain on an unspecified minutes restriction for Tuesday's game against the Knicks, as reported by Danny Cunningham. His playing time is expected to increase "a bit" from Sunday's 25 minutes, where he recorded 15 points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal. Mobley has played in two of the last three games following a seven-game absence due to a left calf strain. There's a possibility he could reappear on the injury report for Wednesday's back-to-back against Milwaukee.

CJ McCollum Enters Starting Lineup for Hawks

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Veteran CJ McCollum has been inserted into the Atlanta Hawks' starting lineup, replacing Zaccharie Risacher. This move follows a trend since McCollum's acquisition from Washington. In Sunday's win, McCollum contributed 16 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 steal in 32 minutes. He is averaging 18.8 points across 19 games with the Hawks.

SGA Out vs. Raptors with Abdominal Strain; Leads MVP Odds

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Reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will miss the Oklahoma City Thunder's game against the Toronto Raptors due to an abdominal strain. He leads the NBA Finals MVP odds. His absence, along with Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, impacts the Thunder's lineup.

Andrew Nembhard cleared to play Tuesday against 76ers

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Andrew Nembhard (back) will play in Tuesday's game against the 76ers, shedding his questionable tag due to lower-back injury management. This marks his second consecutive contest. The Indiana Pacers guard has been productive in February, averaging 15.0 points, 7.2 assists, and 2.0 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game over six appearances.

Pascal Siakam out Tuesday vs. 76ers with tweaked wrist

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Pascal Siakam (wrist) will not play Tuesday against the 76ers, having been originally listed as doubtful. The Indiana Pacers forward recently returned from a hamstring injury on Sunday but then tweaked his wrist during a collision with Khris Middleton. With Siakam sidelined, Kobe Brown and Micah Potter could see increased playing time.

Grand jury declines to indict former NBA player Patrick Beverley in assault case

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A Texas grand jury has declined to indict former NBA guard Patrick Beverley on one count of assault of a family member. Beverley was arrested last November after his sister alleged he grabbed her by the neck, slammed her against a wall, and punched her. The alleged incident occurred after she reportedly sneaked out to see her boyfriend, with Beverley stating he found her, a minor, alone with an 18-year-old man. Beverley's attorneys maintained his innocence, and Beverley expressed gratitude on X following the decision. He last played for the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2023-24 season.

Zaccharie Risacher moved to bench, CJ McCollum starts for Hawks

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Former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher has been removed from the Atlanta Hawks' starting lineup, with CJ McCollum taking his place. This marks only the third time in 120 career games Risacher has not started. In Sunday's win, he played 20 minutes off the bench, contributing 7 points and 1 rebound. Coach Quin Snyder stated the move doesn't reflect a lack of belief in Risacher, emphasizing his development will continue regardless of his role.

Dyson Daniels joins Hawks' new starting five in win over Nets

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Dyson Daniels was part of the Atlanta Hawks' new starting lineup, alongside CJ McCollum, Jalen Johnson, Onyeka Okongwu, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker, in their 115-104 victory over the Nets. This new lineup combination is being utilized by coach Quin Snyder.

Onyeka Okongwu part of Hawks' new starting five, strong rebounding trend

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Onyeka Okongwu has joined the Atlanta Hawks' new starting lineup alongside CJ McCollum, Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Dyson Daniels, contributing to a recent 115-104 win over the Nets. He has also shown a strong rebounding trend, exceeding his projected rebound total in two of his last three appearances.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker thriving in Hawks' starting lineup, averaging career-high 19.9 points

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Nickeil Alexander-Walker is thriving in the Atlanta Hawks' new starting lineup, which recently included CJ McCollum, Jalen Johnson, Onyeka Okongwu, and Dyson Daniels. He is averaging a career-high 19.9 points per game, shooting 37.2% from three with 3.0 makes on 8.2 attempts per night. Alexander-Walker has hit the over in three-pointers in back-to-back contests, showcasing his significant offensive impact.

Vince Williams diagnosed with season-ending torn left ACL

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Utah Jazz guard Vince Williams has been diagnosed with a torn left ACL and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season. An MRI on Tuesday confirmed the diagnosis, with his absence likely extending into the 2026-27 season. Williams sustained the injury Monday night after a collision with Rockets' Tari Eason, an "away-from-the-ball play" that Jazz coach Will Hardy called "not basketball." Eason later apologized. Williams had averaged 7.5 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.9 rebounds in 40 appearances this season between the Grizzlies and Jazz.

Cade Cunningham on track to meet 65-game threshold for MVP consideration

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Cade Cunningham is one of only two NBA MVP candidates currently on track to meet the 65-game threshold required for award eligibility this season. This puts him in a unique position in the MVP rankings.

Coby White cleared from calf strain, set for Hornets debut vs. Bulls

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Coby White (calf) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game against the Bulls, shedding his probable tag. He returns after dealing with a nagging calf strain and is set to make his Charlotte Hornets debut on Tuesday night against his former Bulls team. Acquired from Chicago on Feb. 4, White was sidelined recovering from the strain. He is expected to come off the bench in a modest role as backup point guard. Before the trade, he averaged 18.6 points, 4.7 assists, and 3.7 rebounds in 29 games for Chicago.

Naz Reid Cleared to Play Tuesday After Shoulder Soreness

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Naz Reid (shoulder) has been upgraded to available for Tuesday's game against Portland, marking his return from a one-game absence due to right shoulder soreness. The Minnesota Timberwolves big man has been productive in his last six outings, averaging 11.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.0 blocks in 25.6 minutes per contest. His return provides a boost to the team's frontcourt rotation.

Devin Booker Sidelined for Suns with Right Hip Strain

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Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker will be sidelined for Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics due to a right hip strain. His absence adds to a growing list of injuries for the Suns, who are also without Dillon Brooks, Jordan Goodwin, and Haywood Highsmith. The Suns, currently 33-25, have dropped 6 of their last 10 games as they deal with a myriad of injuries.

De'Anthony Melton Available Tuesday, May Rest Wednesday

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De'Anthony Melton (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans. The Golden State Warriors guard's availability for Tuesday suggests he could be a candidate for rest during Wednesday's game in Memphis. Melton has been a consistent starter, logging six consecutive starts and averaging 14.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.2 steals over 24.8 minutes per contest during that span. His status for the back-to-back will be monitored.

Kevin Durant expresses strong desire to play in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

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Kevin Durant has expressed a strong desire to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aiming for a fifth gold medal. He emphasized that he wants to earn his spot based on his performance, not just seniority. Durant was a key player in the USA team that won gold in 2024. The 2028 roster is expected to be stacked, facing tough international competition.

Tari Eason involved in collision that injured Vince Williams, later apologized

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Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason was involved in a collision with Jazz guard Vince Williams Jr. on Monday night, which resulted in Williams suffering a season-ending torn left ACL. Jazz coach Will Hardy described Eason's "away-from-the-ball play" as "not basketball." Eason finished the game with 11 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block, and later went to the Jazz locker room to apologize to Williams, stating he had no intention to injure him.

Jalen Smith Ruled Out Tuesday vs. Hornets with Left Calf Strain

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Jalen Smith has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hornets due to a left calf strain. His next opportunity to play will be Thursday against Portland. With Smith sidelined, Collin Sexton, Patrick Williams, and Nick Richards could potentially see expanded roles in the Bulls' lineup.

Pete Nance impresses, Bucks consider converting two-way deal

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Two-way forward Pete Nance has impressed with the Milwaukee Bucks, shooting 51% from three (58.8% overall) in 25 games, averaging 5 points. Nance is nearing his 50-active-game limit for two-way players, making him ineligible for the postseason if not converted. The Bucks' roster is currently full with 15 guaranteed contracts, posing a challenge for his conversion, which would require waiving another player and potentially incurring future salary implications.