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Milwaukee Bucks' Myles Turner (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors. He has missed the last two games due to right calf soreness that initially flared up on Feb. 12. The move to questionable suggests he is nearing a return to action, which would provide a massive boost to the Milwaukee frontcourt, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo still without a firm timetable.
Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors. This extends his absence to 11 games as the two-time MVP continues to rehab from a right calf strain that has kept him out since late January. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the Heat, but despite recently saying he feels "100 percent" healthy, there doesn't appear to be a clear timeline for his return.
Cedric Coward (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat, marking his third consecutive absence. The rookie guard is recovering from a hyperextended right knee, further thinning the Memphis backcourt which is already without Ja Morant and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen, and Cam Spencer are expected to see increased minutes. Coward's next chance to play will be Monday against the Kings.
Santi Aldama (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat. This marks his 11th absence in the Grizzlies' last 13 games due to a right knee injury. The fifth-year pro's next opportunity to play is Monday against the Kings, but there is currently no clear timeline for his return. Kyle Anderson and Walter Clayton are expected to continue seeing increased minutes while Aldama remains sidelined.
Trey Murphy (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers, marking his second straight absence. He continues to deal with a right shoulder issue that he suffered on February 11th versus Miami. Murphy was also sidelined Friday against Milwaukee. With Murphy unavailable, Bryce McGowens and Jeremiah Fears are candidates to see increased backcourt minutes. His next opportunity to return to action will come Tuesday against the Warriors.
Coming off his first All-Star appearance, Chet Holmgren delivered an efficient performance, scoring 15 points (3-6 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT) along with seven rebounds and two assists in 26 minutes during Friday's 105-86 victory over the Nets. Holmgren achieved his point total on just six field goal attempts, with approximately half his points coming from the free-throw line, where he was perfect (7-7 FT). He also made both of his three-point attempts as the Thunder secured a comfortable win.
Rudy Gobert logged 22 points (9-11 FG, 4-8 FT), 17 rebounds, three blocks, one assist, and one steal in 32 minutes during Friday's 122-111 win over the Mavericks. However, he was assessed his sixth flagrant foul of the season late in the second quarter, triggering an automatic one-game suspension. The Minnesota Timberwolves center will sit out Sunday's game against the 76ers, pending NBA review. Gobert previously served a one-game ban on Jan. 13 for his fifth flagrant foul, and any further flagrant fouls will result in a two-game suspension.
Kawhi Leonard exited Friday's game against the Lakers due to left ankle soreness and did not return, per Law Murray. Prior to his exit, Leonard was having a strong performance, totaling 31 points (11-19 FG, 4-6 3pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, and five assists. This soreness affects his left ankle and is unrelated to a previous ankle issue this season. His status will be closely monitored ahead of the Clippers' next game on Sunday against the Magic.
John Collins exited Friday's game against the Lakers in the second quarter after hitting his head on the floor following a foul, entering the league's concussion protocol and not returning. He finished with 12 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, and one steal across 16 minutes. His status for Sunday's game against the Magic is uncertain, with Nicolas Batum, Bennedict Mathurin, and Kobe Sanders expected to see increased minutes if he misses additional time.
Bam Adebayo produced 17 points (8-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, and one steal across 27 minutes during Friday's 128-97 win over Atlanta. While his streak of 20-plus-point outings ended at three, he was efficient from the field. He has struggled from beyond the arc in February, shooting just 27.8 percent. Adebayo grabbed at least eight boards for a fourth consecutive contest and dished out at least five dimes twice over his last three games.
Onyeka Okongwu bounced back offensively in Friday's 128-97 loss to Miami, leading Atlanta with 22 points (8-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and one steal in 29 minutes. This marks his first 20-point game since Jan. 23 and 17th of the season. He efficiently hit four three-pointers, continuing a streak of multiple triples in eight of his last nine outings. Okongwu also recorded multiple blocks for the third time in five appearances, despite recent struggles on the glass.
Jalen Johnson achieved his third triple-double this month in Friday's 128-97 loss to the Heat, finishing with 16 points (6-22 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 16 rebounds, and 11 assists in 35 minutes. He led Atlanta in rebounds and assists, marking double-digit boards in seven of his last eight games. Despite the impressive stat line, Johnson struggled with efficiency, shooting just 34.1 percent from the floor over his last two outings.
Michael Porter contributed 22 points (6-16 FG, 1-9 3Pt, 9-11 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, and two steals across 38 minutes in Thursday's 86-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite struggling from beyond the arc, Porter led the Brooklyn Nets in scoring. His participation in the second leg of a back-to-back set is encouraging for his availability, though caution is advised regarding player management by tanking teams.
Jared McCain logged a season-high 21 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, and one steal across 23 minutes in Friday's 105-86 win over the Nets. After a slow first half, McCain capitalized on increased second-half minutes to reach 20-plus points for only the second time this season. The second-year guard has now scored in double figures and hit multiple three-pointers in three consecutive games, making a strong case for a meaningful role even when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) and Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) return.
Ryan Rollins returned from a brief absence due to plantar fasciitis, showing no lingering effects as he totaled 27 points (10-15 FG, 7-10 3Pt), two rebounds, six assists, four steals, and two blocks across 36 minutes in Friday's 139-118 victory over the Pelicans. Rollins tied for the team lead in scoring and contributed significantly across all categories. While Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) remains out but is expected back soon, Rollins' offensive responsibilities may decrease upon his return.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards poured in a game-high 40 points (16-30 FG, 5-13 3Pt, 3-4 FT) along with six rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 38 minutes during Friday's 122-111 win over the Mavericks. After a slow start with just three points in the first quarter, Edwards exploded for 17 in the second. This marks his eighth 40-point performance in 47 regular-season appearances and his fifth 30-plus point game this month, where he's averaging 30.1 points.
Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson supplied 20 points (7-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-8 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block, and one steal over 28 minutes in Friday's 123-114 win over Utah. This marks his second consecutive 20-point game, as he continues to see significant minutes for the injury-plagued Grizzlies. Over his last eight outings, Jackson has been a top-100 player, averaging 15.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.9 triples, 0.6 steals, and 1.0 blocks.
Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski posted 20 points (9-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two blocks, and two steals across 28 minutes during Friday's 123-114 loss to Memphis. Filipowski started hot, scoring 12 points on six shots in his first eight minutes and missing only one shot in the first half. With Jaren Jackson out for the season and Jusuf Nurkic's frequent rest days, Filipowski appears poised for a strong finish to the 2025-26 season.
Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier recorded 24 points (9-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds, five assists, two blocks, and four steals across 25 minutes during Friday's 123-114 loss to Memphis. Collier had a strong defensive performance, tying career highs in both steals and blocks, marking his fourth career game with at least four steals. Over his last eight games, Collier has been performing at a high level, averaging 18.1 points, 10.9 assists, and 2.5 steals per contest.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ribs) made a strong return from a 15-game absence Friday against the Hawks, coming off the bench to score 24 points (9-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT) in just 23 minutes. He also added four rebounds, three assists, and one steal in the Heat's 128-97 victory. Herro, who was under a minutes restriction, scored 16 of his points in the first half. His availability for Saturday's game against Memphis remains to be determined as the team eases him back into action.
