Jordan Goodwin Adds 16 Points in Suns' Victory
Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin contributed 16 points to his team's 116-110 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. His scoring helped the Suns secure their third consecutive win.
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Tuesday, January 20
Grayson Allen Contributes 16 Points, 6 Assists in Suns' Win
Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen scored 16 points and dished out 6 assists in Tuesday's 116-110 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. Allen's offensive contributions included a crucial jumper in the third quarter that extended the Suns' lead to 83-74, helping his team secure their third consecutive win.
Jalen Green Returns from Hamstring Injury, Scores 12 in Suns' Win
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green made his return from a hamstring strain in Tuesday's 116-110 win over the 76ers, his first game since November 8 and only his third appearance this season. Coming off the bench, Green contributed 12 points (4-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals in 20 minutes, leading the Suns in steals. He is expected to remain under a minutes restriction as he works back to full conditioning, with a potential return to the starting lineup impacting Collin Gillespie.
Booker's 27 Points Lead Suns to Third Straight Win
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker delivered a game-high 27 points (9-23 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), along with 4 assists, 3 rebounds, and 1 steal in 34 minutes, powering the Suns to a 116-110 victory over the 76ers on Tuesday. This performance extends his streak of 20-point games to four. Booker, who was perfect from the free-throw line, contributed to the Suns' third consecutive win and 12th in their last 16 outings. He's averaged 10.5 rebounds and assists this season, exceeding earlier projections.
Gradey Dick Earns First Start of the Season Tuesday
Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick will make his first start of the season Tuesday evening against the Warriors. He joins Jamal Shead, Immanuel Quickley, Brandon Ingram, and Scottie Barnes in the starting unit. This season, Dick has averaged 14.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.9 triples, and 1.4 steals per 36 minutes.
Tim Hardaway Available to Play Tuesday Against Lakers
Denver Nuggets swingman Tim Hardaway (knee) is available to play Tuesday against the Lakers. He was initially listed as probable, so his availability was expected. Hardaway will look to improve his performance after being limited to just six points on 1-of-5 shooting in 13 minutes during Sunday's loss to the Hornets.
Draymond Green Cleared to Play Tuesday vs. Raptors
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (ankle) is officially available for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, despite a right ankle sprain that caused him to rest Monday. Head coach Steve Kerr expressed optimism about his return. Green will play in the second leg of a back-to-back, having averaged 10.0 points, 5.3 assists, and 5.1 rebounds in 25.6 minutes across eight January appearances.
Aaron Gordon Available for Tuesday's Game vs. Lakers
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers. He was initially listed as probable, confirming his presence on the court. This season, Gordon is averaging 18.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.9 triples per game.
Austin Reaves Expected to Return During Lakers' Road Trip
Austin Reaves (calf) is progressing well in his recovery and is expected to return during the Lakers' current eight-game road trip, according to head coach JJ Redick. While he is ruled out for Tuesday's game in Denver, the 27-year-old guard should be back by early February at the latest, as the road trip concludes on Feb. 3 in Brooklyn. Reaves will likely be on a minutes restriction upon his return, which will reduce playing time for teammates like Jake LaRavia, Gabe Vincent, and Dalton Knecht.
Naz Reid Cleared from Injury, Returns to Bench Role for Wolves
Naz Reid (shoulder) is officially cleared to play in Tuesday's game against the Jazz after dealing with a left shoulder injury. However, he will come off the bench for the Timberwolves as Rudy Gobert returns to the starting lineup. Reid has been productive in January, averaging 16.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 0.8 steals across 24.3 minutes over nine games. As a reserve this season, he's posted averages of 14.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.5 triples per contest.
Cameron Johnson Remains Out Indefinitely, Not Cleared for Contact
Cameron Johnson (knee) has not yet progressed to contact work and remains sidelined indefinitely for the Denver Nuggets, per Vic Lombardi. The 29-year-old forward is recovering from a bone bruise in his right knee and has not played since December 23. Johnson was initially given a re-evaluation timetable of four to six weeks, and it appears he will be re-evaluated closer to the latter end of that timeline. He should be considered week-to-week until the team provides a further update on his progress.
Kel'el Ware Sidelined for Tuesday's Game with Hamstring Tightness
Kel'el Ware (hamstring) has been ruled out for the Miami Heat's Tuesday game in Sacramento due to hamstring tightness. The team is exercising caution with their second-year center on the second leg of a back-to-back set. His absence will create additional minutes for Nikola Jovic. Ware should be considered questionable for Thursday's game in Portland as he deals with the injury.
Josh Giddey (Hamstring) Out Tuesday, Possible Return Thursday
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (hamstring) is ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Clippers, extending his absence to 11 consecutive games since Dec. 31 due to a strained left hamstring. Coach Billy Donovan reported Giddey is "pretty good" and progressing well, with a potential return for Thursday's game in Minnesota. His comeback is expected to reduce playing time for Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu. Giddey has averaged 19.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 9 assists with seven triple-doubles this season.
Rockets' Steven Adams Out Indefinitely with Severe Grade 3 Ankle Sprain
Houston Rockets center Steven Adams has suffered a severe Grade 3 ankle sprain and is out indefinitely, according to coach Ime Udoka. He sustained the injury in Sunday's win over the Pelicans. The team is still gathering more information, but Adams is expected to miss an extended period. Prior to the injury, Adams averaged 5.8 points and 8.6 rebounds across 22.8 minutes in 32 appearances this season. Clint Capela will likely see increased playing time behind Alperen Sengun in his absence.
Andre Drummond Starting for 76ers with Embiid Sidelined
Andre Drummond is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Suns, as Joel Embiid (ankle) is receiving a maintenance day. Drummond makes sense as a plug-and-play fantasy option, averaging 9.0 points, 10.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 0.8 blocks in 26.6 minutes per tilt across 15 games as a starter this season.
Paul George Ruled Out Tuesday vs. Suns with Knee Injury
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Suns due to left knee injury management, marking his second consecutive absence. He will miss both games of the back-to-back set, with his next chance to play being Thursday against the Rockets. In his absence, Kelly Oubre will continue to start, and Jabari Walker and Quentin Grimes are expected to see increased minutes.
Tari Eason Available to Play Tuesday vs. Spurs; Minutes Restricted
Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Spurs, marking his return from a five-game absence. He will likely have some minutes restrictions in his first game back. Eason's return is expected to result in less playing time for Jae'Sean Tate, Josh Okogie, and Dorian Finney-Smith.
Al Horford Sidelined Tuesday for Toe Injury Management
Golden State Warriors player Al Horford is out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to left toe injury management, a standard procedure as he avoids playing in back-to-back contests after playing Monday. Despite this absence, coach Steve Kerr anticipates Horford will continue to play a key role for the team, noting he has recently been showing signs of improvement.
Santi Aldama Questionable for Wednesday with Right Knee Soreness
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks due to right knee soreness. His status will be better determined following Wednesday's shootaround. If Aldama is unable to play, it would open up additional minutes for teammates John Konchar, Vince Williams, and GG Jackson.
Myles Turner Questionable for Wednesday with New Ankle Sprain
Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder due to a sprained left ankle. This ankle injury is a new concern for Turner, who has missed only one game this season. If the veteran center is not cleared to play Wednesday, Bobby Portis would likely get the starting nod, while Pete Nance and Jericho Sims could see increased playing time. Turner has averaged 10.3 points and 4.7 rebounds across 25.3 minutes in seven January appearances thus far.