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Thursday, January 15

Harris Returns from Hip Injury with 16 Pts, Career-High 5 Steals

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Tobias Harris (hip) returned to the Detroit Pistons' lineup on Thursday against the Suns after a five-game absence, showing no lingering issues from his hip injury. In 29 minutes during the 108-105 win, he contributed 16 points (6-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, and a career-high five steals. This marked his fourth multiple-steal game of the season, and he committed no turnovers. His return could potentially mean fewer minutes for Javonte Green and Ronald Holland. Harris is averaging 13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.3 triples per game this season and is expected to play Saturday.

Duren Returns from Ankle Injury with Big 16-Point, 18-Rebound Double-Double

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Jalen Duren (ankle) returned to the Detroit Pistons' lineup on Thursday against the Suns after missing four games, reclaiming his starting spot as expected. In 28 minutes during the 108-105 win, he posted a big double-double with 16 points (8-13 FG, 0-1 FT), 18 rebounds, two assists, and two blocks. This marked Duren's 19th double-double of the season, where he dominated the glass and secured easy buckets. His return likely moved Paul Reed back to the bench. Duren will look to continue his strong performance Saturday with a favorable matchup versus the Pacers.

Klay Thompson Surpasses Damian Lillard for Fourth All-Time in 3-Pointers Made

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Damian Lillard was surpassed by Klay Thompson on Thursday night, as Thompson moved into fourth place on the NBA's all-time 3-point made list. Lillard now stands fifth on the prestigious list, which is led by Stephen Curry, James Harden, and Ray Allen.

Klay Thompson Climbs to Fourth on All-Time 3-Pointers List in Mavericks' Rout

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Klay Thompson made history on Thursday night, moving past Damian Lillard to claim fourth place on the NBA's all-time 3-point made list with a first-quarter triple. Thompson continued his strong shooting performance, going 6-of-13 from beyond the arc as the Dallas Mavericks secured a blowout victory over the Jazz. He now trails only Stephen Curry, James Harden, and Ray Allen on the prestigious list of top 3-point shooters.

Allen Explodes for Career-High 33 Points Starting for Injured Booker

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Grayson Allen started for the Phoenix Suns on Thursday against the Pistons, filling in for the injured Devin Booker (ankle). He delivered a game-high 33 points (11-25 FG, 7-20 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, and three blocks in 31 minutes during the 108-105 loss. Allen had 21 points by halftime and attempted a career-high 20 three-pointers. As a starter this season, he averages 16.3 points, 4.1 assists, 3.2 triples, and 1.7 steals. He is expected to continue as a primary offensive option if Booker remains sidelined for Saturday's game.

Wembanyama Shakes Off Knee Scare, Dominates with 22 Pts, 10 Reb

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Victor Wembanyama briefly exited Thursday's game against the Bucks after a knee collision with Giannis Antetokounmpo but quickly returned, appearing fine. He then posted 22 points (7-12 FG, 5-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 22 minutes during the Spurs' 119-101 win. This was his best three-point shooting performance since Nov. 10. Wembanyama continues to be a dominant defensive force, contributing to the Spurs' top-five defensive ranking, and is averaging 22.7 points on 48.9% FG in three games since returning to the starting lineup. Off-court, he recently shaved his head with Keldon Johnson after a loss to OKC.

Holmgren Delivers Strong All-Around Performance with 18 Pts, 9 Reb, 4 Blk

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Chet Holmgren delivered a strong all-around performance for the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, finishing with 18 points (7-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, two steals, and four blocks in 29 minutes during the 111-91 win over the Rockets. He led the Thunder in rebounds and blocks, emerging as the team's second-leading scorer behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 20 points. This outing was a good bounce-back from an eight-point performance in his previous game and marked his third double-double in his last four matchups.

Sengun Continues Strong Play with 14 Pts, 13 Reb, 5 Ast Double-Double

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Alperen Sengun registered his second straight double-double for the Houston Rockets on Thursday, contributing 14 points (7-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 13 rebounds, five assists, and one block in 33 minutes during the 111-91 loss to the Thunder. While not as effective offensively as usual, he secured double-digit rebounds. Sengun has been solid since returning from a three-game absence, averaging 18.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, 6.7 assists, and 1.0 blocks in his last three appearances, showcasing his all-around impact.

Brown Returns from Back Spasms, Drops 27 Points in Celtics Win

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Jaylen Brown returned to action for the Boston Celtics on Thursday after a one-game absence due to lower-back spasms, finishing with 27 points (9-24 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT) and seven rebounds over 30 minutes in the 119-114 win over Miami. While not the most efficient from the field, he and Anfernee Simons (39 points) carried the Celtics' scoring load, snapping a two-game losing skid. Brown has scored at least 25 points in six of his last seven outings since Jan. 1, averaging 29.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 2.9 threes over that span.

Jrue Holiday Returns to Starting Five Against Hawks

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Jrue Holiday is set to return to the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Hawks, moving Caleb Love to the bench. This marks his first start since recovering from a right calf strain, having come off the bench in his previous two games. The Trail Blazers are gradually easing him back, with Holiday logging 21 minutes in Tuesday's matchup and potentially approaching 25 minutes tonight.

Anthony Black Reflects on Viral Dunk During Europe Games

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Anthony Black was a notable figure during the NBA Europe Games, where he was observed reflecting on a viral dunk. His team, the Orlando Magic, journeyed across the Atlantic to participate in regular-season matchups. These international games, which also featured the Memphis Grizzlies, took place in both Berlin and London, bringing the excitement of NBA basketball to European fans and providing a unique experience for the players involved.

Jaren Jackson Explodes for 30 Points in Berlin Game Loss

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Jaren Jackson delivered a strong performance in the NBA Berlin Game, scoring 30 points (12-22 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT) along with three rebounds, one assist, two blocks, and two steals in 33 minutes during the Grizzlies' 118-111 loss to Orlando. This marks his third 30-point game in 38 appearances this season, showcasing his offensive prowess and effectiveness at the rim, including five blocks over his last two games.

Mouhamed Gueye (Ankle) Available for Thursday's Game vs. Blazers

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Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye (ankle) is available for Thursday's game in Portland. With Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) out, Gueye is expected to see increased involvement in the rotation, making him a potential deep league streaming option for defensive stats. Over his last four games, he has averaged 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 2.3 steals in 24.2 minutes per contest.

Jerami Grant Cleared to Play Thursday, Will Be on Minutes Limit

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Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) has been cleared to play Thursday against the Hawks, marking his first action since Dec. 18 after nearly a month recovering from left Achilles tendonitis. He will not start and is expected to be under a minutes restriction, likely keeping Sidy Cissoko in the starting power forward role. Prior to his absence, Grant averaged 21.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 0.8 blocks in 32.9 minutes over his last 13 games.

Landry Shamet (Shoulder) Returns to Action Thursday vs. Warriors

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New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (shoulder) will play Thursday against the Warriors, marking his first game since Nov. 22. He is expected to face minutes restrictions in his return. Fantasy managers in most leagues are advised to take a wait-and-see approach with Shamet as he eases back into action.

Caleb Martin Set to Start for Mavericks in Thursday's Game

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Dallas Mavericks forward Caleb Martin is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Jazz. He will join Jaden Hardy, Brandon Williams, Naji Marshall, and Dwight Powell in the first unit. Martin is capable of contributing across multiple categories when given significant minutes, making him a potential streaming option for fantasy managers in deep leagues.

Bilal Coulibaly (Back) Ruled Out for Friday's Game vs. Kings

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Washington Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings. He was forced to exit during the second quarter of the Wizards' recent 119-105 loss to the Clippers due to lower back tightness. While he will miss Friday's contest, there is a possibility he could return for the second leg of the Wizards' back-to-back set on Saturday against the Nuggets. Justin Champagnie is the top candidate to step into the starting lineup in Coulibaly's absence.

Khris Middleton Sits Out Friday's Game for Right Knee Management

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Washington Wizards forward Khris Middleton has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings due to right knee injury management. Middleton will receive a night off after playing in three consecutive games. His absence, coupled with Bilal Coulibaly (back) also being out, is expected to create additional opportunities for teammates Will Riley and Justin Champagnie in the Wizards' rotation.

Bobby Portis Returns to Bench Role for Thursday's Game

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Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis will shift back to a bench role for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Portis had started Tuesday's game in the absence of Myles Turner but will now return to his reserve duties. He has been effective off the bench recently, averaging 14.4 points and shooting 52.8 percent from beyond the arc over his last eight games in a reserve capacity, providing a strong scoring boost.

Cam Whitmore Diagnosed with Deep-Vein Thrombosis, Out for Season

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Washington Wizards forward Cam Whitmore has been diagnosed with deep-vein thrombosis, a condition he was diagnosed with in December, and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season. He has begun the recovery process. Whitmore concludes his season averaging 9.2 points and 2.8 rebounds per game on 46/29/74 shooting splits. The specific details of the disorder are pending, but his absence is confirmed for the rest of the season.