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Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle) is off the injury report and will be available for Sunday's game against the Heat. He returns after missing Friday's 117-116 win over the Grizzlies due to the ankle injury. His return provides a significant offensive boost for the Thunder, as the reigning MVP has been averaging 30.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game since the beginning of January.
Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart (illness) has been officially ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers, marking his first missed game since November 12. Stewart was a late addition to the injury report after waking up unwell. His absence, alongside Tobias Harris (hip) and Jalen Duren (ankle), will open up significant frontcourt minutes for Paul Reed, Ronald Holland, Javonte Green, Isaac Jones, and Tolu Smith. Stewart's next chance to play will be Thursday against the Suns.
Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (right wrist contusion) has been officially ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers. He missed Saturday morning's shootaround and will now miss his second consecutive game due to the injury, having also sat out Wednesday's win over the Bulls. Jaden Ivey is expected to continue starting at point guard in Cunningham's absence. His next opportunity to return to action will be Thursday against the Suns.
Grizzlies big man Zach Edey (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets. He has not played since December 7, and his return timeline remains unclear. Edey, who is averaging 13.6 points and 11.1 rebounds per game this season, is considered doubtful for the Grizzlies' next game against the Magic on Thursday and is expected to be re-evaluated soon.
Grizzlies star Ja Morant (right calf contusion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets, marking his fifth consecutive missed contest. His next opportunity to play will be Thursday against the Magic, with Cam Spencer expected to start in his place. Meanwhile, Morant is also a subject of active trade speculation as the NBA's February 5th deadline approaches, with reports indicating ongoing trade offer exchanges throughout the league.
Porter (hip) is probable for Sunday's game against the Nuggets, dealing with a right hip contusion. The 25-year-old point guard is expected to suit up despite the new issue. He has been performing well recently, averaging 18.0 points, 8.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.3 steals across 38.8 minutes per game over his last four outings, including two double-doubles.
Jaquez (illness) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Pacers, per Ira Winderman. He was a late addition to the injury report but will return after a two-game absence. The young forward has been performing strongly, averaging 17.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game over his last 10 appearances.
Grant (Achilles) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks. He has been sidelined since December 18 due to a nagging Achilles injury, with no clear return date established. Caleb Love is expected to continue seeing increased minutes in his absence. Grant will aim to be ready for Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors.
Holiday (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks. He has been out since November 14 due to a right calf strain but is now trending in the right direction. If cleared, he might operate under a minutes restriction, which would reduce playing time for Caleb Love and Rayan Rupert.
Porter (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, sitting out the front end of the Nets' back-to-back set. He is expected to be available for Monday's road game against the Mavericks. Danny Wolf and Cam Thomas are the primary candidates to step into the starting lineup due to Porter's absence, alongside Drake Powell (knee) and Ziaire Williams (illness).
Embiid is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors due to left knee injury management. Given the back-to-back games against Toronto on Sunday and Monday, he will likely sit out one of them. If Embiid is sidelined, Andre Drummond is the top candidate to start at center. Embiid has averaged 27.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.2 blocks over 33.7 minutes in his last six games.
Hart (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers. He has been out since December 25 due to a sprained right ankle, but his upgrade indicates he's trending in the right direction. His potential return would likely lead to fewer minutes for Miles McBride and Jordan Clarkson, who have seen increased playing time in his absence.
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 76ers, per Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca. Barnes missed Friday's loss to the Celtics but could return Sunday. He's been having a strong year, averaging 19.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 1.8 combined steals-plus-blocks in 38 starts. If he remains sidelined, Collin Murray-Boyles and Jamison Battle are expected to see increased minutes at power forward.
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 76ers, according to Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca. While trending positively, he's not yet ready to return. Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Murray-Boyles are expected to continue handling center minutes against Joel Embiid. Poeltl's next opportunity to return to action will be Monday against Philadelphia in the second game of a back-to-back set.
Toronto Raptors guard Brandon Ingram (thumb) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 76ers, per Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca. Ingram missed Friday's loss to the Celtics, with his status for Sunday's 6 p.m. ET tipoff to be decided closer to game time. His absence would significantly impact the shorthanded Raptors offense, which is already without Jakob Poeltl and RJ Barrett. Since December, Ingram has averaged 22.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game.
Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 76ers, according to Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca. Barrett sustained a left ankle injury during Friday's loss to the Celtics and has not recovered in time for the first leg of this back-to-back set. His absence, alongside Jakob Poeltl's and the questionable statuses of Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes, leaves the Raptors extremely shorthanded. Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji, and Ja'Kobe Walter are expected to see increased minutes.
Anthony Edwards played Saturday against the Cavaliers, scoring 25 points (10-24 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT) with five rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in 35 minutes despite a right foot injury. He was cleared to play earlier in the day but a rest day Sunday against the Spurs remains possible. Edwards has now posted 25 points and four three-pointers in back-to-back games, extending his streak of 24+ points to 13 games. Over his last 13 outings, he's averaged 30.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 3.5 threes, 1.6 steals, and 0.9 blocks.
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers to a 146-134 victory over the Timberwolves on Saturday, contributing 28 points (9-21 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight assists, three rebounds, and one steal in 31 minutes. He was Saturday's leading scorer and co-led the team in assists, marking his second consecutive game with eight dimes. Through four January outings, Mitchell has averaged 30.3 points, 6.0 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 threes, and 1.5 steals over 34.1 minutes per game.
Jalen Suggs (bruised right knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, marking his fifth consecutive absence. The 24-year-old guard has been immediately ruled out for three straight games, indicating his return is not imminent. His next opportunity to play will be Thursday against New Orleans.
Orlando Magic big man Moritz Wagner will make his 2025-26 regular-season debut Sunday against the Pelicans, returning from an ACL tear in his left knee suffered in December 2024. Shams Charania of ESPN reports his return. Wagner was enjoying a career-best start before the injury. He is expected to operate under a minutes restriction as he works back into NBA-level shape, which could impact Goga Bitadze's playing time.
