Injury report
Injuries
Every update from the league's injury reports, newest first: who's out, who's day-to-day, and who's back. Updated through the day on game days.
Thu, Oct 15, 2026
- ATL
Wiggins and most of Atlanta's regulars won't play in the penultimate preseason game. He finished with 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, an assist and two steals across 20 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 119-117 preseason win over the Pacers.
- MIADru SmithDay-To-Day
Smith was also able to suit up for Sunday's practice, so he appears to be trending in the right direction despite dealing with a right calf strain. More clarity on his status for Wednesday's regular-season opener should come once the team releases an injury report Tuesday evening.
- ATL
Daniels and most of Atlanta's regulars will rest during the Hawks' penultimate preseason contest. He tallied 13 points (6-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 11 rebounds, an assist and a steal across 21 minutes in Thursday's 123-116 preseason win over the Spurs but struggled with his shot against the Pacers on Saturday.
- OKC
Holmgren will miss the entire preseason due to a bruised quad. The team has yet to express any concern about the big man missing the regular-season opener Tuesday against San Antonio, but his availability should come into focus as the opener approaches.
- OKC
Williams will miss all five of Oklahoma City's preseason matchups while dealing with a heel issue. He'll be considered day-to-day leading up to Tuesday's regular-season opener Tuesday against San Antonio.
- PHI
Barlow didn't play in the preseason and is in danger of missing time in the regular season. If the 23-year-old is ultimately ruled out for Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Knicks, Jabari Walker and Justin Edwards could see increased burn.
- DAL
Coach Dusty May indicated Thursday that he anticipates Sasser returning after dealing with left adductor tightness. The guard's expected availability should give Dallas another backcourt option for its final exhibition, though it's unclear whether he'll face any minutes restrictions.
- ATL
Gueye will be re-evaluated by medical staff in 3-to-4 months, which means he'll miss all of training camp and preseason and likely the start of the 2026-27 regular season. It's a brutal blow for the fourth-year big man, given that the Hawks used the No. 23 overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft to select St. John's product Zuby Ejiofor. Gueye's absence means Ejiofor will have more opportunities in the preseason, and the rookie could establish a key role off the bench behind Onyeka Okongwu and projected backup center Jock Landale (ankle).
- ORLAnthony BlackDay-To-Day
Sweeney also added that Black looked good and was moving well in practice after sitting out the entire preseason schedule. The 22-year-old guard is set to continue ramping up in practice and can be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Hawks until Orlando provides an update on his status. If he needs to miss time, Jase Richardson and Jevon Carter would be candidates for increased burn.
- DALDereck Lively IIDay-To-Day
Lively, who is recovering from foot surgery he underwent back in December, will wind up missing all four of Dallas' preseason games. Given that there hasn't been any reporting of Lively ramping up his workload, it seems there's a real chance he won't be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season.
- BOS
Carter will miss a third consecutive contest due to an illness. The 2024 first-rounder is signed to a non-guaranteed deal and could be let go before the Celtics' regular-season opener against the Pistons on Tuesday.
- OKC
Topic continues to miss time while on the mend from a back injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Tuesday in the regular-season opener against the Spurs.
- PHIAdem BonaDay-To-Day
Bona missed the preseason due to the foot issue, but he was able to get in a full practice Sunday, so he appears to be trending in the right direction. If Bona is cleared for Tuesday's season opener, he'll play limited minutes behind Joel Embiid.
- UTAKyle FilipowskiDay-To-Day
Filipowski tweaked his back while lifting in the 2025-26 offseason, which caused painful sciatica down his leg throughout the campaign and limited his explosiveness. This offseason, he underwent surgery to fix the herniated disc in his back that was causing the pain, and he's still rehabbing. With Jusuf Nurkic (foot) slated to miss Opening Night, Filipowski's availability moving forward will be one to monitor closely.
- MIA
Larsson was initially deemed doubtful to play Thursday. He remains day-to-day while dealing with an illness.
- OKC
Mitchell is out for both ends of this back-to-back set. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Rockets.
- MIN
Freeman will miss another preseason contest due to a shoulder injury he sustained in Saturday's 125-124 win over Miami. It's unknown if he will be ready to suit up when the Timberwolves begin the regular season Wednesday versus the Heat.
- UTABlake HinsonDay-To-Day
Hinson won't play in the final exhibition before the Jazz begin the season Wednesday against the Grizzlies. The 26-year-old averaged 7.0 points and 3.0 rebounds over 14.4 minutes in two preseason appearances.
- DENSpencer JonesDay-To-Day
His level of participation is unclear, though it's encouraging to see Jones at practice. He missed the preseason with a hamstring injury and can be considered questionable for Thursday's regular-season opener against the Thunder until further notice.
- MIA
Kelley signed a deal with Miami on Thursday but has yet to see any game action. His current health status hasn't been disclosed, though the big man's Summer League stint was cut short by a right calf strain that could still be a factor. Kelley's final chance to suit up during the preseason will come Friday against the Magic.
- CLENae'Qwan TomlinDay-To-Day
Tomlin is away from the team while tending to a back injury. He carries no timetable for a return.
- CHAKon KnueppelDay-To-Day
Knueppel missed the preseason with a left hamstring injury, though it's encouraging to see him ramping up his workload ahead of the regular season. Lee wouldn't comment on the second-year wing's status for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Nets, so he can be considered highly questionable until more information comes to light.
- OKC
Sorber will end up missing the entire preseason while recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery he underwent July 1. His next chance to play will come in Tuesday's regular-season opener against San Antonio, though he isn't expected to be a part of the rotation.
- MEM
Peavy will end up missing the entirety of the preseason due to an ankle injury. His next opportunity to suit up will come in Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Jazz.
- LAC
While Sanders isn't available for the Clippers' final preseason game, the team is optimistic he will be cleared to suit up for Opening Night against the Kings. With Max Strus (foot), Bradley Beal (knee) and Brandon Ingram (Achilles) all sidelined to begin the 2026-27 campaign, Sanders might be in line for a more prominent role. The 24-year-old appeared in 68 regular-season games as a rookie in 2024-25, starting 16 of them, averaging 7.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists over 19.9 minutes per contest.
- MINRocco ZikarskyDay-To-Day
This will be Zikarsky's third consecutive game on the inactive list, and the Timberwolves have not yet disclosed exactly what he's dealing with. For now, he should be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener in Miami.
- ATL
Gilbert continues to deal with patella tendinitis. His last chance to appear this preseason is Friday against the Mavericks.
- PORChris YoungbloodDay-To-Day
Youngblood will miss his third consecutive preseason contest due to lingering left calf soreness. It's unknown if he will be available for Opening Night versus Phoenix.
- DAL
The rookie first-rounder missed the start of training camp with leg soreness, so Dallas is taking a cautious approach. Johnson could return for Friday's preseason finale against the Hawks.
- MILNate AmentDay-To-Day
Ament ended the preseason with a third straight absence due to a left ankle sprain. The rookie forward's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Wizards, though his absence likely wouldn't cause too many waves in the rotation.
- LALCameron CarrDay-To-Day
The rookie guard continues to tend to a contusion. His status is unknown for Wednesday's season opener against the Warriors.
- BKN
The rookie first-rounder will now have been sidelined for the entire preseason with a back injury, costing him valuable reps this fall. His status is up in the air for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Hornets.
- CHAKylan BoswellDay-To-Day
It doesn't sound like the two-way guard will be available for the preseason, but he's hopeful to not miss any time during the G League season. Boswell is not expected to be a significant part of the Hornets' rotation this season.
- TOR
Bittle can presumably be ruled out for the remainder of the preseason as he works his way back to full health. The big man was spotted in a walking boot in early September and remains without a clear timetable for a return to game action.
- CLEKhalifa DiopDay-To-Day
Diop is away from the team while tending to a knee injury. His next chance to rejoin Cleveland comes next Thursday for the season opener against the 76ers.
Wed, Oct 14, 2026
- SAS
Kornet has appeared in all three of the Spurs' preseason games. As a result, he will take the night off Wednesday, with his final opportunity to suit up before the start of the 2026-27 campaign coming Friday versus Sacramento.
- MIL
The star guard is receiving a rest day Wednesday. His last chance for exhibition reps arrives Friday against the Pacers.
- SAS
Johnson will get a rest day after playing in each of San Antonio's first three preseason games. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Sacramento.
- SAS
Champagnie started San Antonio's first three preseason games but will get Wednesday off for rest purposes. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Sacramento.
- DAL
Irving didn't play in Wednesday's meeting with the Pelicans but will be back on the floor for the preseason finale. The 34-year-old most recently finished with 17 points, three assists and two rebounds over 21 minutes in the 131-115 win over Houston on Sunday.
- MIL
Kuzma is joining a number of Milwaukee regulars on the sidelines for this exhibition. Friday's matchup with the Pacers is his next chance to play.
- MIL
The Bucks are giving the veteran swingman Wednesday night off. His next chance for preseason action is Friday against the Pacers.
- DAL
The big man is receiving a maintenance day Wednesday. His next chance to play comes Friday against the Hawks.
- MIL
The Bucks are set to rest a number of key players for this exhibition. Jaquez's last chance for preseason reps comes Friday against the Pacers.
- DALJett HowardDay-To-Day
Howard will miss another preseason contest due to an illness. However, he should be ready to go for Opening Night against the Rockets, barring a setback.
- DAL
Flagg is getting Wednesday night off for rest purposes. He'll look to return Friday against the Hawks in what could be a dress rehearsal for the Mavericks.
- HOU
Adams totaled two points (1-1 FG), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 14 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over the Mavericks, marking his first game action since undergoing ankle surgery in January. The veteran center is expected to be the primary backup to Alperen Sengun this season.
- MIA
The star big man is dealing with minor right groin tightness. Friday's game against the Magic is his next chance to play.
- CHA
Allen performed well in the Hornets' opening preseason game, posting 13 points in 14 minutes, but he will miss Sunday's contest with a knee injury. Sion James and Royce O'Neale could see extra action with Allen out of the lineup.
- LAC
With Beal already set to miss the start of training camp, it sounds like the veteran guard still hasn't progressed to full-contact work. His continued knee inflammation keeps his ramp-up timeline uncertain and suggests the Clippers will continue to manage his workload in camp.