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.
Wed, Oct 14, 2026
- CLE
Tomlin is away from the team while tending to a back injury. He carries no timetable for a return.
- CHA
Knueppel's status for Opening Night remains uncertain as he continues to work his way back from his left hamstring injury. Peterson's comments suggest the Hornets aren't ready to rule out the second-year wing, though his availability will likely become clearer as training camp progresses. He has already been ruled out for the entire preseason, to be clear.
- MIL
Jakucionis was a DNP-CD in Monday's 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota. He logged 18 minutes in the two-point win over OKC on Wednesday. However, Jakucionis will take a seat once again Sunday, with his next opportunity to play coming Wednesday versus Chicago.
- OKC
Sorber continues to nurse a knee injury Tuesday. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Rockets.
- MEM
Peavy missed a third consecutive contest due to an ankle injury. His final chance to play in the preseason will come next Friday against Charlotte.
- LAC
With Sanders having already missed the Clippers' preseason opener due to a left hip impingement, his continued limitations in practice suggest he still isn't back to full activity. The day-to-day designation keeps him in play to suit up at some point this preseason, but his availability for upcoming exhibition action remains uncertain until he resumes five-on-five work.
- ATL
Gilbert continues to deal with patella tendinitis. His last chance to appear this preseason is Friday against the Mavericks.
- BKN
Brown has yet to suit up during the preseason as he continues to work his way back from a left ankle issue. His final chance to get in an exhibition is Wednesday against the Heat.
- DAL
Johnson started at center during his Mavericks preseason debut, totaling four points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 12 minutes during Friday's 135-117 loss to the Rockets. The rookie has been dealing with a minor lower-leg injury during training camp, so the Mavericks will likely proceed with caution, but it appears he's slated for a major role right away.
- MIL
Ament will miss Sunday's preseason game due to a left ankle injury he sustained in Wednesday's game against the Thunder. His next chance to suit up comes Wednesday against the Bulls.
- CHA
Anderson will miss a second straight game due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come in Wednesday's exhibition against the Celtics.
- MIL
Burries played well in Milwaukee's preseason game Wednesday, logging 16 points, five rebounds, two steals and an assist in 21 minutes, but he will sit out of Sunday's matchup with the Hornets. His next opportunity to play comes Wednesday against the Bulls.
- LAL
Carr remains day-to-day but will miss a second straight game due to an undisclosed injury. His final chance to play again in the preseason will come Friday against Denver.
- BKN
Jefferson will be sidelined for his third straight exhibition. The rookie forward will have one more chance to return in the preseason Oct. 14 against the Heat.
- CHI
Sellers continues to deal with lower-back soreness that has limited his preseason availability. The two-way guard will look to return to action as Chicago completes its exhibition schedule, though his immediate fantasy outlook remains limited.
- CHA
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.
- CLE
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.
Tue, Oct 13, 2026
- TOR
Jemison will be held out of Tuesday's contest for undisclosed reasons. His second-to-last chance to play again this preseason will come in Thursday's rematch against New York.
- TOR
Battle has yet to suit up this preseason while dealing with a back issue, but he appears to be nearing a return. Thursday's contest should give the Raptors an opportunity to evaluate the forward before the regular season, though it's unclear whether he'll face any minutes restrictions in his first appearance.
- 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.
- NYK
Anunoby put forth a solid scoring effort, fueled by perfection at the charity stripe, while also tallying a team-high three steals in the loss. The veteran wing has scored in double figures in each of his three preseason appearances, but he'll be inactive for the second half of the back-to-back set Tuesday at Toronto. Anunoby's next chance to suit up will come Thursday, also against the Raptors.
- NYK
According to Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, Mike Brown said that he will hold out his regular starters for Tuesday's game in Toronto for rest purposes. With Bridges and the rest of the first unit unavailable, Jordan Clarkson might see a large uptick in usage.
- NYK
It's the second night of a back-to-back set in the preseason, so the Knicks will sit out their entire starting unit. Expect more minutes for Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek.
- WAS
Davis is getting the night off Monday for maintenance purposes. The star big man's next chance to play is Friday against the Pelicans.
- NYK
Per Stefan Bondy of The New York Post, Hart will sit out Tuesday's exhibition for rest, as it is the second night of a back-to-back set during the preseason. Hart's absence should open up minutes for Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson.
- GSW
The veteran center isn't making the trip to Las Vegas for this exhibition. He'll look to return for Friday's preseason finale versus Portland.
- ATL
McCollum and most of Atlanta's regulars won't play in the penultimate preseason game. He recorded 12 points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT) and five rebounds across 19 minutes in Saturday's 119-117 preseason win over the Pacers.
- NYK
Towns was solid, if unspectacular, as New York fell to 0-3 in preseason play. The standout center has played in each of the first three contests but will take a seat for the second half of the back-to-back set Tuesday at Toronto. Towns' next chance to suit up will come Thursday at home against the Raptors.
- HOU
VanVleet made his first appearance since suffering an ACL injury more than a year ago, finishing with 17 points (5-12 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 24 minutes during Friday's 135-117 preseason win over Dallas. The veteran point guard will likely be limited throughout the 2026-27 season, but he's on track to be the starting point guard on Opening Night.
- ORL
It appears to be a routine maintenance day for the veteran big man. Friday's matchup versus the Heat marks his next chance to play.
- ATL
Dort is sitting out Monday for maintenance purposes. The veteran swingman's next chance to play is Friday against Dallas.
- ATL
Okongwu is getting the night off Monday with Atlanta resting a number of starters. His next chance to play arrives Friday against Dallas.
- SAS
Vassell is joining the rest of San Antonio's usual starters on the sidelines Monday. His next chance to suit up arrives Wednesday against Phoenix.
- CHI
Okoro had his reps managed in the preseason but is expected to play Wednesday. He could see a couple of extra minutes in Dailyn Swain's (illness) expected absence.
- CLE
It sounds like Merrill is progressing well from an elbow injury. The Cavaliers are likely to release their first injury report Wednesday, and Merrill can be tentatively deemed questionable for Thursday's season opener against the Heat in the meantime.
- ATL
Johnson and most of Atlanta's regulars won't suit up for the penultimate preseason contest. He tallied 20 points (8-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 25 minutes in Saturday's 119-117 preseason win over the Pacers.
- 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.
- 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.
- SAS
The Spurs planned to rest several regulars against Utah before the preseason began, so Wembanyama's absence appears to be a routine precaution rather than an injury-related concern. San Antonio will also sit Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper and Devin Vassell, among others. Wembanyama's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Suns.
- SAS
The Spurs planned to rest several regulars for Monday's contest before the preseason began, so Castle's absence is not believed to be injury-related. Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper and Devin Vassell are also among the players sitting out. Castle's next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Suns.
- MIN
Shannon will be unavailable at Madison Square Garden after starting Saturday against the Heat. Across three preseason games, the wing is averaging 11.3 points, 3.3 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 18.5 minutes per contest.
- MIN
Freeman exited Saturday's exhibition with a shoulder injury and will now miss Monday's preseason game. His next chance to get out there will come Wednesday against the Pistons.
- UTA
Hinson is managing a left adductor injury that'll keep him sidelined Monday. The forward appeared in Utah's first two preseason games, and his next chance to suit up will come Friday against Phoenix.
- SAS
Harper is joining the rest of the Spurs' regular starters on the sidelines Monday. His next chance to play comes Wednesday against the Suns.
- SAS
Bryant exited Saturday's preseason loss to Phoenix after rolling his right ankle in the first half and did not return, so the Spurs are giving him a day to recover Monday. His next chance to play comes Wednesday against the Suns.
- MIL
Jakucionis was a DNP-CD in Monday's 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota. He logged 18 minutes in the two-point win over OKC on Wednesday. However, Jakucionis will take a seat once again Sunday, with his next opportunity to play coming Wednesday versus Chicago.
- MIN
Zikarsky will be inactive for Monday's road tilt, presumably for rest purposes. The young center's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Pistons.
- TOR
Jamarion Sharp is taking Hepburn's spot on the roster. Hepburn, previously a two-way player for Toronto, is looking to recover from a hamstring injury and find a home elsewhere this season.
- POR
Youngblood will miss his second exhibition game in as many days due to left calf soreness. His final chance to play again in the preseason will come Friday against Golden State.