LeBron James is ruled out of tonight’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to left foot soreness. He has been managing the injury all season. Marcus Smart will also miss the game with a right ankle contusion.
Stephen Curry returned after a 27-game absence caused by a runner’s knee. In 26 minutes off the bench against the Houston Rockets, Curry scored 29 points. His presence revived hope for the Warriors, who went 9-18 without him.
The Calgary Flames have lost Kevin Bahl to a lower-body injury. Bahl was forced out of Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Stars. The injury occurred in the first period.
Kevin Durant has returned to Phoenix with the Houston Rockets, marking his first appearance in the Valley since being traded last June. Durant stated he felt ‘booted out of the building and scapegoated’ after the trade. He also downplayed any sentimentality regarding his return to Phoenix.
The projected lineups for the Predators and Ducks have been released ahead of their game. Several players are sidelined with injuries, including Nicolas Hague for the Predators and Jansen Harkins for the Ducks. Pavel Mintyukov will return for the Ducks after recovering from a lower-body injury.
Jordan Walker, a prospect who generated significant enthusiasm in 2023, made the opening day roster but was later sent to the minors. After a few unproductive seasons, Walker is now showing signs of promise. Enthusiasm for drafting him had waned, but that might be changing.
The Golden State Warriors are set to host the Sacramento Kings in a Western Conference matchup. Both teams are dealing with several injuries to key players. Stephen Curry is listed as probable, while Kristaps Porzingis is questionable for the Warriors.
Zion Williamson is not expected to play on Tuesday. Saddiq Bey is also unlikely to feature. Derrik Queen may see heavy minutes on Tuesday evening.
The Hornets have provided an update on Grant Williams’ injury status. He has been upgraded to available for Sunday’s game against Minnesota, following right knee injury management. Moussa Diabate’s status has also been updated.
The Charlotte Hornets and Boston Celtics face off in a clash between two of the league’s most explosive offences. The Celtics rank 2nd in offensive rating, while the Hornets sit 4th. Kevin Durant makes his first trip back to Phoenix since being traded to the Rockets.
