NBA Player News

Marshall (illness) is off the injury report for Friday's game versus Orlando.

Following a two-game absence due to an illness, Marshall is ready to take the floor for the Mavericks on Friday. The forward has averaged 20.9 points, 5.0 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 32.6 minutes per contest in his last seven games.

Washington (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Magic.

Washington looks to be headed for his third straight absence while under the weather. Assuming he's downgraded to out before tipoff, Khris Middleton should be prepared to shoulder 20-plus minutes again Friday.

Nembhard (back/neck) is listed as out for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Nembhard will miss a second consecutive contest because of cervical and lumbar soreness. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also ruled out, Quenton Jackson may find himself back in the starting lineup.

Broome (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Broome underwent surgery in late February to address a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee, and he remains without a clear timetable for a return. The rookie second-rounder can be considered week-to-week until Philadelphia provides an update on his progress.

Walker (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Walker will miss a third straight game due to a lower-back bruise, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday in Cleveland. With the third-year forward out, Kobe Brown and Ben Sheppard are candidates for increased playing time.

Toppin (foot) is probable for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Although he's listed with right foot injury management, Toppin is expected to play Friday. Toppin has averaged 12.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 17.3 minutes per tilt over his last eight games.

Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Nesmith will miss a third straight game while dealing with a neck injury. The Vanderbilt product has been easing back into basketball activities and managed to participate in practice in a limited capacity Tuesday. Nesmith's next chance to take the court will arrive Sunday in Cleveland.

Embiid (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Embiid looks to be in line for his second consecutive absence while dealing with an illness. Adem Bona drew the start in his place Wednesday and is a candidate to do so again Friday, though the Sixers could also elect to give Andre Drummond an opportunity to start in Embiid's place.

McConnell is out for Friday's game versus the Hornets due to right hamstring soreness.

The veteran floor general's next opportunity to return arrives Sunday in Cleveland. More playing time will be available for Kam Jones, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson in the backcourt Friday.

Siakam is probable for Friday's game against the Hornets due to right knee injury management.

Siakam has made six straight appearances for the Pacers, and while he has been added to the injury report ahead of Friday's matchup, it appears he'll be suiting up in Charlotte. Expect the team to clarify his availability closer to game time.