NBA Player News

Hachimura (illness) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Warriors, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

It looks like Hachimura will miss a second consecutive game while battling through an illness. Jake LaRavia and Luke Kennard would be in line for more minutes off the bench if Hachimura is indeed ruled out.

Williams will start against the Grizzlies on Friday.

With the Mavericks shorthanded in the second leg of this back-to-back set, Williams will get the starting nod for the second time this month. As a starter this season (12 games), the 26-year-old guard has averaged 14.5 points, 5.4 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 26.8 minutes per contest.

Pippen is in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the Mavericks on Friday.

With Ty Jerome (thigh) sidelined, Pippen will make his second start in three games, joining Javon Small, Jaylen Wells, GG Jackson and Olivier-Maxence Prosper in the first unit. Pippen's last start was in a 123-114 loss to the Kings on Monday, when he posted six points, eight assists, two rebounds, five steals and seven turnovers over 22 minutes.

Gibson (recently signed) will not play in Friday's game against the Mavericks.

Gibson signed a contract with Memphis on Thursday but will have to wait to make his Grizzlies debut. The 40-year-old center's next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday against the Pacers.

Jerome (thigh) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Dallas.

Jerome was initially tagged as doubtful due to a left thigh contusion, so it's no surprise to see him ruled out for Friday's contest. Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton and Javon Small are all slated for more minutes and larger roles in Jerome's absence. His next chance to suit up is Sunday against Indiana.

Missi (calf) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Missi is in danger of missing a sixth straight game due to a left calf strain. If the second-year big man is ultimately ruled out, Karlo Matkovic and DeAndre Jordan would be candidates for increased playing time.

George (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pelicans.

George has missed Utah's last six outings due to a right ankle sprain he sustained in a Feb. 7 loss to Orlando. However, he has now drawn a questionable tag ahead of three consecutive contests and appears to be nearing a return to game action. If he remains sidelined Saturday, Isaiah Collier should continue to start.

Murray (reconditioning) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Murray made his 2025-26 regular-season debut against the Warriors on Tuesday after missing the first 58 games while recovering from a torn Achilles. He'll be sidelined for the first leg of the Pelicans' back-to-back set but has a good chance at being available for Sunday's contest against the Clippers. Bryce McGowens, Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen figure to be the top candidates to enter New Orleans' starting lineup in Murray's absence.

Murphy (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Murphy will miss a fifth consecutive contest due to a right shoulder contusion and is without a clear timetable for a return. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Clippers. With the 25-year-old swingman sidelined, Bryce McGowens and Jordan Poole are candidates for increased playing time.

Thompson (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Thompson will get the night off in the second leg of this back-to-back set, and his next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Thunder. With the veteran forward being joined by Cooper Flagg (foot), P.J. Washington (ankle) and Caleb Martin (back) on the sidelines, Khris Middleton, Max Christie, AJ Johnson and Brandon Williams are candidates for increased playing time.