NBA Player News

Fred VanVleet will not play for the Houston Rockets against the Utah Jazz on April 2, 2025, due to right ankle soreness. This is not the first time VanVleet has faced issues with his right ankle this season.

VanVleet has played 55 games this season, averaging 14.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game. With VanVleet out, Aaron Holiday is expected to start at point guard for the Rockets in their upcoming game at the Toyota Center.

Taj Gibson will miss the game against the Indiana Pacers on April 2, 2025, due to an illness. This absence adds to his record of 46 games inactive this season.

Gibson has played 30 games with the Hornets this season, averaging 3.1 points and 3.5 rebounds per game. In his absence, players like Mark Williams and Jusuf Nurkić may see changes in their roles.

Nick Smith Jr. will not play for the Charlotte Hornets against the Indiana Pacers on April 2, 2025. He is out due to a left ankle injury. This season, Smith Jr. has played 55 games and averaged 9.7 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game.

The Hornets will need to adjust their lineup without Smith Jr. KJ Simpson might see more time on the court as a result. In games Smith Jr. has not played, the Hornets are 5-14. The game will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, starting at 7:00 PM.

Sidy Cissoko will not play for the Portland Trail Blazers against the Toronto Raptors on April 3, 2025. He is out due to a left ankle sprain. Cissoko has played only three games for the Trail Blazers this season, with no points, assists, or notable stats.

The Trail Blazers will miss Cissoko's presence, though he has not been a regular contributor. In his absence, players like Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara might see more minutes. The game against the Raptors is scheduled at Scotiabank Arena. Cissoko has no current noteworthy streaks.

Dean Wade will not play for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the New York Knicks on April 2, 2025, due to an illness. Wade has played 55 games this season, averaging 5.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.

This season, Wade has missed 20 games. In his absence, Evan Mobley and Jaylon Tyson may see more time on the court. The Cavaliers are 15-5 in games Wade did not play.

Kyle Lowry will miss the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on April 3, 2025, due to a right hip injury. This has been a recurring issue for him throughout the season.

Lowry has played in 34 games this season and missed 42. Without him, the 76ers have a record of 9-33 and average 110.5 points per game. Players like Tyrese Maxey and Quentin Grimes may see more responsibilities in his absence.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as probable with a left foot sprain for the Bucks' game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 3, 2025. He has played 61 games this season, scoring an average of 30.1 points per game.

In games Antetokounmpo played, the Bucks have a record of 34-27. If he does not play, players like Pat Connaughton and Brook Lopez may have more significant roles in the upcoming game. Antetokounmpo has scored 18 or more points in 34 straight games.

LeBron James is listed as probable to play against the Golden State Warriors on April 3, 2025. He has been dealing with a left groin strain, an issue that has been persistent over recent weeks.

This season, LeBron has played in 63 games and has been inactive for 11. His current averages stand at 24.5 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game.

Immanuel Quickley will not play for the Toronto Raptors against the Portland Trail Blazers on April 3, 2025. He is out for rest and has missed several games this season for the same reason.

Quickley has played in 31 games this season, averaging 17.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists. His absence may affect players like Jamal Shead, who is next on the depth chart for point guard.

Jerami Grant is doubtful to play against the Toronto Raptors on April 3, 2025, due to right knee inflammation. He has missed the last two games for the Portland Trail Blazers with the same issue.

Grant has played in 47 games this season, averaging 14.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. If he does not play, Kris Murray and Jabari Walker might see more time on the court at the power forward position.