Basketball Wiretap

Mitchell Robinson Exited Game 3 Early, Left Arena In Walking Boot

Apr 26, 2024 8:40 AM

Mitchell Robinson exited the New York Knicks Game 3 loss at the Philadelphia 76ers at halftime with a sprained left ankle. Robinson initially stayed in the game, but was clearly hobbled by the injury. Following the game, the Knicks center was spotted leaving the arena in a walking boot.

Robinson was injured when Sixers center Joel Embiid fell to the floor when trying to draw an offensive foul. He grabbed at Robinson while falling and pulled Robinson to the floor. The play was later ruled a Flagrant 1 foul on Embiid.

Following the game, several Knicks called the play "dirty" from Embiid. New York will update Robinson's status ahead of Game 4 on Sunday.

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Khris Middleton Questionable For Game 3 With Sprained Ankle

Apr 26, 2024 1:40 AM

Khris Middleton is questionable for Game 3 against the Indiana Pacers with a sprained right ankle.

"It's another holding-our-breath situation. Honestly, I don't know," said Doc Rivers about Middleton's status.

Middleton, who did not practice on Thursday, suffered the injury in Game 2.

The series is tied 1-1.

Rivers added that Giannis Antetokounmpo is "getting close" to returning to the Bucks lineup.

"Does that mean a day, four days? I'm not sure," added Rivers.

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Joel Embiid Treated For Bell's Palsy Since Play-In Game

Apr 25, 2024 10:59 PM

Joel Embiid has been treated for a mild case of Bell's palsy over the past week. Bell's palsy is an unexplained episode of facial muscle weakness or paralysis. 

The condition began during the Philadelphia 76ers' Play-In win last week against the Miami Heat. Embiid has been spotted wearing sunglasses inside, which is related to the condition. Embiid had wanted to keep the situation private to avoid distractions for the Sixers.

Embiid had 50 points in Philadelphia's Game 3 win over the New York Knicks.

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Doc Rivers: Giannis Antetokounmpo Getting Close, But I Don't Know What That Even Means

Apr 25, 2024 3:46 PM

The Milwaukee Bucks held practice on Thursday before flying to play at the Indiana Pacers in Game 3. The Bucks and Pacers are tied at 1-1 in the series.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remained out of full participation as he continues to deal with a calf injury.

Doc Rivers said Antetokounmpo "did a lot of floor stuff today, probably the most I've seen."

Antetokounmpo did no live practicing, but advanced beyond just walking through drills by "shooting and moving."

"He's getting close," Rivers said. "But, I don't know what that even means. I'm being honest. I saw him moving around and in my mind I said he's getting close. Does that mean a day, four days? I'm not sure."

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Tags: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks, NBA, NBA Injury

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Dean Wade Ruled Out For Remainder Of First Round

Apr 24, 2024 9:36 PM

The Cleveland Cavaliers have ruled out Dean Wade for the remainder of their first round series against the Orlando Magic with a right knee sprain.

Wade recently underwent an MRI to diagnose the extent of the injury.

In 54 games this season, Wade is averaging 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds on 39.1 percent shooting on three-pointers. 

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Grayson Allen Day-To-Day With Ankle Injury, X-Rays Negative

Apr 24, 2024 1:27 AM

Grayson Allen aggravated his sprained right ankle in Game 2 of the Phoenix Suns' 105-93 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter and did not return to the game.

X-rays on the ankle returned negative, with Frank Vogel adding that Allen was day-to-day.

Allen initially injured the ankle in Game 1.

The Suns are down 2-0 in the series. 

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Zion Williamson Says 'Realistic' Chance He Returns From Hamstring Injury During Playoffs

Apr 23, 2024 4:10 PM

Zion Williamson spoke with the media on Tuesday and said there's a "realistic" chance he returns from his hamstring injury during the playoffs.

Williamson suffered the injury in the fourth quarter of the New Orleans Pelicans loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Play-In last Tuesday.

Williamson said the extent of the injury isn't as bad as the one he suffered last year.

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Kawhi Leonard Questionable For Game 2 On Tuesday

Apr 23, 2024 1:11 AM

Kawhi Leonard is questionable for Tuesday night's Game 2 against the Dallas Mavericks.

"He's going to go through practice today and we'll see," said head coach Ty Lue on Monday.

Leonard has missed the last nine games with inflammation in his right knee.

The Clippers are up 1-0 in the series. 

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Jarred Vanderbilt Targets Game 3 Return

Apr 23, 2024 1:09 AM

Jarred Vanderbilt is looking to return to the Los Angeles Lakers lineup for Game 3 on Thursday, sources told ESPN.

Vanderbilt, who is out due to a right foot sprain, has been increasing his workout intensity over the last two weeks.

Vanderbilt and Christian Wood have not been cleared for Game 3, though the Lakers are hopeful that both will be back for Thursday.

The Lakers are down 2-0 in the series. 

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Tyrese Maxey Questionable For Game 2 With Illness

Apr 22, 2024 11:34 AM

Tyrese Maxey missed Monday's shootaround with the Philadelphia 76ers ahead of Game 2 due to an illness and is listed as questionable.

Maxey had 33 points in 44 minutes in Philadelphia's Game 1 loss.

Maxey was the only player missing from shootaround.

Joel Embiid is also questionable due to left knee injury recovery.

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Jarred Vanderbilt Remains Day-To-Day With Foot Sprain

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Christian Wood Available For Lakers For Game 3

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Kawhi Leonard Out For Game 1 Against Mavericks

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Sixers Not Considering Shutting Down Joel Embiid

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Kawhi Leonard May Not Be Available To Start Playoffs

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Terry Rozier Considered Week-To-Week With Neck Injury

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Clippers Receive $25K Fine Over Violating Injury Reporting Rules

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Alex Caruso Expects To Play In Friday's Play-In Game

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Alex Caruso Is Game-Time Decision For Friday Versus Heat

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Kawhi Leonard Dealing With Inflammation In Knee, Questionable For Game 1

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Jimmy Butler Likely Out Multiple Weeks With MCL Injury

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Damian Lillard Returns To Practice On Wednesday

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Ty Lue Unsure Of Kawhi Leonard Availability For Game 1

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Alex Caruso Has 'Significant' Left Ankle Sprain, Doubtful For Friday

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Jimmy Butler Could Be Out Indefinitely With MCL Injury

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Olivier Sarr Suffers Left Achilles Tendon Rupture

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Zion Williamson Out At Least Two Weeks With Left Hamstring Strain

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Zion Williamson Believed To Have Suffered Left Hamstring Injury

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Not Expected To Play At Start Of First Round

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Anthony Davis Says There Is 'No Doubt' He'll Play Tuesday

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