NBA News/Injuries/etc. (12/30/10)

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Rajon Rondo - G - Celtics </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Rajon Rondo (ankle) will be a game-time decision on Friday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Boston has a rare 3pm tipoff on New Years Eve, which means we're not likely to have much forewarning if he sits again. Nate Robinson, who has been slumping lately, will get another start if Rondo isn't ready.
Dec. 30 - 4:55 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: A. Sherrod Blakely</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Kevin Garnett - F - Celtics </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Kevin Garnett's MRI came back negative, but he is expected to miss "a couple of weeks at most" with a strained muscle in his right calf.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>A two-week absence is no picnic but it's far better than what could have happened, and the injury is unrelated to his surgically-repaired knee. Glen Davis will play huge minutes in his absence, and we imagine KG will be fighting to return sooner than two weeks.
Dec. 30 - 4:29 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Paul Flannery</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Andrea Bargnani - F/C - Raptors </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Andrea Bargnani (calf) still has not joined the Raptors and appears doubtful to play vs. the Rockets on Friday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Bargnani wasn't expected to join Toronto on their current road trip, so this isn't unexpected. Just keep him sidelined until we get a positive update -- in the meantime, guys like Joey Dorsey and Ed Davis will pick up extra playing time.
Dec. 30 - 3:53 p.m. ET</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Jose Calderon - G - Raptors </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Jose Calderon (ankle), Sonny Weems (back), and Jerryd Bayless (ankle) did not practice with the Raptors on Thursday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>All three guards are questionable to play in Friday's New Years Eve matchup with the Rockets.
Dec. 30 - 3:49 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Eric Smith</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Darko Milicic - F/C - Timberwolves </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Darko Milicic didn't practice on Thursday because of a bruised hip. He is listed as day-to-day.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Even before bruising his hip, Darko's ankle still wasn't 100%. He has been effective enough this season (thanks largely to blocks) that he's worth stashing away while day-to-day.
Dec. 30 - 3:18 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Jerry Zgoda</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Brandon Roy - G/F - Trail Blazers </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Trail Blazers and Brandon Roy (knee) are considering "all options" -- including shutting him down for the season.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>"There is consensus among some of Portland’s decision-makers and Roy’s camp that having him bounce in and out of the lineup indefinitely may not be in anyone’s best interests," writes Ken Berger of CBS Sports. No decisions have been made, however, and there is still a chance that Roy's status will be determined game-by-game. Stay tuned.
Dec. 30 - 2:57 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Ken Berger</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Carlos Boozer - F - Bulls </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Carlos Boozer (personal) sat out of Thursday's practice for personal reasons, but he will play vs. the Nets on Friday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>We'll keep a close eye on his status in case anything changes, but he should remain in all fantasy lineups.
Dec. 30 - 2:50 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: CSN Bulls Insider</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Joel Przybilla - C - Trail Blazers </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Joel Przybilla (ankle) is targeting Sunday for his return.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Przybilla has missed the last five games with a sprained ankle and won't play Thursday night. The banged up Blazers could certainly use the true 7-footer.
Dec. 30 - 2:07 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Blazers on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Marcus Camby - F/C - Trail Blazers </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Marcus Camby (ankle) will play in Thursday's game against the Jazz.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Camby ends up missing just one game with his latest ailment. We'd expect anywhere from 22 to 30 minutes tonight, depending on how he can move. Joel Przybilla (ankle) is not expected back until Sunday.
Dec. 30 - 2:04 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Blazers on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Kirk Hinrich - G - Wizards </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Wizards are listing Kirk Hinrich as day-to-day with a left thigh contusion.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hinrich will be evaluated further Thursday. If he misses time, Nick Young gets a boost and John Wall will retake his starting job -- probably for good.
Dec. 30 - 1:31 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Washington Post</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Marvin Williams - F - Hawks </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Marvin Williams (back) has been ruled out of Friday's game in Oklahoma City.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Williams will stay behind as the Hawks embark on a four-game trip. He could join the team later on the trip, but that will depend on the status of his back strain. Jamal Crawford will see a bump in minutes along with Maurice Evans.
Dec. 30 - 1:27 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Chris Tomasson on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Dirk Nowitzki - F - Mavericks </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Dirk Nowitzki (knee) will not play in Thursday's game against the Spurs.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Nowitzki's right knee sprain is considered mild, but the Mavs will wisely play it safe here. Consider Dirk questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks, with Shawn Marion drawing the start tonight. Marion had 12 points and five rebounds when Dirk sat out Tuesday.
Dec. 30 - 1:12 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Jeff McDonald on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Gerald Wallace - F - Bobcats </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Gerald Wallace admitted that he did not have his usual lift at the rim Wednesday night due to his ankle sprain and bone bruise.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Wallace labored through 43 minutes, scoring nine points and grabbing 10 rebounds. He said the hardest thing for him to do with his injuries is jump, so this is an understandable line. G-Wall will get much better very quickly.
Dec. 30 - 12:56 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Charlotte Observer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Tyreke Evans - G - Kings </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Kings GM Geoff Petrie says that if Tyreke Evans elects to undergo a laser procedure, it will only cost Evans 3-4 weeks.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Evans originally said the procedure to help his plantar fasciitis would cost him 3-4 months. Perhaps he was ill-informed. A 3-4 week timetable seems very reasonable, but at this point we don't even know if Evans is going to get the procedure. He looked pretty healthy and happy while hitting that absurd game-winner on Wednesday night.
Dec. 30 - 12:13 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: cbssports.com</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Carmelo Anthony - F - Nuggets </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Carmelo Anthony (personal) is fully expected to play in Saturday's game against the Kings.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Anthony got back in the gym on Wednesday and is expected to rejoin the Nuggets on Thursday. Look for a full complement of minutes on Saturday.
Dec. 30 - 12:01 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Denver Post</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Nene Hilario - F/C - Nuggets </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Coach George Karl could not give a firm timetable on Nene Hilario's (hamstring) return.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Karl said he hoped Nene would be back for Saturday's game against the Kings. The full two days off certainly bodes well for Nene and the extremely banged up Nuggets.
Dec. 30 - 10:40 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Denver Post</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Andre Iguodala - G/F - 76ers </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Andre Iguodala admitted he is still dealing with soreness in his troublesome Achilles.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Iguodala, previously known as one of the league's ironmen, has been dealing with this tendinitis for much of the season. "I don't think we've overpracticed and I don't think his minutes have been too much. I don't know if it's wear and tear from playing this summer, but I sure hope not," said coach Doug Collins. A game in L.A. against the Lakers on Friday combined with the Sixers' recent hot streak will give Iguodala plenty of incentive to return. He's day-to-day.
Dec. 30 - 10:25 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Stephen Curry - G - Warriors </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Stephen Curry battled through flu-like symptoms in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>After the game, Curry reportedly looked completely exhausted and said he felt like throwing up. It explains the 28 minutes and constant shuffling of the lineup by coach Keith Smart.
Dec. 30 - 10:07 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Contra Costa Times</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

David West - F - Hornets </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The severity of David West's ankle sprain is unknown.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>West rolled his ankle in the first half, but the good news is that he was allowed to come back in the game. If the sprain was Grade 2 or higher, there is almost no way he could have tried to play through it. Look for West to be labeled as "day-to-day" ahead of Friday's game in Boston.
Dec. 30 - 10:03 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Associated Press</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Mehmet Okur - F/C - Jazz </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Mehmet Okur (back) will be re-evaluated prior to Thursday's game against the Blazers.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Okur's return from that Achilles tear has been rocky. He sprained an ankle and now has been dealing with this sore back. Look for the Jazz to give the Turkish Tornado some time to rest up.
Dec. 30 - 9:56 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Salt Lake Tribune</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>