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    Jimmy Butler Torn ACL Ends Season as Kerr Plans Rotation Experiments and Leans on Depth

    Jimmy Butler
    January 2026

    Butler suffered a season-ending right ACL tear and will need surgery, forcing the Warriors to adjust rotations while trying to maintain momentum from a strong stretch of form. He landed awkwardly after contact, MRI confirmed the tear, and Kerr said the group will adapt by testing lineups, potentially reintroducing Kuminga, and leaning more on Horford, Melton, and developing bench pieces to cover Butler’s two-way impact.

    Josh Giddey Near Return After Hamstring Layoff as Bulls Manage Rotation

    Josh Giddey
    January 2026

    Donovan said Giddey is close to returning after three weeks out with a left hamstring strain, with a potential comeback at Minnesota on Thursday. Donovan said there were no setbacks and medical clearance is the remaining step. Giddey has been producing near All-Star numbers with seven triple-doubles, while Patrick Williams is day-to-day with an ankle sprain.

    Jimmy Butler MRI Confirms ACL Tear, Season in Doubt

    Jimmy Butler
    January 2026

    Butler suffered a right knee injury against Miami and an MRI reportedly confirmed an ACL tear, putting the rest of his season in jeopardy. He landed awkwardly after contact in the paint, could not put weight on the leg and needed help off the court; Kerr said the team was subdued awaiting results, while reports later indicated the imaging confirmed the ligament injury.

    Flagg Returns at MSG as Brunson and Hart Also Back for Knicks

    Cooper Flagg
    January 2026

    Flagg returned from a two-game ankle absence for his first pro game at Madison Square Garden, while Brunson and Hart also returned for a Knicks side hit by injuries. Flagg was cleared after workouts following a left ankle sprain; Brunson came back from a right ankle sprain and Hart returned after soreness management, with the Knicks staff noting they have rarely had their preferred group available together.

    Thunder Lose Jalen Williams for Weeks With Hamstring Strain

    Jalen Williams
    January 2026

    Williams has a right hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in about two weeks, a major absence for the defending champions leading the league. He left with apparent hamstring discomfort after being initially listed with thigh soreness; with his two-way impact and earlier wrist recovery, Oklahoma City may lean more on Mitchell and rotation depth until he is cleared.

    Garland Out at Least One Week With Grade 1 Toe Sprain

    Darius Garland
    January 2026

    Garland will miss at least a week after imaging confirmed a Grade 1 sprain of his right great toe, with reevaluation planned in seven to 10 days. Garland was hurt in a win at Philadelphia and already has a history of toe issues, including offseason surgery on the left great toe; Cleveland said treatment is ongoing as he continues a season with multiple injury interruptions.

    Franz Wagner Says Berlin Return Was Special, Now Focused on London Game

    Franz Wagner
    January 2026

    Wagner described relief after returning from a high ankle sprain to play in Berlin, saying the moment mattered and he feels good heading into the London matchup. He accelerated his rehab target around the Germany game, acknowledged rust is normal after injury, and credited the difficulty of replicating NBA speed during rehab as he settles back into form.

    Morant Could Return in London as Grizzlies Dismiss Trade Noise

    Ja Morant
    January 2026

    Iisalo said there is a good chance Morant plays against Orlando in London after practicing fully, while the team downplayed ongoing trade speculation and focused on results. Morant’s availability hinges on how his calf responds overnight, with Memphis aiming to stabilise after poor form; Orlando came in boosted by Franz Wagner’s return from a high ankle sprain and the lift of playing in Europe.

    Giannis and Wembanyama Talk Longevity After Scare as Spurs Rout Bucks

    Giannis Antetokounmpo
    January 2026

    Antetokounmpo praised Wembanyama as the league’s future but stressed health, after Wembanyama briefly left following a knee-to-knee collision and ongoing concerns about how often he hits the floor. The focus is injury prevention and adapting style under physical targeting, with Wembanyama describing the mental shift from protecting to accepting contact, while Giannis explained how experience and strength helped him stay efficient and upright over time.

    Knicks Rule Jalen Brunson Out vs Warriors With Right Ankle Sprain

    Jalen Brunson
    January 2026

    Brunson will miss the Warriors game and is listed day-to-day with a right ankle sprain after getting hurt against Sacramento. He went down while dribbling in the first quarter, left to the locker room, and did not return. The Knicks will monitor recovery given prior ankle issues this season.

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