Injuries & Player Updates

Cade Cunningham Out At Least Another Week as Pistons Manage Recovery

Cade Cunningham
April 2026

Cade Cunningham will miss at least another week as he continues recovering from a collapsed left lung, with Detroit confirming he will be re-evaluated again in seven days. The delay keeps one of the East’s best players out during the final stretch of the regular season. The Pistons said Cunningham is being monitored by doctors and performance staff as he works his way back. Detroit have already secured the Central Division and hold a four-game lead for the top seed in the East, giving them some cushion while their lead guard remains sidelined.

Dominique Wilkins Backs Tatum as Celtics Star Builds Momentum After Achilles Return

Jayson Tatum
April 2026

Jayson Tatum’s comeback has become one of the NBA’s biggest late-season storylines, with Dominique Wilkins publicly backing him as he works back toward full force. The Celtics star is already showing flashes of top form, raising belief that Boston could still peak at the right time. Tatum recently said he feels like himself again after a season-high scoring night, while Boston have won regularly since his return. Wilkins, one of the most famous successful returnees from an Achilles tear, said he is one of Tatum’s biggest supporters as the forward rebuilds rhythm and confidence.

Edwards Returns as Timberwolves Crush Mavericks and Regain Momentum

Anthony Edwards
April 2026

Anthony Edwards returned from a six-game absence and helped Minnesota hammer Dallas 124-94, giving the Timberwolves a major lift for the closing stretch. He played limited minutes, looked sharp, and said afterward that sitting out had helped him see what the team needed. Reuters reported Edwards scored 17 points in the win, while Ayo Dosunmu produced a triple-double to drive the offense. Edwards also made headlines for missing the opening tip because he was in the bathroom, then coming on shortly after and settling smoothly back into the game flow.

Tatum Says He Feels Back After Season-High Night for Celtics

Jayson Tatum
March 2026

Jayson Tatum said it would not be crazy to say he feels back after delivering 32 points in Boston’s win over Charlotte. The outing was his best since returning from an Achilles injury and included another milestone as he reached 14,000 career points. Tatum scored efficiently, hit five threes and said he felt more decisive and explosive than in his previous game. Boston improved to 9-2 since his return, while the scoring landmark underlined how quickly he has resumed elite production after a demanding rehabilitation.

Warriors Confirm Moody Surgery and Season-Ending Absence

Moses Moody
March 2026

Moses Moody has been ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a ruptured left patellar tendon. The injury ends what had been the most productive campaign of his career and removes an important rotation piece from Golden State’s plans. The Warriors said Moody’s operation was successful and that he is expected to make a full recovery, with the next update due at training camp. He had appeared in 60 games this season and posted career-best numbers in scoring and three-point shooting.

Jarrett Allen Returns to Boost Cavaliers Before Playoff Push

Jarrett Allen
March 2026

Jarrett Allen returned to Cleveland’s lineup after missing 10 games with a knee injury, giving the Cavaliers a major lift with the playoffs approaching. His comeback strengthens a team that has struggled to stay fully healthy and badly needed his rim protection and interior presence. Kenny Atkinson said Allen would likely be on a minutes restriction as Cleveland eased him back in against Miami. His return is especially important because the Cavaliers are still without other rotation pieces and have had limited time to build chemistry with their reshaped roster.

Embiid and George Return Strong as 76ers Beat Bulls

Joel Embiid, Paul George
March 2026

Joel Embiid returned from a 13-game absence with 35 points and Paul George also came back in Philadelphia’s 157-137 win over Chicago. Their immediate impact gave the 76ers a major lift as they try to improve playoff positioning in the East. Embiid had been out with a right oblique strain, while George returned after a 25-game suspension. Both produced efficiently on the night, helping Philadelphia strengthen its push out of the play-in places despite a season still shaped heavily by availability issues.

Kings Rule Westbrook Out While Murray Advances in Return Process

Russell Westbrook
March 2026

Sacramento said Russell Westbrook remains out after MRI imaging showed irritation in the joint of his right big toe, while Keegan Murray has been cleared to begin contact basketball activities as he works back from a left ankle sprain. The Kings stated that Westbrook will stay out and be monitored further, while Murray’s re-evaluation showed enough progress for the next phase of recovery. His return to contact work marks a significant step toward game availability, though no final date was announced.

Ja Morant Ruled Out for Season With Elbow Ligament Injury

Ja Morant
March 2026

Ja Morant has been ruled out for the rest of the season after the Memphis Grizzlies confirmed he suffered a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow. The injury ends another disrupted campaign for the guard, who played only 20 games this season. Memphis said Morant will receive a platelet-rich plasma injection to support healing and is expected to be ready for next season. Reuters reported he averaged 19.5 points, 8.1 assists and 3.3 rebounds this season, continuing a run of limited availability over the last three years

Stephen Curry Nears Return as Warriors Prepare Him for Full Team Practice

Stephen Curry
March 2026

Stephen Curry is moving closer to a return after the Warriors said he will begin participating in full team practices in the coming days. The guard missed a 21st straight game, but his recovery has progressed enough for the next stage of rehab. Curry has advanced from individual on-court work and will be re-evaluated again after Golden State return home, with a possible return still on the table before the regular season ends. Moses Moody is also set to resume practice after his own re-evaluation for a wrist injury.

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