Trae Young
January 2026
Young was introduced to Wizards fans during a loss but did not play due to knee and quadriceps issues, with his return date unclear. Washington acquired him without giving up draft picks, sending CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert to Atlanta. The Wizards say the long-term rebuild continues, with Young expected to help organize and elevate their young core once healthy.
Anthony Davis
January 2026
Davis reportedly has ligament damage in his left hand after being hurt late against Utah, raising the likelihood of a longer absence. He left the bench in visible pain for further evaluation, with subsequent testing indicating ligament damage. The injury hits a struggling Mavericks team still dealing with fallout from the Luka Doncic trade and their poor record.
Anthony Edwards
January 2026
Edwards became the third-youngest player to reach 10,000 career points during Minnesota’s 131-122 win over Cleveland, joining a short list of under-25 scorers. He reached the mark in his fourth-quarter minutes after a strong all-around night. His pace ranks among the fastest for active players, and he is now one of the few Timberwolves ever to cross 10,000 points.
Rick Carlisle
January 2026
Carlisle became the 11th NBA coach to reach 1,000 wins after Indiana beat Charlotte 114-112, ending a brutal month that included a 13-game losing streak. Indiana closed the final minute with key plays including a Siakam go-ahead finish and a steal after. Carlisle credited players for grinding through injuries and setbacks, emphasising standards and adaptability across eras.
Steve Kerr
January 2026
Kerr said his 91-year-old mother was upset by his ejection after he received two technicals during a one-point loss to the Clippers. Kerr explained the scene looked worse than it was, with players holding him back. Curry backed the spark it gave the team, while Rivers joked Kerr acted badly and shared a similar story.
Trae Young
January 2026
Reports say Trae Young is heading to Washington in a major trade, with CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert moving to Atlanta as both teams reshuffle early in 2026. Young and the Wizards’ incoming players were held out as reports emerged. Atlanta officials avoided details postgame. The move follows heavy trade chatter, with Young’s contract situation and Atlanta’s record without him adding context.
Victor Wembanyama
January 2026
Victor Wembanyama returned from left knee soreness, came off the bench with a minutes restriction, and scored 30 points in 21 minutes in a narrow Spurs loss. Spurs staff said medical and coaching groups agreed he was ready, but will keep daily monitoring and careful load management. The plan is to avoid short stop-start appearances and protect longer-term availability.
LeBron James
January 2026
LeBron said every remaining back-to-back this season is uncertain, citing age and workload, even after another 30-point performance and strong fourth-quarter burst in a road win. He framed decisions as day-to-day management rather than a fixed plan, balancing elite output with recovery. The comments signal the Lakers will keep monitoring his body and likely prioritize rest when the schedule compresses.
Tyler Herro
January 2026
Tyler Herro returned from a right big-toe contusion, coming off the bench and scoring 17 points with nine rebounds and three assists in 28 minutes as Miami lost heavily to Minnesota. He was eased back in a bench role after a long layoff. The report notes he had barely played this season before the injury, making his availability and conditioning a key focus as Miami rebuilds rotations.
Keegan Murray
January 2026
The Kings announced Keegan Murray has a moderate left ankle sprain and will be reevaluated in three to four weeks. Murray suffered the injury in a loss to Milwaukee, adding to a disrupted season after an earlier thumb ligament injury, as Sacramento sit near the bottom of the West.
