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James Harden has a non-displaced fracture in his right thumb and is questionable for Wednesday's Cavs-Bucks game; after a specialist consult he plans to play, with Donovan Mitchell and Dennis Schröder likely handling more playmaking if he sits, and Harden has been averaging about 19 points and 8 assists this season since joining Cleveland.
UNC center Henri Veesaar is questionable for Saturday’s road game at Syracuse after a lower-extremity injury, with coach Hubert Davis saying he’s improving but limited in practice; he hasn’t played since the Miami game, while UNC also contends with other frontcourt injuries and absences, leaving Jarin Stevenson and Zayden High to share the workload as UNC seeks to rebound in ACC play.
UNC center Henri Veesaar remains day-to-day as he recovers from a lower-extremity issue and illness, with coach Hubert Davis saying he’s improving each day but still held out of practice and ruled out for Tuesday’s loss to NC State; the Arizona transfer is UNC’s second-leading scorer and a key contributor (16.4 ppg, 9.0 rpg, 44.8% 3PT) with 13 double-doubles this season, and the team willwait for an update Friday ahead of Saturday’s game against Syracuse.
Texas Tech star JT Toppin has a season-ending torn ACL in his right knee, MRI-confirmed after he injured himself late in the Red Raiders’ loss to Arizona State; the preseason All-America forward finished with 20 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four blocks, and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season as Texas Tech adjusts without its centerpiece.
Bianca Belair is set to undergo finger surgery to repair a knuckle injury, keeping her out since WrestleMania 41 and delaying her return as WrestleMania 42 approaches.
Luka Dončić has been ruled out for the Lakers’ game against the Warriors due to a left hamstring strain, with an MRI to assess severity. Team optimism remains that the issue isn’t major, and an All-Star break could aid recovery, though his absence adds to the Lakers’ rotation challenges in a tight Western Conference race.
Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori sprained his ankle during San Jose practice while Seattle prepared for the Super Bowl against New England; he walked off on his own, underwent evaluation and participated in a walkthrough, with coaches saying he should be ready for Sunday but that the team will be cautious. Emmanwori appeared in 14 regular-season games and has contributed in the playoffs.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel downplayed Drake Maye’s shoulder injury ahead of Super Bowl LX, saying there’s little cause for concern and that Maye is expected to participate normally; the team treated Wednesday like a typical practice day due to travel, and the first post-practice injury report is due on Thursday.
In the NFC Divisional Round, Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet and tackle Charles Cross were listed as questionable to return with knee and foot injuries, respectively, potentially impacting Seattle’s game plan against the 49ers.
Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen is dealing with three injuries as the Bills prep for a short-week playoff showdown with the Denver Broncos; Buffalo has already lost Gabe Davis and Tyrell Shavers for the season, and Allen's foot, knee and finger issues complicate Buffalo's offense, while Denver enters the week relatively healthier and aims to slow Buffalo's rushing attack.
49ers linebacker Fred Warner, out since Week 6 with an ankle injury, practiced for the second straight day and said he’s taking it day by day as the team considers a return for the wild-card game against the Seahawks; official injury designations will be released Thursday to determine his status.
Niners linebacker Fred Warner, who dislocated and broke his ankle in Week 6, says he’s taking his return day by day and could be ready for Saturday’s playoff clash with the Seahawks if progression continues, with his practice window now open and medical staff guiding a careful, science-driven approach.
Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis will miss about six weeks with ligament damage in his left hand but won’t require surgery, a timeline that could influence Dallas’ trade plans and Kyrie Irving’s return timeline as the team navigates a tough season.
Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. remains sidelined with a left foot abductor hallucis strain, having missed eight straight games, as he continues return-to-play rehabilitation with no timetable for a return announced.
The Philadelphia Flyers recalled defenseman Adam Ginning from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms and placed Jamie Drysdale on injured reserve due to an upper-body injury, with Bobby Brink and Travis Konecny also day-to-day; they are preparing to host the Tampa Bay Lightning.