Mike Passador
Mike graduated from Boston University's Dual Degree Program with a BA in Economics and a BS in Business with Concentrations in Marketing and Operations Management. He is a faithful supporter of Toronto sports and the Detroit Lions and is always ready to be let down. Tweet to him @Mike_Pandador, but if you badmouth Jose Calderon you might get blocked.
Lauri Markkanen (pelvic stress reaction) ruled out vs. DAL
Lauri Markkanen (pelvic stress reaction) has been ruled out of Monday's game.
Coby White (back soreness) good to go on Monday
Coby White (back soreness) will be available to play on Monday.
Khris Middleton (neck soreness) probable vs. Heat
Khris Middleton (neck soreness) is probable for Monday's tilt with the Heat.
Andre Drummond (left calf strain) doubtful on Monday
Andre Drummond (left calf strain) has been added to the injury report as doubtful to play on Monday.
Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart miss Monday's practice due to illness
Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart (illness) were absent from Monday's practice.
Kemba Walker (left knee) expected to play on Tuesday barring a setback
Barring any setbacks, Kemba Walker (left knee soreness) is expected to play on Tuesday.
Wendell Carter Jr. (right ankle sprain) will start on Monday
Wendell Carter Jr. (right ankle sprain) will be in the starting lineup on Monday.
Aaron Gordon (right knee inflammation) questionable for Monday
Aaron Gordon (right knee inflammation) is questionable for Monday's game against the Blazers.
Zach LaVine (left quad strain) doubtful for Monday
Zach LaVine (left quad strain) is now doubtful to play on Monday, per Jim Boylen.
Otto Porter (left foot fracture) says he'll play on Monday
Otto Porter (left foot fracture) says he'll be making his return to the lineup on Monday night.
Lauri Markkanen (pelvic stress reaction) assigned to G League for Monday's practice
Lauri Markkanen (pelvic stress reaction) has been assigned to the G League's Windy City Bulls for Monday's practice.
Clint Capela (right heel) will be re-evaluated on Wednesday, spotted doing on-court work
Clint Capela (right heel contusion, plantar fasciitis) was spotted doing some on-court work on Monday and will be re-evaluated on Wednesday.
Anfernee Simons (right ankle sprain) expects to play on Monday
Anfernee Simons (right ankle sprain) says he's leaning towards playing on Monday.
Derrick Rose (ankle) questionable to return to Sunday's game
Derrick Rose left Sunday's game with a right ankle injury and is questionable to return.
Jordan Poole (right ankle sprain) will play on Sunday
Jordan Poole (right ankle sprain) will play on Sunday.