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.
Wayne Ellington (strained right ankle) questionable vs. IND
Wayne Ellington (strained right ankle) is questionable to play on Friday.
Elfrid Payton (sore right ankle) questionable for Friday vs. Pacers
Elfrid Payton (sore right ankle) is questionable ahead of Friday's matchup with the Pacers.
Ben Simmons (back) questionable for Thursday
Ben Simmons (back tightness) will be a game-time decision on Thursday.
Marc Gasol (hamstring) will not play on Friday
Marc Gasol (left hamstring tightness) will be held out of Friday's game and possibly beyond as the Raptors exercise caution.
Kevin Huerter (allergic reaction) probable for Thursday
Kevin Huerter (allergic reaction) is probable for Thursday's game.
Meyers Leonard (left ankle sprain) has no timetable
Meyers Leonard (left ankle sprain) has no timetable for a return to the court.
Tyler Herro (right ankle) has no timetable for return
The Heat announced that Tyler Herro (right ankle soreness) has no timetable for a return.
Kemba Walker gets in light practice on Wednesday
Kemba Walker was limited in Wednesday's practice and Brad Stevens said that the Celtics will continue to manage his workload.
Coby White expected to pick up more starts down the stretch
Bulls beat writer K.C. Johnson is speculating that Coby White will get more starts down the stretch this season.
Rumor: Bulls have 'good chance' at bringing back Kris Dunn
In a recent mailbag, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports said he believes the Bulls have a "good chance" of bringing back impending RFA Kris Dunn.
Otto Porter expected to opt-in with Bulls for next season
K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago fully expects Otto Porter to exercise his player option and return to the Bulls next season.
Report: League execs expect Giannis Antetokounmpo to re-sign with Bucks
Every executive that spoke to ESPN's Tim Bontemps believes Giannis Antetokounmpo will re-sign with the Bucks.
Kevin Durant (Achilles) rules out return this season
Speaking to Taylor Rooks of Bleacher Report, Kevin Durant (torn Achilles) confirmed that he will not play this season.
Alex Len (right hip flexor) will not play on Thursday
Alex Len (right hip flexor) is questionable on the injury report but Luke Walton said that the big man will not play on Thursday.
Jake Layman (toe) cleared to practice, will be re-evaluated in one week
Jake Layman (left toe sprain) has been cleared to return to practice and will be re-evaluated in one week.