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.
Nemanja Bjelica (right ankle sprain) probable for Wednesday
Nemanja Bjelica (right ankle sprain) is probable to face the Mavs on Wednesday.
Bogdan Bogdanovic (right ankle) doubtful for Wednesday
Bogdan Bogdanovic (right ankle soreness) is doubtful for Wednesday's game.
Suns to sign Tariq Owens to a two-way contract
The Suns are expected to use their last remaining two-way contract to sign Tariq Owens.
Monday’s Daily Dish: Shai, Shai, what do you say
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander goes for 20-20-10, which means he’s only 39 of those away from Wilt Chamberlain’s record.
Marvin Bagley (left foot) will play on Monday, will have minutes restriction
Marvin Bagley (left foot sprain) will return to action on Monday, though he will be playing under a minutes limit.
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) questionable for Tuesday
Kristaps Porzingis (right knee soreness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game.
Kenrich Williams (back soreness) out on Monday
Kenrich Williams (back soreness) will remain sidelined on Monday.
Rumor: Zion Williamson will make his debut on Thursday
Mitch Lawrence of Sirius XM is hearing that the Pelicans are planning for Zion Williamson (right knee surgery) to make his debut on Thursday against the Jazz.
Brandon Ingram (right knee soreness) questionable for Monday night
Brandon Ingram has been added to Monday's injury report and is questionable to play with right knee soreness.
JJ Redick (left hamstring) ruled out vs. Pistons
JJ Redick (left hamstring) will not play on Monday night.
Jrue Holiday (elbow) likely out on Monday, could return on Thursday
Jrue Holiday (left elbow tricep strain) is more likely to return on Thursday than Monday, per Alvin Gentry.
Vincent Poirier (right pinkie fracture) will play vs. Bulls
Vincent Poirier (right pinkie fracture) is good to go for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Daniel Theis (right knee soreness) ruled out
Daniel Theis (right knee soreness) will not play on Monday night.
Dennis Smith Jr. (oblique) has no timetable for a return
Dennis Smith Jr. (left oblique strain) has no timetable for a return.
Kyrie Irving (shoulder) expects to play in both legs of upcoming back-to-back
Kyrie Irving (shoulder) anticipates playing in both legs of the upcoming Tuesday-Wednesday back-to-back.