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.
Bruno Fernando (personal) has no timeline for return
There is no timeline for Bruno Fernando (personal) to return to the team.
Kemba Walker (left hand) heads to locker room
Kemba Walker went to the locker room in the second quarter of Thursday's game with an apparent left hand injury.
Paul George (left hamstring) ruled out for Friday
Paul George (left hamstring) will not play on Friday against the Warriors.
Eric Gordon (right knee) a no-go vs. OKC
Eric Gordon (right knee soreness) will warm up on Thursday but is considered out for the game against the Thunder.
Danilo Gallinari (right calf contusion) cleared to play vs. Rockets
Danilo Gallinari (right calf contusion) will play in Thursday's matchup with the Rockets.
Shams: Magic have applied for two Disabled Player Exceptions
Shams Charania is reporting that the Magic have applied for two Disabled Player Exceptions, which points to season-ending injuries for Jonathan Isaac and Al-Farouq Aminu.
Marvin Bagley (left foot sprain) returns to full practice on Thursday
Marvin Bagley (left foot sprain) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Richaun Holmes (right shoulder strain) sits out Thursday's practice
Richaun Holmes (right shoulder strain) did not participate in Thursday's practice.
Avery Bradley (illness) questionable vs. Mavs
Avery Bradley (illness) is questionable to play on Friday after leaving Thursday's practice.
LeBron James (illness) probable for Friday
LeBron James (illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Mavs.
Draymond Green (ankle) questionable for Friday
Draymond Green (ankle) sat out Thursday's practice and is questionable to play on Friday.
D'Angelo Russell (right shoulder) questionable for Friday
D'Angelo Russell (right shoulder contusion) is questionable for Friday's game after going through Thursday's practice.
Report: Wendell Carter Jr. (right ankle sprain) likely to miss multiple weeks
Shams Charania is reporting that an MRI revealed Wendell Carter Jr's injury to be a high right ankle sprain that will cost him multiple weeks.
Danilo Gallinari (right calf contusion) upgraded to questionable on Thursday
Danilo Gallinari (right calf contusion) has been upgraded to questionable for Thursday's game.
Davis Bertans (quad strain) will return to the lineup on Friday
The Wizards will have Davis Bertans ( right quad strain) available on Friday, his first game since December 21.