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.
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.
Report: Knicks not planning to trade Marcus Morris
The Knicks have no plans to trade Marcus Morris, according to Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports.
Hassan Whiteside (illness) officially questionable vs. MIN
Hassan Whiteside (illness) is officially questionable for Thursday's game.
Romeo Langford (illness) out on Thursday
Romeo Langford (illness) will not play on Thursday.
Domantas Sabonis (sore left knee) listed questionable for Friday
Domantas Sabonis (sore left knee) is being listed as questionable for Friday's game.