The Toronto Raptors believe RJ Barrett may be ready to play again during the club’s current road swing, potentially as early as Wednesday’s matchup in Sacramento. The forward, sidelined for 21 of the past 27 games with a knee issue and a sprained ankle, completed an intense pre-game workout Sunday without setbacks, according to SportsNet’s Michael Grange.
Center Jakob Poeltl remains a bigger question mark. The Austrian big man has logged only one brief appearance since December 15 because of a lower-back strain. He also worked out Sunday, but the session was not conducted at full speed. Toronto has reportedly gauged Poeltl’s trade value, yet the ongoing injury could hinder any deadline deal.
Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles, who has filled in at center, exited Sunday’s contest in the third quarter after Luka Doncic struck his hand. X-rays were negative, and team doctors diagnosed a bruised thumb.
Knicks list Brunson, Hart as questionable
New York guards Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart took part in the Knicks’ off-day workout Sunday, league sources told SNY. Brunson is recovering from a right-ankle sprain suffered Wednesday, while Hart is dealing with soreness in the same ankle. Both are questionable for Monday’s game against Dallas.
Sixers weigh Embiid, George availability
Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid and Paul George are each questionable for Monday’s home meeting with Indiana, per The Philadelphia Inquirer. Both stars could be held out due to left-knee injury management.
Hauser narrowly misses Celtics three-point mark
Boston wing Sam Hauser came within one make of the franchise single-game record for three-pointers Saturday, matching Marcus Smart at 11 before missing his final six attempts. “The last couple, they were on target, they were just way short,” Hauser said postgame.
Source: Hoops Rumors
