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Jarred Vanderbilt

LAL Forward #2

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According to Lakers reporter Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Lakers coach JJ Redick said Jarred Vanderbilt is considered day-to-day with a dislocated right finger.

Vando dislocated the pinky finger on his right hand after smashing it on the backboard in Game 1 on Tuesday, and he left the game early. Apparently, there’s a chance he’ll be able to play through the injury. Just don’t count on him being able to hold a cup of tea with proper etiquette anytime soon.

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Source: Thuc Nhi Nguyen

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Jarred Vanderbilt

LAL Forward #2

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Jarred Vanderbilt (finger) is doubtful for Thursday’s Game 2 against the Thunder.

Vanderbilt dislocated his right pinky finger during the first half of Tuesday’s Game 1 against the Thunder, finishing with six minutes played. While the Lakers haven’t ruled Vanderbilt out yet, he’s listed as doubtful for Thursday’s Game 2. Jaxson Hayes had three points in 16 minutes off the bench in Game 1 and could see similar minutes if Vanderbilt is ruled out.
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Luke Kennard

LAL Guard #10

Luke Kennard (neck) is questionable for Thursday’s Game 2 against the Thunder.

Kennard is dealing with neck soreness and is listed as questionable for Game 2 on Thursday. With Austin Reaves returning to the starting lineup in Game 6 of the first round series against the Rockets last week, Kennard will be back in a bench role if he’s available for Game 2.

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Mitchell Robinson

NYK Center-Forward #23
Mitchell Robinson (illness) is out for Game 2 against the 76ers on Wednesday.

Robinson was added to the Knicks’ injury report Wednesday afternoon with an illness. Ariel Hukporti could see more minutes with Robinson sidelined for Game 2.
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Sam Merrill

CLE Guard #5

Sam Merrill (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday’s Game 2 against the Pistons.

Merrill is dealing with a left hamstring strain while the rest of the Cavaliers’ roster is completely healthy. The 29-year-old shooting guard had no points in seven minutes in Tuesday’s Game 1 loss to the Pistons. His absence wouldn’t be considered a major loss for the Cavaliers if he’s ultimately ruled out.

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Mitchell Robinson

NYK Center-Forward #23

Mitchell Robinson (illness) is questionable for Wednesday’s Game 2 against the 76ers.

Robinson was added to the injury report Wednesday afternoon as questionable with an illness. The 28-year-old center had two points and four rebounds in 12 minutes off the bench in Monday’s 137-98 victory in Game 1. Ariel Hukporti could see more minutes if Robinson is ruled out.

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Brandon Miller

CHA Forward #24

Brandon Miller underwent surgery to address left shoulder instability.

Miller is out indefinitely, but expected to make a full recovery. He hurt his shoulder early in the season, but managed to play 65 games while wearing a wrap on his shoulder most of the time. Miller led the Hornets with 20.2 points per game this season.

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Kevin Huerter

DET Guard-Forward #27

Kevin Huerter (adductor) is doubtful for Game 2 against the Cavaliers on Thursday.

Huerter missed Game 1, which was his fourth consecutive absence in the playoffs. Still dealing with a left adductor strain and listed as doubtful for Game 2, Huerter is unlikely to make his return on Thursday. Without Huerter, Duncan Robinson, Javonte Green and Daniss Jenkins take on additional importance because of their outside shooting.

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Source: Hunter Patterson

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Ayo Dosunmu

MIN Guard #13

Ayo Dosunmu (calf) is available for Wednesday’s Game 2 against the Spurs.

Dosunmu was unavailable for Game 6 of the first round and Game 1 of the semifinals, but he’ll be back in action following a two-game absence. The electric scorer will offer microwave offense for Minnesota as the Wolves look to build a two-game lead on the Spurs before heading back home to Target Center.

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Source: NBA Injury Report

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Joel Embiid

PHI Center-Forward #21
Joel Embiid (ankle, hip) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday’s Game 2 against the Knicks.

Embiid was given a probable tag on Tuesday with an ankle sprain, but he’s also dealing with right hip soreness, and the two injuries will keep him out for at least one contest. The 76ers got blown out by the Knicks in Game 1 with Embiid on the court, and the team will have an even more daunting task on Wednesday with the star big man on the sideline. Andre Drummond and Adem Bona will fill in at center, while Tyrese Maxey and Paul George will have to shoulder the load as scorers.
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Source: NBA Injury Report

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Rui Hachimura

LAL Forward #28

Rui Hachimura finished Tuesday’s loss to the Thunder with 18 points (7-of-13 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers.

Hachimura led the Lakers in minutes in Tuesday’s loss. He finished as a team-worst minus-21 in his 37 minutes, but was their best shot-maker on the evening, not named LeBron James. He tied a team-high in three-pointers and nearly reached the 20-point mark, as well, but didn’t make much noise beyond his scoring. He’ll want to figure out how to have more of a positive impact in Game 2.

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