

Miami Heat forward Duncan Robinson (ankle) was a late addition to the injury report on Friday, and he is listed as questionable with a right ankle sprain. The 29-year-old has been consistently in the Heat rotation all season, getting minutes ranging from 20-30 minutes regularly. Robinson has started 17 games this season and remains a key part of the team even when coming off the bench. Being added to the injury report late is never a good sign, and Caleb Martin and Josh Richardson would likely take the sharpshooter's place in the rotation off the bench if he cannot go.


Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs after leaving their game on Wednesday before returning. The 26-year-old averages just under 30 minutes per game without Mark Williams this year and would be in line for a big role in a good matchup if he can suit up. Returning to the game after getting injured bodes well for his chances to play Friday, but the team could always choose to err on the side of caution and give him a day off to rest. If Richards cannot go, JT Thor would likely see more minutes on Friday as a result.

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (back) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Spurs. The rookie second-overall pick is in danger of missing his third-straight game with a back injury. He's missed five games since November 30th, and his availability for Friday's game won't come until closer to game time. With Victor Wembanyama (rest) already ruled out, we will only have seen the top two picks battle for nine minutes this year as Miller left their matchup earlier this year with a back contusion. If he cannot go, Cody Martin will continue to see a bigger role in his place.


Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as probable for Friday and is set to make his return from his 12-game absence. Before the injury, the former number-one overall pick was averaging over 13 points and almost 11 rebounds in 31 minutes in his first season in Portland. In his absence, Duop Reath has turned some heads and could figure to have earned a more stable role in the rotation. Ayton's minutes could be slightly restricted to start, but it will be worth monitoring if he goes back to his normal role after a few games.

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (groin) is listed as doubtful on the NBA Injury Report, and he isn't expected to make his return on Friday against the Hawks. The 22-year-old rookie has missed each of the last two games with this injury and will likely miss a third. When he was healthy, the rookie became a staple in the team's rotation and was routinely seeing 30 or more minutes a night. If Jaquez cannot go, his next chance to return to action will be on Sunday in Orlando for an in-state battle with the Magic.
