Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson has initiated non-contact, on-court basketball activities as he advances to the next phase of rehabilitation for his left hamstring and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.

Chicago Bulls say guard Josh Giddey has a left hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Bulls guard Coby White has right calf tightness and will be re-evaluated in one week. Bulls center Zach Collins has a right toe sprain and will be re-evaluated in 10 days.

The Atlanta Hawks and RayJ Dennis have agreed to a two-way deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Dennis has averaged 4.6 points and 1.9 assists in 12.3 minutes during 14 combined NBA games with the Indiana Pacers and Los Angeles Clippers this season.

Nikola Jokić will be re-evaluated in four weeks after suffering a hyperextended left knee against the Miami Heat last night, team says. Denver has dealt with several injuries this season, including Aaron Gordon, Cam Johnson, and Christian Braun. Nuggets are now missing four of their five starters.

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl will be re-evaluated in a week. Poeltl, who’s been managing ongoing back issues, is in the midst of completing a program of intensive rehabilitation and strengthening, team says.

ICYMI: Here’s what I recently reported about Giannis Antetokounmpo on Sportsnet: “I’ve spoken to plenty of GMs that would love to have Giannis and have tried to talk to Bucks GM Jon Horst about acquiring him, and quite frankly, he’s not going anywhere they’ve been telling me.”

The Los Angeles Clippers will waive two-way guard RayJ Dennis to make room for the addition of TyTy Washington on a two-way deal, league sources said.

The Los Angeles Clippers plan to sign TyTy Washington to a two-way contract, league sources told HoopsHype. Washington has averaged 17.9 points on 46.5% shooting overall and 41.1% from 3-point range, 5.9 assists, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.5 steals for the San Diego Clippers (G League).

Los Angeles Lakers say Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a grade 2 left gastrocnemius strain and will be re-evaluated in approximately four weeks.

Charlotte Hornets rookie sensation Kon Knueppel left tonight’s game against the Orlando Magic with a right ankle injury. He’s out for the rest of the game. Entering the game, Knueppel has averaged 19.4 points, including shooting 42% from 3-point range, 5.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists.

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray suffered a mild calf strain, an MRI revealed, and will be re-evaluated in one week.

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas will make his return tomorrow night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, coach Jordi Fernandez says. Thomas, who’s missed the past 20 games, has averaged 21.4 points in eight games played this season.

JUST IN: Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson had an MRI, which revealed a bone bruise and no structural damage, sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Prior to his injury yesterday, Johnson averaged 15 points on 50.6% shooting from the field and 51.8% from 3-point range in his last 16 games.

Reporting on where things stand for the Cleveland Cavaliers, including teams checking in on Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen, and even shooting their shot for Donovan Mitchell, with hosts @blakemurphy.bsky.social and @mattbonner.bsky.social on @sportsnet590thefan.bsky.social and SportsNet.

Reporting on trade talks between the Phoenix Suns and Toronto Raptors, which involved Nick Richards for Ochai Agbaji and second-round pick(s), plus how Toronto can get below the luxury tax line with @blakemurphy.bsky.social and @mattbonner.bsky.social on @sportsnet590thefan.bsky.social and SportsNet

Atlanta Hawks center N’Faly Dante will have surgery in January to repair a torn ACL in his right knee, which he suffered during the NBA G League Winter Showcase, and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Memphis Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke will be re-evaluated in three weeks after suffering a Grade 2 right calf strain in Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards.

Sacramento Kings say Domantas Sabonis will be re-evaluated in 4-5 weeks as he continues to progress through his rehabilitation for a partial meniscus tear in his left knee.

Brandon Ingram: “I told myself whoever wanted me, that I was going to be content in being there. Around the trade deadline, I heard 2 or 3 teams, and I picked the best choice where I knew I was going to get a fresh start.” More from our exclusive interview below. www.hoopshype.com/story/sports...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent has been diagnosed with lower back tightness and will be re-evaluated in approximately one week.

Story: Reporting on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Trae Young, Kristaps Porzingis, Lauri Markkanen, LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga, Trey Murphy, trade talks for the Lakers, Kings, Pacers and Raptors. Plus, exclusive Brandon Ingram and Ryan Rollins interviews. www.hoopshype.com/story/sports...

Sources: Boston Celtics G League GM Jarell Christian is joining the WNBA’s Seattle Storm as an assistant coach on Sonia Raman’s staff. Christian was a finalist for previous WNBA head coaching jobs. He was a former G League head coach twice and NBA assistant coach with the Wizards

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine suffered a moderate left ankle sprain, an MRI on his left ankle revealed. LaVine will be re-evaluated in one week.

Reporting on Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen, including which teams NBA executives have linked the most with past trade interest, why Utah wants to build with him, and what’s next this summer for their cap space and the future of Walker Kessler on YES Network.

Reporting on the futures of Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and center Kristaps Porzingis regarding when Young could return, evaluating their trade markets, and what NBA executives are saying about Young’s $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season on YES Network.

The Atlanta Hawks have waived two-way forward Jacob Toppin, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Toppin had surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season. Atlanta opens up a two-way spot in the process.

Reporting on the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo with the Milwaukee Bucks on YES Network.

Kyle Kuzma on the Bucks losing to Nets: “It’s 45 points to a team trying to lose. They got 4 or 5 wins or whatever it is now. No disrespect at all because that’s the beauty of this league, right? There’s so much talent and if you’re not ready you can get your butt whooped by any team.”

TUNE IN: I’ll join the YES Network Brooklyn Nets pregame show around 5:35 PM ET to discuss the latest trade talks around the league on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Ja Morant, Trae Young, LaMelo Ball, Darius Garland, Lauri Markkanen, and more with host Chris Shearn.

Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernández will miss tonight’s game vs. Milwaukee due to illness. Assistant Coach Steve Hetzel will coach in his place.

Sacramento Kings center Drew Eubanks will be re-evaluated in three weeks after an MRI revealed an avulsion fracture of the left thumb.

The Atlanta Hawks say Trae Young is expected to return to practice next week. Young has continued to increase his reconditioning activities. He originally suffered a right knee MCL sprain on October 29th against the Brooklyn Nets.

The Xinjiang Flying Tigers and Kevon Harris have agreed to a deal, Senior VP of @CSETalent Darrell Comer told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Harris was on a two-way deal with the Houston Rockets and averaged 19.4 points and 6.1 rebounds in the G League. Last season, he was G League Next Up Game MVP

The San Antonio Spurs will waive two-way forward Riley Minix to make room for the signing of Kyle Mangas to a two-way deal, league sources said. Minix has averaged 15.5 points on 46% from the field and 39% from 3-point range, 6.4 boards and 3.3 assists in the G League this season.

The San Antonio Spurs are signing Kyle Mangas to a two-way contract, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Mangas has averaged 18.5 points on 50% shooting from the field and 41% from 3-point range, 5.0 assists, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.5 steals for the Austin Spurs in the G League.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (left quad strain) is expected to make his return to the lineup today versus the Portland Trail Blazers for the first time since November 4th.

Update: The New York Knicks say Miles McBride (sprained left ankle) will be re-evaluated in one week.

JUST IN: The Dallas Mavericks say Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot. Lively is expected to make a full recovery and be available for the start of training camp.

Golden State Warriors and Malevy Leons have agreed to a two-way deal, agent Drew Kelso of One Motive Sports told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. He played 6 games for the OKC Thunder last season. He’s averaged 14.6 points (51% FG and 44% 3PT), 7.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.8 steals in the G League

The Toronto Raptors say RJ Barrett (right knee sprain) has been treated with a platelet-rich plasma injection, and his condition will be updated in a week.

Sources: New York Knicks guard Miles McBride had an x-ray on his left ankle, which was negative. Deuce will have an MRI tomorrow for further evaluation. McBride came into today’s game averaging career-highs in points (12) and 3-point percentage (46.2).

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner landed awkwardly and held his left knee in pain for a while. Wagner was helped to the locker room by his brother, Moe Wagner, and another Magic player.

James Harden has surpassed Carmelo Anthony for sole possession of 10th place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas had an MRI, which showed progress in the healing of his hamstring. He’s begun on-court work and will have his status updated in approximately two weeks.

LaMelo Ball left tonight’s Charlotte Hornets game against the Toronto Raptors with left ankle soreness and is out for the rest of the game.

Orlando Magic say Paolo Banchero will make his return tonight at home versus the Miami Heat after missing the last 10 games with a left groin strain. He’s averaged 21.7 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in 12 games played this season. The Magic had a 7-3 record without him.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is out for the remainder of tonight’s game with a right foot injury.

The Los Angeles Clippers will waive two-way forward Jahmyl Telfort to make room for the signing of RayJ Dennis, league sources said. With Chris Paul sent home, Clippers add Dennis for point guard depth.

The Los Angeles Clippers plan to sign RayJ Dennis to a two-way deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. Dennis averaged 4.9 points in 12.9 minutes during 13 games played for the Indiana Pacers this season.

Just In: The Golden State Warriors plan to sign guard LJ Cryer to a two-way deal, league sources told @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social.