The New York Knicks changed their lineup before losing to the Boston Celtics on Friday night.
Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau inserted Donte DiVincenzo into the starting lineup, replacing a struggling Quentin Grimes at shooting guard. Thibodeau may have to reconfigure his lineup after point guard Jalen Brunson suffered an ankle injury in the final seconds of Friday’s game.NBA Rumors: Injury updates on Jalen Brunson, Kyrie Irving, Evan Mobley, Joel Embiid, and moreWith 21 seconds left in what was ultimately a 10-point loss to the Knicks (133-123), Brunson significantly twisted his ankle on a bizarre play, while Celtics guard Derrick White shot a free throw with just 21 seconds left. . clock.After White made the free throw, while his replacement waited on the sideline to check in, Brunson accidentally stepped on Celtics guard Payton Pritchard’s foot and dramatically twisted his ankle before staggering toward the sideline . With 21 seconds remaining in what ultimately resulted in a 10-point loss for the Knicks (133-123), Brunson twisted his ankle significantly on an unusual play, while Celtics guard Derrick White shot a free throw with just 21 seconds remaining. .After White made the free throw and his replacement waited on the sideline to check in, Brunson accidentally stepped on Celtics guard Payton Pritchard’s foot and significantly twisted his ankle before limping down the line button. It is not yet known whether Brunson will be out due to injury. The Knicks (12-9), after two straight losses, are off until Monday when they host the Toronto Raptors. So there’s plenty of time to determine Brunson’s status, although it’s reasonable to assume he’ll be listed as at least questionable for the game. Brunson’s ankle did not appear to cause him any problems during Villanova’s game against UCLA on Saturday night.If Brunson misses time, you can expect Immanuel Quickley to step in to replace him in the lineup. In 21 games as a starter a year ago, Quickley increased his production to 22.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.1 assists, posting a slash line of .469/.401/.846. Kyrie Irving suffers foot injuryDallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving suffered a foot injury on Friday. Irving exited in the second quarter of Friday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers after teammate Dwight Powell fell hard on Irving’s right foot. The injury occurred after Irving was fouled on a drive to the basket with 3:51 left in the half. As Irving fell to the ground, Powell lunged at the loose ball, fell backwards awkwardly and landed on Irving’s foot.Irving lay on the ground in obvious pain for several minutes as his worried teammates gathered around him. He managed to get up and make two free throws, but then left the game and went to the locker room.According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, Irving only suffered a bruised foot. However, his status for Monday’s game against the Grizzlies has not yet been determined.The Mavs consider themselves fortunate that Kyrie Irving suffered “only a bruise” from Dwight Powell’s fall on Irving’s right foot, a source told ESPN. Irving has suffered from foot pain all season. His status for Monday’s game at Memphis has not yet been determined.— Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) December 9, 2023The Mavericks are currently in Memphis awaiting their game on Monday. However, Marc Stein reports that Irving has not traveled with the team and is expected to miss at least one game.Kyrie Irving, I was told, did not travel to Memphis with the Mavericks today as he is recovering from a right foot injury suffered last night in Portland.Irving’s official status has yet to be announced, but he is expected to miss at least Monday’s trip to the Grizzlies. https://t.co/WQByYghzRX— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) December 9, 2023Joel Embiid downplays injury fearsPhiladelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid fell awkwardly and then clutched his knee in apparent pain in Friday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. But the big man stayed in the game and the Sixers won the game. Embiid, who was noticeably limping, made a huge block on the Hawks’ Dejounte Murray and landed big shots down the stretch to secure the 125-114 victory for the 76ers. Embiid recorded his sixth consecutive double-double and 14th overall as he finished with 38 points on 12-of-24 shooting from the field and 14 caroms.After the game, Embiid downplayed the severity of the injury.”I’m not sure. ‘I need to see the piece, but I just messed it up.’ So we’ll talk about it and see how it feels. I should be fine.”Embiid was due to be re-evaluated today.Nassir Little could suffer a concussionPhoenix Suns reserve forward Nassir Little fell badly in the first quarter of Friday’s game against Sacramento and appeared to feel dizzy after the incident, according to Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic.Nassir Little (concussion protocol) will be out for the remainder of the game while he is evaluated.I had a bad fall with JaVale McGee in the first quarter. I got up in a daze. #Suns #Kings— Duane Rankin (@DuaneRankin) December 9, 2023Little was then ruled out of the remainder of the competition because he was diagnosed with a concussion. The 23-year-old could miss games if he suffers a concussion. The Suns (12-10) have lost two in a row and four of five. The next game against Golden State is Tuesday at home. Alex Caruso and Anthony EdwardsThe Chicago Bulls (9-14) are on a four-game winning streak following a 121-112 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. Without Zach LaVine for the next month, the Bulls could lose Alex Caruso for a few games.Caruso left Friday’s game early in the fourth quarter after accidentally stepping on Coby White’s foot. According to K.C. Johnson knocked Caruso to the ground in disgust after he landed and had to be helped to the locker room by training staff. Johnson added that it is a new injury for the 29-year-old, who has missed three games with a strained left toe. Meanwhile, Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Anthony Edwards’ return may be short-lived. Edwards, who missed some games a week and a half ago because of a hip problem, struggled in his return Wednesday because he favored his hip. The 22-year-old winger then left Friday’s game three minutes after the Wolves’ big win over Memphis.Edwards and Caruso were scheduled to be evaluated today to determine their status.Other curiositiesThe Indiana Pacers will be without reserve guard Andrew Nembhard when they face the Los Angeles Lakers in the championship game of the In-Season Tournament. According to Pacers coach Rick Carlisle, Nembhard (bruised bone) will be out for at least a week.Andrew Nembhard (bone bruise) will be out for at least a week and then re-evaluated. https://t.co/R1r5lzOVAS pic.twitter.com/QRvddRzkCg— Scott Agness (@ScottAgness) December 10, 2023Cleveland Cavaliers starting forward Evan Mobley missed his first game of the season Friday, a 12-point Cavs win over the Heat. According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Mobley, who did not participate in Friday’s shootout, could miss several games depending on how the 6-11 big man’s left knee responds to treatment. The Cavs’ next game is Monday in Orlando. If Mobley were to sit again, Dean Wade would likely start in his place. Toronto Raptors forward Otto Porter Jr left Friday’s game with a left foot contusion. It’s the same foot that caused Porter to miss much of last season after undergoing surgery. However, according to Sportsnet.ca’s Blake Murphy, the x-rays came back negative. So we’ll see if Porter has to slip up at any point.Porter took x-rays and they were negative. — Blake Murphy (@BlakeMurphyODC) December 9, 2023Toronto (9-13) is still at the Raptors until Monday
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