Injury Updates
Cade Cunningham and Tim Hardaway Jr. were initially ruled out due to injuries before a recent game but have since been listed as questionable. Hardaway sustained an ankle injury during a March 21 matchup against Dallas when he rolled his ankle while playing against his former team. He did not complete his first 10 minutes on the court. Shortly after, his use of a walking boot raised concerns, and he was diagnosed with a sprained ankle. Hardaway has now been ruled out for the upcoming matchup against New Orleans Pelicans.
Practice Developments
Cunningham, who completed his previous game without visible issues, was expected to be healthy for the next contest. However, a calf injury led to a late decision to scratch him from the game. Despite their injury designations, both players participated in their regular morning shootaround routines at the team’s facility, showing positive signs ahead of their potential return in play.
Team Outlook
The recent injury concerns come at a critical juncture for the team, which currently holds a competitive record in a closely contested Eastern Conference. With just a half-game separating them from a leading contender, every matchup plays a significant role in the race for crucial playoff seeds. The coming weeks are expected to be pivotal as teams jostle for positioning in a tight postseason race.