Each day, this column will provide live updates for all NBA news. Enjoy up-to-the-minute alerts for injuries and lineup confirmations. The Key News to Watch section will highlight notable injuries to monitor for the current NBA slate.
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LeBron James (foot) — In
Anthony Davis (back) — In
Reggie Jackson (groin) — In
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Confirmed Lineup: Jrue Holiday, Jevon Carter, Grayson Allen, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brook Lopez
Khris Middleton (wrist) — Injured
Pat Connaughton (calf) — Injured
Joe Ingles (ACL) — Injured
The Bucks are opting to start Jevon Carter in a low-usage role at shooting guard with Wesley Matthews and Jordan Nwora as top reserves. Jrue Holiday had a +4.8% usage differential without Khris Middleton last season while Giannis only saw a +0.8 increase.
Confirmed Lineup: James Harden, Tyrese Maxey, Tobias Harris, PJ Tucker, Joel Embiid
Confirmed Lineup: Reggie Jackson, Norman Powell, Paul George, Marcus Morris, Ivica Zubac
Reggie Jackson (groin) — In
Kawhi Leonard is playing off of the bench and should still close halves. It isn't clear what a potential minute restriction would limit him to on Thursday.
Confirmed Lineup: Russell Westbrook, Patrick Beverley, Lonnie Walker, LeBron James, Anthony Davis
LeBron James (foot) — In
Anthony Davis (back) — In
Dennis Schroder (thumb) — Injured
Troy Brown Jr. (back) — Injured
On injury report before playing:
LeBron: 2-for-2 AD: 2-for-2