The official NBA Injury Report for Wednesday, April 16 is here, featuring updates on Anthony Davis, Josh Giddey, Nikola Jovic, and more.
When it comes to the NBA Play-In Tournament and Playoffs, injuries are easier to track, with less surprises close to gametime, making it easier to get in your player picks.
This injury report will be updated throughout the day, so check back for the latest player news before setting your PrizePicks Lineups or tracking tonight’s action.
Today’s NBA Injury Report for April 16
IN: Josh Giddey
OUT: Lonzo Ball, Tre Jones, Jake LaRavia
QUESTIONABLE: Nikola Jovic, Kevin Love, Pelle Larsson, Brandon Williams
PROBABLE: Anthony Davis
Is Josh Giddey Playing Tonight?
Bulls SG Josh Giddey stated that he will play tonight against the Heat. He is officially listed as probably.
In three games against the Heat, Giddey is averaging a triple double in 35.7 minutes per game, with 26.0 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 10 assists. Over his last seven games, Giddey is averaging 18.7 points, 11.7 rebounds, and 9.7 assists.
Is Anthony Davis Playing Tonight?
Mavericks PF Anthony Davis is expected to play tonight vs. the Kings, as he is listed as probable with an adductor injury. Davis sat out on Sunday, April 13, but played 30 minutes in a game on April 11.
Is Nikola Jovic Playing Tonight?
Heat SF Nikola Jovic (hand) has been out of action since February 23. He could return today vs. the Bulls, as he got in a partial practice on Tuesday and was upgraded to questionable for the first time since his injury.
Jovic was a key role player for the Heat this season before his injury, averaging a career-high 25.1 minutes per game, with 10.7 points per game, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists.
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