The NBA injury report and update list has Kevin Durant, Derrick Rose, Ricky Rubio, Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson, Bradley Beal, Myles Turner, Jabari Parker and Michael Carter-Williams banged up or coming back from injuries heading into the middle of November. Rose just injured his ankle and the injury is not considered serious, while Durant is expected to return soon from his hamstring injury.
Durant has been dealing with a hamstring injury and that was expected to keep him out for a week to 10 days for the Thunder. Durant said that his hamstring is starting to feel better and ESPN reports that Durant likely will be out for the next two games. Durant is going to be re-evaluated this week and he could return for the Thunder soon.
Durant missed most of the season last year with a foot injury, but his hamstring issue is not considered to be serious and the team wants to be cautious about bringing Durant back too soon. UPDATE: Chris Paul and J.J. Redick are doubtful to play against the Warriors for the Clippers.
Derrick Rose injured his left ankle on Monday night for the Bulls and the point guard said that his injury is not a serious one. According to ESPN Chicago, Rose could be in doubt for Wednesday and if he is out, Aaron Brooks likely will start for the Bulls. Rose said he'll "be all right" with the injury but he could be limited for a bit for the Bulls. Rose has played in nine games this season and is averaging 12 points and six assists per game.
Ricky Rubio has been dealing with a hamstring injury and he has missed time for the Timberwolves over the past week. According to the AP, Rubio is questionable to play against the Miami Heat on Tuesday after missing the past four games. Rubio was able to practice with the team on Monday and he was previously listed as probable for the past two games. Rubio has averaged 13 points and nine assists per game in six games for the wolves this season.
Anthony Davis was able to return after dealing with a hip injury and he is likely playing against the Nuggets on Tuesday. Davis played on Sunday against the Knicks and had a strong game in his return, going for 36 points, 11 rebounds, four blocks, one assist, one steal and four turnovers in the loss for the Pelicans. Davis is having a strong start to the season while averaging 25 points and nine rebounds in eight games.
Klay Thompson is dealing with a back injury for the Golden State Warriors and he is listed as probable for the game against the Raptors on Tuesday, according to CBS Sports. Thompson missed the game on Saturday for the Warriors and heading into Tuesday there is a chance he could suit up for Golden State. Thompson is averaging 15 points and 4.3 rebounds per game this season.
Quick hits: Myles Turner will be out with thumb surgery and he could miss six weeks for the Pacers. Jabari Parker is dealing with a right foot sprain and he could miss a few games for the Bucks. Bradley Beal missed practice for the Wizards while dealing with a shoulder injury and his status is up in the air for Tuesday.
