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Thursday, January 15, 2026 2:50 AM
Head coach Nick Nurse said that Barlow's (back) X-Rays came back negative, but he'll get an MRI on Thursday, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.
The Scoop: Barlow went down hard on a drive to the hoop during Wednesday's loss to the Cavs and did not return, and while X-Rays came back negative, he's not out of the woods just yet. We'll have a better idea on the extent of Barlow's back injury after his MRI results are released, but for now, he should be considered doubtful for Friday's rematch with Cleveland. If Barlow needs to miss time, Andre Drummond, Kelly Oubre and Trendon Watford will help pick up the slack.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 2:02 AM
Barlow has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Cleveland due to a back contusion, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
The Scoop: Barlow took a hard fall earlier in the game and required assistance to make it back to the locker room. He's been deemed unable to return with what the 76ers are calling a back contusion. Barlow's next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with the Cavaliers. In the meantime, look for Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker to pick up the slack.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 2:00 AM
Lopez is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Wizards, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
The Scoop: Ivica Zubac is sitting out Wednesday's game with an ankle injury, which will result in Lopez drawing the spot-start. Lopez has been inconsistent as a starter this season with averages of 10.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.7 triples and 1.2 blocks per contest, but with a favorable matchup against the Wizards, he's someone to consider as a streamer.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 1:53 AM
Battle has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Indiana due to a right ankle sprain, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
The Scoop: It's unclear how exactly Battle picked up the injury, but he'll be held out the rest of the way because of it. He'll finish the game with five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three rebounds, and one assist across 20 minutes. His absence should mean more opportunities for Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji. Battle's next chance to play will come Friday against the Clippers.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 1:38 AM
Jones (ankle, illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
The Scoop: Jones was previously listed as probable and will suit up Wednesday despite managing left ankle inflammation and an illness. The young wing has started each of his past 24 appearances, averaging 8.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 27.4 minutes per contest over that stretch.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 1:36 AM
Barlow was helped back to the locker room with an apparent back injury, Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY.com reports.
The Scoop: Barlow took a hard fall after having his shot blocked by Evan Mobley and was grabbing at his back. The forward required help from two teammates to walk back to the locker room. While he's sidelined, Jabari Walker and Trendon Watford could see more playing time.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 1:14 AM
Risacher (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game in Portland.
The Scoop: This will be Risacher's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Celtics. Vit Krejci should continue to start in his absence and there will be more minutes available for Corey Kispert.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 1:14 AM
Gueye (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Portland.
The Scoop: Gueye is managing a right lateral ankle sprain that puts his availability for Thursday in question. Primarily a reserve this season, the big man has seen solid playing time recently, averaging 24.0 minutes, 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 1.8 assists over the past four games. With Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) already ruled out, Gueye's potential absence would leave Atlanta thin in the frontcourt.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:50 AM
Williams (illness) is available to play Wednesday versus the Nuggets.
The Scoop: Williams is set to return from a two-game stint on the sidelines, which may result in a DNP-CD for Jaden Hardy. Williams is averaging 11.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.2 steals per game this season.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:47 AM
Collier is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with the Bulls.
The Scoop: Cody Williams, Keyonte George, Ace Baily and Kyle Filipowski will join Collier in the first unit for Wednesday's game. In two starts this season, Collier has registered averages of 13.0 points, 6.5 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 triples and 4.5 turnovers per contest.
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