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Gary Payton II - Making good progressPayton (calf) is making good progress and will be re-evaluated in one week, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

ImpactPayton suffered a torn right calf on Nov. 29 and remains without a timetable, though he is trending in the right direction. Brandin Podziemski is likely to continue playing extended minutes for the second unit in the meantime.

DECEMBER 8, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Usman Garuba - Not on injury reportGaruba (finger) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game against the Thunder.

ImpactGaruba missed the last four games due to a right finger dislocation, but it appears as though he'll suit up Friday. However, his availability shouldn't impact the Warriors' rotation.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Malcolm Brogdon - Questionable for FridayBrogdon (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against Dallas.

ImpactBrogdon exited Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to right knee soreness, and it's unclear whether he'll suit up Friday. Scoot Henderson and Anfernee Simons should see increased run if Brogdon is unavailable.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Jerami Grant - Remains out FridayGrant (concussion) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland reports.

ImpactGrant is set to miss a second straight game with concussion-related symptoms, and the fact that the Trail Blazers haven't provided a timetable for his return is a bit worrying. Jabari Walker could be in line for an increased role against Dallas, while Grant's next chance to play will come against the Clippers on Monday.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Deandre Ayton - Unlikely to play FridayAyton (knee) is doubtful for Friday's game against Dallas.

ImpactAyton was unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to a sore right knee, and he'll likely sit out once again Friday. Assuming he's sidelined, Duop Reath and Kris Murray should see increased run again.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Moses Brown - Headed to G LeagueThe Trail Blazers assigned Brown to the Rip City Remix of the G League on Thursday.

ImpactBrown hasn't played for the Trail Blazers since Nov. 21 despite being available. The 24-year-old guard should receive extended opportunities in the G League.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Chris Paul - Meager total in returnPaul registered two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and six assists in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 110-106 win over the Trail Blazers.

ImpactThe Warriors eased Paul back into action Wednesday, but he could be the antidote to what currently ails the team. Aside from Stephen Curry, the rest of the starting lineup is underperforming despite going 3-2 over the last five games. Paul has not seen double-digit scoring since his starting stint three weeks ago, and Paul's ability to move the ball is what's needed to provide a spark in the second unit.

DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE