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Josh Richardson - Deemed questionable FridayRichardson has been designated questionable for Friday's game versus the Pistons due to a right quad contusion.

ImpactRichardson logged 29 minutes in Wednesday's game versus the Knicks and played well along the way, racking up 20 points for just the fourth time this season. However, he may have also picked up a slight injury. Richardson's status will be worth monitoring ahead of the 8 PM ET opening tip Friday.

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Keita Bates-Diop - Likely to play FridayBates-Diop (illness) is probable for Friday's game against Detroit, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

ImpactBates-Diop has missed three straight contests with a non-COVID illness but is slated to suit up Friday. However, he has not received more than 10 minutes in any of his last three appearances, so fantasy managers should proceed with caution.

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Devin Vassell - Undergoing knee surgeryVassell is scheduled to undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee Jan. 11, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

ImpactVassell has had lingering soreness in his left knee that has held him out of three of his last four contests. Although there is no timeline for a return, the surgery will likely be minor. Until he returns, Romeo Langford and Malaki Branham should see expanded roles.

JANUARY 5, 2023•ROTOWIRE

RJ Barrett - Still out FridayBarrett (finger) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

ImpactBarrett's absence streak will extend to five games with a right finger laceration. Friday was one of his initial targets to return, so he should retake the court soon unless a report of a setback in his recovery surfaces. Barrett will have an extra day to heal for Monday's matchup with the Bucks.

JANUARY 5, 2023•ROTOWIRE

Breaking down Knicks chances of an All-Star appearance after fans snub Brunson, RandleThere was the perfunctory appearance from Derrick Rose as No. 9 among Eastern Conference guards, but those 220,000 votes were based on the p...

JANUARY 5, 2023•DENVERPOST.COM

New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers have talked Obi Toppin trade, per reportNBA trade rumor season is underway

JANUARY 5, 2023•KANSASCITY.COM

Obi Toppin - Rehabbing in G LeagueThe Knicks assigned Toppin to the Westchester Knicks of the G League on Thursday.

ImpactToppin will be recalled to the NBA after a quick rehab stint in time for Friday's game versus the Raptors. Despite being available Wednesday after a thirteen-game absence due to a fractured right fibula, the 24-year-old big man saw no playing time against the Spurs. He could be more involved Friday after getting some additional work under his belt in the G League

JANUARY 5, 2023•ROTOWIRE