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Jusuf Nurkic Probable Against 76ers Despite Calf Injury

Portland Trail Blazers big man Jusuf Nurkic is dealing with left calf tightness but has been listed as probable to play against the Philadelphia 76ers tomorrow night.

INJURY REPORT 1/19 @trailblazers vs. PHI:

OUT
Winslow (L Ankle Sprain)

PROBABLE
Nurkic (L Calf Tightness)
Payton II (R Hip Adductor Soreness)— Trail Blazers PR (@TrailBlazersPR) January 19, 2023

The center, who has enjoyed an uptick in play of late, will be needed to combat 7 foot MVP candidate Joel Embiid. Nurkic is currently the only Blazer standing taller than 6’9 on the regular roster, however the franchise’s two two-way players measure taller than 7 foot.