Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma, who is averaging 18.3 points per game, was diagnosed with a lower back contusion and is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.
The Ravens' Steve Smith Sr. accused Steelers safety and ex-teammate Mike Mitchell of spearing him in his lower back Thursday. However, a replay showed the blow was delivered by Lawrence Timmons.
The San Francisco 49ers have released veteran defensive tackle Darnell Dockett on Friday, the team announced.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving will sit out Friday's game against the Orlando Magic because of a left knee contusion.
Golden State Wariors center Andrew Bogut is out indefinitely after undergoing therapy on his injured right knee, the team said Thursday
Tony Romo is missing his third straight day of practice with a back injury and will have to move around before Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals in order to be able to play.
