LeBron James, who has participated in drills with the Lakers, will not play Thursday against Minnesota. Rajon Rondo, meanwhile, will be a game-time decision.
Lions QB Matthew Stafford is blaming his recent struggles on poor throws and decision-making rather than his injured finger or the use of a glove.
Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward broke his finger Friday during practice and "will undergo additional evaluation" by medical personnel, the team said.
Kobe Bryant dislocated his right middle finger late in Friday's game but returned after a trainer popped it back into place. Postgame X-rays were negative.
North Carolina guard Marcus Paige, who dealt with multiple injuries for much of last season, will miss the next three to four weeks after suffering a fracture in his non-shooting hand.
Clippers All-Star point guard Chris Paul is expected to miss Sunday's preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets after suffering a fractured left index finger in Saturday's practice.
