2019-20 NBA Injury Report before Week 1: Zion Williamson's knee injury, Isaiah Thomas set for surprise return and more

Isaiah Thomas - Thumb - Could Return This Week

Isaiah Thomas could make a surprise early return for the Wizards

Isaiah Thomas didn't feature in preseason as he nursed a thumb injury, and the veteran was expected to miss the opening few weeks of the season. Nevertheless, Fred Katz of The Athletic is reporting that Thomas is well ahead of schedule and is now in contention to feature in Wednesday's season opener against Dallas.

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Eric Bledsoe - Ribs - Questionable

Eric Bledsoe has been struggling with a fracture to his ribs

Eric Bledsoe is working back from fractured cartilage between two of his ribs. The point guard suffered the injury on Oct. 9 against the Jazz, although Bledsoe practiced over the weekend, and a final decision will be made ahead of Thursday's season opener at Houston.

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Kyle Kuzma - Foot - Will Miss Season Opener

Kyle Kuzma is expected to play a key role for the Lakers this season

Kyle Kuzma missed preseason with a foot injury that he suffered while playing with Team USA. The 24-year-old has increased his workout intensity over the past week ahead of his return, although Tania Ganguli of the Los Angeles Times is reporting that he will miss LA's season opener,