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

Austin Rivers - Shoulder - Expected to Play Opening Night

Austin Rivers appears set to feature in Houston's opening game

Austin Rivers left Houston's preseason game against the Miami Heat after suffering a shoulder injury, leaving his participation in the Rockets' season opener in doubt. However, The Houston Chronicle is reporting that the 27-year-old's injury isn't serious, and he should be available to play this week.

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Kevon Looney - Hamstring - Expected to Play Opening Night

Kevon Looney signed a new deal with the Warriors during the summer

Kevon Looney has been battling a hamstring strain over the past month and it was reported last week that he was struggling to be fit for the Warriors' opening game. However, Steve Kerr told the press on Sunday that Looney had returned to contact training, and is in line to start at center.

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Pau Gasol - Foot - Will Miss Opening Night

Pau Gasol played just 30 times during the 18-19 season

Pau Gasol missed all of Portland's training camp as he continued to rehabilitate his surgically-repaired left foot. Oregon Live is reporting that the veteran is healing well, although the Spaniard is expected to miss the opening few weeks of the season as the Trail Blazers don't want to rush him back.