NBA News Roundup, Friday, Oct 25: Derrick Rose's minutes will be limited despite impressive start, Isaiah Thomas injury update and more

The 2019-20 season got underway earlier this week, and basketball fans have already had the chance to see all 30 teams in action. Teams such as the Los Angeles Clippers and Atlanta Hawks have impressed over the first few days of action, while the likes of the Cleveland Cavaliers appear set for a difficult season.

While the opening week of action continues to dominate the headlines, there is still plenty happening off the court. The Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat are believed to be among the teams on the lookout for further additions in the coming weeks, while Carmelo Anthony is among the notable names looking for a route back to the NBA.

So, with plenty going on around the league, here is all the latest news and rumors you need to know for October 25th.

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#1 Pistons will continue to limit Derrick Rose's minutes despite his impressive start to the season

Derrick Rose has performed well during his first two games with the Pistons

When Derrick Rose joined the Detroit Pistons on a two-year deal during the offseason, few expected the 2011 MVP to be among the team's best performers. Nevertheless, Rose has been excellent during Detroit's opening two games, and many have called for the 31-year-old to be installed into the starting lineup.

However, head coach Dwane Casey told James Edwards III of The Athletic that Rose is unlikely to get more game time:

I got to watch his minutes. I try to keep his minutes around 27, 28. That limits us to what we can do with him. I know it seems like we’re getting him out pretty quick, but we have to monitor his minutes. If it’s tight or close, we may fudge the numbers a little bit, but for the most part, we’re going to keep it around that number each night

Over his two appearances for the Pistons, Rose has averaged 22.5 points and 6.0 assists while shooting 63% from the field.

#2 Steve Kerr believes his Warriors team is in for a tough season

Steph Curry and the Warriors fell to a first defeat at Chase Center

The Golden State Warriors officially moved into their new home last night but fell to a humiliating 141-122 loss to the LA Clippers. The heavy defeat demonstrated the task facing Steve Kerr's side, and the head coach warned Golden State fans that more tough nights lie ahead:

This is not a one-off, this is the reality. There's going to be nights like this this year. You've got to play through it, you've got to keep fighting and keep getting better. That's the plan.

The Golden State Warriors entered the 19-20 season having made five consecutive trips to the NBA Finals, although the team lost Kevin Durant, DeMarcus Cousins, and Andre Iguodala during a turbulent summer of change.

The Warriors will also be without Klay Thompson until at least the All-Star Break, and they face a huge battle to qualify for the postseason in a competitive Western Conference.

#3 Isaiah Thomas could make his Wizards debut on Saturday

Isaiah Thomas spent last season with the Denver Nuggets

Isaiah Thomas is expected to play a big role for the Washington Wizards this season due to John Wall's long-term injury, and CBS Sports is reporting that the point guard could make his debut on Saturday:

This will be Thomas' second straight absence to start the season while he works his way back from his thumb injury, but there is some optimism, as head coach Scott Brooks said that there is a possibility Thomas will play Saturday. Consider him a game-time decision for that contest.

Thomas' offseason was impacted by a thumb injury, and the 30-year-old was initially expected to miss the opening weeks of the season. However, it was reported last week that the former All-Star was well ahead of schedule, and Thomas could make his debut against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday.