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7. April 2026
Drops 14 points in return
Black accumulated 14 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), one rebound, two assists and two steals across 15 minutes during Monday's 123-107 victory over the Pistons.
Analyse
Black returned to the court for the first time in the past 17 games, having been sidelined due to an abdominal injury. While it has been a breakout campaign for Black, it should be noted that much of his production came when others around him were also injured. Given the length of his absence, expect to see Black playing limited minutes for the remainder of the regular season.
6. April 2026
Good to go Monday
Black (abdomen) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analyse
Black will return from a 16-game absence due to an abdominal strain. It wouldn't be surprising to see him operate on a minutes restriction Monday, though the third-year guard's return could mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain.
6. April 2026
Probable for Monday
Black (abdomen) is probable for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analyse
Black continues to trend in the right direction. He was initially ruled out for this contest but has since been upgraded from questionable to probable. Although he's on track to return, he could face limitations in his first game back.
6. April 2026
Upgraded to questionable
Black (abdomen) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analyse
It's a significant upgrade for Black, who now has a real chance to end a 16-game absence with a left abdominal strain Monday. Although the third-year guard would be in line for a minutes restriction if he plays versus Detroit, there would still be more of a crunch for playing time among Jamal Cain, Tristan da Silva and Jevon Carter.
6. April 2026
Another absence coming
Black (abdomen) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analyse
Black will be sidelined for a 17th straight contest and remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play is Wednesday against Minnesota.
4. April 2026
Remains out Sunday
Black (abdomen) is listed as out for Sunday's game against New Orleans, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Analyse
Black has been on the shelf for nearly a month, and at this point, it's unknown how much longer he will remain off the floor. Statistically speaking, the 22-year-old is having a career-best season, averaging 15.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.7 blocks and 1.4 steals across 30.7 minutes in 60 appearances. However, Black may not be as productive if cleared to return, considering it will likely take him some time to ramp up. Franz Wagner's availability should also cause Black to see fewer minutes.
2. April 2026
Won't return Friday
Black (abdomen) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks.
Analyse
Black continues to be ruled out a day in advance of games, and Friday will be his 15th straight absence. He remains without a return timetable and should be considered doubtful for future games until the team releases an update.
1. April 2026
Won't play Wednesday
Black (Abdomen) is out for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.
Analyse
Black will be sidelined for a 14th straight game. He was spotted going through some individual work at Tuesday's shootaround, but he remains without a timetable to return.