Overview
- Friday's injury report lists Thiero as questionable for New Orleans, his first non-out designation of the season.
- Head coach JJ Redick has stressed a cautious plan, framing 2025–26 as a development year centered on getting his body right.
- Thiero sat out Summer League, training camp, the preseason and the first 12 games while rehabbing, with recent milestones including live contact, five-on-five work and time with South Bay.
- LeBron James (right sciatica) and Gabe Vincent (left ankle sprain) remain out for the same game, according to the team.
- Selected 36th after a trade up, the 6-foot-8 wing has been lauded for athleticism and defensive upside, with initial NBA minutes expected to be limited.