Spencer Dinwiddie, who has been out since Jan. 23 because of a thumb injury that required surgery, is expected to return to action Friday against the Hornets.
J.R. Smith left the Cavs' game Tuesday night with a right thumb injury, and the Cavs, according to sources, fear he might have broken it.
Even though it hurts, Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. says his thumb injury helps makes him better on the field.
The New England Patriots aborted plans play Tom Brady on Thursday after he sliced his thumb trying to pry something from his cleats. A source told ESPN that Brady "will be okay in time."
With a partially torn ligament in his left thumb that may require surgey, the New York Mets will call up Brandon Nimmo and likely put Juan Lagares on the disabled list a, sources tell ESPN.
Juan Lagares, who hasn't played since June 14, and Curtis Granderson, who has missed four straight starts, are on track to rejoin the Mets' outfield for Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs.
