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Also, Anthony had fluid drained from his right knee two months ago but according to the team official Anthony's knee has improved and won't need arthroscopic surgery. New York Daily News

New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony, Injuries 

Ira Winderman: Dwyane Wade went through all of what Erik Spoelstra called a training-camp-type practice. Wade said basically no change, but he's good to go Twitter @IraHeatBeat

Miami Heat, Dwyane Wade, Injuries 

George Hill, who had been sidelined in Game 5 due to symptoms lingering from a concussion in Game 4, has been cleared to play in Game 6. Earlier in the day, Hill participated in shootaround and “looked fine” according to Pacers head coach Frank Vogel. Pacers.com

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill 

Over the last two days under the care of the Indiana Pacers’ medical staff, George Hill has participated in each step of the NBA’s Return-to-Participation Exertion Protocol as part of the NBA’s Concussion Policy. During the process, George remained symptom-free after each step including his workouts earlier today. After consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Kutcher, the NBA’s Director of Concussion Management, the Pacers’ team physicians have cleared George to play in tonight’s game. Pacers.com

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill 

Royce Young: Presti said Russell Westbrook should have a full recovery and be the same player, in terms of health, he was prior to the injury. Twitter @dailythunder

Oklahoma City Thunder, Injuries, Russell Westbrook 

Indiana Pacers point guard George Hill took part in the team’s shootaround at Bankers Life Fieldhouse today. But Hill, who suffered a concussion earlier this week, still isn’t cleared to play in tonight’s Game 6 against the New York Knicks at the fieldhouse. Pacers coach Frank Vogel said Hill still has some more steps he has to pass in the NBA’s concussion protocol before he’s cleared to play. “There’s a long list of things that are part of the NBA’s protocol,” Vogel said. “He’s in the middle of that process.” Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill 

“I’m preparing for him not to play,” Vogel said. “If he plays we’ll be very happy about it.” D.J. Augustin will start at point guard again if Hill remains out. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, DJ Augustin, Injuries, George Hill, Frank Vogel 

Chris Herring: Chandler has his wrist taped up. But says he feels "great." Probably somewhat sarcastically. Twitter @HerringWSJ

New York Knicks, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Steve Bulpett: Kevin Garnett will not need surgery on his foot/ankle. Medical staff thinks rest will solve the problem. Twitter @SteveBHoop

Boston Celtics, Injuries, Kevin Garnett 

Scott Agness: George Hill was not a practice but he will meet with team doctors later today and take the concussion test. He remains day-to-day. Twitter @ScottAgness

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill 

Rusty Simmons: Warriors center Andrew Bogut said he expects to be 100% next season, unless "I go out and get hit by a car or something." Twitter @Rusty_SFChron

Golden State Warriors, Injuries, Andrew Bogut 

Fred Kerber: #Pacers George Hill still officially day to day according to team Twitter @FredKerber

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill 

South Dakota State point guard Nate Wolters was limited in the second and final day of workouts at the NBA Draft Combine, skipping everything except the bench press test due to a hip-flexor issue. Wolters’ agent Jared Karnes said that the injury popped up overnight and that it wasn’t considered serious Sioux Falls Argus-Leader

Draft, Injuries, Nate Wolters 

When asked how he’d feel if a Wizards teammate made the same decision, Beal had to admit he’d lose some respect for that player. “A little bit. Yeah, I would,” he said. “The type of player (Derrick Rose) is, and the mentality and competitiveness that he has, I think he would have gave it a go. I don’t know what was holding him back. I think he’s scared it’s probably going to happen again and he won’t be the same. But you’re never the same after an injury. But you just have to fight through it and do something else to be able to impact the game. I’m not sure what it is he has to do. I really can’t speak for him.” Washington Post

Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards, Derrick Rose, Injuries, Bradley Beal 

Ian Begley: Asked about Raymond Felton (ankle) and Tyson Chandler (back), "Everybody's fine. We here getting treatment and getting ready to go." #Knicks Twitter

New York Knicks, Raymond Felton, Tyson Chandler, Injuries 

Thibodeau revealed that the plantar fasciitis in Joakim Noah’s right foot could require surgery but that Noah would try rehabilitation first. “That hasn’t been determined,’’ Thibodeau said of Noah undergoing surgery. “Obviously, we’d like to avoid the surgery. He has responded a lot better. He has found something that has worked. “We want him to get completely healthy That will be the focus, getting him back to 100 percent. He needs some rest, as most of the guys do. Same thing with Luol. We have to get him completely healthy again. Those are two players that we’ll be on top of right away.’’ Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago Bulls, Injuries, Joakim Noah 

Danilo Gallinari said that in three weeks he will have his second knee surgery. Il Gallo underwent surgery for the first time on April 29 after he torn his ACL on April 4. "In three weeks I will have my second procedure. Since the first surgery. Ever since the surgery, everything is going great. I will work a lot next summer but I will be stronger than before" said Gallinari to SkySport. Sportando

Denver Nuggets, Injuries, Danilo Gallinari 

As usual, Rose is scheduled to do the majority of his training and continued rehabilitation in Santa Monica, Calif., with trainer Rob McClanaghan and other NBA players. That has been Rose's offseason base for years. "He has to keep working," coach Tom Thibodeau said. "I think he’s in a pretty good place mentally. If we were going to make a mistake, we were going to make a mistake on the side of caution. We feel good about where he is. He has the whole summer to build more confidence. That’s the important thing. As we said when he first had the surgery, we weren’t going to rush him back. And we held to that." Chicago Tribune

Chicago Bulls, Derrick Rose, Injuries 

Rose wandered through the postgame locker room Wednesday night in Miami, offering support and condolences to teammates. He declined an interview request. But his teammates already are looking forward to playing with him next season. "He’s a game changer all by himself," Carlos Boozer said. "Takes the game over anytime he wants to. Makes plays for everybody, makes it easier for everybody. His presence alone will add a lot to our team. "The thing about our team is the three years we’ve been together, we’ haven’t been healthy in a playoff run yet. If we are, we could be scary." Chicago Tribune

Chicago Bulls, Carlos Boozer, Derrick Rose, Injuries 

Indiana Pacers starting point guard George Hill will miss Game 5 tonight with a concussion, an unfortunate turn for the Pacers who lead the New York Knicks 3-1 in their Eastern Conference semifinals series. Hill was hit in the head by Knicks center Tyson Chandler in Game 4 and now his return will be for a potential Game 6 or the start of the conference finals. Under the NBA's concussion policy, a player must pass an series of escalating physical tests before he can return to the court. USA Today Sports

Indiana Pacers, Injuries, George Hill