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NBA rumors: Latest news on injuries and more

The latest news and rumors from the NBA.

By Brian Rauf, Chat Sports

Tuesday’s seven-game slate of NBA action was highlighted by the Toronto Raptors continuing their undefeated start to the season with a 102–91 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, while the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic picked up their first wins of the year.

Check out the latest NBA news and rumors below.

• The Memphis Grizzlies are discussing a potential deal for Miami Heat point guard Mario Chalmers, reports ESPN's Marc Stein.

• Heat guard Dwyane Wade left Miami’s loss to the Atlanta Hawks with a migraine and is concerned the issue may linger for a few days, reports Jason Lieser of the Palm Beach Post.

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Orlando Magic forward Evan Fournier would like to stay with the team long term despite not signing an extension prior to Monday’s deadline, reports Josh Robbins of the Orlando Sentinel.

• The Cleveland Cavaliersannounced that guard J.R. Smith will miss two games with a right knee contusion.

• Milwaukee Bucks head coach Jason Kidd said Monday that forward Jabari Parker will be limited to 15 to 20 minutes in his season debut against the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday, reports Aron Yohannes of SB Nation. Parker played in just 25 games last season before tearing his ACL.

• 76ers forward Robert Covington could miss more time after re-injuring his knee injury during practice Tuesday, reports Dave Zeitlin of CSNPhilly.com.

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