What happened: Nick Nurse said Ariel Hukporti is doing well after his Achilles injury. His availability for the ring ceremony and his in-season rehab location remain undecided.

Why it matters: A ring ceremony gathers a championship roster at the start of a title defense. An in-house rehab keeps a sidelined center around staff and teammates through 2026-27.

What to watch: The next step is clarity on ceremony plans and where Hukporti will base his rehab once play begins.