Aldridge (shoulder) participated in Friday's non-contact practice, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge missed Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks due to right shoulder soreness, but it's possible he could return as soon as Saturday. More information on his status may be provided following the Spurs' morning shootaround.

The Spurs are hopeful that Aldridge (shoulder) will be ready to play as soon as Saturday against the Magic or Monday against the Pacers, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge initially suffered the right shoulder injury in the Feb. 21 win in Utah, but proceeded to play through the issue two days later in a blowout loss to the Thunder. Since the shoulder was clearly hampering him in that contest, the Spurs opted to hold Aldridge out for Wednesday's 109-103 loss to the Mavericks. He should benefit from a two-day break in the schedule before San Antonio's next game, so he can tentatively be viewed as questionable versus the Magic until the Spurs likely update his status Friday. Lonnie Walker started in place of Aldridge in the loss to Dallas, producing 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt), three boards, three blocks and two assists in 27 minutes.

Aldridge won't play Wednesday against Dallas due to right shoulder soreness, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge likely emerged from Monday's loss against Oklahoma City with the injury, as the center posted eight points and three rebounds in 21 minutes. Wednesday's absence will mark Aldridge's first missed game since Jan. 29, when he was dealing with a thumb issue. Teammate Jakob Poeltl will presumably start Wednesday against the Mavericks and will likely see increased run.

Aldridge notched 25 points (9-20 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 14 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 win at Oklahoma City.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge has taken a bigger role offensively with DeMar DeRozan sidelined due to a back injury, and the veteran power forward has racked up 58 points, 20 rebounds and eight assists in the two games DeRozan hasn't played. Aldridge has reached the 20-point mark in three of his last four games, as well as four times in his last six outings.

Aldridge registered 33 points (13-25 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Monday's 127-120 loss at Denver.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge paced the Spurs offensively and experienced a considerable rise on his touches and overall usage since DeMar DeRozan (back) didn't play. Aldridge has reached the 20-point mark in three of his last five games, but he is shooting just 45.9 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from deep during that stretch.

Aldridge contributed 12 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 122-102 loss at Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge has been a bit inconsistent of late and this was his first double-double since returning from a two-game absence in late January. The veteran power forward has notched single-digit scoring efforts in two of his five February contests thus far, and he is averaging 14.8 points while shooting 42.9 percent from the field and 26.7 percent from deep during the current month.

Aldridge chipped in with 20 points (9-23 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, four assists, two steals and one block in 36 minutes during Thursday's 125-117 loss at Portland.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge had another rough night, but he produced more than enough in other categories to post a decent fantasy performance. That said, the shooting woes are becoming a growing concern with the veteran power forward since the former Portland star has made just 41.7 percent of his field goal attempts in his last four outings since returning from a two-game absence last month.

Aldridge only posted seven points (3-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 129-102 loss at the Lakers.

EDGE Analysis

Aldridge has posted single-digit scoring performances in two of his last three games since returning from injury, although he recorded a 27-point effort sandwiched between them. The veteran power forward is shooting just 43.2 percent from the field and 28.6 percent from three since returning from his two-game absence. Those figures are considerably less than what he posted in January, as he shot 50.0 percent from the field and 45.8 percent from deep during the first month of 2020.

Aldridge tallied a game-high 27 points (9-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT) to go with nine rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 34 minutes Monday in the Spurs' 108-105 loss to the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

As per usual, Aldridge and DeMar DeRozan carried the Spurs' attack with 53 of the team's 105 points, and reserve Patty Mills (18 points) was the only other player on the roster to even reach the teens in scoring. Aldridge turned in a rough outing over the weekend against Charlotte following his return from a two-game absence due to a thumb injury, but his fantasy managers can rest assured that he's back in business now.

Aldridge (thumb) will play Saturday against the Hornets, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

EDGE Analysis

After a two-game absence due to a sprained right thumb, Aldridge will return to the starting five. In his past five home games, he's averaging 18.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 block across 33.8 minutes.