Jordan Walker and James Karnik Set to Debut in Endesa League Matchday 28 as Obasohan Returns and David Kravish Makes Expected Comeback

Jordan Walker and James Karnik could produce their Liga Endesa debuts in Jornada 28 of the 2025-26 season, according to the latest medical report from the ACB. The update, released ahead of the round’s fixtures, confirms both players are available to play pending administrative clearance, with Walker potentially suiting up for Río Breogán and Karnik for Bàsquet Girona.

The report also notes the return of Retin Obasohan to BAXI Manresa’s lineup after missing time, while the status of David Kravish remains uncertain until the last moment. Kravish, who has been sidelined, is described as having an “expected return” that is “in the air until the last hour,” indicating a game-time decision.

Asisa Joventut faces challenges with Ante Tomic ruled out and Simon Birgander listed as doubtful due to plantar fascia issues in his right foot. Birgander’s availability will depend on how he responds to treatment during the week.

At FC Barcelona, Nico Laprovittola is the only confirmed absence for their continental fixture, though head coach Xavi Pascual acknowledged that several other players are dealing with minor ailments, describing them as “players who suffer discomforts.” No further specifics were provided regarding the nature or extent of these issues.

Bàsquet Girona will be without Maxi Fjellerup and Nikola Maric for the match. Juan Fernández has begun participating in some team activities but is not yet fully recovered. Meanwhile, James Karnik, the team’s recent signing, is eligible to debut if he completes the necessary registration process before the game.

BAXI Manresa welcomes back Retin Obasohan, but will be without Hugo Benitez and Eli Brooks. Louis Olinde remains a late uncertainty, with his status to be determined closer to tip-off based on his recovery progress.

Casademont Zaragoza has already played its Jornada 28 fixture and is not involved in the upcoming slate of games covered by this report.

Coviran Granada confirmed that Arturo Ruiz will be without Jovan Kljajic for the remainder of the season due to a muscle injury. Amar Alibegovic is doubtful for the upcoming match due to calf issues in his left leg, which have prevented him from training throughout the week. William Howard and Jonathan Rousselle are also listed as doubtful for similar reasons.

Dreamland Gran Canaria reported full squad availability except for long-term absentee Miquel Salvó, who continues to recover from a prolonged injury. Head coach Néstor García confirmed that all other players are cleared for selection.

Hiopos Lleida will remain without the indefinitely sidelined Gyorgy Goloman. Coach Gerard Encuentra noted that several players are dealing with physical discomfort, particularly Atoumane Diagne, whose workload has been managed carefully during the week to prevent aggravation.

Kosner Baskonia continues to miss Tadas Sedekerskis and Khalifa Diop, though coach Andrea Galbiati expressed hope that both players could return before the conclude of the season. Galbiati added that Sedekerskis is improving and “may arrive before the season’s end,” indicating a potential late-season return.

Jordan Walker, a 28-year-old American guard, joined Río Breogán in April 2026 after stints in multiple European leagues and a spell in China with Hefei, where he helped the team reach the regular-season runner-up position. His career includes productive spells in Spain’s Primera FEB with CB Zamora and HLA Alicante, where he averaged 16.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game while shooting 44.3% from three-point range.

James Karnik, a 6’9” forward with prior experience in Lithuania’s LKL and the BNXT League, signed with Bàsquet Girona to bolster their frontcourt depth. His international background includes stints in various European leagues, though specific club affiliations from those periods were not detailed in the medical report.

The medical updates reflect the typical end-of-season pressures in Liga Endesa, where teams battle for playoff positioning, avoid relegation, or integrate fresh signings ahead of crucial stretches. Availability often hinges on late fitness tests, especially for players returning from injury or managing chronic conditions.

Fans seeking real-time updates on player statuses are encouraged to consult official club communications and the ACB’s injury report portal, which is updated regularly throughout the matchweek.

As Jornada 28 unfolds, the potential debuts of Walker and Karnik, alongside Obasohan’s return, add intrigue to a round that could influence final standings. Whether these newcomers make immediate impacts will depend on minutes granted by their respective coaches and how quickly they adapt to the pace of Liga Endesa play.

Stay tuned to archysport.com for continuing coverage of Liga Endesa, including post-match analysis and further injury updates as the 2025-26 season reaches its conclusion.