Marc Gasol apparently banged his recently-diagnosed bruised right knee during Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, but remained in the contest and has continued to play, The Commercial Appeal reports.

Gasol apparently banged his recently-diagnosed bruised right knee during Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, but remained in the contest and has continued to play, The Commercial Appeal reports.

Analysis:

Gasol suffered a bone bruise in his right knee last Wednesday, but the ailment has not prevented the Spaniard from suiting up in recent games. That case persisted Tuesday, since Gasol played through any discomfort that ensued from bumping his knee against the Mavericks. While it's hardly ideal that Gasol's sore knee took a hit, it's also somewhat telling that the center is able to continue to play, which represents a reassuring sign for fantasy owners.