UTA • Forward-Center • #23
about 2 months ago
Markkanen will remain out as he continues to manage a lower back injury. With Walker Kessler and John Collins also out, Kyle Filipowski and KJ Martin will likely return to the starting lineup. Both are worth streaming, given the Jazz’s lack of frontcourt depth due to the injuries.
Source: Ryan Miller
UTA • Center • #24
about 2 months ago
Utah was at full strength against Minnesota on Friday, since they have the Timberwolves’ first round pick in the draft this summer. However, they only hold a half game lead over New Orleans for the third-best lottery odds, so it will be a skeleton crew out on the floor for the Jazz. Kyle Filipowski and KJ Martin should start down low in place of Kessler and Collins.
Source: Ben Anderson
UTA • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
The Jazz are all-in on improving their draft lottery odds, so fantasy managers are likely unsurprised that Sexton and Clarkson will not play on Sunday. With Isaiah Collier being a fixture in the starting lineup, Johnny Juzang and Brice Sensabaugh will play additional minutes, whether they start or come off the bench.
Source: Ryan Miller
MIL • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Trent was a late addition to the injury report, with the Bucks listing him as questionable following pregame shootaround. He’s officially available to play and can provide deep-league value as the Bucks continue to play without the suspended Bobby Portis.
Source: Eric Nehm
MIL • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Saturday’s game, Antetokounmpo and Lillard have officially been upgraded to available. They’ll take on their usual responsibilities as starters, while Giannis may once again be limited to 32 minutes as he continues to work his way back from a strained calf.
Source: Eric Nehm
GSW • • #
about 2 months ago
This will be Butler’s first absence since being traded to Golden State, and it opens up a spot in the starting lineup. Either Buddy Hield or Gary Payton II will likely fill the void, with both taking on extra minutes.
Source: Anthony Slater
DAL • F • #25
about 2 months ago
Washington has been in and out of the lineup recently, and after missing Thursday’s game, he will be back against Milwaukee. Naji Marshall started against Charlotte, but he will return to a reserve role with Washington back in the rotation.
Source: Mavs PR
OKC • Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Dieng has missed Oklahoma City’s last four games, but his availability does not significantly impact the team’s rotation. Chet Holmgren (ankle) being out may free up a few minutes, but Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams are ahead of Dieng in the pecking order.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
Saturday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Nets. As a result, Cam Thomas will not play after returning from a hamstring injury on Friday. His absence means Keon Johnson returns to the starting lineup. While Johnson hasn’t shot the ball well, the overall production makes him worth rostering when allowed to start.
Source: C.J. Holmes
OKC • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Caruso got a rest night against Atlanta on Friday, but he will be back in the lineup against San Antonio. With Isaiah Joe sidelined, Caruso should see a few extra minutes off the bench, where he has provided top-100 value in nine-cat leagues over the past two weeks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Joe’s lower back soreness hastened his exit from Friday’s win over the Hawks, and he will not be available on Sunday. Kenrich Williams may play additional rotation minutes, especially with Chet Holmgren (ankle) also out, but the Thunder will also have Alex Caruso available to absorb some of the available minutes. Caruso is the superior streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
OKC • Center-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Holmgren exited early from Friday’s win over Atlanta, and it will keep him sidelined for at least one more game. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Hartenstein should both start against San Antonio with Holmgren sidelined for at least one more game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Forward • #15
about 2 months ago
Clarke and Williams have been downgraded from questionable to out, leaving the Grizzlies without two of their many options off the bench. John Konchar, Jay Huff or Marvin Bagley III may enter the rotation, but none will likely get the minutes needed to provide reliable streaming value. However, that would change if Ja Morant or Desmond Bane were also ruled out.
Source: Chris Herrington
CLE • Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
Mitchell will get a rest night after scoring 41 points in Cleveland’s comeback win over the Celtics on Friday. He earned a night off, which should allow him to be available for their back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday to start next week. Isaac Okoro and De’Andre Hunter should both play extra minutes with Mitchell sidelined, with one of them likely moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Center-Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Robinson made his season debut on Friday, playing 12 minutes off the bench in the Knicks’ win over Memphis. Fantasy managers should expect to see him take on a similar workload as the Knicks work Robinson back into the fold. Precious Achiuwa only played four minutes on Friday, so there’s no need to hold onto him in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • • #
about 2 months ago
With Jordan Poole sidelined, Carrington will slide into the starting unit in his place. Sarr also returns to the starting lineup after missing Washington’s last three games. That will push Richaun Holmes back to the bench, which will eliminate the streaming value that he held.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
about 2 months ago
Filling in for the injured Aaron Gordon (ankle), Nnaji sprained his left ankle during Friday’s win over the Pistons. Both are considered questionable for Sunday’s game. Both being sidelined would likely force the Nuggets to go small, with Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NYK • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Hart is still dealing with a knee issue that forced him to miss New York’s first two games after the All-Star break, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Miami. Hart dealt with foul trouble on Friday, but he should play his usual large workload against the Heat.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Gordon did not play in Friday’s win over the Pistons after spraining his left ankle the night before in Milwaukee. Zeke Nnaji replaced him in the starting lineup, but Nnaji is also questionable for Sunday’s game. Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther may be forced to move into the starting lineup if neither can go.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
about 2 months ago
Porzingis and Holiday sat out Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers, leaving Joe Mazzulla with two holes to fill within the Celtics’ starting lineup. Sam Hauser and Al Horford received the starting nods against Cleveland and will likely retain those roles on Sunday. While the fantasy upside of both players is limited, they’re worth streaming when allowed to start.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Brown scored 37 points in 34 minutes on Friday, but there is a chance that he is sidelined against Denver. Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis are both doubtful, so Sam Hauser and Torrey Craig will likely both start if Brown is sidelined. However, Payton Pritchard will see a boost in minutes and provide a scoring boost off the bench.
Source: Boston Celtics
CHA • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Curry was initially listed as doubtful, so his absence doesn’t come as a surprise. Damion Baugh and DaQuan Jeffries should split the backup guard minutes, but with LaMelo Ball available, they won’t hold won’t be much upside in fantasy basketball.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
Nurkic has been ruled out for a second straight game, which means that Moussa Diabate will continue to fill out the backup center minutes behind Mark Williams. Diabate played 13 minutes off the bench on Thursday.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Ball and Salaun were initially questionable for Saturday’s game. While the former is back after a one-game absence, the latter missed the final two games of Charlotte’s road trip. Ball’s return coincides with KJ Simpson being sent to the G League, so Elfrid Payton will take on the backup point guard responsibilities. Salaun will be part of the rotation, but coming off the bench limits his fantasy value.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
IND • • #
about 2 months ago
Bradley, the 28th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, is back in the Association. Most recently, he’s been with the G League’s College Park SkyHawks, averaging 14.0 points, 10.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocked shots per game. Bradley most recently played in the NBA during the 2022-23 campaign, appearing in 12 games for the Bulls. With Myles Turner and Thomas Bryant healthy, Bradley is unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Michael Scotto
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Both wings missed Friday’s game against Brooklyn, which allowed Kris Murray and Shaedon Sharpe to slide into the starting lineup. If Avdija and Grant remain out, both Murray and Sharpe should start again, with Sharpe as the better streaming option.
Source: Trail Blazers PR
POR • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Sunday’s game will be the fifth straight that Williams has missed with a sprained left knee. With Deandre Ayton (calf) also out, the Trail Blazers will again rely on Donovan Clingan and Jabari Walker to fill the void. While Clingan has been the more popular pickup in fantasy leagues, Walker can provide deep-league value off the bench.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
WAS • G • #15
about 2 months ago
Saturday’s game against the Hornets will be the fifth Brogdon has missed with a sprained left ankle, having suffered the injury before the All-Star break. Keefe’s statement didn’t offer a specific timeline beyond saying he expects Brogdon to play at some point. The veteran guard has been more impactful in the Wizards locker room than in fantasy leagues, and that won’t change when he returns.
Source: Varun Shankar
TOR • Forward • #77
about 2 months ago
Battle and Temple will remain out for Sunday’s game, with the latter away from the team for personal reasons. The absences will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Coty Wiles
TOR • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Agbaji exited Friday’s game after playing just one minute because of this ankle injury, and it will keep him out once again. Both Ja’Kobe Walter and Jamal Shead played 20+ minutes off the bench with Agbaji sidelined for most of the game, and that should continue on Sunday.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
