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Obi Toppin Cleared to Play Wednesday
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies after missing three straight contests with a lumbar strain. Toppin's back tightened up before shootaround in Miami on Oct. 30, but he is ready to return after nearly a week on the sidelines. The 28-year-old was playing well before the injury, averaging 15.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.2 threes in 22.8 minutes while shooting 53.8% from the field. With Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (calf) sidelined, Toppin should get every chance to return to that workload, which could cut into Jarace Walker's minutes now that Ivica Zubac (ankle) is cleared as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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Ivica Zubac Available for Wednesday
Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies after missing five straight contests. Zubac sprained his left ankle in the first quarter of the Oct. 25 win over Brooklyn and has been sidelined since. He opened the season with 16 points and 15 rebounds against New Orleans and should give Indiana a much-needed boost on the glass. Jay Huff has been starting in his absence and will likely head back to the bench, while Larry Nance Jr. could also see his minutes trimmed with Zubac back in the mix.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jordan Poole Back in Action Versus the Jazz
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz after missing three straight contests. Poole has been out since leaving the Oct. 28 loss to Denver early with a left ankle issue. The 27-year-old has struggled in limited action this season, averaging 6.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.3 steals in 16.0 minutes while shooting just 19.0% from the field. Dejounte Murray is also back after a three-game absence, while Jeremiah Fears has played well in an expanded role, leaving Poole with plenty of competition for minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Trey Murphy III Ruled Out Against Jazz
New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz after initially carrying a probable tag with bilateral patella tendinopathy. Murphy played through the issue Monday, finishing with 18 points in 40 minutes during an overtime win at Memphis. The 26-year-old is averaging 14.9 points through seven games after putting up 21.5 per game last season. Saddiq Bey should have more shots available with Murphy sidelined, while Herbert Jones could take on a little more responsibility. Murphy's next chance to return comes Friday against Minnesota.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Coby White Gets the Green Light Against the Nets
Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (calf) is available for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets after carrying a probable tag for left calf injury management. White made his season debut Monday after missing the first seven games, finishing with seven points and three assists in 16 minutes against Detroit. His workload should gradually increase as he works his way back into form. Charlotte enters Wednesday with the league's lowest offensive rating, and White should eventually take on a larger scoring and playmaking role. Kon Knueppel (hamstring) is also making his season debut, giving the Hornets another much-needed offensive option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Payton Pritchard Available for Wednesday's Game Against Bucks
Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (shoulder) is available for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after carrying a questionable tag with a right shoulder contusion. Pritchard has struggled over his last two games, scoring seven points on 3-for-11 shooting against Orlando before going 0-for-7 for four points Monday in Houston. The 28-year-old is averaging 13.4 points and 3.4 assists in 27.9 minutes through seven games. With Jayson Tatum (rest) out Wednesday, Pritchard should have a few more shots available alongside Paul George as he looks to work his way out of the slump.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Terrence Shannon Jr. Out on Wednesday
The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that guard/forward Terrence Shannon Jr. (hip) is unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Shannon will miss his second straight contest due to a left hip contusion. The 26-year-old is averaging 12 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 22.0 minutes through seven appearances. Jaylen Clark will likely see additional minutes again with Shannon sidelined, giving him some appeal in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Daeqwon Plowden Unavailable Against Lakers
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Daeqwon Plowden (illness) is unavailable for Wednesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Plowden will miss his second game of the season this evening due to an illness. His next chance to play is Friday's NBA Cup game against the San Antonio Spurs. With Plowden sidelined, Sacramento could lean more heavily on its other wings, though his absence is unlikely to have a major fantasy impact.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Precious Achiuwa Set to Suit Up Wednesday
Sacramento Kings forward/center Precious Achiuwa (ankle) is available for Wednesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. Achiuwa was previously listed as questionable due to left ankle soreness but has since been cleared to play. The 27-year-old has played in all seven Sacramento contests this season, averaging 11.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.9 steals, and 1.0 blocks over 28.6 minutes per game. His steady minutes and contributions in rebounds, steals, and blocks make him a solid fantasy option against the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jayson Tatum Unavailable Against Bucks
Jack Simone of BostonSportsJournal.com reports that Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (rest) will sit out Wednesday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. The 28-year-old will miss his first game of the season as the Celtics navigate eight games in 13 days. Tatum is averaging 27.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.9 assists in 35.1 minutes through seven games. Paul George (rest) will return this evening after sitting out Monday's contest and will likely start in Tatum's place.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Josh Hart Sidelined on Wednesday
New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (ankle) is unavailable for Wednesday's matchup with the Chicago Bulls. Hart will miss his first game of the season due to right ankle soreness. The 31-year-old is averaging 8.6 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.1 steals in 31.7 minutes per contest across seven outings. While Hart is out of action, Landry Shamet and Miles McBride could both see extended minutes. Shamet logged a season-high 22 points, one rebound and one assist in 30 minutes during Monday's 103-90 win over Brooklyn.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kon Knueppel Expected to Suit Up on Wednesday
Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kon Knueppel (hamstring) is available to make his season debut Wednesday against the Brooklyn Nets. The 21-year-old missed Charlotte's first eight games after suffering a hamstring strain during offseason workouts. Knueppel posted averages of 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists as a rookie while becoming the first rookie to lead the NBA in three-pointers made with 273. Charlotte may elect to ease him back after the long layoff, but his return gives the offense another solid shooter alongside Brandon Miller. Sion James will likely see a reduced role as Knueppel works back to his usual workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Max Christie Ruled Out for Wednesday Against Spurs
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Max Christie (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs with right hip soreness and tightness. Christie played only eight minutes in Monday's loss to Sacramento before leaving and finished scoreless on five shot attempts. He has started all seven games this season but is averaging just 7.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists while shooting 33.3% from the field. Walter Clayton Jr. could see more minutes after scoring 20 points off the bench Monday, though Kyrie Irving's return should take back a good share of the guard minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Alex Caruso Ends Three-Game Absence Wednesday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers after missing three straight contests. Caruso sprained his right ankle against Phoenix on Oct. 26 but is ready to return to a Thunder team still missing Jalen Williams (leg) and Cason Wallace (shoulder). The 32-year-old averaged 9.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists through four games before getting hurt. Caruso should have plenty of opportunity while Oklahoma City remains short-handed, and his return could cut into Jared McCain's recent workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jaylin Williams Iffy for Wednesday Against Cleveland
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Jaylin Williams (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to lower back spasms. Williams made his first start of the season in Monday's 117-112 win at Cleveland, finishing with three points in 20 minutes while shooting 1-for-6 from the field. He is averaging 2.9 points and 4.0 rebounds this season, but Oklahoma City remains thin up front with Chet Holmgren (knee) sidelined for 8-to-10 weeks. If Williams sits, Aday Mara, Kenrich Williams, and Micah Peavy could all pick up additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Cameron Johnson Expected to Play Wednesday
Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors due to injury management. Johnson recently returned from a right ankle sprain that sidelined him for three games and has yet to find much rhythm, finishing Monday's loss to Portland with seven points on 2-for-5 shooting. The 30-year-old is averaging 8.0 points and 5.0 rebounds through three appearances this season. With Spencer Jones (hamstring) and Julian Strawther (knee) both out, Denver remains thin on the wing. If Johnson is held out, Trevon Brazile could see additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura Off the Injury Report for Wednesday
Los Angeles Clippers forward Rui Hachimura (quadriceps) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat after sitting out Monday's loss to Toronto. Hachimura scored a season-high 24 points against Golden State the night before and is averaging 13.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.4 threes in 30.0 minutes through five games. He has struggled with his shot overall, hitting just 36.9% from the field. Hachimura's return should send Gradey Dick back to the bench and could also cut into Kobe Sanders' minutes after the second-year guard scored a career-high 26 points in Monday's spot start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Derrick Jones Jr. Cleared to Face the Heat on Wednesday
Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat after missing Monday's loss to Toronto. Jones hurt his right knee in the third quarter of Sunday's game against Golden State but will return after a one-game absence. The 29-year-old is averaging 11.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and 2.2 threes in 28.7 minutes through six appearances while shooting 53.1% from the field. Rui Hachimura (quadriceps) is also back, which should squeeze Kobe Sanders' minutes after the rookie started Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jakob Poeltl Could Miss Third Straight Game
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets with left shoulder bursitis. The issue has kept Poeltl out of the last two games, including a late scratch before Sunday's loss to the Lakers. He has had a quiet start when available, averaging 4.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 20.2 minutes across five appearances. If Poeltl misses a third straight game, Collin Murray-Boyles should remain the main beneficiary after starting at center Monday and posting 18 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks in 28 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Giannis Antetokounmpo Likely to Play Wednesday Versus Clippers
Miami Heat forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers with a sprain. The two-time MVP is coming off 30 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists in Monday's loss to the Lakers, though he also committed seven turnovers. Antetokounmpo is averaging 28.4 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 5.7 assists while shooting 58.6 percent from the field through seven games. He appears on track to play Wednesday, but Miami also visits Golden State on Thursday, making his status worth monitoring on the second night of the back-to-back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kawhi Leonard Begins Return-to-Play Process
Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) has successfully completed treatment for swelling and will return to Toronto to begin the team's return-to-play process. Leonard has missed five straight games, and the Raptors plan to provide another update in one week. The 35-year-old averaged 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.5 steals in his first two appearances of the season. Nov. 11 against Boston is the earliest he could return, though that will depend on how his ramp-up goes. Ja'Kobe Walter should remain in the starting lineup for now, with Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett continuing to handle much of the scoring.
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Source: Blake Murphy
