Nicolas Batum Should Play on Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets forward Nicolas Batum (hand) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's missed the last four games due to left hand discomfort. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist might fall out of the rotation with Batum returning. Batum will be someone worth looking at in deep leagues while PJ Washington (finger) is out.

Julius Randle Sits Out of Practice

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (leg) did not suit up for Wednesday's practice. He only played 23 minutes during Tuesday's win, but the Knicks don't play again until Friday. Taj Gibson, Bobby Portis, and Mitchell Robinson would be asked to fill the void if Randle misses time. Robinson is the best fantasy option out […]

Frank Ntilikina Doesn't Practice on Wednesday

New York Knicks guard Frank Ntilikina (illness) was unable to suit up for practice on Wednesday. He's dealing with an unknown illness, but will have two days to rest before Friday's game. Elfrid Payton and Dennis Smith Jr. would be asked to split up the minutes if Ntilikina is unable to play on Friday. Payton […]

Mike Conley is Expected to Miss Multiple Games

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) is going to be sidelined the next few games and could miss weeks of action. He returned from a five game absence on Tuesday, but aggravated his hamstring issue. The Jazz are going to be cautious with their veteran guard, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Conley miss […]

Gordon Hayward is Ruled Out for Wednesday

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. He's dealing with soreness in his left foot, so it's unclear how long he's going to be sidelined. The Celtics are most likely just being cautious here, but fantasy owners should consider Hayward questionable for Friday's contest. Semi […]

Anthony Davis is Hopeful for Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (ankle) is hopeful that he'll be able to suit up for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He didn't suit up for Tuesday's game due to a right ankle sprain. Jared Dudley drew the start, but didn't do much with the extra playing time. JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard […]

Lonzo Ball is Questionable for Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (hip) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ball played 35 minutes on Tuesday, but could sit out due to a right hip contusion. J.J. Redick (groin) is probable, so Ball is likely going to come off the bench even if he suits up. Fantasy […]

J.J. Redick is Probable for Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard J.J. Redick (groin) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He missed Tuesday's game due to left groin soreness, but it sounds like he'll suit up here. He's expected to rejoin the starting five, so Josh Hart is going to lose value with Redick returning. Fantasy owners should check […]

Rui Hachimura is Out At Least Five Games

Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura (groin) is going to be sidelined for at least the next five games. He injured his groin during Monday's game and will be re-evaluated once the four game road trip is over. The Wizards are already tanking, so they aren't going to risk the health of Hachimura. Davis Bertans is […]

Nicolas Batum is Upgraded to Questionable

Charlotte Hornets forward Nicolas Batum (hand) has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He's missed each of the last three games due to left hand discomfort. He was listed as doubtful on Tuesday, but it appears he's making solid progress. The Hornets are banged up, but Batum isn't going to […]

Kevin Huerter is Expected to Play on Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (shoulder) is expected to suit up for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. Huerter suffered a left shoulder injury on Sunday, but it doesn't sound like it's going to sideline him. He won't be on a minutes limit, so fantasy owners can feel safe with Huerter in their lineups […]

Marcus Smart is Ruled Out for Wednesday's Game

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (eye) won't travel with the team for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Smart is going to miss his fourth game in a row due to an eye infection. It began in his left eye, but has reportedly spread into his right eye as well. Brad Wanamaker and Semi Ojeleye […]

Fred Vanvleet is Unlikely to Play on Wednesday

Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet (knee) is unlikely to suit up for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. However, Vanvleet did look better in practice on Tuesday, according to head coach Nick Nurse. The Raptors may decide to take the cautious approach which means Vanvleet would miss his fifth straight game. Norman Powell has stepped […]

Paul Millsap is Questionable for Wednesday

Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (quad) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. He's missed each of the last two games due to a right quad strain. Jerami Grant has started each of those games and could be in line for another start. He's been decent during those starts and could […]

Jabari Parker is Available for Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks forward Jabari Parker (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He was listed as probable on Monday's injury report, but appears to be over his right ankle sprain. Parker has been playing well, but will lose fantasy value once John Collins (suspension) returns to the court shortly after Christmas.

Joel Embiid Practices on Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (illness) was able to suit up for Tuesday's practice. Embiid is expected to be available for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. He didn't play on Sunday because of an illness, but appears better now. Mike Scott was starting in his place, but will be bumped back to the bench […]

Andre Drummond is Uncertain for Wednesday's Contest

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (eye) is likely going to be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He's sat out the last two games because of swelling in his eye from an allergic reaction. Thon Maker has started the last two games, but hasn't been impressive. Markieff Morris and Christian Wood […]

Blake Griffin Might Play on Wednesday

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (knee) is a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Griffin was only able to play 15 minutes on Sunday before exiting with knee pain. He didn't suit up on Monday, so fantasy owners will have to wait and see how much progress he makes over the next […]

Eric Paschall Should Return on Wednesday

Golden State Warriors forward Eric Paschall (hip) will return to the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He's missed the last two games due to a left hip issue. He's not expected to be limited at all, so fantasy owners should feel safe about using Paschall on Wednesday. Damion Lee will […]

Cameron Johnson is Doubtful Against Clippers

Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson (hip) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Devin Booker (forearm) is expected to join Johnson on the sideline for this one. Mikal Bridges and Ricky Rubio are going to see heavy minutes without either of those guys in the rotation. Both Bridges and Rubio […]

Devin Booker is Doubtful for Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (forearm) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. There's a good chance that Booker is going to miss his third straight game due to a forearm contusion. Mikal Bridges is expected to draw another start and he'll be worth a look as a streaming option […]

Isaiah Thomas Will Play Monday

Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas (calf) will play in Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Thomas has missed the last five games due to a left calf strain. He'll be back in the starting five on Monday, according to head coach Scott Brooks. Ish Smith will lose most of his streaming appeal, while Troy Brown's […]

Andre Drummond is Available for Monday

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (eye) is available for Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. He didn't play on Saturday, but it appears Drummond feels well enough to suit up here. Blake Griffin (knee) won't suit up, so Drummond will be asked to carry the load. Christian Wood and Markieff Morris will fill in for […]

Blake Griffin is Out on Monday

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. Griffin had an MRI on his left knee on Sunday, so fantasy owners will have to wait for those results to be revealed. Markieff Morris and Christian Wood will see increased playing time with Griffin sidelined. Wood is […]

Fred Vanvleet is Doubtful Against Cavs

Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet (knee) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's been sidelined for about a week due to a right knee contusion. He'll likely test out his knee during warmups, so fantasy owners will have to wait until then. Norman Powell has seen an increased role with […]

Austin Rivers is Probable for Monday

Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers (finger) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He recently returned from an illness, but Rivers is dealing with a sprained left finger now. It sounds like he'll be fine for Monday, but Ben McLemore would get more minutes if Rivers sits. McLemore is looking […]

Kevin Huerter is Questionable for Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He left Sunday's game due to a left shoulder contusion and didn't return. It's possible that the Hawks were just being cautious and it's a minor issue. More information should be known on Tuesday, so fantasy owners […]

Isaiah Thomas Might Play on Monday

Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He was able to go through shootaround, so there's a chance he returns for this one after missing five straight games. Ish Smith would lose most of his streaming appeal with Thomas back in the rotation. Troy Brown might lose […]

Robert Williams is Out Three Weeks

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams (hip) is going to be sidelined for at least the next three weeks. He's been diagnosed with a bone edema in his left hip and will be re-evaluated in three weeks. Daniel Theis and Enes Kanter will be asked to split up the minutes at center. Theis has more fantasy […]

Jae Crowder is Expected to Play on Monday

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jae Crowder (ankle) is expected to suit up for Monday's game against the Miami Heat. He's dealing with left ankle soreness, but should be out there unless he suffers a setback during warmups. Kyle Anderson would see increased minutes if Crowder is unable to play. However, Anderson hasn't been impressive this season […]