Dirk Nowitzki Will Play on Friday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dirk Nowitzki (illness) will play in Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. He has missed the last two games due to an illness and rest. However, he's only seeing minutes in the teens off the bench, so Nowitzki can be left on the waiver wire.

Rudy Gay Has No Timetable to Return

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay (wrist) has no timetable to return and is out indefinitely. Gay has missed three straight games and four of the last six due to a sprained left wrist. Hopefully it's something that will only sideline him for a week or so and fantasy owners can get him back soon. […]

Myles Turner Ruled Out on Friday

Indiana Pacers forward/center Myles Turner (shoulder) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the New York Knicks. This marks the fourth straight game that Turner has missed in a row. Domantas Sabonis will draw another start and be a popular DFS option for Friday. Kyle O'Quinn will see increased playing time off the bench.

Derrick Rose is Uncertain for Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose (ankle) was able to go through shootaround, but it's still unclear if he'll play against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. Rose has missed six straight games and is targeting a return for Friday. It sounds like he'll test his ankle pregame and go from there. It's unknown what kind of […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is Doubtful for Friday

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (quad, hip) has been downgraded to doubtful for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He played fantastic on Wednesday, but landed on the injury report on Thursday due to right quadriceps soreness/left hip contusion. Ersan Ilyasova would see big minutes without Antetokounmpo on the court. IIyasova would be worth looking […]

Eric Bledsoe is Questionable for Friday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He played 28 minutes during Wednesday's game, but apparently is dealing with some hamstring soreness. George Hill and Malcolm Brogdon would see increased playing time without Bledsoe. Fantasy owners should check back later in the day.

Larry Nance Jr. Likely Out Two Weeks

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (knee) could miss up to two weeks due to an MCL sprain. He did not play on Wednesday and it appears he's going to miss multiple games. Tristan Thompson is likely going to benefit the most from this, but Channing Frye and Ante Zizic could see more minutes as […]

Marvin Bagley Will Be Available on Thursday

Sacramento Kings forward/center Marvin Bagley (knee) has been removed from the injury report for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He returned from a left knee injury on Monday, but was held out during Tuesday's contest. He should be back to playing his normal role on Thursday. Harry Giles will likely be pushed out of […]

LeBron James Won't Play on Friday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) will not travel with the team for Friday's game against the Utah Jazz. This will mark the ninth straight game that James has missed as he stays in L.A. to be re-evaluated. Josh Hart should continue drawing the starts, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope benefits as well. James might be […]

Enes Kanter is Questionable Against Pacers

New York Knicks center Enes Kanter (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Kanter sat out of Thursday's practice due to an illness, but the severity is unknown right now. Mitchell Robinson (ankle, groin) has already been ruled out. Luke Kornet would see heavy minutes without Kanter in the rotation.

Devonte' Graham is Questionable for Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Graham was forced to exit early during Tuesday's game due to a right ankle sprain. Jeremy Lamb is back healthy, so Graham won't have much of an impact anyway. Graham can be left on the waiver wire […]

Frank Ntilikina is Doubtful for Friday

New York Knicks guard Frank Ntilikina (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Ntilikina was able to do some work during Thursday's practice, but called himself doubtful for Friday. Trey Burke and Emmanuel Mudiay would see increased playing time without Ntilikina on the court.

Iman Shumpert is Questionable on Thursday

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Iman Shumpert (finger) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He did not play in Monday or Tuesday's game, so it's unclear if he'll actually be healthy enough to suit up for this one. Bogdan Bogdanovic would start while Yogi Ferrell would see increased playing time as the […]

Robert Covington is Out Indefinitely

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Robert Covington (ankle) is out indefinitely, according to head coach Ryan Saunders. Covington has a bone bruise in his ankle and it appears he's going to be out multiple weeks. Josh Okogie will continue seeing increased playing time with Covington sidelined. However, he won't play enough to warrant owning in fantasy leagues.

J.J. Redick is Questionable for Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard J.J. Redick (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He missed Tuesday's game and it appears he's going to be a game-time decision for this one. Furkan Korkmaz drew the start on Tuesday, but Landry Shamet dropped 29 points off the bench and would be an interesting […]

Jonas Valanciunas Expected to Miss A Month

Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas (thumb) is expected to miss a month of game action. Valanciunas is now going through basketball activities with a splint on his hand. It sounds like he won't be back on the court until sometime in February. Serge Ibaka, Greg Monroe, and Chris Boucher will hold down the center spot […]

Darren Collison is Questionable for Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard Darren Collison (leg) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Collison was listed as probable for Tuesday's game and was still able to play. It sounds like Collison is closer to probable, but fantasy owners should check back closer to game time just in case.

Myles Turner Ruled Out on Wednesday

Indiana Pacers forward/center Myles Turner (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. This will be the third straight game that Turner has missed due to a sore right shoulder. Domantas Sabonis will draw the start while Kyle O'Quinn gets increased minutes as the backup. Both players are worth a look […]

DeMarre Carroll, Joe Harris Will Play on Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll (knee) and guard/forward Joe Harris (ankle) are available for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Both players missed Monday's game, but will be back in action for this one. Shabazz Napier and Rodions Kurucs will lose value and minutes with Carroll and Harris returning.

Dennis Smith Jr. is Questionable Against Suns

Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He wasn't able to practice on Tuesday and continues to deal with back tightness. Jalen Brunson would draw another start if Smith is unable to play. Luka Doncic (back) is questionable, but he'd run the offense without […]

Luka Doncic is Questionable on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Luka Doncic (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Doncic is dealing with a lower back strain, but it doesn't sound serious. He's only missed one game this season and it'll likely take more than a back strain to keep him sidelined. However, fantasy owners should check […]

Mohamed Bamba Downgraded to Questionable

Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba (foot) has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Nikola Vucevic would be forced into heavy minutes without Bamba in the rotation. Vucevic would be a solid DFS option given a heavier role on Wednesday. Fantasy owners should check back closer to tip-off.

Devin Booker is Questionable Against Mavericks

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Booker did not play on Tuesday and it's looking like he'll miss his second straight game on Wednesday. Josh Jackson would be in line to draw another start, while Troy Daniels should see increased minutes without Booker in […]

Nikola Mirotic is Questionable for Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Nikola Mirotic (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mirotic seemed fine after Tuesday's practice, so there is a good chance he'll be able to suit up for this one. Julius Randle could lose some value and minutes with Mirotic back in the rotation. Fantasy […]

Grayson Allen Getting Close to A Return

Utah Jazz guard Grayson Allen (ankle) is getting closer to a return to the court. Allen hasn't played since December 12 due to a sprained right ankle. Ricky Rubio (hamstring), Dante Exum (ankle) and Thabo Sefolosha (hamstring) are all sidelined, so Allen could find his way into the rotation. However, he'll most likely not be […]

Kevin Huerter is Probable on Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks guard /forward Kevin Huerter (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Huerter was downgraded to questionable on Tuesday after shootaround, but he must be feeling better on Wednesday. Jeremy Lin should return to the bench, assuming Huerter is able to play against the Nets.

Nerlens Noel Suffers Concussion on Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Nerlens Noel (concussion) could be sidelined a few games after suffering a concussion during Tuesday's game. Noel was carted off the court after taking an elbow to the face from Andrew Wiggins. It appears that Noel has avoided any serious injuries, so just a day-to-day type of issue. Steven Adams and […]

Kevin Love Could Be Out Until All-Star Break

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Kevin Love (toe) could be sidelined until after the All-Star break. "I think I’ll get more of an idea of that [how his toe feels] over the next couple weeks," Love said. It sounds like Love won't be back anytime soon, so he should be on the waiver wire in any leagues […]

Dillon Brooks Likely Done For The Season

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Dillon Brooks (toe) is expected to undergo a procedure on his right toe and likely miss the rest of the season. Brooks was only averaging minutes in the teens, so this shouldn't be a big blow to fantasy rosters. He can obviously be dropped in all formats now. Kyle Anderson and Justin […]

DeMarre Carroll, Joe Harris Probable on Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll (knee) and guard/forward Joe Harris (ankle) are listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Both players are reportedly feeling better and are expected to play on Wednesday. Shabazz Napier and Rodions Kurucs will take a hit in value and minutes with Carroll and Harris likely returning.