Jake Walman To Remain Out For Fifth Consecutive Game

San Jose Sharks defenseman Jake Walman (lower body) will miss a fifth consecutive game on Thursday against Tampa Bay. He's struggling to shake off a lower-body injury. Walman's absence has left the Sharks without their top-scoring defenseman. The 28-year-old has notched 25 points (five goals, 20 assists) in 31 outings during an impressive campaign. Shakir […]

Samuel Ersson Labeled As Day-To-Day

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson (lower body) is considered day-to-day. He has sustained a lower-body injury for the third time this season. Health issues have limited Ersson to just 18 starts, with the Swedish netminder posting a 9-6-2 record. He has logged a 3.02 goals-against average with a .884 save percentage and one shutout. Aleksei […]

Valeri Nichushkin Out On Thursday

Colorado Avalanche winger Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) will not suit up for Thursday's matchup against Buffalo. He sustained a lower-body injury on Tuesday versus Winnipeg. Per Avalanche play-by-play announcer Conor McGahey, head coach Jared Bednar has described Nichushkin's injury as "more of a minor deal." This suggests that the Russian forward can make a relatively […]

Kirill Kaprizov Likely Out For At Least Two More Games

Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) will likely sit out at least two more games. According to The Athletic's Michael Russo, Kaprizov is not expected to join the team for an upcoming two-game road trip. The Wild star last played on Dec. 23, missing three games. Minnesota has also placed Kaprizov on injured […]

Auston Matthews Remains Out On Thursday

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (upper body) will be sidelined for a sixth consecutive game on Thursday against the Islanders. Matthews returned to practice this week but isn't ready to rejoin the lineup yet. However, his comeback appears to be close, and Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube has not ruled Matthews out for […]

Darcy Kuemper Logs 33-Save Shutout Against Devils

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper was at the top of his game in Wednesday's matchup against New Jersey, recording his second shutout of the season with 33 saves in a 3-0 win. Kuemper's work helped the Kings register an eighth consecutive home win, with the veteran netminder extending his personal point streak to eight […]

Gabe Vincent Iffy To Face Trail Blazers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) is regarded as questionable for Thursday's game against Portland. He might be out for a second straight contest due to a left oblique strain. Vincent has logged a few starts lately but typically doesn't play a big role in the rotation. Throughout the season, Vincent has averaged 18.9 […]

Dalano Banton Considered Questionable Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Dalano Banton (hip) has been listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Lakers. He missed almost the entire second half of December, playing in only one of the last six games. Now, Banton might also have to sit out the first game in January. With […]

Alex Caruso Sits Out Thursday's Action

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (hip) will remain out for Thursday's tilt against the Clippers. His absence stretches to five games as Caruso battles a left hip strain. Ajay Mitchell will likely continue to have an expanded role on Thursday. He has played well at times during Caruso's absence but disappointed on Tuesday against […]

Jerami Grant Ruled Out For Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (face) will not suit up for Thursday's clash with the Lakers. He must sit out a second consecutive game due to a facial contusion. Deni Avdija will likely earn another start because of Grant's absence. The talented forward left many fantasy managers frustrated with his 10 turnovers on Monday […]

Gary Payton II Misses Fourth Straight Game

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (calf) will not play against Philadelphia on Thursday, missing his fourth consecutive contest. Payton II suffered a mild calf strain against the Lakers on Christmas Day, and there was initially hope that he could return to action in one week. However, the defensive specialist hasn't been cleared to […]

Draymond Green Probable For Thursday's Game

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) has been listed as probable for Thursday's tilt against Philadelphia. Green has been in and out of the lineup recently and might sit out on Thursday due to a lower back contusion. Kyle Anderson (illness) started the most recent game that Green missed, but he's considered questionable to […]

Jalen Suggs Good To Go Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (wrist) will be active against Detroit on Wednesday. Orlando has upgraded him from probable to available. A wrist injury limited Suggs to just 13 minutes in the previous game against Brooklyn. Suggs is having a career year in 2024-25 and should continue leading the Magic in Wednesday's favorable matchup against […]

Dalen Terry Cleared To Play Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward Dalen Terry (ankle) will remain in the lineup on Wednesday against Washington. There was a small question mark over him when Chicago placed Terry on the injury report with a probable tag. He's nursing a right ankle sprain. However, the injury isn't serious enough to keep Terry off the court. The 22-year-old […]

Jalen Smith Available On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (ankle) will play against Washington on Wednesday. The team has upgraded him from probable to available. Smith will continue to work as Nikola Vucevic's backup at the center position. This severely limits his fantasy appeal, but Smith did well in the role on Monday against Charlotte. He finished a 115-108 […]

Zach LaVine Returns To Action Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Zach LaVine (toe) will jump back into the lineup on Wednesday versus Washington. He has been upgraded from questionable to available. Julian Phillips, who started in LaVine's place on Monday against Charlotte, is set to land back in a bench role. LaVine is expected to do a lot of damage on Wednesday […]

Torrey Craig Will Not Play On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig (lower leg) has been ruled out for Wednesday's meeting with Washington. Chicago has downgraded him from doubtful to out. This is unfortunate for the veteran, who just put together his best performance of the season with 18 points on Monday versus Charlotte. However, Craig reached the 20-minute mark for only […]

Bub Carrington Active On Wednesday

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (head) will suit up for Wednesday's tilt against Chicago. Carrington's participation in the contest was initially under doubt after he took a knee to the head on Monday versus the Knicks. However, the team has upgraded him from questionable to available. Carrington has battled out a regular starting role for […]

Jalen Johnson Picks Up A Questionable Tag

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) has been added to the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Denver. He's been labeled as questionable due to right shoulder soreness. Johnson's third absence of the season could mean a larger role for De'Andre Hunter, who is among the league's most productive bench scorers. Garrison Mathews and […]

John Collins Ruled Out For Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) will remain out for Wednesday's tilt against the Knicks. The team had downgraded Collins from doubtful to out. A number of players have gotten looks in the starting unit with Collins missing. Johnny Juzang was the most recent one to fill in for him, posting 14 points and four […]

Duncan Robinson In Danger Of Missing A Second Straight Game

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's clash against New Orleans. He might be absent for a second straight game due to a right foot strain. With Terry Rozier suspended for Wednesday's contest, Alec Burks could be the next man in line to shine off the Heat bench. Burks hasn't had much […]

Bub Carrington Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (head) is questionable to play against Chicago on Wednesday. He was hit in the head during Monday's loss to the Knicks and has been suffering from a post-traumatic headache. Carrington's absence on Wednesday could open up additional playing time for players like Corey Kispert, Kyshawn George, and Jared Butler. Malcolm […]

Jose Alvarado Considered Doubtful Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jose Alvarado (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Miami. Alvarado has rejoined practice at full capacity and is nearing his return to action, but it looks like his comeback will not happen in Wednesday's game. The feisty guard last played on […]

Keegan Murray Unlikely To Play On Wednesday

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (ankle) is doubtful to play on Wednesday versus Philadelphia. He's nursing soreness in his left ankle. Murray has missed only one game this season so far. Doug McDermott replaced him in the starting five versus Denver on Dec. 16. The veteran has had three starts overall in 2024-25, averaging 8.7 […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Likely Out For Another Game

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (lower leg) has been labeled as doubtful for Wednesday's game against Denver. He will likely miss a fifth consecutive game with a lower leg contusion. Garrison Mathews has played an expanded role during Bogdanovic's absence and should remain in the rotation for Wednesday's action. He's gone for 14.8 points with […]

Dyson Daniels On Track To Return Versus Nuggets

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Dyson Daniels (illness) appears ready to rejoin the action on Wednesday versus Denver, with the team listing him as probable for the game. The NBA's steals leader has missed two games due to an illness. Vit Krejci will return to a backup role on Wednesday with Daniels active. The 21-year-old has made […]

Trae Young Listed As Probable For Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against Denver. After carrying a heel contusion for a bit, Young is back on the injury report with right Achilles tendinitis. The star guard has skipped just two games all season, so he will likely be available on Wednesday, which limits Vit Krejci's […]

Ivan Ivan Out Week-To-Week

Colorado Avalanche center Ivan Ivan (upper body) is considered week-to-week. The team has placed him on Injured Reserve ahead of Tuesday's contest against Winnipeg. Ivan has amassed five goals and eight points in 37 appearances during his rookie campaign. While filling in for injured teammates in a larger role earlier in the season, Ivan had […]

Radek Faksa Misses Winter Classic

St. Louis Blues center Radek Faksa (lower body) will not play in Tuesday's Winter Classic against Chicago. After sustaining a skate cut on his leg, Faksa has featured just once in the past nine games and isn't ready to play in Tuesday's special matchup. The veteran centerman has picked up seven points (two goals, five […]

Jeff Skinner Re-Enters Oilers Lineup Tuesday

Edmonton Oilers left wing Jeff Skinner will re-enter the lineup on Tuesday against Utah. Skinner's season has not gone well, and he was named a healthy scratch on Sunday versus Anaheim. On Tuesday, he will be welcomed back in the lineup, with Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch also planning to do some line shuffling. Skinner, […]