De'Anthony Melton Sits Out First Leg of Back-to-Back

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) won't suit up for the first leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. Melton missed almost the entire 2024-25 campaign due to a torn ACL, and the team is managing his workload. The 27-year-old will likely be brought back into the lineup on Monday against […]

Jaxson Hayes Unlikely to Play Sunday

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (ankle) is expected to miss a second consecutive game on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings, as the team has listed him as doubtful on the injury report. Hayes is bothered by soreness in his left ankle. Luckily for the Lakers, they have starting center Deandre Ayton fully healthy and […]

Derrick Jones Jr. to Return From Knee Injury Sunday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He hasn't played since Nov. 16 due to an MCL sprain. Considering he has been out of action for well over a month, Jones Jr. will likely see only limited action on […]

Jock Landale in Danger of Missing Another Game Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale (calf) is considered questionable for Sunday's fabulous fantasy matchup against the Washington Wizards. Washington has allowed the second-most fantasy points to centers this season, but Landale may miss his opportunity to feast due to a sore right calf, which already kept him sidelined on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks. With […]

Vince Williams Jr. Won't Play Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will remain on the shelf Sunday against the Washington Wizards, missing a fifth consecutive game. The 25-year-old exited the lineup earlier this month with left patellar tendinitis, and his return date remains uncertain. Cam Spencer has recently taken on a larger role in the backcourt rotation and will […]

Robert Williams III Inactive on Sunday

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will sit out the first leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Boston Celtics. It would have been a special matchup for him against his former team, but Williams III also played on Friday night. By keeping him off the floor against Boston, the Trail Blazers […]

Jerami Grant to Sit Out Fifth Consecutive Game

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) won't be in the lineup for a fifth consecutive game on Sunday against the Boston Celtics. The veteran is struggling to shake off soreness in his left Achilles tendon. Kris Murray's workload has recently increased as Grant's replacement in the starting lineup, but his fantasy production has been […]

Brandin Podziemski Probable to Play Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) is considered probable for Sunday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He has sustained a left abdominal contusion, but this likely won't keep Podziemski off the court. The 22-year-old has had his most consistent stretch of the season lately, finishing with double-digit points in five consecutive games. He has […]

Jakob Poeltl to Miss Another Game Sunday

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's clash against the Golden State Warriors. He will miss a third consecutive game due to a lower back strain. Overall, Poeltl has played in only one of the last five games because of his back issue, and even then, he was limited to […]

RJ Barrett Listed as Questionable for Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's encounter with the Golden State Warriors. After missing time because of a knee sprain, the Canadian star practiced fully on Friday and could return from a 15-game absence on Sunday afternoon. With Barrett returning, Ochai Agbaji will move back to the bench, and […]

Paul George Probable for Meeting With Former Team

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. While George has managed a knee injury throughout the campaign, he has begun to play regularly, missing only one of the last eight games. In his most recent three appearances, George has struggled badly to hit shots, […]

Joel Embiid Won't Play on Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (ankle) will be absent on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been ruled out due to a sprained right ankle, while the former MVP also continues to manage a right knee injury. Embiid's exit from the lineup is a signal for fantasy managers to hop back on the […]

Kevin Love Resting on Saturday

Utah Jazz forward/center Kevin Love (rest) won't play on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs. The team has begun resting the veteran in back-to-back situations, and Love is getting Saturday off after a 14-point, five-rebound performance in 16 minutes in Friday's victory over the Detroit Pistons. Love's absence creates more playing opportunities for Kyle […]

Ace Bailey Misses Saturday's Action

Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (hip) will miss his first career game on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He injured his left hip during Friday's win over the Detroit Pistons, exiting the action after logging 11 minutes. The 19-year-old rookie made his 21st consecutive start on Friday night. On Saturday, Bailey will be replaced […]

Gary Trent Jr. Sits Out Second Straight Game

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Gary Trent Jr. (calf) will be absent for a second straight game on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. The veteran suffered a calf contusion in Tuesday's win over the Indiana Pacers and landed on the shelf Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies. Trent Jr. was initially listed as questionable for Saturday's action, […]

Trae Young Active Saturday Night

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (quadriceps) will play on Saturday night against the New York Knicks. Young only recently returned from injury, but the team is comfortable with him playing on back-to-back nights. On Friday, Young's efforts in 32 minutes resulted in 30 points, two rebounds, six assists, and one steal in a heavy […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Back in Action Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) has been officially cleared to play on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. He is ready to end a seven-game absence after the team initially listed Antetokounmpo as questionable on the injury report. The former MVP likely won't see his full workload on Saturday night, but he doesn't need to […]

Darius Garland Good to Go Against Rockets

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (illness) will play in Saturday's contest against the Houston Rockets. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness, but the team has upgraded Garland's status from probable to available. Cleveland's playmaker has looked sharp lately, posting two double-doubles in his last three games. On Saturday, […]

Victor Wembanyama Returns to Starting Lineup Saturday

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama will return to the starting lineup on Saturday against the Utah Jazz, ESPN's Michael C. Wright reports. Since missing 12 games due to a calf injury, the Spurs have used the French superstar off the bench to better manage his minutes. He has averaged only 21.7 minutes per game […]

Josh Giddey Cleared to Play Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) will suit up for Saturday's tilt against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bulls conclude a back-to-back, and Giddey was initially listed as questionable for the game after logging 33 minutes in Friday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. While Giddey had a poor shooting night on Friday, he still logged a […]

Alperen Sengun Unavailable Saturday

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (calf) will miss his third game of the season on Saturday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Turkish star played through a calf injury on Christmas Day against the Los Angeles Lakers but will take Saturday off to rest. Steve Adams will start at center for Houston, with Clint Capela moving […]

Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn Out Saturday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) and forward Ryan Dunn (knee) won't be in the lineup on Saturday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Allen will miss a fifth consecutive contest, while Dunn will exit the lineup after appearing in each of the last nine games. The young forward hurt his right knee in Friday's win […]

Mark Williams Available Saturday

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (knee) will be active on Saturday against the New Orleans Pelicans. The two teams meet for a second consecutive night in New Orleans, and Williams was initially considered questionable for the game due to right knee injury management. The injury-prone big man will play both games in a back-to-back situation […]

Goga Bitadze Misses Third Consecutive Game

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (knee) will miss a third consecutive game on Saturday against the Denver Nuggets. The Georgian giant hasn't been able to play this week after spraining his left knee. Since his departure from the lineup, Jonathan Isaac has taken on a few extra minutes. However, Isaac has not made a fantasy […]

Jalen Suggs Remains Out Saturday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (hip) will be out for a sixth consecutive game on Saturday against the Denver Nuggets. He continues to nurse a left hip contusion, and Suggs' absence allows Tyus Jones to start. Despite the starting role, Jones has not been a productive fantasy contributor. Anthony Black has benefited more from Suggs' […]

De'Aaron Fox Sits Out Saturday's Game

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (adductor) won't play in Saturday's matchup against the Utah Jazz. He picked up a questionable tag on the initial injury report and has now been ruled out due to an adductor issue. With Fox sidelined, Julian Champagnie could land back in the first unit on Saturday, though Dylan […]

Anthony Edwards Available Saturday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (shoulder) will play on Saturday night against the Brooklyn Nets. Initially, he was iffy for the contest after the team listed Edwards as questionable due to a shoulder injury. Edwards went for 44 points on Christmas Day against the Denver Nuggets and has thoroughly enjoyed December. He is averaging 30.3 […]

Ryan McDonagh Misses Saturday's Action

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh (undisclosed) won't suit up for Saturday's Battle of Florida against the Panthers. He has re-aggravated a previous injury, which recently sidelined McDonagh for 18 games. He made only three appearances before landing back on the shelf. The Lightning are expected to use Steven Santini as McDonagh's replacement in the […]

Jordan Kyrou, Jimmy Snuggerud Back for Blues Saturday

St. Louis Blues forwards Jordan Kyrou (lower body) and Jimmy Snuggerud (wrist) will return to action Saturday night against the Nashville Predators. Kyrou has missed nine games due to a lower-body injury, while Snuggerud is returning from a wrist injury that cost him 12 games. Both players will have middle-six roles and operate on St. […]

Tanner Jeannot Misses First Game of the Season

Boston Bruins winger Tanner Jeannot (undisclosed) will exit the lineup on Saturday, missing his first game of the season against the Buffalo Sabres. The power forward suffered an undisclosed injury in Tuesday's loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Jeannot leads the Bruins with 113 hits and has amassed 15 points (four goals, 11 assists) in 38 […]