Rasmus Ristolainen Unavailable Thursday

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (undisclosed) will not play in Thursday's contest against the Tampa Bay Lightning. According to Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia, Ristolainen is "banged up", suggesting he isn't dealing with a serious injury. However, the Finnish blue-liner needs to take some time off to heal. Egor Zamula will re-enter the lineup […]

Nikita Kucherov Out Against Flyers

Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov (illness) will not play on Thursday against the Philadelphia Flyers. He will come out of the lineup after the team initially regarded Kucherov as a game-time decision for the contest. Defenseman Darren Raddysh will also exit the lineup, with Mitchell Chaffee and Cam Atkinson rejoining the action on […]

Yegor Chinakhov Sits Out Thursday's Game

Columbus Blue Jackets winger Yegor Chinakhov will be scratched for Thursday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Russian forward recently returned from a back injury and will come out of the lineup after playing in four games. Chinakhov has not scored any points since his return and went minus-six in limited ice time, so […]

Brandin Podziemski Out On Thursday

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (back) will not be available for Thursday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings. The second-year player injured his back last week and will miss a third consecutive game. Buddy Hield and Gary Payton II are getting extra work off the bench with Podziemski out. Both players impressed in Monday's victory […]

Yves Missi Questionable Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (ankle) is considered questionable for Thursday's contest against the Orlando Magic. Kelly Olynyk (personal) has already been ruled out, and if Missi ends up sitting on Thursday, the team will need to rely on Karlo Matkovic and Mo Bamba to do the business at the five position. Matkovic has […]

Kelly Olynyk Misses Second Consecutive Game Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Kelly Olynyk (personal) will not play in Thursday's matchup against the Orlando Magic. Olynyk missed Tuesday's clash against the Los Angeles Clippers for rest purposes and has now been ruled out for personal reasons. Bruce Brown stepped into the starting unit in Olynyk's absence on Tuesday, producing 12 points, five rebounds, […]

Josh Giddey Will Be "Out For A Little Bit"

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) has been listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets, but head coach Billy Donovan has effectively ruled him out. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Donovan mentioned that Giddey is "going to be out for a little bit." Giddey himself also confirmed that he won't play. Lonzo […]

Lonzo Ball Unlikely To Play Thursday

Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) is expected to sit out a sixth consecutive game on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets, as the team lists him as doubtful on the injury report. He hasn't seen any action so far this month due to a right wrist sprain. With Ball injured, Tre Jones has received […]

Bilal Coulibaly Unavailable Thursday

Washington Wizards guard/forward Bilal Coulibaly (hip) will miss a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Detroit Pistons. He hasn't recovered from a hip contusion Coulibaly suffered on Monday against the Toronto Raptors. Justin Champagnie may receive another start in Coulibaly's place, with Corey Kispert contributing more off the bench. Champagnie struggled to make a […]

Malcolm Brogdon Remains Out Against Pistons

Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (ankle) will remain sidelined for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Just before the All-Star break, Brogdon sprained his left ankle and has not seen any action since play resumed. On Thursday, he will be out for an 11th consecutive game. The veteran is expected to return before the end […]

Mikael Backlund Sustains An Upper-Body Injury Wednesday

Calgary Flames forward Mikael Backlund (upper body) will not be able to complete Wednesday's contest against the Vancouver Canucks. After logging only five shifts and 2:58 of ice time, Backlund exited the game due to an upper-body injury, and the team has ruled him out for the rest of the night. Backlund had a chance […]

Joey Daccord Looks To End Losing Streak Against Canadiens

Seattle Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord will start in Wednesday's clash against the Montreal Canadiens. The 28-year-old will look to end a three-game losing streak, having dropped consecutive decisions against Minnesota, Nashville, and Washington while giving up 11 goals. The poor spell has dropped his record to 21-18-3. Daccord has registered a 2.65 goals-against average with […]

Patrik Laine Returns To Action Wednesday

Montreal Canadiens winger Patrik Laine (illness) will re-enter the lineup on Wednesday against the Seattle Kraken. He returns to action after missing two games due to an illness, replacing Joel Armia (upper body) in the lineup. Laine's fantasy stock had been trending down recently, as he has averaged only 11:35 of ice time this month. […]

Mattias Janmark Misses Practice Due To Illness

Edmonton Oilers center Mattias Janmark (illness) did not practice on Wednesday, leaving his status uncertain for Thursday's matchup against the New Jersey Devils. According to Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch, Janmark missed the practice session due to an illness. Janmark has been an inconsistent offensive contributor for the Oilers in 2024-25. In 63 games, he […]

Mattias Ekholm To Miss Three-Game Road Trip

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) is likely to miss three more games. He has already been sidelined for three games and will miss at least a few additional contests, as the Swedish veteran did not travel with the team for a three-game road trip. The positive news for the team is that John Klingberg […]

Chris Tanev Could Return To Action Thursday

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (upper body) practiced on Wednesday and might be ready to rejoin the action on Thursday against the Florida Panthers. He has missed six games due to an upper-body injury. "I don't know, it's day to day here," Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube said Wednesday. "We will make a […]

Ville Husso Starts For Ducks Wednesday

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Ville Husso will make his team debut in Wednesday's matchup against the Utah Hockey Club. The Finnish netminder was picked up by the Ducks on Feb. 25 in a trade with the Detroit Red Wings, but he has only seen AHL action with the organization so far, going 3-1-0 with the San […]

Domantas Sabonis May Return To Kings Lineup Thursday

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) went through full practice on Wednesday and has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. This is fantastic news for the Kings and fantasy managers alike, considering Sabonis was ruled out indefinitely just a week ago with a Grade 1 hamstring strain. Jonas Valanciunas […]

Rudy Gobert Suiting Up Against Nuggets

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) will be in the lineup on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. The French big man is dealing with a lingering back injury, but the team has upgraded his status from questionable to available ahead of Wednesday's tip-off. On Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs, Gobert returned from a 10-game […]

Aaron Gordon Ruled Out Against Timberwolves

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf) will skip a second consecutive game on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Gordon was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report, so it was always unlikely that he would be in the lineup. Russell Westbrook looks set for another start on Wednesday, while Peyton Watson and Zeke Nnaji […]

Jamal Murray Upgraded To Available Wednesday

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He landed on the injury report due to left ankle inflammation, but Denver has upgraded him from probable to available. Following a couple of quiet outings, Murray kicked off this week with a bang, pouring in […]

Nikola Jokic Available Wednesday

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (elbow, ankle) will play Wednesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Denver's star man is currently a bit banged up, dealing with elbow and ankle issues, but the team has upgraded Jokic from probable to available. Jokic has posted five double-doubles in his past nine outings and is averaging 26.4 points, […]

Matisse Thybulle Available For Season Debut Wednesday Night

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Matisse Thybulle (ankle) is ready for his season debut on Wednesday against the New York Knicks. The defensive specialist has faced tough luck with injuries in the 2024-25 season, undergoing a knee procedure and suffering a Grade 2 right ankle sprain. Thybulle is not expected to take on a major role […]

Robert Williams III Ready For Action Against Knicks

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will be active on Wednesday against the New York Knicks after being cleared to return from a 10-game absence. Williams III has recovered from a left knee sprain and will provide much-needed depth at the center position, especially with Deandre Ayton (calf) still out of the lineup. […]

Jerami Grant Out Against Knicks

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against the New York Knicks. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out. This will be Grant's second consecutive absence due to a right knee tendinitis. When Grant exited the lineup on Monday against the Golden State Warriors, Deni Avdija filled his […]

Damian Lillard Probable For Thursday's Action

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard (groin) is considered probable for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He is managing a groin issue, but Lillard has made nine consecutive appearances and is expected to remain in the lineup on Thursday. Lillard was off form last time out against the Indiana Pacers, shooting only 4-for-14 […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Likely To Play Against Lakers

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is expected to be in uniform for Thursday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. The team lists him as probable on the injury report. Despite being a regular on the injury list, Antetokounmpo has made 11 consecutive appearances. He had scored 30-plus points in three straight games before settling […]

Luka Doncic Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's marquee matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Last weekend, Doncic battled a back problem, and he is now on the injury report with right ankle soreness. If Doncic is out on Thursday, Austin Reaves should run the backcourt, with Gabe Vincent […]

Brandon Williams Good To Go Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams (hamstring) will play in Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He will be back in the lineup after missing Monday's meeting with the Spurs due to a tight hamstring. With several regulars out of the lineup for Dallas, Williams has started to make a name for himself. The […]

Devin Vassell Available Against Mavericks

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell (wrist) has been given the green light to play in Wednesday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Initially, Vassell was listed as questionable on the injury report for the game. It's been an up-and-down year for Vassell in 2024-25, but he is currently enjoying his best stretch of the season. […]