Jiri Kulich Sustains An Upper-Body Injury Saturday

Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (upper body) failed to complete Saturday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. He was injured in the second period when Kulich absorbed a big hit from Vegas forward Brett Howden. Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff told reporters that Kulich was doing "pretty good" after the game. However, it remains to […]

Tyler Myers Set To Return Against Blackhawks

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers (undisclosed) is expected to return to action on Saturday against the Chicago Blackhawks. He didn't play on Wednesday versus the Calgary Flames due to an undisclosed injury. On Friday, Myers was back in practice, and he will likely replace Elias Pettersson in the Canucks defense on Saturday. Myers plays a […]

Nikita Kucherov Good To Go Against Bruins

Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov (illness) will hop back into the lineup on Saturday against the Boston Bruins. He has been cleared for Saturday's tilt after missing Thursday's matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers due to an illness. The Russian star will re-enter the lineup on the second line, with Yanni Gourde starting the […]

Yegor Chinakhov Rejoins Blue Jackets Lineup Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets winger Yegor Chinakhov will re-enter the lineup for Saturday's tilt against the New York Rangers. He was scratched in favor of Christian Fischer on Thursday against the Vegas Golden Knights. Fischer was ineffective in the game, finishing with zero shots on goal and a minus-one rating in a 4-0 loss. Columbus will […]

Joel Armia Expected To Return On Saturday

Montreal Canadiens right wing Joel Armia (hand) is on track to return to the lineup on Saturday against the Florida Panthers. He was unavailable for Wednesday's clash against the Seattle Kraken due to an arm injury. Patrik Laine took Armia's spot in the lineup, returning from an illness. On Saturday, Michael Pezzetta is expected to […]

Brady Tkachuk Available Saturday

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (hip) will play in Saturday's big matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He exited early on Thursday against the Boston Bruins due to a hip injury, but the Senators captain will not have to miss any additional time. Before departing Thursday's contest, Tkachuk extended his point streak to eight games […]

Adam Fox Ready To Rejoin Rangers Lineup

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (upper body) has been activated from Injured Reserve and is poised to rejoin the lineup on Saturday against the Columbus Blue Jackets. He has missed eight games due to an upper-body injury. Fox should reclaim his spot on the first defensive pairing and the top power-play unit. K'Andre Miller's […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Expected To Be Available Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (ankle) is on the injury report for Saturday's contest against the Indiana Pacers, but he is expected to play, as the team has given him a probable designation. The 24-year-old is battling a left ankle sprain. Porter Jr. was outstanding at both ends in Thursday's win over the […]

Damian Lillard Listed As Probable For Saturday's Game

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard (groin) once again holds a probable tag on the injury report entering Saturday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. He has been a regular on the report due to groin soreness, but Lillard has made 10 consecutive appearances. During this stretch, Lillard has averaged 23.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.9 […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Probable For Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is considered probable for Saturday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. The two-time MVP is likely to remain in the lineup despite dealing with a left calf strain. Antetokounmpo started this week with a 19-point, 17-rebound double-double against the Pacers, and it has been a matchup that has suited him […]

Trendon Watford Will Miss Saturday's Game

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Trendon Watford (hamstring) will not play on Saturday against the Boston Celtics. The matchup marks the beginning of a back-to-back set, and Watford will exit the lineup on Saturday to manage a left hamstring injury. Brooklyn's frontcourt will be extremely thin on Saturday, meaning fantasy managers can expect to see plenty of […]

Nicolas Claxton Resting On Saturday

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (rest) will skip Saturday's contest against the Boston Celtics. The team plans to rest him for the first leg of a back-to-back. It's safe to assume Claxton will be reinserted in the lineup for Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Noah Clowney (ankle) and Trendon Watford (hamstring) also won't feature […]

Noah Clowney To Remain Out Against Celtics

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (ankle) will miss a second consecutive game on Saturday against the Boston Celtics. Clowney has struggled with ankle injuries recently, playing in only three games since February. With Clowney sidelined, Ziaire Williams and Jalen Wilson may pick up a few extra shifts. Williams has had a solid run as a […]

Cam Thomas Sits Out First Leg Of Back-To-Back Saturday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (hamstring) will not be in the lineup on Saturday against the Boston Celtics. Brooklyn will give the talented scorer some time off to manage a hamstring injury as the team begins a back-to-back set. Thomas is likely to return to action on Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks. Keon Johnson stepped […]

Cody Martin Cleared To Return Friday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Cody Martin (abdomen) will be active on Friday against the Sacramento Kings. He is set to end a lengthy absence, having last taken the court on Jan. 24 when he was still a member of the Charlotte Hornets. The 29-year-old has been dealing with a sports hernia. Considering the team's struggles, Phoenix […]

Trey Lyles Misses Friday's Game Due To Back Soreness

Sacramento Kings forward/center Trey Lyles (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He was added late to the injury report due to lower back soreness. Lyles will have the entire weekend to recover, as the Kings' next game is not until Monday when they host the Memphis Grizzlies. Jake LaRavia […]

Trey Jemison III Unavailable Against Nuggets

Los Angeles Lakers center Trey Jemison III (illness) will sit out Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The big man has failed to shake off an illness, with the team downgrading Jemison III from questionable to out. Additionally, Jaxson Hayes (knee) and Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) will not be available on Friday to cover minutes at […]

Gabe Vincent Sits Out Friday's Game

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers are wrapping up a back-to-back on Friday and are giving Vincent a night off after he played 26 minutes in Thursday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Vincent's absence boosts the fantasy value of Jordan Goodwin […]

Dorian Finney-Smith Sidelined On Friday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) will not play on Friday against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran is suffering from an ankle injury and will exit the lineup after playing 30 minutes in Thursday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht are in a prime position to benefit from Finney-Smith's absence […]

Domantas Sabonis Back In Action On Friday

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) will return to the lineup on Friday against the Phoenix Suns. He has shaken off a questionable tag ahead of the action and is ready to rejoin the fun after sitting out the past six games. Jonas Valanciunas filled in admirably for Sabonis during his time out, but he […]

Zeke Nnaji Active On Friday

Denver Nuggets forward/center Zeke Nnaji (ankle) will be in the lineup for Friday's tilt against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 24-year-old continues to nurse an ankle sprain but is ready to make his 19th consecutive appearance. Nnaji has become a regular in the rotation over the last couple of months, but his fantasy value is […]

Christian Braun Cleared To Face Lakers

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (foot) will be active on Friday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was a late addition to the injury report due to foot inflammation. However, Braun has been cleared to play, with the team upgrading his status from probable to available. Braun had a bad time in the last game […]

Aaron Gordon Returns To Nuggets Lineup Friday

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf) will rejoin the lineup for Friday's showdown against the Los Angeles Lakers. He has been dealing with a calf injury throughout the campaign and missed the first two games of the week. Russell Westbrook will likely return to the bench with Gordon back in the fold. Gordon's production has […]

Jamal Murray Good To Go Friday Night

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) will suit up for Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. He has been upgraded from probable to available before tip-off. The Canadian star will continue to play despite dealing with inflammation in his left knee. Murray struggled in the last game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring 12 […]

Nikola Jokic Available Against Lakers

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (elbow, ankle) will be on the court in Friday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers. The three-time MVP will remain in the lineup despite dealing with a couple of health issues. He had a probable tag on the initial injury report. It remains to be seen if he will also […]

Ochai Agbaji Out On Friday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Ochai Agbaji (ankle) is not healthy enough to return to the lineup on Friday against the Utah Jazz. The team has downgraded his status from questionable to out. Agbaji will miss a seventh consecutive contest. With Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) and Gradey Dick (knee) also out of commission, Jamison Battle and A.J. Lawson […]

Scottie Barnes Active Versus Jazz

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Scottie Barnes (hand) will play in Friday's matchup against the Utah Jazz. Initially, there was concern he might miss a second consecutive game when the team listed him as questionable on the injury report. Fortunately, he has made a swift recovery from a hand sprain. Barnes enters Friday's game with three double-doubles […]

De'Andre Hunter Returns To Action Against Grizzlies

Cleveland Cavaliers forward De'Andre Hunter (illness) will rejoin the lineup for Friday's tilt against the Memphis Grizzlies. The talented scorer has recently battled an illness but is ready to return to action after sitting out one game. Hunter has averaged 14.3 points and 4.3 rebounds in 24.9 minutes with the Cavaliers since coming over from […]

Stephon Castle Joins Starting Lineup Friday

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle will be entered into the starting lineup on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. This was an expected move after star guard De'Aaron Fox (finger) was ruled out for the remainder of the season. Castle has been used as a starter in the past, but he has been coming off […]

Kai Jones Out Against Rockets

Dallas Mavericks center Kai Jones (quadriceps) will not be in the lineup on Friday against the Houston Rockets. The athletic big man has been downgraded from questionable to out, marking his sixth consecutive missed contest. With Jones still out on Friday, Dwight Powell looks set to remain in the rotation. However, the Canadian center has […]