Isaiah Hartenstein Won't Suit Up On Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) won't play on Monday night when his team hosts the Atlanta Hawks due to a left soleus strain. Hartenstein has missed several games with lower-body injuries this season, but it remains to be seen how much time he'll miss this time around. The Thunder will also be without […]

Alperen Sengun Sitting Out Another Game Monday

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (calf) will miss his second consecutive game on Monday with a left calf injury. Sengun also sat out Houston's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday. His minutes will be divided among Steven Adams and Clint Capela. Neither center is expected to contribute much on offense, although Adams should be […]

Trae Young Ruled Out Monday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (quad) won't play Monday when his team visits the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a right quad contusion. The Hawks will be thin on playmakers, with Jalen Johnson (illness) also ruled out. Forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will also be inactive. Guards Dyson Daniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker will be given more […]

Trae Young Questionable Monday With Quad Contusion

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (quad) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Oklahoma City due to a right quad contusion, adding uncertainty to an already thinned rotation with Jalen Johnson (illness) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) ruled out. If Young sits, Atlanta's offense would shift toward secondary creators. Dyson Daniels and Nickeil Alexander-Walker would […]

Josh Giddey Expected to Suit Up Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) is listed as probable for Monday's matchup against Minnesota after appearing on the injury report with a left ankle sprain. The designation suggests minimal risk of a workload reduction, keeping Giddey locked into a high-usage, playmaking role. The 23-year-old has produced across multiple categories over his last five, averaging […]

Alperen Sengun Could Miss Another Game Monday

Houston Rockets forward/center Alperen Sengun (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against Indiana after missing the previous win over Cleveland with a left calf issue. His status carries notable fantasy implications given his central role in Houston's offense. If Sengun remains sidelined, Steven Adams and Clint Capela would again split center minutes. Adams […]

Anthony Davis Listed as Questionable for Monday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (adductor) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Portland after missing one contest since suffering the injury on Christmas Day. His availability remains fluid, but the lack of an immediate shutdown is mildly encouraging for fantasy managers. If Davis sits, Daniel Gafford might be in line for another start […]

Jalen Suggs Poised to Miss Seventh Straight Game

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (hip) is expected to miss a seventh straight game against the Toronto Raptors as he continues to deal with a left hip contusion, having not played since Dec. 13. His absence has reshaped Orlando's guard rotation and fantasy landscape. Tyus Jones should continue to start and remains a short-term assists […]

Grayson Allen Misses Sixth Straight Game Monday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) will miss a sixth consecutive game Monday against Washington, extending his absence since Dec. 14 due to right knee injury management. His continued absence keeps the Suns' backcourt rotation thin and boosts short-term fantasy value elsewhere. Collin Gillespie has emerged as the most reliable beneficiary, averaging 16.2 points, 5.0 […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 11: 12/29/25 -1/4/26

Week 11 of the Fantasy Basketball season sees us turn the calendar over from 2025 to 2026 and contains arguably the most balanced schedule of the season so far, with only two "light days" on Tuesday and Thursday and at least eight games on the other five days. Every team plays at least three times, […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/29/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! The NBA tips off the final work week of 2025 with a massive 11-game schedule this Monday. Both DraftKings and FanDuel have set up their main contests to include the first 10 games of the day, starting at 7:00 p.m. ET and including all the games except the late-night matchup between the […]

De'Aaron Fox Questionable Against the Cavaliers

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (adductor, illness) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He didn't suit up for Saturday's loss to the Jazz because of adductor tightness. The 28-year-old is also battling an illness. Justin Champagnie entered the starting lineup versus Utah, although it was Keldon Johnson and Dylan Harper benefiting […]

Bam Adebayo Expected Back on Monday Night

Miami Heat forward/center Bam Adebayo (back) is probable heading into Monday's meeting with the visiting Nuggets after missing the last two games because of lower back soreness. Assuming Adebayo is cleared to return, he should immediately find a spot in all fantasy lineups. With that said, his presence will likely result in Pelle Larsson, who […]

Kon Knueppel Won't Suit Up Against Milwaukee

Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus Milwaukee. The rookie has played exceptionally well throughout the 2025 campaign. He sprained his ankle in Friday's 120-105 victory over the Orlando Magic. Fortunately, X-rays were negative, so Knueppel should be considered day-to-day, although fantasy managers shouldn't expect to see him return on Wednesday […]

Ryan Kalkbrenner Still Out on Monday

Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) remains out on Monday against Milwaukee. He's still day-to-day because of a sprained left elbow, although many fantasy managers aren't convinced that he'll be back for Wednesday's clash versus the Warriors or Friday's rematch with the Bucks. Mason Plumlee (groin) is also out again, meaning Moussa Diabate will presumably […]

John Collins Won't Face the Pistons on Sunday Night

Los Angeles Clippers forward John Collins (illness) won't play on Sunday against Detroit. He's not feeling well, so fantasy managers will need to wait and see if he'll return on Tuesday night versus the Sacramento Kings. The Clippers are also down Ivica Zubac (ankle), meaning Ty Lue may continue to rely on Nicolas Batum, who […]

Kyshawn George Ruled Out on Sunday

Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (hip) won't suit up for Sunday's matchup with Memphis. He logged 28 minutes in Friday's win over the Toronto Raptors, finishing with 23 points, six boards, and three assists while shooting 3-for-5 from deep. Fantasy managers should consider George day-to-day, so there may be a chance he'll be back on […]

Jock Landale Out Again on Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale (calf) won't play on Sunday against Washington. With Zach Edey (ankle) sidelined, Landale has been seeing extra minutes, resulting in career-high averages of 11.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. His next chance to suit up will be on Tuesday versus the Philadelphia 76ers. While Landale is out, Jaren Jackson […]

Tyler Herro Showing Progress but Still Without Timetable

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (toe) continues to progress in his recovery, though coach Erik Spoelstra said Saturday that there remains no timetable for his return. Herro's continued absence has kept Miami's backcourt rotation fluid, opening short-term opportunity for Pelle Larsson. The second-year guard has started the last two games and averaged 18.5 points, 5.0 […]

Zach Collins Exits Late With Lower-Body Injury

Chicago Bulls center Zach Collins (lower body) exited in the closing minutes of Saturday's loss to Milwaukee and did not return, putting his availability for Monday against Minnesota in question. Collins finished with 10 points, 10 rebounds, and two assists in 24 minutes before leaving the floor. The timing is notable given his recent bench […]

Chris Boucher Ruled Out Sunday for Personal Reasons

Boston Celtics forward/center Chris Boucher (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Portland, marking his second consecutive absence. The veteran remains outside Boston's regular rotation, keeping his fantasy impact minimal. Coach Joe Mazzulla has leaned more on Neemias Queta, who has averaged 10.0 points and 6.7 rebounds in 22.1 minutes over his last […]

Gabe Vincent Out Again Sunday With Back Issue

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (back) will not play Sunday against Sacramento, extending his absence to five straight games after last appearing Dec. 14. Vincent's short-term fantasy impact remains minimal after averaging 6.2 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 21.3 minutes across his last five outings. With Austin Reaves (calf) sidelined for multiple […]

Jrue Holiday Remains Out Sunday Against Celtics

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Boston and remains without a timetable after missing 19 games since Nov. 14. The veteran's continued absence has consolidated playmaking duties for Deni Avdija, who has averaged 26.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 8.4 assists in 39.4 minutes over his last […]

Collin Murray-Boyles Unlikely to Play Sunday Due to Illness

Toronto Raptors forward/center Collin Murray-Boyles (illness) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Golden State after being downgraded from questionable. The rookie first-rounder has averaged 7.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 steals in 19.8 minutes across his last five games, offering modest defensive value but limited scoring. With Jakob Poeltl (back) sidelined, […]

Ajay Mitchell Cleared to Return Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (concussion) will be back in the lineup on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He missed two games while going through concussion protocol. Mitchell has been one of the most productive reserves in the NBA this season, averaging 14.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. He will eat into the […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Ruled Out for Sunday

Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanović (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran played only two minutes in Friday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers, exiting with a hip problem, but he will miss Sunday's action due to left hamstring injury management. Some of Bogdanovic's minutes could be […]

Kyshawn George Iffy for Sunday

Washington Wizards guard/forward Kyshawn George (hip) is listed as questionable for a meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. He is experiencing soreness in his left hip flexor and may have to miss his third game of the season. George's performance has been one of only a few bright spots for Washington in 2025-26, as […]

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 […]