Bobby Portis is Cleared for Monday's Game

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (rib) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Portis is back in the mix after being scratched ahead of Saturday's game due to a left rib issue. Luckily, this doesn't appear to be a long-term issue with Portis already cleared to […]

Kawhi Leonard Holds Questionable Tag for Monday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is currently considered questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. It shouldn't shock anyone that the oft-injured forward is on the injury report once again. The veteran forward is dealing with a left ankle sprain that could force him to miss his third game this month. […]

Danny Wolf Suffers Ankle Injury on Sunday

Brooklyn Nets forward Danny Wolf (ankle) needed to be helped to the locker room during Sunday's loss to the Sacramento Kings. Wolf suffered a left ankle injury when he awkwardly landed on teammate Terance Mann during the second quarter of Sunday's contest. He limped off the court and didn't return to this game. The Nets […]

Killian Hayes Exits in First Half

Sacramento Kings guard Killian Hayes (toe) was forced to make an early exit from Sunday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. Hayes suffered a left toe injury and was forced to leave during the first half of Sunday's game. Hayes was unable to return to the contest, which led to increased playing time for Devin Carter […]

Nique Clifford Exits Early on Sunday

Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (ankle) exited early and was unable to return during Sunday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. Clifford left the game after rolling his ankle early in the fourth quarter. The Kings decided to hold him out for the rest of the night, but the severity of the injury is unknown right […]

Royce O'Neale is Ruled Out on Sunday

Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. O'Neale will miss his third straight game due to left knee soreness. His absence from the rotation should mean that Jordan Goodwin continues to see an increased role. Goodwin finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, and four assists […]

Kevin Porter Jr. to Miss Third Straight Game

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers, marking his third straight absence because of right knee inflammation. His continued absence keeps Ryan Rollins in an expanded role after he delivered 26 points, three three-pointers, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals in 33 […]

Collin Murray-Boyles Remains Out Sunday

Toronto Raptors forward/center Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) will miss Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns, extending his absence to 11 straight contests because of a lingering thumb injury. The rookie was recently upgraded to questionable prior to this game, which could signal progress toward a potential return soon. In the meantime, Jakob Poeltl should continue anchoring […]

Jalen Johnson Could Miss Second Straight Game

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies because of left shoulder inflammation after missing the previous contest. If Johnson remains out, Atlanta could again lean on Mouhamed Gueye, Zaccharie Risacher, and Jonathan Kuminga for extra minutes. Gueye impressed in his last start with 16 points, […]

Joel Embiid Remains Sidelined Monday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique) will not play Monday against the Oklahoma City Thunder as he continues to recover from a right oblique strain. His absence keeps Adem Bona in the starting lineup after the second-year center produced 16 points, five rebounds, one steal, and two blocks in 27 minutes in his last outing. […]

Grayson Allen to Miss Fourth Straight Game

Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (knee) will remain out for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors as he continues to manage a left knee issue, marking his fourth straight absence. His continued absence keeps Collin Gillespie in a larger role after the starting guard logged 33 minutes with 18 points, four three-pointers, four rebounds, and […]

Naz Reid Back in Action Sunday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics after missing two games with a right ankle sprain. Reid should resume his usual role as a key reserve behind Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert, providing scoring and defensive stats off the bench. Over his last five games, Reid has […]

Josh Hart Good to Go Sunday

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards after missing one contest with a right knee issue. Hart should resume his usual starting role and minutes workload after averaging 15.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.8 three-pointers across his last five games. His ability to contribute […]

Jaylen Brown Available Sunday Against Timberwolves

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (quadriceps) will play Sunday against the Minnesota Timberwolves after being listed as probable because of a left quad contusion. The All-Star wing appears set to handle his usual workload after avoiding an absence. Brown has averaged 30.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.2 steals over his last five games […]

Jalen Williams Cleared for Monday Return

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) is expected to play Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers after missing time with a right hamstring strain. The 24-year-old could see his workload managed initially, but he should quickly reclaim a key role next to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Williams is averaging 17.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.3 […]

Luka Doncic Set to Play Monday Against Pistons

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic will be available for Monday's game against Detroit after the league rescinded his 16th technical foul, removing the automatic one-game suspension. Doncic continues to deliver elite fantasy production, averaging 39.8 points, 5.4 three-pointers, 7.6 rebounds, 7.6 assists, and 2.6 steals across his last five games while logging 39.2 minutes. […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 22: 3/23 -3/29

The fantasy playoffs are heating up, and with each new week, managers are presented with more challenges as star players continue to drop like flies with injuries (my condolences to those who lost Tyrese Maxey, Cade Cunningham, and Anthony Edwards in recent weeks). I'm expanding the list to 20% and under this week to be […]

Peyton Watson Could Return Against Trail Blazers

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against Portland after missing extended time with a right hamstring strain. Reports suggest he has a good chance to return, though he could face a minutes limit after the long layoff. Before the injury, Watson was averaging 14.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 […]

Stephen Curry to Miss Next Two Games

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) will miss the team's next two games as he continues recovering from right knee soreness, with another evaluation scheduled when the team returns home Tuesday. Curry has begun increasing his on-court workload and could be nearing a return if that checkup goes well. In the meantime, Brandin Podziemski […]

Noah Clowney to Miss Second Straight Game

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (wrist) will miss Sunday's game in Sacramento after suffering a right wrist sprain earlier in the week. This will mark his second straight absence, leaving Brooklyn thin in the frontcourt. Ziaire Williams is expected to continue starting after posting 17 points, two three-pointers, four rebounds, one assist, and one steal […]

Nicolas Claxton Won't Play Sunday

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (rest) will not play Sunday against Sacramento as the team manages his workload on the first night of a back-to-back. With Day'Ron Sharpe (thumb) already ruled out for the season and Noah Clowney (wrist) sidelined, Brooklyn could rely more on smaller lineups. Danny Wolf recently posted eight points, two three-pointers, […]

Russell Westbrook Out Against Brooklyn

Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (foot) will not play Sunday against the Nets because of right foot soreness. The veteran guard's absence could open more backcourt minutes for Killian Hayes and Devin Carter. Hayes recently produced eight points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in 21 minutes, while Carter scored 24 points […]

Luka Doncic Facing One-Game Suspension

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is expected to miss Monday's game against Detroit after picking up his 16th technical foul Saturday, though the team has reportedly filed an appeal. The Slovenian superstar dominated in his last outing, recording 33 points, eight assists, five rebounds, and four steals. With 38.1 percent of the team's usage […]

Kyle Kuzma Exits Early Against Suns

Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) will not return to Saturday's game against Phoenix after exiting because of right Achilles tightness. Kuzma provided an early scoring boost before the injury, finishing with 20 points, three three-pointers, and a block in 24 minutes. If he is forced to miss time, Milwaukee could lean more on Ousmane […]

Victor Wembanyama Good to Go Versus Pacers

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (ankle) will play Saturday against Indiana after being listed as questionable with right ankle soreness. The All-Star big man continues to produce elite fantasy numbers when active. Over his last five games, he has averaged 28.8 points, 3.8 three-pointers, 11.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.4 steals, and 2.4 blocks in […]

Kawhi Leonard Ready to Face Dallas Saturday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against Dallas after entering the day with a questionable tag. Leonard has missed two of the last three games, but when active he continues to deliver early-round fantasy value. Over his last five appearances, he has averaged 31.6 points, 3.2 three-pointers, 6.0 rebounds, […]

Draymond Green Available Saturday Against Atlanta

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is available for Saturday's game against Atlanta after being listed as questionable with lower-back soreness. The veteran remains a key facilitator and defensive anchor, even when scoring is limited. In his last outing, Green finished with zero points but contributed five rebounds and six assists in 22 minutes. […]

De'Anthony Melton Cleared to Play Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Hawks after being listed as questionable, marking his first time playing both ends of a back-to-back this season. Melton's minutes have fluctuated, but he has remained fantasy relevant, averaging 16.0 points, 1.6 three-pointers, 3.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.2 steals over […]

Jalen Johnson Sidelined Saturday

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) will not play Saturday against the Warriors because of left shoulder inflammation. The injury ends his recent stretch of strong all-around production. His absence could open the door for Jonathan Kuminga to take on a larger role after he was removed from the injury report. In his last appearance, […]

Alperen Sengun Will Play Against Heat

Houston Rockets forward/center Alperen Sengun (back) will play Saturday against the Heat after being listed as questionable due to back tightness. The big man should slide right back into his usual role as one of Houston's main facilitators, averaging 16.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 6.0 assists over his last five games. His availability likely pushes […]