Kodai Senga Expected to Make Opening Day Rotation?
New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga is expected to open the regular season in the big-league rotation, according to president of baseball operations David Stearns. "I certainly expect Kodai to be a member of our rotation," Stearns told team reporter Andy Martino during an interview on the Mets' YouTube channel. "He's had a really strong offseason." The Mets believe that Senga is in great shape and should earn a spot in the starting rotation following spring training. That's a shift in the narrative from last fall, when the Mets sent Senga to Triple-A, and rumors swirled about a potential offseason trade. The right-hander pitched to a dominant 2.98 ERA and 3.4 fWAR during his first season stateside in 2023, and while his ERA was similar last year, his xFIP soared to 4.35. He also posted 8.66 K/9, 4.37 BB/9, and a 46.6% ground ball rate across 22 starts in 2025. It's worth noting that Stearns' comments about Senga joining the rotation were made right before the Mets acquired Freddy Peralta. However, Senga still has a strong chance to crack the Opening Day roster, especially if New York opens the year with a six-man rotation.
Source: New York Mets
Source: New York Mets
Paddy Pimblett Set For Interim Lightweight Title Fight
Paddy Pimblett is scheduled to face off against former interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324 on Saturday. The last time Pimblett suffered a loss was back in 2018, but since then, Pimblett has won nine fights in a row. Since signing with the UFC in 2021, Pimblett has gone 7-0. He was last seen in action at UFC 314, where he extended his win streak by defeating former title challenger and former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler via third-round TKO. DraftKings sees Pimblett as the favorite with a salary of $8,900.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Brewers Showing Interest in Reese McGuire
The Milwaukee Brewers are "involved on" free agent catcher Reese McGuire, according to Chris Cotillo of MassLive. Cotillo opened his report by saying that McGuire would be heading somewhere other than the Red Sox, and he proceeded to identify the Brewers as a potential landing spot. As a result, the two sides could be working toward a deal, but nothing is finalized yet. McGuire spent last season with the Chicago Cubs, splitting time between the majors and Triple-A. Through 45 games at the big-league level, he slashed .226/.245/.444 with a 2.9% walk rate, 19.3% strikeout rate, and 86 wRC+. He launched a career-high nine home runs, but his .355 xSLG indicates that he's due for some major power regression. McGuire's offense has plateaued into nothing special as he reaches his early thirties, but his defense behind the plate remains serviceable, at the very least. In 2025, he posted 2.6 framing runs while throwing out eight of 31 base-stealers.
Source: Chris Cotillo
Source: Chris Cotillo
Nationals Fielding Interest in Jacob Young
Teams have expressed interest in trading for Washington Nationals outfielder Jacob Young, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. However, it's unclear whether Washington has a desire to trade him at this time. Young, 26, is a plus defender in center field with four years remaining under team control. He made 112 appearances (901.1 innings) in the outfield last year and didn't commit a single error. While the glovework is impressive, defense can be tougher to project long-term, and the Nationals' new front office might feel less inclined to hold onto a glove-first outfielder from the previous regime. Young's offensive output is nothing special, as he slashed just .231/.296/.287 with two home runs, 15 stolen bases, a 7.4% walk rate, a 17.9% strikeout rate, and a 66 wRC+ last year. He finished the campaign with -14.5 fWAR at the plate, 12.2 fWAR in the field, and 1.0 fWAR overall. Rosenthal notes that the new front office believes the entire outfield can improve offensively and defensively under the new coaching staff, but he also hints at a potential outfield logjam with Robert Hassell III in the mix for a 26-man roster spot alongside Dylan Crews, Daylen Lile, and James Wood. As a result, we wouldn't be surprised if Young becomes the odd man out.
Source: Ken Rosenthal
Source: Ken Rosenthal
Justin Gaethje An Underdog At UFC 324
Former interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje will look to win back-to-back when he takes on Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title in the main event of UFC 324 on Saturday. Back in A[ril 2024 at UFC 300, Gaethje suffered a devastating last-second knockout to former featherweight champion Max Holloway, but Gaethje managed to bounce back in his last fight at UFC 313 by defeating Rafael Fiziev via unanimous decision. DraftKings sees Gaethje as the underdog with a salary of $7,300.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Song Yadong Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Surging bantamweight contender Song Yadong will look to win back-to-back fights when he faces off against former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley in the co-main event of UFC 324 on Saturday. Yadong was last seen in action in February 2025 at UFC Seattle, where he returned to the win column by defeating former two-division champion Henry Cejudo via technical decision. DraftKings sees Yadong as the underdog with a salary of $7,400.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
White Sox Sign Seranthony Dominguez to a Two-Year Deal
The Chicago White Sox have signed free agent reliever Seranthony Dominguez to a two-year, $20 million contract, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. The deal includes a mutual option for 2028. The White Sox recently traded away outfielder Luis Robert Jr., and now, they're allocating that extra money to bolster their bullpen. Dominguez is a 31-year-old right-hander who split the 2025 season between Baltimore and Toronto. He posted a solid 3.23 xFIP with 11.4 K/9, but his walk rate soared to a career-high clip of 5.2 BB/9. There's a lot to like about his repertoire, though. Dominguez's sweeper grades out at 130 Stuff+ by FanGraphs' model, and it generated whiffs at a phenomenal 49.1% clip with a .112 xBA. His splitter is similarly dominant with 118 Stuff+, a 49.5% whiff rate, and a .141 xBA. Dominguez offers an analytically intriguing arm out of the White Sox' bullpen, and Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that he's expected to be the team's closer. He will be a key piece for the White Sox down the stretch if they end up playing competitive baseball in 2026. If not, he'll be an intriguing name to monitor at the trade deadline with a year and a half left on his contract.
Source: Jeff Passan
Source: Jeff Passan
Sean O'Malley Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
This Saturday, former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley will look to get back in the win column when he takes on surging bantamweight Song Yadong in the co-main event of UFC 324 on Saturday. Back in September 2024 at UFC 306, O'Malley lost the bantamweight title to Merab Dvalishvili after getting dominated for the majority of the fight. O'Malley and Dvalishvili had a rematch in June 2025 at UFC 316, only this time, O'Malley suffered a third-round submission loss. DraftKings sees O'Malley as the favorite with a salary of $8,800.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Brandon Clarke's Spring Training Delayed by Surgery
St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitcher Brandon Clarke (fingers) recently underwent surgery to address poor circulation in his fingers, according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. As a result, he won't have a normal workload when spring training begins next month. According to Goold, Clarke dealt with blisters and finger numbness throughout the 2025 season -- his first year in affiliated ball -- due to an aneurysm in his left arm. The operation should alleviate those issues going forward, but it'll set him back a little bit to open spring camp. The 22-year-old pitching prospect was shipped from Boston to St. Louis in this offseason's Sonny Gray trade. The 2024 fifth-round pick spent most of last season at High-A, posting a 3.87 xFIP, 14.2 K/9, and 6.4 BB/9. He excelled in minimizing loud contact, as he allowed zero homers through 38 innings and maintained an impressive 63.9% ground ball rate. FanGraphs assigned a 50 grade to his future value, and they list him as having a 60-grade fastball and 70-grade slider.
Source: Derrick Goold
Source: Derrick Goold
Derrick Lewis Returns At UFC 324
Former heavyweight title challenger Derrick Lewis will look for his third consecutive win when he faces off against Waldo Cortes-Acosta on the main card of UFC 324 on Saturday. A veteran of the sport, Lewis has fought for the leading promotion 30 times, and he's gone 20-10 since signing with the UFC back in 2014. Lewis was last seen in action in July 2025 at UFC Nashville, where he delivered Tallison Teixeira his first loss and scored a first-round TKO victory. DraftKings sees Lewis as a big underdog with a salary of $7,000.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Freddy Peralta Set to Anchor Mets' Pitching Staff in 2026
After spending the first eight seasons of his career with the Milwaukee Brewers, starting pitcher Freddy Peralta was traded to the New York Mets ahead of the 2026 campaign. The 29-year-old is coming off arguably his best showing in 2025, posting a 17-6 record with a 2.70 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and 204 strikeouts across 176 2/3 innings (33 starts) with Milwaukee. Peralta has now logged three consecutive 200-strikeout seasons and held opposing hitters to a .191 batting average in 2025. With the Mets, Peralta profiles as the team's ace and should be highly motivated as he prepares to hit free agency following 2026. It's hard to say that Peralta is in a better position to rack up wins in New York, given that the Brewers won a National League-best 97 games last season. However, the Mets should be a highly competitive team, and Citi Field is traditionally one of the more favorable home parks for pitchers. Peralta remains a borderline fantasy SP1 heading into 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Waldo Cortes-Acosta Looks For His Third Consecutive Win
Waldo Cortes-Acosta will look to extend his win streak when he takes on former title challenger Derrick Lewis on the main card of UFC 324 on Saturday. Cortes-Acosta was last seen in action in November 2025 at UFC Qatar, where he knocked out Shamil Gaziev in the first round. Prior to his bout with Gaziev, Cortes-Acosta got back in the win column by knocking out Ante Delija in the first round. DraftKings sees Cortes-Acosta as a big favorite with a salary of $9,200.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Todd Monken the Clear Favorite for Giants Offensive-Coordinator Job
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler writes that the New York Giants' offensive-coordinator job is considered Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken's to lose. Monken is the "clear favorite at this point," as long as he's not named the next head coach for the Cleveland Browns. The veteran coach led the Ravens to a top-ranked offense under head coach John Harbaugh for the last three seasons. The Miami Dolphins also have interest in Monken as their offensive coordinator, but it would be a surprise if he doesn't follow Harbaugh to New York if he doesn't get the Browns' head-coaching job. Monken would have plenty to work with in the Big Apple if he joins Harbaugh, with a talented group of skill players that includes quarterback Jaxson Dart, running back Cam Skattebo, and receiver Malik Nabers. In his first year in Baltimore, Monken helped QB Lamar Jackson win his second MVP award.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Framber Valdez Remains Unsigned With Spring Training Approaching
Free agent starting pitcher Framber Valdez remains unsigned as the calendar ticks closer to February and the start of 2026 Spring Training. The 32-year-old left-hander has been one of MLB's most durable and consistent starters over the past four seasons. In 2025, he posted a 13-11 record with a 3.66 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, and 187 strikeouts across 192 innings (31 starts) for the Houston Astros. Valdez has been linked to several clubs at various points throughout the offseason and could be the next major free agent domino to fall. The most recent team to reportedly show interest in Valdez is the Toronto Blue Jays, who have been one of the winter's most active teams. However, Toronto recently lost infielder Bo Bichette to the New York Mets and missed out on outfielder Kyle Tucker, to whom they reportedly made a sizable offer, to the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a result, the Blue Jays could have money to spend on Valdez. If he lands in Toronto, Valdez would be in a good spot to record his sixth consecutive season with double-digit wins. He currently holds an average draft position of pick 89 in traditional rotisserie scoring fantasy leagues and could see his ADP rise once he finds a home.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Luis Robert Jr. Poised for Bounce-Back 2026 Campaign?
The New York Mets acquired outfielder Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday in exchange for utility infielder Luisangel Acuna and pitching prospect Truman Pauley. Robert struggled across 431 plate appearances with Chicago in 2025, posting a .223/.297/.364 slash line with 14 home runs, 53 RBI, 52 runs scored, and 33 stolen bases. However, the 28-year-old is just two seasons removed from his 38-homer, 20-stolen base campaign in 2023 that led him to a Silver Slugger award in 2023. Robert Jr. projects as the Mets' everyday center fielder due to his strong defense, and he still brings an intriguing mix of power, speed, and all-around upside. Even in a down year in 2025, he posted his lowest strikeout rate (26%) since 2022 and recorded the best walk rate (9.3%) of his career. After years of playing for the rebuilding White Sox, Robert Jr. will also have a chance to boost his counting stats in a much more talented Mets lineup. RotoBaller currently ranks him as the #29 outfielder for traditional rotisserie scoring fantasy leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Al Harris to Interview for Titans Defensive-Coordinator Job
Chicago Bears defensive backs/passing-game coordinator Al Harris is scheduled to interview with the Tennessee Titans on Saturday for their defensive-coordinator job, a league source told NFL insider Josina Anderson. Before coaching the Bears in 2025, Harris, a former Pro Bowl cornerback, spent five seasons with the Dallas Cowboys in a similar role. He's a popular name floating around for opening defensive-coordinator roles in the NFL this cycle after coaching up a ball-hawking Bears defense this year. The Chicago defense led the NFL with 33 turnovers (23 interceptions) in 2025. Harris already met with the Washington Commanders about their DC job, and he has a close relationship with head coach Dan Quinn after working under him for four years in Dallas. If he were to land in Tennessee, Harris would have his work cut out for him with a Titans defense that allowed 28.1 points per game this year, the fifth-most in the league.
Source: Josina Anderson
Source: Josina Anderson
Jac Caglianone in Line for Breakout 2026 Season?
Kansas City Royals outfielder/first baseman Jac Caglianone got his first taste of the big leagues in 2025, earning a promotion from Triple-A Omaha in early June. The 22-year-old struggled across 232 MLB plate appearances, posting a .157/.237/.295 slash line with seven home runs, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored, and one stolen base. However, there is reason to believe that Caglianone has breakout potential in 2026. Known as a high-end power hitter as a prospect, Caglianone logged solid hard-hit (42.4%) and barrel rates (12%) while keeping his strikeout rate at a manageable 22.4% in his first stint with the Royals. He also appears ticketed for every day playing time in right field in Kansas City, given the team's current lack of high-end outfield talent. Finally, the Royals announced that they will be moving in the fences at Kauffman Stadium for the 2026 season, which should boost the power output in what has traditionally been one of MLB's most difficult parks to hit home runs in. For fantasy managers looking for relatively cheap power sources in the middle of drafts, Caglianone should be on their radar.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Titans Have Talked With Arthur Smith About Offensive-Coordinator Job
The Tennessee Titans have spoken to Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith about their offensive-coordinator vacancy, sources told Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Smith was on the Titans' coaching staff from 2011 to 2020 and was a candidate for the head-coaching job before the team hired Robert Saleh. After his long stint with the Titans, Smith departed to take the head-coaching job with the Atlanta Falcons before serving as Pittsburgh's OC the last couple of seasons under Mike Tomlin. Now that Tomlin is out in the Steel City after 19 years, Smith is looking for a new coaching gig. If he were to go back to Tennessee, he'd have a big challenge on his hands with a roster that doesn't have a ton of weapons for young quarterback Cameron Ward. The tight end situation in Tennessee would be intriguing for Smith, though, with Gunnar Helm and Chig Okonkwo.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Cody Bellinger Set Up to Repeat 2025 Power Surge
The New York Yankees and outfielder Cody Bellinger agreed to terms on a new contract on Wednesday that will guarantee the 30-year-old $162.5 million over five years. Bellinger was excellent in his first season with the Yankees in 2025, posting a .272/.334/.480 slash line with 29 home runs, 98 RBI, 89 runs scored, and 13 stolen bases across 656 plate appearances. Bellinger outperformed his underlying hitting metrics, as he posted middling barrel (7.5%) and hard-hit rates (37.9%). However, playing his home games in front of the short right field porch at Yankee Stadium should continue to boost Bellinger's power. In 2025, Bellinger slugged .544 across 337 plate appearances at home compared to just .414 across 319 plate appearances on the road. He should see every day playing time in left field in New York, and also brings the ability to cover first base or the other two outfield spots. RotoBaller currently ranks Bellinger as the number 19 outfielder in traditional rotisserie scoring leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chargers Request to Interview Zach Orr for Defensive-Coordinator Job
The Los Angeles Chargers have requested to interview Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr for their vacant defensive-coordinator job, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Orr has been the Ravens' DC for the last two seasons and previously worked alongside former Chargers DC Jesse Minter, who became the new head coach of the Ravens on Thursday. The Ravens defense ranked ninth in points allowed in 2024, but they fell to 18th in that category under Orr in 2025 and also ranked 24th in yards allowed. Meanwhile, the Chargers' defense ranked ninth in points per game (20) and fifth in total yards allowed per game (285.2) under Minter. Orr still has a lot to prove as a defensive coordinator, but if he heads to L.A. to coach under another Harbaugh, he'll have a strong base to work with in what was one of the most underrated defenses in 2025.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Philip Rivers Interviewing for Bills Head-Coaching Job
Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers and current St. Michael Catholic High School coach Philip Rivers is interviewing on Friday for the Buffalo Bills' head-coaching job, sources told Adam Schefter of ESPN. Rivers surprisingly came out of retirement to play for the Colts again in 2025 after Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending Achilles tear. The 44-year-old eight-time Pro Bowler threw for 544 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions in his three starts, but he was unable to help the Colts get into the playoffs before retiring for the second time. Rivers is now interested in coaching at the NFL level, although he feels like more of a long shot to land the Bills' head-coaching job with zero prior coaching experience in the NFL. However, maybe there's a chance he wins over quarterback Josh Allen, who is going to have significant say in who the next head coach in Buffalo is.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Josh Allen Will Have Significant Say on the Next Head Coach
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen will have "significant say" on the next head coach of the team, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic. The Bills are ensuring that Allen is a significant part of the hiring process, following the firing of Sean McDermott on Monday after nine years at the helm. Buffalo has already met with a few head-coaching candidates, and Allen has been sitting in on everything. The Bills are interviewing a wide range of coaches for the head-coaching vacancy, but reports have suggested that they will probably prefer an offensive-minded individual who can develop strong chemistry with Allen. Despite having one of the weaker receiver rooms in the league in 2025, Allen finished as the QB1 in overall fantasy points, although most of it came because of his rushing prowess. The Bills need to get him more help if they are going to get over the hump in the playoffs.
Source: The Athletic - Dianna Russini
Source: The Athletic - Dianna Russini
Fernando Mendoza Officially Declares for NFL Draft
Indiana quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza officially announced on Friday that he is declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN. Mendoza is in position to be the first player picked, as a large contingent of Las Vegas Raiders front-office members watched him win the National title game over the University of Miami on Monday. The 22-year-old signal-caller is the overwhelming favorite to go first overall to the Raiders in this year's NFL Draft. In his first and only season at Indiana, Mendoza put himself miles ahead of any of the other college QB prospects, completing 72% of his pass attempts for 3,535 yards and 48 total touchdowns (41 passing). He led the nation in yards per attempt (9.3) and touchdown passes. Mendoza is known as a pocket passer, but he can pick up yards with his legs when needed. The Raiders are hoping he can quickly turn their struggling franchise around, but they have plenty of holes elsewhere on the roster, too.
Source: ESPN.com - Pete Thamel
Source: ESPN.com - Pete Thamel
Arch Manning Undergoes Foot Surgery
Texas quarterback Arch Manning (foot) underwent minor foot surgery this week, according to Joe Cook of Inside Texas. The rising redshirt junior's procedure is described as a preventive minor surgery to address a previous injury. He will be limited this offseason, but he's expected back for Spring practice. After a tough start to his first full season as a starter, Manning came on late in the year as a passer and rusher. Overall, he tallied 3,163 passing yards, 399 rushing yards, 36 total touchdowns, and seven interceptions. The Longhorns' offensive line left a lot to be desired in 2025, but the program is taking steps to surround Manning with talent this offseason. So far, Texas has received commitments from offensive tackles Melvin Siani (Wake Forest) and Jonte Newman (Texas A&M), offensive guard Dylan Sikorski (Oregon State), wide receiver Cam Coleman (Auburn), and running backs Hollywood Smothers (NC State) and Raleek Brown (Arizona State). If Manning can build on his late-season surge with his new weapons in place, he could be looking at a true breakout season in 2026.
Source: Joe Cook - Inside Texas
Source: Joe Cook - Inside Texas
Bills Interviewing Mike McDaniel for Head-Coaching Job on Friday
The Buffalo Bills are interviewing new Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel for their head-coaching job on Friday, a source told Albert Breer of NBC Sports Boston. McDaniel recently agreed to become the new OC for the Chargers after they fired Greg Roman, but he's going to try one more time for another head-coaching gig. He spent the last four years in the AFC as the head coach of the Miami Dolphins. If McDaniel doesn't land the job in Buffalo, he will return to his OC duties under Jim Harbaugh in L.A. Although McDaniel's offense petered out last season with the decline of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and the injury to receiver Tyreek Hill (knee), he'd be an intriguing fit with quarterback Josh Allen, one of the best QBs in the league. After the firing of Sean McDermott on Monday, the job in Buffalo is the most attractive head-coaching opening in the NFL.
Source: NBC Sports Boston - Albert Breer
Source: NBC Sports Boston - Albert Breer
Dalton Kincaid Played Through Torn PCL
Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox said that TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) played this season with a torn PCL in his knee, according to Ryan Talbot of Syracuse.com. A source close to Kincaid confirmed what Knox said, saying that Kincaid played the entire 2025 campaign with a torn PCL. The 26-year-old did miss several games late in the season due to knee and hamstring injuries, and he played in a career-low 12 contests in 2025 in his third year in the league, catching a career-low 39 passes on 49 targets for 571 yards and a career-high five touchdowns in the regular season. The fact that he even played as many games as he did on a torn PCL is a minor miracle, and Kincaid had nine catches on 11 targets for 111 yards and two touchdowns in two playoff games. With better health in 2026, Kincaid will be a no-doubt TE1 in fantasy football.
Source: Syracuse.com - Ryan Talbot
Source: Syracuse.com - Ryan Talbot
College Football Playoff Expected to Remain a 12-Team Field in 2026
According to On3, the 2026 College Football Playoff will remain at 12 teams, as it has over the last two seasons. There were expansion talks this offseason, with the Big Ten wanting 24 teams, and the SEC, Notre Dame, and the other eight conferences wanting 16 teams. The Big Ten and SEC were unable to come to an agreement, so talks have stalled, and a 12-team field will remain. However, there are some changes coming for next season. Starting in 2026, the champion of the Big 4 conferences (ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, SEC) will all earn auto-bids. This means Duke would have made the CFP in 2025. Additionally, Notre Dame will be automatically in the field if it is ranked inside the top 12 teams. Expansion of the CFP is likely in the future, but it won't come until at least 2027.
Source: On3.com
Source: On3.com
Duncan Robinson Listed as Probable Friday Against Houston
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Duncan Robinson (back) is probable for Friday's matchup against Houston while managing a lower back sprain. His availability is important for a Detroit rotation that remains fluid, especially with Cade Cunningham (illness) questionable. Robinson's role has stayed stable through the shuffle, as he has averaged 17.0 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 4.4 three-pointers in 27.7 minutes over his last five games. He logged 29 minutes with 15 points and four triples in his most recent outing, keeping him locked in as a standard-league source of points and perimeter shooting if active.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ja'Kobe Walter to Miss Seventh Straight Game
Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) will miss Friday's game against Portland, extending his absence to seven straight contests as he works back from a right hip contusion. Walter's absence has sustained Jamal Shead's expanded role, with production holding despite efficiency concerns. Shead is averaging 10.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 7.2 assists, and 1.2 steals in 31.8 minutes over his last five games while shooting 34.8 percent from the field. His role could expand further if RJ Barrett (ankle) remains sidelined, giving Shead short-term standard-league value. Gradey Dick and Ochai Agbaji see marginal bumps but remain fringe options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Collin Murray-Boyles Uncertain Friday Against Portland
Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) is questionable for Friday's matchup against Portland as he works through a left thumb sprain and risks missing a third straight game. His availability matters for Toronto's frontcourt rotation, where Sandro Mamukelashvili has stepped into a larger role. Mamukelashvili erupted for 22 points, nine rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in 32 minutes last game, making him a strong short-term add if Murray-Boyles remains out. Murray-Boyles is a hold in deeper formats, but any absence continues to funnel minutes and usage toward Mamukelashvili.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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