April 3, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward/center
Zeke Nnaji (hip) will remain in street clothes on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He injured his left hip last weekend against Golden State and exited the lineup on Wednesday night versus Utah. His next chance to suit up will come on Monday against Portland. Nnaji plays only a limited role with the Nuggets, and his absence doesn't affect how the team operates.
Jonas Valanciunas will continue to be the primary frontcourt option off the bench.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Spencer Jones (hamstring) will miss a second straight game on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He suffered a right hamstring strain last week and could be sidelined for the rest of the regular season, as muscle injuries usually take a minimum of 2-3 weeks to heal. The Nuggets have also lost
Peyton Watson (hamstring) from the rotation, so
Tim Hardaway Jr. (knee),
Bruce Brown, and
Julian Strawther could see more time on the floor during the final few regular-season games.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward
Trey Murphy III (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings after recently returning from a three-game absence. Murphy posted 19 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 36 minutes last game and has averaged 19.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.4 steals across his last five appearances. He should remain locked into fantasy lineups without a minute limit. Murphy should continue to play a major scoring role alongside
Zion Williamson and
Saddiq Bey.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Tim Hardaway Jr. (knee) is probable for Saturday's clash against the San Antonio Spurs. The 13-year veteran couldn't finish Wednesday's matchup with Utah due to a sore left knee, but it looks like the issue won't keep Hardaway Jr. off the court this weekend. He practiced fully on Friday. Hardaway Jr. has produced good numbers off the bench this season and might have a slightly larger workload during the final week of the regular season, with
Peyton Watson (hamstring) on the shelf. Since the All-Star break, Hardaway Jr. has nailed 41.4 percent of his three-point attempts, averaging 12.6 points per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (illness) will not play in Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards, extending his absence to four straight contests.
Pelle Larsson should remain in the starting group after posting 18 points, six assists, three steals, three rebounds, and two three-pointers in 38 minutes last game. Larsson looks like a solid short-term streaming option while Powell remains out, especially for managers needing points, steals, and assists.
Tyler Herro should continue to carry more of the scoring load, while
Jaime Jaquez Jr. could also see steady minutes off the bench.
--Brian DailisanSource: Barry Jackson
April 3, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (foot) is probable for Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards and is expected to handle his usual workload. The 26-year-old has averaged 21.6 points, 3.4 three-pointers, 3.0 rebounds, and 4.6 assists over his last five games and finished with 18 points, seven assists, four three-pointers, and one block in 40 minutes last game. Herro should continue to see extra touches with
Norman Powell (illness) sidelined, keeping him locked into most fantasy lineups.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Detroit Pistons forward
Tobias Harris (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers after exiting early Thursday due to a knee bruise.
Kevin Huerter could see more run after posting 12 points, four rebounds, two assists and two three-pointers in 22 minutes, while
Javonte Green contributed eight points, six rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers in 27 minutes.
Ron Holland II also added eight points and a steal in 16 minutes. Huerter looks like a viable short-term streamer if Harris sits, with Green and Holland also candidates for larger roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Tre Johnson (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat due to a right foot sprain.
Bub Carrington could take on more ballhandling duties after finishing with 13 points, seven assists, and three three-pointers in 31 minutes last game.
Jamir Watkins added seven points, five rebounds, and two assists in 19 minutes, while
Jaden Hardy chipped in seven points with a three-pointer and a steal across 25 minutes. Carrington looks like the safest streaming option if Johnson sits, while Watkins and Hardy could also see expanded roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop
Masyn Winn (hip) left Friday's game early against the Detroit Tigers due to left-hip tightness, according to Jeff Jones of the Belleville News. Winn said that he injured his hip initially while taking batting practice on Tuesday, and he was eventually lifted for a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning on Friday. The 24-year-old is day-to-day for now and isn't expected to play in Saturday's game, although he could be back for the series finale against the Tigers on Sunday. Before departing on Friday, Winn went 1-for-3 out of the leadoff spot for St. Louis in the eventual 4-0 loss. The Cardinals may slide infield prospect
JJ Wetherholt over to the 6 on Saturday while Winn recovers from his hip injury. Now injured, Winn has been quiet in the early going so far in 2026, going 4-for-25 (.160) with two doubles, an RBI, two runs scored, two walks, and five strikeouts in six games played. Hopefully, his hip injury isn't all that serious, and he just misses one game this weekend.
--Keith HernandezSource: Belleville News - Jeff Jones
April 3, 2026
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Bilal Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat as he continues to manage soreness.
Will Riley could again benefit after producing 18 points, three assists, and two three-pointers in 32 minutes last game, while
Justin Champagnie added 17 points, seven rebounds, one steal, and one block in 21 minutes off the bench. Riley looks like a solid short-term streaming option if Coulibaly is ruled out, while Champagnie and
Jaden Hardy could also see increased opportunities in the rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat as he attempts to return from a three-game absence. If he remains out,
Anthony Gill could again see significant minutes after delivering 21 points, six rebounds, six assists, and three three-pointers in 35 minutes off the bench last game.
Julian Reese may also factor into the rotation after posting eight points and 13 rebounds in his last appearance. Gill shapes up as a deep-league streamer if Sarr sits, while
Tristan Vukcevic's (knee) status could further impact the center rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Minnesota Twins outfielder
Byron Buxton (forearm) was forced from Friday's game early against the Tampa Bay Rays after he was hit by a pitch on the forearm in the seventh inning, according to Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Buxton immediately walked off the field. Hayes speculates that the injury was to Buxton's forearm or elbow, but it also could have been to his ribs. We'll have more information on the specific injury and the severity when the details emerge, but for now, fantasy managers should expect Buxton to be day-to-day. The 32-year-old oft-injured veteran will likely undergo X-rays to rule out any fractures or breaks after he took a 91.6 mph fastball off his body. If Buxton is forced to miss any time,
James Outman would likely be the beneficiary of more playing time in center field in Minnesota. Buxton entered Friday's game with only four hits in his 23 at-bats (.174) with an RBI and two runs scored in his first six games. The two-time All-Star was hitless with a strikeout in his three at-bats on Friday before getting hurt.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Dan Hayes
April 3, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward
Caleb Martin (foot) will not play in Friday's game against the Orlando Magic due to a right plantar fascia strain, extending his absence to nine games. His continued absence should allow
Max Christie,
Khris Middleton, and
Klay Thompson to absorb extra wing minutes. Middleton remains the most interesting fantasy option after finishing with eight points, five rebounds, and two assists in 22 minutes last game. Christie posted three points and three rebounds in 26 minutes, limiting his appeal. Middleton looks like the safest deep-league streamer, while Thompson remains a situational three-point option.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward
Brandon Ingram (heel) is back on the court ahead of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Ingram is back in the starting five after sitting out Wednesday's game due to left heel inflammation. As expected, Ingram will return from his one-game absence and figures to play his regular role in the rotation. The normally elite Ingram has hit a cold streak recently with 15.6 points on 44 percent shooting over the last five games. Despite his lackluster play, Ingram is a must-start in season-long formats, but might not be the best DFS choice right now.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
The NFL concluded on Friday that Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver
Rashee Rice "has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal-conduct policy," according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The investigation into accusations from his former girlfriend is now closed, and there will be no discipline from the league at this time. "Mr. Rice wants to thank the NFL for their thorough investigation, and looks forward to the start of the 2026-27 NFL season," Rice's attorney, Sean Lindsey, said in a statement. The 25-year-old Rice is no stranger to bad off-the-field publicity, as he was suspended for the first six games in 2025 due to a high-speed hit-and-run incident in Dallas. The former second-rounder in 2023 out of SMU caught 53 of his 78 targets for 571 yards and five touchdowns in his eight games played in 2025 before suffering a concussion in Week 15 and missing the final two games. The Chiefs can't be happy with Rice's choices off the field, but with no discipline affecting his fantasy value in 2026, he should have a pretty high ceiling as KC's WR1. Rice had a 79-102-7 line in 16 games in his rookie campaign, but he's played only 12 games since due to injuries and suspension.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN - Adam Schefter
April 3, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Danny Wolf (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of the regular season, according to head coach Jordi Fernandez. Wolf hasn't played since suffering an ankle injury during a game on March 22. The Nets are sitting at 18 wins coming into Friday's game, so there's little reason to play anyone at less than 100 percent health. Wolf will finish his rookie campaign averaging 8.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 57 games. The 21-year-old wasn't a must-have player, but he offered some deep league value throughout the season. He'll hopefully take on a larger role with the team next season.
Ziaire Williams should take on a larger role in the rotation over the final six games of the regular season.
--Andy WebbSource: Michael Scotto
April 3, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Olivier-Maxence Prosper (back) will not play in Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors due to lower-back soreness.
Taylor Hendricks could step into a larger role and is worth a look in deeper leagues after starting a recent game against Phoenix and finishing with five points, two rebounds, and one three-pointer in 18 minutes. Memphis remains thin in the frontcourt, which could also mean stable minutes for
GG Jackson II. Hendricks is a possible deep league pickup if you need forward help, while Prosper can be considered day to day.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, according to head coach Jordi Fernandez. Porter has missed the last 11 games and hasn't suited up for a game since March 10. The Nets are sitting at 18-58 on the season with six games remaining on their schedule. There's little incentive for the Nets to push the 27-year-old back to the court this season. He'll finish the season averaging 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists across 32.5 minutes in 52 games.
Ziaire Williams should play a larger role in the rotation over the final six games.
--Andy WebbSource: Michael Scotto
April 3, 2026
Chicago White Sox right-hander
Grant Taylor will serve as the team's opener on Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin.
Anthony Kay will pitch the bulk of the innings for the Pale Hose on Saturday against Toronto. The 23-year-old Taylor also served as Chicago's opener last Friday, and he's allowed one earned run with two walks and four strikeouts in his two innings of work in relief so far this year in his second big-league season. Taylor went 2-4 last year with a 4.91 ERA (1.42 FIP), 1.42 WHIP, six saves, 54 strikeouts, and 15 walks in 36 2/3 innings over 36 appearances (two starts). This will be Taylor's first "start" of 2026, but he won't be useful in DFS because he's likely to only pitch an inning against Toronto.
--Keith HernandezSource: MLB.com - Scott Merkin
April 3, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Marvin Bagley III (shoulder) will not play in Friday's game against the Orlando Magic, marking his third straight absence.
Dwight Powell should continue to handle backup center minutes behind
Daniel Gafford, though his fantasy appeal remains limited after posting three points, three rebounds, and one steal in 15 minutes last game. Gafford is the clearer beneficiary for managers needing efficient big-man production. Powell is only a desperation option in very deep leagues.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks are not calling up outfield prospect
Ryan Waldschmidt yet for a few reasons, explains Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. The first big reason is that the team expects outfielder
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (knee) back for the first time this year after recovering from a torn ACL late last season, so they would have to add Waldschmidt to an already crowded 40-man roster. Then, in another few weeks, Waldschmidt would be chewing up a roster spot in the minors without a path to regular at-bats at the major-league level. The bottom line is that Arizona just isn't ready to have Waldschmidt in the big leagues. Fantasy managers in dynasty/keeper leagues were hoping that
Jordan Lawlar's fractured wrist would prompt the team to let the 23-year-old make his MLB debut. He hit .302 with a homer and six RBI in 14 Cactus League games in spring training and has gone 5-for-22 (.227) with seven RBI in his first six games at Triple-A Reno. Waldschmidt is one of the best prospect outfield stashes in deeper fantasy leagues early on in 2026.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Arizona Republic - Nick Piecoro
April 3, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Walter Clayton Jr. (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors. This is tough news for the Grizzlies, who are already without
Ty Jerome (ankle) and
Cam Spencer (back) for Friday's game. The absence of Clayton should mean increased roles for
Jahmai Mashack,
Javon Small, and possibly
Dariq Whitehead. Among the trio, Small is the most consistent streaming option for this game. He finished with 13 points and four assists in 25 minutes of action on Wednesday. He'll offer some deep league streaming appeal for Friday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Chicago Cubs right-hander
Cade Horton (forearm) will go on the 15-day injured list, but he said he's optimistic that it's not a serious injury, according to Taylor McGregor of Watch Marquee Sports. Horton was forced from his start on Friday early against the Cleveland Guardians due to right-forearm discomfort. That's usually a bad sign for pitchers, but Horton may only need a minimum stint on the IL. Before exiting, the 24-year-old's velocity was down about two MPH from his typical readings over one-plus scoreless innings. Horton picked up his first win of the season in his 2026 debut last week against the Washington Nationals, when he allowed two earned runs with a walk and four strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings of work. The former seventh overall pick in 2022 out of Oklahoma should be stashed in all fantasy leagues, especially since Horton might only end up missing a couple of starts.
UPDATE: Horton will undergo tests on his right forearm this weekend.--Keith HernandezSource: Watch Marquee - Taylor McGregor
April 3, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard
Terance Mann (Achilles) has been removed from the injury report and is back in action ahead of Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Mann sat out of Tuesday's game loss to the Charlotte Hornets due to an Achilles issue. He'll move back into the starting five on Friday. Over the last seven games, Mann is averaging 5.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists across 20.5 minutes per game. The 29-year-old could offer some deep league appeal, but isn't an ideal option right now.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
New York Knicks forward/center
Karl-Anthony Towns (elbow) will not play in Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls, with center
Mitchell Robinson moving into the starting lineup. Robinson becomes a strong rebounding streamer after recording 12 points, 22 rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 31 minutes in his last start. His value comes from boards and defensive stats.
Jalen Brunson and
Mikal Bridges could see slight usage increases, while
Josh Hart may help on the glass. Robinson fits as a category specialist in standard leagues for managers targeting rebounds and blocks.
--Brian DailisanSource: James L. Edwards III
April 3, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays announced on Friday that they signed free-agent left-hander
Patrick Corbin to an undisclosed one-year deal. The team then optioned Corbin to Single-A Dunedin. Corbin, 36, will give the Jays some experienced starting pitching depth as they try to weather the rash of injuries that have hit their starting staff early on in 2026. Right now,
Shane Bieber (elbow),
Jose Berrios (elbow),
Trey Yesavage (shoulder), and
Cody Ponce (knee) are all on the shelf. Corbin will bide his time in the minors and get stretched out, but there's still no guarantee he'll make it into Toronto's rotation this year. Corbin went 7-11 in 155 1/3 innings over 31 outings (30 starts) with the Texas Rangers in 2025 and held a 4.40 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and 131:51 K:BB in his 13th big-league season. He hasn't had an ERA under 4.00 since 2019 with the Washington Nationals, so it's unlikely he'll suddenly become an asset in Toronto in hitter-friendly Rogers Centre if he gets a shot to start.
--Keith HernandezSource: Toronto Blue Jays
April 3, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward
P.J. Washington (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Orlando Magic. This marks the third game in a row that Washington will sit out due to a lingering illness. His next chance to play will come on Sunday versus the Los Angeles Lakers. The absence of Washington should mean increased playing time for
Klay Thompson and
Khris Middleton. Neither player offers great streaming value, but Thompson is the better choice between the two due to his ability to shoot from beyond the arc.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks center
Jericho Sims (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics after entering the night with a probable tag. He could be in line for steady minutes with
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and
Bobby Portis (wrist) unavailable, giving him short-term streaming appeal for rebounds. Sims grabbed 20 rebounds with six points and two assists in 36 minutes in his last start and posted eight points and nine rebounds in 30 minutes the game prior. He is mainly a category specialist.
AJ Green and
Pete Nance could also see increased workloads due to the thin frontcourt.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 3, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Friday that they added infield prospect
Cooper Pratt to the 40-man roster and optioned him to Triple-A Nashville. In a corresponding move, outfielder
Steward Berroa was designated for assignment. The move comes after the Brewers signed the 21-year-old shortstop to an eight-year, $50 million contract extension before Pratt has even stepped foot on a major-league field. Per MLB.com, Pratt is Milwaukee's fourth-ranked prospect. He's getting his first taste of Triple-A to start the 2026 season, and he has gone 4-for-15 (.267) in the early going with an RBI and a stolen base in three games at Nashville. Last year in 120 games at Double-A Biloxi, Pratt slashed .238/.343/.348 with eight home runs, 62 RBI, 71 runs scored, and 31 stolen bases in 524 plate appearances. His glove is already major-league ready, and so is his speed, but the Brewers probably would like to see more development offensively before they officially call him up to the big leagues. Still, if he tears Triple-A up in the first half of the season, Pratt could be a big-leaguer later this year.
--Keith HernandezSource: Milwaukee Brewers
April 3, 2026
New York Knicks guard
Miles McBride (pelvis) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. McBride is back in action after missing Wednesday's game due to injury management reasons. He's ready to go on Friday and should resume his role as the backup guard to
Jalen Brunson. McBride has only been playing minutes in the teens since returning from his extended absence at the end of March. He could see an uptick in playing time on Friday, but it's unlikely to be enough to warrant using McBride as a DFS option.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
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