Richaun Holmes Doubtful For Wednesday
Richaun Holmes (shoulder) is doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 31-year-old could be out of action for the fourth straight game due to a right shoulder contusion. If he isn't good to go, his next chance to suit up is Friday evening against the Chicago Bulls. Holmes may be out of action alongside Anthony Gill (hamstring). However, Tristan Vukcevic (knee) will provide some relief for the team's frontcourt as he is set to return after a two-game absence.Source: NBA Injury Report
Washington Wizards center/forward Tristan Vukcevic Set To Return On Wednesday
Tristan Vukcevic (knee) is available to suit up against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. Vukcevic is set to make his return after missing the last two games due to a left knee contusion. The 22-year-old will likely be assigned a heavy workload this evening, with Richaun Holmes (shoulder) doubtful and Anthony Gill (hamstring) out of action. However, Vukcevic isn't a viable fantasy option, as he's averaged just 8.2 points and 3.4 rebounds across 32 games this season.Source: NBA Injury Report
Washington Wizards center Anthony Gill Sidelined Against 76ers
Anthony Gill (hamstring) won't play against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a hamstring issue. Gill could not return to Tuesday's contest after exiting early because of the injury. The 32-year-old had become a regular in the rotation, playing at least 22 minutes in three of the last four contests. Despite Gill being out of action this evening, the Wizards frontcourt will likely have some help as center Tristan Vukcevic is no longer listed on the injury report.Source: NBA Injury Report
Washington Wizards forward/center Khris Middleton Out Again Wednesday
Khris Middleton (ankle) is unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Middleton will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a right knee contusion. He last played on March 27 versus the Pacers and finished with eight points, one rebound and two assists across 14 minutes on the floor. His next chance to suit up comes on Friday versus Chicago. Justin Champagnie has benefited the most from Middleton's lengthy absence, as he's recorded a double-double in two straight games.Source: NBA Injury Report
Washington Wizards forward Jordan Poole Won't Play Wednesday Versus Philadelphia
Jordan Poole (elbow) is unavailable for Wednesday's matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers due to a right elbow contusion. The Wizards are staying on the cautious end, keeping Poole out of tonight's action as they are on the back end of back-to-back games. The 25-year-old finished with 19 points, one rebound and three assists across 19 minutes in a 104-98 loss to the Pacers on Tuesday. Marcus Smart and Bub Carrington will likely absorb most of the available minutes in the backcourt this evening.Source: NBA Injury Report
Washington Wizards guard Jaylen Wells Suffers Broken Wrist Versus Hornets
Jaylen Wells suffered a broken wrist during Tuesday's win against the Charlotte Hornets. The 21-year-old rookie broke his right wrist after a hard fall, landing on his arm and head due to a mid-air collision at the end of a fast-break dunk. Wells was down on the court for several minutes before medical personnel placed him onto a stretcher, securing his head to restrict motion. He was taken to the hospital, where he had movement in all his extremities, interim head coach Tuomas Iisalo said. This injury marks an unfortunate ending to a solid rookie season, in which Wells averaged 10.4 points and 3.4 rebounds in 25.9 minutes. Vince Williams Jr. started the second half in Wells' place on Tuesday and will likely receive increased usage moving forward.Source: NBA.com
Memphis Grizzlies small forward Jakob Poeltl Iffy For Wednesday's Action
Jakob Poeltl (hand) is questionable to play against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. Following a scheduled rest day against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday, Poeltl was expected to rejoin the action against Charlotte, but he is on the injury report with a right hand injury. With Poeltl frequently out of the lineup lately, Orlando Robinson and Jonathan Mogbo have stepped up to take on bigger roles. Both players will receive extra work again on Wednesday if Poeltl remains out of the lineup.Source: NBA Injury Report
Toronto Raptors center Scottie Barnes Questionable Wednesday
Scottie Barnes (hand) is considered questionable for Wednesday's action against the Charlotte Hornets. He may sit out a third straight game due to a hand injury. The Raptors look set to roll out a shorthanded lineup again, as Ochai Agbaji (rest), Jamal Shead (rest), and Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) are already ruled out, and Jakob Poeltl (hand) is also carrying a questionable tag. This could greatly boost the offensive usage of RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley. Meanwhile, Jonathan Mogbo will likely continue to start in Barnes' place.Source: NBA Injury Report
Toronto Raptors guard/forward Andrew Wiggins Tagged As Questionable For Wednesday
Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) is considered questionable for Wednesday's tilt against the Chicago Bulls. Wiggins appears to be nearing his return, but he may still be forced to sit out a seventh consecutive game due to right hamstring tendinopathy. Pelle Larsson has become a regular starter during Wiggins' absence, although his performances tend to vary significantly. His average numbers for the last six games stand at 10.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.2 steals. Duncan Robinson has also taken on a larger role recently and could be in for a big night against a team that allows the fourth-most three-point attempts in the league.Source: NBA Injury Report
Miami Heat forward Anfernee Simons May Miss Another Game Wednesday
Anfernee Simons (forearm) is at risk of missing a fifth consecutive game, as the team lists him as questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Utah Jazz. Portland's top scorer has landed on the shelf with a right forearm contusion. Simons has joined Scoot Henderson (concussion) on the sidelines, leaving the Trail Blazers' backcourt shorthanded. Due to the injury situation, Dalano Banton has made four consecutive starts, scoring at least 20 points in each of the last three. With neither Deandre Ayton (calf) nor Jerami Grant (knee) in the lineup on Wednesday, and Deni Avdija (thumb) potentially remaining out, Banton must carry the offensive load again alongside Shaedon Sharpe and Toumani Camara.Source: NBA Injury Report
Portland Trail Blazers guard Deni Avdija Questionable Wednesday
Deni Avdija (thumb) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. A right thumb injury knocked Avdija out of the lineup for Sunday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs, and it could rob him of another game on Wednesday night. Matisse Thybulle replaced Avdija in the starting unit on Sunday, while Kris Murray received additional minutes off the bench. Although Murray was the more productive of the two, history has shown that neither player can be relied upon for consistent fantasy value.Source: NBA Injury Report
Portland Trail Blazers forward Keegan Murray In Danger Of Missing Third Straight Contest
Keegan Murray (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. He may have to skip a third consecutive game due to lower back inflammation. Trey Lyles is likely to log another start if Murray cannot return to the lineup. Lyles has seen heavy usage over the last couple of games, averaging 39.0 minutes a night, but his efforts have not translated well into fantasy basketball. In the two starts, Lyles has averaged 7.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals.Source: NBA Injury Report
Sacramento Kings forward Malik Monk Out Against Nuggets
Malik Monk (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's tilt against the Denver Nuggets. He injured his left calf on Monday against the Detroit Pistons and could be done for the rest of the regular season. Monk's early exit on Monday gave Devin Carter a spot in the rotation. He finished with seven points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 22 minutes. Carter will likely get a bump in minutes again on Wednesday night, but fantasy managers should not get too excited about this, as the 23-year-old struggled to fill the box score against the Pistons.Source: NBA Injury Report
Sacramento Kings guard Fred VanVleet Not Expected To Play Against Clippers
Fred VanVleet is unlikely to suit up for Wednesday's contest against the Los Angeles Clippers, as the team has listed him as doubtful on the injury report. VanVleet is experiencing soreness in his right ankle and looks set to sit out for the second time in four games. Tari Eason was brought into the starting unit when VanVleet missed a 143-105 win against the Utah Jazz on April 2. However, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka might have different plans for Wednesday, as he could also be without Alperen Sengun (back) and Jabari Smith Jr. (groin), who are both considered questionable for the game.Source: NBA Injury Report
Houston Rockets point guard Jabari Smith Jr. Questionable Wednesday
Jabari Smith Jr. (groin) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He is attempting to overcome left groin soreness before tip-off. If Smith Jr. is unable to play, Tari Eason will likely receive additional minutes, with Jae'Sean Tate or Cam Whitmore possibly re-entering the rotation. Meanwhile, if Smith Jr. gets the green light to play, he may see increased usage in the frontcourt since Alperen Sengun (back) is also questionable for the game, and his absence would open up significant minutes at the center position.Source: NBA Injury Report
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