December 17, 2025
Dallas Mavericks point guard
Brandon Williams (Achilles) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Detroit Pistons. Williams missed the previous game against the Utah Jazz with an Achilles issue, and it appears to be clouding his availability for Thursday as well. The 26-year-old guard has been a main contributor off the bench for the injury-plagued Mavericks, averaging 10.8 points per game, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists on nearly 22 minutes per game. If Williams is active, he could produce yet again, with veteran D'Angelo Russell questionable with an illness. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should monitor both Russell's and Williams' status heading into Thursday.
--Nathan HarveySource: Grant Afseth
December 17, 2025
Dallas Mavericks point guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Russell has missed the previous two matchups as he continues to deal with an illness. In his first season with the Mavericks, Russell has averaged career lows in points per game (11.2), rebounds per game (2.6), and minutes per game (20:17). Despite spending the majority of his career as a starter, he has come off the bench in all but three games this season. Russell's availability will become much clearer as we approach tomorrow night, but his fantasy value is too low to consider in starting lineups with a crowded slate upcoming. If Russell is out, look for undrafted free agent
Ryan Nembhard and
Brandon Williams (who's also questionable with an Achilles injury) to handle his workload.
--Nathan HarveySource: Grant Afseth
December 17, 2025
New York Knicks center
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) may exit the lineup on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers, as he is considered questionable for the game. Robinson continues to manage an ankle injury. If he can shed the questionable designation, the 27-year-old may get an opportunity to re-enter the first unit. New York has three starters listed as questionable for Thursday, including starting center
Karl-Anthony Towns (knee). Centers have feasted against the Pacers all season, and it would be a favorable matchup for Robinson if he can play.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
New York Knicks guard/forward
Josh Hart (abdomen) could miss his second game of the season on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. The versatile veteran is on the injury report with an abdominal strain. After beginning the season as a member of the second unit, Hart has been a regular starter over the last four weeks. He is one of three starters with a questionable tag on the injury, so the Knicks' bench mob could see additional playing opportunities on Thursday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Brandon Clarke (knee) is available to make his season debut on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team has upgraded his status from questionable to available. Clarke has been out so far due to offseason knee surgery. Given his long absence, fantasy managers shouldn't expect too much from the 29-year-old. However, the opportunity is there for Clarke to make a significant impact in the rotation, as the frontcourt is missing
Zach Edey (ankle).
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
December 17, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder center
Isaiah Hartenstein (leg) won't play on Thursday versus the Clippers. It's the first of back-to-back contests for the champs, so he'll likely be available for Friday's game in Minnesota. With
Jaylin Williams (heel) also out, OKC may need to go smaller than usual, with
Kenrich Williams projected to see minutes behind
Chet Holmgren in a favorable matchup against one of the worst defensive teams in the National Basketball Association.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies point guard
Ja Morant (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Unfortunately, due to an ankle sprain, Morant has to make an exit from the lineup just two games after returning from a calf injury. Memphis' backcourt will also be without
Cam Spencer (personal), opening up a lot of additional minutes for the rest of the crew.
Vince Williams Jr. impressed during Morant's recent absence and will get a new opportunity to make a big impact.
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
December 17, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (hip) won't play on Thursday against Denver. The 24-year-old was injured during Saturday's NBA Cup loss to the New York Knicks. As of now, he's considered day-to-day. However, that doesn't mean he's projected to get back on the floor anytime soon, especially considering his injury history. With
Franz Wagner (ankle) also ruled out,
Anthony Black should remain in the starting lineup.
Tyus Jones, who has averaged only 2.4 points this season, is currently the favorite to take over at the one. Jones has historically played well as a starter throughout his career, so he'll have streaming value in all fantasy formats. He'll also draw attention from DFS managers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
New York Knicks forward
OG Anunoby (knee) is considered questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Indiana Pacers. After starring in the 2025 NBA Cup final, Anunoby has landed on the injury report due to a left knee contusion.
Karl-Anthony Towns (knee),
Josh Hart (abdominal), and
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) are also on the injury list as questionable, so the Knicks could have a very different look on Thursday night. Bench players such as
Jordan Clarkson,
Tyler Kolek, and
Guerschon Yabusele must be ready to take on larger workloads.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
New York Knicks forward/center
Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) may take a night off after winning the NBA Cup, as he has been listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. The big man is on the injury report with a sore left knee.
Mitchell Robinson (ankle) is also listed as questionable, meaning
Ariel Hukporti and
Guerschon Yabusele may have to carry the frontcourt in a favorable matchup. This is a pace-up spot for the Knicks against a weak defense. The Pacers have especially struggled to contain centers, giving up the eighth-most fantasy points to the position this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (toe) won't play on Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets. He is traveling with the team but has been ruled out for a second straight game.
Simone Fontecchio started in Herro's place on Monday against the Toronto Raptors, though he had a poor outing with three points, four rebounds, two assists, and one block. This may prompt Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra to try a new lineup on Thursday. In Herro's absence,
Jaime Jaquez Jr. and
Dru Smith are also candidates for additional playing time.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves guard
Anthony Edwards (foot) won't play on Wednesday against Memphis. His next chance to suit up will be on Friday versus the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder. For now, he'll miss his third-straight game due to right foot "injury maintenance."
Mike Conley (Achilles) is also out, meaning
Bones Hyland remains in line to re-enter the starting lineup. The 25-year-old looked good in Sunday's win over the Sacramento Kings, finishing with 18 points, five assists, three boards, and one block in 36 minutes of work.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Chicago Bulls guard/forward
Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) won't play on Wednesday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team downgraded his status from questionable to out. This means Dosunmu won't be available for the fourth time in five games. He is dealing with injuries to both thumbs, but the team currently has him on the injury report with a right thumb sprain.
Kevin Huerter and
Tre Jones have extra fantasy value due to Dosunmu's absence, though their performances tend to fluctuate.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (calf) is listed as questionable for a matchup against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. He came through a full practice session on Wednesday and hopes to return from a one-game absence.
Daniel Gafford was Dallas' starting center on Monday versus the Utah Jazz and will presumably return to the bench on Thursday if Davis is ready to return. Across five December appearances, Davis has averaged a double-double with 20.8 points and 12.0 rebounds per game. The Pistons will match up against Davis with
Jalen Duren and
Isaiah Stewart, making it a difficult game for the Mavericks star.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 17, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers guard
James Harden (calf) will come out of the lineup on Thursday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The former MVP played through a calf issue and struggled on Monday night against the Memphis Grizzlies. Now, he is taking a full game off to get some additional recovery time.
Bogdan Bogdanovic appears to be the likeliest candidate to take Harden's spot in the first unit, while players like
Kris Dunn,
Kobe Sanders, and
Jordan Miller may also benefit from his absence. These players could have additional fantasy value for multiple games, as Harden is also considered uncertain for Saturday's tilt against the Los Angeles Lakers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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