November 3, 2025
Utah Jazz center
Walker Kessler (shoulder) won't play on Monday versus Boston. The 24-year-old didn't travel with the Jazz for their four-game road trip, and he didn't play in Sunday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. Kessler will presumably miss a few more contests, although that may change depending on the results of testing. In the meantime,
Jusuf Nurkic should remain in the starting lineup. Nurkic had three points, nine boards, and two steals on Sunday against the Hornets. However, he has the potential to be much more productive, giving him streaming value for fantasy managers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 3, 2025
Washington Wizards forward
Khris Middleton (elbow) was ruled out for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Middleton will miss his first game of the season due to a left elbow contusion. So far this season, Middleton is averaging 11.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 25 minutes per game. That being said, there is a decent amount of playing time up for grabs with the veteran forward hitting the sideline. The assumption is that
Bilal Coulibaly and
Corey Kispert will see extended roles in the absence of Middleton. Between the two, Coulibaly is the much better streaming choice between the two for Monday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: Marc J. Spears
November 3, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Johnny Furphy (foot) is available to play ahead of Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. As expected, Furphy will suit up after being listed as probable due to a foot issue. He finished with five points, three rebounds, and two steals in 23 minutes of action during Saturday's win over the Golden State Warriors. Furphy figures to play a similar role during Monday's contest. He won't be an appealing streaming option for Monday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: Indiana Pacers
November 3, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
RayJ Dennis (back) is available to play ahead of Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. As expected, Dennis is ready to go after being listed as questionable due to a lower back sprain. He figures to play a bigger role than normal with
Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) on the bench. Through six games, Dennis is averaging 9.2 points, 4.6 assists, and 2.8 rebounds in 25.6 minutes per game. Dennis could offer some low-end streaming value for Monday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: Indiana Pacers
November 3, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available to play ahead of Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Antetokounmpo was held out of Thursday's contest due to a lingering knee issue. Despite that, he is feeling good enough to suit up for the first leg of the back-to-back set on Monday. He's coming off a 26-point, 11 rebounds, and eight assist performance during his last time out. Fantasy managers should make sure to get Antetokounmpo active in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
--Andy WebbSource: Milwaukee Bucks
November 3, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, San Antonio Spurs guard
Dylan Harper (calf) will "miss multiple weeks." The rookie was injured during Sunday's loss to the Phoenix Suns and was observed leaving the arena in a walking boot. Luckily, an MRI confirmed he only suffered a calf strain. While "multiple weeks" doesn't specify exactly how long Harper will be out of the equation, fantasy managers might see him back on the floor before the end of the month. Unfortunately, the eventual return of
De'Aaron Fox (hamstring) may impact Harper's workload. The 2025 No. 2 overall pick has played well in his inaugural year, averaging 14.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. In the meantime,
Jordan McLaughlin could be in line for more work, although he's not worth rostering in most fantasy formats.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
November 3, 2025
Charlotte Hornets forward
Brandon Miller (shoulder) will miss at least the next two weeks. The 22-year-old appeared in only two games this season before suffering a left shoulder subluxation during the October 25 matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. As a result, he's missed the Hornets' last five contests. Miller will be re-evaluated in two weeks. However, until he can return, rookie
Kon Knueppel, averaging 14.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 42.2% shooting from deep in six starts this season, should remain even more relevant for all fantasy setups. The Hornets play the Pelicans, Heat, Lakers, Bucks (twice), Thunder, and Raptors in the next two weeks, so fantasy managers will be without Miller for at least seven more games.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Michael Scotto
November 3, 2025
Miami Heat guard
Norman Powell (groin) has been upgraded to questionable for a bout with his former team, the Los Angeles Clippers, on Monday, per the team's injury report. Powell has missed Miami's last three games with a groin issue. Should he suit up, a strong scoring effort from Powell seems likely. The 32-year-old is averaging a career-best 24 points per game, along with three assists, two steals, and 7.3 rebounds. The Heat are playing at one of the quickest paces in the NBA, averaging 124.5 points per game. That's good for third in the league. Fantasy managers should check back on Powell's status closer to the 10:30 Eastern time tip.
--Andrew BallSource: Miami Heat
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Austin Reaves (groin) won't be in uniform on Monday night when the team faces the Portland Trail Blazers. The Lakers, on the second night of a back-to-back, will also be without guard
Luka Doncic (lower leg injury management). Center
Deandre Ayton (back spasms) is questionable, while
LeBron James (sciatica) and
Gabe Vincent (ankle) remain out. It's a lengthy injury list for the Lakers, who appear content with taking a loss to the Trail Blazers.
Marcus Smart should handle most of the ball-handling responsibilities. Bronny James and
Nick Smith Jr. could also be involved. The bulk of the scoring responsibility will land on the shoulders of
Jake LaRavia and
Rui Hachimura. Reaves is averaging a career-best 31.1 points and 9.3 assists per game on the young season.
--Andrew BallSource: Marc Stein
November 3, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Luka Doncic (leg) will be sidelined on Monday night when the team faces the Portland Trail Blazers. The Lakers will also be without guard
Austin Reaves (right groin soreness). Forward
LeBron James (sciatica) and guard
Gabe Vincent (ankle) remain out, while center
Deandre Ayton (back spasms) is questionable. Los Angeles appears to be punting the second half of a back-to-back.
Marcus Smart should handle most of the ball-handling responsibilities, while Bronny James and possibly
Nick Smith Jr. could be involved.
Jake LaRavia and
Rui Hachimura will be tasked with picking up the scoring slack.
--Andrew BallSource: Marc Stein
November 3, 2025
New York Knicks guard
Josh Hart (ankle) is listed as questionable heading into Monday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. If Hart is unable to play,
Landry Shamet and
Jordan Clarkson could see an increased workload. The Knicks will be without
Mitchell Robinson (rest) at the end of the back-to-back. Hart chipped in 14 points and nine rebounds yesterday, an improvement over his five points and 6.6 rebound average this season. With the Wizards rested, look for a big night from
Kyshawn George and
CJ McCollum against a depleted Knicks roster.
--Shaun AlbinSource: ESPN
November 3, 2025
New York Knicks center
Mitchell Robinson (rest) will miss Monday's matchup, the second leg of a back-to-back, despite just 13 minutes on Sunday. Robinson has appeared in just two games this season as he works himself back into shape following a left ankle injury he struggled with through the preseason. When healthy, the big man's excellent rebounding and shot-blocking potential make him a starting option at a shallow center position. Robinson can be dropped at this stage of the season despite his potential. His inability to stay healthy, appearing in just 48 games over the past two seasons, leaves him expendable if you don't have an injured reserve spot to stash him.
--Shaun AlbinSource: ESPN
November 3, 2025
Sacramento Kings guard
Zach LaVine (back) is expected to play in Monday night's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. LaVine has been hampered by lower back soreness, but has yet to miss time this season. The 30-year-old guard has been incredible to start the season, averaging 29.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.7 assists through the first six games. With
Malik Monk sidelined, the veteran has shouldered the majority of the scoring load for the Kings, but faces a stiff test against a Nuggets defense that is allowing just 111.8 points per game, fourth in the league. The Nuggets will likely focus their defense on LaVine to slow him down, as a one-on-one matchup against
Christian Braun could set up a big day.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Jason Anderson
November 3, 2025
Sacramento Kings point guard
Dennis Schroder (hip) will be available for Monday night's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. Schroder was listed as questionable leading up to the matchup. The 32-year-old is coming off his best performance of the season in Saturday's 135-133 win over the Bucks. Schroder managed 24 points, seven assists, five rebounds, and two steals in the contest.
Malik Monk (personal) is currently away from the team, which points to an uptick in Schroder's usage. The guard should start in all formats heading into Monday's game.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Jason Anderson
November 3, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies center
Zach Edey (ankle) was assigned to the G-League's Memphis Hustle on Monday. Edey's stay with the Grizzlies affiliate should be brief, as the second-year big man recovers from offseason ankle surgery. Edey placed fifth in Rookie of the Year voting last year, after averaging 9.2 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 66 games. An early-November return for Edey would mark a significant shift in the team's lineup as
Jaren Jackson Jr. shifts to power forward, and
Jock Landale likely returns to a reserve role. Edey should be stashee immediately ahead of his return to the lineup.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Grizzlies PR
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