January 13, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is considered probable for Wednesday's meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Embiid returned from a one-game absence in Monday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors and appears ready for a second consecutive appearance. On Monday, Embiid had seven turnovers in 36 minutes, but he also did plenty of positive things in a 115-102 victory. The former MVP posted 27 points and collected eight rebounds, along with four assists and two steals. Wednesday's matchup will be more difficult for Embiid, as Cleveland has limited centers to 19.9 points per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (hand) will not require surgery on his injured left hand, the team announced on Tuesday. He is expected to "heal from the injury" in approximately six weeks. Davis was previously expected to undergo surgery, which would have sidelined him for "several months." Still, it's possible Davis has played his final game as a Maverick, with trade rumors surrounding him. With Davis out,
Daniel Gafford will continue to start at center, though he has also faced health issues in 2025-26.
Moussa Cisse and
Dwight Powell round out the remaining center options for Dallas.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
January 13, 2026
According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (back) will play against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Powell was sidelined for Sunday's 124-112 loss to the Thunder due to soreness in his lower back. With Powell active,
Pelle Larsson will return to Miami's second unit after stepping up while Powell was absent against OKC. The 24-year-old finished with 16 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Ira Winderman
January 13, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Luguentz Dort (foot) won't play on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Dort is dealing with a sore left foot and will miss his 10th game of the season. The 26-year-old Canadian could see action versus the Rockets, barring any setbacks on Thursday. While Dort is sidelined during tonight's tilt,
Ajay Mitchell will likely see more minutes and could be an excellent option for fantasy managers.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers center
Jaxson Hayes (hamstring) is unavailable for Tuesday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks due to left hamstring soreness. The Lakers are being careful with Hayes and will have him sit out the second night of this back-to-back set. With Hayes out of action,
Deandre Ayton may take on extra minutes. At the same time,
Jarred Vanderbilt could have more opportunities to contribute than he usually does during this evening's clash in Los Angeles.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports that Atlanta Hawks guard
Luke Kennard (neck) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Kennard is dealing with a neck sprain and will miss the second night of a back-to-back. The 29-year-old sharpshooter played 20 minutes on Sunday, finishing with 22 points and six three-pointers. With
CJ McCollum now with the Hawks and
Trae Young in Washington, Kennard's role is uncertain in the long run once he returns to action.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Brad Rowland
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (foot/sciatica) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. James could get the evening off due to managing soreness in his foot and back, as the Lakers are on the last set of back-to-back games. He finished with 22 points, four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 33 minutes during a 124-112 loss to Sacramento on Tuesday.
Luka Doncic (thigh/groin) is also in danger of missing the contest as he is dealing with a thigh and groin issue.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports that Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (knee) will miss his third consecutive contest on Tuesday due to a bone contusion in his left knee. 25-year-old
Vit Krejci has started in place of Risacher in the last two games. However, Krejci has provided minimal production for fantasy managers. Newly acquired
CJ McCollum may give the Hawks another option in Krejci's struggles during Riscacher's continued absence.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Brad Rowland
January 13, 2026
According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com, Los Angeles Lakers guard
Luka Doncic (thigh/groin) said he had treatment for his inner thigh/groin area during the second half in Monday's 124-112 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Doncic is unsure if he will be able to play through the injury against the Hawks this evening. Even with the setback, the star guard still put up 42 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, and four steals. If the 26-year-old is unable to suit up,
Jake LaRavia may be in line for extra minutes. Typically,
Rui Hachimura would play in place of Doncic, but his minutes will be limited as he returns from a calf injury that kept him sidelined for seven games.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Dave McMenamin
January 13, 2026
Atlanta Hawks guard
Luke Kennard (neck) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup in Los Angeles against the Lakers, who are on the second night of a back-to-back. Kennard played 20 minutes on Sunday and had 22 points while knocking down six triples. He has scored at least eight points in each of his last seven games, averaging 13.1 points and 3.0 three-pointers per contest in 24.3 minutes per game over that stretch. With
CJ McCollum in the mix for the Hawks and
Trae Young in Washington, Kennard's role is uncertain, but he can be a solid source of points and threes if he gets opportunities.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Saddiq Bey (hip) was originally listed as doubtful, upgraded to questionable, and is now all the way up to probable for Tuesday's clash against the Denver Nuggets. He has missed the last six games since straining his right hip flexor on Dec. 31 against the Bulls. Before the injury, Bey was putting up good numbers for the Pels, averaging 15.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 0.9 steals in 29.9 minutes per game. His return will likely reduce the role of
Bryce McGowens, who has struggled in his absence.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Dallas Mavericks center
Anthony Davis (hand) will likely have surgery on his left hand to repair ligament damage, sidelining him for several months. Davis originally suffered the injury in last Thursday's loss to the Utah Jazz. With the trade deadline around the corner, AD could still be traded to a playoff contender, with a potential return in the playoffs. If he stays with the Mavericks, he is not likely to return this season, since the team is not expected to be in the playoff race. Without Davis,
Moussa Cisse and
Dwight Powell will likely fill in behind
Daniel Gafford at center for the rest of the season, while
Cooper Flagg will remain more the focus of the offense. Davis is not officially done for the season, but it looks like his time in Dallas is over, according to this latest report from ESPN's Shams Charania, who says multiple teams are still trying to trade for AD to be a part of their playoff run.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Shams Charania
January 13, 2026
Chicago Bulls forward
Julian Phillips (wrist) was originally listed as probable but later downgraded to questionable for Tuesday night's matchup with the Rockets. Phillips is dealing with a left wrist strain and is only playing 10.2 minutes in his 28 games this season, averaging 3.0 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.5 steals per game. If he's ultimately unable to play, there could be a few more minutes for
Patrick Williams and
Dalen Terry, although the 22-year-old Phillips hasn't made meaningful contributions for fantasy in his current limited role.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Herbert Jones (ankle) will miss a fourth straight game on Tuesday against the Denver Nuggets, but his return to action appears to be near. The 27-year-old is considered day-to-day, Rod Walker of The Times-Picayune reports. Jones has played in only one of the last 11 games and is trying to return from a right ankle sprain. His next chance for a comeback will be on Wednesday night against the Brooklyn Nets. Without Jones,
Bryce McGowens and
Micah Peavy are in a position to receive more minutes, although neither has delivered noteworthy fantasy performances recently.
--Taavi PailkSource: Rod Walker
January 13, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Saddiq Bey (hip) has been upgraded to questionable on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Denver Nuggets. He has previously carried a doubtful tag due to a hip injury sustained on Dec. 31. The ailment has kept Bey sidelined for six games, disrupting a good comeback campaign. Bey is among New Orleans' leading scorers, averaging 15.1 points per game. His absence has allowed
Bryce McGowens to become a member of the first unit, but his efforts have been mostly disappointing.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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