February 3, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (personal) was downgraded from questionable to doubtful on Tuesday before his team's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He looks likely to miss his third straight game away from the tea. In the games he missed,
Myron Gardner and
Simone Fontecchio each picked up a start. Since Miami is also without
Tyler Herro (ribs), but
Davion Mitchell was able to return on Sunday. Without Powell, though,
Pelle Larsson,
Jaime Jaquez Jr., and
Bam Adebayo will continue to carry more work in the offense. The matchup is a good one for the Heat, so if Powell is ruled out, those other options could be great lineup options on Tuesday.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers guard
James Harden is working with his current team to line up a trade that sends the veteran guard to a new home before the trade deadline this Thursday. According to Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime, the Clippers have ramped up conversations with the Cleveland Cavaliers regarding a package that would be built around
Darius Garland heading to the Clippers. Both teams are motivated to execute the deal relatively soon, so it could be one of the first major deals to go down in the next few days. Harden would join forces with
Donovan Mitchell,
Evan Mobley, and the rest of the Cavs, who are looking to make a push in the Eastern Conference. Harden missed the Clippers' last two games for personal reasons, and he may have already played his last game in an LA uniform if this deal gets finalized. Harden has averaged 25.4 points, 8.1 assists, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.1 three-pointers made in 35.4 minutes per game in his 44 games so far this season.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Chris Haynes
February 3, 2026
Trade talks regarding Sacramento Kings center
Domantas Sabonis have continued this week with a connection to the Toronto Raptors still developing. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the framework of a trade for Sabonis would revolve around Raptors guards
RJ Barrett and
Ochai Agbaji. The potential for a third team to join in on the trade may still be needed in order to help with the financial side of things. Sabonis is Sacramento's best remaining trade chip, though he's had a bit of a down season due to injury. The 29-year-old has consistently been linked to the Raptors this season and would be a great help to keep Toronto near the top of the Eastern Conference.
--Kevin Larson - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
February 3, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder center
Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) may exit the lineup again on Tuesday, as the team has listed him as questionable for the first leg of a back-to-back against the Orlando Magic. Hartenstein has just made his first appearances of 2026 after missing time with a calf injury. He has seen only limited action, and it's safe to assume the seven-footer won't play in both games of the upcoming back-to-back. It may be the same for
Chet Holmgren (back) and
Jaylin Williams (shoulder), who are also listed as questionable on the injury report. The Thunder might lean more on smaller lineups against Orlando, with
Aaron Wiggins potentially returning to the starting lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center
Chet Holmgren (back) is questionable to play on Tuesday night against the Orlando Magic. The defending champions begin a back-to-back set, and it wouldn't be surprising to see Holmgren sit out Tuesday's action, so he can be fresh for Wednesday's tilt against
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) and
Jaylin Williams (shoulder) are also listed as questionable on the injury report. If the regular frontcourt contributors don't suit up on Tuesday,
Kenrich Williams and
Branden Carlson will absorb additional minutes, and the Thunder could utilize smaller lineups more often.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (personal) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. He exited the lineup last week for personal reasons and could be out for a third consecutive game on Tuesday.
Myron Gardner and
Simone Fontecchio have each picked up one start during Powell's absence. Meanwhile, with
Tyler Herro (ribs) being unavailable as well,
Pelle Larsson has stood out offensively, scoring 42 points across the last two games. Without Powell,
Bam Adebayo also has a larger role on offense.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (ribs) is not ready to return to action and will miss an 11th straight game on Tuesday against the Atlanta Hawks. Herro is dealing with a costochondral injury to his ribs, and there haven't been any updates on him since he departed the lineup in mid-January. Fortunately for Miami,
Davion Mitchell was back in the lineup on Sunday against the Chicago Bulls, giving the backcourt a slight boost. Pelle Larrson has enjoyed a regular starting role during Herro's absence, producing back-to-back 20-point performances. He does plenty of work in other areas as well, making Larsson an attractive fantasy target.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (personal) will rejoin the action on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Lakers. Brooklyn's leading scorer missed a pair of games late last week for personal reasons, but the team has removed him from the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game.
Danny Wolf has enjoyed a stint as a starter, but he will likely return to the second unit on Tuesday, with
Noah Clowney (back) also expected to play. In his last outing, Porter Jr. had a special 38-point performance against his former team, the Denver Nuggets. He is averaging a career-high 25.8 points for the season, adding 7.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Jalen Green (hamstring, hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the Portland Trail Blazers. After battling a hamstring injury throughout the campaign, Green also sustained a left hip contusion last week and could be out for a second consecutive game. With
Devin Booker (ankle) also out of commission,
Dillon Brooks and
Grayson Allen led the offense in Sunday's defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 45 of the team's 93 points. The backcourt injuries also allow
Collin Gillespie and
Jordan Goodwin to figure more prominently in the rotation.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (ankle) will remain sidelined on Tuesday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He will miss a sixth consecutive game but could be an option later this week.
Dillon Brooks has been on a scoring tear during Booker's absence, with
Grayson Allen also benefiting from more offensive touches. At the same time,
Jordan Goodwin should maintain a significant role, particularly if
Jalen Green (hamstring, hip) is unable to return. The team has listed Green as questionable for Tuesday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 3, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Deni Avdija (back) is considered doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Portland's breakout star has battled a back issue recently, missing three of the last five games. On Tuesday night, Avdija could be absent for a second consecutive contest.
Jerami Grant was back among the starters on Sunday against Cleveland and looks set to remain in the first unit if Avdija doesn't return. Although Grant settled for 15 points on Sunday night, he has averaged 21.5 points per game as a starter across the season, along with 4.9 rebounds and 2.8 assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (ankle) will play on Monday versus the Clippers. The multi-time All-Star carried a probable tag, so fantasy managers have been awaiting the official update regarding his availability. Embiid has played fantastic of late, most recently amassing 40 points, 11 boards, and two blocks while shooting 3-for-5 from deep in Saturday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. That could continue on Monday night, especially with
Paul George (suspension) out of the mix.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Atlanta Hawks center
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) won't play on Tuesday against Miami. The 25-year-old took an elbow to the mouth during the 117-106 loss to the Boston Celtics on January 28, costing him the following two contests. With
Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) questionable, his return may help lessen the blow. However, even if Porzingis sheds the questionable tag,
Mouhamed Gueye, who had 15 points, four boards, three steals, and one block in the loss to Indiana on Saturday, should continue to hold a prominent role.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Houston Rockets forward
Kevin Durant (ankle) didn't suit up for Monday's matchup with Indiana. He tweaked his ankle during the 111-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. While the multi-time All-Star managed to finish the contest, residual swelling caused his absence on Monday night. Head coach Ime Udoka is hoping the injury won't keep him on the shelf for longer than one game, so fantasy managers might see him back on Wednesday against the visiting Boston Celtics. However, if Durant misses another one,
Reed Sheppard could remain in line to replace him in the rotation after entering the starting lineup versus the Pacers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Vanessa Richardson
February 2, 2026
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Miami. He hasn't played since the loss to New Orleans on January 7, missing the last 12 games. While the 30-year-old still could miss another contest, it at least seems he's moving in a positive direction regarding his return to the court. With
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out again, Porzingis would presumably be in line to re-enter the starting lineup. However, regardless of his role, he'll likely be limited. As a result,
Mouhamed Gueye, coming off a 15-point, four-rebound, three-steal, and one-block effort, should remain relevant for fantasy purposes.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
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