De'Anthony Melton to Play on Friday
Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (groin) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Melton is back after missing Tuesday's game due to injury. His return to the rotation should shift Will Richard back to the second unit. This season, Melton is averaging 13.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists across 22.5 minutes per game. He does enough on the court to warrant a look in deep leagues. He has scored 20 points or more in four of his last six games. Fantasy managers might want to consider streaming Melton while he's hot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ayo Dosunmu is Cleared for Friday's Game
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Dosunmu is back in the mix after missing Wednesday's game due to a thumb sprain. His return to the lineup should mean Terrence Shannon Jr. will see a reduced role in the rotation. Since joining the Wolves, Dosunmu is averaging 11.0 points and 2.5 assists per game. When healthy, Dosunmu does enough on the court to at least roster in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Anthony Edwards is Available on Friday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Edwards will shed the questionable tag and officially suit up for Friday's game. Edwards is dealing with right knee soreness, but it's not significant enough to keep him out of action. Over the last six games, Edwards is averaging 28.0 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.3 rebounds across 34.7 minutes per game. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Edwards is in there ahead of tip-off.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell is Tagged as Questionable for Saturday
Miami Heat guard Norman Powell (groin) is tagged as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Orlando Magic. Powell is hopeful to return to the court after missing seven games in a row due to a groin strain. If he's cleared, Powell will likely be on a minutes limit considering he hasn't played since late February. His return to the court would mean fewer minutes for Kasparas Jakucionis, Dru Smith (hip) and Simone Fontecchio. Fantasy managers should check back on Saturday ahead of tip-off for a final update on Powell.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Victor Wembanyama Questionable Saturday Vs. Hornets
San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against Charlotte after missing Thursday's loss to Denver due to right ankle soreness. If he remains out, Luke Kornet could draw another start after posting three rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 25 minutes, offering some deep-league appeal for defensive stats. Mason Plumlee may also see limited backup minutes. Wembanyama's absence would also keep more offensive responsibility on De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle, while Kornet could be a blocks streamer if he draws another start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Andrew Wiggins to Miss Fifth Straight Game
Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Orlando Magic. This marks the fifth game in a row that Wiggins has missed due to a left toe injury. The fact that Wiggins is being ruled out a full day in advance likely means he isn't close to returning. Fantasy managers should consider Wiggins as doubtful ahead of Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Myron Garder, Kel'el Ware, and Simone Fontecchio should all continue to see increased workloads on Saturday. Ware is the best streaming option out of the bunch, with the other two offering deep league appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Alperen Sengun Ruled Out Versus New Orleans
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (back) will miss Friday's matchup against New Orleans after being added to the injury report with lower back soreness. His next opportunity to return comes Monday against the Lakers. Clint Capela is expected to step into a larger role after posting nine points, seven rebounds, one steal and one block in 24 minutes last game. Capela profiles as a rebounds and blocks streamer, while Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant could absorb more offensive usage. Reed Sheppard could also benefit, though his production has dipped slightly after a strong recent stretch.
Source: Adam Wexler
Source: Adam Wexler
Tobias Harris is Ruled Out for Friday's Game
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Pistons have decided to hold out Harris for the second leg of this back-to-back set. His next chance to play will come against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. The Pistons are likely going to use a committee approach to fill the void while Harris is sidelined. That means Isaiah Stewart, Ron Holland II, and Javonte Green are all candidates to see more run. Among the three players, Stewart is the best streaming choice ahead of Friday's slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ausar Thompson Still Out Friday Against Memphis
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Ausar Thompson (ankle) will miss Friday's game against Memphis, extending his absence to five straight contests due to a right ankle sprain. His next opportunity to return comes Sunday against Toronto. With Thompson and Tobias Harris (hip) both sidelined, Detroit could lean more on Ronald Holland II, Marcus Sasser, and Kevin Huerter for extra minutes. Holland produced 15 points, three rebounds, and one steal in 25 minutes last game, while Huerter added 12 points, two three-pointers, four rebounds, four assists, and two steals. All three are deep-league streamers, though their roles remain shaky
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Josh Hart is Unavailable on Friday
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He was downgraded from questionable to doubtful, but now he'll officially take a seat. Hart is dealing with left knee soreness that hopefully won't keep him sidelined for long. The expectation is that Landry Shamet will start while Jordan Clarkson and Mohamed Diawara see expanded roles as well. Among the three, Clarkson is the best streaming option after posting 27 points across 26 minutes of action on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Caleb Martin Good to Go Versus Cavaliers
Dallas Mavericks forward Caleb Martin (finger) is available for Friday's game against Cleveland and could see a slight uptick in minutes with P.J. Washington (ankle) sidelined, and Daniel Gafford also out for rest. Martin has held a limited role this season, averaging 3.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.4 assists, but deeper leagues may find short-term value if his workload pushes closer to the 20-minute range. He finished with two points, three rebounds, one assist, and one block in 15 minutes Thursday. Marvin Bagley III and Khris Middleton remain the preferred streaming targets, leaving Martin as a deeper league flier.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jeremy Sochan Won't Suit up on Friday
New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan (illness) is ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Sochan was a late addition to the injury report and will ultimately take a seat due to a lingering illness. Normally, his status isn't noteworthy, but he was likely in line for more minutes with Josh Hart (knee) unavailable. Mohamed Diawara figures to play an expanded role, which could lead to deep league value for Friday's slate. This illness shouldn't keep Sochan out for too long, as his next chance to play will come on Sunday against the Golden State Warriors.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Naji Marshall Cleared to Play Friday
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Naji Marshall (foot) will be available for Friday's game against Cleveland after playing through recent soreness. The 28-year-old has carved out a steady role this month, averaging 9.2 points, 3.2 assists, and 2.6 rebounds in 25.0 minutes across his last five appearances. With P.J. Washington (ankle) sidelined and Daniel Gafford resting, Marshall should see more frontcourt involvement and could take on a slightly larger offensive role alongside Khris Middleton, who should help shoulder more of the scoring. Marshall, Middleton, and Marvin Bagley III all profile as viable streaming options in deeper formats.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
Karl-Anthony Towns is Ruled Out on Friday
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He was initially listed as questionable on the injury report, but will ultimately sit out due to knee soreness. His next chance to play will come on Sunday against the Golden State Warriors. In his absence, Mitchell Robinson is expected to move into the starting center spot. Robinson should be a strong streaming option while Towns is out. Ariel Hukporti could also see more involvement, but Robinson is the best streaming choice here.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington Out Friday Against Cleveland
Dallas Mavericks forward/center P.J. Washington (ankle) will miss Friday's game against Cleveland after being listed as doubtful following Thursday's win over Memphis, where he finished with 12 points, 10 rebounds, one assist, and one block in 28 minutes. His absence should push Khris Middleton into a larger role after the veteran erupted for 35 points with eight three-pointers, two rebounds, one assist, and two steals in 25 minutes off the bench last game. Middleton profiles as a strong scoring and three-point streaming option, while Marvin Bagley III and Caleb Martin (finger) could also see modest workload bumps.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
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