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Giannis Antetokounmpo Good to Go Saturday
Miami Heat forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) is available for Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons after initially being listed as probable with a right wrist sprain. The two-time MVP showed no signs of being limited Friday, pouring in 37 points on 15-for-20 shooting with nine rebounds in a win over Cleveland. Antetokounmpo is averaging 28.5 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 4.9 assists, though his 60.9 percent mark at the line remains a fantasy drawback. With Jalen Duren (hamstring) sidelined, Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo draw another favorable matchup around the basket.
Source: Eric Nehm
Source: Eric Nehm
Zach Edey Downgraded to Out for Saturday
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (ankle) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets, keeping him sidelined for both ends of the back-to-back due to left ankle injury management. The 7-foot-3 center has started all 10 of his appearances this season, averaging 7.6 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 20.7 minutes. Quinten Post (concussion) is also unavailable, so Isaiah Stewart should remain heavily involved in the frontcourt after starting in Edey's place Friday. Stewart finished that game with four blocks, giving him some short-term fantasy appeal if the minutes stay elevated.
Source: Grizzlies PR
Source: Grizzlies PR
Ty Jerome Sidelined Against the Nets
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets due to right hip soreness. This will be his second absence of the season, after upper back soreness kept him out against Sacramento on Oct. 31. Scotty Pippen Jr. (back) is also unavailable, leaving Cam Spencer with a clearer path to handle more of the playmaking. Spencer started the last time Jerome sat and delivered 13 assists in 25 minutes, so another useful all-around opportunity is there Saturday. Jerome's next chance to return comes Monday at Washington.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Nolan Traore Available Saturday Against Grizzlies
Brooklyn Nets guard Nolan Traore (calf) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies, according to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. The 20-year-old missed Wednesday's win over New Orleans but returned to practice Friday. Before the setback, Traoré had scored in double figures in five straight games and is averaging 12.9 points, 2.6 assists, and 1.4 steals on 51.6 percent shooting through 10 appearances. He should step back into a sizable role, though with Egor Demin and Mikel Brown Jr. both available, Brooklyn has more options to spread the backcourt minutes around.
Source: Brian Lewis
Source: Brian Lewis
Peyton Watson Sidelined Saturday Versus Mavericks
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Peyton Watson (hamstring) was ruled out for Saturday's game against the Dallas Mavericks due to right hamstring injury management. Cleveland entered the travel-disrupted back-to-back without its usual starting five, and this marks Watson's third absence of November. The 24-year-old has also struggled offensively, shooting 4-for-22 over his last two games. Watson is averaging 10.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks on 36.4 percent shooting, leaving his defensive production as the stronger part of his fantasy profile. Meleek Thomas and Tyrese Proctor should see expanded opportunities with Cleveland so shorthanded.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Donovan Mitchell Out Saturday Against Dallas
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (knee) was ruled out for Saturday's game against Dallas due to a left knee contusion and injury management. Cleveland also dealt with unusual travel circumstances after an FAA ground stop kept the team in Miami overnight following Friday's loss. Mitchell told Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com that he would have preferred the game be canceled, calling the situation "unprecedented." The 30-year-old had played all 13 games, averaging 23.0 points, 5.6 assists, and 4.9 rebounds. Rookie Meleek Thomas, who is averaging 13.0 points, should have a larger scoring role whenever Mitchell and James Harden (calf) are both unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
James Harden Ruled Out Saturday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks due to left calf tightness. Harden had started to heat up before the injury, scoring 52 points over his last two games, including 20 points, eight assists, and three steals Friday against Miami. The 37-year-old is averaging a team-high 5.8 assists this season. With Donovan Mitchell (knee) also sidelined, Meleek Thomas and Tyrese Proctor should see more opportunities to handle the ball and create offense, while Jaylon Tyson could benefit from additional minutes and shot attempts on the wing. Harden's next chance to return comes Monday against Chicago.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jarrett Allen Downgraded to Out Against Dallas
Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks due to right knee injury management. Allen is averaging 12.5 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks through 11 appearances this season. Cleveland is also without Evan Mobley (toe), leaving the frontcourt especially thin on the second night of a back-to-back. Thomas Bryant should be in line for a larger role at center and could provide short-term rebounding and interior production. Allen has dealt with a right knee contusion earlier this month, so his status will be worth monitoring ahead of Cleveland's next game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Evan Mobley Ruled Out for Second Straight Game
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley (toe) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks due to a left great toe sprain. It will be his second straight absence after he also sat Friday against Miami. Mobley is averaging 16.9 points and 7.3 rebounds this season, though he managed just 10.3 points and 5.3 boards over his last three appearances. With Jarrett Allen (knee) also unavailable Saturday, Thomas Bryant should take on a larger role at center, while Mario Hezonja could pick up additional frontcourt minutes. Mobley's next chance to return comes Monday against Chicago.
Source: Grant Afseth
Source: Grant Afseth
Dejounte Murray Ruled Out Versus Nuggets
New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (ankle) will miss his second straight game Saturday against the Denver Nuggets due to a left ankle sprain. His absence comes one day after ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Murray requested a trade, a development the Pelicans later confirmed. Phoenix has reportedly shown interest, though no trade talks have developed. Murray is averaging 13.4 points, 4.4 assists, and 1.6 steals while shooting 43.1% through nine games. Jeremiah Fears should continue handling more of the backcourt workload after posting 18 points and seven assists against Memphis on Friday, while Murray's fantasy outlook now depends heavily on where he lands.
Source: DNVR Nuggets
Source: DNVR Nuggets
Trey Murphy III Remains Sidelined Saturday
New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets due to bilateral patellar tendinopathy. It will be his fourth straight absence and fifth missed game of the season. Murphy has averaged 15.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 2.2 threes in 32.8 minutes when available. With Dejounte Murray (ankle) also sidelined, Saddiq Bey should remain busy after putting up 30 points and 10 rebounds against Memphis on Friday. Murphy's recurring knee issue remains the bigger concern for fantasy managers until he can put together a healthier stretch.
Source: DNVR Nuggets
Source: DNVR Nuggets
Yves Missi Cleared to Return Saturday Against Denver
New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (knee) is set to return Saturday against the Denver Nuggets after missing 11 straight games with a left knee bone bruise. Missi will be on a minutes restriction in his first game back, which should keep expectations modest right away. He opened the season as New Orleans' starting center and posted 13 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, two steals, and three blocks against Indiana before the injury. Karlo Matkovic and DeAndre Jordan have handled most of the center starts in his absence, but Missi's rebounding and defensive production could earn him a larger share of the frontcourt minutes as his workload increases.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
Michael Porter Jr. Questionable for Personal Reasons Saturday vs. Grizzlies
Michael Porter Jr. is now questionable due to personal reasons, but Brown Jr. is available for the #Nets. #Grizzlies
— Brian Lewis (@NYPost_Lewis) November 14, 2026
Ousmane Dieng Out for Sunday’s Game vs. the Hawks with Finger Sprain
#Bucks injury update: Ousmane Dieng has a left finger sprain.
— Cameron Ezeir (@camezeir) November 14, 2026
Bogoljub Marković joins the Herd on assignment, while the other two-way guys head to the G-League as well.
Aaron Nesmith Questionable for Sunday with Left-Hand Sprain
Too early to declare, but seems like good early news for the Pacers: Aaron Nesmith is listed questionable for Pacers-76ers with a left hand sprain.
— Tony East (@TonyREast) November 14, 2026
