Russell Westbrook Won't Play Wednesday
Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. The veteran star recently missed three games with a sore foot and is now dealing with a left ankle issue. With Westbrook on the shelf, fantasy managers should give Devin Carter a look, especially with four other regulars missing Wednesday's game. Carter has averaged 13.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists across the last four games. On Wednesday, he will face a team that has allowed the most fantasy points to point guards this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lauri Markkanen Now Listed as Available for Wednesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (rest) is set to play on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. He was initially listed as out for rest as Utah begins a back-to-back. With Markkanen in the lineup on Wednesday, he likely won't play in Thursday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers. Given recent developments, fantasy managers shouldn't expect full value from Markkanen on Wednesday, as the tanking Jazz have begun resting him during games, keeping him off the floor in the fourth quarter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson Won't Suit Up Tuesday
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (rest) will skip Tuesday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. The five-time All-Star will be rested after appearing in five consecutive games. Khris Middleton will be a fresh face in the rotation on Tuesday and will help compensate for Thompson's absence. Brandon Williams and Tyus Jones could also get more action off the bench. Thompson has been fairly durable during the season and will likely return to action on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Keyonte George to Miss Second Straight Game
Utah Jazz point guard Keyonte George (ankle) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. Due to an ankle injury, George has featured just once since the start of February. In George's absence, Isaiah Collier has made a big mark, averaging 18.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 11.8 assists, and 2.4 steals across the last five games. There are also additional minutes available for Vince Williams Jr., who tallied five points, seven assists, and one steal in 15 minutes off the bench in Monday's win over Miami.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Lauri Markkanen Won't Play Wednesday Night
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (rest) won't be in action on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. The team will begin a back-to-back set and has decided to rest Markkanen for the first game. With Keyonte George (ankle) also out of the lineup, the Jazz will rely primarily on Jaren Jackson Jr., Isaiah Collier, and Ace Bailey for offensive production. The trio combined for 51 points in Monday's 115-111 win over Miami. Meanwhile, Cody Williams and Brice Sensabaugh are likely to log more playing time without Markkanen.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Egor Demin Available for Wednesday's Matchup
Brooklyn Nets point guard Egor Demin (rest) will be active against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The team hasn't listed him on the injury report after Demin was rested for Monday's contest against Chicago. Terance Mann started in Demin's place on Monday but didn't do much, and he will have even less fantasy appeal coming off the bench. Fantasy managers should be excited about Demin on Wednesday, as Indiana allows point guards to score the third-most fantasy points in the league.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Noah Clowney Considered Probable for Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. The 21-year-old had an impressive 22-point outing on Monday against Chicago, and it looks like he will get an opportunity to replicate the performance on Wednesday night. With Michael Porter Jr. (knee) out of action, Clowney can currently enjoy a larger offensive role. Indiana is ranked 21st in defensive efficiency, making this a good matchup for Clowney, who went for 17 points on 6-for-9 shooting when these teams met for the first time this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Bilal Coulibaly Uncertain to Play vs. Cleveland
Washington Wizards guard/forward Bilal Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Cleveland. The issue surfaced after he logged 34 minutes Sunday, finishing with seven points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block while playing through discomfort. With Washington leaning into a youth movement and Kyshawn George (ankle) also questionable, minutes could funnel to rookie Will Riley, who has averaged 18.2 points, 2.6 threes, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists over his last five games. Fellow rookie Jamir Watkins gains fringe value. Coulibaly carries short-term risk, while Riley profiles as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Micah Potter Upgraded to Available
Indiana Pacers forward/center Micah Potter (hip) will play against the New York Knicks on Tuesday. The Pacers have updated his status from questionable to available. Potter has been playing through a hip issue lately and may ultimately take some time off on Wednesday when Indiana plays the second game of a back-to-back against Brooklyn. In Tuesday's contest, Potter may see some extra minutes on the floor due to Jarace Walker's (illness) absence. Last time out against Toronto, Potter was just short of a double-double, notching eight points and eight rebounds in 26 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jarace Walker Out Tuesday
Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (illness) won't play on Tuesday against the New York Knicks. He was added to the injury report very late due to illness and has been officially ruled out ahead of tip-off. Given the circumstances, it wouldn't be surprising if Walker also sat out Wednesday's game against Brooklyn. With Walker out, the rest of the second unit must step up against the Knicks. Micah Potter (hip), Ben Sheppard, and Kam Jones are all candidates for extended minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kyshawn George Faces Questionable Tag vs. Cleveland
Washington Wizards guard/forward Kyshawn George (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday against Cleveland after turning his ankle Sunday, adding another layer of uncertainty to a Washington rotation already trending toward late-season evaluation mode. If George or Bilal Coulibaly (heel) sits, minutes should open for Will Riley, who has responded when extended, averaging 18.2 points, 2.6 threes, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists over his last five games. Jamir Watkins also gains fringe value. Riley profiles as a viable streamer, while George carries short-term risk in standard formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Michael Porter Jr. Inactive Against Pacers Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (knee) won't suit up for Wednesday's clash against the Indiana Pacers. He remains on the injury report with right knee tendinitis. In Porter Jr.'s absence, Danny Wolf joined the starting unit on Monday against Chicago. The 21-year-old rookie has done a good job all year when given the opportunity to start, averaging 10.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.0 blocks in 28.0 minutes. Wolf may be even more productive on Wednesday against a defensively-challenged team. With Porter Jr. sidelined, the rest of the Nets starters also gain added fantasy value due to a higher share of offensive responsibilities.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Shaedon Sharpe to Remain Out Wednesday
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Shaedon Sharpe (calf) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He strained his left calf last week and could be out through the All-Star break. Sharpe's absence from the lineup has increased Vit Krejci's workload, though he had a quiet five-point outing in Monday's loss to Philadelphia. Scott Henderson and Blake Wesley are also relied upon more in this situation, with the former being the better fantasy option. Henderson has averaged 11.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 8.0 assists in two games since making his season debut.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Spencer Jones Uncertain to Play Wednesday vs. Grizzlies
Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (concussion) is listed as questionable for Wednesday against Memphis after missing the past two games. His status matters for the frontcourt rotation, as third-year wing Julian Strawther has filled the opening and produced, averaging 19.5 points, 3.0 three-pointers, and 5.5 rebounds in 31.2 minutes over the last two starts. If Jones sits again, Strawther profiles as a viable streamer with Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Peyton Watson (hamstring) out. Jones' role has been volatile, keeping him off the fantasy radar outside deep leagues, while usage remains concentrated with Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
T.J. McConnell Active Against Knicks Tuesday
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will play against the New York Knicks on Tuesday, Ian Begley of SNY reports. The veteran playmaker is experiencing soreness in his right hamstring but has been cleared to play in the first leg of a back-to-back. It appears likely that McConnell will be rested for Wednesday's matchup with Brooklyn. McConnell has made all of his 39 appearances off the bench this season, averaging 9.5 points, 4.8 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.
Source: Ian Begley
Source: Ian Begley
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