March 18, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (oblique) has picked up a doubtful tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's encounter with the Sacramento Kings. While the former MVP is expected to miss an 11th straight contest, this is a positive development. Previously, the team would immediately rule Embiid out on its injury report. The veteran star is working his way back from a right oblique strain.
Adem Bona and
Andre Drummond will continue to see extra playing time until Embiid is ready to return. Drummond has been the better fantasy option lately, despite coming off the bench.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Washington Wizards guard
Trae Young (quad) will miss his second straight game Thursday against the Pistons and may also be at risk of missing more time with a back-to-back coming up.
Bub Carrington should continue to start after dropping 30 points with six three-pointers, four rebounds, and two assists in 38 minutes last game, putting him firmly on the fantasy playoff streaming radar for points and threes.
Jaden Hardy added 16 points with four triples, two steals, and one block in 32 minutes and remains a viable deep-league scoring option while Young is out.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Miami Heat forward/center
Bam Adebayo (calf) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers after sitting out Tuesday due to calf tightness. The veteran big man has been dominant recently, averaging 34.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.6 three-pointers, 1.8 steals, and 1.2 blocks in 37.6 minutes over his last five games. He should remain locked into fantasy lineups during the playoffs.
Kel'el Ware could see fewer frontcourt opportunities with Adebayo likely back, while
Tyler Herro and
Norman Powell should still see their normal touches on offense.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guards
Jahmai Mashack (ankle) and
Rayan Rupert (inactive) won't take the court on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. Mashack has been ruled out for the contest due to a left ankle sprain, while Rupert was assigned to the G League. Rupert logged 27 minutes as a starter in Monday's loss to Chicago, and Mashack played an active role off the bench, finishing with 26 minutes of action.
Ty Jerome and
Javon Small will replace the two in the rotation, with the former poised to start instead of Rupert.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward/center
Noah Clowney (wrist) is out for the remainder of Wednesday's tilt against Oklahoma City, the team announced. Clowney sprained his right wrist and will call it a night after logging only eight minutes. He tallied three points and two rebounds. Clowney's return from a one-game absence bumped
Ziaire Williams to the bench on Wednesday, but he may enjoy a larger workload again without him. There will also be more opportunities for
Chaney Johnson,
Josh Minott, and
Jalen Wilson.
--Taavi PailkSource: Brooklyn Nets
March 18, 2026
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pistons and could miss a third straight contest. If he sits, the Wizards will likely continue splitting the center minutes between
Anthony Gill and
Tristan Vukcevic, though both remain risky fantasy options given Washington's unpredictable rotations. Vukcevic posted nine points, four rebounds, one assist, and one block in 19 minutes last game, while Gill finished with two points, one rebound, one steal, and one block in 16 minutes. Both are risky fantasy plays in deeper leagues right now, with
Justin Champagnie another option if Washington goes small.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Detroit Pistons guard
Cade Cunningham (back) will sit out Thursday's game against the Wizards after exiting Tuesday's contest and missing practice Wednesday. His absence should open another starting opportunity for
Daniss Jenkins, who posted 11 points, one rebound, nine assists, and two steals in 36 minutes in his last start on March 7. Jenkins offers short-term streaming appeal for assists during the fantasy playoffs, while
Jalen Duren and
Tobias Harris should see more scoring chances with Cunningham out. Cunningham managers should monitor his status closely with another game scheduled Friday.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Dallas Mavericks point guard
Brandon Williams (concussion) won't play on Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks, as the team has downgraded him from doubtful to out. Williams is in concussion protocol after being hurt during Monday's loss to New Orleans. The 26-year-old has been Dallas' most productive reserve this season, averaging 12.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in 22.0 minutes per game. With Williams sidelined,
Ryan Nembhard and
AJ Johnson are in a position to get more work in the backcourt.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward
Caleb Martin (foot) has been downgraded from questionable to out on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's meeting with the Atlanta Hawks. He will sit out a second straight game due to a sore right foot. Martin's absence will leave around 15 minutes to be filled in the rotation. Veterans
Khris Middleton and
Klay Thompson might be more involved in the action on Wednesday, but they haven't produced consistent fantasy value this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Sacramento Kings center
Drew Eubanks (thumb) underwent surgery to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb Wednesday and will miss the rest of the season. His absence should keep
Maxime Raynaud locked into heavy minutes after the rookie posted 32 points, two three-pointers, nine rebounds, three assists, and one block in 42 minutes last game.
Dylan Cardwell could also see a larger role after finishing with seven points, eight rebounds, and two assists in 18 minutes. Raynaud remains a strong fantasy playoff target, while Cardwell is more of a deep-league option as he continues ramping up after missing multiple games.
--Brian DailisanSource: Sean Cunningham
March 18, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Nicolas Batum (rest) will be inactive against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday. With
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) returning to the lineup, the Clippers will take the opportunity to rest Batum. The French veteran averages about 12 minutes a night, and the team shouldn't have any trouble managing without him. We will likely see Batum back in the lineup on Thursday when the Clippers and Pelicans meet again at the Smoothie King Center.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans point guard
Dejounte Murray (illness) will return to action on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. He was out for the first game of the week due to illness on Monday night versus Dallas. Murray has steadily gained momentum since making his season debut in late February and has looked very impressive in his most recent two appearances, averaging 31.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.5 steals. He posted these numbers in games against Houston and Toronto, both of which rank in the top 10 in defensive efficiency. The Clippers are at 19th, making Wednesday's game an even better matchup for Murray.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 18, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Collin Sexton (lower leg) will play Wednesday against the Raptors after missing four games and should reclaim a key scoring role off the bench. He erupted for 28 points with seven three-pointers, two rebounds, and three assists in 22 minutes in his last appearance and could provide a late-season scoring boost for fantasy managers. His return may cut into
Rob Dillingham's minutes and cap
Tre Jones' usage. Sexton is mainly a points and threes streamer for fantasy playoffs and offers less value when the scoring dips.
--Brian DailisanSource: K.C. Johnson
March 18, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward/center
Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bulls, marking his ninth straight absence due to a left thumb sprain.
Jakob Poeltl should continue handling heavy frontcourt minutes after posting 21 points, 18 rebounds, five assists, and one block in 37 minutes last game, making him a strong fantasy play during the playoffs.
Sandro Mamukelashvili also remains a deep-league option after finishing with eight points, one three-pointer, five rebounds, and two steals.
--Brian DailisanSource: Michael Grange
March 18, 2026
Atlanta Hawks forward
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) will be active against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. The team has upgraded Kuminga's status from questionable to available. Late last month, Kuminga had a promising start to life in Atlanta, but he's recently been dealing with a knee issue that seems to have impacted his performance. Over his last two outings, Kuminga has shot below 20 percent from the field, scoring nine points. Overall, Kuminga has averaged 14.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 23.6 minutes per game in five appearances for the Hawks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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