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Jarrett Allen Will Play On Friday
11/16:Brooklyn Nets center Jarrett Allen is set to return to action Friday night against the Washington Wizards. Having entered the day questionable to play due to illness, the Nets will welcome back their starting center, who missed the past two games. Allen has started all 13 contests he has appeared in this season and has snatched at least seven rebounds in each of his last six contests.Source: Brooklyn Nets
Donte DiVincenzo is Out Next Three Games
11/16:Milwaukee Bucks guard Donte Divincenzo (quad) has been ruled out for at least the next three games. DiVincenzo suffered a minor left quadriceps strain during Wednesday's contest. He's been solid off the bench for the Bucks this season. He's averaging 6.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 18.1 minutes per game this season. Pat Connaughton is expected to gain most of DiVincenzo's playing time while he's sidelined. DiVincenzo will be re-evaluated after he sits out the next three games.Source: Milwaukee Bucks
Russell Westbrook Practiced on Friday
11/16:Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (ankle) practiced on Friday, but there is no clear indication whether or not he'll play on Saturday. He's missed the last five games, but did participate in shootaround on Wednesday. It sounds like Westbrook is making progress, but who knows if he'll be ready for game action by Saturday. Dennis Schroder would draw another start on Saturday, assuming Westbrook sits. Paul George would see a higher usage without Westbrook on the court.Source: Brett Dawson
Luka Doncic is Expected to Play on Saturday
11/16:Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (shoulder) went through full practice on Friday, but is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Doncic had an X-ray on Wednesday and the results came back clean, so he's expected to play on Saturday. Fantasy owners should check back for an update on Saturday.Source: Dwain Price
Wesley Matthews Listed as Out for Saturday
11/16:Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Wesley Matthews (hamstring) is listed as out for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He returned on Wednesday, but aggravated his hamstring. Hamstring issues have a tendency to linger, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Matthews miss a few games. Dorian Finney-Smith should start in his place, but he doesn't have any fantasy value.Source: Brad Townsend
Dwight Powell is Questionable for Saturday
11/16:Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Powell was dealing with a knee issue during the preseason, but hasn't missed a regular season game yet. Maxi Kleber would likely gain Powell's minutes if he's forced to sit out. Fantasy owners should check back later on Saturday for another update.Source: NBA.com
Torrey Craig is Questionable on Saturday
11/16:Denver Nuggets forward Torrey Craig (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He left Thursday's game due to hamstring tightness and was unable to return. He doesn't have much fantasy value since he's only averaging 8.5 minutes per game. The other forwards should gain a few minutes if Craig sits out.Source: Harrison Wind
Trevor Ariza Ruled Out for Saturday
11/16:Phoenix Suns forward Trevor Ariza (personal) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The details about his absence are unclear, but he hasn't been with the team since Wednesday's contest. Mikal Bridges and Josh Jackson should split up the minutes like they did on Wednesday. Bridges will likely draw the start, but both players should get around the same amount of minutes.Source: Kellan Olson
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson Remains Questionable on Friday
11/16:Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. He briefly exited the game on Wednesday, but it appears to be nothing serious. DeMarre Carroll and Kenneth Faried would see extended playing time if RHJ sits out. Fantasy owners should check back later for more information.Source: Greg Logan
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Won't Play on Saturday
11/16:Charlotte Hornets forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. This will be his second straight game on the sidelines after not being able to practice on Thursday or Friday. Miles Bridges will be the backup power forward, while Cody Zeller and Willy Hernangomez will see some extra minutes as well.Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
Avery Bradley Could Be Back Soon
11/16:Los Angeles Clippers guard Avery Bradley (ankle) looked "really good" in practice and "will probably be back in the next couple of games," according to head coach Doc Rivers. Bradley has been sidelined the last five games, but has been struggling all season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken over the starting role, so Bradley could be forced to come off the bench once he's healthy. Fantasy owners can leave Bradley on the waiver wire.Source: Tomer Azarly
Serge Ibaka Will Play Against Celtics
11/16:Toronto Raptors forward/center Serge Ibaka (knee) will play in Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. Ibaka was forced to sit out of Wednesday's game, but is not listed on the injury report anymore. He's been exceeding expectations this season, averaging 17.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 26.6 minutes. Fantasy owners should be safe to plug Ibaka into your lineups on Friday.Source: Tim Bontemps
Danny Green Will Play on Friday
11/16:Toronto Raptors guard/forward Danny Green (back) will play in Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. Green left Wednesday's game due to back stiffness and did not return to that contest. Both Norman Powell (shoulder) and C.J. Miles (groin) are sidelined for this contest. Green should see plenty of extra playing time, assuming he's healthy enough to play.Source: Tim Bontemps
C.J. Miles Ruled Out Friday
11/16:Toronto Raptors guard/forward C.J. Miles (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. This was expected after it was announced on Thursday that Miles was likely going to miss four games. Danny Green (back) and OG Anunoby will see increased playing time with Miles sidelined.Source: Tim Bontemps
Elfrid Payton Remains Questionable on Friday
11/16:New Orleans Pelicans guard Elfrid Payton (ankle) said he felt good at shootaround, but remains questionable for Friday's game against the New York Knicks. On Thursday, head coach Alvin Gentry said Payton was "really close" to returning. Wesley Johnson would move back to the bench, assuming Payton returns on Friday. Johnson would go back to his normal role off the bench. Fantasy owners should check back closer to game time.Source: New Orleans Pelicans
