1 day agoToronto Raptors forward
Scottie Barnes (eye) will be re-evaluated in three weeks after sustaining a right orbital fracture in Monday's overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets. It's a tough blow for the Raptors, considering the team just had
RJ Barrett (shoulder) make his 2024-25 debut. It's also rough for Barnes' fantasy managers, especially since he averaged 19.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 6.8 assists, and 2.0 steals in his first four games. With
Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) still without a return date, Barrett,
Gradey Dick, and
Jakob Poeltl should do most of the heavy lifting on the offensive end. Fantasy managers can also consider
Ochai Agbaji and
Davion Mitchell for streaming purposes until Quickley or Barnes are back on the floor.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Blake Murphy
1 day agoChicago Bulls point guard
Lonzo Ball (wrist) will be sidelined for at least 10 days. He's dealing with a sprained wrist and will be re-evaluated in 10 days, the team announced. Ball has averaged 4.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 15.7 minutes during his comeback campaign.
Ayo Dosunmu looks to be in line for a larger role during Ball's absence. Some horrible shooting has limited Dosunmu to just 5.8 points this campaign, but he's a good all-around talent and fantasy managers should get plenty out of him. The 24-year-old sits among the team leaders with 5.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
1 day agoOrlando Magic forward
Jonathan Isaac (hip) continues to carry a questionable tag ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Chicago. Isaac was hurt in the season opener and has been held out of action since then. There hasn't really been a direct beneficiary of Isaac's absence, as Orlando's bench mob has not been very productive. However, Wednesday night could be a different story, as Chicago doesn't have a good record against second units.
Anthony Black has seen the most minutes off the Magic bench, while
Moritz Wagner has been the biggest threat offensively.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 day agoOrlando Magic center
Goga Bitadze (foot) has been labeled as questionable for Wednesday's clash with the Bulls. Bitadze missed his first game of the season Monday night versus Indiana due to a foot injury. He wasn't a big miss for the Magic, as the Georgian big man has averaged only 5.7 minutes for the campaign.
Moritz Wagner gets some extra work with Bitadze out. He's averaging 12.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 15.0 minutes. The 27-year-old German could be a bit more productive on Wednesday night, as Chicago allows the eight-most points and the third-most rebounds to opposing benches in the league.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 day agoMiami Heat forward/center
Kevin Love (personal) will not be in the lineup against the Knicks on Wednesday. Love is dealing with personal issues at the moment and hasn't seen any action so far this season.
Thomas Bryant has solidified his spot as the backup center during Love's absence, although he doesn't provide a lot for fantasy managers. Bryant has recorded 5.7 points per game with 2.0 rebounds in 13.7 minutes.
Haywood Highsmith is also in a position to play a more prominent role in the rotation, but his production has been very underwhelming.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 day agoToronto Raptors forward/center
Kelly Olynyk (back) will remain out for Wednesday's meeting with Charlotte. The veteran big man has yet to play this season due to a back problem. Olynyk's absence has allowed
Chris Boucher to hold down a regular spot in the rotation. He has notched 7.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks in 17.3 minutes.
Jonathan Mogbo and
Bruno Fernando also benefit from Olynyk's absence. With
Scottie Barnes (eye) joining Olynyk and
Bruce Brown (knee) on the shelf Wednesday, the second unit could have an even larger role to play versus the Hornets.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 day agoAtlanta Hawks forward
De'Andre Hunter (knee) is considered questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Washington. He has already missed two games with right knee inflammation. Hunter averaged 18.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 29.5 minutes before dropping out of the lineup. His absence has allowed
Zaccharie Risacher to make his first career starts. The top pick of this year's draft has struggled in his first appearances in the Association. Risacher shot only 1-for-8 from the field and had four points when Atlanta lost to Washington 121-119 on Monday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 day agoNew Orleans Pelicans forward
Herbert Jones injured his right shoulder in Tuesday's game against Golden State. He exited the contest in the third quarter, finishing with five points, three rebounds, and one steal in 20 minutes. The two teams meet again on Wednesday, and Jones should be regarded as questionable for the game.
Javonte Green and
Jordan Hawkins could receive additional minutes with Jones out. Hawkins has the most fantasy upside of the two, but he performed poorly on Tuesday, as the 22-year-old settled for only four points in 26 minutes.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Christian Clark
2 days agoLos Angeles Lakers guard
Austin Reaves (thigh) is probable for Wednesday's matchup versus Cleveland. He has a left thigh contusion. However, fantasy managers should expect to see him on the court against the undefeated Cavs. The 26-year-old has played well this season, averaging career-highs in points (19.3), rebounds (7.0), and three-point shooting (48.0%). As such, Reaves remains a must-start in any fantasy format. He may also be more involved offensively if
D'Angelo Russell (back) can't get on the floor.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoLos Angeles Lakers guard
D'Angelo Russell (back) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 28-year-old has struggled this season, averaging 11.0 points, 5.8 assists, and 28.0% shooting from behind the arc. Yet, Russell could miss Wednesday's contest because of back soreness, although a night off may help him break out of his slump.
Austin Reaves (thigh) is probable, so
Max Christie and
Gabe Vincent could split time at the one if Russell doesn't play. It's also possible
LeBron James slides over, with
Dalton Knecht entering the starting lineup.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoAtlanta Hawks guard/forward
Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) underwent a non-surgical procedure on Monday. He will be re-evaluated in four weeks. The 32-year-old appeared in the opening night win over the Brooklyn Nets, finishing with eight points and two blocks. However, he's been sidelined since due to right hamstring tendinopathy. Bogdanovic is one of the most important players on Atlanta's roster due to his versatility. He's also the team's most reliable bench option. Unfortunately, fantasy managers shouldn't expect Bogdanovic back on the court for a while. With
Vit Krejci (adductor) also sidelined,
Garrison Mathews will likely see more minutes. While Mathews is worth monitoring, he's not someone who should be added to fantasy rosters until he shows consistent production.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Hawks
2 days agoAtlanta Hawks guard
Dyson Daniels (hip) won't play on Wednesday against the Wizards. The former Pelican has a hip flexor strain, which is unfortunate, considering he is averaging career-highs in points (12.8), rebounds (4.3), steals (2.8), and blocks (1.0). The Hawks also won't have
Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) and
Vit Krejci (adductor) on Wednesday night. At the same time,
De'Andre Hunter (knee) is questionable. As a result,
Garrison Mathews and
Zaccharie Risacher could work their way into the starting lineup while seeing plenty of minutes, giving them value for fantasy managers.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoToronto Raptors guard
Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) is doubtful heading into Wednesday's game versus the Hornets. The former Knick had 13 points, four assists, and one steal in the opener against Cleveland. However, he exited that one after just 14 minutes because of a pelvic contusion and has been on the shelf since. With
Scottie Barnes (eye) out,
RJ Barrett, who made his 2024-25 debut on Monday night, should pick up some of the slack offensively.
Davion Mitchell, averaging 8.0 points, 5.7 assists, and 45.5% shooting from deep in three starts this season, is worth streaming as long as Quickley is officially ruled out.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoToronto Raptors forward
Scottie Barnes (eye) won't play in Wednesday's matchup with the Charlotte Hornets. The 23-year-old had a stellar showing in Monday's overtime loss to the Nuggets, finishing with 21 points, 12 boards, nine assists, and five steals. However, he exited the contest after taking an elbow to the face by
Nikola Jokic. It's not good news for Toronto, considering
RJ Barrett just returned from a shoulder injury. With Immanuel Quickly (pelvis) doubtful, Barrett should pick up some slack offensively. At the same time,
Gradey Dick,
Ochai Agbaji, and
Davion Mitchell are viable streaming options.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoIndiana Pacers center
Myles Turner (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Boston Celtics. The 28-year-old has played well this season, averaging 15.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks. But he's in danger of missing the Pacers' fifth game on the schedule because of a sprained left ankle. If Turner doesn't suit up,
Isaiah Jackson, averaging 13.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in three starts last season, has a place in all fantasy lineups. He'll also be a popular DFS value option.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
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