January 17, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (toe, ribs) won't play in Saturday's contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Miami has downgraded Herro from questionable to out, leaving the team without a second starter.
Davion Mitchell (shoulder) also won't play on Saturday night.
Pelle Larsson moved into the starting unit as Mitchell's replacement on Thursday against the Boston Celtics, and
Kasparas Jakucionis could take over Herro's spot on Saturday. However,
Kel'el Ware is also an option to start, having recently enjoyed a long stretch in the starting lineup as Herro's replacement.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (ankle) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. Booker will shed the questionable tag and return to the lineup after missing Thursday's game due to an ankle issue. He was able to participate in shootaround on Saturday and is feeling good enough to suit up. The return of Booker will send
Grayson Allen back to the bench. Allen was strong in his place as he scored 33 points during Thursday's game. He'll lose streaming appeal coming off the bench, but is still worth a look as a streaming choice.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward
Anthony Edwards (foot) will return from a two-game absence on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs. He'll hope to repeat his heroics from last Sunday, when Edwards made the 104-103 game-winning shot against the Spurs. Overall, he had 23 points in the game, marking a quiet outing compared to his usual standards.
Mike Conley will presumably drop back to the bench on Saturday, while Edwards' return also hurts the fantasy value of
Bones Hyland.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Atlanta Hawks guard/forward
Dyson Daniels (ankle) won't be in the lineup on Saturday against the Boston Celtics. He's dealing with a right ankle sprain and has been downgraded from questionable to out. Daniels' absence from the lineup may give
CJ McCollum a starting role.
Luke Kennard is another option to start, while
Vit Krejci could be more involved in the rotation due to Daniels' absence. Daniels will have his first chance to return on Monday versus the Milwaukee Bucks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
New York Knicks guard/forward
Josh Hart (ankle) won't suit up on Saturday against the Phoenix Suns. Hart was a late addition to the injury report due to right ankle soreness, and the Knicks have downgraded him from questionable to out.
Jalen Brunson (ankle) also won't be playing, leaving the team without two starters.
Miles McBride is set to fill in for Brunson, while
Mitchell Robinson could be Hart's replacement in the first unit. At the same time,
Jordan Clarkson,
Tyler Kolek, and
Landry Shamet might see more time on the court.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
New York Knicks point guard
Jalen Brunson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The Knicks initially listed him as questionable due to a right ankle sprain. Brunson will miss a second consecutive game, with his absence giving
Miles McBride another opportunity to start. On Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors, McBride excelled in a starting role, shooting 6-for-12 from downtown to finish with 25 points and six assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward
Pascal Siakam (rest) won't play against the Pistons. He had 27 points, six rebounds, five assists, and one block in Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The veteran will sit this one out to rest, so fantasy managers can expect to have him back in the lineup for Monday's game in Philadelphia. In the meantime,
Jarace Walker is the favorite to replace him in the rotation and could be more productive than usual, considering the team won't have
T.J. McConnell (knee),
Andrew Nembhard (back), and
Aaron Nesmith (rest).
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (back) and forward
Aaron Nesmith (rest) won't play on Saturday against Detroit. The duo each logged over 30 minutes in Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans, combining for 31 points. However, they will both take the night off to rest.
Pascal Siakam (rest) and
T.J. McConnell (knee) also won't suit up, so the Pacers might get extra production from players like
Quenton Jackson,
Ben Sheppard, and
Jarace Walker in a difficult matchup with the Pistons, one of the best defensive squads in the NBA.
Jay Huff could also thrive after coming off a 29-point, nine-rebound, two-block, two-steal effort.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (ankle) won't play on Saturday versus Utah. It will be his second-straight absence. As a result,
Dwight Powell is in line to make another start. The 34-year-old got the start when these clubs met on Thursday, finishing with six points, seven boards, two steals, and two blocks.
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl should also continue to get some work after amassing 12 points, seven rebounds, and two steals from off the bench.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Cooper Flagg (ankle) won't play on Saturday versus the Utah Jazz. It will be the former Duke Blue Devil's second absence since injuring his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Chicago Bulls. With Flagg,
Anthony Davis (finger),
Daniel Gafford (ankle), and
D'Angelo Russell (illness) all out, the Mavs should get increased production from
Naji Marshall,
Klay Thompson, and
Max Christie (illness), who is available after missing the last two games, in a meeting with a Jazz team that has struggled defensively all season.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Boston Celtics guard
Payton Pritchard (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Atlanta after being limited to a season-low workload Thursday and now dealing with left ankle soreness. He has been a steady fantasy contributor this season, averaging 16.6 points, 5.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 three-pointers, making any absence notable across formats. If Pritchard sits,
Anfernee Simons is positioned for a larger role after erupting for 39 points last game, with added usage and shot volume boosting his ceiling. Pritchard managers should closely monitor the status, while Simons profiles as a high-upside replacement play.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Max Christie (illness) is probable for Saturday's game against Utah after missing two contests, setting up a return to a prominent role. Christie has been productive over his last nine games, averaging 15.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.4 three-pointers in 31.7 minutes, production that has held with
Anthony Davis (finger) sidelined. His return could squeeze
Brandon Williams, who started the past two games and played well, back into a bench role. Christie profiles as a strong hold in season-long leagues, with stable minutes and usage supporting streamer value if Dallas manages his workload cautiously.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Utah, putting him on track to miss a second straight game with a right ankle sprain. His absence keeps the center rotation thin and points to another start for
Dwight Powell, while
Moussa Cisse (G League) is in line for extended minutes if available. Cisse delivered a strong double-double last game with 10 points, 13 rebounds, and three blocks in 23 minutes, but his role has been volatile across recent outings. He profiles as a high-variance deep-league streamer, while Powell offers steadier minutes with limited upside.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
P.J. Washington (personal) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Utah after being downgraded from probable while attending to a personal matter, with Monday against New York up next. His absence leaves Dallas short-handed and opens additional minutes across the forward spots.
Naji Marshall has taken on a larger role and produced 22 points, six rebounds, and four assists in 23 minutes in the last game, keeping him firmly in the streaming mix.
Caleb Martin added 14 points and six assists in 28 minutes, while
Klay Thompson went for 26 points with six three-pointers in 23 minutes, emphasizing his scoring-first fantasy appeal.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward
Gui Santos (ankle) will not play Saturday against Charlotte after spraining his left ankle in the first quarter of Thursday's win over New York. His absence trims wing depth and opens short-term minutes.
Moses Moody is positioned for a steadier role after scoring 21 points with seven three-pointers in 28 minutes last game, giving him streamer appeal tied to volume.
Brandin Podziemski continues to benefit as a secondary creator after posting 19 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 26 minutes.
De'Anthony Melton and
Al Horford should also see modest bumps in playing time.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
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