November 15, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (calf) has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers. This marks a downgrade to Davis' status because he has previously been on the injury report with a questionable designation. If there isn't a positive development in the next 24 hours or so, Davis will miss a ninth consecutive game. Fortunately for the Mavericks, they received some help in the frontcourt with the return of
Dereck Lively II on Friday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. After missing nearly three weeks of action, Lively II was limited to 17 minutes. His workload may increase on Sunday night, with
Daniel Gafford also in a position to see more playing time due to Davis' absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Indiana Pacers forward
Aaron Nesmith (knee) will be out of action for at least four weeks, head coach Rick Carlisle announced on Saturday. Nesmith sprained his left knee on Thursday against the Phoenix Suns. His exit from the lineup gave
Jarace Walker a new starting opportunity on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors. During a recent seven-game stint in the first unit, Walker averaged 12.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists across 31.0 minutes per game. If he sticks in the starting lineup, the 22-year-old is set to have additional fantasy value until at least mid-December.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA.com
November 15, 2025
San Antonio Spurs center
Victor Wembanyama (calf) is questionable for Sunday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings. The 2023 No. 1 overall pick is playing at an MVP level, averaging 26.2 points, 12.9 rebounds, 3.6 blocks, and 1.1 steals. He also hasn't missed a game after being limited to 46 appearances last season. However, nagging calf tightness could be enough to keep him off the floor for the first time in the 2025 campaign. If Wemby can't go, there are several directions head coach Mitch Johnson could go, although most of them will likely result in more minutes for
Julian Champagnie,
Luke Kornet, and
Keldon Johnson.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Houston Rockets forward
Tari Eason (oblique) will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks, head coach Ime Udoka announced on Saturday. Eason was diagnosed with a strained oblique following his early exit from Friday's victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old has been an important contributor in the rotation, averaging 11.5 points and 5.2 rebounds across 23.2 minutes, with close to 51 percent shooting from outside.
Josh Okogie has broken into the starting lineup and may now see even more playing time due to Eason's absence.
Reed Sheppard's role could also expand in the rotation.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
November 15, 2025
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Julian Strawther (back) will play on Saturday versus the Timberwolves. He was listed on the injury report because of low back pain, but he'll be out there for a Nuggets team that won't have
Christian Braun (ankle) and
Cameron Johnson (biceps). Strawther isn't having a good season, averaging a career-low 4.1 points. As of now, he's not someone to roster in most fantasy setups, although that might chance if he's given extra playing time and makes good use of it.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Marcus Smart (illness) will miss Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The team has ruled him out due to illness. Smart has had a strong eight-game stretch as a starter, averaging 11.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.6 steals. In his absence,
Bronny James Jr. will make his second career start in Saturday's game. This is a big opportunity for James Jr. to make an impression after averaging only 12.1 minutes across eight contests so far this season. The 21-year-old should be fresh for the contest after being in the rotation in only one of the last three games.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Denver Nuggets forward
Cameron Johnson (biceps) won't play on Saturday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The former Net suffered a biceps strain during Wednesday's game versus the Clippers. While there hasn't been an official update regarding a return timetable, it's reasonable to assume he may miss more time moving forward.
Nikola Jokic (wrist) is available, which is good news. However, with Johnson and
Christian Braun (ankle) sidelined,
Tim Hardaway Jr. and
Peyton Watson, who are both starting on Saturday night, should be viewed as risky, high-upside streaming options.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
Rui Hachimura (calf) will miss Saturday's contest against the Milwaukee Bucks. He will exit the lineup following a busy night on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Hachimura is on the injury report with calf soreness, but it's safe to assume that the team is simply resting him for the season leg of a back-to-back.
Jake LaRavia will replace Hachimura in the first unit. The 24-year-old has been a productive player as a starter this season and will have extra fantasy value on Saturday night. In five previous starts, LaRavia has averaged 12.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.2 steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is cleared to suit up for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He missed Wednesday's contest versus the Charlotte Hornets. However, despite being on the injury report, he was available for Friday's rematch. With Antetokounmpo available,
Gary Trent Jr. will likely come off the bench, with fewer scoring opportunities for
Kyle Kuzma,
Ryan Rollins, and
Myles Turner.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Milwaukee Bucks
November 15, 2025
Denver Nuggets center
Nikola Jokic (wrist) is available for Saturday's game against Minnesota. The multi-time MVP was listed as questionable due to a left wrist sprain. Luckily, the injury won't keep him off the floor for the first time this season. He is coming off a strong showing, amassing 55 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, one block, and one steal in Wednesday's win over the Los Angeles Clippers. With Jokic cleared for action,
Jonas Valanciunas, who would have been in line to start, will come off the bench, lowering his fantasy ceiling.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Denver Nuggets
November 15, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Luguentz Dort (shoulder) will play on Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets. He didn't play the best before going down with the injury, averaging 7.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals while shooting 19.4% from behind the arc. Hopefully, the five-game layoff will allow him to get back on track for fantasy managers. If anything, his presence could make life more difficult for
Collin Sexton,
Tre Mann, and others. However, with Dort back on the floor,
Ajay Mitchell, averaging 18.2 points, 2.2 steals, and 46.7% shooting from behind the arc in five starts this season, may have trouble matching that same level of production, especially if he comes off the bench.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Darius Garland (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Grizzlies. The 25-year-old has appeared in three games so far this season, averaging 13 points, five assists, and one steal. He'll presumably be more productive once he's back to full-strength. Garland's next chance to suit up will be on Monday versus the Milwaukee Bucks. As far as Saturday night is concerned,
Sam Merrill, coming off a 12-point performance on Thursday, remains a viable fantasy streamer.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 15, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edy (ankle) will play on Saturday against the Cavs. The 23-year-old averaged 9.2 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks as a rookie. Unfortunately, he missed time to begin the season to recover from offseason ankle surgery. It's possible Edey will be limited for at least a few games. However, he'll return to the starting lineup, meaning
Jock Landale will return to the bench.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Grizzlies PR
November 15, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies forward
Cedric Coward (foot) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Cavs. He was listed as doubtful on Friday night. Fortunately, the rookie was upgraded to questionable before ultimately getting the green light to suit up. Coward has played well in his first year in the National Basketball Association, averaging 14.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. However, he's starting on Saturday, so he may be even more productive.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Grizzlies PR
November 15, 2025
Charlotte Hornets guard
LaMelo Ball (ankle, injury management) won't play on Saturday night versus OKC. He returned from a five-game stint on the shelf because of right ankle impingement for Friday's NBA Cup meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks. Ball struggled, finishing with 16 points, going 5-for-15 from the field and 2-for-6 from behind the arc. While he at least added 10 assists, it was still a below-average fantasy showing. Assuming the 24-year-old didn't suffer a setback in the overtime loss, he'll likely be back in the lineup on Monday against the Toronto Raptors. As far as Saturday's contest is concerned,
Collin Sexton and
Tre Mann are the favorites to see more minutes, with one in line to return to the starting lineup.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
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