February 7, 2026
Chicago Bulls forward
Jalen Smith (calf) is ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Smith will take a seat after suffering a strained right calf during Thursday's contest. His absence will leave the Bulls shorthanded, with
Nikola Vucevic being moved at the trade deadline.
Guerschon Yabusele and
Nick Richards should be asked to pick up the slack with Smith on the sideline. Yabusele finished with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and three assists during his team debut on Thursday. He's worth a look as a streaming option with Smith unavailable for this one.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Sacramento Kings center
Domantas Sabonis (back) won't play on Saturday against Cleveland. He missed a few months because of a knee injury. However, the veteran will sit out his second-straight contest due to back soreness. With the Kings not looking at a postseason berth, it's unknown how much action Sabonis will see for the remainder of the 2025 campaign. As far as Saturday's game is concerned,
Maxime Raynaud, averaging 11.3 points and 8.0 boards in 27 starts this season, remains in line to replace him in the rotation.
Dylan Cardwell, coming off a 14-point, 14-rebound, two-block showing, should also continue to be more involved than usual.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Zach LaVine (finger) won't play on Saturday versus Cleveland. He was ruled out because of a sore finger, although he may just be simply sitting out the second of a back-to-back to rest. With
Domantas Sabonis (back) and
De'Andre Hunter (eye) also unavailable,
DeMar DeRozan and
Russell Westbrook are the favorites to lead the team in scoring, at least on paper. However, there's just as good of a chance that guys like
Nique Clifford,
Maxime Raynaud,
Devin Carter, and
Dylan Cardwell could be more productive.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
De'Andre Hunter (eye) won't play on Saturday against the Cavs, his former squad. The 28-year-old has appeared in only two games since being traded by Cleveland, so it didn't take him long to miss his first contest with the club. For now, fantasy managers will need to wait and see if he'll be back on Monday in New Orleans. Without Hunter on the floor,
Nique Clifford may enter the starting lineup, with the rookie averaging 6.6 points and 1.9 assists in seven starts this season.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Houston Rockets guard
Amen Thompson (illness) will play on Saturday versus OKC. He's not feeling the best. While the 23-year-old will at least be available, he'll come off the bench. It's unknown how much action Thompson will see against the champs. Although he's still a must-start in season-long fantasy setups, DFS managers may want to pump the brakes.
Reed Sheppard, averaging 13.4 points, 4.4 steals, 4.2 assists, and 1.0 blocks in five starts this season, will replace him in the rotation.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Tanner Nichols
February 7, 2026
Toronto Raptors center
Jakob Poeltl (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against Indiana. The 30-year-old hasn't had a memorable 2025 campaign, averaging 9.7 points, 7.7 boards, and 0.5 blocks, all down from last season. He's also been battling a back injury, limiting him to just one appearance since mid-December. Poeltl's name was mentioned in trade rumors, although he'll remain in Toronto for at least the remainder of this season. With that in mind, Poeltl will likely be limited from a minutes standpoint if he plays. There's also a chance he won't return until after the All-Star break. Either way, the 2016 No. 9 overall pick isn't expected to be a reliable fantasy producer for the foreseeable future. While
Collin Murray-Boyles should continue to see consistent action once Poeltl is up to speed,
Sandro Mamukelashvili could be the odd man out at some point moving ahead.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) will sit out Saturday against the Lakers as the team continues to manage his left Achilles following a midweek trade. His next opportunity to return is Monday versus Memphis. With Porzingis unavailable, Golden State is expected to keep
Draymond Green and
Al Horford anchoring the frontcourt in stable roles. There is also a quiet opportunity on the wing, where
Gui Santos has earned consecutive starts and averaged 15.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists across his last two games.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 7, 2026
Miami Heat guard/forward
Pelle Larsson (elbow) did not return to Friday's loss to Boston after sustaining a right elbow contusion, finishing with zero points, five rebounds, and three assists in 12 minutes. His status for Sunday against Washington is uncertain. Should Larsson sit,
Simone Fontecchio could pick up extra run, though his fantasy appeal remains tied almost entirely to scoring, while
Myron Gardner is a deep-league flier only. Gardner has started two recent games, averaging 13.0 points and 8.5 rebounds in 22.5 minutes in those starts, but his role and production remain inconsistent.
--Brian DailisanSource: Ira Winderman
February 7, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers center
Yanic Konan Niederhauser (illness) did not return after halftime Friday against Sacramento, finishing with two points in six minutes after appearing unlisted on the pregame injury report. His status for Sunday versus Minnesota remains uncertain. If Niederhauser misses time, the Clippers are expected to lean heavily on 37-year-old veteran
Brook Lopez, who logged 36 minutes and produced 15 points, nine rebounds, two assists, one steal, and three blocks. Lopez profiles as a strong short-term streamer.
Isaiah Jackson may also enter the mix once cleared, but his presence would likely muddy the rotation for deep-league managers.
--Brian DailisanSource: Justin Russo
February 7, 2026
New York Knicks guard/forward
Josh Hart (ankle) exited Friday's loss to Detroit in the third quarter and did not return after aggravating a right ankle injury. He posted five points, six rebounds, and two assists in 25 minutes. Hart had already been managing a left ankle issue, putting his status for Sunday against Boston in doubt. If he misses time,
Landry Shamet profiles as a points and threes streamer after averaging 14.5 points and 3.8 triples over his last four games.
Jordan Clarkson would see a modest usage bump, while recently acquired
Jose Alvarado could carve out a role once cleared to play.
--Brian DailisanSource: James L. Edwards III
February 7, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
De'Andre Hunter (eye) did not return after exiting in the third quarter Friday against the Clippers and is questionable for Saturday's matchup with Cleveland. Hunter struggled in his first two games with Sacramento, averaging 7.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 0.5 assists in 25.5 minutes while shooting 21.1 percent from the field. If Hunter misses time and
Keegan Murray (ankle) remains out,
Nique Clifford becomes a viable streamer after posting 15.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.0 steals, and 0.5 blocks across his last two games.
--Brian DailisanSource: Jason Anderson
February 7, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward
Shaedon Sharpe (calf) did not return to Friday's game against Memphis after suffering a left calf injury, finishing with two points on 0-for-2 shooting, two rebounds, and two assists in 14 minutes. His availability for Saturday's rematch is uncertain, putting Portland's wing rotation in flux. If Sharpe misses time,
Vit Krejci and
Sidy Cissoko project as short-term streamers. Krejci logged 11 points with two 3-pointers and two blocks in 23 minutes, while Cissoko posted nine points, two assists, and two steals in 25 minutes.
Deni Avdija (back) would also absorb usage if cleared.
--Brian DailisanSource: Trail Blazers PR
February 7, 2026
Washington Wizards forward/center
Anthony Davis (hand) is expected to sit out the rest of the 2025-26 season after being acquired in a deadline deal, with the organization prioritizing a full recovery. Davis has not played since Jan. 8 and will not rush back as Washington looks ahead to next year. For fantasy managers, the impact lands in Dallas, where
Daniel Gafford steps into a heavier workload. Gafford has logged 14.0 points, 11.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 2.0 blocks over his last three starts, making him a strong hold with top-60 upside.
Marvin Bagley III is a deeper-league watch for scoring and boards, while
P.J. Washington gains frontcourt stability.
--Brian DailisanSource: Chris Haynes
February 6, 2026
New York Knicks forward
OG Anunoby (toe) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He was initially listed as probable, but has now been downgraded to out for this game. It's not shocking to see the Knicks being cautious with Anunoby after he played 48 minutes during Wednesday's game. The absence of Anunoby should mean
Mohamed Diawara will move into the starting five on Friday. The rookie forward hasn't seen a consistent role in the rotation this season. He finished with five points across 14 minutes of action on Wednesday.
Josh Hart might end up benefiting the most, even with Diawara drawing the start.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
February 6, 2026
Detroit Pistons forward
Tobias Harris (hip) has been upgraded to available ahead of Friday's game against the New York Knicks. Harris is returning to the court after missing Thursday's game due to a hip injury. He could see an uptick in playing time with
Jalen Duren (knee) being ruled out for this game.
Isaiah Stewart should shift over to the center spot, which could mean more total run for Harris at the forward position. This season, Harris is averaging 13.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 27.7 minutes per game. He's not an elite option, but he is consistent enough to be trusted in most fantasy formats.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
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