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
January 17, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Davion Mitchell (shoulder) will miss Saturday's game against Oklahoma City, sitting for a second straight contest with a shoulder bruise and targeting Monday versus Golden State as his next chance to return. His absence shifts ball-handling duties, especially with
Tyler Herro (toe) questionable.
Norman Powell is set up for added usage after scoring 26 points in 32 minutes last game, while
Pelle Larsson logged 30 minutes in a complementary role. If Herro sits,
Dru Smith would be asked to run the offense, though his fantasy value remains tied to minutes and matchups.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Christian Braun (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Washington, continuing a stop-start stretch since returning from a lengthy left ankle injury. Braun appeared in three games earlier this month but never regained traction and will now miss a fourth straight contest, with Sunday against Charlotte next on the schedule. His absence keeps Denver's wing rotation thin.
Jalen Pickett has started the past four games and delivered nine points, six rebounds, three assists, and two steals in 28 minutes last time out, making him a steady deep-league streamer.
Tim Hardaway Jr. logged 36 minutes off the bench and knocked down four three-pointers en route to 12 points, while
Bruce Brown chipped in seven points and five rebounds in 24 minutes, offering low-end streaming value.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Boston, extending his absence to five straight contests with a left knee issue and setting up Monday against Milwaukee as his next possible return. His absence opens short-term rotation minutes, though the fantasy upside remains modest.
Vit Krejci has started the past four games and is averaging 6.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 22.7 minutes, offering limited deep-league value tied mostly to playing time.
Corey Kispert logged three points and two rebounds in 13 minutes last game and remains a situational flyer. Neither option provides stable fantasy value, keeping Risacher's absence more relevant to real-life depth than most fantasy formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 17, 2026
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) will miss Saturday's game against Boston, extending his absence to five straight contests with left Achilles tendinitis and leaving his return timeline unclear. His continued absence keeps
Onyeka Okongwu locked into heavy minutes and strong fantasy value across formats, averaging 16.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 2.2 steals, and 2.6 three-pointers in 34.9 minutes over his last five games, making him a must-start in season-long and a high-floor DFS option.
Mouhamed Gueye continues to fill backup minutes, posting six points, three rebounds, and two steals in 21 minutes last game, but remains a low-ceiling, matchup-dependent deep-league play.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
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