April 9, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (oblique) has been ruled out for Friday's clash against the Denver Nuggets. Oklahoma City has just secured the top seed in the Western Conference and will give the reigning MVP some rest after a back-to-back set. The defending champions will be without many regulars on Friday night, so
Jared McCain should get an opportunity to eat up as many minutes as he can handle in the backcourt, along with
Nikola Topic. Both players could be part of the starting lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) is expected to return to the lineup on Friday against the Sacramento Kings, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reports. Golden State will begin a back-to-back on Thursday night against the Lakers, and Curry has been ruled out for that game. However, Steve Kerr told reporters at his pre-game press conference that Curry will be available for Friday's action. The team also hopes to have
Kristaps Porzingis (illness, knee) and
Al Horford (calf) back in the mix against the Kings. Since returning from a knee injury, Curry has made two bench appearances, averaging 23.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.0 steals in 25.5 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: Brett Siegel
April 9, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
L.J. Cryer (illness) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He is available after missing two games due to illness. Cryer is expected to see an increased workload on Thursday night, with
Stephen Curry (knee) sitting out this one. The 24-year-old has flashed potential recently, scoring double-digit points in six of his last eight appearances. Still, it's hard to trust a player whose recent work also includes a couple of zero-point efforts.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Golden State Warriors center
Charles Bassey (ankle) will play on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Lakers. He has been cleared to play despite a left ankle sprain. Golden State listed Bassey as questionable on the initial injury report, then upgraded him to probable earlier on Thursday.
Kristaps Porzingis (illness, knee),
Al Horford (calf), and
Quinten Post (foot) are all out against the Lakers, so Bassey should play a significant role. He had a solid 14-point, 12-rebound outing on Tuesday night against Sacramento and could be a double-double threat again.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward
Gui Santos (pelvis) will miss a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors have downgraded Santos' status from questionable to out. He is dealing with a right pelvic contusion, and it's unclear whether we will see Santos again during the regular season. Golden State will have two more games to go after Thursday night, facing Sacramento on Friday and the Clippers on Sunday. With Santos,
Stephen Curry (knee), and
Kristaps Porzingis (illness, knee) sidelined against the Lakers,
Brandin Podziemski,
De'Anthony Melton, and
Pat Spencer are expected to shoulder most of the offensive load.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves center
Rudy Gobert (rest) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. Gobert will miss his second straight game for rest purposes. The Wolves are playing it safe with the veteran center ahead of the postseason. His next chance to play will come during Sunday's regular-season finale against the New Orleans Pelicans. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Wolves hold out Gobert until the postseason.
Naz Reid should take on a larger role once again with Gobert hitting the bench. His fantasy value will see a boost until Gobert is back in the mix.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Houston Rockets forward
Tari Eason (illness) is available to play ahead of Thursday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Eason carried a questionable tag into this game, but he is feeling good enough to suit up. He finished with 12 points, seven rebounds, and three steals across 31 minutes during Tuesday's game. He has been a consistent contributor this season, so fantasy managers should be able to continue to rely on him. Fantasy managers can get Eason active in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
Josh Okogie and
Jae'Sean Tate should play their regular roles with Eason active.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward
Kobe Brown (back) is ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Brown was forced to exit early during Tuesday's game due to a back issue. He's not feeling 100 percent yet, but fantasy managers should check back for another update ahead of Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. His absence should mean larger roles for
Jarace Walker,
Obi Toppin, and
Jalen Slawson. Walker likely has the highest upside among the three players ahead of Thursday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
Ben Sheppard (hip) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. This marks the third game in a row that Sheppard has missed due to a lingering hip issue. His next chance to play will come on Friday, so fantasy managers should check for another update ahead of that contest.
Quenton Jackson and
Ethan Thompson should see a boost in playing time with Sheppard sidelined. Jackson is the better fantasy option between the two, with 10 or more points scored in three of his last five games.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward
Jarace Walker (hip) is available to play ahead of Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Walker is dealing with a hip issue, but it won't be enough to hold him out of this contest. He finished with 11 points, five assists, and six rebounds across 28 minutes of action during Tuesday's game. Given the injuries to this roster, Walker is likely going to continue playing significant minutes over the final few games of the regular season. He's usually a consistent enough contributor to be trusted as a DFS option ahead of Thursday's game.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
According to Zack Cox of the Boston Herald, Boston Celtics forward
Sam Hauser (back) is available for Thursday's matchup against the New York Knicks. Lower-back spasms won't keep him out, as this will be his 26th consecutive appearance. Hauser has been a regular starter for Boston in 2026, averaging 10.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.6 assists since joining the first unit. The 28-year-old could see an increased role with
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) sidelined tonight.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Zack Cox
April 9, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Collin Sexton (finger) is expected to suit up for Thursday's matchup against the Washington Wizards. Sexton was previously listed as probable due to a right finger injury but has since been cleared to play. He profiles as a solid streaming option and should see increased usage tonight, especially given his recent play. Over his last nine games, he is averaging 19.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.8 steals in 27.6 minutes per contest.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
April 9, 2026
According to Taylor Snow of the Boston Celtics' official site, center
Neemias Queta (toe) will play against the New York Knicks on Thursday. Despite dealing with a toe sprain, the 26-year-old is set to suit up. Fortunately,
Derrick White (knee) is also available after previously being listed as questionable, as
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) is on the shelf. Queta has been on a strong run recently, averaging 16.3 points and 8.3 rebounds across 30.3 minutes per game over his last four outings.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Taylor Snow
April 9, 2026
According to Taylor Snow of the Boston Celtics' official site, guard
Derrick White (knee) is available for Thursday's matchup with the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Despite dealing with a right knee contusion, he has been cleared to play tonight. The 31-year-old should be considered a strong fantasy option with an increased offensive role, especially with
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) on the shelf.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Taylor Snow
April 9, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) is unavailable for Thursday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. The two-time MVP has just returned from a knee injury, but he will have the first leg of a back-to-back off for injury maintenance. Curry should be back in action on Friday against Sacramento.
Pat Spencer and
Brandin Podziemski will likely take on extended minutes in Curry's absence.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
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