February 9, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward/center
Domantas Sabonis (back) will not play against the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, marking his third consecutive missed contest due to a back injury. With Sabonis sidelined,
Maxime Raynaud and
Dylan Cardwell are expected to take on expanded roles. Raynaud should continue to serve as Sabonis' replacement in the starting lineup, while Cardwell is coming off a strong showing, posting a 12-point, 11-rebound double-double against Cleveland on Saturday. Given New Orleans' bottom-six ranking in fantasy points allowed to centers, both rookie big men are in a favorable spot to deliver streaming value Monday night.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers center
Robert Williams III (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday against Philadelphia after sitting out Saturday due to injury management. The matchup is not part of a back-to-back, improving his chances to return, though availability remains uncertain. Williams has been productive when active, averaging 9.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.0 blocks across 19.3 minutes over his last five games while shooting 91.7 percent from the field. If he sits,
Donovan Clingan should see heavier minutes, with
Yang Hansen next in line. Williams is a high-upside hold despite the risk.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in Denver after suffering a left ankle sprain, putting his Ironman stretch since mid-November at risk. If Tyson sits, Cleveland would likely redistribute wing minutes to
Sam Merrill and
Keon Ellis, though neither projects for a major usage spike. The bulk of the offensive load should continue to funnel through
Donovan Mitchell and newly acquired veteran
James Harden. Tyson logged 10 points and six rebounds in his last outing and remains a hold in deeper formats, but his short-term value hinges on availability.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard
Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is listed as probable for Monday against Philadelphia after sitting out Saturday as part of injury management. If cleared, Henderson should step back into a featured role with Portland short-handed. In his return last game, he logged 21 minutes with 11 points, five rebounds, nine assists, two three-pointers, one steal, and five turnovers while shooting 40 percent from the field. With
Shaedon Sharpe (calf) out and
Deni Avdija (back) questionable, playmaking volume should remain elevated, making Henderson a strong assists-focused play despite efficiency risk.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Cedric Coward (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report for Monday against Golden State after missing Saturday, indicating he has been cleared to return. His availability likely sends
Jahmai Mashack back to a reserve role after Mashack logged 30 minutes with 8 points, two three-pointers, one rebound, one assist, and six steals. Coward had been trending up before the injury and now looks like a long-term hold, especially with Memphis' season tilting toward development and
Ja Morant (elbow) still sidelined. Usage and minutes should remain stable.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Santi Aldama (knee) will remain sidelined Monday against Golden State, marking a third straight absence as he continues to manage a right knee issue. Memphis is short-handed up front, keeping rotation minutes available.
Kyle Anderson filled the void last game with 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks, while
Olivier-Maxence Prosper delivered a spike performance with 25 points, five rebounds, and seven three-pointers in 25 minutes. Both remain volatile fantasy plays, but opportunity should persist as long as Aldama is out.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Lakers, extending his absence to nine straight games as he continues to work back from an abdominal strain. His return window remains uncertain, with Wednesday the earliest possibility. The continued absence keeps rotation minutes and usage available, especially with
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) also sidelined.
Cason Wallace led the way last game with 23 points, four rebounds, four assists, and four steals in 34 minutes.
Isaiah Joe and
Aaron Wiggins remain viable streamers, while newcomer
Jared McCain remains buried in a crowded guard and wing rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 9, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward
Shaedon Sharpe (calf) will miss a second straight game Monday against Philadelphia with left calf soreness. The absence keeps wing minutes available, with
Vit Krejci and
Sidy Cissoko positioned to benefit. In the last game, Cissoko logged 33 minutes with seven points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and two steals, while Krejci posted 10 points, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two three-pointers in 26 minutes. Both profile as short-term streamers in deeper formats, while Sharpe should be held in most fantasy formats until he returns.
Deni Avdija's (back) status also bears monitoring.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Jalen Williams (hamstring) will return to action in Monday's marquee matchup against
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2025 All-Star hasn't played since Jan. 17 due to a right hamstring strain. Williams has also missed time this season due to wrist surgery, appearing in only 24 games. He has averaged 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.3 steals in 29.6 minutes per game. Because of his lengthy absence, Williams might carry a minute limit on Monday night. Still, with
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) out of commission, Williams will be expected to do a lot of work on the offensive end.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
February 8, 2026
Brooklyn Nets point guard
Egor Demin (rest) won't suit up on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. The Russian rookie will be rested after making five consecutive appearances. Demin has had a tough time finding consistency, following Thursday's big 26-point effort against Orlando with a four-point dud in Saturday's win over Washington. The Nets also won't have
Michael Porter Jr. (knee) on Monday, leaving two openings in the starting lineup.
Danny Wolf is expected to replace Porter Jr., while
Terance Mann and
Drake Powell are the top candidates to fill in for Demin.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (knee) won't play against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. He has been ruled out for the game due to right knee tendinitis. Porter Jr.'s absence creates an intriguing situation, as he leads the Nets in scoring with 25.0 points per game. The rest of the squad must pick up the slack on the offensive end. Meanwhile,
Danny Wolf is poised to replace Porter Jr. in the starting lineup, having regularly filled in for him in the past. Wolf averages 10.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists as a starter.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Deni Avdija (back) might be out for a fifth consecutive game on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers, as he has been listed as questionable on the injury report. Avdija is having trouble shaking off a back issue, which has limited him to only four appearances since mid-January. In Avdija's absence,
Jerami Grant has moved back into the first unit, scoring a game-high 29 points in Saturday's win over Memphis.
Sidy Cissoko, who tallied seven points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and two steals on Saturday, also has more fantasy appeal with Avdija on the shelf.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) will sit out a fourth consecutive game on Monday versus the Memphis Grizzlies. There's no clear timetable for Curry's return, but it seems likely he'll remain out through the All-Star break. On Saturday, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr told reporters there's a "good chance" Curry won't play before the break. With Curry out,
Pat Spencer operates as Golden State's starting point guard. There have also recently been starting roles for
De'Anthony Melton and
Gui Santos, while
Brandin Podziemski has been tasked with providing a spark off the bench.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers center
Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Ayton missed Saturday's win over Golden State due to a sore right knee and was labeled day-to-day by Lakers head coach JJ Redick. However, he appears on track to return against the defending champions. This is a rough spot for Ayton against
Isaiah Hartenstein and
Chet Holmgren. Ayton managed only six points and five rebounds when these teams locked horns for the first time this season on Nov. 12.
Jaxson Hayes and
Maxi Kleber will lose minutes with Ayton's return.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 8, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers point guard
Luka Doncic (hamstring) has been listed as out for Monday's clash against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will miss a second consecutive game due to a left calf strain. After Saturday's win over Golden State, Lakers head coach JJ Redick labeled Doncic day-to-day, so he shouldn't be out for long. However, the Lakers have three games in four nights scheduled and will be cautious with Doncic to prevent any further injury. Without Doncic,
LeBron James and
Austin Reaves have to do more on the offensive end, while
Rui Hachimura joined the first unit on Saturday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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