November 28, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (calf) will play on Friday versus the Los Angeles Lakers. AD suffered a left calf strain in the win over the Indiana Pacers on October 29. Although he was reportedly nearing a return in the last week or so, it appears he'll finally be back on the court after a month on the shelf. Davis averaged 20.8 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.2 blocks, and 1.6 steals in his five appearances during the 2025 campaign. While he was more productive in previous seasons, there's no reason why he shouldn't be featured in all fantasy lineups in his first game back from a lengthy layoff, even with the chance of a reduced workload. On the other hand, DFS participants should consider alternative options, especially since Davis still has a higher rostering cost than most.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
November 28, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (finger) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Hawks and is expected to return after missing three games. His presence stabilizes the frontcourt and likely trims the recent minutes surge for
Nae'Qwan Tomlin and
Larry Nance Jr., who stepped in with mixed production. Tomlin logged 14 points and four rebounds in his most recent outing, while Nance added six points and two assists. Allen's return pushes both back into deep-league territory and limits any short-term streaming appeal.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 28, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (quadriceps) is questionable for Friday's game with Washington, positioning veteran
T.J. McConnell for added minutes if he sits. McConnell has ramped up effectively, delivering 16 points, seven rebounds, and six assists in his most recent outing and adding another 16-point, five-assist line earlier in the week. His strong per-minute production makes him a viable hold in most formats if he continues seeing mid-20s minutes, with even more upside if Nembhard misses time.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 28, 2025
Detroit Pistons guard
Jaden Ivey (reconditioning) is questionable for Friday's matchup with Orlando after logging limited minutes in his first three appearances of the season. If he doesn't suit up Friday, second-year guard
Daniss Jenkins stands to gain the most. In his four starts this season, Jenkins has averaged 19.3 points, 1.8 threes, 3.0 rebounds, 8.8 assists, and 1.5 steals on 49.2 percent shooting, giving him strong short-term streaming value. Fantasy managers should monitor Ivey's status for potential backcourt value shifts.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 28, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (adductor) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks after missing the last four contests. His extended absence has pushed
Ryan Rollins,
Kyle Kuzma, and
Bobby Portis into heavier workloads, with Rollins posting 26 points, seven rebounds, and five assists in Wednesday's loss to Miami. Kuzma added 12 rebounds and six assists, and Portis continues to see steady frontcourt minutes. If Antetokounmpo remains out, Rollins remains in a featured role, while Kuzma and Portis maintain their short-term bumps in workload.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 28, 2025
Chicago Bulls guard
Coby White (calf) is questionable for Friday's game in Charlotte as the team manages his workload on the front end of a back-to-back.
Kevin Huerter (pelvis) is also questionable, leaving Chicago's backcourt depth in flux. A potential absence from White would elevate
Tre Jones and
Ayo Dosunmu, as Dosunmu logged 28 points in one of his recent starts and Jones showed his playmaking ceiling with an 11-assist performance during the same stretch. Both profile as viable short-term streamers if the Bulls remain shorthanded.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 28, 2025
Chicago Bulls center
Nikola Vucevic (knee) is questionable for Friday's game in Charlotte, and the frontcourt uncertainty grows with
Patrick Williams (wrist) also listed as questionable. Chicago leaned on
Jalen Smith for 13 points, six rebounds, and 26 minutes in Vucevic's absence Monday, and he remains the cleanest streaming option if either starter sits. Third-year wing
Julian Phillips could also pick up extra run after delivering seven points in 14 minutes against New Orleans. A thinner rotation would make both viable short-term depth pieces for managers in competitive formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard
Stephen Curry (quadriceps) is expected to miss roughly a week after suffering a contusion Wednesday, creating extra backcourt opportunities in the rotation. Veteran guard
Jimmy Butler III has averaged 22.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.2 assists across his last five games, including a 21-point, five-rebound, five-assist performance Wednesday, and he should hold firm rest-of-season value. Third-year guard
Brandin Podziemski also stands to see a usage bump, bringing 13.0 points on 40.0 percent shooting over his last five contests. Podziemski lines up as the short-term streamer while Curry recovers.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (back) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the 76ers, ending his appearance streak dating back to Nov. 3. His absence shifts more offensive weight onto
Noah Clowney, who erupted for 31 points and has scored at least 22 points in two of his last three games.
Tyrese Martin,
Ziaire Williams, and
Jalen Wilson also gain streaming appeal, though Clowney remains the clearest beneficiary with added usage and shot volume. Porter's next chance to return comes Saturday against Milwaukee.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward
Paul George (ankle) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Nets after participating in Thursday's practice. A potential absence would again open rotation room for
Dominick Barlow and
Justin Edwards. Barlow has averaged 7.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across his last eight appearances, while Edwards has produced 9.0 points on 47.5 percent shooting over his last nine games. Both profile as deep-league streamers, with Edwards offering the cleaner scoring path if George remains out.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers guard
VJ Edgecombe (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, extending his multi-game absence. His downtime keeps
Quentin Grimes in a meaningful role, and the shooting guard has averaged 15.4 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists across his last five games while shooting 40.0 percent from the field. Grimes remains a solid streaming option for points and threes, while
Jared McCain, who posted 15 points in his last outing, offers deep-league appeal as he ramps up.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Nets, marking his ninth straight absence. His continued downtime keeps veteran center
Andre Drummond locked into starter minutes, and he has averaged 8.8 points, 14.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks across his last five outings while shooting 46.2 percent from the field. Drummond remains a strong short-term fantasy play for rebounds and defensive stats, especially with
Adem Bona (ankle) still limited and
Trendon Watford (adductor) remaining sidelined.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 27, 2025
Orlando Magic forward
Paolo Banchero (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pistons, marking his eighth straight absence. His continued downtime keeps second-year forward
Tristan da Silva in a stable role, and he has averaged 11.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists over his last five games while shooting 45.1 percent from the field. Da Silva should remain a viable short-term streamer, while
Anthony Black and
Goga Bitadze also see modest bumps. Banchero should stay rostered in all formats until he returns.
--Brian DailisanSource: Jason Beede
November 27, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Jalen Williams (wrist) will make his season debut Friday against Phoenix, returning to a featured spot after averaging 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists last season. His comeback reshapes the perimeter rotation, where second-year guard
Ajay Mitchell logged 23 minutes Wednesday and produced 13 points with three assists. Williams should reclaim a heavy workload immediately, pushing Mitchell,
Cason Wallace, and
Isaiah Joe into smaller roles. Fantasy managers should view Williams as a clear must-start, while Mitchell and Joe shift toward deep-league streaming.
--Brian DailisanSource: Shams Charania
November 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) is hoping to return for Saturday's game against New Orleans. The 23-year-old, who recently scrimmaged on Wednesday afternoon, is working his way back from a knee injury, keeping him off the floor for the Dubs' last seven contests. Before going on the shelf, he was having a down year, averaging 13.8 points, a decrease from the 2025 campaign. However, with
Stephen Curry (quadriceps) at risk of missing time after suffering a quad contusion in Wednesday's NBA Cup loss to the Houston Rockets, Kuminga may see a bump in scoring opportunities, which could certainly make his presence on fantasy rosters more tolerable for frustrated managers. With that said, fantasy managers should consider Kuminga questionable heading into Saturday's meeting, with a more definitive update on his status likely coming on Friday night, when the official injury report is released.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Anthony Slater
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