March 8, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Michael Porter Jr. (rest) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Porter will take a seat for the front end of this back-to-back set. The expectation is that he'll return to the court for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Without Porter available,
Danny Wolf,
Ziaire Williams, and
Ochai Agbaji are all candidates to see increased playing time. Among the three, Williams is the best streaming option without Porter on the court. He finished with 23 points, four rebounds, and knocked down five three-pointers during Friday's contest. He's worth a look in deep leagues at the minimum, while Porter is out.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers guard
VJ Edgecombe (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The rookie has missed a pair of games with a back problem, but he could be back in action on Monday night. The 76ers could certainly need some help after losing
Tyrese Maxey (finger) to injury this weekend. Philadelphia also remains without
Joel Embiid (oblique) and
Paul George (suspension). Due to the injury situation, Edgecombe could play a very important role in Monday's contest if he returns. If he can't make it back,
Quentin Grimes will continue to have additional fantasy value as his replacement in the starting lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Orlando Magic forward
Jonathan Isaac (knee) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Isaac will miss his third straight game due to left knee soreness. Given his injury history, it's not shocking to see the Magic being extremely cautious with Isaac. His absence from the rotation should mean more minutes for
Noah Penda,
Tristan da Silva, and possibly
Goga Bitadze. Penda has been mostly quiet since being recalled from the G-League earlier this month. He's a decent dynasty stash, but isn't consistent enough to warrant streaming in most formats right now.
--Andy WebbSource: Orlando Magic
March 8, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Anthony Black (back) won't play on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He injured his back in Saturday's loss to Minnesota and has been ruled out for Sunday's action after initially being considered questionable.
Tristan da Silva is set to rejoin the starting lineup in Black's absence, while
Jevon Carter may see increased minutes off the bench. This season, da Silva has averaged 10.8 points and 4.7 rebounds per game in 20 starts.
--Taavi PailkSource: Orlando Magic
March 8, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
DeMar DeRozan (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He was absent from the initial injury report, but he must've picked up an illness throughout the day. Fantasy managers should consider DeRozan as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. His absence should open up playing time for
Nique Clifford,
Daeqwon Plowden, and
Doug McDermott. Among the three, Clifford is likely going to be the most useful streaming option. He figures to have a sizable role on Sunday and is worth starting while DeRozan is out.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (hamstring) will be limited to 16-20 minutes on Sunday against New Orleans, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. The French big man has missed 10 games due to a right hamstring strain, and the team will monitor his workload to prevent the risk of reinjury. Sarr has averaged 28.2 minutes per game for the season, posting 17.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 2.0 blocks.
Julian Reese, who nearly recorded a 20-20 game on Thursday against Utah, should continue to see significant playing time while Sarr remains on a minutes restriction, boosting his fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: Josh Robbins
March 8, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks guard
Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will miss a third consecutive game on Sunday against the Orlando Magic. He is dealing with a knee issue and has given up his spot in the starting lineup to
Ryan Rollins. Since returning to the first unit, Rollins has posted back-to-back double-doubles. He missed a triple-double by just two assists in Saturday's win over Utah. On Sunday, Rollins is expected to carry a huge offensive load, as the Bucks will also be without the services of
Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf).
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) won't be in the lineup on Sunday against the Orlando Magic. He will sit out the second game of a back-to-back after tallying 27 points, nine rebounds, eight assists, and four steals in 27 minutes in Saturday's win over Utah.
Bobby Portis is the most likely candidate to start in Antetokounmpo's spot. Across nine previous starts this season, Portis has averaged 15.6 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. Antetokounmpo's absence could also increase responsibilities for
Kyle Kuzma (back), though he is considered questionable for Sunday's game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers point guard
Tyrese Maxey (finger) will miss the team's upcoming back-to-back against Cleveland and Memphis. The two-time All-Star sprained his right fifth finger in Saturday's loss to Atlanta. Maxey will undergo further testing before a treatment plan is established. With Maxey absent,
Cameron Payne and
Quentin Grimes will have increased roles in the backcourt. Offensively,
Kelly Oubre Jr. will also be expected to do more, especially with
Joel Embiid (oblique) and
Paul George (suspension) still unavailable.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 8, 2026
Miami Heat forward
Andrew Wiggins (toe) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Wiggins is set to miss his second game in a row due to a lingering toe injury. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable to suit up for Tuesday's contest against the Washington Wizards. The absence of Wiggins should mean larger roles for
Myron Gardner,
Jaime Jaquez Jr., and
Kel'el Ware. Gardner drew the start on Friday, but Jaquez and Ware made a more significant impact on the scoreboard.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Allen won't suit up after suffering a right knee injury during Tuesday's win over the Detroit Pistons. He will sit out the front end of the back-to-back set, so fantasy managers will need to check back for his availability for Monday's game.
Dean Wade (ankle) is available to play and will take over Allen's spot in the starting five.
Evan Mobley will shift over to the center spot, while
Thomas Bryant likely sees more playing time off the bench. Both Wade and Bryant should be viewed as possible deep league streaming options for Sunday's slate. Wade is the better option between the two with him in the starting five.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers forward
Dean Wade (ankle) is back in action ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Wade is returning after missing the last three games due to a right ankle sprain. As expected, Wade will return after earning a probable tag ahead of this matchup. Wade will likely start due to the absence of
Jarrett Allen (knee) on Sunday. The veteran forward isn't normally a noteworthy fantasy option, but he could be worth a look on Sunday. The increased playing time and move to the starting five should give Wade enough value to consider streaming while Allen is out.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Jaylon Tyson (neck) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Tyson will shed the questionable tag and suit up for Sunday's game without missing any action. He has been in the starting five over the last four games with
Donovan Mitchell (groin) sidelined. During that span, Tyson averaged 15.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists over 34.0 minutes per game. His spike in fantasy value will come to an end on Sunday with Mitchell returning to the starting five. Tyson is expected to head back to the bench, where he'll see reduced value. The second-year guard is still productive enough to warrant rostering in deep leagues at the minimum.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 8, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Donovan Mitchell (groin) is back in action ahead of Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. Mitchell is cleared to return after missing the last four games due to a lingering groin injury. There is no word on a minutes limit, so fantasy managers should expect Mitchell to be a full-go for this one. His return to the starting five will mean reduced roles for
Sam Merrill and
Jaylon Tyson. Mitchell has been an elite fantasy contributor, so fantasy managers better get him active in their lineups ahead of Sunday's early tip-off.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
March 7, 2026
Chicago Bulls forward/center
Jalen Smith (calf) has been tagged as questionable on the injury report ahead of Sunday's contest against the Sacramento Kings. This is a positive development, as Smith has been out for five games and was listed as doubtful for the prior contest.
Guerschon Yabusele and
Nick Richards have been key in the frontcourt during Smith's absence and will both lose minutes if he returns. Before suffering a left calf strain, Smith was a starter in six consecutive appearances, averaging 12.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in 21.2 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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