November 23, 2025
Denver Nuggets forward
Aaron Gordon (hamstring) will miss at least four to six weeks after being diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, removing one of Denver's key frontcourt pieces for the foreseeable future. Gordon was producing 18.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals, and 0.2 blocks in 28.3 minutes on 53.2 percent shooting before the injury, making him an IL stash in most formats.
Peyton Watson steps in as the primary replacement and should see a clear bump in minutes, while
Cameron Johnson gains added stability across scoring and rebounding. With
Christian Braun (ankle) also out,
Bruce Brown and
Tim Hardaway Jr. remain viable short-term streamers for threes, points, and supplemental defensive stats.
--Brian DailisanSource: Shams Charania
November 23, 2025
Dallas Mavericks center
Dereck Lively II (foot) is sidelined for Monday's matchup against Miami, extending a pattern of stops and starts after missing a large chunk of the early season. Lively has averaged 17.1 minutes in his last five games, contributing 3.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.4 steals, and 2.0 blocks on 54.5 percent shooting. The limited workload keeps him closer to an IL stash than a dependable active-roster piece. His absence keeps
Daniel Gafford in a steady role at center, while
Moussa Cisse provides depth and
P.J. Washington picks up extra rebounding volume when healthy.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grant Afseth
November 23, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (calf) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup with Miami, keeping his availability very much in question after already missing a lengthy stretch. Davis has appeared in only five games for Dallas but has delivered strong production when available, posting 20.8 points, 10.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.2 blocks in 30.0 minutes on 52.0 percent shooting. His limited durability remains the primary concern for fantasy managers, as another missed game reinforces the need for contingency plans at center.
P.J. Washington and
Daniel Gafford gain stability in the frontcourt, while
Dereck Lively II's (foot) continued absence further concentrates minutes among the remaining bigs.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grant Afseth
November 23, 2025
Orlando Magic center
Goga Bitadze (ankle) was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) wasn't available, so Bitadze was in line to take over at the five. However, the 26-year-old developed ankle soreness, resulting in him being scratched after the team had already announced he would be in the starting lineup.
Orlando Robinson ended up taking his spot in the rotation. Fantasy managers will now have to wait and see if either Carter or Bitadze will be back on the floor for Tuesday's NBA Cup clash with the Philadelphia 76ers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic
November 23, 2025
Phoenix Suns forward
Ryan Dunn (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's meeting with the Spurs, marking his first missed game of the season after being downgraded from questionable. Dunn has been a steady defensive presence, averaging 8.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.4 steals, and 0.7 blocks in 24.1 minutes while shooting 47.8 percent from the field and 34.0 percent from deep. His on-ball disruption remains his most bankable fantasy trait, highlighted by multiple multi-steal outings throughout the month. With Dunn unavailable,
Dillon Brooks and
Royce O'Neale take on additional wing responsibilities, and
Isaiah Livers profiles as a deeper-league three-and-D streaming option for managers seeking short-term production.
--Brian DailisanSource: Kellan Olson
November 23, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers center
Donovan Clingan (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Sunday's game in Oklahoma City, while
Robert Williams III (knee) has been ruled out, solidifying Clingan as the clear centerpiece of Portland's interior rotation. Clingan has been in strong form recently, averaging 14.6 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks over his past five games, including a 22-point, 10-rebound showing in his last outing. With Williams sidelined, Clingan should handle a heavier dose of minutes and defensive responsibility, giving him a stable path to rebounds and blocks with some scoring upside.
Yang Hansen and
Duop Reath remain deep-league contingency streamers, while
Deni Avdija and
Jerami Grant could see occasional small-ball frontcourt usage if Portland adjusts matchups.
--Brian DailisanSource: Trail Blazers PR
November 23, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers center
Robert Williams III (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Oklahoma City due to knee maintenance. Williams has averaged 4.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 0.8 blocks in 12.8 minutes this season, and his last five games included 5.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks on 60.9 percent shooting. With Williams sidelined and
Donovan Clingan (knee) available to start, Portland will consolidate its interior workload around Clingan, who has been a steady rebounder and finisher.
Yang Hansen and
Duop Reath profile as deep-league streamers for rebounds and blocks, while
Deni Avdija and
Jerami Grant could absorb extra minutes in smaller lineups if Portland adjusts its rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: Trail Blazers PR
November 23, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Anthony Black will start in Sunday's meeting with the Celtics.
Jalen Suggs (knee) will take the night off to rest after logging 32 minutes in Saturday's win over the New York Knicks, opening the door for Black to get some extra action. The 21-year-old has started three times this season, averaging 15.3 points, 1.3 steals, and 1.0 blocks. However, with
Paolo Banchero (groin) and
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) also out, Black might be more productive, giving him plenty of upside for fantasy managers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic Daily
November 23, 2025
Orlando Magic center
Goga Bitadze will start in Sunday's meeting with the Celtics. With
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) sidelined, Bitadze will make his first start of the 2025 campaign. He played well in his 42 starts last season, averaging 9.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. With that in mind, the 26-year-old may be even more productive on Sunday night, considering
Jalen Suggs (knee) and
Paolo Banchero (groin) won't suit up. Fantasy managers can consider Bitadze for all formats.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic Daily
November 23, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward
Bogdan Bogdanovic (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's meetings with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team has downgraded his status from questionable to out. A left hip contusion will keep Bogdanovic sidelined for a second consecutive game. Due to
Bradley Beal's (hip) injury, Bogdanovic has had a much larger role in the Clippers' rotation lately, averaging 28.0 minutes a night. His absence from the lineup means more minutes for
Cam Christie, who missed a double-double by just two points and one rebound in Saturday's victory over the Charlotte Hornets.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 23, 2025
Charlotte Hornets center
Ryan Kalkbrenner (ankle) won't play on Sunday against Atlanta, marking his second absence of the 2025 campaign. He spent the day riding a questionable designation before eventually being classified as doubtful. All things considered, despite making a few appearances on the injury report, the rookie has played well throughout his inaugural year, averaging 9.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks. Fortunately, Charlotte won't play against until Wednesday versus the New York Knicks, so fantasy managers will wait to see how things work out surrounding his availability. However, as far as Sunday's contest is concerned,
Moussa Diabate, who had 15 points, 11 boards, and one steal in his only start of the 2025 campaign, is capable of surging, especially with
LaMelo Ball (ankle) and
Brandon Miller (shoulder) sidelined.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 23, 2025
Charlotte Hornets guard
Tre Mann (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Sunday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks, meaning he is ready to end a two-game absence. Mann has missed a pair of games due to a sore left ankle. With
LaMelo Ball (ankle) and
Brandon Miller (shoulder) on the shelf for Sunday's game, Mann could be one of Charlotte's leading players against the Hawks. The 24-year-old has averaged 10.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists across 22.0 minutes this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: Charlotte Hornets PR
November 23, 2025
Orlando Magic center
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Celtics. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged 12.3 points and 7.4 rebounds while shooting a career-high 45.8% from behind the arc. He also hasn't missed a game, so fantasy managers are hoping Sunday's absence is an isolated incident. With Carter out of the equation,
Goga Bitadze could be making his first start of the 2025 campaign. Bitadze started 42 times last season, averaging 9.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. However, with
Paolo Banchero (groin) and
Jalen Suggs (knee) ruled out, he has an excellent chance of being more productive.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic
November 23, 2025
Atlanta Hawks guard
Luke Kennard (hip) will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets. The talented sniper is dealing with inflammation in his left hip, exiting the lineup after tallying eight points and three assists in 24 minutes against the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday. Kennard has averaged over 22 minutes per game off the Hawks bench this season, and the likes of
Vit Krejci,
Caleb Houstan, and
Keaton Wallace could get more burn in the second unit on Sunday. However, none of the three players stands out as someone fantasy managers can trust.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 23, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward/center
Onyeka Okongwu (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets. Initially, the team listed Okongwu as questionable for the contest after he missed Saturday's win against the New Orleans Pelicans with an ankle issue. With no
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) in the Hawks lineup on Sunday, Okongwu is poised to make his seventh start of the season. He has boosted his numbers to 20.0 points and 6.7 rebounds per game in a starting role this season, posting two double-doubles.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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