February 19, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (finger) is going to undergo surgery to address the misalignment of his right pinky finger, and after the surgery, the team should be able to provide a firmer timeline of when he'll be able to return this season, if at all. KCP gets plenty of minutes when healthy, but is not a major fantasy contributor. Without him, there is more time for
Jaylen Wells,
Ty Jerome,
Scotty Pippen Jr., and the rest of the Grizzlies younger options in the backcourt and on the wings. The Grizzlies spot in the standings makes it unlikely they push their veterans to return and instead use the rest of the year to evaluate players who could have a role in the future.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Brett Siegel
February 19, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies point guard
Ja Morant (elbow) has not played since Jan. 21 and has been limited to only 20 games this season due to multiple injuries. He'll be sidelined for at least a couple more weeks due to discomfort from his UCL sprain. He is averaging 19.5 points, 8.1 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game when available, but the Grizzlies made an attempt to trade their former star at the trade deadline and were unable to find any takers. He doesn't seem to be in the team's plans, although he could return late in the season to try and increase his value. He'll be re-evaluated in two weeks, and until then,
Ty Jerome,
Scotty Pippen Jr., and
Cam Spencer will continue to run the point for the Grizz.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Brett Siegel
February 19, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward/center
Sandro Mamukelashvili (ribs) is questionable for Thursday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. The Georgian big man has made 13 consecutive appearances but may have to exit the lineup on Thursday due to a right rib contusion. Mamukelashvili has formed a solid one-two punch with
Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) at center for Toronto during
Jakob Poeltl's absence. With Poeltl now back in the mix, the two will have smaller roles on the team. Murray-Boyles will likely see a bit more action against Chicago if Mamukelashvili can't play.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 19, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward/center
Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) is listed as probable for Thursday's action against the Chicago Bulls. The rookie big man hurt his left thumb before the All-Star break, but the injury will cost him only one game. Murray-Boyles has averaged 7.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists during his first year in the Association. He's done a great job filling in for
Jakob Poeltl, who has dealt with a back issue throughout the season. Poeltl returned to the lineup just before the break, meaning Murray-Boyles must settle for a bench role going forward, which limits his fantasy potential.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 19, 2026
Chicago Bulls point guard
Tre Jones (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Toronto Raptors. He has been nursing a left hamstring strain for several weeks and might be out for a 12th consecutive game. The injury has occurred at a bad time for Jones, who faces increased competition for playing time in Chi-Town.
Anfernee Simons,
Collin Sexton, and
Jaden Ivey have all made a positive first impression since joining the team. The trio has also benefited from
Josh Giddey's (hamstring) absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 19, 2026
Chicago Bulls forward/center
Jalen Smith (calf) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Thursday against the Toronto Raptors. The team has listed him as probable on the injury report. Before the All-Star break, Smith skipped three games with a right calf strain. Smith has become a solid option for fantasy teams, averaging 12.4 points and 8.3 rebounds in 25.3 minutes since Jan. 1.
Guerschon Yabusele and
Nick Richards will lose minutes to Smith, who has been a regular starter for the Bulls over the last seven weeks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 19, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (finger) will have surgery on Thursday, the team announced. The veteran must undergo a procedure to correct misalignment of his right pinky finger. Memphis will provide a timeline for Caldwell-Pope's recovery after surgery. Caldwell-Pope has had a disappointing campaign in 2025-26, averaging 8.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists. After beginning the year as a regular starter, he has been part of the first unit just once since Nov. 12. Players like
Scotty Pippen Jr. and
Olivier-Maxence Prosper may see more time on the floor during Caldwell-Pope's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
February 19, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies point guard
Ja Morant (elbow) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, the team announced on Wednesday. The Grizzlies star hasn't played since Jan. 21 due to a UCL sprain in his left elbow. Unfortunately, health issues have ruined another campaign for Morant, who has suited up just 20 times this season. With him unavailable,
Ty Jerome,
Cam Spencer, and
Scotty Pippen Jr. have larger roles on the team. Jerome has the most fantasy appeal of these three players, but he has been playing with a minutes limit since making his season debut in late January. Across 20.2 minutes per game, Jerome has averaged 19.7 points, 6.0 assists, and 1.2 steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
February 19, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) will miss a sixth consecutive game on Thursday against the Boston Celtics. Curry was unable to practice on Wednesday because he did not "feel right," according to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr. After practice, Kerr suggested Curry might undergo a second MRI on his right knee.
Pat Spencer and
Gui Santos have stepped up during Curry's absence, though
Kristaps Porzingis' (Achilles) likely return on Thursday will have a significant impact on the rotation.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBC Sports Bay Area
February 18, 2026
Sacramento Kings' newly acquired forward
De'Andre Hunter (eye) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Orlando Magic. Hunter missed the previous three games with a left eye injury that began before the All-Star break. The forward was traded to Sacramento from the Cleveland Cavaliers during this season's trade deadline and has played just three games with the Kings. With him set to miss another game on Thursday, forward
Precious Achiuwa should start, while rookies
Maxime Raynaud and
Nique Clifford should be major beneficiaries of the number of injuries affecting the Kings' lineup.
--Nathan HarveySource: James Ham
February 18, 2026
Golden State Warriors center
Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Boston Celtics, but he told reporters he plans to make his debut with the team. Porzingis was traded to the Warriors from the Atlanta Hawks at this season's trade deadline after playing just 17 games with them. Many expect Porzingis to be the perfect fit with the Warriors, barring health. The former fourth-overall pick has averaged 19.6 points per game in his career, shooting over 36% from three in each of the last four seasons. With Porzingis expected to play, centers
Al Horford and
Quinten Post should see fewer minutes moving forward, while Porzingis should be more of a factor from a fantasy perspective.
--Nathan HarveySource: Anthony Slater - ESPN
February 18, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Toronto Raptors but practiced in full on Wednesday and expects to play. Giddey has missed the previous eight games with a strained left hamstring, and the team has struggled, losing seven of its last eight games without him. The former sixth-overall pick has had a career year in his fifth season, averaging 18.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 8.8 assists in 32 minutes per game. With Giddey expected to return on Thursday, expect guards
Collin Sexton,
Jaden Ivey, and
Rob Dillingham to see fewer minutes and less offensive production moving forward.
--Nathan HarveySource: K.C. Johnson
February 18, 2026
New York Knicks forward
OG Anunoby (toe) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Anunoby has missed the previous four games after having his toenail removed, but practiced in full on Wednesday, opening the door for a potential return on Thursday. In 41 games this season, Anunoby has averaged 16.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 33 minutes per game. A return seems likely, but Anunoby could face a minutes restriction despite facing the current first seed in the Eastern Conference. If he does, in fact, play on Thursday, look for
Mohamed Diawara to see a reduced workload.
--Nathan HarveySource: Ian Begley
February 18, 2026
Charlotte Hornets guard
Coby White (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets, and head coach Charles Lee said there's no clear timeline for his return. White was acquired by the Hornets from the Chicago Bulls at this season's trade deadline but has yet to suit up for them. In 29 games this season with Chicago, White has averaged 18.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in just over 29 minutes per game. With the newly acquired guard not ready to return from his calf injury, guards
Sion James and
Grant Williams should benefit from his absence. Fantasy managers should expect White to return in the coming weeks, as the Hornets enter playoff contention and no shutdown is expected.
--Nathan HarveySource: DaShawn Brown
February 18, 2026
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (ribs) is expected to practice Thursday as he works toward a return from a right costochondral injury that has sidelined him for 15 straight games. He is averaging 25.3 usage in 32.0 minutes this season and could be listed as questionable for Friday's matchup in Atlanta depending on how he responds. Until he is cleared,
Kasparas Jakucionis,
Myron Gardner, and
Simone Fontecchio should continue seeing added run, though all remain fringe fantasy options. Herro's return would tighten the rotation and restore primary scoring duties alongside
Bam Adebayo and
Norman Powell.
--Brian DailisanSource: Anthony Chiang
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