DeMar DeRozan Cleared to Face Raptors
Sacramento Kings guard/forward DeMar DeRozan (hamstring) will play on Wednesday night against the Toronto Raptors. The veteran sat out Sunday's loss to Brooklyn due to a hamstring injury, but the team has removed him from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's action. It's a special matchup for DeRozan against the team he represented for nine years at the start of his career. Due to injuries, the Kings have very little quality left on the roster, so DeRozan should have free rein on offense. He has averaged 27.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 7.0 assists over his last two outings.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Andrew Wiggins Questionable Against Celtics
Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. Miami won't have Norman Powell (illness) available and may be without another key contributor as Wiggins nurses a toe issue. If Wiggins can't play, the Heat could bring Simone Fontecchio or Kel'el Ware to the starting lineup. The two have made minimal impact in recent games, but a starting role would be a big boost for them. Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. might also absorb some of Wiggins' minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell Won't Play Wednesday
Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (illness) will remain out for a third consecutive game on Wednesday against the Boston Celtics. The first-year All-Star is battling an illness, meaning the Heat must manage without their leading scorer. Pelle Larsson has done a good job filling in for Powell in the starting lineup, averaging 17.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists over the last two games. Meanwhile, Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s workload has increased off the bench, reaching 32 minutes in Monday's win over Philadelphia.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Danny Wolf Without Timeline for Return
Brooklyn Nets forward/center Danny Wolf (ankle) doesn't have a timeline for his return, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints reports. He is in a walking boot due to an ankle injury and has missed five games. Before he was hurt, Wolf's role had grown on the team. He averaged 10.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in March. Unfortunately, Wolf's rookie campaign might be over, as the Nets face only six more games. Josh Minott and Chaney Johnson are the main beneficiaries of Wolf's absence.
Source: Erik Slater
Source: Erik Slater
LeBron James Set to Play in Cleveland Matchup
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) will play Tuesday against Cleveland after initially being listed as questionable for injury management. Even at 41, he continues to deliver steady fantasy production, averaging 16.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, 8.6 assists and 1.0 steals in 35.6 minutes over his last five games. He is also coming off a 21-point triple-double Monday, another reminder of his all-around impact. James' availability keeps Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in their usual roles, and he remains an automatic fantasy start whenever he is active.
Source: Mark Medina
Source: Mark Medina
Jayson Tatum Cleared to Play Wednesday
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is set to play Wednesday against Miami after sitting out Monday for routine injury management on the second night of a back-to-back. The star forward has averaged 21.2 points, 2.8 three-pointers, 9.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.0 steals in 32.9 minutes over his last five games, reinforcing his must-start status in all formats. Tatum's return should push Jordan Walsh back to the bench while allowing Jaylen Brown and Derrick White to resume their usual offensive roles. Tatum remains a clear lineup anchor with Boston expected to lean on him offensively.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Neemias Queta Returns Against Miami
Boston Celtics forward/center Neemias Queta (thumb) is available for Wednesday's game against Miami after missing one contest. The 26-year-old has been a steady interior presence recently, averaging 10.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 26.2 minutes over his last five games, giving him some deep-league appeal for rebounds and field goal percentage. His return likely pushes Luka Garza back to a smaller reserve role after Garza produced 20 points as a spot starter. With Boston thin at center, Queta has a real opportunity to maintain a steady role. His scoring can be inconsistent, but his rebounding and interior production give him some reliability in deeper formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
De'Anthony Melton Ruled Out Against Spurs
Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (thumb) will miss Wednesday's game against San Antonio due to a left thumb strain, opening extra backcourt minutes. Gary Payton II (knee), if cleared, could be the main beneficiary after posting 16 points and five rebounds in 21 minutes last game and providing steady two-way production recently. Pat Spencer may also see more playmaking opportunities after recording eight assists in 24 minutes. Will Richard could re-enter the rotation as well. Melton's absence opens some deep-league and DFS streaming options, but there isn't an obvious one-for-one replacement in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kristaps Porzingis Ruled Out Wednesday
Golden State Warriors forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will not play Wednesday against San Antonio, leaving the team thin in the frontcourt. With Al Horford (calf) and Quinten Post (foot) also unavailable, Draymond Green could see more time at center after finishing with 13 points, eight assists, and four rebounds in 30 minutes last game. Omer Yurtseven may also pick up situational minutes, though his role remains uncertain. Porzingis' absence could also open extra run for Malevy Leons. Fantasy managers should expect Golden State to rely more on Green's versatility in small-ball looks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Pascal Siakam Expected to Suit Up Wednesday
Indiana Pacers forward/center Pascal Siakam (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Chicago and appears on track to remain in the lineup. The veteran has averaged 22.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.2 three-pointers, and 1.2 steals in 31.4 minutes over his last five games and should continue handling a heavy offensive workload with Andrew Nembhard (back), Aaron Nesmith (neck), and Jarace Walker (back) sidelined. Siakam remains a must-start while Indiana is shorthanded, and his presence should help keep the rotation steady alongside Obi Toppin (foot) and Jay Huff.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Andrew Nembhard Sitting Out Wednesday
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) will sit out Wednesday's game against Chicago for injury management after playing in five straight contests. Nembhard had taken on a bigger playmaking role lately with multiple double-digit assist games, so Indiana will need to adjust with him out of the backcourt rotation. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also out, Quenton Jackson and Ethan Thompson could see expanded minutes, with Jackson coming off a 10-point outing in 20 minutes. Kam Jones and Taelon Peter could also factor into the guard rotation if Indiana needs extra depth. In championship week, Nembhard's absence could push fantasy managers to find short-term guard help.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Olivier-Maxence Prosper Off Injury Report Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Olivier-Maxence Prosper (wrist) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks after missing one contest. The 23-year-old has been productive recently, averaging 15.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.8 threes and 1.6 steals in 24.4 minutes over his last five games, giving him some late-season appeal in deeper formats. With Taylor Hendricks (finger) doubtful, Prosper could handle significant frontcourt minutes again. His return should help steady Memphis' frontcourt rotation alongside GG Jackson II and Cedric Coward, but his fantasy value will still depend on whether he continues to see consistent minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ty Jerome to Miss Fifth Straight Game
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against New York, marking his fifth straight absence due to a left ankle sprain. With Jerome sidelined, Javon Small should continue seeing starting point guard duties, while Cam Spencer and Walter Clayton Jr. remain involved in the rotation. Spencer finished with 16 points, four three-pointers, and five assists in 19 minutes last game, giving him some deep league and DFS appeal. Small also offers assist and steal upside, while Clayton provides secondary playmaking. Jerome can be dropped in most redraft formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert Available Tuesday Against Raptors
Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against Toronto after being listed as questionable. The veteran wing logged 10 points, four rebounds, two assists, and one block in 26 minutes off the bench Monday and has averaged 7.0 points, 3.4 assists, and 3.2 rebounds in 19.8 minutes over his last five games. LeVert's reserve role caps his fantasy ceiling, making him more of a deep-league option for modest across-the-board production. His availability could cut slightly into Kevin Huerter's and Marcus Sasser's minutes in the second unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Miles McBride to Suit up on Tuesday
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (pelvis) is available to play ahead of Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. It was uncertain if McBride would be able to play after he made an early exit from Sunday's game. He played 11 minutes on Sunday before leaving due to what is being called a pelvic injury. He has been cleared for Tuesday's game, but the Knicks will likely monitor him closely. McBride is recovering from sports hernia surgery, so they don't want to re-aggravate the issue. The 25-year-old guard won't be an ideal streaming option for Tuesday's slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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