February 4, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers. As has been the norm, Embiid didn't suit up for Tuesday's 113-94 win over the Golden State Warriors, the second of back-to-back outings for the club. As expected,
Andre Drummond got the start, finishing with 12 points, 12 boards, one steal, and one block. If all goes according to plan, Embiid should be on the court on Thursday. However, if he's not, Drummond is a must-start in all fantasy setups.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
San Antonio Spurs guard
Dylan Harper (ankle) won't play on Wednesday against OKC. The 19-year-old has a sore right ankle, so he'll miss his first contest in over two months. With
Stephon Castle (adductor) a game-time decision,
Keldon Johnson may see even more work after producing a 14-point, 10-rebound double-double in Sunday's 112-103 win over the Orlando Magic.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Matthew Tynan
February 4, 2026
Golden State Warriors guard
Stephen Curry (knee) won't play on Thursday versus Phoenix. He's dealing with a case of runner's knee and is considered day-to-day. However, with the All-Star break right around the corner, fantasy managers may not see him back on the floor for another week or two. While Curry is out of commission, guys like
Moses Moody,
Brandin Podziemski,
Gui Santos, and
De'Anthony Melton should benefit the most on the offensive end.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Jalen Green (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Warriors. The former Rocket has appeared in only five contests this season, so his fantasy upside will be limited even if he manages to suit up. With
Devin Booker (ankle) still on the shelf,
Collin Gillespie,
Grayson Allen,
Mark Williams, and
Dillon Brooks should remain in line for larger offensive roles.
Jordan Goodwin would likely continue to gain streaming attention from fantasy managers after finishing with 16 points and 10 boards in the win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is questionable heading into Thursday's meeting with the visiting Jazz. The 30-year-old was on track to return on Tuesday against Miami after sitting on the shelf since the loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on January 7. Unfortunately, he wasn't feeling well and was ruled out. With
Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) also questionable,
Christian Koloko may draw another start. However, he had only two points and two boards versus the Heat, so he's certainly not a suitable waiver option in any fantasy format.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks guard
Cole Anthony (ankle) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. As expected, Anthony is cleared to play after being listed as probable on the injury report. He twisted his ankle during Wednesday's game, but it's not serious enough to sideline him. This season, Anthony is averaging 6.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 15.1 minutes per game. He has mostly been playing minutes in the teens and figures to have a hard time getting more action with
Kevin Porter Jr. returning on Wednesday. Anthony won't be an ideal streaming option going forward with Porter finally back in the mix.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Boston Celtics guard
Jaylen Brown (hamstring, knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. The Celtics are going to take the cautious approach here in the second game of the back-to-back set. Brown is dealing with two nagging injuries, so the Celtics will give him the night off to rest. His absence figures to mean more playing time for
Hugo Gonzalez and
Jordan Walsh. Neither of them has great streaming value, but
Derrick White and
Payton Pritchard should have stronger value with Brown out of the mix. Both White and Pritchard should be asked to pick up the slack with Brown unavailable.
--Andy WebbSource: Boston Celtics
February 4, 2026
Detroit Pistons guard
Cade Cunningham (wrist) is questionable for Thursday's meeting with the visiting Wizards. The Pistons will face the Knicks on Friday, so Cunningham might get the night off to rest for the clash versus one of the worst teams in the National Basketball Association. If the 24-year-old doesn't suit up,
Daniss Jenkins, averaging 15.3 points, 6.7 assists, and 1.1 steals in seven starts this season, is the favorite to replace him in the rotation.
Kevin Huerter (trade pending), who is questionable, may also receive some meaningful minutes right out of the gate.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks center
Myles Turner (ankle) is set to suit up Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Turner was previously listed as probable with a left ankle sprain, but he has since been cleared to play. The 29-year-old big man has missed only two of the Bucks' 48 games so far this season. Fantasy managers should expect Turner to continue producing, as he's put together an impressive five-game stretch, averaging 18.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 2.0 three-pointers, 3.0 blocks, and 1.2 steals per contest over his last five appearances.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Milwaukee Bucks
February 4, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks guard
Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Porter is back in the mix after missing six games due to a lingering oblique injury. He hasn't played since mid-January, so the expectation is that Porter will have a minutes limit during Wednesday's game. It's unclear how many minutes he'll play, but he's expected to be monitored during his first game back. Fantasy managers in season-long formats should still be able to safely deploy Porter for Wednesday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Houston Rockets forward
Kevin Durant (ankle) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. As expected, Durant will suit up after being listed as probable on the injury report. Durant will make his return to the court after missing Monday's game due to a minor ankle injury. His return to the starting five should bounce
Reed Sheppard back to the bench. Sheppard will lose steam as a streaming option with Durant back in the mix. Fantasy managers should check their lineups and get Durant in there ahead of tip-off on Wednesday.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves guard
Anthony Edwards (elbow) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Edwards was questionable coming into this game due to elbow soreness on his non-shooting elbow. It doesn't seem to be serious enough to force him to miss any game action. Edwards has been on a tear lately with 30-plus points in three of his last five games. The superstar guard needs to be started in all fantasy formats. Fantasy managers should check their lineups and make sure Edwards is in there ahead of tip-off.
--Andy WebbSource: Dane Moore
February 4, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves forward
Julius Randle (thumb) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Randle has been upgraded from questionable to available after dealing with left thumb soreness. It doesn't appear to be serious enough to force Randle to the sideline. This season, Randle is averaging 22.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.4 assists across 33.4 minutes per game. He has been one of the best fantasy contributors at his position and is a must-start in all fantasy formats. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups ahead of tip-off.
--Andy WebbSource: Dane Moore
February 4, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) won't suit up against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. The 23-year-old guard will miss his seventh consecutive contest due to an abdominal strain. Mitchell's next chance to play is Saturday against the Rockets, but with an unclear timetable for his return, it is doubtful he will take the floor.
Cason Wallace and
Isaiah Joe will continue to log extended minutes for OKC's backcourt while Mitchell is absent.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
February 4, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Alex Caruso (adductor) won't suit up against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. The two-time NBA champion has been dealing with a right adductor strain and will have the back end off of a back-to-back for injury maintenance. His next chance to get back on the floor is Saturday against the Rockets. Besides, Caruso OKC's backcourt will also be without
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdominal),
Luguentz Dort (knee), and
Ajay Mitchell (abdominal), so fantasy managers should expect
Cason Wallace and
Isaiah Joe to see more scoring opportunities than usual.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
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