March 16, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward
Pascal Siakam (knee) has been tagged as doubtful on the injury report for Tuesday's clash against the New York Knicks, indicating he is unlikely to return to the lineup. The Cameroonian has been out of action for four games due to a right knee sprain. Indiana has almost the entire team on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's contest, making it impossible to project how the rotation will look. That said,
Jarace Walker is healthy and has been a bigger part of the offense in the games Siakam has missed. Additionally,
Kobe Brown and
Jalen Slawson are poised to receive increased opportunities because the team lacks options at the No. 4 spot.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks point guard
Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He skipped the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday versus Indiana to manage a knee issue. Earlier this month, Porter Jr. missed four games due to right knee synovitis. In his last appearance, Porter Jr. made an impact all over the court, finishing a 122-99 loss to Atlanta with 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and one block. On Tuesday night, Porter Jr. could be the primary offensive option for the Bucks, as
Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is hurt and may miss the game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
New York Knicks point guard
Jalen Brunson (ankle, neck) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Indiana Pacers. Brunson produced 29 points and nine assists against the Pacers on Friday night, but he may have to sit out Tuesday's rematch due to ankle and neck injuries. Brunson's absence would create additional playing opportunities for
Jose Alvarado,
Jordan Clarkson, and
Landry Shamet. Additionally,
Karl-Anthony Towns will be expected to be much more active on the offensive end. Towns has averaged 28.2 points and 14.0 rebounds in five games without Brunson this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (oblique) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. He will miss a 10th consecutive game due to a right oblique strain. According to 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, Embiid has resumed basketball activities. This suggests that the former MVP shouldn't be too far from returning. However, he still needs a bit more time to recover, giving
Andre Drummond and
Adem Bona a chance to impress against
Nikola Jokic. Drummond had a big 17-rebound performance on Sunday against Portland when he returned from a three-game absence. The veteran outperformed Bona and may have earned himself a starting spot for Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (knee) will miss the team's upcoming three-game road trip, P.J. Ziegler of FOX 8 reports. Due to right knee tendonitis, he will sit out a sixth consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. In Allen's absence,
Thomas Bryant's workload has slightly increased, while
Keon Ellis has made back-to-back starts. After impressing in his season debut on Sunday against Dallas,
Max Strus is also a candidate to see some action in the starting unit until Allen returns.
--Taavi PailkSource: P.J. Ziegler
March 16, 2026
Washington Wizards point guard
Trae Young (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He will miss the final quarter due to a right quadriceps contusion. Young sustained the injury in the third quarter after colliding with Warriors guard
Will Richard. During the closing moments, Washington's backcourt will also be without
Bub Carrington, who was ejected after receiving two technical fouls.
Sharife Cooper and
Tre Johnson will take on larger roles. Before leaving early, Young amassed 21 points, two rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block in 21 minutes. The Wizards will likely head into Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons without Young.
--Taavi PailkSource: Washington Wizards
March 16, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center
John Collins will be a starter in Monday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He will replace
Kawhi Leonard (ankle), who was injured in Saturday's loss to Sacramento. Collins has also faced health issues lately, returning from a seven-game absence on Saturday. He was a regular starter before exiting the lineup and has posted 13.9 points and 5.2 rebounds per game as a member of the first unit. Leonard's absence is also likely to increase the offensive usage of
Darius Garland and
Bennedict Mathurin.
--Taavi PailkSource: Law Murray
March 16, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Craig Porter Jr. (groin) will be sidelined for the next one to three weeks after imaging confirmed a left groin strain. Porter averages just 18 minutes per game and was already outside the fantasy radar in most formats. His absence should not materially impact Cleveland's rotation, with
James Harden and
Donovan Mitchell handling most backcourt usage.
Dennis Schroder and
Keon Ellis could see marginal minutes increases, though neither gains meaningful fantasy appeal from this injury. Porter can remain on waivers in standard leagues.
--Brian DailisanSource: Cleveland Cavaliers
March 16, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Russell Westbrook (foot) is off the injury report and available for Tuesday's game against the Spurs after sitting out Sunday. The veteran has averaged 17.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 9.6 assists, and 2.2 steals over his last five games and remains a strong fantasy hold for managers needing assists and steals. His return should push
Killian Hayes back into a smaller reserve role, while
Malik Monk (ankle) could see slightly less ballhandling if active. Westbrook should continue seeing steady usage alongside
DeMar DeRozan in the starting unit.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Houston Rockets forward/center
Alperen Sengun (back) is out for Monday's game against the Lakers, with veteran center
Clint Capela moving into the starting lineup. Capela finished with nine points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four blocks in 22 minutes off the bench in his last game and shapes up as a short-term rebounds and blocks streamer.
Amen Thompson and
Kevin Durant could also see slight usage increases with Sengun's 27.1 percent usage rate unavailable. Capela is better viewed as a short-term category streamer, while Sengun remains a clear hold once healthy.
--Brian DailisanSource: Lachard Binkley
March 16, 2026
Miami Heat center
Bam Adebayo (calf) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Charlotte Hornets. He is experiencing tightness in his right calf, and Adebayo might miss his first game of 2026 as a result. Without Adebayo,
Kel'el Ware would have a much bigger role in the frontcourt, while
Myron Gardner or
Simone Fontecchio could get a chance to start. On the offensive side,
Norman Powell and
Tyler Herro would handle a larger load.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Javon Small is inactive for Monday's game against the Bulls, while rookie guard
Walter Clayton Jr. (ankle) returns to the starting lineup. Clayton recorded 14 assists in 34 minutes in his last start and could offer deep-league value for assists if his minutes hold. Small had averaged 15.0 points, 5.0 assists, and 1.4 steals across his last five NBA appearances but remains off the fantasy radar while inactive.
Cam Spencer and
Rayan Rupert could also pick up extra backcourt minutes, though both are risky streaming options due to uncertain roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's showdown against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The former MVP injured his left ankle last week, causing him to miss one game. He returned to play on Sunday against Indiana and nearly posted a 30-point triple-double, but Antetokounmpo only logged 23 minutes. If he shakes off the questionable tag, Antetokounmpo might see limited minutes again. Meanwhile,
Bobby Portis and
Jericho Sims will have bigger roles if he doesn't suit up at all, especially with
Myles Turner (calf) also uncertain for the game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
GG Jackson II (foot) is out for Monday's game against the Bulls, with guard
Rayan Rupert moving into the starting lineup. Rupert logged 13 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 38 minutes in his previous appearance and profiles as a deep-league streaming option if he sees a similar run.
Taylor Hendricks posted seven points, five rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 30 minutes last game and should remain in the rotation, while
Olivier-Maxence Prosper could continue seeing usage after a 17-point outing.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 16, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward
Anthony Edwards (knee) won't play on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns. He will sit out the game with a sore right knee. It's an issue that has troubled Edwards for some time. So far, he has played through the injury, but his recent performances have been very inconsistent. Due to Edwards' absence,
Ayo Dosunmu and
Bones Hyland will move up the depth chart, with one of them likely starting. There will also be additional offensive duties for
Julius Randle,
Donte DiVincenzo, and
Jaden McDaniels.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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