Jalen Green is Ruled Out for Sunday's Game
Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (hamstring) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Miami Heat. Green made an early exit from Friday's game after appearing to aggravate his right hamstring. The Suns have decided to take the cautious approach and hold Green out for Sunday's contest. They will be shorthanded with Devin Booker (ankle) also heading to the sideline here. Their absence should mean, Grayson Allen and Collin Gillespie are likely going to play heavy minutes during this game. Both players are looking like strong streaming options for Sunday's slate. Fantasy managers will need to check back for another update on Green's timetable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Aaron Wiggins to Suit up on Sunday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (groin) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Wiggins is back in the mix after missing each of the last two games due to a lingering groin issue. He figures to have a full workload, given Wiggins only missed two games. This month, Wiggins is averaging 10.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 25.1 minutes per game. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe would likely see reduced roles with Wiggins back in the mix. Given the injuries to this roster, Wiggins does have decent streaming appeal with the Thunder banged up.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jose Alvarado is Making his Return on Sunday
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (oblique) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. This marks the first time that Alvarado has suited up since January 6. He's likely going to have his minutes monitored, given Alvarado has missed nine straight games. His return to the court will likely reduce playing time for Jordan Poole and Jeremiah Fears. Alvarado offers some low-end streaming appeal, but isn't an ideal option given he'll likely be limited on Sunday. He's someone worth keeping an eye on once he gets back to full speed.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Trey Murphy III is Available for Sunday's Game
New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (hand) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Murphy was tagged as probable earlier in the day due to right-hand soreness. It doesn't appear to be serious enough to keep Murphy on the sideline. Fantasy managers should expect Murphy to have his full workload on Sunday. This season, Murphy is averaging 22.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 35.7 minutes per game. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Murphy is in there ahead of tip-off.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ja'Kobe Walter is Returning on Sunday
Toronto Raptors guard Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Walter is back in the mix after missing the last seven games due to a hip injury. It's unclear if Walter will have a minutes limit during his first game back in the rotation. Walter hasn't been a consistent contributor this season anyway, so he's better off left on waivers. His role will likely be minimal, especially with Immanuel Quickley (ankle) cleared to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Immanuel Quickley is Cleared for Sunday's Game
Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (ankle) has been upgraded to available ahead of Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He entered this game as questionable due to right ankle soreness. Quickley is feeling good enough to play and should have his normal role in the starting five. This season, Quickley is averaging 17.0 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.3 rebounds in 32.6 minutes per game. Fantasy managers should double-check their lineups and make sure Quickley is in there ahead of tip-off.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell is Upgraded to Probable on Sunday
Miami Heat guard Norman Powell (back) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Powell has played through back tightness during the last two games. It seems likely that Powell is going to play through the issue once again on Sunday. He finished with 13 points, six assists, and four rebounds in 25 minutes of action during Saturday's game. He's basically a must-start option when healthy. Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio would be asked to take on larger roles if Powell is unable to play. Between the two, Jaquez is the better streaming option for Sunday's slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Davion Mitchell is Downgraded to Out
Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) has been downgraded from doubtful to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. This marks the third game in a row that Mitchell has been forced to miss due to a left shoulder injury. Kasparas Jakucionis (face) has started the last two games, but remains questionable for this game with a facial contusion. Dru Smith would likely be asked to take on a significant role if both players are unable to go. Smith finished with six points, five assists, and 10 rebounds during Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. He's worth a look as a streaming option with the Heat shorthanded at the guard spot right now.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Kuminga is Dealing with Bone Bruise
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (knee) has been diagnosed with a bone bruise in his left knee. Kuminga was forced to make an early exit during Thursday's game. An MRI revealed a bone bruise, so Kuminga is expected to miss more time. His timetable is unknown at the moment, but the Warriors should offer more details in the coming days. The Warriors are likely going to use a committee approach to fill the void in the rotation. Gui Santos, Buddy Hield, and Gary Payton II should all see increased playing time going forward. Hield offers the highest streaming upside at the moment, so fantasy managers should check their waivers to see if he's available.
Source: Golden State Warriors
Source: Golden State Warriors
Norman Powell Holds Questionable Tag for Sunday
Miami Heat guard Norman Powell (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Powell has played through a back issue during each of the last two games. The expectation is that he'll continue to play through the issue, but fantasy managers will need to check back closer to tip-off. If he gets downgraded, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio would likely both see increased roles in the rotation. Jaquez is the more reliable streaming option between the two players, but fantasy managers will need to check back for another update.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Davion Mitchell Tagged as Doubtful for Sunday
Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Mitchell has missed each of the last two games due to a left shoulder injury. He's trending in the right direction on Sunday, so fantasy managers should prepare to be without him. Kasparas Jakucionis (face) has started in each of the last two games, but is tagged as questionable for this game. The absence of both players would likely mean an increased role for Dru Smith in the rotation. Smith finished with six points, five assists, and 10 rebounds in 26 minutes of action during Saturday's game. He's worth a look as a streaming option with the Heat banged up at the guard spot right now.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Noah Clowney is Downgraded to Out
Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (back) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Clowney will take a seat here after playing 43 minutes during Friday's game. He appears to have picked up a back injury during that game, so he'll take a seat here. Jalen Wilson, Ziaire Williams, and Danny Wolf should see increased roles with Clowney sidelined. Among the trio, Williams has the most streaming appeal for Sunday's slate. He finished with 14 points and eight rebounds across 33 minutes on Friday. Fantasy managers in need of help on Sunday should consider adding Williams.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert Won't Suit up on Sunday
Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. LeVert will miss his third straight game after being listed as doubtful on the injury report. His next chance to play will be Tuesday versus the Denver Nuggets. The absence of LeVert should mean increased roles for Jaden Ivey and Marcus Sasser. Neither guard has great upside right now, but Ivey is the better streaming option between the two with LeVert out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham is Available on Sunday
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (wrist) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. As expected, Cunningham will suit up for this game after being listed as probable on the injury report. He'll operate in his normal spot in the starting five. He sat out of Wednesday's game, but appears to be over the wrist injury now. Daniss Jenkins will see his value take a hit with Cunningham back in the mix. Fantasy managers should get Cunningham active in their lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Zach LaVine Iffy for Sunday Against Detroit
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (back) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Detroit after being a late addition to the injury report with lower-back soreness. His status is a key swing factor for Sacramento's rotation. If LaVine sits, Malik Monk would be in line for a sizable usage bump after averaging 18.5 points, 3.5 assists, and 2.0 rebounds over his last four games while shooting 54.0 percent from the field. Dennis Schroder would also see expanded minutes, but remains a volatile, matchup-driven option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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