February 26, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (back) has a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Indiana will likely be without
Pascal Siakam (wrist) on Thursday night, and Nembhard might join him on the sidelines due to a lower back injury. Despite the issue, Nembhard had 23 points and three assists in 28 minutes during Tuesday's loss to Philadelphia. He may be able to shake off the questionable tag again. If not,
T.J. McConnell,
Quenton Jackson, and
Kam Jones will be expected to pick up the slack.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Deni Avdija (back) won't play against the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. Due to a nagging lower back issue, Avdija is forced to sit out a second consecutive game. Avdija has joined
Shaedon Sharpe (leg) on the shelf, leaving Portland without its two top offensive options. This elevates the offensive usage of
Jerami Grant,
Jrue Holiday, and Scott Henderson. The trio took 46 of Portland's 89 shot attempts in Tuesday's loss to Minnesota.
Kris Murray stepped into the starting lineup in Avdija's absence, contributing 16 points, five rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 29 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is questionable to face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. The veteran star is dealing with soreness in his left ankle. However, despite being banged up, Leonard has made 14 consecutive appearances. After shaking off the questionable tag, Leonard logged 33 minutes in Sunday's loss to Orlando, finishing with 37 points, eight rebounds, three steals, and two blocks. If Leonard sits on Thursday,
Bennedict Mathurin would become the Clippers' top offensive option, while there could be additional playing time available for
Kobe Sanders and
Jordan Miller.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 25, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
Keegan Murray (ankle) won't return to Wednesday's game against Houston. The 25-year-old recently returned after missing over a month because of a sprained left ankle. Unfortunately, he re-injured the same ankle late in the first quarter on Wednesday night. Murray would go on to finish with three points in nine minutes of action. The Kings play again on Thursday in Dallas, although fantasy managers shouldn't expect to see him out there for that one. If that's the case,
Nique Clifford, averaging 9.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in 10 starts this season, would be considered the favorite to enter the starting lineup.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Michael Scotto
February 25, 2026
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Boston Celtics forward
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) has been a "full go" in five-on-five scrimmages of late. The multi-time All-Star suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals versus the New York Knicks. As expected, he underwent surgery, with many assuming he would miss the entire 2025-26 campaign. Miraculously, only nine months removed from the injury, it appears Tatum could suit up at some point before the end of the regular season. There are some hurdles the former Duke Blue Devil will need to clear. He'll also be limited from a minutes standpoint until the end of the postseason. However, fantasy managers can keep Tatum stashed, considering he might be ready to go soon. If that happens, he'll still have value for fantasy participants even with a limited workload.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
February 25, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward/center
Pascal Siakam (left wrist sprain) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's matchup against the Hornets, positioning him to miss a second straight game. The veteran remains day-to-day, but Indiana has leaned on its depth in his absence.
Jarace Walker started Tuesday and logged eight points, ten rebounds, and six assists in 32 minutes, offering strong category coverage.
Micah Potter erupted for a career-high 23 points with three three-pointers in 23 minutes off the bench and is a viable scoring streamer.
Ben Sheppard should continue starting if Siakam sits.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 25, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Heat. The 31-year-old recently returned from a five-game absence and logged 27 points, six rebounds, and five assists in 26 minutes against Indiana. When active, Embiid remains an elite fantasy anchor, averaging 33.8 minutes, 31.8 points, 2.0 three-pointers, 7.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.2 blocks over his last five games.
Tyrese Maxey shifts back into his usual co-star role, and
Andre Drummond becomes difficult to trust if Embiid logs normal minutes.
--Brian DailisanSource: Adam Aaronson
February 25, 2026
Atlanta Hawks forward
Jalen Johnson (hip) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Wizards after tweaking his hip in Tuesday's win. If the 24-year-old sits,
Jonathan Kuminga would be positioned for a significant role, with a possible move into the starting lineup. In his Hawks debut, Kuminga erupted for 27 points, seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, and three three-pointers in 25 minutes. The matchup aided the stat line, but the opportunity is real with Johnson limited.
Zaccharie Risacher (hip) could also see added run if active, while
Onyeka Okongwu may absorb more frontcourt usage.
--Brian DailisanSource: Lauren L. Williams
February 25, 2026
Sacramento Kings guard
Devin Carter (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Rockets after missing one contest. The 23-year-old has carved out a steady rotation role recently, averaging 22.9 minutes across his last eight appearances. In his previous full outing, he posted 11 points, five rebounds, four assists, and three steals in 29 minutes against Orlando. With
Zach LaVine (finger) and
De'Andre Hunter (eye) sidelined, Carter carries streaming appeal for defensive stats and assists.
Malik Monk and
Nique Clifford should continue seeing elevated backcourt opportunities.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 25, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
James Harden (thumb) has been downgraded to out for Wednesday's game in Milwaukee after initially planning to play through the injury. The non-shooting thumb will not require surgery, but his absence, along with
Donovan Mitchell's (groin) injury, leaves significant usage available.
Jaylon Tyson logged 12 points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in 27 minutes last game and profiles as a strong short-term add.
Dennis Schroder posted five assists and two steals in 21 minutes and gained streaming appeal, while
Craig Porter Jr. could see a situational run.
--Brian DailisanSource: Spencer Davies
February 25, 2026
Houston Rockets forward
Dorian Finney-Smith (rest) will not play Wednesday against the Kings as the team manages his workload on the front end of a back-to-back. The veteran wing is expected back on Thursday in Orlando. His absence could open a few extra minutes for
Josh Okogie and
Jeff Green, though neither offers reliable fantasy appeal. Okogie logged two points with one rebound, one assist, and one steal in 13 minutes last game, while Green played two minutes without scoring.
Kevin Durant and
Tari Eason should absorb most of the wing usage.
--Brian DailisanSource: Lachard Binkley
February 25, 2026
According to Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca, Toronto Raptors guard/forward
Scottie Barnes (quadriceps) will play on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Barnes sustained a right quadriceps contusion during Tuesday's contest versus Oklahoma City but appears ready to suit up without restrictions. Before exiting late in the fourth quarter, the two-time All-Star recorded 15 points, three rebounds, seven assists, three steals and four blocks. With no reported limitations, Barnes should remain a high-upside fantasy option in all formats.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Blake Murphy
February 25, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Kyle Anderson (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Warriors after initially being listed as questionable with a knee issue. He will miss a third straight contest, keeping the frontcourt rotation thin.
Olivier-Maxence Prosper started last game and posted 17 points, three rebounds, one assist, and one block in 25 minutes.
GG Jackson II added 16 points, six rebounds, and three three-pointers in 26 minutes. Both are viable streamers if minutes hold in the mid-20s, while
Taylor Hendricks remains a deeper category option.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grizzlies PR
February 25, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Alex Caruso (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Detroit. The 31-year-old wing will sit out the second leg of the back-to-back, leaving rotation minutes available on the perimeter.
Jared McCain logged five points, four rebounds, and one steal in 10 minutes on Tuesday after producing 10 points with two three-pointers in 16 minutes against Cleveland.
Aaron Wiggins added eight points in 17 minutes last game. Both are deep-league streamers, while
Cason Wallace and
Isaiah Joe remain in elevated roles with increased shot volume.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 25, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Al Horford (toe) is set to suit up Wednesday against Memphis after sitting out Tuesday's matchup with New Orleans. The 39-year-old totaled 22 points, one rebound, seven assists, two blocks and three steals in his most recent appearance against Denver on Sunday. With
Draymond Green (back) sidelined, Horford should continue to see steady frontcourt minutes, likely in the 20-25 range for Wednesday's contest.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
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