November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons forward
Ausar Thompson (ankle) has been sidelined for four straight games with an ankle sprain, but he seems to be nearing a return after moving well in Monday's shootaround before being ruled out along with
Cade Cunningham (hip). Both starters are questionable for Tuesday night in Atlanta as the Pistons look to extend their winning streak to 11 games. If Thompson is ruled out again, Ron Holland II and
Javonte Green will continue to get extra minutes and usage at forward and be excellent streaming and DFS options.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons point guard
Cade Cunningham (hip) has missed the last three games for his team, which has stayed hot in his absence, extending their winning streak to 10 games by beating the Pacers on Monday. Cunningham could return for the second game of the back-to-back, and if he does, he'll probably resume his heavy workload. In his 11 games this season, Cunningham is averaging 27.5 points, 9.9 assists, 5.4 rebounds, and 37 minutes per game. He hasn't played since his monster 46-point triple-double last Monday against the Wizards. If Cunningham is out again,
Daniss Jenkins will be set up for another big workload after averaging 21.8 points, 7.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 2.5 triples, and 2.0 steals per contest in his four games in the starting lineup.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
San Antonio Spurs guard
Stephon Castle (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. He missed the second half of Sunday's win over the Sacramento Kings due to left hip flexor soreness and will now sit out at least one complete game because of the issue. With Castle out of the rotation,
Keldon Johnson and
Julian Champagnie can pick up extra playing time off the bench. Additionally, his absence creates more scoring opportunities for other players. Castle has joined
Victor Wembanyama (calf) on the shelf, meaning the Spurs attack will look very different on Tuesday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers guard
Jrue Holiday (calf) will likely sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns, as the team has given him a doubtful tag on the injury report. The veteran guard missed his first game of the season on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks, landing on the sidelines with a sore right calf.
Jerami Grant started in his absence and delivered one of his best performances of the season, scoring 26 points. Meanwhile,
Caleb Love and
Sidy Cissoko shared most of the backup guard minutes, but their impact was minimal.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (sciatica) has been upgraded to questionable on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's tilt against the Utah Jazz. He logged a full practice with the team on Monday and could be ready to make his season debut in Tuesday's game. James has recently also logged additional practice sessions with the Lakers' G League team, so he should be in good shape after dealing with sciatica on his right side. However, it would be surprising if the team didn't monitor his minutes when he returns. If James can't make it back on Tuesday night, he will have a lot more time to prep for his 2025-26 debut, as the Lakers would then be off until Sunday, when they have a rematch with the Jazz.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo won't finish Monday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a left groin strain, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports. The former MVP left the game in the second quarter after racking up 14 points, five rebounds, and four assists in 13 minutes.
Jericho Sims joined Milwaukee's starting unit for the second half. Antetokounmpo's exit from the lineup also creates more playing opportunities for
Bobby Portis. Muscle strains typically take several weeks to heal, so the Bucks may be without Antetokounmpo for a significant period. However, we won't know for certain until he undergoes evaluation.
--Taavi PailkSource: Eric Nehm
November 17, 2025
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Julian Strawther (back) won't play in Monday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. The team has downgraded Strawther from questionable to out. He won't be a big miss for Denver, as Strawther has been limited to 7.9 minutes per game across seven contests. The rest of the Nuggets' reserve should share Strawther's minutes on Monday night. The 23-year-old will have his first opportunity to return to the lineup on Wednesday in a matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Denver Nuggets forward
Cameron Johnson (biceps) will play on Monday night against the Chicago Bulls. The 29-year-old sustained a right biceps strain last week and sat out Saturday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Initially, he was in danger of missing a second straight game after the team listed him as questionable for Monday's matchup. With Johnson sidelined against Minnesota,
Tim Hardaway Jr. had a sparkling performance with 22 points as a starter. On Monday, Hardaway Jr. will head back to the bench. Johnson's time in Denver has been a nightmare so far, as he has averaged only 7.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 24.5 minutes. Hardaway Jr. has been significantly more productive than him and will remain a better fantasy option even as a reserve.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Denver Nuggets center
Nikola Jokic (wrist) will officially be active against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. The Serbian superstar is dealing with a left wrist sprain, but the team has upgraded his status from probable to available. Jokic is once again having an MVP-caliber season, averaging 28.7 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 10.9 assists. On Monday, Jokic faces a 20th-ranked defense, and it's a significant pace-up spot for the Nuggets. As a result, the three-time MVP could end up with a particularly silly stat line.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (hip) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He is nursing a left hip contusion after taking a hard fall on a dunk attempt in Sunday's win over the Phoenix Suns. Risacher has contributed 12.9 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 24.8 minutes as a regular starter for the Hawks this season.
Vit Krejci and
Luke Kennard will likely share Risacher's minutes on Tuesday night if he can't play. With
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) and
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) also questionable for the game, there might be a massive chunk of extra minutes available for Atlanta's usual reserves.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward/center
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the Detroit Pistons. He may have to exit the lineup for the first time this season due to a right knee contusion. In the past two games, Okongwu has produced big performances as
Kristaps Porzingis' (knee) replacement in the starting lineup. Porzingis is also on the injury report with a questionable tag for Tuesday's game. If neither player is healthy enough to play,
Mouhamed Gueye would get a massive workload against the Pistons.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward/center
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) remains on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Detroit Pistons, with the team listing him as questionable for the game. Porzingis has missed a pair of contests with a sore right knee, allowing
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) to enjoy life as a starter. However, Okongwu is also listed as questionable for Tuesday, meaning the frontcourt might have to lean heavily on
Mouhamed Gueye against Detroit. Previously, Gueye has shown potential, averaging 16.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.5 blocks across a couple of starts this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (groin) is on the injury report as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. After recovering from offseason knee surgery, Suggs has recently dealt with right groin soreness, and the issue might keep him sidelined for a second consecutive game. With Suggs out of commission,
Anthony Black made his third start of the season in Sunday's overtime loss to the Houston Rockets. The 21-year-old has boosted his productivity to 15.3 points and 2.7 assists in a starting role. Golden State allows the seventh-most points and eighth-most assists to point guards this season, giving Black a good opportunity to impress if he keeps hold of a larger role on Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Orlando Magic forward
Paolo Banchero (groin) will remain sidelined for a third consecutive game on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. The 2024 All-Star continues to nurse a left groin strain, with his next chance to return coming on Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers. In Banchero's absence,
Tristan da Silva is poised to remain in the first unit on Tuesday night. He has played well as a starter, averaging 17.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in the previous two games. Tuesday's game marks a pace-up spot for the Magic, making it a good fantasy matchup for da Silva.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Chicago Bulls guard/forward
Ayo Dosunmu (hamstring) will be in the lineup on Monday against the Denver Nuggets but will be on a minutes restriction, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports. After he played 26 minutes in Sunday's double-overtime loss, Dosunmu was listed as probable on the initial injury report. While it's great news that Dosunmu can play despite dealing with hamstring tightness, his minutes restriction means fantasy managers won't get full value from him. For the season, Dosunmu has averaged 25.4 minutes per game, recording 15.2 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: K.C. Johnson
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