November 18, 2025
Sacramento Kings forward
Keegan Murray (thumb) is expected to make his season debut Thursday, per Jason Anderson. The third-year forward averaged 12.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists last season while shooting 44.4 percent from the field. His return brings needed stability to the frontcourt but also forces fantasy managers to monitor Sacramento's rotations closely, as coach Doug Christie has been shuffling lineups early in the year. Reduced minutes and touches are likely for
Russell Westbrook,
Dennis Schroder,
Keon Ellis,
Precious Achiuwa, and rookie
Nique Clifford once Murray is fully reintegrated. Murray belongs in all lineups, with his scoring, rebounding, and defensive contributions projected to ramp up quickly. Fringe Kings options may lose streaming value as the rotation tightens.
--Brian DailisanSource: Jason Anderson
November 18, 2025
Washington Wizards center
Alexandre Sarr (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to left big toe soreness. The second-year big has been outstanding, averaging 18.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists over his last five contests. He is shooting 51.9 percent from the field and 40.6 percent from deep during that stretch. If he is unable to go, Washington will need to piece together frontcourt minutes, with
Marvin Bagley III and
Tristan Vukcevic likely absorbing most of the workload. Bagley is the preferred streamer for rebounds and points, while Vukcevic fits as a deeper-league option for threes and blocks.
Kyshawn George and
Bilal Coulibaly may also see small usage bumps.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons forward
Ausar Thompson (ankle) will play on Tuesday against Atlanta. The 22-year-old has averaged 13.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.8 steals this season, so it was unfortunate when an ankle injury kept him off the floor for Detroit's last four games. Even with the chance of fewer minutes than usual, Thompson should find a spot in most fantasy lineups. His return should mean less work for
Ron Holland II.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons guard
Cade Cunningham (hip) will suit up on Tuesday versus the Hawks. The 24-year-old has played exceptionally well during the 2025 campaign, averaging a career-high 27.5 points with 5.4 rebounds, 9.9 assists, and 1.4 steals. That trend should continue against Atlanta, especially if he doesn't have a minutes cap. With Cunningham back on the floor,
Daniss Jenkins will presumably head back to the bench after an impressive stretch as a starter.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Houston Rockets forward/center
Jabari Smith Jr. (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to right knee tendinopathy. The fourth-year forward is averaging 14.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.6 assists on 45.7 percent shooting, and he logged 43 minutes in his last outing. With
Tari Eason (oblique) already out, his absence would push Houston further into its depth.
Josh Okogie is positioned to pick up extra wing minutes, while
Steven Adams and
Clint Capela offer short-term streaming appeal for rebounds and defensive stats if Houston shifts bigger.
Jeff Green may also see a small bump as a deeper-league option.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Sacramento Kings center
Domantas Sabonis (knee) will sit out the first leg of a back-to-back on Wednesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After playing through a ribcage contusion lately, Sabonis has been listed on the injury report with left knee soreness.
Drew Eubanks looks set to fill in for Sabonis in the first unit and will have some fantasy appeal. Meanwhile,
Precious Achiuwa also figures to be more involved in the rotation without Sabonis. However, it's going to be a tricky contest for Sacramento's backup bigs, as the Thunder give up the second-fewest fantasy points to opposing centers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers forward
Paul George (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's encounter with the Toronto Raptors. The injury-prone star made his season debut on Monday against the Los Angeles Clippers, but he will be held out of action on Wednesday night as the team begins a back-to-back. George finished his season debut against the Clippers with nine points, seven rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in 21 minutes. With
Joel Embiid (knee) likely also unavailable on Wednesday,
Tyrese Maxey,
VJ Edgecombe, and
Quentin Grimes will do most of the work on the offensive end.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
According to Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network, Atlanta Hawks forward/center
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) is set to suit up for Tuesday's contest against the Detroit Pistons. With big man
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) sidelined, Okongwu provides the Hawks' frontcourt an excellent option, as he's posted averages of 15.7 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.9 steals in 29.4 minutes per contest through 14 games so far this season. Fantasy managers should expect plenty of production from Okongwu with extra minutes on the floor this evening.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Brad Rowland
November 18, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) has been listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. This is a sign that the former MVP is expected to miss a fifth consecutive game. Philadelphia has also lost
Adem Bona (ankle) from the center rotation, leaving
Andre Drummond to shoulder a heavy load. The former All-Star has had a good four-game stretch, averaging 14.3 points and 13.5 rebounds in 35.4 minutes. The Raptors are a mediocre rebounding team, giving Drummond a chance to feast on Wednesday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (groin) will play in Tuesday's contest against the Golden State Warriors. A sore groin kept Suggs sidelined on Sunday against the Houston Rockets, but his absence will be limited to one game.
Anthony Black started against Houston and will head back to the second unit for Tuesday's game. As a reserve, Black does not have much fantasy appeal. Suggs is averaging 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.6 steals this season. On Tuesday, he faces a team that allows the seventh-most fantasy points in the league to point guards.
--Taavi PailkSource: Orlando Magic
November 18, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (hip) will miss Tuesday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons after taking a hard fall during a dunk attempt against Phoenix. The second-year wing has been productive in his role, averaging 12.9 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. He's hitting 47.7 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from deep. His absence opens rotation room for
Vit Krejci,
Luke Kennard, and
Mouhamed Gueye. Krejci carries the most stable floor through ball movement and defense, Kennard fits as a deep-league three-point streamer, and Gueye becomes a deeper-league watch for rebounds and energy stats if his minutes climb.
--Brian DailisanSource: Brad Rowland
November 18, 2025
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (knee) won't play on Tuesday against the Detroit Pistons. He's dealing with right knee soreness, so he'll miss a third-straight game. Luckily,
Onyeka Okongwu (knee) is available and will likely remain in the middle to begin the contest. Okongwu has played extremely well in his five appearances in the starting lineup, averaging 19.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.2 blocks, and 1.8 steals. Porzingis' next chance to return will be on Thursday versus a San Antonio Spurs team that will be without
Victor Wembanyama (calf) and
Stephon Castle (hip).
--Dennis ClausenSource: Brad Rowland
November 18, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard/forward
Buddy Hield (illness) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Orlando Magic. Hield entered the day listed as probable due to an illness, but the 32-year-old will suit up despite feeling under the weather. He's appeared in every game this season, averaging 6.9 points, 1.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 0.9 steals across 16.8 minutes per contest in 15 outings. Given that he's playing sick, Hield will likely see limited minutes, making him a low-impact fantasy option for tonight's slate.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) will miss one to two weeks with a low-grade left groin strain, per Shams Charania. The former MVP has been dominant, averaging 31.2 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 6.8 assists in 31.8 minutes, so his absence opens short-term usage across Milwaukee's rotation.
Bobby Portis and
Kyle Kuzma have been inconsistent this season, but both gain an opportunity to stabilize their value with extra touches. The biggest fantasy winner is
Ryan Rollins, who has been productive and should see a meaningful bump in playmaking and scoring responsibilities.
--Brian DailisanSource: Shams Charania
November 18, 2025
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, San Antonio Spurs guard
Stephon Castle (hip) sustained a left hip flexor strain and will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks. He missed the second half of Sunday's win over the Sacramento Kings due to the injury. Through 13 outings this season, the 21-year-old is averaging 17.3 points, 7.5 assists, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.7 steals while shooting 49.7 percent from the field during 32.0 minutes per game. With Castle now sidelined,
Keldon Johnson and
Julian Champagnie will likely be assigned extra minutes off the bench. Castle joins
Victor Wembanyama (calf), who is already on the shelf for an extended period.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
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