April 2, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward
Gui Santos (pelvic) will play on Thursday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Brazilian forward sat out the first leg of a back-to-back on Wednesday versus San Antonio and was initially listed as questionable for Thursday's game. Santos has taken a big leap this season and has been especially impressive since the All-Star break. Over his last 20 outings, Santos has averaged 16.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.3 steals. Santos will lead the Warriors' offense on Thursday alongside
Kristaps Porzingis and
Brandin Podziemski.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Golden State Warriors guard
De'Anthony Melton (thumb) will play Thursday against the Cavaliers after missing one game due to a sprained thumb. He should return to his usual workload and offer streaming value for managers targeting defensive stats. Melton is averaging 9.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.0 steals over his last five appearances. He also recorded three assists and two steals in 25 minutes in his last start. With
Stephen Curry (knee) still out, Melton could continue seeing steady backcourt minutes alongside
Brandin Podziemski and
Gary Payton II.
--Brian DailisanSource: Brett Siegel
April 2, 2026
Detroit Pistons forward
Tobias Harris (knee) won't finish Thursday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports. Harris hurt his left knee in a collision with Timberwolves center
Rudy Gobert, exiting the action in the first quarter. He was initially considered questionable to return before the team ruled him out.
Javonte Green started the second half instead of Harris and could have a more prominent role going forward if the veteran has to miss some time.
--Taavi PailkSource: Omari Sankofa II
April 2, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Marvin Bagley III (shoulder) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Magic and could miss a third straight contest. His likely absence should keep
Daniel Gafford locked into steady frontcourt minutes, while
Dwight Powell may continue to serve as the primary backup after posting three points, three rebounds, and one steal in 15 minutes last game. Bagley posted 26 points, nine rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in his last game, but the injury makes him tough to rely on. Gafford remains the safer fantasy option for rebounds and blocks.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Alex Caruso (illness) is out for Thursday's game against the Lakers, ending his streak of appearances since early March. His absence should open modest minutes for
Cason Wallace, who finished with nine points, one three-pointer, and one assist in 27 minutes as a starter last game.
Ajay Mitchell also logged 14 points, two rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block in 36 minutes and could remain a deep-league streaming option.
Jared McCain may also see extra run off the bench, though Caruso's absence has limited standard-league impact.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
P.J. Washington (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Magic and appears on track to miss a third straight contest. His expected absence should keep
Khris Middleton in a steady role after he logged eight points, one three-pointer, five rebounds, and two assists in 22 minutes as a fill-in starter last game.
Naji Marshall, recently cleared from the injury report, could also see expanded opportunities after posting 19 points, three rebounds, three assists, and five steals in his last appearance. Marshall could be worth streaming, while Middleton offers deeper-league value.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
T.J. McConnell (hamstring) is out for Friday's game against the Hornets, leaving Indiana thin in the backcourt again.
Quenton Jackson drew a start last game and finished with eight points, three rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 17 minutes, while
Ethan Thompson broke out for 24 points with five three-pointers, two rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block in 31 minutes. Thompson looks like a speculative deep-league add, though his role remains uncertain.
Kam Jones could remain a streaming option after handing out seven assists in 25 minutes.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard/forward
Aaron Nesmith (neck) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets, marking his third straight absence. His continued absence should keep
Kobe Brown in a meaningful role after Brown produced 17 points, one three-pointer, eight rebounds, and six assists in 28 minutes as a spot starter last game. Brown shapes up as a viable deep-league streamer while Indiana remains shorthanded, with
Jarace Walker (back) and
Andrew Nembhard (back) also sidelined.
Pascal Siakam (knee), if active, should continue to carry more of the offense.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks center
Myles Turner (ankle) is off the injury report and expected to play Friday against the Celtics after missing one game. Turner has been limited lately, averaging 8.4 points, 2.0 three-pointers, 4.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 1.8 blocks in 23.0 minutes across his last five games, making him more of a category specialist than a must-start option. His return likely pushes
Pete Nance back to a reserve role after Nance produced 23 points with five three-pointers in 40 minutes as a spot starter. Turner remains a viable option for managers needing blocks, while Nance could retain deep-league appeal.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) is off the injury report and expected to return Friday against the Celtics after a one-game absence. His return likely cuts into
Ousmane Dieng's short-term upside after the young forward erupted for 36 points, one 3-pointer, seven rebounds, and 10 assists in 45 minutes as a fill-in starter. Kuzma posted 20 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block in his most recent start and should reclaim a steady role. Dieng may still warrant deep-league attention, though Kuzma's role looks secure with
Bobby Portis (wrist) out.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (illness) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Timberwolves and appears headed for another absence. Second-year big man
Adem Bona started the last game and finished with 13 points, four rebounds, one assist, two steals, and one block in 21 minutes, making him a deep-league streaming candidate if he draws another start.
Andre Drummond added six points, nine rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 24 reserve minutes and offers rebound upside.
Tyrese Maxey and
Paul George could also see slight usage increases. If he's able to suit up, Embiid stays locked into lineups.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (back) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Nembhard will miss his second straight game due to back soreness. The Pacers aren't playing for anything besides lottery odds right now, so they have little incentive to play anyone at less than 100 percent. It's unclear when Nembhard will return, but his next chance to play will come on Sunday.
Quenton Jackson should see an increased role on Friday, but he hasn't done enough lately to warrant streaming in most fantasy formats.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks, and his status could again affect the Bulls' backcourt rotation. Giddey missed Wednesday's contest, opening the door for
Collin Sexton to post 18 points with one three-pointer, three rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block across 26 minutes. Sexton is averaging 20.4 points and 2.6 triples over his last five games and shapes up as a viable streamer if Giddey or
Tre Jones (ankle) sits.
Rob Dillingham could also see an expanded role. If cleared to play, Giddey remains a firm hold in all formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Indiana Pacers forward
Pascal Siakam (knee) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Siakam is expected to be active once again after playing during Wednesday's game. He finished with 25 points, four rebounds, and five assists across 22 minutes during Wednesday's victory. Given the injuries to this roster, Siakam should continue to be a focal point in the offense. When active, Siakam is a must-start in all fantasy formats. He should be ready to go on Friday, but fantasy managers should check back ahead of tip-off in case something changes.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
April 2, 2026
Toronto Raptors guard
Immanuel Quickley (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Unsurprisingly, Quickley will miss his seventh game in a row due to a lingering foot injury. He's dealing with plantar fasciitis, which really only gets better with rest.
Ja'Kobe Walter should continue starting until Quickley is ready to return. Walter finished with eight points, four rebounds, and three steals across 32 minutes on Wednesday.
Jamal Shead is also seeing a larger role in the rotation and has been dishing out the assists lately. Over the last six games, Shead has seven or more assists in five of those contests.
--Andy WebbSource: NBA Injury Report
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