January 25, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) will miss Sunday's game against Toronto, while guard/forward
Alex Caruso (adductor) also remains sidelined. Mitchell's second straight absence and Caruso's continued inactivity thin Oklahoma City's perimeter rotation and push minutes to secondary options.
Cason Wallace has offered the safest fantasy floor, posting 10 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes in his last start.
Luguentz Dort continues to log heavy minutes but brings volatile scoring, while
Isaiah Joe profiles as a streaky deep-league streamer tied to shooting efficiency.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder center
Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will remain sidelined Sunday against Toronto, extending his absence to 15 straight games with no firm return date. His continued absence keeps the Thunder thin up front and creates situational fantasy openings.
Kenrich Williams has flashed usefulness when his minutes climb, posting 12 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 28 minutes last time out, but his production has come in a limited sample and remains volatile.
Jaylin Williams continues to fill a rotation role, offering rebounds, passing, and the occasional block with modest scoring. Both remain fringe fantasy options, offering value only in favorable matchups or expanded roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (ankle) will not play Sunday against Miami after exiting Friday's loss on crutches, and the situation carries multi-game risk. His absence funnels fantasy value to the backcourt.
Grayson Allen has been steady, averaging 19.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.0 assists over his last five games with strong three-point volume.
Collin Gillespie has also delivered, posting 15.8 points and 5.0 assists in that span while logging starter minutes.
Jordan Goodwin remains a deeper-league option, but his production has swung night to night. Booker should be treated as doubtful for Tuesday.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Utah Jazz center
Jusuf Nurkic (illness) will play on Saturday against Miami. He popped up on the injury report because of an illness, carrying a questionable tag. Nurkic has amassed two-straight triple-doubles, most recently finishing with 17 points, 14 assists, and 11 boards in Thursday's loss to the San Antonio Spurs. While it's hard to imagine he'll maintain that same level of production, he has an excellent chance to continue exceeding his usual fantasy expectations in a projected high-scoring contest. With Nurkic on the floor, it should mean less work for
Kyle Filipowski.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard
Nolan Traore (illness) won't play on Sunday against the Clippers. The rookie had a career-high 21 points in Friday's double-overtime loss to the Boston Celtics. With
Cam Thomas (ankle) ruled out, Traore would have been in line for more action, especially since he had double-digit scoring performances in three of his last four appearances. While that may still be the case once he's healthy to return,
Ziaire Williams and
Tyrese Martin are now the favorites to receive additional scoring opportunities versus Los Angeles.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward
Aaron Gordon (hamstring) won't play on Sunday against Memphis. The 30-year-old played on Friday versus the Bucks, the second of a back-to-back. Unfortunately, he exited that contest because of a right hamstring strain, an injury that kept him off the floor for six weeks earlier in the season. There hasn't been much information released since Gordon suffered the injury. However, fantasy managers should expect to see his absence extend beyond Sunday's game. The Nuggets are banged up, with
Nikola Jokic (knee),
Cameron Johnson (knee), and
Christian Braun (ankle) also on the shelf. As a result, guys like
Tim Hardaway Jr.,
Zeke Nnaji, and
Jalen Pickett could all see more scoring opportunities behind
Peyton Watson (ankle) and
Jamal Murray (hamstring) for at least the next week or two.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard
Cam Thomas (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Clippers. The 24-year-old has already missed plenty of time this season. He's also struggled statistically, averaging 16.2 points, his lowest since his sophomore campaign. Thomas tweaked his ankle during Friday's double-overtime loss to the Boston Celtics, so it's unknown how long he'll be out of commission. However, with the trade deadline on the horizon, fantasy managers are left wondering if he's already played his final game as a Net. At any rate, while Thomas is sidelined,
Ziaire Williams and
Tyrese Martin may see more action. That could also apply to
Nolan Traore (illness), who had a career-high 21 points on Friday, once he shakes off an illness.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Brian Lewis
January 24, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (knee) will play on Saturday against Cleveland. His return will mark the end of an eight-game absence caused by a right MCL contusion. The 2021 No. 5 overall pick is expected to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, although he'll likely be limited for at least a few contests. With
Franz Wagner (ankle) ruled out,
Anthony Black will presumably remain with the first-five, with the 22-year-old averaging 18.1 points, 4.8 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 38.6% shooting from behind the arc in 23 starts throughout the campaign.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic
January 24, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward
Paul George (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against the Knicks as he continues left knee injury management. George has played through the issue recently, averaging 14.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.8 steals in 31.7 minutes over his last five appearances. His availability slightly redistributes usage, trimming opportunities for
Kelly Oubre Jr. and dialing back secondary touches for
VJ Edgecombe and
Quentin Grimes. George remains a hold in standard leagues, with moderate production tied to health and workload alongside
Joel Embiid and
Tyrese Maxey.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Ja Morant (elbow) will be reevaluated in roughly three weeks after suffering a left elbow UCL sprain, effectively sidelining him until after the All-Star break. The extended absence shifts short-term fantasy value to the backcourt replacements.
Cam Spencer has been the most reliable option, averaging 12.2 points, 8.4 assists, and 3.6 rebounds in 24.7 minutes over his last five games while handling primary creation duties.
Vince Williams Jr. remains a secondary play, while
Ty Jerome (calf) profiles as a speculative add once healthy.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grizzlies PR
January 24, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (ankle) is probable for Saturday's matchup against the Knicks after sitting earlier this week for ankle management. He returned Thursday and delivered 32 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one block, and one steal in 46 minutes, signaling full workload capability. Over his last five appearances, Embiid is averaging 28.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.8 assists while shooting 51.7 percent in 34.5 minutes. If active, he remains a top-tier anchor across formats, though managers should note occasional rest risk tied to schedule density.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Lakers as he manages a right ankle sprain, which matters for a Dallas frontcourt thinned further with
Anthony Davis (finger) still sidelined. When available, Gafford has handled interior responsibilities and averaged 6.2 points and 9.0 rebounds in 21.9 minutes over his last five appearances. That role keeps him relevant for rebounds and blocks if his minutes hold.
Dwight Powell's fantasy appeal takes a hit, while Gafford carries moderate upside tied to health and workload.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (knee) is probable to return Saturday against Cleveland after missing eight games with a right knee MCL contusion. A minutes cap or bench role remains possible, but his presence reshapes Orlando's backcourt. Suggs averaged 17.0 points, 4.4 assists, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 27.5 minutes over his last five appearances.
Anthony Black has thrived during Suggs' absence, though his role bears monitoring as the rotation tightens. Suggs remains a hold with upside if his workload ramps quickly.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Washington Wizards forward
Khris Middleton (foot) will miss Saturday's game against Charlotte as he continues to recover from a left foot injury, with Tuesday against Portland next on the schedule. His absence reshapes Washington's wing rotation and opens short-term fantasy opportunities.
Justin Champagnie is the best bet to benefit after logging a start recently and averaging 9.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 1.4 steals over his last five games in 24.8 minutes.
Will Riley could see added run, though his production has been inconsistent of late.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Bilal Coulibaly (back) will miss Saturday's game against Charlotte, extending his absence to five straight contests after being ruled out a day in advance. His continued unavailability keeps Washington's wing rotation unsettled for fantasy managers.
Justin Champagnie has been the most usable option, averaging 8.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.7 steals over his last three games while logging consistent minutes.
Will Riley and
Jamir Watkins can chip in on certain nights, but the lack of a stable role makes them hard to trust.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
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