November 4, 2025
Free agent forward/center
Precious Achiuwa has agreed to a one-year deal with the Kings after being released by the Heat just before opening night. Achiuwa played with the Knicks last year and averaged 6.6 points and 5.6 rebounds while shooting 50% on field goal attempts in 20.5 minutes per contest. He's known mostly for his defense, and he'll provide some nice veteran depth for Sacramento, which is missing
Keegan Murray at power forward. Achiuwa could step into a significant role relatively quickly, so keep an eye on his role to determine his fantasy value. To create roster space, the Kings waived forward
Isaac Jones, who could rejoin the team if he doesn't find another landing spot.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Shams Charania
November 4, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard
Darius Garland (toe) is getting set to make his season debut after offseason surgery to repair a big toe injury. He could be back as soon as Wednesday night when the Cavaliers take on the 76ers, according to the latest report from ESPN's Shams Charania. Garland's debut will have a huge impact on the Cavs' rotation, likely pushing
Jaylon Tyson to the bench and allowing
Donovan Mitchell to slide to shooting guard more often. Last year, Garland averaged 20.6 points, 6.7 assists, and 2.9 rebounds in 30.7 minutes per game during the regular season, and it looks like he'll finally be ready to reclaim his spot in Cleveland's rotation relatively soon.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Shams Charania
November 4, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward
Jimmy Butler III (back) was added to the injury report as questionable for Tuesday night's home game against Phoenix with lower back soreness. Butler has been excellent in his seven games this season with the Warriors, producing 21.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.3 steals in 33.4 minutes per game. He hasn't missed a game this year, but if he misses his first on Tuesday,
Buddy Hield,
Moses Moody, and
Gary Payton II would be candidates to get more time. The Warriors are on the front half of a back-to-back, so they could try to get Butler a down day either Tuesday or Wednesday if his back is acting up. Stay tuned for updates before tip-off of the late game in Golden State.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Athony Slater
November 4, 2025
Charlotte Hornets point guard
LaMelo Ball (ankle) was downgraded from questionable to out for Tuesday night's matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans due to a right ankle impingement. Ball will be out for the second straight game after also missing Sunday's game against the Jazz. In his place, Sion Jones started and had 15 points, five boards and three assists. Without Ball to carry so much usage, the rest of the starters all get a fantasy upgrade.
Miles Bridges had 29 points, six assists, and four rebounds, while
Kon Knueppel stepped up with 24 points, five assists, and six rebounds. In the backcourt,
Collin Sexton turned in a nice double-double with 10 points and 12 assists. Will Ball out in this very favorable environment the rest of the Hornets are great fantasy options.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Marc J. Spears
November 4, 2025
Golden State Warriors center
Al Horford (toe) has been listed as out for Tuesday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. The Warriors are opting to rest the veteran to avoid overworking him during back-to-back situations. Horford is expected to return to the lineup on Wednesday when the Warriors visit the Sacramento Kings. Coming off the bench, Horford has averaged 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds in 21.0 minutes with the Warriors.
Quinten Post figures to have a larger role in the rotation on Tuesday, but his efforts typically don't lead to much fantasy production. The seven-footer from the Netherlands has averaged 4.0 points and 3.4 rebounds in 12.7 minutes this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 4, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center
Chet Holmgren (back) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Tuesday's encounter with the Los Angeles Clippers. This is a strong signal that the versatile big man is ready to return from a three-game absence. Holmgren is off to a great start to the year, averaging 23.0 points, 10.3 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 1.3 steals. He will take a starting role from
Jaylin Williams (shoulder), who might miss the contest entirely after picking up a questionable tag. In his lone meeting with the Clippers last year, Holmgren struggled to score and was limited to 10 points, but he dominated on the glass with 14 rebounds.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 4, 2025
Charlotte Hornets point guard
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the New Orleans Pelicans. The talented playmaker is once again bothered by an ankle issue and missed his first game of the season on Sunday against the Utah Jazz. As a result of his absence, rookie
Sion James made his second career start, finishing with 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Additionally, the rest of the start unit had more scoring opportunities with Ball out. In Sunday's game,
Miles Bridges and
Kon Knueppel combined for 53 points. Meanwhile,
Collin Sexton, handling more playmaking duties, logged a double-double with 10 points and 12 assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 4, 2025
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Zion Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. After overcoming a foot issue, Williams is back on the injury report with a sore left hamstring. New Orleans begins a back-to-back on Tuesday night, which will likely influence the team's decision on whether to play Williamson. His exit from the lineup would create more playing opportunities for
Saddiq Bey and
Derik Queen. Of the two players, Bey has more fantasy upside, although he hasn't been very productive during his comeback campaign. In eight appearances, Bey has averaged 8.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in 23.7 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 4, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers guard
Jared McCain (thumb) appears to be ready for his season debut on Tuesday night against the Chicago Bulls. Philadelphia has listed him as probable for the contest. McCain has missed the start of his sophomore campaign due to thumb surgery. As a rookie, McCain averaged 15.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 25.7 minutes before his year was ended by a knee injury. Following
VJ Edgecombe's addition to the Sixers backcourt, McCain faces increased competition for playing time in 2025-26, which could impact his numbers. Given his long layoff, it's possible the team will manage McCain's minutes in his first few outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 4, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) isn't on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's Eastern Conference battle against the Chicago Bulls. Embiid missed his second game of the season when he sat out Sunday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Tuesday's game marks the start of a back-to-back set, so it's likely that Embiid will be back in street clothes on Wednesday night versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. For the season, Embiid has averaged 17.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.0 blocks in 22.3 minutes. He hasn't played over 25 minutes in any of his four appearances. On Tuesday, Embiid faces an opponent that allows the 10th-most points per 48 minutes to centers this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 3, 2025
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (knee) will remain on a minutes restriction ahead of Monday's game against the Houston Rockets, according to head coach Jason Kidd. Gafford will continue to have a limited role after making his season debut on Saturday. The Mavs don't want to push Gafford too hard, so he'll continue to be eased back into action. The expectation is that Gafford will play around 15-18 minutes during Monday's game. His fantasy value is limited right now, but he figures to be a viable option once he's back to full speed.
--Andy WebbSource: Mike Curtis
November 3, 2025
Houston Rockets forward
Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) won't play versus the Mavericks. He sprained his right ankle during Saturday's win over the Boston Celtics. Fortunately, head coach Ime Udoka stated Smith's absence won't extend beyond this contest, meaning he should be back when the Rockets face the Grizzlies in Memphis on Wednesday night. Without the 22-year-old on the floor,
Tari Eason will get the start. Eason has averaged 11.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, and an impressive 57.1% shooting from behind the arc this season. However, he could be more productive as a member of the starting lineup on Monday night.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Vanessa Richardson
November 3, 2025
New York Knicks guard
Josh Hart (ankle) is available to suit up ahead of Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. Hart is ready to play after being listed as questionable earlier in the day due to an ankle issue. It doesn't sound like Hart is going to be limited at all, so fantasy managers should expect him to have his normal role. He put together his best game of the season last time out with 14 points, nine rebounds, and three assists in 26 minutes of playing time. Fantasy managers should make sure to get Hart in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
--Andy WebbSource: Kristian Winfield
November 3, 2025
Utah Jazz center
Walker Kessler (shoulder) won't play on Monday versus Boston. The 24-year-old didn't travel with the Jazz for their four-game road trip, and he didn't play in Sunday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. Kessler will presumably miss a few more contests, although that may change depending on the results of testing. In the meantime,
Jusuf Nurkic should remain in the starting lineup. Nurkic had three points, nine boards, and two steals on Sunday against the Hornets. However, he has the potential to be much more productive, giving him streaming value for fantasy managers.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 3, 2025
Washington Wizards forward
Khris Middleton (elbow) was ruled out for Monday's game against the New York Knicks. Middleton will miss his first game of the season due to a left elbow contusion. So far this season, Middleton is averaging 11.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 25 minutes per game. That being said, there is a decent amount of playing time up for grabs with the veteran forward hitting the sideline. The assumption is that
Bilal Coulibaly and
Corey Kispert will see extended roles in the absence of Middleton. Between the two, Coulibaly is the much better streaming choice between the two for Monday's slate.
--Andy WebbSource: Marc J. Spears
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