January 13, 2026
Toronto Raptors guard/forward
RJ Barrett (ankle) won't be in action on Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers, missing a third consecutive game. With Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) also sidelined,
Jamal Shead is likely to maintain a starting role on Wednesday night. Shead started both games of a recent back-to-back against the Philadelphia 76ers and had two very contrasting performances. He finished the first game on Sunday with 22 points but produced a three-point dud in Monday's loss. On Wednesday, Shead faces a more attractive fantasy matchup against a team that allows the third-most points in the Eastern Conference.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Washington Wizards point guard
Trae Young (knee, quadriceps) won't be in the lineup on Wednesday versus the Los Angeles Clippers. Young officially became a member of the Wizards late last week, but a couple of health issues will delay his debut for his new team. The talented playmaker is sidelined due to an MCL sprain and a quadriceps contusion. Youngsters
Bub Carrington and
Tre Johnson will get more playing time with Young on the shelf.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
Rui Hachimura (calf) will have his playing time restricted to 18 minutes on Tuesday against the Atlanta Hawks, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports. On Monday against the Sacramento Kings, Hachimura was cleared to make his first appearance of the new year, but he didn't see any action off the Lakers' bench. It looks to be a different story on Tuesday as the Lakers complete a back-to-back. However, fantasy managers won't get full value from Hachimura, whose season average for minutes stands at 32.5 per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: Thuc Nhi Nguyen
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers center
Ivica Zubac (ankle) is in danger of missing Wednesday's fantastic fantasy matchup against the Washington Wizards. Zubac missed the end of Monday's win over the Charlotte Hornets due to a left ankle sprain and could now sit out an entire contest. If Zubac can't play through the injury, the Clippers will probably reintroduce
Brook Lopez to the starting lineup, with
Yanic Konan Niederhauser potentially rejoining the rotation.
John Collins is also an option to fill minutes at the center position. Washington allows the most fantasy points in the league to centers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's tilt against the Washington Wizards. Leonard has been a regular on the injury report lately due to an ankle injury, but he hasn't missed time since Nov. 22. After shaking off the questionable tag on Monday night, Leonard dropped 35 points on the Charlotte Hornets. If Leonard can't shed the questionable tag on Wednesday,
Nicolas Batum,
Kobe Sanders, and
Jordan Miller could see more action.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Jerami Grant (Achilles) will remain out on Tuesday night against the Golden State Warriors. The team ruled Grant out for the contest after initially listing him as doubtful. Grant hasn't played since mid-December and will miss his 14th consecutive game due to left Achilles tendinitis.
Sidy Cissoko is poised to make another start in Grant's absence, while the entire group must also cover for
Deni Avdija (back) on Tuesday night. Grant's next chance to return will be on Thursday against the Atlanta Hawks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers guard
VJ Edgecombe (adductor) is on the injury report with a probable tag ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 20-year-old is dealing with a left adductor contusion, but the issue isn't expected to keep him off the floor against Cleveland. When these teams first faced off this season, Edgecombe managed only seven points in 37 minutes. The rookie has been going through growing pains all season, but his overall numbers are solid. Across 34 appearances, Edgecombe has averaged 16.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.6 steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward
Paul George (knee) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran star has played in 10 of the last 11 games and is expected to suit up on Wednesday. George has struggled with his shot lately, averaging 15.5 points in January. Over his last two outings, George has connected on just 1-of-13 attempts from beyond the arc. On Wednesday night, George will be in a good spot to end his shooting slump, as teams are hitting a league-high 38.6 percent of their threes against the Cavaliers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is considered probable for Wednesday's meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Embiid returned from a one-game absence in Monday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors and appears ready for a second consecutive appearance. On Monday, Embiid had seven turnovers in 36 minutes, but he also did plenty of positive things in a 115-102 victory. The former MVP posted 27 points and collected eight rebounds, along with four assists and two steals. Wednesday's matchup will be more difficult for Embiid, as Cleveland has limited centers to 19.9 points per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (hand) will not require surgery on his injured left hand, the team announced on Tuesday. He is expected to "heal from the injury" in approximately six weeks. Davis was previously expected to undergo surgery, which would have sidelined him for "several months." Still, it's possible Davis has played his final game as a Maverick, with trade rumors surrounding him. With Davis out,
Daniel Gafford will continue to start at center, though he has also faced health issues in 2025-26.
Moussa Cisse and
Dwight Powell round out the remaining center options for Dallas.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
January 13, 2026
According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami Heat guard/forward
Norman Powell (back) will play against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Powell was sidelined for Sunday's 124-112 loss to the Thunder due to soreness in his lower back. With Powell active,
Pelle Larsson will return to Miami's second unit after stepping up while Powell was absent against OKC. The 24-year-old finished with 16 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Ira Winderman
January 13, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Luguentz Dort (foot) won't play on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Dort is dealing with a sore left foot and will miss his 10th game of the season. The 26-year-old Canadian could see action versus the Rockets, barring any setbacks on Thursday. While Dort is sidelined during tonight's tilt,
Ajay Mitchell will likely see more minutes and could be an excellent option for fantasy managers.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers center
Jaxson Hayes (hamstring) is unavailable for Tuesday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks due to left hamstring soreness. The Lakers are being careful with Hayes and will have him sit out the second night of this back-to-back set. With Hayes out of action,
Deandre Ayton may take on extra minutes. At the same time,
Jarred Vanderbilt could have more opportunities to contribute than he usually does during this evening's clash in Los Angeles.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
January 13, 2026
Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports that Atlanta Hawks guard
Luke Kennard (neck) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Kennard is dealing with a neck sprain and will miss the second night of a back-to-back. The 29-year-old sharpshooter played 20 minutes on Sunday, finishing with 22 points and six three-pointers. With
CJ McCollum now with the Hawks and
Trae Young in Washington, Kennard's role is uncertain in the long run once he returns to action.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Brad Rowland
January 13, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (foot/sciatica) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. James could get the evening off due to managing soreness in his foot and back, as the Lakers are on the last set of back-to-back games. He finished with 22 points, four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 33 minutes during a 124-112 loss to Sacramento on Tuesday.
Luka Doncic (thigh/groin) is also in danger of missing the contest as he is dealing with a thigh and groin issue.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
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