March 2, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Cameron Johnson (ankle) exited Sunday's 117-108 loss to the Timberwolves in the fourth quarter and did not return, finishing with four rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes. Johnson came in dealing with right ankle soreness, had trouble finding his rhythm, and now has little recovery time before the trip to Utah. If he sits,
Tim Hardaway Jr. becomes the most appealing fantasy option after logging 36 minutes with 17 points and three triples.
Bruce Brown added six points in 28 minutes and profiles as a deeper-league streamer, while
Jamal Murray and
Nikola Jokic could absorb added usage.
--Brian DailisanSource: Jared Koch
March 2, 2026
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward
Klay Thompson (adductor) will not return to Sunday's game against the Thunder after sustaining a right adductor contusion in the second quarter. Thompson finished with seven points and one assist in 14 minutes before being ruled out. His absence leaves second-unit wing minutes up for grabs, and A.J. Johnson stepped into a larger workload with 23 minutes, six points, four rebounds, four assists, and one steal in the loss. If Thompson is sidelined, Johnson should get the first crack at those minutes, but he is still more of a gamble than a lock.
Max Christie should continue to handle steady minutes, while
Khris Middleton is the safer bet for consistent touches and secondary scoring if Dallas tightens the rotation.
--Brian DailisanSource: Mavs PR
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers guard
Kris Dunn (head) left Sunday's win over the Pelicans after taking an inadvertent elbow to the back of his head and did not return. Coach Tyronn Lue said Dunn was "good" postgame, and with the outcome already decided, the issue does not appear serious. Dunn is averaging 27.7 minutes with a modest 13.3 percent usage rate, so his value leans on steady playing time more than offensive involvement. That role could tighten soon.
Darius Garland (toe) is reportedly targeting a Monday return, and his 28.1 percent usage would shift ball-handling away from Dunn. In standard leagues, Dunn profiles as a deeper-league hold, with Garland and
Bennedict Mathurin positioned to benefit most if minutes shift.
--Brian DailisanSource: Tomer Azarly
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center
John Collins (elbow) left Sunday's win over the Pelicans late in the fourth quarter with a right arm injury, and his status for the next contest remains unclear. Collins posted 15 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and one assist in 24 minutes before exiting, and his 19.0 percent usage would free up meaningful touches if he sits.
Bennedict Mathurin is the more appealing fantasy target after logging 25 minutes with nine points and five rebounds in the blowout.
Nicolas Batum chipped in nine points, four assists, and three triples in 20 minutes, though his limited role and up-and-down production keep him in the deep-league streamer bucket.
--Brian DailisanSource: Justin Russo
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Kings. The King had 22 points, nine assists, and seven boards in 28 minutes in the 129-101 win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. He popped up on the injury report because of the infamous foot issue. However, that won't keep him off the floor. James has a chance to do something meaningful for fantasy managers, considering Sacramento isn't the best defensively, although his overall contributions could be less than usual if the Lakers build a decisive lead throughout the contest.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Brad Turner
March 1, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans forward
Zion Williamson (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus the Clippers. The 25-year-old hasn't missed a game since mid-December. Unfortunately, he injured his ankle during Saturday's win over the Utah Jazz. His next opportunity to get on the floor will be on Tuesday versus the Lakers. Fortunately,
Trey Murphy III (shoulder) will return from his five-game absence, which will help lessen the blow caused by Williamson's absence.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Utah Jazz forward/center
Kevin Love (rest) is out for Monday's game against the Nuggets as the veteran sits for maintenance after playing in four straight contests. His absence should help lock in
Kyle Filipowski's minutes in an already thin Utah frontcourt. Filipowski produced 12 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block in 30 minutes last game and continues to log a steady run. With Utah prioritizing youth and dealing with multiple frontcourt injuries, Filipowski profiles as more than a streamer and should be viewed as a long-term hold in most formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Washington Wizards forward/center
Tristan Vukcevic (thigh) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets as he continues to work through lower-body injuries. His minutes have been tightly managed of late, with his workload consistently capped, limiting his fantasy ceiling.
Anthony Gill (illness), who posted eight points, five rebounds, and three assists in 28 minutes last game, could handle a larger workload if available. Vukcevic remains a high-risk option in standard formats given the unstable role and ongoing health concerns.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center
John Collins (head) is available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans after missing two contests. Collins has averaged 28.7 minutes, 13.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.2 assists over his last five appearances, providing steady mid-round production. His return should tighten the frontcourt rotation, cutting into the minutes of
Nicolas Batum and
Kobe Sanders. Collins is safe to deploy in standard formats, especially with
Darius Garland (toe) still out, while
Kawhi Leonard and
Bennedict Mathurin remain primary scoring options.
--Brian DailisanSource: Mark Medina
March 1, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward
Brandon Clarke (calf) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, the team announced Sunday. Clarke has been sidelined since Dec. 20 and remains without a firm return timeline, keeping him off the fantasy radar in standard leagues. With Clarke,
Zach Edey (ankle), and
Santi Aldama (knee) still unavailable, Memphis continues to rely on
Olivier-Maxence Prosper,
Taylor Hendricks, and
GG Jackson II. Prosper posted 16 points and 10 rebounds in 25 minutes last game, while Hendricks added 11 points and two blocks. Those frontcourt pieces retain short-term streaming value.
--Brian DailisanSource: Grizzlies PR
March 1, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward
Caleb Martin (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder after missing one contest. With
Cooper Flagg (foot),
Naji Marshall (finger), and
P.J. Washington (ankle) sidelined, Martin could see a bump from his 17-minute average over the last five games. In that span, he has produced 5.2 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.4 steals, flashing defensive upside. He logged 10 points and three steals in 20 minutes his last time out. Martin is a risky streamer, but the opportunity and potential steals make him viable in deeper formats.
--Brian DailisanSource: Ron Harrod Jr.
March 1, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forwards
P.J. Washington (ankle) and
Naji Marshall (finger) are out for Sunday's game against the Thunder. Washington will miss his third straight contest, while Marshall exits the rotation after logging 30 minutes per game this season. Dallas is expected to lean on
Khris Middleton,
Klay Thompson, and
Caleb Martin in expanded roles. Middleton posted 10 points and three assists in 19 minutes Friday, and Thompson has averaged 11 points in a limited run recently. Martin also offers defensive streaming value. Middleton and
Brandon Williams are positioned to handle more of the offense.
--Brian DailisanSource: Mavs PR
March 1, 2026
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Kyshawn George (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets after being limited to 15 minutes in Saturday's loss to Toronto. The second-year wing has averaged 29.1 minutes with a 21.7 percent usage rate as a starter, though his workload has fluctuated while managing the knee issue. If he sits,
Will Riley and
Justin Champagnie profile as short-term streamers. Riley posted 19 points in 35 minutes last game, while Champagnie added 12 points and three blocks in 22 minutes. Still, Washington's rotation remains difficult to trust due to inconsistent minute distribution.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
March 1, 2026
Boston Celtics forward
Baylor Scheierman (thumb) is available for Sunday's game against the 76ers after being listed as questionable. The second-year wing has started seven straight games, averaging 8.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.7 triples in 26 minutes with a 14.4 usage rate. He posted 10 points, three rebounds, and six assists in 22 minutes Friday. With
Jayson Tatum (Achilles) sidelined, Scheierman offers short-term streaming appeal, though his night-to-night production remains volatile, making him a risky option.
Derrick White and
Jaylen Brown still command the offense.
--Brian DailisanSource: Keith Smith
March 1, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers forward
Rui Hachimura (illness) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Kings after missing two contests. The 28-year-old is averaging 9.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.4 triples over his last five games in 27.0 minutes and should slide back into a steady rotation role. If
LeBron James (foot) sits, Hachimura could push past 26 minutes and gain streaming appeal in points leagues.
Jake LaRavia and
Jarred Vanderbilt would see slightly reduced upside with Hachimura active.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
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