February 2, 2026
Chicago Bulls guard
Josh Giddey (hamstring) won't play in Tuesday's Central Division clash with the Milwaukee Bucks. He missed a few weeks because of a hamstring strain. While the 23-year-old appeared in some games since returning, he'll now miss his fourth-straight contest. It's been reported Giddey is improving, which is good. However, fantasy managers shouldn't rule out the chance that he could be out beyond the All-Star break. At any rate,
Ayo Dosunmu should be given an expanded role behind
Coby White,
Matas Buzelis, and
Nikola Vucevic while Giddey works his way back.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Utah Jazz center
Jusuf Nurkic won't play on Tuesday versus Indiana. He's missed a few games of late because of an illness. This time, the 31-year-old is simply getting the night off to rest. Without Nurkic on the floor,
Kyle Filipowski is the favorite to replace him in the rotation. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged 11.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 16 starts throughout the campaign. However, with
Keyonte George (ankle) also sidelined, Filipowski could thrive in a meeting with one of the worst defensive clubs in the National Basketball Association.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
According to Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com, Golden State Warriors guard
Stephen Curry (knee) won't play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Curry didn't practice on Monday and is considered day-to-day due to soreness in his right knee. His next chance to return to the lineup is on Thursday against Phoenix. While Curry is out of action,
De'Anthony Melton,
Brandin Podziemski and
Pat Spencer could be utilized as short-term streaming options.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Danny Emerman
February 2, 2026
Utah Jazz guard
Keyonte George (ankle) won't play on Tuesday versus Indiana. The 22-year-old tweaked his left ankle during the 109-99 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night and didn't suit up for Sunday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors.
Isaiah Collier got the start and contributed in a big way, finishing the evening with 19 points, seven assists, four boards, two steals, and one block. Collier is expected to remain with the starters on Tuesday, making him a must-start against a Pacers team that has struggled defensively all year. X-rays on George's ankle came back negative. While he's considered day-to-day, it's certainly possible he misses a few more contests moving ahead.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers guard
James Harden (personal) won't play on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The former MVP will miss his second game in a row due to personal reasons. His next chance to suit up comes on Wednesday versus the Cavs. While Harden is out of the mix,
Kris Dunn,
Kobe Sanders and
Jordan Miller will continue to get more work in the backcourt.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Austin Reaves (calf) is considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Reaves has been listed as questionable a few times recently, but Lakers head coach JJ Redick said after Sunday's loss to the Knicks that he was hopeful to have the guard back in the mix. The 27-year-old has been sidelined since Dec. 25 due to a left calf strain.
Marcus Smart and
Gabe Vincent will continue to take on extra minutes if Reaves remains absent on Tuesday.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves forward
Terrence Shannon Jr. (foot) will miss Monday against Memphis, extending his absence to 20 straight games as he continues to recover from a left foot strain with no clear return date. Shannon's role was already limited before the injury, as he averaged five points and one rebound in 13 minutes across 22 appearances, mostly off the bench. His continued absence keeps fringe minutes available, with
Jaylen Clark logging 17 minutes and
Bones Hyland seeing 12 minutes in the last game. Clark and Hyland remain fringe rotation pieces, offering little fantasy appeal without a clear bump in playing time.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Cason Wallace and center
Isaiah Hartenstein (minutes restriction) both returned to the starting lineup Sunday as injuries continued to reshape the rotation. Wallace capitalized in a big way, erupting for 27 points, seven three-pointers, six rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes, firmly planting himself on the standard-league radar. Hartenstein, still ramping up from injury, logged four points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 22 minutes alongside
Chet Holmgren. With
Jalen Williams (hamstring),
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen), and
Alex Caruso (adductor) still out, Wallace looks locked into a featured role, while Hartenstein profiles as a hold with upside as his minutes climb.
--Brian DailisanSource: Brandon Rahbar
February 2, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen erupted for a career-high 40 points in Sunday's win over Portland, adding 17 rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and two steals in 30 minutes. The outburst came with
Evan Mobley (calf) and
Darius Garland (toe) both sidelined, opening the door for Allen to shoulder a larger offensive load. With Mobley still out, Allen's usage and rebounding floor remain elevated, making him an elite must-start in all formats.
Donovan Mitchell continues to benefit from the inside-out balance, while Garland's eventual return and Mobley's health are the primary risks to Allen sustaining peak-level production.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA
February 2, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) will remain out Monday against Minnesota as he continues to recover from left big toe surgery performed in October. Pippen has yet to make his season debut, though recent work with the team's G League affiliate suggests a return may be approaching. His continued absence has solidified
Ty Jerome's role, and Jerome posted 20 points, six assists, and one steal in 20 minutes last game while shooting 50 percent from the field. Based on his production profile from last season, Jerome should stay rostered when his role is secure.
Cam Spencer is one to monitor as the rotation settles, while
Jaylen Wells remains fringe.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 2, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
De'Andre Hunter is expected to practice Tuesday and could make his team debut Wednesday against Memphis after arriving from Cleveland in a multi-team deal. Hunter offers immediate scoring and spacing after averaging 13.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.7 three-pointers in 26.2 minutes this season. His short-term fantasy outlook improves if
Keegan Murray (ankle) remains out, though Hunter still faces competition from
DeMar DeRozan,
Nique Clifford, and
Precious Achiuwa. Hunter profiles as a deeper-league scoring and threes streamer, with capped upside in a crowded rotation that could shift again with more trades possible.
--Brian DailisanSource: Chris Biderman
February 2, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Keon Ellis is expected to meet the team in Los Angeles and could be available Wednesday against the Clippers alongside fellow newcomer
Dennis Schroder. Both guards arrived from Sacramento in a multi-team deal and step into a crowded backcourt rotation. Schroder brings on-ball creation after averaging 12.8 points and 5.3 assists this season, while Ellis profiles as a defensive wing who averaged 5.6 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in limited minutes. If
Darius Garland (toe) remains out, Schroder has short-term assist-streamer appeal, while Ellis is a deep-league steals option.
Donovan Mitchell,
Jaylon Tyson, and
Sam Merrill still anchor the minutes.
--Brian DailisanSource: Chris Fedor
February 1, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (ankle) is considered probable for Monday's meeting with the Los Angeles Clippers. The former MVP appears to have put his knee issues behind him for now and is currently on the injury report with a right ankle injury. However, he is expected to play in the first game of a back-to-back. Embiid just had a 40-point double-double against New Orleans and will be difficult to contain for a tired Clippers team coming off Sunday's tilt against the Phoenix Suns.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 1, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Christian Braun (ankle) won't be available on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder, as the team has downgraded his status from doubtful to out. Brown hasn't played since early January, but the doubtful tag suggests he is making progress and could be ready for his comeback soon. Denver's next game is Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons. In the meantime,
Jalen Pickett and
Julian Strawther will remain more active in the rotation, but they are unreliable for fantasy managers.
--Taavi PailkSource: Denver Nuggets
February 1, 2026
Denver Nuggets point guard
Jamal Murray (hip, hamstring) will play on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Murray has been a regular on the injury report with various health issues this season, but he rarely misses time. Following
Nikola Jokic's return to the lineup on Friday night against the Los Angeles Clippers, Murray took a secondary role on offense, yet he still had a good outing. In 36 minutes, Murray scored an efficient 20 points and had nine assists with four rebounds and one steal. While the opposition will be tougher, it wouldn't be surprising to see Murray put up similar numbers on Sunday.
--Taavi PailkSource: Denver Nuggets
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