Al Horford Active Against Bulls
Golden State Warriors forward/center Al Horford (toe) will play on Tuesday against the Chicago Bulls. Horford missed the first set of a back-to-back on Monday due to toe injury maintenance. The 39-year-old veteran center is averaging 8.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.1 blocks across 21.8 minutes per contest in 41 games this season. Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is also set to return, so Quinten Post (foot) and Malevy Leons minutes on the floor will be significantly shortened during tonight's contest.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kristaps Porzingis Set to Suit Up Tuesday
Golden State Warriors forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Chicago Bulls. Porzingis returns to the Warriors' rotation after sitting out Monday's loss to the Utah Jazz for maintenance. The 30-year-old recently returned to action in Saturday's loss to Oklahoma City following a six-game absence, finishing with nine points, five rebounds, five assists and one block in 23 minutes. However, he will likely remain on a minutes restriction as the team continues to ease him back into the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Bobby Portis Uncertain to Play on Tuesday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (back) was added to the team's injury report as questionable with a back contusion for Tuesday night's home game against the Suns. Portis has scored at least 12 points in six straight games and is coming off a big 18-point, 10-rebound double-double on Sunday. Since Jericho Sims (knee) and Taurean Prince (neck) are also questionable, there could be large workloads available for Kyle Kuzma and Pete Nance. If Prince is able to play, his minutes will likely be minimal since he has not played since Nov. 4.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Simone Fontecchio Will Be Available Tuesday Against the Wizards
Miami Heat forward Simone Fontecchio (groin) is ready to return from a three-game absence and will be back in action after being upgraded from probable to available. He could step right into a large role in a smash spot against the Washington Wizards. Kel'el Ware (shoulder), Norman Powell (groin), Andrew Wiggins (toe), and Nikola Jovic (back) are all out, and Tyler Herro (quad) is questionable. Fontecchio could fill in at forward and brings lots of offensive upside. He had 12 points in 20 minutes in his most recent game last Tuesday, and he could be in a similar role in this contest, depending on who else is available or out for Miami.
Source: Injury Report
Source: Injury Report
Kel'el Ware Ruled Out for Tuesday Against Washington
Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware (shoulder) was ruled out after being listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Wizards. Ware is dealing with a shoulder strain and will miss his first game since Jan. 25. Without him, Andrew Wiggins (toe) and Nikola Jovic (back) on Tuesday, Bam Adebayo will have to play heavy minutes at center with Vladislav Goldin as the only other true center available. That should open up more time for Simone Fontecchio, Jaime Jaquez, and Myron Gardner at forward. Jaquez logged 29 minutes in the team's last game against Detroit, producing 19 points, six rebounds, and seven assists, while Gardner started but played just 17 minutes with four points and six rebounds.
Source: Injury Report
Source: Injury Report
Tyler Herro Downgraded to Questionable Tuesday Against Washington
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quad) was a late addition to the injury report for Tuesday's game, which is never a good sign for a player's availability. He has missed time this season with a variety of ailments, and he is now dealing with quad soreness. He played 30 minutes on Sunday against the Pistons and racked up 25 points in Miami's win. Before that, he lit up the Hornets for 33 points, nine assists, and nine rebounds on Friday. He's been rolling and has a great matchup against Washington if he's at 100%, but if he is unable to give it a go, Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez could be more involved for the Heat. If that happens, both would bring high ceilings as streaming or DFS plays.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Trae Young Will Not Play Tuesday Against the Heat
Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (injury management) has only played two games for the Wizards since being acquired at the trade deadline, and Tuesday won't be his third after he was ruled out for injury management. He has averaged 14.5 points and 7.0 assists in just 18.5 minutes in his two games for the Wizards, and his next chance to return to the lineup will be Thursday against the Magic. Without Trae on Tuesday, Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson are in line for more work in Washington's backcourt, while more usage will be available for Will Riley, Bilal Coulibaly, and Jaden Hardy as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner Remains Without a Timeline To Return
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is battling a high ankle sprain and hasn't been able to play since the middle of February. On the season, he has been limited to 28 games, and he has only played four games since Dec. 7. The team announced on Tuesday that he continues to progress, but that his return will continue to depend on how he responds to his rehab. Now that Anthony Black (abdomen) is also without a timetable to return, Tristan da Silva will continue to see more run for Orlando. Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero will have to continue to carry heavy offensive workloads for the Magic and remain excellent fantasy options down the stretch.
Source: Orlando Magic
Source: Orlando Magic
Anthony Black Is Without a Timetable to Return
Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (abdominal) is dealing with a left lateral abdominal muscle strain, according to an MRI. The team announced that his return timeframe will depend on his response to treatment. Black is having a breakout season for the Magic, averaging 15.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 30.7 minutes per game. He has helped the Magic overcome extended absences by Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner (ankle), but now it looks like he'll be on the sideline for a while. For however long he is out, Tristan da Silva will likely rejoin the starting lineup, while Jevon Carter may see increased minutes off the bench. In 21 starts this season, da Silva has averaged 10.5 points and 4.5 rebounds.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Kyle Anderson May Miss Second Straight Game
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Kyle Anderson (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lakers as he continues dealing with right knee soreness. The veteran forward could miss a second straight contest, though his absence carries limited fantasy impact given his modest role since joining Minnesota. Anderson has averaged just 14.5 minutes, 3.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across his first two appearances with the team. With Julius Randle, Rudy Gobert, and Naz Reid anchoring the frontcourt rotation, Anderson remains off the fantasy radar in most formats even if he returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jordan Goodwin Nearing Return From Calf Injury
Phoenix Suns guard/forward Jordan Goodwin (calf) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Bucks as he works toward a possible return from a left calf strain that has sidelined him for seven games. The 27-year-old last appeared in late February and had been carving out a steady rotation role, averaging 10.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and 1.8 assists in 26.3 minutes across his previous five outings. If cleared, Goodwin would add defensive depth on the wing while the Suns remain without Dillon Brooks (hand). Collin Gillespie and Grayson Allen (knee), if active, would be among the players competing for backcourt minutes if Goodwin returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jalen Smith Likely Available Tuesday Against Golden State
Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (calf) is listed as probable for Tuesday's matchup against the Warriors as he continues working back from a left calf strain. The 25-year-old recently returned after a five-game absence and logged 20 minutes off the bench in Sunday's loss to Sacramento, finishing with four points, one three-pointer, three rebounds, and one block. Smith may handle a similar workload if active, which caps his fantasy ceiling for now. Guerschon Yabusele and Nick Richards could still handle a share of the frontcourt minutes, which may leave Smith as more of a deep-league option if his workload remains modest.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
T.J. McConnell Sidelined Tuesday Against Kings
Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (hamstring) will sit out Tuesday's matchup against the Kings after leaving Sunday's loss to Portland late with right hamstring soreness. The veteran floor general's absence could stretch Indiana's already thin backcourt, especially with Andrew Nembhard (back/neck) doubtful to suit up. Quenton Jackson logged 17 minutes in the previous game, posting two points, three rebounds, and three assists, while Ben Sheppard and Kam Jones also saw brief runs. Jackson profiles as the most viable deep-league streamer, while Sheppard and Jones could see modest usage bumps if the rotation tightens.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Jarace Walker Likely to Play Tuesday Against Kings
Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (ankle) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Kings despite dealing with a right ankle sprain and mid-back soreness. The 22-year-old has been a key piece in Indiana's rotation lately, including a 14-point outing Sunday against Portland. Walker's role has expanded with the Pacers thin in the frontcourt due to Ivica Zubac (ankle) and Pascal Siakam (knee) remaining sidelined. Over his last five games, Walker is averaging 15.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 2.0 three-pointers in 28.9 minutes, making him a viable fantasy hold if active.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ivica Zubac Still Sidelined as Pacers Face Kings
Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Kings as he continues recovering from a sprained left ankle that has delayed his debut with the team. The Pacers remain thin in the frontcourt, especially with Pascal Siakam (knee) also sidelined. Jay Huff should continue handling starting center duties after posting 16 points, six rebounds, and five blocks in 22 minutes during the last game against Portland. Jarace Walker (ankle) could also maintain a large role if cleared to play after producing 14 points and two steals in 31 minutes, while Micah Potter remains a deeper-league option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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