February 26, 2026
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's matchup against Sacramento as he manages a right ankle injury. With Dallas on a back-to-back, the expectation is that Gafford could return Friday against Memphis, but he is unlikely to suit up in this opener.
Marvin Bagley III is positioned to start after producing 22 points and five rebounds in 20 minutes last game. Bagley becomes a short-term streaming option, while
Naji Marshall and
Max Christie could absorb added rebounding chances if Gafford sits.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Utah Jazz forward
Lauri Markkanen (ankle/hip) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against New Orleans after picking up right ankle and hip issues during practice. Markkanen is one of Utah's go-to scorers and key floor spacers, so if he sits, the Jazz will have to spread those shots around and lean more on their other scoring options.
John Konchar could slide into the starting group after logging 24 minutes with five points and three steals last game, but
Brice Sensabaugh carries the higher ceiling after erupting for 26 points and four three-pointers in 32 minutes.
--Brian DailisanSource: Ben Anderson
February 26, 2026
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
P.J. Washington (ankle) will sit out Thursday against Sacramento after spraining his left ankle late in Tuesday's win over Brooklyn. Washington usually soaks up around 28 minutes a night, so there are real minutes to fill, especially with
Daniel Gafford (ankle) also banged up.
Klay Thompson stepped into a larger scoring role last game with 17 points in 23 minutes, while
Caleb Martin chipped in five rebounds across the same workload. Thompson carries scoring upside but remains streaky, and Martin is more of a deep-league filler.
Naji Marshall should see the most stable bump in usage.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder center
Branden Carlson (back) will not return Wednesday against Detroit after experiencing low back soreness in the opening quarter. The two-way big man logged four minutes and finished with four points, four rebounds, and two assists before exiting. Carlson averages just 11 minutes and typically sees run only when
Chet Holmgren (back) or
Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) rests, limiting his fantasy relevance. If Holmgren and Hartenstein remain sidelined on Friday,
Jaylin Williams becomes the priority add after erupting for 30 points, 11 rebounds, and five three-pointers in 36 minutes last game.
--Brian DailisanSource: Nick Crain
February 26, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Isaiah Joe (glute) was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Detroit after suffering a left glute contusion in the first half. He logged 14 minutes and finished with three points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal before being sidelined. The injury halts his recent surge, as he had delivered back-to-back 22-point outings with six three-pointers in each. Should he miss Friday,
Jared McCain becomes a viable streaming target after posting 20 points and four three pointers in 30 minutes last game.
--Brian DailisanSource: Nick Crain
February 26, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward/center
Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) will not return Wednesday against San Antonio after aggravating a left thumb contusion in the second half. The rookie logged 15 minutes and produced four points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal before being shut down. Murray-Boyles has averaged 22 minutes this season, but any absence should push
Jakob Poeltl into a heavier run after he posted 15 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks in 28 minutes off the bench last game.
Sandro Mamukelashvili is a deeper-league flier.
--Brian DailisanSource: Kayla Grey
February 26, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard
Jamal Murray (illness) exited Wednesday's game against Boston and will not return after logging just eight minutes. He finished with two points on 1-of-3 shooting and one assist before being shut down. Murray entered the night averaging 34.8 minutes and a 28.4 percent usage rate, so any absence would shift ballhandling toward
Nikola Jokic and
Christian Braun.
Bruce Brown, who posted four points, four rebounds, five assists, and two steals in 28 minutes last game, becomes a fringe streamer if Murray sits Friday.
--Brian DailisanSource: Denver Nuggets
February 26, 2026
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Kyshawn George (knee) has been tagged as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. The 22-year-old sophomore led the starters with 11 points in Tuesday's blowout loss to the Hawks, but he may skip the rematch due to a left knee contusion. While George turned a lot of heads early in the season, his form has faded over the course of the season. Across February, he has averaged only 10.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
Justin Champagnie could replace George in the first unit on Thursday, and he'll be worthy of some fantasy attention after averaging 12.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals over his last six appearances.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (hip) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's action against the Washington Wizards. He is dealing with a right hip contusion and may depart the lineup after tallying nine points, nine rebounds, three assists, and one steal in 28 minutes against the Wizards on Tuesday.
Jalen Johnson (hip) is also questionable for the game, meaning we could see a lot more of
Jonathan Kuminga and
Corey Kispert on Thursday night. Kuminga was very impressive in his Hawks debut on Tuesday, totalling 27 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals in 24 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Atlanta Hawks guard
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (foot) is questionable for Thursday's contest against the Washington Wizards. He has landed on the injury report with a sprained left foot.
Jalen Johnson (hip) is also questionable for Thursday's action, and the Hawks' offense could have a completely different dynamic if both Alexander-Walker and Johnson miss the game.
CJ McCollum and
Jonathan Kuminga would handle more of the offense, while
Corey Kispert and
Gabe Vincent could see their minutes increase. There might be a larger role for
Zaccharie Risacher (hip) as well, but he's also questionable to play.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (back) remains on the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup with the Houston Rockets. He is listed as questionable with a back strain. Suggs has already missed three games because of the injury, allowing
Tristan da Silva to reclaim a starting berth. After a midseason slump, da Silva has performed well recently. He has averaged 10.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks over the past three games. On Thursday, da Silva may continue to contribute in Suggs' absence, but scoring could be challenging against the league's fourth-best defense.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (back) has a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Indiana will likely be without
Pascal Siakam (wrist) on Thursday night, and Nembhard might join him on the sidelines due to a lower back injury. Despite the issue, Nembhard had 23 points and three assists in 28 minutes during Tuesday's loss to Philadelphia. He may be able to shake off the questionable tag again. If not,
T.J. McConnell,
Quenton Jackson, and
Kam Jones will be expected to pick up the slack.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Deni Avdija (back) won't play against the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. Due to a nagging lower back issue, Avdija is forced to sit out a second consecutive game. Avdija has joined
Shaedon Sharpe (leg) on the shelf, leaving Portland without its two top offensive options. This elevates the offensive usage of
Jerami Grant,
Jrue Holiday, and Scott Henderson. The trio took 46 of Portland's 89 shot attempts in Tuesday's loss to Minnesota.
Kris Murray stepped into the starting lineup in Avdija's absence, contributing 16 points, five rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 29 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 26, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is questionable to face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. The veteran star is dealing with soreness in his left ankle. However, despite being banged up, Leonard has made 14 consecutive appearances. After shaking off the questionable tag, Leonard logged 33 minutes in Sunday's loss to Orlando, finishing with 37 points, eight rebounds, three steals, and two blocks. If Leonard sits on Thursday,
Bennedict Mathurin would become the Clippers' top offensive option, while there could be additional playing time available for
Kobe Sanders and
Jordan Miller.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
February 25, 2026
Sacramento Kings forward
Keegan Murray (ankle) won't return to Wednesday's game against Houston. The 25-year-old recently returned after missing over a month because of a sprained left ankle. Unfortunately, he re-injured the same ankle late in the first quarter on Wednesday night. Murray would go on to finish with three points in nine minutes of action. The Kings play again on Thursday in Dallas, although fantasy managers shouldn't expect to see him out there for that one. If that's the case,
Nique Clifford, averaging 9.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in 10 starts this season, would be considered the favorite to enter the starting lineup.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Michael Scotto
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