PJ Washington Likely to Play Tuesday against the Hornets
Dallas Mavericks forward/center P.J. Washington (ankle) was upgraded from questionable to probable on Tuesday afternoon and will likely return for this matchup against his former team. He has missed the last three games, and his return will be important for the Mavericks, who will likely be without Cooper Flagg (foot, doubtful), Naji Marshall (finger, out), Marvin Bagley III (neck, out), and Klay Thompson (adductor, doubtful). Washington could be one of the team's primary options on offense, along with Max Christie, but Washington may need to ease back in after missing three games with the injury. He does have a very high ceiling in the potential revenge game, though, and his team will need him to carry as much work as possible.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson Downgraded to Doubtful on Tuesday against Charlotte
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (adductor) was downgraded from questionable to doubtful for Tuesday night against the Charlotte Hornets. Thompson suffered a right adductor contusion in Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City and left after only 15 minutes. He looks likely to miss Tuesday's game due to the injury, which would leave more minutes for AJ Johnson and veteran Khris Middleton. Johnson managed six points, four rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 22 minutes on Sunday, and he has been one of the most active Mavericks lately as the team deals with multiple injuries in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Andrew Wiggins a Late Addition to the Heat's Injury Report
Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (toe) was a late addition to the team's injury report before Tuesday's game against the Nets with bilateral knee tendinitis. He is probable but will likely play through the pain this Tuesday, but he could have a reduced workload, especially if the game gets lopsided. Any addition this close to tip-off deserves watching closely, especially when the Heat are involved. If Wiggins misses time or has a lighter workload, Simone Fotecchio, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Pelle Larsson could pick up more work and be solid contributors, especially since plenty of usage is already available with Norman Powell (groin) also sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Kelly Oubre Jr. Listed as Out on Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness) was a late addition to the injury report and was downgraded to out on Tuesday, as his team starts their back-to-back set of games with a home game against the Spurs. Without Oubre, more minutes will likely be available for Quentin Grimes and Jabari Walker on the wings. With Joel Embiid (oblique) also out, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Dominick Barlow will carry more of the offense, while Grimes could end up a strong option for DFS and streaming usage on Tuesday night. When he has gotten big workloads in the past, Grimes has shown good upside.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black Downgraded to Questionable Tuesday Against the Wizards
Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (quadriceps) was probable for Tuesday's matchup but was downgraded to questionable before tipoff. He is trending in the wrong direction while dealing with his right quadriceps contusion, but he still has a chance to play through the issue against Washington. He missed Orlando's last game, and Jalen Suggs returned to the lineup in his spot. If Black returns to action on Tuesday, Tristan da Silva seems the most likely player to slide to the second unit. Black has had a very strong season, breaking through for 15.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in 31 minutes per game. If he's forced to miss a second straight game, da Silva and Jevon Carter would likely pick up more work in this favorable matchup against Washington.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Santi Aldama Questionable Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) is considered questionable for Tuesday's action against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Spanish big man is managing a right knee injury and hasn't played since January, missing 16 of the last 18 games. GG Jackson II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper have benefited from the Grizzlies' lack of depth in the frontcourt. Aldama's return could affect the playing time of both players, though it looks almost certain he will play with a minutes restriction initially after missing so much time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Cedric Coward Could Return Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 22-year-old rookie could return to the lineup after missing seven games with a right knee injury. Despite battling some consistency issues, Coward has had a good rookie campaign, averaging 13.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 assists across 26.3 minutes of play. If Coward is cleared for action, there could be fewer minutes available to Walter Clayton Jr. and Rayan Rupert.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Ty Jerome Could Miss Third Straight Game
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (thigh) is in danger of missing a third consecutive game, as the team has listed him as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 28-year-old is battling a left thigh contusion. Jerome has averaged 19.6 points and 5.6 assists in 21.0 minutes per game since making his season debut in late January. His absence has left a significant hole in the Grizzlies' offense. Scotty Pippen Jr. has made back-to-back starts since Jerome left the lineup, averaging 15.5 points, 4.0 assists, and 1.5 steals. Cam Spencer and Javon Small have also taken on larger roles without Jerome.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Davion Mitchell Iffy to Face Nets
Miami Heat point guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. During Saturday's win over Houston, Mitchell reinjured his left shoulder, which had bothered him in January. He missed eight games due to the injury. Fortunately, the issue appears less severe than before, and Mitchell was able to practice on Monday. This could be a sign that he will be ready to go on Tuesday night. If Mitchell isn't available, Kasparas Jakucionis could start in his place. The Lithuanian rookie has averaged 6.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Norman Powell Misses Second Consecutive Game
Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (groin) will be absent for a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. Last week, Powell was diagnosed with a Grade 1 right groin strain and labeled week-to-week, so it could take a while before the first-year All-Star returns to action. With Powell unavailable, Tyler Herro made his way back to the first unit on Saturday against the Houston Rockets, scoring 18 points and dishing out three assists. Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. also benefit from Powell's absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black Likely to Return Tuesday
Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (quadriceps) is considered probable for Tuesday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. He is dealing with a right quadriceps contusion, but it looks like Black's absence will be limited to one game. Black's return will likely bump Tristan da Silva to the second unit. Coming off the bench, da Silva has averaged 7.8 points and 3.1 rebounds per game this season, notably less than his production as a starter. However, Washington allows the second-most bench points in the league, which may help da Silva maintain his recent momentum.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson Questionable Tuesday
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (adductor) is questionable to play on Tuesday night against the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran suffered a right adductor contusion in Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City and exited after logging only 15 minutes of action. He may now miss an entire game due to the issue. Thompson has contributed 11.5 points in 21.9 minutes per game during a disappointing season. AJ Johnson could see more action off the Mavericks' bench if Thompson can't play, especially with the team potentially missing three starters. Johnson managed six points, four rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 22 minutes on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington Questionable vs. Hornets
Dallas Mavericks forward/center P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hornets after sitting out the team's last three contests due to a left ankle sprain. Dallas remains shorthanded, so Washington's status carries real fantasy weight. If he sits, Max Christie and Khris Middleton would see added opportunity. Christie delivered 14 points, seven rebounds, four triples, and two steals in 35 minutes last game, making him the preferred streamer. Middleton logged modest production in 25 minutes and remains a deeper-league option with a limited ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Egor Demin to Miss Second Straight Game
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (foot) will miss Tuesday's game against Miami, sidelined for a second straight contest while managing a left plantar fascia issue. His next chance to return comes Thursday in a rematch with the Heat. Nolan Traore should continue handling expanded responsibility after posting 17 points, two assists, one rebound, one triple, and one steal in 30 minutes last game. Terance Mann and Ziaire Williams saw minutes but failed to deliver usable fantasy lines. Traore is the preferred short-term streamer, while the rest remain fringe options.
Source: Collin Helwig
Source: Collin Helwig
Nicolas Claxton Expected to Play on Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (thumb) is probable heading into Tuesday's meeting with Miami. He's been dealing with a pinky issue for most of the campaign. Yet, the 26-year-old is on the injury report because of a right thumb sprain. Claxton has had a decent season, averaging 12.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks. However, he's seen a drastic reduction in minutes since the start of the year. With that said, Claxton is still a reliable fantasy performer, although he is expected to continue surrendering minutes to Day'Ron Sharpe moving ahead.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
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