January 25, 2026
Denver Nuggets center
Jonas Valanciunas (calf) is questionable for Sunday's matchup in Memphis after sitting out Friday following a brief return from an extended absence. His status bears close watching, as another scratch would suggest ongoing management rather than routine rest. If Valanciunas sits,
Zeke Nnaji would step in as the primary frontcourt fill-in after posting 11 points, 12 rebounds, and two blocks in 37 minutes against Milwaukee, making him a viable short-term streamer.
DaRon Holmes II could also re-enter the rotation in a limited role. Valanciunas carries a clear risk for fantasy managers, while Nnaji is best viewed as a situational play tied to matchups and minutes.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard
Jamal Murray (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against Memphis as he manages right hamstring and left hip inflammation. A potential absence would again thin Denver's backcourt and open short-term fantasy value.
Jalen Pickett has stepped into a larger role with
Christian Braun (ankle) already sidelined and would see another bump if Murray sits. Pickett logged 13 points, seven assists, and one steal in 34 minutes last time out, giving him short-term value for assists with some scoring help.
Bruce Brown's role would remain steady, while Murray still carries a clear risk of unavailability.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Detroit Pistons guard
Cade Cunningham (wrist) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against Sacramento after returning Friday from a brief absence. The designation appears precautionary, and he is expected to handle his normal workload if cleared. Cunningham logged 12 points, eight assists, two steals, and one rebound in 38 minutes in his return, a reminder that his usage remains secure despite a recent dip in scoring efficiency. If active, Cunningham's presence pushes
Daniss Jenkins back into a limited bench role after the rookie posted 17 points, four assists, two steals, and two blocks in 26 minutes as a spot starter.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward
Devin Vassell (adductor) is available for Sunday's game against New Orleans, officially ending a 13-game absence tied to a strained left adductor. His minutes are expected to be monitored in his first action since late December, adding some short-term risk. Vassell has averaged 15.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 31.9 minutes this season when healthy. His return reshapes the wing rotation and likely trims
Julian Champagnie's role after the hot-shooting forward averaged 15.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 4.0 three-pointers over his last five games.
--Brian DailisanSource: Paul Garcia
January 25, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward
Austin Reaves (ankle) is trending toward a return after taking part in a scrimmage Saturday. He still needs to clear another full-contact practice before being available. His earliest chance to suit up comes Monday in Chicago, with optimism that he rejoins the lineup at some point on the road trip. Reaves' eventual return reshapes the backcourt rotation, trimming the short-term fantasy appeal of
Marcus Smart, who has averaged 14.2 points, 2.2 assists, and 3.2 rebounds in 28.6 minutes over his last five starts. Smart shifts back to a secondary role once Reaves is active.
--Brian DailisanSource: Dan Woike
January 25, 2026
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Christian Braun (ankle) will miss Sunday's matchup with Memphis, marking his ninth straight absence and leaving his return timeline unclear. His continued unavailability has kept
Jalen Pickett in the starting lineup, where the young guard has focused more on facilitating than scoring. Pickett has averaged 7.8 points, 5.8 assists, and 4.8 rebounds in 29.8 minutes over his last five starts, making him a low-ceiling helper. His fantasy outlook improves if
Jamal Murray (hamstring) sits, while Braun remains a deep-league stash.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center
Santi Aldama (knee) will sit out Sunday against Denver, marking his third straight absence and keeping his status uncertain for Monday in Houston. His continued absence has opened steady frontcourt minutes, with
Jock Landale capitalizing as the primary beneficiary. Landale delivered 24 points, 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block in 32 minutes on Friday and has remained productive with expanded usage.
GG Jackson II,
Vince Williams Jr., and
John Konchar continue to absorb secondary minutes, though their fantasy value stays matchup dependent.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) will miss Sunday's game against Toronto, while guard/forward
Alex Caruso (adductor) also remains sidelined. Mitchell's second straight absence and Caruso's continued inactivity thin Oklahoma City's perimeter rotation and push minutes to secondary options.
Cason Wallace has offered the safest fantasy floor, posting 10 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes in his last start.
Luguentz Dort continues to log heavy minutes but brings volatile scoring, while
Isaiah Joe profiles as a streaky deep-league streamer tied to shooting efficiency.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder center
Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will remain sidelined Sunday against Toronto, extending his absence to 15 straight games with no firm return date. His continued absence keeps the Thunder thin up front and creates situational fantasy openings.
Kenrich Williams has flashed usefulness when his minutes climb, posting 12 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 28 minutes last time out, but his production has come in a limited sample and remains volatile.
Jaylin Williams continues to fill a rotation role, offering rebounds, passing, and the occasional block with modest scoring. Both remain fringe fantasy options, offering value only in favorable matchups or expanded roles.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 25, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (ankle) will not play Sunday against Miami after exiting Friday's loss on crutches, and the situation carries multi-game risk. His absence funnels fantasy value to the backcourt.
Grayson Allen has been steady, averaging 19.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.0 assists over his last five games with strong three-point volume.
Collin Gillespie has also delivered, posting 15.8 points and 5.0 assists in that span while logging starter minutes.
Jordan Goodwin remains a deeper-league option, but his production has swung night to night. Booker should be treated as doubtful for Tuesday.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Utah Jazz center
Jusuf Nurkic (illness) will play on Saturday against Miami. He popped up on the injury report because of an illness, carrying a questionable tag. Nurkic has amassed two-straight triple-doubles, most recently finishing with 17 points, 14 assists, and 11 boards in Thursday's loss to the San Antonio Spurs. While it's hard to imagine he'll maintain that same level of production, he has an excellent chance to continue exceeding his usual fantasy expectations in a projected high-scoring contest. With Nurkic on the floor, it should mean less work for
Kyle Filipowski.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard
Nolan Traore (illness) won't play on Sunday against the Clippers. The rookie had a career-high 21 points in Friday's double-overtime loss to the Boston Celtics. With
Cam Thomas (ankle) ruled out, Traore would have been in line for more action, especially since he had double-digit scoring performances in three of his last four appearances. While that may still be the case once he's healthy to return,
Ziaire Williams and
Tyrese Martin are now the favorites to receive additional scoring opportunities versus Los Angeles.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward
Aaron Gordon (hamstring) won't play on Sunday against Memphis. The 30-year-old played on Friday versus the Bucks, the second of a back-to-back. Unfortunately, he exited that contest because of a right hamstring strain, an injury that kept him off the floor for six weeks earlier in the season. There hasn't been much information released since Gordon suffered the injury. However, fantasy managers should expect to see his absence extend beyond Sunday's game. The Nuggets are banged up, with
Nikola Jokic (knee),
Cameron Johnson (knee), and
Christian Braun (ankle) also on the shelf. As a result, guys like
Tim Hardaway Jr.,
Zeke Nnaji, and
Jalen Pickett could all see more scoring opportunities behind
Peyton Watson (ankle) and
Jamal Murray (hamstring) for at least the next week or two.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
January 24, 2026
Brooklyn Nets guard
Cam Thomas (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Clippers. The 24-year-old has already missed plenty of time this season. He's also struggled statistically, averaging 16.2 points, his lowest since his sophomore campaign. Thomas tweaked his ankle during Friday's double-overtime loss to the Boston Celtics, so it's unknown how long he'll be out of commission. However, with the trade deadline on the horizon, fantasy managers are left wondering if he's already played his final game as a Net. At any rate, while Thomas is sidelined,
Ziaire Williams and
Tyrese Martin may see more action. That could also apply to
Nolan Traore (illness), who had a career-high 21 points on Friday, once he shakes off an illness.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Brian Lewis
January 24, 2026
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (knee) will play on Saturday against Cleveland. His return will mark the end of an eight-game absence caused by a right MCL contusion. The 2021 No. 5 overall pick is expected to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup, although he'll likely be limited for at least a few contests. With
Franz Wagner (ankle) ruled out,
Anthony Black will presumably remain with the first-five, with the 22-year-old averaging 18.1 points, 4.8 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 38.6% shooting from behind the arc in 23 starts throughout the campaign.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Orlando Magic
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