November 18, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (sciatica) is still considered questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Utah Jazz. However, ESPN's Shams Charania reports that James is aiming to make his season debut this evening. He has been dealing with sciatica on his right side. Barring any setbacks, fantasy managers should expect the Lakers to decide on the 40-year-old's status right before tip-off. If he is good to go, his minutes on the floor will likely be restricted.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Shams Charania
November 18, 2025
Phoenix Suns guard/forward
Grayson Allen (quadriceps) is unavailable for Tuesday's clash with the Portland Trail Blazers. Allen will miss his second game in a row due to a right quadriceps contusion. Allen is averaging 18.5 points, 4.3 assists, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.9 threes in 32.1 minutes per contest across 13 games this season. With Allen out of action,
Devin Booker and
Dillon Brooks will continue to see extra scoring opportunities, while
Collin Gillespie and
Ryan Dunn will likely have expanded roles during tonight's contest.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports that Los Angeles Lakers guard
Gabe Vincent (ankle) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Utah Jazz. Vincent has been out of action since October 26 due to a left ankle sprain. Across three appearances this season, the 29-year-old has averaged 3.7 points, 2.3 assists, 1.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 24.0 minutes per contest. In his return, Vincent will be assigned to a reserve role and won't provide enough production to make an impact in fantasy this evening.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Daniel Starkland
November 18, 2025
Golden State Warriors forward
Jonathan Kuminga (knee) will miss his third straight game this Tuesday while battling bilateral knee tendonitis. Kuminga's absence will allow players like
Moses Moody,
Will Richard, and
Buddy Hield to get more work against the Magic in Orlando. Kuminga got off to a strong start before battling soreness in both his knees, so the Warriors will likely be cautious with the young forward. He was moved out of the lineup just before the injury, so it looks like even when he is healthy, the Warriors will try to reduce his workload if possible. Hield (illness) is probable, so if he's limited, Moody will likely have the highest ceiling of the Warriors' wings on Tuesday.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Sacramento Kings forward
Keegan Murray (thumb) has been cleared for five-on-five, contact practices, and he could be ready to join the team's rotation later this week. The Kings assigned him to the G League for practice as he ramps back up after injuring his thumb in the preseason. The team hopes he can return during the team's current road trip, potentially Thursday against the Memphis Grizzlies or Saturday against the Denver Nuggets. Murray's return will be a huge boost for the Kings, who have missed him on both ends of the floor in their woeful 3-11 start.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Jason Anderson
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons guard/forward
Caris LeVert (ankle) will not play on Tuesday when his team finishes a back-to-back on the road in Atlanta. He played just 17 minutes on Monday and had eight points and eight assists. His next chance to return will be Saturday against the Bucks. While he's out,
Cade Cunningham (hip),
Ausar Thompson (ankle), and
Tobias Harris (ankle) are all questionable.
Daniss Jenkins has been outstanding lately and should have plenty of playing time in almost any scenario with LeVert out, and
Chaz Lanier should get a few minutes as well. If Cunningham and Thompson need more time, Jenkins and Lanier will have even more work to do on the road in this matchup.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons forward
Tobias Harris (ankle) is nearing a return, and he was listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks in Atlanta, along with
Cade Cunningham (hip) and
Ausar Thompson (ankle). On Monday, coach J.B. Bickerstaff said that Harris had no timetable for return, but now it looks like that timetable could be any day now. Without Harris for the last five games,
Ron Holland II and
Javonte Green have been playing very well for Detroit, but they will likely return to reduced roles when Harris and Thompson get back in the rotation. If he does play Tuesday, Harris would likely be on a minutes limitation, so temper expectations. It is great to see him near a return, though, for a Pistons team that is thriving early in the season.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons forward
Ausar Thompson (ankle) has been sidelined for four straight games with an ankle sprain, but he seems to be nearing a return after moving well in Monday's shootaround before being ruled out along with
Cade Cunningham (hip). Both starters are questionable for Tuesday night in Atlanta as the Pistons look to extend their winning streak to 11 games. If Thompson is ruled out again, Ron Holland II and
Javonte Green will continue to get extra minutes and usage at forward and be excellent streaming and DFS options.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
Detroit Pistons point guard
Cade Cunningham (hip) has missed the last three games for his team, which has stayed hot in his absence, extending their winning streak to 10 games by beating the Pacers on Monday. Cunningham could return for the second game of the back-to-back, and if he does, he'll probably resume his heavy workload. In his 11 games this season, Cunningham is averaging 27.5 points, 9.9 assists, 5.4 rebounds, and 37 minutes per game. He hasn't played since his monster 46-point triple-double last Monday against the Wizards. If Cunningham is out again,
Daniss Jenkins will be set up for another big workload after averaging 21.8 points, 7.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 2.5 triples, and 2.0 steals per contest in his four games in the starting lineup.
--Zach ThompsonSource: NBA Injury Report
November 18, 2025
San Antonio Spurs guard
Stephon Castle (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. He missed the second half of Sunday's win over the Sacramento Kings due to left hip flexor soreness and will now sit out at least one complete game because of the issue. With Castle out of the rotation,
Keldon Johnson and
Julian Champagnie can pick up extra playing time off the bench. Additionally, his absence creates more scoring opportunities for other players. Castle has joined
Victor Wembanyama (calf) on the shelf, meaning the Spurs attack will look very different on Tuesday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers guard
Jrue Holiday (calf) will likely sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns, as the team has given him a doubtful tag on the injury report. The veteran guard missed his first game of the season on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks, landing on the sidelines with a sore right calf.
Jerami Grant started in his absence and delivered one of his best performances of the season, scoring 26 points. Meanwhile,
Caleb Love and
Sidy Cissoko shared most of the backup guard minutes, but their impact was minimal.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (sciatica) has been upgraded to questionable on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's tilt against the Utah Jazz. He logged a full practice with the team on Monday and could be ready to make his season debut in Tuesday's game. James has recently also logged additional practice sessions with the Lakers' G League team, so he should be in good shape after dealing with sciatica on his right side. However, it would be surprising if the team didn't monitor his minutes when he returns. If James can't make it back on Tuesday night, he will have a lot more time to prep for his 2025-26 debut, as the Lakers would then be off until Sunday, when they have a rematch with the Jazz.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo won't finish Monday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a left groin strain, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports. The former MVP left the game in the second quarter after racking up 14 points, five rebounds, and four assists in 13 minutes.
Jericho Sims joined Milwaukee's starting unit for the second half. Antetokounmpo's exit from the lineup also creates more playing opportunities for
Bobby Portis. Muscle strains typically take several weeks to heal, so the Bucks may be without Antetokounmpo for a significant period. However, we won't know for certain until he undergoes evaluation.
--Taavi PailkSource: Eric Nehm
November 17, 2025
Denver Nuggets guard/forward
Julian Strawther (back) won't play in Monday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. The team has downgraded Strawther from questionable to out. He won't be a big miss for Denver, as Strawther has been limited to 7.9 minutes per game across seven contests. The rest of the Nuggets' reserve should share Strawther's minutes on Monday night. The 23-year-old will have his first opportunity to return to the lineup on Wednesday in a matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
November 17, 2025
Denver Nuggets forward
Cameron Johnson (biceps) will play on Monday night against the Chicago Bulls. The 29-year-old sustained a right biceps strain last week and sat out Saturday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Initially, he was in danger of missing a second straight game after the team listed him as questionable for Monday's matchup. With Johnson sidelined against Minnesota,
Tim Hardaway Jr. had a sparkling performance with 22 points as a starter. On Monday, Hardaway Jr. will head back to the bench. Johnson's time in Denver has been a nightmare so far, as he has averaged only 7.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 24.5 minutes. Hardaway Jr. has been significantly more productive than him and will remain a better fantasy option even as a reserve.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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