November 8, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Kawhi Leonard (right ankle sprain) will remain out for Saturday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns, marking his third straight missed game. Leonard had been in excellent form before the injury, averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.5 steals on 50.5% shooting through six games. In his absence, the Clippers have relied on
James Harden to lead the offense, while
John Collins and
Derrick Jones Jr. have stepped up with added scoring and defensive activity.
Bogdan Bogdanovic has also made the most of his extended minutes and could continue to contribute as a steady scoring option on the wing. Fantasy managers should stay patient with Leonard, as this appears to be a short-term setback. Once he's cleared, he should quickly resume his high-efficiency, two-way production for the Clippers.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 8, 2025
Phoenix Suns forward
Dillon Brooks (core muscle strain) is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers after missing the team's last six games. Brooks opened the season strong, averaging 19.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in three appearances while firing 10.3 triples per game. His scoring aggression and defensive intensity gave Phoenix a much-needed edge on the wing before the injury halted his momentum. If Brooks returns, he should immediately slot back into a key role alongside
Devin Booker and
Jalen Green, likely reclaiming 30-plus minutes as a high-usage perimeter option. Fantasy managers should stash or re-add him where available, as his scoring volume and defensive contributions fit well in both points and category formats. With the Suns leaning on
Grayson Allen and
Royce O'Neale in his absence, Brooks' return would stabilize their rotation and restore his mid-tier fantasy appeal.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 8, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Quenton Jackson (right hamstring strain) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old had been one of the few bright spots in Indiana's injury-riddled backcourt, but this setback is another big blow for a team already missing multiple key guards. Jackson averaged 11.8 points, 3.6 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.0 steal per game while shooting 54.1% from the field and 50% from three, showing flashes of real offensive upside and poise as a temporary floor general. His absence leaves
Ben Sheppard and
RayJ Dennis to handle the bulk of playmaking duties, though both have struggled with consistency. The silver lining is that
Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) appears close to returning, which should help stabilize the rotation. For fantasy managers, Jackson can be dropped in most formats for now but remains a name to watch once he's healthy again.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 8, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (left shoulder strain) is listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. The 26-year-old has played only one game this season but looks close to returning, which is big for a Pacers team missing
Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles)
T.J. McConnell (hamstring), and
Bennedict Mathurin (toe). Last season, Nembhard averaged 10.0 points, 5.0 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 28.9 minutes per game while shooting 45.8% from the field. His poise and versatility make him more than just a temporary filler. With Indiana currently rotating
Ben Sheppard,
RayJ Dennis, and
Quenton Jackson (hamstring) at point guard, Nembhard should immediately take over primary ball-handling duties once cleared. McConnell's eventual return might shake things up a bit, but for now, Nembhard deserves to be added in all formats for his strong assist and steal upside.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 8, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers guard
Shaedon Sharpe (left calf strain) has been listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. The 22-year-old appears on track to suit up despite the minor injury, which is welcome news for fantasy managers after his strong start to the season. Sharpe has averaged 18.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.8 steals in 26.8 minutes per game, emerging as Portland's top scoring option with
Damian Lillard (achilles) and
Scoot Henderson (hamstring) sidelined. While his efficiency has dipped (.370 FG%, .263 3PT%), his growing confidence as a slasher and secondary playmaker has kept his value afloat in both points and category leagues. If active, Sharpe should continue to carry a heavy offensive load alongside
Deni Avdija and
Jrue Holiday, offering solid scoring and defensive stats with room for upside if his shot starts falling again.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
November 8, 2025
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (right ankle soreness) was ruled out of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies and did not return, according to Marc Stein. The 27-year-old big man lasted just 12 minutes before exiting, marking yet another setback for a Mavs frontcourt already missing
Dereck Lively II (knee). Gafford's absence opens the door for
Dwight Powell to log extra minutes, though fantasy managers shouldn't expect much upside there. If Gafford misses more time,
P.J. Washington could slide up to the small-ball five in certain lineups, offering a short-term boost in rebounds and defensive stats. Gafford had been averaging 9.0 points on 71.4% shooting with 4.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 19.8 minutes per game this season. Managers should monitor his status closely ahead of Dallas' next matchup against Washington.
--Brian DailisanSource: Marc Stein
November 7, 2025
San Antonio Spurs center/power forward
Kelly Olynyk (heel) was questionable for the first half of the team's back-to-back on Friday at home against the Rockets, but he was upgraded to available. In his season debut on Wednesday, he chipped in four points, four rebounds, and three assists across nine minutes. With
Luke Kornet (ankle) sidelined again, Olynyk will back up start center
Victor Wembanyama on Friday. However, he could end up sitting out Saturday's game against the Pelicans, which would open more time for
Bismack Biyombo. Olynyk doesn't seem ready for a ton of playing time just yet, but he is available and starting to find his role in the Spurs frontcourt.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Matthew Tynan
November 7, 2025
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward
Jeremy Sochan (wrist) will be available to play on Friday night when the Spurs host the Rockets. Sochan missed the first six games of the season before making his season debut in 23 minutes off the bench on Wednesday against the Lakers. He chipped in 16 points, two rebounds, and a steal before fouling out. He tied for the second-most points on the team and should stay very involved in the second unit in the Spurs' NBA Cup matchup Friday night. As he ramps up and establishes his role,
Julian Champagnie will likely play fewer minutes in the near future.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Matthew Tynan
November 7, 2025
Houston Rockets center
Steven Adams (hip) is available on Friday against the Spurs. He didn't suit up for Wednesday's win over the Memphis Grizzlies. The veteran was listed as questionable for this one because of hip flexor tightness. However, he is good to go. Adams has averaged 6.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals this season. While he won't start on Friday night, his fantasy contributions should remain the same from off the bench. Either way, Adams is only worth starting in deeper fantasy formats by those with nowhere else to turn.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Danielle Lerner
November 7, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers forward
De'Andre Hunter (illness) will suit up on Friday versus the Wizards. The 27-year-old wasn't available in Wednesday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Fortunately, he was listed as probable throughout the day, so fantasy managers had a good feeling he'd be on the floor against Washington. With
Darius Garland back in the mix,
Jaylon Tyson will presumably head back to the bench. However, with
Lonzo Ball (knee, injury management) and
Dean Wade (eye) both out, Tyson should still see meaningful minutes from off the bench.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Spencer Davis
November 7, 2025
Atlanta Hawks guard
Luke Kennard (illness) will not play Friday night after being downgraded from questionable to out for Friday's home game against Toronto. Kennard has averaged 25.3 minutes per game off the bench for Atlanta this season, chipping in 8.5 points, 2.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.3 three-pointers per game. With
Trae Young (knee) out as well,
Nickeil Alexander-Walker,
Keaton Wallace, and
Vit Krejci will have lots of work to do. Alexander-Walker has scored at least 16 points in seven straight games and is taking on more work while Young is out, and since he's so busy, Kennard's work will likely go to Wallace, who missed Sunday's game with an illness but returned with four points, three rebounds, and two assists in 11 minutes on Tuesday. His multi-category potential makes him an intriguing streaming or DFS bargain play with Kennard out.
--Zach ThompsonSource: Atlanta Hawks
November 7, 2025
Washington Wizards guard
Kyshawn George (illness) won't play versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was riding a questionable tag on Friday because of an illness. Unfortunately, George will officially be sidelined against the Cavs. His next chance to return to action will be for Saturday's meeting with the Dallas Mavericks. However, as far as Friday night is concerned, fantasy managers could see increased production from
Justin Champagnie, Cam Whitemore, and
Bub Carrington behind
Alexandre Sarr.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Washington Wizards
November 7, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Brooklyn Nets guard
Cam Thomas (hamstring) will miss 3-4 weeks. As expected, the 24-year-old has shined on the scoring end for the Nets this season, averaging 21.4 points. Unfortunately, he'll be on the shelf with a hamstring strain, something he dealt with throughout the 2024 campaign. With that said, fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised to see Thomas' absence extend beyond the four-week mark. In the meantime,
Terance Mann,
Noah Clowney, and
Tyrese Martin are the favorites to pick up the slack on the scoring end behind
Michael Porter Jr.--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
November 7, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Luguentz Dort (trapezius) won't play on Friday versus the Sacramento Kings. The 26-year-old suffered a right trap injury in Tuesday's meeting with the Los Angeles Clippers after a collision with
Ivica Zubac. He didn't return in that one and would go on to miss Wednesday's loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Ajay Mitchell ended up getting the start in his place against the Blazers, finishing with 21 points. Mitchell did have five turnovers, something fantasy managers should keep in mind. Still, he has plenty of streaming value. As far as Dort is concerned, his next chance to get back on the court will be on Sunday in Memphis.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
November 7, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Austin Reaves (groin) won't play on Saturday versus the Atlanta Hawks. The 27-year-old has had a phenomenal 2025 campaign thus far, averaging 31.1 points, 9.3 assists, and 1.4 steals. Unfortunately, he'll now miss his third straight game because of a groin injury. Only time will tell if he will be healthy enough to return on Monday night in Charlotte. In the meantime,
Luka Doncic should handle even more of the scoring load.
Marcus Smart, who had 17 points, five rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block in Wednesday's win over the San Antonio Spurs, will continue to be worth streaming in all fantasy formats.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
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