March 31, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers guard
Marcus Smart (ankle) is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He will miss his fifth consecutive contest due to a right ankle contusion, with his next opportunity to return coming Thursday versus Oklahoma City. With Smart sidelined,
Luke Kennard and
Jake LaRavia should continue to see increased opportunities. Kennard could be viewed as a solid short-term streaming option after recording 19 points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 23 minutes during Monday's 120-101 win over Washington.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Max Strus (foot) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. Strus had Monday's game against Utah off for left foot injury maintenance. The 30-year-old forward has been coming off the bench, averaging 12.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists across six games since recovering from a left foot issue that kept him sidelined for most of the 2025-26 campaign.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward
Sam Merrill (hamstring) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Merrill will have the evening for maintenance and should be back in action for Thursday's game against Golden State.
Keon Ellis could absorb some of Merrill's available minutes this evening. Ellis collected 13 points, two rebounds, one assist, two steals, and one block across 24 minutes in his last outing on Monday against the Jazz.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (knee) is available to suit up against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Allen will be back in action after sitting out Monday's game against Utah to rest. In his last outing on Friday versus Miami, the 27-year-old big man was limited to 18 minutes but still collected a double-double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.
Keon Ellis and
Thomas Bryant will likely see their roles reduced with Allen returning to the lineup.
--Andrew LennoxSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
On Tuesday, the Memphis Grizzlies announced guard/forward
Jaylen Wells (toe) underwent a successful procedure to stabilize his right big toe. The 22-year-old will miss the rest of the season but is expected to be good to go for the start of the 2026-27 campaign. Wells played in 69 contests this season, averaging 12.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.1 blocks, and 0.9 steals while shooting 43.1 percent from the field and 35.3 percent from beyond the arc across 26.4 minutes per game. Wells extended absence opens the door for
Rayan Rupert,
Jahmai Mashack, and
DeJon Jarreau to take on expanded roles in the rotation.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Grizzlies PR
March 31, 2026
According to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said forward
Franz Wagner (ankle) is "progressing well." The 24-year-old has participated in physical contact and 5-on-5 work as he ramps up toward a return. Mosley added that the team will monitor Wagner's response to treatment before determining the next steps. Wagner has been sidelined since February 11 due to a high-grade ankle sprain, but he appears to be trending toward a potential return for Wednesday's matchup against Atlanta.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Jason Beede
March 31, 2026
According to Anthony Slater of ESPN, Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) will likely miss two more games. Curry is out for Wednesday's matchup against San Antonio and is listed as doubtful for Thursday's contest versus Cleveland. Head coach Steve Kerr said Curry went through a full practice on Tuesday. The 38-year-old appears to be nearing a return, with a potential target of Sunday's game against Houston. In the meantime,
Brandin Podziemski and
Gui Santos should continue to handle increased offensive responsibilities, while
Pat Spencer and
Gary Payton II are also in line for additional playing time.
--Andrew LennoxSource: Anthony Slater
March 31, 2026
Brooklyn Nets forward
Josh Minott (hip) will suit up on Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets. A hip problem forced Minott to miss Sunday's matchup with Sacramento, but the team hasn't included him on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's action. Minott has recently returned to fantasy radars, averaging 15.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.7 steals, and 1.0 blocks over his last seven appearances. Brooklyn's limited frontcourt options mean Minott is poised to have a significant role again on Tuesday. Meanwhile,
E.J. Liddell will have a tougher time finding minutes in the rotation.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks center
Myles Turner (knee) hasn't been listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The former Pacer is set to return to the lineup after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Clippers due to right patella tendinopathy.
Jericho Sims started at center against the Clippers and will likely resume a backup role on Tuesday night. Turner's first year with the Bucks has been disappointing, and his numbers in March have been especially underwhelming. Over 13 games, the veteran big man has averaged 8.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) is listed as probable for a meeting with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. He hasn't played for four games due to right Achilles tendonopathy. The probable tag suggests that Milwaukee will have Kuzma back in the lineup against Dallas. With
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and
Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) out of the lineup, Kuzma could be one of the primary offensive options for the Bucks. He has averaged 13.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in March.
Pete Nance may lose his starting spot with Kuzma back, but he hasn't been very productive anyway.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks guard
Ryan Rollins (hip) is probable for Tuesday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. He didn't play in Sunday's loss to the Clippers due to a sore left hip flexor.
Andre Jackson Jr. started that game and will likely move back to the bench on Tuesday night. Rollins' return will also affect
Gary Trent Jr., who took on a leading role on offense against the Clippers with a season-high 36 points. Recently, Rollins has struggled to perform at a consistent level. However, his average numbers have been solid, as the 23-year-old has posted 16.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.6 steals per game in March.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Bobby Portis (wrist) will skip a fourth consecutive game on Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks. The Bucks have just been eliminated from playoff contention, and Portis is nursing a left wrist sprain, so it doesn't make sense for the team to have him on the floor when he's less than 100 percent.
Pete Nance and
Taurean Prince should continue to benefit from Portis' absence against Dallas. Due to injuries, Nance has become a regular starter for Milwaukee, but Prince has provided better production. He finished Sunday's loss to the Clippers with 18 points, six rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and one block.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
March 31, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard/forward
Dillon Brooks (hand) will return to action on Tuesday against the Orlando Magic, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports. He hasn't played since Feb. 21 due to a fractured hand. Brooks has had a big campaign in Phoenix, taking his offensive game to another level. He is averaging a career-high 20.9 points per game, along with 3.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.0 steals. His return will bump either
Royce O'Neale or
Collin Gillespie to the second unit. Over the final stretch, Brooks may not be as productive as before due to
Jalen Green's presence.
--Taavi PailkSource: Duane Rankin
March 31, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves forward
Jaden McDaniels (knee) is week-to-week due to a left knee patella tendinopathy and a bone bruise. He sat out a second consecutive contest on Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks. McDaniels has become a key contributor for the Timberwolves, averaging a career-high 14.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.1 steals in 2025-26. His absence should allow
Ayo Dosunmu to stay in the starting lineup despite
Anthony Edwards' return to the lineup.
Kyle Anderson
could also have a bigger role until Minnesota is back at full strength.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
March 30, 2026
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Jerami Grant (calf) will miss Tuesday's game against the Clippers, marking his second straight absence. His absence should continue to open minutes and usage for
Scoot Henderson, who moved into the starting group Sunday and responded with 21 points and seven assists. Henderson shapes up as a strong short-term fantasy play for points and assists while Grant remains out.
Deni Avdija could take on a bit more of the scoring load, while
Toumani Camara may see a small bump in minutes as Portland looks for ways to cover Grant's absence.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
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