October 25, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) won't play on Saturday versus OKC. The 20-year-old tweaked his ankle in the loss to the Toronto Raptors on opening night. As a result, he didn't suit up for Friday's win over the Orlando Magic.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker got the start in that one, scoring 19 points despite going 1-for-10 from behind the arc. It's reasonable to assume Alexander-Walker will shoot better this time around, so he may be even more productive for fantasy managers, especially if
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) and
Jalen Johnson (ankle), who are both questionable, can't play. Risacher's next chance to get on the floor will be on Monday night in Chicago.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Phoenix Suns center
Mark Williams (knee, injury management) won't play on Saturday versus Denver. The 23-year-old hasn't played well this season, averaging only 4.0 points, 8.5 boards, and 1.0 blocks. As expected, he'll get the night off to rest after logging 14 minutes in Friday's loss to the Clippers.
Oso Ighodaro is in line to remain in the starting lineup, with
Nick Richards on tap to see increased minutes from off the bench. However, neither player can be trusted from a fantasy standpoint. Williams is expected to return to the lineup on Monday versus the Utah Jazz. Still, until he starts producing, which could happen at some point down the line, he's not worth rostering.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward
Jalen Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game versus OKC.
Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) has already been ruled out. To make matters worse,
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is also questionable because of Flu-like symptoms. While
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is already in line for more scoring opportunities, his fantasy ceiling will increase even more if Johnson and Porzingis are sidelined.
Luke Kennard, who had six points, two assists, and one steal in Friday's win over the Orlando Magic, could also see extra work, depending on who ends up getting ruled out. The same can be said for
Mouhamed Gueye, who is coming off a 13-point, eight-rebound showing.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) is sidelined for Saturday's clash with the Memphis Grizzlies. He recorded four points and four assists in Thursday's double-overtime loss to OKC. Unfortunately, Nembhard's night came to an abrupt end after only 17 minutes of work due to a sprained shoulder. The Pacers will play again on Sunday in Minnesota, although it's realistic to assume he won't consider suiting back up until Wednesday's game in Dallas. Either way,
Pascal Siakam and
Bennedict Mathurin should pick up more of the scoring load while Nembhard is sidelined.
Ben Sheppard and
Obi Toppin, combining for 35 points and 13 boards on Thursday, should also be in line for more minutes and scoring opportunities.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with OKC. The 30-year-old had 20 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks in 26 minutes in the loss to the Raptors on opening night. However, he's now dealing with Flu-like symptoms, which caused him to miss Friday's win over the Orlando Magic. If he can't get out there,
Onyeka Okongwu, who had 17 points, four boards, and three swats against the Magic, will presumably handle things at the five spot to begin the contest, making him a must-start in any fantasy format.
Mouhamed Gueye also played well in the meeting with Orlando, posting a 13-point, eight-rebound effort, giving him streaming potential if Porzingis stays on the shelf.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (knee, injury management) won't play on Saturday versus Chicago. The 24-year-old logged 19 minutes in Friday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Still, he's coming off knee surgery, so he'll take the night off to rest before presumably suiting back up on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Without him, the Magic may roll with
Tyus Jones at the one to begin the game. However,
Tristan da Silva, who had 15 points in 24 minutes on Friday, and
Anthony Black may also be in the equation. There's also a chance da Silva or Black may start over Jones.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 25, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center
Chet Holmgren (back) is available for Saturday's meeting with the Atlanta Hawks. The 23-year-old popped up on the injury report because of back soreness. However, that's not surprising, considering OKC went into double-overtime in both games to begin the 2025 campaign. He is currently averaging 21.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals this season. While Holmgren's statistical contributions are somewhat inflated due to the extra quarters played in the Thunder's first two contests, he is an All-Star caliber performer regardless. Of course, Holmgren should be starting in all fantasy formats. Although category managers haven't appreciated his 18.2% shooting from deep, he's made up for it by sinking 91.7% of his tries from behind the charity stripe.
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is also back on the injury report after missing Friday's win over the Orlando Magic due to Flu-like symptoms. If Porzingis remains on the shelf, Holmgren's ceiling will increase even more.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
New York Knicks forward
Josh Hart (back) will play on Friday versus the Boston Celtics. He didn't suit up for the win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on opening night. Fortunately, after riding a questionable designation, Hart will be on the floor. The 30-year-old averaged 13.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.5 steals in 37.6 minutes per contest last season. However, it's reasonable to assume he'll see less work in his first game of the 2025 campaign, lowering his ceiling for fantasy managers in all formats.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Ian Begley
October 24, 2025
New York Knicks forward/center
Karl-Anthony Towns (quadriceps) will play on Friday versus the Boston Celtics. KAT popped up on the injury report because of a nagging quad strain heading into this contest, just like he did leading up to the Knicks opener versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. Fortunately, he's good to go. New York will also have
OG Anunoby (ankle) and
Josh Hart (back), which is excellent news. Towns had a 19-point, 11-rebound double-double in 31 minutes of action against the Cavs, so it's apparent the ailment isn't impacting his play. Keep him starting in all formats.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Ian Begley
October 24, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers forward
De'Andre Hunter (knee) won't play on Friday versus the Brooklyn Nets. The 27-year-old is battling a knee contusion. Although he's moving in the right direction, he'll now miss his second contest of the 2025 campaign. Hunter was reportedly "moving around pretty well" at practice on Thursday. However, it's anyone's guess if he'll be able to get on the floor when the Cavs meet the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. With
Darius Garland (toe) and
Max Strus (foot) also sidelined,
Sam Merrill and
Jaylon Tyson are the favorites to move into the starting lineup. Merrill had 19 points versus the Knicks on Wednesday night. Unfortunately, Tyson wasn't nearly as productive, amassing only five points.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Chris Fedor
October 24, 2025
Atlanta Hawks center
Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Friday versus the Orlando Magic. The veteran had 20 points, seven rebounds, and two blocks in the loss to the Raptors on Wednesday night. Unfortunately, he isn't feeling well, developing Flu-like symptoms. It's unknown if he'll be good to go when the Hawks meet OKC on Saturday night in the second of back-to-back contests for Atlanta. However, while Porzingis is sidelined,
Onyeka Okongwu, coming off an 18-point, six-rebound effort on Wednesday, is the favorite to slide into the starting lineup.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard
Vince Williams Jr. (heel) will miss Friday's matchup with the Heat as he continues to recover. Williams also missed the team's opening day 128-122 win over the Pelicans. The former second-round pick averaged 6.6 points and 3.6 rebounds in just 18.5 minutes per game last season. Williams will likely operate this season as a glue-guy off the bench who is capable of chipping in rebounds and assists despite shooting just 40.1% from the field last season. Williams can be left on waivers throughout the early portion of the season, until we see if his role grows throughout the season.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Ira Winderman
October 24, 2025
Houston Rockets forward
Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) is questionable to return on Friday after missing opening night. Tate played a limited role last season, averaging just 11.3 minutes per game with 3.6 points, and 2.3 rebounds. While he won't likely see a heavy minute share, Tate could provide valuable depth in the absence of
Dorian Finney-Smith on Friday. The Rockets dropped their double overtime opener to the Thunder, and will look to bounce back against the Pistons on Friday. Tate should be monitored closely, but will need to garner an increased minute load to be rostered in most fantasy formats.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Danielle Lerner
October 24, 2025
Brooklyn Nets center
Danny Wolf (ankle) remains unavailable for Friday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers, as he recovers from a recent ankle injury suffered in Wednesday's shootaround. Wolf missed the season opener and has yet to make his NBA debut. He was the Nets fifth first-round pick in the 2025 draft, as they selected him No. 27 overall out of Michigan. The seven-footer can stretch the floor, shown by his 33.6% three-point shooting in college, but struggled at the line last year, shooting 59.4% from the stripe. Look for the Nets to mix Wolf in behind Nic Claxton once he returns.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Erik Slater
October 24, 2025
Brooklyn Nets shooting guard
Drake Powell (ankle) has been ruled out for the team's home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Powell appeared in just seven minutes of action in Wednesday's loss to the Hornets. Powell is currently stuck behind several wings on the depth chart. Powell started 24 of his 37 games in college at North Carolina, spacing the floor with his 37.9% three-point shooting. As the season progresses, look for the rebuilding Nets to ease Powell into the action, but until then, the rookie guard can be safely left on the waiver wire.
--Shaun AlbinSource: Erik Slater
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