January 27, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard
Darius Garland (toe) will miss a seventh consecutive game on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was back at practice on Monday, but Wednesday's game comes too soon for Garland to be ready to play. However, he could be available later in the week as the team plans to re-evaluate Garland soon. During Garland's absence, both
Donovan Mitchell and
Jaylon Tyson have stepped up as playmakers, while
Lonzo Ball's workload has increased.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Orlando Magic forward
Franz Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Battle of Florida against the Miami Heat. In mid-January, Wagner returned from an ankle injury, but he made only two appearances before landing back on the shelf. Wednesday's game will mark his fourth consecutive absence. Due to Wagner's ongoing injury woes,
Anthony Black has enjoyed increased playing time throughout the season. While Black's recent performances have been inconsistent, he remains an attractive fantasy option.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward/center
Draymond Green (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's clash against the Utah Jazz. The veteran, who is dealing with a minor back issue, sat out Monday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves as Golden State wrapped up a back-to-back set.
Al Horford (toe) is also on track to return, meaning
Gui Santos and
Quinten Post will likely head to the bench. The Warriors have an excellent fantasy matchup on Tuesday, facing an opponent that pushes the pace but struggles defensively. Green has posted 8.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game in January.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Kawhi Leonard (knee) has shaken off a questionable tag and will play on Tuesday against the Utah Jazz, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He's ready to make his third consecutive appearance despite nursing a left knee contusion. The Clippers have been on a roll recently, and largely thanks to Leonard's outstanding play. Leonard has averaged 31.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.4 steals over his last 15 appearances, during which the Clippers have gone 13-2. This run includes a 45-point effort from Leonard against Utah on Jan. 1.
--Taavi PailkSource: Law Murray
January 27, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Jordan Goodwin will make his third start of the season on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. With
Devin Booker (ankle),
Jalen Green (hamstring), and
Collin Gillespie (hand) all sidelined, the Suns are left shorthanded in the backcourt, and Goodwin will get a chance to make his first start since Nov. 24. In his previous two starts this season, Goodwin has averaged 11.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.0 steals. Given Phoenix's injury situation and the lack of offensive threats, it's reasonable to expect even bigger numbers from Goodwin on Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: Phoenix Suns
January 27, 2026
Denver Nuggets forward
Peyton Watson (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons. Watson was sidelined for the second leg of a back-to-back on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks as he dealt with sprains in both ankles. In his last outing, Watson dropped 35 points on the Washington Wizards. He has elevated his game this month, averaging 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.5 blocks, and 1.3 steals in 36.2 minutes per game. Watson will start Tuesday's contest alongside
Jamal Murray,
Jalen Pickett,
Spencer Jones, and
Jonas Valanciunas.
Julian Strawther and
Zeke Nnaji will drop to the bench, while
Aaron Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for the game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Denver Nuggets center
Jonas Valanciunas (calf) has been upgraded from probable to available for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Last week, Valanciunas returned from a calf injury, but he was held out of Friday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite missing three weeks, Valanciunas didn't show any rust against the Washington Wizards last Thursday, notching 16 points and nine rebounds in 22 minutes. He has a much trickier matchup on Tuesday against
Jalen Duren and the Pistons.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Denver Nuggets point guard
Jamal Murray (hamstring, hip) will play on Tuesday against
Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons. The Canadian star has dealt with several health issues recently and sat out Friday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He was initially listed as probable for Tuesday's tilt. With
Nikola Jokic (knee) on the shelf, Murray has taken on a much larger offensive load, averaging 29.0 points and 8.7 assists in January. His form will get a stern test on Tuesday against the NBA's second-best defense.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Aaron Wiggins will join the starting lineup on Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, replacing
Cason Wallace (hip). Across 11 previous starts this season, Wiggins has contributed 13.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He has a favorable fantasy matchup on Tuesday, as the Pelicans own the fourth-worst defensive rating in the league.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander,
Luguentz Dort,
Jaylin Williams, and
Chet Holmgren will also start for the Thunder.
--Taavi PailkSource: Justin Martinez
January 27, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Bobby Portis will take
Giannis Antetokounmpo's (calf) spot in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. This will likely be the first of several consecutive starts for Portis, as Antetokounmpo is set to miss multiple weeks with a calf strain. Across his previous six starts this season, Portis has produced 16.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game.
Ryan Rollins,
AJ Green,
Kyle Kuzma, and
Myles Turner will join Portis in the first unit on Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: Milwaukee Bucks
January 27, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) has shed a questionable tag and will play on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He exited the lineup on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets, opening the door for
Andre Drummond to start. On Tuesday, Drummond will return to a bench role. Embiid has feasted in his most recent appearances, finishing four consecutive games with 30-plus points. This stretch includes his 10th career triple-double.
--Taavi PailkSource: Philadelphia 76ers
January 27, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward
Paul George (knee) has been officially cleared for Tuesday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. He will make his return to the lineup after missing the first leg of a back-to-back on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets. George has averaged 14.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in 32.4 minutes per game across January. As a result of George's return,
Dominick Barlow must settle for a place on the bench against Milwaukee.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry (knee) is considered probable for Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. The veteran star is dealing with a knee issue and skipped the second leg of a back-to-back on Monday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. After receiving a probable tag on the injury report, it's safe to assume Curry will be back in action on Wednesday night. His return will send
Pat Spencer back to the bench, and he could completely fall out of the rotation, as Spencer had seen very little action in previous games prior to Monday. Curry's offensive production has dipped to 24.5 points per game in January, and Golden State needs more from him with
Jimmy Butler III (knee) done for the season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Phoenix Suns guard
Collin Gillespie (hand) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. He was added late to the injury report due to a hand injury, and the Suns have downgraded Gillespie's status from questionable to out. The Villanova product joins
Jalen Green (hamstring) and
Devin Booker (ankle) on the sidelines, leaving Phoenix with very few offensive options.
Grayson Allen,
Dillon Brooks, and
Jordan Goodwin are all set for larger roles in the attack, and
Jamaree Bouyea could see a significant bump in playing time with the backcourt absentees.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
January 27, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward
Cason Wallace (hip) will miss Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The team has downgraded him from questionable to out, depriving the Thunder of another regular rotation player. Wallace has started six of eight games since his most recent absence on Jan. 9. With Wallace out,
Aaron Wiggins and
Isaiah Joe could see extended minutes in Tuesday's favorable fantasy matchup against a team that allows the third-most points in the Association.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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