2 hours agoWashington Wizards center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He rolled his ankle during their last contest, but was able to stay in the game. The oft-injured big man could very well sit out especially after playing 35 minutes in that game. Daniel Gafford would likely be asked to move into the starting five if Porzingis sits out. He's a nice source of rebounds and blocks, but doesn't offer much more than that. Kyle Kuzma would be the player that probably benefits the most in terms of fantasy production.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

2 hours agoSacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (foot) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The stud guard has been struggling lately, so possibly the right foot soreness is the reason for his problems. That being said, it wouldn't be shocking to see the Kings give him the night off to rest. His absence would likely result in Davion Mitchell moving into the starting five. He hasn't made much of an impact this season, but that is mainly because he doesn't have consistent playing time. He'd be a favorable streaming option if he starts in place of Fox on Friday.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

3 hours agoMemphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (shoulder) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran big man appears to be dealing with shoulder soreness, but might be able to play through it. Otherwise, head coach Taylor Jenkins will likely go with Brandon Clarke or Santi Aldama in the starting five. Between the two, Clarke is the better fantasy option. He finished with 17 points and eight rebounds during their last contest. Fantasy managers should check the waiver wire to see if Clarke is available.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

3 hours agoUtah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (illness) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He sat out of their last game, which resulted in Walker Kessler drawing the start. The rookie big man finished with 10 points and 12 rebounds across 24 minutes in that spot start. The expectation is that he'll be asked to draw another start if Markkanen is unable to play on Friday. That being said, Kessler would be a popular fantasy asset if he starts again.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Eric Walden

3 hours agoPortland Trail Blazers guard Keon Johnson (hip) is available for Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. This will be the first time that Johnson has played since November 5th. The expectation is that the Blazers are going to limit him during his first game back. Johnson could see more minutes going forward with Nassir Little (hip) sidelined, but it's not enough to warrant rostering Johnson in most fantasy formats.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Trail Blazers PR

4 hours agoMay the drama in Atlanta continue. Hawks point guard Dejounte Murray (ankle) is expected to miss two weeks due to an ankle sprain. Murray's absence will be felt with the Hawks outside looking in on the Eastern Conference elites. His backcourt mate Trae Young hasn't shot the ball well, evident in his 28 percent three-point shooting, leaving the Hawks in a tough spot. Perhaps the Hawks will find something to do with John Collins without Murray. The Hawks currently rank 19th in offensive rating, which is a troubling sign for a team that doesn't have an elite defense.--Lance Roberson - RotoBallerSource: Shams Charania

8 hours agoSan Antonio Spurs guard/forward Josh Richardson (ankle) is regarded as probable for Thursday's meeting with the Rockets. He's been sidelined for the last six games with a right ankle sprain, but it looks like Richardson will be able to make his comeback Thursday night. We could end up seeing a lot of him as well, with Devin Vassell (knee) likely to miss the game. Richardson has the ability to help out fantasy managers in multiple areas, and he's been averaging 10.2 points and 2.2 rebounds this season in 22.8 minutes with 3.0 assists and 0.7 steals.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

9 hours agoSan Antonio Spurs power forward Keita Bates-Diop (foot) will miss Thursday's contest against the Rockets. He is listed out with a left mid-foot sprain and is forced to take a breather in the middle of a really good spell. Bates-Diop was promoted to the starting lineup last week and he went on to have three consecutive games with double-figure scoring before getting hurt. He's been averaging 7.9 points a night for the whole season with 2.9 rebounds in 18.1 minutes. Both Doug McDermott (ankle) and Josh Richardson (ankle) appear on track to return Thursday and should pick up most of Diop's minutes.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

9 hours agoHouston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate (ankle) has to sit out another game Thursday versus the Spurs. He's been nursing a right ankle problem since the end of October, and whilst Tate was cleared to start running again Monday, he still isn't ready to play. It will be his 18th game out. Tate also missed the start of the season, so he's been limited to just three appearances in 2022-23. The 27-year has been a guy who does a bit of everything for the team and his absence has been a bad blow, but it has also allowed youngsters like Jabari Smith Jr., Kenyon Martin Jr. and Tari Eason to log more minutes and develop quicker.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

9 hours agoMiami Heat guard/forward Max Strus (shoulder) is regarded as probable for Thursday's clash with the Clippers. Miami has almost the whole team on the injury report, but they will need to have somebody on the court and it appears likely that Strus will be one of them, with him only dealing with right shoulder impingement. Strus has missed just two games all season, and various injuries have allowed him to play a prominent role on the team. The 22-year-old is Heat's fourth top scorer with a 14.5-point average, and Strus has also tallied 3.5 rebounds with 1.7 assists and 0.9 steals.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report

9 hours agoToronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam cashed in a big double-double during the team's 126-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. He registered 25 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and two steals on 10-for-20 shooting overall and 4-for-5 shooting from the free throw line. He was tied with Fred VanVleet for the team-high in points but had the best plus/minus at +22. Siakam's efficiency has been through the roof during the last 10 games as he's been shooting 51% from the floor.--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

9 hours agoLos Angeles Clippers guard/forward Terance Mann (concussion) will miss Thursday's game against Miami. He unfortunately finds himself in concussion protocol and has to miss his first game of the season after having a very good performance against Orlando Wednesday. Mann posted 19 points with nine rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in a 116-111 overtime loss. Luke Kennard (calf) and John Wall (knee) are both available again Thursday and should pick up Mann's minutes. He's been averaging 22 minutes per game for the season, so it's a good opportunity for Kennard and Wall to make a bigger impact than usual.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Ohm Youngmisuk

9 hours agoChicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic turned in a vintage performance at home against the Washington Wizards. The 32-year-old posted 25 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks while shooting 62.5% on 16 attempts and 3-for-5 from beyond the arc. His numbers may be down from some of his best years in Orlando, but the fact that he's the healthiest player on the Bulls besides DeMar DeRozan should count for something. He has yet to miss a game and should still be very valuable across all fantasy formats.--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

9 hours agoNew Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson posted a strong double-double in the team's 104-98 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. The former first-overall pick finished with 29 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block while shooting 11-for-16 from the floor and 7-for-11 from the charity stripe. He's looked more and more unstoppable ever since his one poor outing against the Golden State Warriors. Across his last seven games, Williamson has averaged 26.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.7 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game.--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: ESPN

9 hours agoLos Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) will sit out Thursday's matchup against the Heat. This is an expected move, as the team completes a back-to-back set. Leonard did a solid job against Orlando Wednesday with 14 points, seven rebounds and three assists in 30 minutes. It was only his seventh appearance of the season, and the injury-prone star clearly isn't in a state where he can play on back-to-back nights. With Kawhi on the shelf, the ball will mostly go through Paul George on Thursday, while Reggie Jackson and John Wall should have more opportunities offensively as well.--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Ohm Youngmisuk