Egor Demin to Miss Second Straight Game

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin (foot) will miss Tuesday's game against Miami, sidelined for a second straight contest while managing a left plantar fascia issue. His next chance to return comes Thursday in a rematch with the Heat. Nolan Traore should continue handling expanded responsibility after posting 17 points, two assists, one rebound, one triple, […]

Coby White Ruled Out vs. Dallas

Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (calf) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks for left calf injury management, the first leg of a back-to-back set before Wednesday's matchup in Boston. White is averaging 18 minutes per game with a 34 percent usage rate in a reserve role, but his absence does not […]

Donovan Mitchell Out Tuesday vs. Detroit

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (groin) will miss Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons, marking his fourth straight absence due to a right groin strain. His next chance to return will come Sunday against Boston. James Harden is expected to shoulder more of the offensive load, making him the primary fantasy beneficiary. Sam Merrill and Jaylon […]

Trae Young Ready to Make Wizards Debut on Thursday

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Washington Wizards guard Trae Young (knee/quadriceps) is set to make his debut with his new team on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. The 27-year-old star guard has been out of action since Dec. 27 due to a right MCL sprain and a right quadriceps contusion. He sustained the injuries […]

Jaylen Brown Out Monday

NBA reporter Marc Stein reports that Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (illness) won't suit up against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. Brown is feeling under the weather and will miss the back end of a back-to-back after posting 27 points, eight rebounds and eight assists in 38 minutes during Sunday's 114-98 win over Philadelphia. With […]

Cameron Johnson Exits with Ankle Issue in Loss

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) exited Sunday's 117-108 loss to the Timberwolves in the fourth quarter and did not return, finishing with four rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes. Johnson came in dealing with right ankle soreness, had trouble finding his rhythm, and now has little recovery time before the trip to Utah. […]

Klay Thompson Leaves Game After Second-Quarter Injury

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (adductor) did not return to Sunday's game against the Thunder after sustaining a right-adductor contusion in the second quarter. Thompson finished with seven points and one assist in 14 minutes before being ruled out. His absence leaves second-unit wing minutes up for grabs, and A.J. Johnson stepped into a larger […]

Kris Dunn Leaves Game After Taking Elbow to Head

Los Angeles Clippers guard Kris Dunn (head) left Sunday's win over the Pelicans after taking an inadvertent elbow to the back of his head and did not return. Coach Tyronn Lue said Dunn was "good" postgame, and with the outcome already decided, the issue does not appear serious. Dunn is averaging 27.7 minutes with a […]

Kyshawn George Could Miss Game Against Houston

Washington Wizards guard/forward Kyshawn George (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets after being limited to 15 minutes in Saturday's loss to Toronto. The second-year wing has averaged 29.1 minutes with a 21.7 percent usage rate as a starter, though his workload has fluctuated while managing the knee issue. If he sits, Will […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 19: 3/2-3/8

One thing that has become more apparent to me this year than in any previous year of covering fantasy basketball is that there are so many readers who are playing in leagues that are using standard settings. I am very comfortable in 12-team, 9-CAT H2H leagues, but I realize that many of you are playing […]

Russell Westbrook Off Injury Report Sunday

Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (thigh) is off the injury report and expected to play Sunday against the Lakers. He sat out Thursday's win over Dallas due to a thigh contusion but is ready to return. Over his last five appearances, the veteran has averaged 15.2 points, 2.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.4 three-pointers. His […]

Donovan Mitchell to Miss Third Straight Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with Brooklyn, marking his third straight absence. The team does not anticipate a long-term issue, though he remains day-to-day heading into Tuesday. If James Harden (thumb) is unable to play, Cleveland would have even more offensive workload and minutes to spread around […]

Cooper Flagg Remains Sidelined Sunday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with Oklahoma City, stretching his absence to seven games because of a midfoot sprain. He is trending toward missing Tuesday as well. With P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful and Naji Marshall (finger) carrying a questionable tag, Dallas may be forced to lean heavily […]

Keyonte George is Available to Play on Saturday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. It has been a tough month for George, who has only appeared in one contest during February. He has missed six straight games before getting cleared ahead of Saturday's contest. It wouldn't be shocking to see […]

De'Anthony Melton is Returning on Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) has been cleared to play ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Melton is back in the mix after sitting out Wednesday's win due to left knee injury management. Given he has only missed one game, Melton should have his normal workload on Saturday. Over the […]

Deni Avdija Likely to Miss Another Game

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Hornets and is tracking toward a third straight absence. His 29.0 usage rate leaves a sizable offensive gap. In Thursday's win over Chicago, Kris Murray started and logged 28 minutes with 10 points, five rebounds, and three assists, while […]

Quenton Jackson Earns Three-Year Deal with Pacers

Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson had his two-way agreement converted to a three-year standard deal Friday. The 27-year-old is in his third season with Indiana and has steadily grown from a little-used two-way guard into a trusted reserve ball handler. His athleticism and ability to pressure the paint have made him a natural fit in […]

Devin Booker Targeting Return Tuesday Or Thursday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (hip) is trending toward a return Tuesday in Sacramento or Thursday against Chicago after missing four straight games with a right hip strain. The All-Star has appeared sparingly since late January and is likely to face some form of minutes management once cleared. In 44 games, Booker is averaging 24.7 […]

Norman Powell Considered Week-to-Week

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (groin) is considered week-to-week after sustaining a right groin strain Thursday against Philadelphia, likely sidelining him for multiple games. Powell had been operating as a high-usage scorer, so his absence opens meaningful offensive volume. Tyler Herro, who posted 25 points with four triples, four rebounds, and seven assists in 32 […]

Spencer Jones, Julian Strawther Good to Go Vs. Thunder

Denver Nuggets forward Spencer Jones (shoulder) and forward Julian Strawther (toe) are available for Friday's game against Oklahoma City. Jones has been managing a right shoulder strain but will continue in a reserve role after posting six points and seven rebounds in 26 minutes against Boston. He has averaged 5.0 points and 5.3 rebounds in […]

Jamal Murray, Jalen Pickett Cleared To Play Friday

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (illness) and guard Jalen Pickett (knee) are available for Friday's game against Oklahoma City. Murray saw only brief action in Wednesday's win over Boston because of illness but is set to resume his full workload as the starting point guard. He remains a strong fantasy play given his 28.4 percent […]

Caleb Martin is Unavailable on Friday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Caleb Martin (back) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. This sounds like a minor issue, so hopefully Martin will return for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Mavs are banged up with P.J. Washington (ankle), Cooper Flagg (foot), and Klay Thompson (rest) all absent […]

Klay Thompson is Resting on Friday

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (rest) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Unsurprisingly, the Mavs have decided to rest the veteran guard in the second leg of the back-to-back set. The expectation is that Thompson will be back in the mix for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. […]

Cedric Coward to Miss Sixth Straight Game

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Dallas due to a sprained knee. The rookie wing is set to miss his sixth straight game, and Memphis has shown little urgency in rushing him back. Jaylen Wells should continue to see steady minutes after logging eight points, two rebounds, three […]

Norman Powell Leaves Game with Groin Injury

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (groin) did not return to Thursday's game against Philadelphia after sustaining a setback with his right groin in the second quarter. He finished with three points, three rebounds, and two assists in 10 minutes before being ruled out. Powell had been averaging 22.5 points in 30.0 minutes, so his absence […]

Stephon Castle Cleared to Play Thursday vs. Nets

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (hip) is available for Thursday's game against Brooklyn after being listed as questionable with left hip tightness. The second-year guard has averaged 15.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.0 three-pointers across 25.0 minutes over his last five outings and logged 28 minutes in Wednesday's win, signaling no workload […]

Norman Powell Active On Thursday

According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (groin) will suit up against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday. Powell was a late addition to his team's injury report on Thursday afternoon due to groin soreness, but he's since been cleared to play. The 32-year-old has made three appearances since the […]

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Won't Play on Thursday

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (foot) won't play in Thursday's rematch with Washington. The Hawks are also down Jalen Johnson (hip), meaning there will be plenty of shots up for grabs. There are several directions head coach Quin Snyder can go regarding the starting lineup. However, CJ McCollum, Onyeka Okongwu, and Jonathan Kuminga may be […]

Jalen Suggs Returning on Thursday Night

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (back) will return from his three-game absence on Thursday versus Houston. Tristan da Silva had been starting while Suggs was on the shelf, most recently amassing 13 points, six rebounds, and two steals in Tuesday's 110-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Although it's realistic to assume Suggs might see […]

Malik Monk Uncertain for Thursday Against Dallas

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) is dealing with ankle soreness and may not be available when his team finishes their back-to-back in Texas with a game against the Mavericks. Monk only had seven points in 19 minutes on Wednesday, but had double-digit points in five straight before that. Russell Westbrook (thigh) and Keegan Murray […]