Christian Braun is Downgraded to Out

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) has been downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Braun was originally probable, but will now sit out Sunday's game due to an ankle problem. His absence should mean that Bruce Brown will move into the starting five. Brown has been an inconsistent fantasy option, […]

Kevin Porter Jr. is Available to Play on Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (hip) is officially available ahead of Sunday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Porter was listed as probable earlier in the day due to a left hip contusion. It won't be enough to hold him out of this game, so he should play his regular role in the rotation. Porter […]

Tyler Herro to Suit Up on Sunday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (toe, ribs) has been cleared to suit up for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Herro is working through a pair of injuries, but will play through them during the second leg of the back-to-back on Sunday. It didn't seem to impact him on Saturday when he dropped 21 […]

Norman Powell Ruled Out for Sunday's Game

Miami Heat guard Norman Powell (back) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Powell was a late addition to the injury report due to lower back soreness. It's the second night of a back-to-back set, so the Heat will take the cautious approach and hold out Powell. With him sidelined, […]

Jrue Holiday Cleared to Suit Up Versus New York

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) will play on Sunday against the Knicks. He hasn't played in nearly two months. As a result, it may take him at least a few contests to find his footing. With that said, Holiday was averaging 16.7 points before going down with the injury, his highest in years, […]

Dennis Schroder Suspended for Three Games for Attempting to Strike Another Player

Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder has been suspended for three games for confronting and attempting to strike another player, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. The German veteran reportedly waited 40 minutes after the Kings' loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Dec. 28 before approaching an unnamed player and initiating an altercation. Schroder's suspension will start […]

Christian Braun Considered Probable for Sunday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) is probable for Sunday's tilt against the Milwaukee Bucks. He is expected to make his third consecutive appearance. Braun recently returned from an ankle injury, and he's had a very tough time shaking off the rust. In three outings since his return, Braun has averaged 4.0 points and 3.5 […]

Spencer Jones May Miss Another Game Sunday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (ankle, illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks. He hurt his left ankle this week and is also battling an illness. Due to his health issues, Jones may be absent for a second consecutive game. If Jones doesn't return on Sunday, Hunter Tyson could make […]

Josh Hart Tagged as Questionable for Sunday

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers. It looks like the veteran has a chance to return from an eight-game absence against his former team. Hart's return to action may end Miles McBride's stint as a starter, though it's possible he will operate […]

RJ Barrett Unavailable Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has been ruled out after injuring his left ankle in Friday's loss to the Boston Celtics. It's unfortunate to see Barrett back on the shelf, as he only recently returned from a knee injury. Scottie Barnes (knee) and Brandon Ingram […]

Brandon Ingram Could Remain Out Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Brandon Ingram (thumb) is considered questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers. He hurt his right thumb earlier this week and missed his first game of the season on Friday against the Boston Celtics. Another absence is now looming for Ingram. Ja'Kobe Walter started in Ingram's place on Friday night and […]

Scottie Barnes Uncertain for Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Scottie Barnes (knee) is listed as questionable for a meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. He could be out for a second consecutive game due to a right knee sprain. RJ Barrett (ankle) has already been ruled out, and the Raptors may also be without Brandon Ingram (thumb). Immanuel Quickley, who […]

Kevin Huerter Active on Saturday Night

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Kevin Huerter (back) will play in Saturday's contest against the Dallas Mavericks. The team has upgraded Huerter from questionable to available. Huerter has been a starter in back-to-back games for the Bulls, though his fantasy production has been underwhelming. Due to Jalen Smith's (concussion) return on Saturday, Huerter may drop to the […]

Julian Champagnie Will Play Saturday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Julian Champagnie (back) has received the green light to play on Saturday night against the Boston Celtics, Matt Guzman of Sports Illustrated reports. He was initially listed as questionable for the game. Champagnie has quietly had a solid campaign with the Spurs, averaging 11.1 points and 5.9 rebounds, both career highs. […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Good to Go Saturday

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will be active on Saturday against the Indiana Pacers. He landed on the injury report late with a questionable tag after picking up a stomach bug. However, Jaquez Jr. has now been cleared for action. The 24-year-old has also recently dealt with an ankle injury, missing two games. […]

RJ Barrett Ruled Out for Remainder of Friday with Ankle Injury

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (ankle) was ruled out for the rest of Friday's game against Boston after logging 28 minutes. He finished with 19 points, four rebounds, and seven assists before exiting. Barrett's next chance to play comes Sunday versus Philadelphia. Toronto's injury list remains crowded, with Brandon Ingram (thumb), Scottie Barnes (knee), and […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Exits in Second Quarter Friday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (jaw) exited Friday's loss to Oklahoma City in the second quarter and did not return, finishing with two points, one rebound, one assist, and one steal in 10 minutes. His availability for Sunday against Brooklyn is uncertain. If Caldwell-Pope misses time, Vince Williams Jr. and GG Jackson II stand to […]

Tari Eason Exits Friday with Ankle Sprain

Houston Rockets guard/forward Tari Eason (ankle) did not return to Friday's game against Portland after suffering a right ankle sprain and logged just 16 minutes. He finished with six points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block before exiting in the third quarter. Eason's status bears close monitoring after he averaged 12.8 points, […]

Kevin Huerter May Miss Saturday's Game vs. Mavericks

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Kevin Huerter (back) is questionable for Saturday against Dallas after missing Thursday's game. With Josh Giddey (hamstring) sidelined for multiple weeks, Huerter's status carries added fantasy weight. If he sits, Ayo Dosunmu and Tre Jones should continue handling expanded roles. Over his last five games, Dosunmu has averaged 16.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, […]

Julian Champagnie May Sit Saturday vs. Boston

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Julian Champagnie (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against Boston due to mid-back soreness. With Devin Vassell (adductor) sidelined, Champagnie has stepped into a larger role, starting and averaging 19.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes. If he sits, wing minutes open up. Keldon Johnson becomes […]

Ace Bailey Misses Second Straight Game

Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte, missing a second straight contest with a left hip flexor strain. His absence opens additional wing minutes and usage. Brice Sensabaugh continues to benefit but has delivered modest returns, averaging 11.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.4 three-pointers in […]

Andrew Nembhard Could Miss Another Game Saturday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is in danger of missing a second consecutive game, as the team listed him as questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Nembhard couldn't play on Thursday versus the Charlotte Hornets due to a sore lower back. Quenton Jackson started in his place, while T.J. McConnell and Ben […]

Bruce Brown Active Against Hawks

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Bruce Brown (knee) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Friday's encounter with the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran swingman is ready to play despite dealing with inflammation in his right knee. Brown had a busy night as a starter on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers, but he will come off the […]

Christian Braun Cleared to Play Friday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) will suit up for Friday's clash against the Atlanta Hawks. The team upgraded Braun's status from probable to available. This will be Braun's third game since his return from an ankle injury. His first couple of efforts since the injury have been underwhelming, as the 24-year-old has averaged 4.0 […]

Spencer Jones Won't Play Friday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (ankle, illness) will not play on Friday night against the Atlanta Hawks. He's dealing with inflammation in his right ankle and an illness. Jones has been a regular starter for Denver since late November. The team has several options to replace him in the starting unit, including Aaron Gordon, Tim […]

Anthony Edwards Tagged as Questionable for Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Even though he's been listed as questionable for a number of games recently due to a right foot injury, the Timberwolves star has managed to stay in the lineup. He also went head-to-head with the Cavaliers on Thursday, […]

Cedric Coward Available to Play on Friday

Memphis Grizzlies rookie guard Cedric Coward (ankle) is listed as available to play Friday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Coward has missed the previous two games with a left ankle sprain but is off the injury report and will return Friday. The rookie has been a lone bright spot for the Grizzlies this season, averaging […]

Jrue Holiday Downgraded to Out

Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (calf) will remain on the shelf for Friday's tilt against the Houston Rockets. The team has downgraded Holiday on the injury report from doubtful to out. The veteran guard will miss his 27th straight game due to a right calf strain. Although Holiday will sit out again on Friday, […]

Cason Wallace Listed as Out for Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (toe) is listed as out for Friday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Wallace is set to miss his first game since October 23rd due to a sore left toe. The 22-year-old guard has averaged 7.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 27 minutes. Wallace also leads the […]

Vince Williams Jr. Available to Play on Friday

Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard Vince Williams Jr. (knee) is available to play Friday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Williams returned Monday, playing 22 minutes and recording 15 points, six rebounds, and five assists. After missing the second half of Tuesday's back-to-back, Williams is set to play and have a big role against the defending champions. […]