Ja'Kobe Walter Out Wednesday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) won't play on Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers. He hurt his right hip on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers and won't be available for a second consecutive game. Due to RJ Barrett's (ankle) absence, Walter started on Sunday. After he joined Barrett in the infirmary, Jamal Shead maintained […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Remains Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) will miss a 10th consecutive game on Wednesday against the Washington Wizards. The Serbian veteran has been managing a left hamstring injury since late December and doesn't have a set timeline for his return. With Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) also out of the lineup, Jordan Miller and Kobe […]

Max Christie Could Miss Wednesday's Game Due to Illness

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Max Christie (illness) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Christie is battling an illness and may be absent from the Mavericks' lineup for the first time since Dec. 22. The 22-year-old has made eight straight starts, averaging 15.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists over that span. […]

Cam Thomas Available Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (hamstring) will be active on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. The team has removed Thomas from the injury report after he sat out Monday's loss to the Dallas Mavericks to manage his left hamstring injury. Thomas has been limited to 22.8 minutes per game this month, averaging 14.0 points, […]

RJ Barrett to Miss Third Straight Game Wednesday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (ankle) won't be in action on Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers, missing a third consecutive game. With Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) also sidelined, Jamal Shead is likely to maintain a starting role on Wednesday night. Shead started both games of a recent back-to-back against the Philadelphia 76ers and had two very […]

VJ Edgecombe Considered Probable for Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (adductor) is on the injury report with a probable tag ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 20-year-old is dealing with a left adductor contusion, but the issue isn't expected to keep him off the floor against Cleveland. When these teams first faced off this season, Edgecombe managed […]

Paul George Listed as Probable for Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran star has played in 10 of the last 11 games and is expected to suit up on Wednesday. George has struggled with his shot lately, averaging 15.5 points in January. Over his last two outings, George has connected […]

Norman Powell Good to Go on Tuesday

According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (back) will play against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Powell was sidelined for Sunday's 124-112 loss to the Thunder due to soreness in his lower back. With Powell active, Pelle Larsson will return to Miami's second unit after stepping up […]

Luke Kennard Sidelined Tuesday

Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports that Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (neck) won't play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Kennard is dealing with a neck sprain and will miss the second night of a back-to-back. The 29-year-old sharpshooter played 20 minutes on Sunday, finishing with 22 points and six […]

Luke Kennard Uncertain for Tuesday Against the Lakers

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (neck) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup in Los Angeles against the Lakers, who are on the second night of a back-to-back. Kennard played 20 minutes on Sunday and had 22 points while knocking down six triples. He has scored at least eight points in each of his last seven games, […]

Devin Vassell Remains Out Tuesday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell (adductor) will miss an eighth straight game on Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson said Saturday that Vassell's rehab is going well, but there isn't a timetable for his return. Julian Champagnie will continue to start in Vassell's absence. He has posted three double-doubles […]

Christian Braun Unavailable Tuesday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) has been listed as out for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Braun appears to have suffered a setback in his recovery from an ankle injury. Prior to Sunday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks, the team initially listed Braun as probable on the injury report, but he ultimately […]

Coby White Sits Out First Leg of Back-to-Back

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (calf) won't play on Tuesday night against the Houston Rockets. The Bulls begin a back-to-back, and White will miss the first game to manage a right calf injury. Josh Giddey (hamstring) isn't ready to return either, meaning the trio of Tre Jones, Ayo Dosunmu, and Kevin Huerter will continue to […]

Josh Giddey to Remain Out Tuesday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (hamstring) will be sidelined for a seventh consecutive game on Tuesday against the Houston Rockets. He was only a limited participant in Monday's practice. However, Giddey's return to the lineup could be near, as the team plans to re-evaluate him this week. In the meantime, Tre Jones will continue to […]

Norman Powell Uncertain for Tuesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (back) is on the injury report with a questionable tag ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Phoenix Suns. He's experiencing soreness in his lower back and may be absent for a second consecutive game. Pelle Larsson filled in for Powell in the first unit on Sunday against the Oklahoma City […]

Deni Avdija Ruled Out for Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Deni Avdija (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Avdija sat out the end of Sunday's loss to the New York Knicks due to a back injury, and unfortunately, he will miss more time on Tuesday. Fortunately for Portland, Jrue Holiday returned on Sunday and […]

Brandon Ingram Available Monday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Brandon Ingram (thumb) will rejoin the lineup on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He's back after missing two games with a sprained right thumb. Ingram will start the contest alongside Immanuel Quickley, Jamal Shead, Scottie Barnes, and Collin Murray-Boyles. In two early-season meetings with Philadelphia, Ingram averaged 21.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and […]

Paul George Good to Go Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) will play in Monday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He was a late scratch on Sunday against Toronto due to knee soreness, but luckily, George will make a quick return to the lineup. The veteran has averaged 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 blocks, and 1.6 steals through […]

Jaylen Brown Won't Play Monday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (back) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. This looked likely to happen after Brown was handed a doubtful tag on the injury report. The 2024 Finals MVP is bothered by lower back spasms. Brown's absence will put the ball more in the hands of Payton […]

Ziaire Williams Misses Second Straight Game

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ziaire Williams (illness) will miss a second straight game on Monday against the Dallas Mavericks. He is battling an illness and will end up sitting out both games of a back-to-back set. Williams also didn't play in Friday's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, but that was because of a coach's decision. […]

Cam Thomas Won't Play Monday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (hamstring) won't be in the lineup on Monday against the Dallas Mavericks. The Nets are wrapping up a back-to-back, and Thomas will sit out to manage a left hamstring injury. Thomas missed nearly two months because of the injury, and the team is being cautious with him. Drake Powell and […]

Anthony Edwards Sidelined For Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (foot) will sit out Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks due to right foot injury maintenance. Edwards will have the night off after playing in 13 straight games. He should be back in the lineup for Friday's clash with the Rockets in Houston. While the 24-year-old franchise cornerstone is sidelined, veteran […]

RJ Barrett Remains Out Monday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, missing a second consecutive game. Barrett sprained his left ankle last week, and it might take a while until he's ready to play again. With Toronto battling injuries, Jamal Shead has joined the starting five, and he made […]

Ja'Kobe Walter Unavailable Monday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Ja'Kobe Walter (hip) won't be in the lineup on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He will sit out at least one game due to a hip injury sustained in Sunday's win over Philadelphia. RJ Barrett (ankle) will also be sidelined on Monday, opening the door for additional minutes for Jamal Shead, Gradey […]

Ace Bailey Good to Go Monday

Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (hip) will be welcomed back into the lineup on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 19-year-old rookie has played in only one of the last eight games and was initially listed as questionable for Monday's tilt due to a hip issue. Bailey performed well before his injury, averaging 10.2 points […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 13: 1/12/26 -1/18/26

It's an absolute "streamers' dream" this week as we have no fewer than six (and no more than nine) games every day in Week 13. We do have some teams on two-game weeks to avoid, and one team with the coveted five-game week as well. As a reminder, I have been using the 25% rostered […]

Aaron Holiday is Moving into Starting Five

Houston Rockets guard Aaron Holiday will move into the starting five ahead of Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He'll take over with the starting unit with Tari Eason (ankle) ruled out. A shift into the starting five doesn't exactly make Holiday an appealing fantasy option. This season, Holiday is averaging 6.3 points, 0.9 rebounds, […]

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 […]