Daniel Theis is Probable for Friday
Daniel Theis (finger) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Theis missed Wednesday's game due to a finger issue, but was able to go through shootaround on Friday. He should continue to hold fantasy value in at least deep leagues while seeing 20 plus minutes a game.
Source: Jay King
Boston Celtics center Source: Jay King
Daniel Theis Sits Out Friday's Game
Daniel Theis (thumb) will not face his former friends in green on Friday, as he has been ruled out for a matchup against the Boston Celtics. It's not a surprise that Theis isn't available, as he was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report. Starting center Yves Missi might have to do a bit more on Friday with Theis out, with Karlo Matkovic and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl logging time as his backups. Missi has had a good rookie campaign, but he currently finds himself in an offensive slump, having gone scoreless in back-to-back games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Source: NBA Injury Report
Daniel Theis Doubtful To Face Celtics On Friday
Daniel Theis (thumb) is considered doubtful on Friday against the Boston Celtics with a thumb sprain. The veteran big man picked up the injury in their last game against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. If he does get downgraded to out, Yves Missi should be in line for some big minutes at center. Zion Williamson also will spend some time at the five in small-ball lineups while Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will get more opportunities. Missi is the best streaming option after registering seven rebounds, one assist, and four blocks in their last contest. He's not recommended for managers that may need scoring stats though.
Source: NBA Injury Report
New Orleans Pelicans center Source: NBA Injury Report
Daniel Theis Likely To Suit Up Friday
Daniel Theis (ankle) is on track to play Friday against the Indiana Pacers, according to head coach Willie Green. The 32-year-old exited early in Wednesday's loss to Golden State with a right ankle issue, but it appears he'll be able to suit up without any missed time. Over his first five games of the season, Theis has averaged 4.0 points and 4.4 rebounds as a reliable role player. Expect him to resume his usual role barring any last-minute setbacks.
Source: Madeline Adams
New Orleans Pelicans center Source: Madeline Adams
Daniel Theis Hurts Right Ankle On Wednesday
Daniel Theis suffered an ankle injury in Wednesday's game against Golden State. He had soaked in just five minutes of action before hurting his right ankle. The German big man finished the contest scoreless while recording three rebounds. Theis has kicked off the year as New Orleans' starting center, averaging 4.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks in 16.0 minutes. Yves Missi will be in line for more playing time if Theis has to miss additional time, although the rookie himself battled a hip problem on Wednesday. With two bigs limited by health issues, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl logged a season-high 23 minutes. He had nine points with five rebounds and three assists. Robinson-Earl could be a speculative add for fantasy managers if Missi joins Theis on the sidelines.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans center Source: New Orleans Pelicans
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