1 week agoSan Antonio Spurs guard
Devin Vassell (foot) is probable heading into Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. The 24-year-old is coming off a solid season, averaging a career-high 19.5 points in 68 games. Unfortunately, he suffered a stress fracture late in March and has been working his way back since. Without question, Vassell has untapped potential. While there's an excellent chance he'll be even more productive during the 2024-25 campaign, it could take him a few weeks to get back up to speed. It's unknown if Vassell will come off the bench or start in his first game back, whenever that will be. But he will likely see limited minutes, meaning
Stephon Castle, coming off a 14-point, six-assist showing, could see at least a few more starts.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoSan Antonio Spurs guard
Malaki Branham (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's contest versus the Utah Jazz. The 2022 No. 20 overall pick recorded a season-high 17 points in Thursday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers. But he tweaked his ankle late in the game and is now questionable against a Jazz team with only one victory during the 2024-25 campaign. Branham has played relatively well this season. However, he's not a consistent fantasy producer, and even if he plays, his outlook won't be as favorable if
Devin Vassell (foot) is back on the floor.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoUtah Jazz guard
Keyonte George (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs. The 21-year-old has played well this season, averaging a career-high 15.6 points and 6.4 assists. But he's in danger of missing the meeting with San Antonio because of foot soreness. If George can't get on the floor,
Jordan Clarkson would presumably take over his spot in the rotation, increasing his fantasy potential.
Collin Sexton and
Lauri Markkanen could also benefit from a production standpoint without George in the equation.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoToronto Raptors guard
Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Clippers. He hasn't played since the opener and has been on the shelf since because of a pelvic contusion. Fortunately, there's optimism the former Knick will be back soon, potentially as early as Saturday's game. It's unknown if Quickley will see limited minutes in his first game back, assuming he plays. But if he's not back on the floor,
Davion Mitchell, averaging 10.3 points, 6.8 assists, and 1.0 steals in eight starts this season, could continue to directly benefit.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoChicago Bulls guard
Zach LaVine (adductor) is questionable for Saturday's game in Atlanta. The 29-year-old last played in the win over Brooklyn on November 1, scoring 21 points while going 5-for-9 from behind the arc. However, he's missed the Bulls' previous three contests because of a right adductor strain. If LaVine can't return for Saturday's contest,
Ayo Dosunmu, averaging 14.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in three starts this season, should continue to fill the void in the rotation.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoMiami Heat forward
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will not suit up against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports. Jaquez has been out the last two games due to an illness, and the Heat are testing his conditioning before he returns to the lineup. While the 23-year-old is out of the team's rotation for the time being.
Nikola Jovic and
Josh Richardson will likely see an uptick in minutes.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Tim Reynolds
1 week agoAccording to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, Denver Nuggets guard
Jamal Murray (concussion) is expected to play versus the Miami Heat on Friday. Murray has missed three straight games after being placed in concussion protocol on November 1st after suffering a concussion versus the Timberwolves. If the 27-year-old's time on the court is limited on Friday, expect
Christian Braun and
Peyton Watson to grab some of the minutes that could be potentially available.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Bennett Durando
1 week agoPhoenix Suns guard/forward
Bradley Beal (elbow) will play on Friday versus the Mavericks. The elbow injury isn't anything new, so most were aware that there was a good chance he'd be out there on Friday night. With
Devin Booker (illness) also cleared to suit up, it should mean fewer minutes and scoring opportunities for
Royce O'Neale,
Grayson Allen, and
Tyus Jones.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Duane Rankin
1 week agoPhoenix Suns guard
Devin Booker (illness) will play on Friday versus the Dallas Mavericks. The sharpshooter was a late addition to the injury report because of an illness. However, he's good to go.
Bradley Beal (elbow) is also cleared to suit up, meaning fewer minutes and scoring opportunities will be available for guys like
Grayson Allen,
Royce O'Neale, and
Tyus Jones.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Duane Rankin
1 week agoGolden State Warriors forward/center
Draymond Green (knee) will be suiting up for Friday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Green was listed as questionable Friday morning due to a right knee contusion. The 34-year-old has played in all eight Warriors games this season, averaging 8.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.3 blocks in 27.5 minutes. If Green times is limited,
Trayce Jackson-Davis,
Kevon Looney, and
Kyle Anderson will all see an uptick in minutes.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Tom Withers
1 week agoCharlotte Hornets forward
Grant Williams (back) will take the court against the Pacers on Friday despite dealing with some lower back soreness earlier in the day. He was initially listed as probable after sustaining the injury during Wednesday's win over the Pistons. With
Miles Bridges (knee) out, the 25-year-old is expected to be part of the starting lineup. Across eight contests, Williams is averaging 8.6 points, 2.6 assists, and 4.0 rebounds in 26.0 minutes per game.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Charlotte Hornets PR
1 week agoMilwaukee Bucks guard
Gary Trent Jr. (back) won't play in Friday's meeting with the New York Knicks. The 25-year-old began the season in the starting lineup. However, he's struggled this season, resulting in a demotion to the bench in favor of
Andre Jackson Jr., who had seven points, four assists, and four steals in Thursday's win over the Utah Jazz. With that said, Trent wouldn't have been featured in most fantasy lineups, so his absence on Friday won't be much of a blow to managers.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Eric Nehm
1 week agoAccording to Orlando Magic beat writer Adam Koffler, New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green announced that power forward
Zion Williamson will not play in Friday's game against Orlando because of tightness in his left hamstring. The 24-year-old attempted to participate in the game on Wednesday but temporarily left due to an unspecified injury; however, he managed to complete the game. With Williamson unavailable,
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and
Daniel Theis are expected to receive more minutes on the court.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Adam Koffler
1 week agoIndiana Pacers guard
T.J. McConnell (illness) won't play in Friday's matchup with the Hornets. The veteran was listed as questionable. But an illness will keep him off the floor against Charlotte. McConnell isn't a consistent fantasy producer, considering he has averaged 9.8 points and 4.1 assists this season. However, his absence could mean more work for
Ben Sheppard, who will likely draw value attention from DFS managers on Friday evening.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Tony East
1 week agoBoston Celtics center
Luke Kornet (hamstring) won't play on Friday versus the Nets. With
Kristaps Porzingis (foot) sidelined, Kornet has been getting some work from off the bench for the C's. However, he injured his hamstring in Wednesday's matchup with the Warriors and will now miss his first contest of the 2024-25 campaign.
Al Horford will handle things in the middle. But there's room for
Xavier Tillman Sr. to get more involved, although fantasy managers will be taking a risk by putting him in the starting lineup.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Luke Kornet
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