1 week agoAtlanta Hawks forward
De'Andre Hunter (knee) could be back in action against the Knicks on Wednesday. He has been listed as questionable for the game. Hunter has been absent for the last six contests, which has given
Zaccharie Risacher an opportunity to roll with the starters. The top pick of this year's draft has struggled for consistency and was largely ineffective coming off the bench at the start of the season. Hunter, on the other hand, was in fine form before getting hurt, averaging 18.0 points and 6.5 rebounds with 40 percent shooting from deep.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoNew York Knicks guard
Cameron Payne (hamstring) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against Atlanta. Payne missed his first game of the season on Monday versus Houston due to a hamstring strain. The veteran has averaged 15.4 minutes as a backup in New York, posting 5.6 points and 3.2 assists.
Tyler Kolek gets more of a look in the rotation without Payne, but he doesn't provide anything for fantasy managers.
Miles McBride also has a chance to play more. However, he was a massive disappointment against the Rockets, with a 0-for-9 effort from the field and zero points across 26 minutes.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoGolden State Warriors shooting guard
Brandin Podziemski (illness) will be available for Wednesday's fascinating matchup against Boston. The 21-year-old couldn't complete Monday's meeting with Washington due to an illness but has recovered. Podziemski has been battling shooting woes at the start of the campaign, hitting less than 38 percent of his shots. He's nailed only 18.2 percent of his three-point attempts, averaging 9.3 points with 5.3 rebounds and 4.0 assists.
Stephen Curry's return on Monday sent Podziemski back to the bench, where he has been inconsistent with his performances.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoGolden State Warriors guard
De'Anthony Melton (back) will miss a fifth consecutive game on Wednesday versus Boston. He's battling a lower back problem, leaving the Warriors without a versatile backcourt option.
Moses Moody,
Buddy Hield, and
Brandin Podziemski (illness) are all in a position to benefit. Hield, who has scored 20-plus points in four consecutive games, deserves the most attention from fantasy managers. Melton's next chance to return comes on Friday versus Cleveland.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoIndiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (knee) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of Wednesday's contest against Orlando. Nembhard missed one game last week due to a knee issue and continues to nurse soreness in his left knee.
Ben Sheppard and
T.J. McConnell would see more minutes if Nembhard is unavailable. The latter is definitely the better fantasy option, although Sheppard has also looked good early in the campaign and put up 20 points against New Orleans when Nembhard was out last Friday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoPhoenix Suns guard
Bradley Beal (elbow) will likely remain in the lineup on Wednesday versus Miami. The veteran has picked up a right elbow injury early in the season, but he's considered probable for Wednesday's game. Beal has provided solid production thus far with 17.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.6 steals. However, he's going to be in a bad spot Wednesday night, as the Heat play with the third-lowest pace in the league. Rookie
Ryan Dunn would be in line for an extended role if Beal suffers a setback during the day and can't play.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoLos Angeles Lakers guard
D'Angelo Russell (foot) is probable heading into Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. The veteran has appeared on the injury report of late for various reasons. However, he hasn't missed a game so far during the 2024–25 campaign. Unfortunately, Russell has struggled this season, averaging 12.0 points and 30.8% shooting from behind the arc. While he has an excellent chance of breaking out of his funk, fantasy managers should consider keeping him on the bench, especially category managers who have been negatively impacted by his three-point percentage.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoLos Angeles Lakers guard
Austin Reaves (ankle) is anticipated to play on Wednesday versus the Grizzlies. The ankle injury isn't anything new, so fantasy managers should expect to see him on the floor. The 26-year-old has played well this season, averaging 17.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.4 steals. Of course, assuming Reaves is available, he's a viable fantasy option in any format. But his potential could increase if
Anthony Davis (foot) isn't available.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoLos Angeles Lakers center
Anthony Davis (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. AD has been dealing with a foot injury since the summer. However, he reinjured it in Monday's loss to the Detroit Pistons. Davis wants to play every game this season. But there's a chance he may not be out there versus the Grizzlies. If the veteran can't suit up,
Jaxson Hayes would likely slide into his spot in the rotation and be worth adding to fantasy lineups, even if it's for one day.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoCleveland Cavaliers guard
Caris LeVert (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Pelicans. The veteran has missed the last two games because of right knee soreness. But with
Max Strus (ankle) and
Dean Wade (illness) sidelined, LeVert could see some meaningful minutes if he plays. But if he isn't ready to return,
Isaac Okoro and
Sam Merrill should continue to benefit, with the latter amassing 12 points, five boards, and two steals in 27 minutes in Monday's two-point win over the Bucks.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoAtlanta Hawks guard
Trae Young (rib) is expected to play on Wednesday versus the visiting Knicks. The 26-year-old logged only 23 minutes in Monday's loss to the Boston Celtics, exiting the contest prematurely due to a rib injury. Fortunately, it looks like he'll be good to go. Young has averaged 23.9 points, 11.0 assists, and 1.3 steals this season. However, he's logged 4.9 turnovers per game and shot a career-low 30.7% from behind the arc. With that said, if Young ends up getting ruled out,
Keaton Wallace, who had six points, four rebounds, two steals, and two blocks on Monday, could be worth a start for those in need of a streaming option.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoToronto Raptors guard
Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) is doubtful for Wednesday's contest against the Sacramento Kings. The former Knick has been sidelined since the opener because of a pelvic contusion. While there were reports he was nearing a return, that's unlikely to happen on Wednesday, barring a miracle. With that in mind,
Davion Mitchell, averaging 8.9 points, 6.9 assists, and 1.0 steals in seven starts this season, is worth streaming versus his former club, assuming Quickley remains on the shelf. Of course,
RJ Barrett and
Gradey Dick should continue to lead the way offensively, considering
Scottie Barnes (eye) is still on the shelf.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoDenver Nuggets guard
Jamal Murray (concussion) won't play on Wednesday versus OKC. Murray suffered a concussion during a recent meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves. As a result, he's been sidelined for the Nuggets' previous two contests. It's not an ideal scenario for Denver, with the team also expected to be without
Aaron Gordon (calf) for a few weeks. Of course,
Nikola Jokic will do all he can to pick up the slack on the offensive end. But
Russell Westbrook, averaging 13.0 points, 6.5 assists, and 3.0 steals in two starts this season, should remain in all fantasy lineups.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoDallas Mavericks forward
P.J. Washington (knee) won't play on Wednesday versus the Chicago Bulls. The 26-year-old logged 35 minutes in Monday's loss to the Pacers. Unfortunately, he was observed favoring his right leg late in the contest. There's a chance his absence may extend beyond Wednesday night. If that's the case, it would be a tough blow for the Mavericks. With
Dereck Lively II (shoulder) questionable and
Maxi Kleber (hamstring) out,
Naji Marshall, who had 20 points in 34 minutes versus Indiana, could be in line for more action.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
1 week agoDallas Mavericks center
Dereck Lively II (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the visiting Bulls. Lively was set to play in the loss to the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. However, he suffered a shoulder injury during pre-game warmups. With
P.J. Washington (knee) and
Maxi Kleber (hamstring) already ruled out, Lively could see more action if he suits up on Wednesday evening. But if he can't get on the floor,
Naji Marshall, who had 20 points versus Indiana, may see significantly more minutes than usual.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
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