2 weeks agoOrlando Magic forward
Franz Wagner left a second consecutive game early due to an illness on Wednesday. He logged 23 minutes in a 102-99 loss to Chicago, scoring seven points while registering three rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block. The German star was limited to 11 minutes on Monday versus Indiana. Fantasy managers are currently in a tough spot regarding Wagner, but hopefully, he can fully shake off the illness before the next game. Orlando returns to the court on Friday against Cleveland.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Jason Beede
2 weeks agoNew Orleans Pelicans center
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.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: New Orleans Pelicans
2 weeks agoAccording to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area, Golden State Warriors forward
Andrew Wiggins (back) is unavailable for Wednesday's contest with the New Orleans Pelicans. Wiggins is dealing with a lower back strain that will keep him out of the lineup for the second consecutive contest. With the 29-year-old missing in action,
Moses Moody,
Brandin Podziemski, and
Jonathan Kuminga will take on extra minutes for the second straight game.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Dalton Johnson
2 weeks agoAccording to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Utah Jazz power forward
Lauri Markkanen is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. On Tuesday versus Sacramento, Markkanen left the game with back spasms. Despite the setback, he's averaged 18.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in the season's first four games. Fantasy managers, if the 27-year-old cannot suit up, forwards
John Collins and
Kyle Filipowski will likely see more minutes on the court than usual.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Tony Jones
2 weeks agoDamichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports that Memphis Grizzlies guard
John Konchar (foot) will suit up against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. Konchar has missed two consecutive contests due to right foot soreness. The Grizzlies are in the front half of a back-to-back set, so his workload will likely be limited.
Ja Morant (thigh) was also cleared to play and will join Konchar in the team's backcourt.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Damichael Cole
2 weeks agoMemphis Grizzlies guard
Ja Morant (thigh) is available to suit up against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. He was listed as questionable earlier today and will return from a one-game absence due to right thigh soreness. The 25-year-old has posted two double-doubles through his first three games, averaging 20.7 points, 7.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 25.7 minutes per contest.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Damichael Cole
2 weeks agoAccording to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Memphis Grizzlies center
Zach Edey (calf) will suit up Wednesday versus the Brooklyn Nets and will likely start despite a sore right calf. Edey's rookie season could be off to a better start, as he's averaging only 7.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 0.3 blocks in 16 minutes during his first four regular season outings. The big man's minutes should be limited, and he will not impact DFS play much tonight.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Damichael Cole
2 weeks agoMiami Heat guard
Josh Richardson (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Richardson has yet to play this season as he continues to deal with multiple injuries. The Heat are calling him day-to-day, but it remains to be seen when Richardson will get on the court again. In the meantime,
Jaime Jaquez Jr. and
Duncan Robinson should see more minutes in the rotation. Richardson is not worth a look in fantasy formats when healthy.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 weeks agoNew York Knicks guard
Josh Hart (shin) is officially available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. Hart was a game-time decision heading into this contest, but it appears he was able to get through his pregame routine without any issues. He figures to resume his spot in the starting five ahead of Wednesday's game. Hart is averaging 16 points, nine rebounds, and 2.7 assists across 33 minutes in three games this season. Fantasy managers can go ahead and get Hart in their lineups ahead of tip-off.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Stefan Bondy
2 weeks agoAtlanta Hawks forward
De'Andre Hunter (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. This is looking more like a rest game as the team is calling it right knee injury management. Hunter missed time last season due to knee issues and it appears to have lingered over into this season. The absence of Hunter should mean more minutes for
Zaccharie Risacher, but he's not a great streaming option right now.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Brad Rowland
2 weeks agoIndiana Pacers center
Isaiah Jackson will move into the starting five ahead of Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. The Pacers will be without
Myles Turner (ankle), so Jackson getting the starting nod shouldn't be surprising. He could see significant run with backup center
James Wiseman (Achilles) out for the year, so the Pacers are limited in terms of big men.
Obi Toppin should get some minutes at the center spot, but Jackson is the much better streaming option between the two. Fantasy managers should consider Jackson a possible streaming choice until Jackson returns.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Indiana Pacers
2 weeks agoOrlando Magic forward
Jonathan Isaac (hip) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Isaac is back in the mix after missing the last three games due to a left hip contusion. He has a limited fantasy value with him being behind
Paolo Banchero in the rotation. It's possible that Isaac only sees minutes in the teens as the primary backup power forward. He doesn't appear to be offering enough upside right now to warrant rostering in most fantasy formats.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Magic PR
2 weeks agoLos Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (illness) will play on Wednesday versus the undefeated Cavs. The multi-time All-Star is under the weather. However, it won't be enough to keep him off the floor against Cleveland. James has played well despite his two decades of services in the National Basketball Association, averaging 20.0 points, 7.5 assists, 7.0 rebounds, and 39.1% shooting from deep. Keep him starting in all fantasy formats.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Jovan Buha
2 weeks agoLos Angeles Lakers guard
D'Angelo Russell (back) will play in Wednesday's game versus the Cavs. He was listed as questionable heading into this contest. However, fantasy managers can safely add him back to the starting lineup. Unfortunately, Russell has struggled this season, averaging 11.0 points, 5.8 assists, and 28.0% shooting from deep. Still, the 28-year-old should break out of his slump soon. With Russell back in the mix,
Gabe Vincent and
Max Christie will see less work.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Jovan Buha
2 weeks agoOklahoma City Thunder forward
Jaylin Williams (hamstring) appears to have suffered a setback during a workout. As a result, Williams will be shut down and re-evaluated in four to six weeks. Williams has yet to play in a game this season, so fantasy managers will have to wait a little longer. Osumane Dieng has been filling in at center, but doesn't offer great fantasy value right now.
Chet Holmgren is gaining the most value from this at the moment.
--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Clemente Almanza
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