3 weeks agoLos Angeles Lakers power forward
Jarred Vanderbilt (knee) will not make his season debut until at least early January. A foot injury has kept Vanderbilt off the court since February, and he recently experienced fluid in his left knee during his rehabilitation. Before exiting the lineup, Vanderbilt was a solid contributor in the Lakers rotation, averaging 5.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 20.0 minutes last season. He should be around the same numbers again once he returns to action, but considering his lengthy absence, Vanderbilt might need quite a bit of time to get back into rhythm.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
3 weeks agoMinnesota Timberwolves point guard
Rob Dillingham (ankle) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday versus the Clippers. The rookie playmaker is nursing an ankle sprain. Dillingham has not been trusted much during his first year in the Association, but he recently produced a pair of strong outings when
Mike Conley was out of the lineup. If Conley runs into new health issues, Dillingham might become a viable fantasy option again. Minnesota also won't have the services of
Joe Ingles (calf) on Wednesday, but he's played an even smaller role in the rotation. The Australian veteran last saw action on Nov. 17.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoOrlando Magic center
Goga Bitadze (ankle) is considered questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Philadelphia. He was a late scratch for Tuesday's NBA Cup action versus the Knicks and might have to sit out another one with an ankle sprain.
Tristan Da Silva jumped into the starting unit on Tuesday. The 23-year-old rookie has seen quite regular action as a starter but hasn't been very effective, at least from a fantasy perspective. In 14 starts, da Silva has averaged 7.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.8 assists. Meanwhile,
Moritz Wagner had additional work without Bitadze, impressing with a 20-point, 12-rebound double-double off the bench. He might be a good fantasy option again on Wednesday if Bitadze doesn't return.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoBoston Celtics guard
Jrue Holiday (knee) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest against Detroit. He might be out for a second consecutive game due to a knee issue. Holiday has recently had a pretty poor stretch offensively and could benefit from having some time off. He has shot just 30 percent from the field in his past four appearances, averaging 7.3 points. With Holiday out of the rotation,
Payton Pritchard popped off for a big 25-point night in 33 minutes on Monday against Miami. He's sure to do damage again on Wednesday if Holiday is out.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoBoston Celtics forward
Jayson Tatum (knee) is in danger of missing his first contest of the season, as the team has listed him as questionable for Wednesday's encounter with Detroit. The Celtics superstar is dealing with right kneecap pain. Tatum was also questionable ahead of Monday's matchup against Miami but ended up logging his usual 36 minutes in the game. His shot was off during an 18-point, 11-rebound double-double performance.
Al Horford and
Sam Hauser will be candidates to replace Tatum in the starting unit if he can't go on Wednesday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoMiami Heat guard
Josh Richardson (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's match-up against the Los Angeles Lakers. The 31-year-old guard is at risk of missing another game after sitting out recent contests due to illness. Before his absence, he had seen a reduced role, averaging 18.8 minutes per game across eight appearances this season. His most recent game was on November 18th, when he played 14 minutes and scored four points against the 76ers. Richardson's playing time remains uncertain, even if he is available to play on Wednesday.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoMiami Heat forward
Kevin Love (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Love has missed two of the Heat's past four games due to a back issue and could remain sidelined for this matchup. At 36 years old, the veteran forward has played a limited role this season, averaging 12.3 minutes per game while mixing in both starts and bench appearances. Despite his limited minutes, Love has remained productive, averaging 5.6 rebounds per game and shooting 39.4% from three-point range. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to Wednesday's game.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoMiami Heat forward
Jimmy Butler (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Butler sat out Monday's contest in Boston after experiencing soreness in his right knee during Sunday's loss to Toronto. The 35-year-old is a key player for the Heat, averaging 31.9 minutes per game and 18.9 points, while shooting an efficient 53.8% from the field. Butler's all-around game would be crucial in Miami's match-up against the Lakers. Fantasy managers should check his status closer to tip-off on Wednesday.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoPhoenix Suns forward
Kevin Durant (ankle) won't return to Tuesday's meeting with the San Antonio Spurs. The veteran was playing well, logging 13 points while making both of his three point attempts. He tweaked his ankle in the first half and was ruled out shortly after. He recently returned from a seven-game absence because of a calf injury, so fantasy managers could see him miss more time. If that's the case,
Devin Booker and
Bradley Beal should pick up some of the slack on the scoring end.
Royce O'Neale, averaging 11.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in two starts this season, may take Durant's spot in the rotation until he's ready to return.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Duane Rankin
3 weeks agoAccording to Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, forward
Paul George may miss Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran had 29 points in Tuesday's NBA Cup victory over the Charlotte Hornets. He also logged 37 minutes, so the team may play it safe by sitting him in the second game of a back-to-back. With
Joel Embiid (knee, personal) likely to remain off the floor,
Tyrese Maxey could receive significantly more scoring opportunities.
Jared McCain may also move back to the starting lineup and should also see an uptick in fantasy production.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: John Clark
3 weeks agoAccording to Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, center
Joel Embiid (knee, personal) is not expected to play in Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. At this point, fantasy managers are left scratching their heads regarding his availability. For now, it appears the 30-year-old is in line to miss his 14th game of the 2024-25 campaign. With uncertainty surrounding the health of
Andre Drummond (ankle),
Guerschon Yabusele, who had nine points with 12 boards, one steal, and one block in Tuesday's NBA Cup win over the Hornets, could remain in the starting lineup.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: John Clark
3 weeks agoSan Antonio Spurs forward
Jeremy Sochan (thumb) is set to make his return Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns after missing the team's last 13 games recovering from left thumb surgery. He is expected to come off the bench and may see limited minutes as he eases back into action. In seven appearances this season, Sochan has been a valuable contributor, averaging 15.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, and shooting 51.2% from the field over 29.3 minutes per game. His presence and athleticism will be a welcome boost for the Spurs, and fantasy managers will be eager to see if he can maintain his efficiency following his return.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoBrooklyn Nets forward
Cameron Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers due to a left ankle sprain. If Johnson is unable to suit up,
Tyrese Martin could see an increased role and potentially draw another start. Johnson has been an important contributor for the Nets, averaging 18.1 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. In his most recent outing against Orlando, he delivered an impressive 26 points in 36 minutes. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his status, as a return would provide a significant boost to their lineups.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoBrooklyn Nets forward
Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers as he deals with a sprained left ankle. The 31-year-old is at risk of missing his fourth consecutive game. Finney-Smith has been a key rotational piece for Brooklyn this season, averaging 29 minutes and 10.7 points per game. If he is ruled out,
Jalen Wilson is expected to remain in the starting lineup. Fantasy managers will want to check on his status closer to tip-off on Wednesday.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoBrooklyn Nets guard
Ben Simmons (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers, but reports indicate he is expected to play. Simmons sat out Monday's game against the Bulls for back injury management, but the team seems hopeful about his availability. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status ahead of tip-off. In his most recent appearance against the Orlando Magic, the veteran guard logged 12 minutes, dishing out five assists but going scoreless.
--Dave Goldsholl - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
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