2 days agoToronto Raptors forward
Scottie Barnes (eye) won't play in Wednesday's matchup with the Charlotte Hornets. The 23-year-old had a stellar showing in Monday's overtime loss to the Nuggets, finishing with 21 points, 12 boards, nine assists, and five steals. However, he exited the contest after taking an elbow to the face by
Nikola Jokic. It's not good news for Toronto, considering
RJ Barrett just returned from a shoulder injury. With Immanuel Quickly (pelvis) doubtful, Barrett should pick up some slack offensively. At the same time,
Gradey Dick,
Ochai Agbaji, and
Davion Mitchell are viable streaming options.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoIndiana Pacers center
Myles Turner (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Boston Celtics. The 28-year-old has played well this season, averaging 15.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks. But he's in danger of missing the Pacers' fifth game on the schedule because of a sprained left ankle. If Turner doesn't suit up,
Isaiah Jackson, averaging 13.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in three starts last season, has a place in all fantasy lineups. He'll also be a popular DFS value option.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoNew York Knicks forward
Josh Hart (leg) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Miami Heat. He took a beating in Monday's loss to the Cavaliers before exiting late in the contest because of a right lower leg contusion. However, the veteran had played well up to that point and finished with 16 points, 13 rebounds, and three steals. Hart has been known to play through injuries, so there's a good chance he'll be out there. But if he's not,
Miles McBride and
Ariel Hukporti could see significantly more work from off the bench.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoWashington Wizards forward
Kyle Kuzma (groin) won't play in Wednesday's rematch with the Hawks. The 29-year-old came close to a triple-double in Monday's game versus Atlanta, amassing 25 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. He also logged a game-high 40 minutes. However, Kuzma couldn't finish the game due to a right groin strain. There's a realistic chance the injury could cost him a substantial amount of time. But until Kuzma is back on the floor,
Jordan Poole,
Bilal Coulibaly, and
Corey Kispert should pick up most of the slack. At the same time, rookie
Bub Carrington, who has averaged 8.7 points in three games this season, is worth monitoring in case his role grows even more.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoDenver Nuggets guard
Jamal Murray (ankle) will play on Tuesday versus the Brooklyn Nets. The veteran logged 40 minutes in Monday's overtime win over the Toronto Raptors, finishing with 17 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. He was listed as probable, so there was never much concern about his availability. Instead, fantasy managers were left wondering if Murray would be limited in the second game of a back-to-back. However, that won't be the case, with head coach Michael Malone stating he won't have a minutes restriction. With that in mind, keep Murray starting in all fantasy lineups.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Bennett Durado
2 days agoTim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports that Boston Celtics small forward
Sam Hauser (back) will likely be available for Wednesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. He played opening night against the New York Knicks, finishing with 10 points (4-10 FG), five rebounds, and an assist. Hauser was on the court for 24 minutes, coming off the bench during the 132-109 blowout win. Since then, the 26-year-old has missed three consecutive contests. Getting Hauser back will add even more firepower to the undefeated (4-0) Celtics.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Tim Bontemps
2 days agoGolden State Warriors small forward
Andrew Wiggins (back) is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 29-year-old is still dealing with a lower back strain. Sidelined for the first half of the Warriors, back-to-back set Wiggins should be ready for Wednesday's rematch with the Pelicans.
Stephen Curry (ankle) and
De'Anthony Melton (back) are also out.
Brandin Podziemski,
Buddy Hield, and Moses Mood will likely see an uptick in minutes during Tuesday's contest.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoPhiladelphia 76ers forward
Paul George (knee) will not play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the team said George and
Joel Embiid (knee) participated in portions of practice today and will be re-assessed later in the week. Fantasy managers should consider George and Embiid questionable for the Sixers next game on Saturday versus the Memphis Grizzlies.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Keith Pompey
2 days agoOn Wednesday, Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) will not suit up against the Detroit Pistons. According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the team said Embiid and
Paul George (knee) participated in portions of practice today and will be re-assessed later in the week. The NBA's Most Valuable Player in the 2022-2023 season missed the entire preseason with a left knee issue and will now miss his fourth straight game to start the regular season. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable for Saturday's contest versus Memphis.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: Keith Pompey
3 days agoDallas Mavericks forward/center
Maxi Kleber (hamstring) will not be available for Tuesday's matchup against Minnesota. He missed Monday's meeting with Utah due to a right hamstring strain and will not travel with the team to Minneapolis. The rest of the Mavericks' bigs should absorb Kleber's minutes, slightly boosting their fantasy value.
Dereck Lively II has been the most productive of them. Despite coming off the bench, Lively II has notched 11.3 points, 8.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.0 blocks. Kleber gets his next chance to return on Thursday versus Houston.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Brad Townsend
3 days agoAtlanta Hawks guard/forward
Vit Krejci (groin) was limited to 10 minutes in Monday's matchup against Washington. He left the contest in the second quarter due to a right adductor strain. Krejci had seven points and one steal before his exit. He has averaged 4.5 points in 14.0 minutes for the season. Krejci doesn't play a large part in the rotation, but Atlanta is already battling injuries, with
De'Andre Hunter (knee),
Kobe Bufkin (shoulder), and
Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) all out.
Garrison Mathews,
Larry Nance Jr., and
David Roddy could be in for a busy night off the pine when the Hawks have a rematch against Washington.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Hawks PR
3 days agoWashington Wizards forward
Kyle Kuzma couldn't complete Monday's meeting with Atlanta due to groin soreness. He was pulled from the game near the end of the fourth quarter. Despite making an early exit, Kuzma still logged 40 minutes in a 121-119 win. He posted his first double-double of the season with 25 points and 11 rebounds, adding seven assists to his line with impressive 5-for-9 shooting from deep. Washington would sorely miss Kuzma's offensive ability in Wednesday's rematch against the Hawks if he can't play.
Marvin Bagley III may receive additional playing time during his absence, but he was used for only four minutes in Monday's victory. The Wizards could take a committee approach to make up for Kuzma's absence.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Varun Shankar
3 days agoUtah Jazz forward
Taylor Hendricks is expected to be out for the rest of the season after suffering a fractured right fibula and dislocated ankle on Monday versus Dallas. Hendricks was injured in the middle of the third quarter in a non-contact situation, suddenly collapsing on the floor as the Jazz were setting up their offense. Hendricks, the ninth pick of the 2023 draft, has opened the campaign as a starter. He has averaged 4.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 1.7 steals. Hendricks' absence will likely allow
John Collins to return to the starting lineup, increasing his fantasy value.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
3 days agoNew York Knicks guard/forward
Josh Hart (ankle) didn't finish Monday's game against Cleveland. Hart was on the injury report ahead of the contest with an ankle impingement and appeared to have hurt his ankle late in the game, missing the final few minutes. Before being forced to leave, Hart put together a good line with 16 points, 13 rebounds, two assists, and three steals. It's likely Hart will remain on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's clash with Miami. His absence would provide a boost to
Miles McBride's fantasy stock. He's averaged 14.7 points and 2.7 assists in 25.3 minutes this season.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Geoff Magliocchetti
3 days agoToronto Raptors forward
Scottie Barnes (head) missed the end of Monday's matchup against Denver. He exited the contest in the final minutes of the fourth quarter after taking an elbow to the face by
Nikola Jokic. Jokic and the Nuggets ended up beating Toronto 127-125 in overtime. It was an unfortunate ending to a good night for Barnes, as he tallied a team-high 21 points with 12 rebounds, nine assists, five steals, and one block. His exit on Monday leaves a question mark over Barnes for Wednesday's match against Charlotte. If he's out,
Ochai Agbaji could get back into the starting lineup.
RJ Barrett's return to action pushed him to the second unit on Monday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
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