2 days agoMilwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will play against Memphis on Thursday. The former MVP has been a regular on the injury report with right patella tendinitis, but the team has upgraded him from probable to available. The injury hasn't really limited Antetokounmpo, who has kicked off the 2024-25 campaign with four consecutive double-doubles. He has averaged 28.6 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 6.3 assists. With
Khris Middleton (ankle) out of the lineup, Antetokounmpo is expected to have another big night, as he needs to do extra to help the team get back on track following a 1-3 start.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Eric Nehm
2 days agoPhiladelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee) is set to have "periodic" spells on the sidelines this season. Speaking during an appearance on SportsCenter, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Philadelphia plans to keep Embiid healthy for the playoffs by giving him "periodic time off at different points during the season." The former MVP is set to have routine check-ups on his knee, and this is going to be the "new normal" for Embiid. The 76ers superstar has yet to play this season but has completed multiple five-on-five scrimmages during a ramp-up process and could be available as soon as this weekend.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Shams Charania
2 days agoPhoenix Suns guard
Bradley Beal (elbow) has landed back on the injury report ahead of Thursday's clash with the Clippers. After missing one game with a sore elbow, the veteran star returned to action against the Lakers on Monday. But he could be back on the shelf again on Thursday with the elbow issue, with the team tagging him as questionable for the game.
Ryan Dunn was filling in for Beal in the starting unit and produced a 13-point effort on Saturday versus Dallas.
Royce O'Neale and
Damion Lee are also in a position to benefit if Beal is out on Thursday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoMemphis Grizzlies guard
Marcus Smart (ankle) saw only six minutes of action in Wednesday's loss to Brooklyn. Smart rolled his right ankle and exited the contest without scoring any points. Memphis also lost
Desmond Bane (oblique) in the contest, which opened up tons of minutes for the reserves.
Scotty Pippen Jr. and
Jake LaRavia have led the second unit for Memphis this season. There could also be additional minutes available for
Jaylen Wells and
John Konchar if Smart and Bane sit out Thursday's matchup against Milwaukee.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Memphis Grizzlies PR
2 days agoMemphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Desmond Bane sustained an oblique injury in Wednesday's 119-106 loss to Brooklyn. The 26-year-old played only 17 minutes, scoring 10 points and grabbing six rebounds. Memphis is scheduled to finish off a back-to-back against Milwaukee on Thursday, and fantasy managers will need to monitor Bane's status closely.
Scotty Pippen Jr.,
John Konchar, and
Jaylen Wells could see more action without Bane. Pippen Jr. has proven himself as the best fantasy option of the three.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Damichael Cole
2 days agoChicago Bulls guard/forward
Zach LaVine injured his left shoulder in Wednesday's 102-99 victory over Orlando. Speaking after the game, LaVine told reporters that he suffered a "subluxation" in his shoulder. He added that he had X-rays done, and everything was "OK." LaVine played through the injury on Wednesday but finished with only 11 points in 36 minutes. He shot 2-for-9 from the field. On the positive side, LaVine was able to tally his first double-double of the season by grabbing 10 rebounds. The Bulls star also recorded three assists. LaVine didn't seem too concerned about his shoulder injury on Wednesday, but the games are coming thick and fast, and it remains to be seen if he's available for Friday's contest against Brooklyn.
Ayo Dosunmu and
Dalen Terry should see additional playing time if LaVine lands on the shelf.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Cody Westerlund
2 days 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 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
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