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Corey Kispert • SF • Wizards

Corey Kispert Suffers Thumb Injury on Tuesday Night

Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (thumb) exited Tuesday's NBA Cup win over the Atlanta Hawks. He did not return. The 26-year-old was well on his way to having his best game of the 2025 campaign before a right thumb injury ended his night after 24 minutes. He'd go on to finish with 19 points, three steals, and one block while shooting 4-for-8 from behind the three-point line. Kispert will presumably undergo further testing heading into Friday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. If he ends up missing time, Justin Champagnie and Cam Whitmore could see more work, with one potentially entering the starting lineup.

Nov 26

Marvin Bagley III • PF • Wizards

Marvin Bagley III Ruled Out Versus Atlanta

Washington Wizards forward/center Marvin Bagley III (hip) won't play on Tuesday versus the Hawks, marking his third-straight absence. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged only 7.6 points and 4.4 rebounds in 15.8 minutes per contest this season, so there aren't very many fantasy managers awaiting his return. While there might be streaming opportunities down the line if Alexandre Sarr misses time, Bagley currently isn't worth rostering in most fantasy setups. With that said, his absence will still open the door for more minutes from Tristan Vukcevic, who is coming off a 12-point, eight-rebound, two-block, two-steal showing in Saturday's loss to the Chicago Bulls.

Nov 25

Luke Kennard • SG • Hawks

Luke Kennard Available on Tuesday Night

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (hip) is available for Tuesday's NBA Cup clash with the Washington Wizards after missing Sunday's win over the Charlotte Hornets. The 29-year-old has seen steady minutes for Atlanta this season (22.1 minutes per contest). He is also averaging 8.1 points and 44.2% shooting from behind the arc. However, despite a consistent role, Kennard is streaky on the offensive end, posting double-digit scoring in four of his nine appearances in November, giving him little fantasy upside outside of his efficiency from deep.

Nov 25

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett Unavailable Wednesday

Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports that Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (knee) won't play on Wednesday against Indiana. The former Knick sprained his left knee in Sunday's victory over the Brooklyn Nets and will miss his second straight game tomorrow evening. While Barrett is sidelined, Gradey Dick and Jamal Shead may benefit the most from extra playing time. However, both are risky fantasy picks since Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley will likely absorb most of the available minutes during Barrett's absence.

Nov 25

Landry Shamet • SG • Knicks

Landry Shamet Out for Wednesday

New York Knicks guard/forward Landry Shamet (shoulder) will miss Wednesday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. Shament will be out for the second game due to a sprained right shoulder. The 28-year-old has averaged 9.2 points with 1.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists over his last five outings while shooting 47.2 percent from the field and 44.0 percent from beyond the arc. His extended absence will likely continue to lead to Miles McBride and Jordan Clarkson seeing extra minutes.

Nov 25

Nikola Jović • SF • Heat

Nikola Jovic Questionable for Wednesday's Matchup With Milwaukee

According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (hip) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. Jovic has missed four straight games due to a hip impingement. Jaime Jaquez Jr. (hip), Andrew Wiggins (hip), and Dru Smith (hip) are also considered questionable for tomorrow evening's contest. Simone Fontecchio and Pelle Larsson both carry marginal fantasy value, but with extra minutes, they could offer solid fantasy production on Wednesday night if Jovic is unable to suit up.

Nov 25

Bogdan Bogdanović • SG • Clippers

Bogdan Bogdanovic Considered Questionable for Tuesday

According to Law Murray of The Athletic, Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. Due to a left hip contusion, the 33-year-old sharpshooter is at risk of missing his third consecutive contest. With Bradley Beal (hip) sidelined for the rest of the season, Bogdanovic has had a much larger role in the Clippers' rotation lately, averaging 25.7 minutes per contest. If he is unable to suit up, fantasy managers should expect rookie Kobe Sanders to take on extra minutes this evening.

Nov 25

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Will be Questionable for Wednesday Against the Rockets

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (foot) will be questionable for Wednesday night's matchup against the Rockets, according to coach Steve Kerr. Green has missed two of the last three games and is currently working through a right mid-foot sprain. After he practiced on Tuesday, Kerr said Green is "definitely trending upward," which suggests he has a good chance to return to action on Wednesday. In his 16 games, he's averaging 8.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 28.7 minutes per game. His return would likely push Quinten Post back to the bench.

Nov 25

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze Downgraded to Questionable

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (ankle) was added to the injury report for Tuesday's contest against the 76ers as questionable with ankle soreness. Bitadze has played 16.8 minutes per game off the bench in his 17 games this season, chipping in 6.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game. If he's out on Tuesday, Orlando Robinson and Jonathan Isaac would likely handle the backup center role behind Wendell Carter Jr.

Nov 25

Dereck Lively II • C • Mavericks

Dereck Lively II Will Miss At Least 7-10 Days

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (foot) will miss at least the next three games, since he is currently being evaluated for swelling and discomfort in his right foot. He will not be available for the team's three-game road trip against the Lakers, Clippers, and Nuggets, and a further timeline will then be given for his return. Lively has played four of the Mavs' last seven games but just seven of their 19 games this season. When available, he has averaged 4.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 16.4 minutes. per game. While he's out, Daniel Gafford is expected to continue to start for the Mavs, while Dwight Powell and rookie Moussa Cisse will get playing time off the bench.

Nov 25

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Will Not Play Tuesday against the Magic

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (ankle) was downgraded to out after initially being listed as probable on Tuesday night against the Orlando Magic. The 35-year-old has only played three games all season, averaging just 22.0 minutes per game and chipping in 13.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. George played three of the last four games, but he'll be out on Tuesday, leaving more work for Tyrese Maxey in the backcourt and Dominick Barlow, Trendon Watford, and Justin Edwards on the wing. Joel Embiid (knee) will also still be out, so Philly will once again be without its two stars as they host Orlando.

Nov 25

Tyrese Maxey • PG • 76ers

Tyrese Maxey Will Play Tuesday Against the Magic

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (shoulder) was listed as probable for Tuesday's matchup against the Orlando Magic, but he was upgraded to available after shootaround. Maxey sustained a shoulder issue on Sunday against Miami, but it won't keep him off the floor on Tuesday. Without some of his big-name teammates for most of the year, Maxey has posted big numbers with 33.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 7.8 assists, and 1.6 steals. Last Thursday, Maxey went off for 54 points against the Bucks and has at least 24 points in five straight games, averaging 35 points per contest over that stretch.

Nov 25

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Ruled Out Against Orlando

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) was downgraded from questionable to out for Tuesday's home game against the Orlando Magic. He will be missing an eighth straight game with a knee issue, but he does appear to be nearing a return, and his next opportunity to get back on the floor will be Friday in Brooklyn against the Nets. With Embiid out, Andre Drummond will likely continue to start in his place. He has posted a double-double in seven of his last nine games, while averaging 11.2 points and 13.2 rebounds over that span. As a reserve, Drummond has averaged 16.6 minutes per game and hasn't been productive enough most nights to satisfy fantasy managers. Without Embiid, though, Drummond should remain fantasy relevant for at least Tuesday night.

Nov 25

Tre Johnson • SG • Wizards

Tre Johnson Out Indefinitely With Hip-Flexor Strain

Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson (hip) has been ruled out indefinitely after re-aggravating a lingering injury from his college days, and the team has yet to set a timetable for his return. Johnson averaged 11.8 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.6 steals, and 0.2 blocks over his last five outings while shooting 50.0 percent from the field. The injury shift pushes more minutes to Bub Carrington, Corey Kispert, and Bilal Coulibaly, giving Carrington some streaming appeal for assists and Kispert value for three-pointers.

Nov 25

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze Active Tuesday in Philadelphia

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (ankle) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the 76ers after missing one game, putting him back into his usual role behind Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle), who is also returning. Bitadze averaged 6.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steal, and 1.0 block across his last five appearances while shooting 77.8 percent from the field, giving him niche value in deeper formats. His return likely bumps Orlando Robinson out of the rotation, and managers seeking field-goal percentage or defensive boosts can deploy Bitadze in specialist builds.

Nov 25

Wendell Carter Jr. • C • Magic

Wendell Carter Jr. Cleared To Play Against 76ers

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) is off the injury report for Tuesday's matchup in Philadelphia after missing the previous game, putting him back on track for starter-level minutes. He has delivered 11.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.6 steals, and 0.8 blocks in 31.6 minutes across his last five outings while shooting 51.4 percent from the field. His return, along with Goga Bitadze (ankle) also coming back from a one-game absence, should stabilize Orlando's center rotation and likely push Orlando Robinson to the fringe or out of the mix entirely.

Nov 25

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Ready to Return Tuesday in Philadelphia

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (left knee, injury management) missed Sunday's game against the Celtics, but he'll be ready to go after not being listed on Tuesday's injury report when his Magic face the Sixers. Suggs has played 13 games this season, but the team continues to carefully monitor his workload. He has produced 14.4 points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in 23.9 minutes per game, and he'll be back in the lineup for a potential showdown with Tyrese Maxey (shoulder, probable) on Tuesday night.

Nov 25

Luke Kennard • SG • Hawks

Luke Kennard Uncertain For Tuesday's Game Against Wizards

Atlanta Hawks guard Luke Kennard (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Washington after missing the prior contest, putting his short-term fantasy outlook in doubt. The former Duke standout has averaged 6.6 points, 1.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 2.4 steals, and 1.0 block in 17.8 minutes across his last five games. He's shooting 44.0 percent from the field and 47.4 percent from deep in that stretch, though his role has tightened during Atlanta's recent guard shuffle. If he sits again, Vit Krejci and Keaton Wallace should continue absorbing extra minutes, though both remain fringe options for deeper formats.

Nov 25

Adem Bona • C • 76ers

Adem Bona Will Not Play Tuesday Against the Magic

Philadelphia 76ers center Adem Bona (ankle) will miss Tuesday's home game against Orlando. He has missed the last four games for the Sixers, leaving more time for Andre Drummond, Dominick Barlow, and Trendon Watford at center. Joel Embiid (knee) is questionable and could take some of the minutes in the middle as well if he's ready to return. It looks like Bona may have missed this window of opportunity to fill in for Embiid. In his 12 games this year, he's only averaged 2.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in 15 minutes per game.

Nov 25

Marvin Bagley III • PF • Wizards

Marvin Bagley III Listed as Questionable vs. Hawks

Washington Wizards forward/center Marvin Bagley III (hip) is questionable for Tuesday against Atlanta after missing the past two games. Before the injury, he averaged 9.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.0 block in 18.5 minutes across his last five outings. His absence has pushed more frontcourt work to second-year big Alexandre Sarr, who posted 16 points and 11 rebounds in his last game, while Tristan Vukcevic added 12 points and eight boards in 20 minutes. Sarr holds steady value, and Vukcevic remains a deeper-league streaming option until Bagley returns.

Nov 25

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