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Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Michael Porter Jr. to Be Rested Sunday

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (rest) won't be in action on Sunday against the Chicago Bulls. The team has decided to rest him for the first leg of a back-to-back. Porter Jr. is Brooklyn's leading scorer, and without him on the floor, the rest of the starting unit gets to play a larger role on offense. Meanwhile, Danny Wolf is expected to step into Porter Jr.'s starting role, as he has done in the past. The 21-year-old rookie has averaged 10.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.7 steals as a starter.

Jan 18

Patrick Williams • PF • Bulls

Patrick Williams Tagged as Questionable for Sunday

Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Williams was only able to play 12 minutes on Friday before exiting due to a sprained right ankle. Another absence would likely mean an extended look for Dalen Terry and Jalen Smith in the rotation. When healthy, Williams hasn't been much of an asset, averaging 6.5 points, 1.2 assists, and 2.9 rebounds in 18.5 minutes per game. He's too inconsistent at the moment to be trusted in most fantasy formats. Smith is the preferred streaming option with back-to-back double-doubles. He'll once again be a strong streaming choice if Williams is unable to play.

Jan 17

Nikola Jović • SF • Heat

Nikola Jovic Active Saturday

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (illness) has been cleared to play on Saturday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jovic has been battling an illness, and the team handed him a questionable tag on the injury report earlier in the day. He has now been upgraded to available. Jovic has averaged 8.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.0 steals in 20.9 minutes per game this month. On Saturday, the 22-year-old may play a larger role for the Heat, who won't have Davion Mitchell (shoulder), Tyler Herro (toe, ribs), and Jaime Jaquez Jr. (knee) in the lineup.

Jan 17

Isaiah Jackson • PF • Pacers

Isaiah Jackson Will Play on Saturday

Indiana Pacers center Isaiah Jackson (concussion) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Jackson has cleared the league's concussion protocol and will play for the first time since December 22. He has missed the last 13 games, so it wouldn't be shocking to see the Pacers ease him back into action. Jay Huff figures to remain the starting center, so Jackson will compete for backup minutes with Tony Bradley and Micah Potter. Jackson isn't a very attractive streaming option at the moment, but could gain value once he's back to full speed.

Jan 17

Tyler Herro • SG • Heat

Tyler Herro Out Saturday Night

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (toe, ribs) won't play in Saturday's contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Miami has downgraded Herro from questionable to out, leaving the team without a second starter. Davion Mitchell (shoulder) also won't play on Saturday night. Pelle Larsson moved into the starting unit as Mitchell's replacement on Thursday against the Boston Celtics, and Kasparas Jakucionis could take over Herro's spot on Saturday. However, Kel'el Ware is also an option to start, having recently enjoyed a long stretch in the starting lineup as Herro's replacement.

Jan 17

Devin Booker • SG • Suns

Devin Booker Cleared to Play on Saturday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. Booker will shed the questionable tag and return to the lineup after missing Thursday's game due to an ankle issue. He was able to participate in shootaround on Saturday and is feeling good enough to suit up. The return of Booker will send Grayson Allen back to the bench. Allen was strong in his place as he scored 33 points during Thursday's game. He'll lose streaming appeal coming off the bench, but is still worth a look as a streaming choice.

Jan 17

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Ready for Rematch Versus Spurs

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (foot) will return from a two-game absence on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs. He'll hope to repeat his heroics from last Sunday, when Edwards made the 104-103 game-winning shot against the Spurs. Overall, he had 23 points in the game, marking a quiet outing compared to his usual standards. Mike Conley will presumably drop back to the bench on Saturday, while Edwards' return also hurts the fantasy value of Bones Hyland.

Jan 17

Dyson Daniels • PG • Hawks

Dyson Daniels Unavailable Versus Celtics

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Dyson Daniels (ankle) won't be in the lineup on Saturday against the Boston Celtics. He's dealing with a right ankle sprain and has been downgraded from questionable to out. Daniels' absence from the lineup may give CJ McCollum a starting role. Luke Kennard is another option to start, while Vit Krejci could be more involved in the rotation due to Daniels' absence. Daniels will have his first chance to return on Monday versus the Milwaukee Bucks.

Jan 17

Josh Hart • SF • Knicks

Josh Hart Out Saturday

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (ankle) won't suit up on Saturday against the Phoenix Suns. Hart was a late addition to the injury report due to right ankle soreness, and the Knicks have downgraded him from questionable to out. Jalen Brunson (ankle) also won't be playing, leaving the team without two starters. Miles McBride is set to fill in for Brunson, while Mitchell Robinson could be Hart's replacement in the first unit. At the same time, Jordan Clarkson, Tyler Kolek, and Landry Shamet might see more time on the court.

Jan 17

Jalen Brunson • PG • Knicks

Jalen Brunson Won't Play Saturday

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. The Knicks initially listed him as questionable due to a right ankle sprain. Brunson will miss a second consecutive game, with his absence giving Miles McBride another opportunity to start. On Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors, McBride excelled in a starting role, shooting 6-for-12 from downtown to finish with 25 points and six assists.

Jan 17

Pascal Siakam • PF • Pacers

Pascal Siakam Resting Versus Pistons

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (rest) won't play against the Pistons. He had 27 points, six rebounds, five assists, and one block in Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The veteran will sit this one out to rest, so fantasy managers can expect to have him back in the lineup for Monday's game in Philadelphia. In the meantime, Jarace Walker is the favorite to replace him in the rotation and could be more productive than usual, considering the team won't have T.J. McConnell (knee), Andrew Nembhard (back), and Aaron Nesmith (rest).

Jan 17

Aaron Nesmith • PF • Pacers |

Andrew Nembhard • PG • Pacers

Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith Unavailable on Saturday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) and forward Aaron Nesmith (rest) won't play on Saturday against Detroit. The duo each logged over 30 minutes in Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans, combining for 31 points. However, they will both take the night off to rest. Pascal Siakam (rest) and T.J. McConnell (knee) also won't suit up, so the Pacers might get extra production from players like Quenton Jackson, Ben Sheppard, and Jarace Walker in a difficult matchup with the Pistons, one of the best defensive squads in the NBA. Jay Huff could also thrive after coming off a 29-point, nine-rebound, two-block, two-steal effort.

Jan 17

Dwight Powell • C • Mavericks |

Daniel Gafford • C • Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Won't Suit Up Versus Utah, Dwight Powell Starting Again

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) won't play on Saturday versus Utah. It will be his second-straight absence. As a result, Dwight Powell is in line to make another start. The 34-year-old got the start when these clubs met on Thursday, finishing with six points, seven boards, two steals, and two blocks. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl should also continue to get some work after amassing 12 points, seven rebounds, and two steals from off the bench.

Jan 17

Max Christie • SG • Mavericks |

Cooper Flagg • PF • Mavericks

Cooper Flagg Out, Max Christie Available on Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (ankle) won't play on Saturday versus the Utah Jazz. It will be the former Duke Blue Devil's second absence since injuring his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Chicago Bulls. With Flagg, Anthony Davis (finger), Daniel Gafford (ankle), and D'Angelo Russell (illness) all out, the Mavs should get increased production from Naji Marshall, Klay Thompson, and Max Christie (illness), who is available after missing the last two games, in a meeting with a Jazz team that has struggled defensively all season.

Jan 17

Payton Pritchard • PG • Celtics

Payton Pritchard Could Miss First Game of Season

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Atlanta after being limited to a season-low workload Thursday and now dealing with left ankle soreness. He has been a steady fantasy contributor this season, averaging 16.6 points, 5.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 three-pointers, making any absence notable across formats. If Pritchard sits, Anfernee Simons is positioned for a larger role after erupting for 39 points last game, with added usage and shot volume boosting his ceiling. Pritchard managers should closely monitor the status, while Simons profiles as a high-upside replacement play.

Jan 17

Max Christie • SG • Mavericks

Max Christie Expected Back vs. Utah

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Max Christie (illness) is probable for Saturday's game against Utah after missing two contests, setting up a return to a prominent role. Christie has been productive over his last nine games, averaging 15.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.4 three-pointers in 31.7 minutes, production that has held with Anthony Davis (finger) sidelined. His return could squeeze Brandon Williams, who started the past two games and played well, back into a bench role. Christie profiles as a strong hold in season-long leagues, with stable minutes and usage supporting streamer value if Dallas manages his workload cautiously.

Jan 17

Daniel Gafford • C • Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Unlikely to Play vs. Utah

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Utah, putting him on track to miss a second straight game with a right ankle sprain. His absence keeps the center rotation thin and points to another start for Dwight Powell, while Moussa Cisse (G League) is in line for extended minutes if available. Cisse delivered a strong double-double last game with 10 points, 13 rebounds, and three blocks in 23 minutes, but his role has been volatile across recent outings. He profiles as a high-variance deep-league streamer, while Powell offers steadier minutes with limited upside.

Jan 17

P.J. Washington • PF • Mavericks

P.J. Washington Downgraded to Out vs. Utah

Dallas Mavericks forward/center P.J. Washington (personal) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Utah after being downgraded from probable while attending to a personal matter, with Monday against New York up next. His absence leaves Dallas short-handed and opens additional minutes across the forward spots. Naji Marshall has taken on a larger role and produced 22 points, six rebounds, and four assists in 23 minutes in the last game, keeping him firmly in the streaming mix. Caleb Martin added 14 points and six assists in 28 minutes, while Klay Thompson went for 26 points with six three-pointers in 23 minutes, emphasizing his scoring-first fantasy appeal.

Jan 17

Gui Santos • SF • Warriors

Gui Santos Sidelined vs. Hornets with Sprained Ankle

Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos (ankle) will not play Saturday against Charlotte after spraining his left ankle in the first quarter of Thursday's win over New York. His absence trims wing depth and opens short-term minutes. Moses Moody is positioned for a steadier role after scoring 21 points with seven three-pointers in 28 minutes last game, giving him streamer appeal tied to volume. Brandin Podziemski continues to benefit as a secondary creator after posting 19 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 26 minutes. De'Anthony Melton and Al Horford should also see modest bumps in playing time.

Jan 17

Davion Mitchell • PG • Heat

Davion Mitchell Remains Out for Thunder Matchup

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) will miss Saturday's game against Oklahoma City, sitting for a second straight contest with a shoulder bruise and targeting Monday versus Golden State as his next chance to return. His absence shifts ball-handling duties, especially with Tyler Herro (toe) questionable. Norman Powell is set up for added usage after scoring 26 points in 32 minutes last game, while Pelle Larsson logged 30 minutes in a complementary role. If Herro sits, Dru Smith would be asked to run the offense, though his fantasy value remains tied to minutes and matchups.

Jan 17

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