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RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett Ruled Out for Remainder of Friday with Ankle Injury

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (ankle) was ruled out for the rest of Friday's game against Boston after logging 28 minutes. He finished with 19 points, four rebounds, and seven assists before exiting. Barrett's next chance to play comes Sunday versus Philadelphia. Toronto's injury list remains crowded, with Brandon Ingram (thumb), Scottie Barnes (knee), and Jakob Poeltl (back) sidelined. Immanuel Quickley stands to absorb primary usage after posting 17 points and 13 assists, while Ja'Kobe Walter, Jamal Shead, and Gradey Dick gain short-term fantasy appeal as streamers in expanded roles.

Jan 10

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope • SG • Grizzlies

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Exits in Second Quarter Friday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (jaw) exited Friday's loss to Oklahoma City in the second quarter and did not return, finishing with two points, one rebound, one assist, and one steal in 10 minutes. His availability for Sunday against Brooklyn is uncertain. If Caldwell-Pope misses time, Vince Williams Jr. and GG Jackson II stand to see increased wing minutes. Williams recently logged 13 points, three rebounds, and five assists in 23 minutes, while Jackson offers scoring upside but remains inconsistent, making both situational fantasy streamers.

Jan 10

Robert Williams III • C • Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Exits Early Friday With Knee Injury

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) will not return to Friday's game against Houston after suffering a right knee injury and logged just seven minutes. He finished with three rebounds and one assist before exiting. Williams' status is worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's matchup with New York. If he misses time, Donovan Clingan should continue handling heavy minutes after posting eight points, 15 rebounds, six assists, and two steals in 33 minutes, while Yang Hansen could see a modest uptick as the primary backup. Hansen profiles as a deep-league watch option only.

Jan 10

Tari Eason • SF • Rockets

Tari Eason Exits Friday with Ankle Sprain

Houston Rockets guard/forward Tari Eason (ankle) did not return to Friday's game against Portland after suffering a right ankle sprain and logged just 16 minutes. He finished with six points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block before exiting in the third quarter. Eason's status bears close monitoring after he averaged 12.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.8 steals, and 1.8 three-pointers in 26.1 minutes over his last eight games. If he misses time, Josh Okogie and Dorian Finney-Smith gain minutes but remain volatile fantasy options.

Jan 10

Kevin Huerter • SG • Bulls

Kevin Huerter May Miss Saturday's Game vs. Mavericks

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Kevin Huerter (back) is questionable for Saturday against Dallas after missing Thursday's game. With Josh Giddey (hamstring) sidelined for multiple weeks, Huerter's status carries added fantasy weight. If he sits, Ayo Dosunmu and Tre Jones should continue handling expanded roles. Over his last five games, Dosunmu has averaged 16.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 2.6 three-pointers in 26.5 minutes, while Jones has posted 10.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 8.2 assists in 27.5 minutes. Both remain viable streamers.

Jan 10

Julian Champagnie • SF • Spurs

Julian Champagnie May Sit Saturday vs. Boston

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Julian Champagnie (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against Boston due to mid-back soreness. With Devin Vassell (adductor) sidelined, Champagnie has stepped into a larger role, starting and averaging 19.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes. If he sits, wing minutes open up. Keldon Johnson becomes the primary beneficiary after posting 27 points in 28 minutes last game. Dylan Harper has shown inconsistent production, while Lindy Waters III has barely played lately, keeping both as risky deep-league options.

Jan 10

Jalen Smith • PF • Bulls

Jalen Smith Could Sit Again Saturday

Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's game against Dallas after missing two straight contests while progressing through the league's concussion protocol. If Smith remains out, Lachlan Olbrich is expected to handle backup center duties behind Nikola Vucevic, with Zach Collins (toe) still sidelined. Olbrich logged 16 minutes last game, posting two points and five rebounds. The role offers limited fantasy upside. Vucevic continues to shoulder heavy frontcourt usage, while Smith remains a cautious hold until cleared.

Jan 10

Ace Bailey • SF • Jazz

Ace Bailey Misses Second Straight Game

Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Charlotte, missing a second straight contest with a left hip flexor strain. His absence opens additional wing minutes and usage. Brice Sensabaugh continues to benefit but has delivered modest returns, averaging 11.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.4 three-pointers in 31.0 minutes over his last seven games. With Lauri Markkanen (rest) also sidelined, Sensabaugh remains a low-end streamer, while Svi Mykhailiuk gains situational depth appeal.

Jan 10

Isaiah Jackson • PF • Pacers

Isaiah Jackson's Absence Extends to 10 Games

Indiana Pacers center Isaiah Jackson (concussion) will miss Saturday's game against Miami, extending his absence to 10 games as he continues through the league's concussion protocol. The Pacers' center rotation has been fluid, creating uneven fantasy value. Jay Huff has recently regained momentum, averaging 10.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 1.8 three-pointers over his last four games in 22.9 minutes, after Micah Potter briefly flashed earlier. Still, the shifting minutes make Huff a risky streamer. Potter and Tony Bradley remain watchlist options only.

Jan 10

Mike Conley • PG • Timberwolves

Mike Conley Ruled Out Saturday for Rest

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (rest) will sit out Saturday against Cleveland, with his next chance to play Sunday versus San Antonio. The rest day opens short-term value in Minnesota's backcourt. Bones Hyland should see a usage bump after contributing during Conley's last absence, averaging 11.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.0 three-pointers in 22.5 minutes. Second-year guard Rob Dillingham could also enter the rotation. Hyland gains streamer appeal, especially if Anthony Edwards (foot) or Julius Randle (thumb) are limited.

Jan 10

Brandon Williams • PG • Mavericks

Brandon Williams Won't Play Saturday

Dallas Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams (illness) won't be available on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. An illness limited Williams to nine minutes on Thursday against the Utah Jazz, and he will now sit out the entire game on Saturday to give his body a chance to recover. With Williams out, Ryan Nembhard and Klay Thompson are likely to be more involved in the rotation on Saturday night. Thompson matched his season high with 23 points on Thursday, entering the weekend with positive momentum.

Jan 10

P.J. Washington • PF • Mavericks

P.J. Washington to Remain Out Saturday

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) will be absent for a third consecutive game on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. He has landed on the shelf with a right ankle sprain and will get his next opportunity to return on Monday night in a meeting with the Brooklyn Nets. Naji Marshall is likely to keep his starting spot on Saturday and deserves fantasy attention. He is averaging 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.1 steals in a starting role this campaign.

Jan 10

LeBron James • SF • Lakers

LeBron James Ready to Face Bucks

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot/sciatica) will play on Friday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. The NBA's all-time leading scorer has received a couple of upgrades throughout the day and has now officially been listed as available for the game. James will return from a one-game absence, and as a result, Jarred Vanderbilt must likely settle for a bench role on Friday night.

Jan 10

Andrew Nembhard • PG • Pacers

Andrew Nembhard Could Miss Another Game Saturday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (back) is in danger of missing a second consecutive game, as the team listed him as questionable for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Nembhard couldn't play on Thursday versus the Charlotte Hornets due to a sore lower back. Quenton Jackson started in his place, while T.J. McConnell and Ben Sheppard saw more action off the bench. McConnell had by far the best game of the trio, producing 23 points with four rebounds, eight assists, and four steals. If Nembhard remains out on Saturday, McConnell will be an appealing fantasy target in a matchup against a team that gives up the fifth-most fantasy points to point guards.

Jan 10

Jusuf Nurkić • C • Jazz

Jusuf Nurkic Uncertain for Saturday

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (toe) is considered questionable for a meeting with the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. The Bosnian big man could miss a second consecutive game with a toe injury. Kevin Love, who had 10 points and 10 rebounds in Thursday's win over the Dallas Mavericks, is looking at a second straight start if Nurkic isn't healthy enough to return. Kyle Filipowski would also have a more meaningful role to play, especially with Lauri Markkanen (rest) out of the lineup.

Jan 10

Ryan Kalkbrenner • C • Hornets

Ryan Kalkbrenner on Track to Return Saturday

Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) is listed as probable for Saturday's contest against the Utah Jazz. This is a sign that the rookie big man is ready to end a 10-game absence. He departed the lineup before the holidays due to a left elbow sprain. Kalkbrenner's return would mark the end of Moussa Diabate's run as a starter. Meanwhile, PJ Hall could fall out of the rotation. Kalkbrenner has chosen a good spot for his return, as Utah has some of the weakest defensive numbers in the league against opposing centers.

Jan 10

Bruce Brown • SG • Nuggets

Bruce Brown Active Against Hawks

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Bruce Brown (knee) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Friday's encounter with the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran swingman is ready to play despite dealing with inflammation in his right knee. Brown had a busy night as a starter on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers, but he will come off the bench on Friday night, limiting his fantasy appeal.

Jan 10

Aaron Gordon • PF • Nuggets

Aaron Gordon Available Friday Night

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is active against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. Denver upgraded his status from probable to available ahead of tip-off. Gordon has averaged 16.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 22.5 minutes since returning from a hamstring injury. He has been used off the bench since his comeback, and Gordon will remain part of the second unit on Friday night.

Jan 10

Christian Braun • SG • Nuggets

Christian Braun Cleared to Play Friday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun (ankle) will suit up for Friday's clash against the Atlanta Hawks. The team upgraded Braun's status from probable to available. This will be Braun's third game since his return from an ankle injury. His first couple of efforts since the injury have been underwhelming, as the 24-year-old has averaged 4.0 points and 3.5 rebounds. On Friday, Braun could have a more prominent role on offense, with Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) joining Nikola Jokic (knee) on the shelf.

Jan 10

Spencer Jones • PF • Nuggets

Spencer Jones Won't Play Friday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Spencer Jones (ankle, illness) will not play on Friday night against the Atlanta Hawks. He's dealing with inflammation in his right ankle and an illness. Jones has been a regular starter for Denver since late November. The team has several options to replace him in the starting unit, including Aaron Gordon, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Bruce Brown (knee), who has shaken off a questionable tag.

Jan 10

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