NBA News
Zach Edey Considered Week-To-Week
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (ankle) suffered an injury during Sunday's win over the Denver Nuggets. Since then, Edey underwent imaging that looked promising, according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. However, the rookie center is currently being listed as week-to-week by the organization. That's a shame considering Edey was putting together a promising start to his rookie campaign. The loss of Edey means more playing time for Jay Huff, Brandon Clarke and Santi Aldama in the rotation going forward. Between the trio, Aldama might be the best streaming choice given he's scored double digits in four of his last six games.
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Sam Merrill Returns As Starter
Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Sam Merrill (ankle) will be back in the lineup as a starter on Tuesday against Boston. He's been sidelined for three games with ankle inflammation. Merrill makes his return at a good time because the Cavaliers have lost some rotational pieces for Tuesday's game. This should guarantee him plenty of playing time. The 28-year-old has averaged 6.8 points in 19.7 minutes this season but might get past the 25-minute mark on Tuesday, with Caris LeVert (knee) and Isaac Okoro (ankle) missing.
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Isaac Okoro Ruled Out For Tuesday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Isaac Okoro (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Okoro has been downgraded from questionable to out after he suffered a sprained left ankle during Sunday's game. The Cavs are also without Caris LeVert (knee), so that could mean big minutes for Georges Niang. The expectation is that Niang will play minutes in the mid or high 20s with the Cavs shorthanded. He has finished with double digit scoring in three of his last four games. Fantasy managers should consider Niang as a possible streaming option without Okoro available.
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Caris LeVert Won't Play Tuesday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Caris LeVert (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics. LeVert was tagged as questionable ahead of this game due to left knee inflammation. The team has decided to hold him out which will result in his third absence this season. The absence of LeVert should mean more playing time for Ty Jerome and Georges Niang. Neither player is a reliable fantasy option, but it's worth noting that Jerome is coming off a 24-point performance during his last game. He might be worth a look as a streaming choice on Tuesday.
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Patrick Williams Questionable For Wednesday Night
Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (feet) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The 23-year-old hasn't missed a game this season, which is good news, considering he missed time during the 2023-24 campaign because of a foot injury. It's unknown if his surgically-repaired foot is giving him trouble. But for now, fantasy managers shouldn't be too concerned about bilateral foot soreness. Williams has played as well as expected this season, averaging 9.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 39.4% shooting from deep. Unfortunately, that type of production won't earn him a consistent place in some fantasy lineups. If he's sidelined on Wednesday, Jalen Smith could be in line for more work.
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Dorian Finney-Smith Will Suit Up Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is suiting up for Tuesday's game versus the Hornets. The 31-year-old has a left ankle sprain but will play through it. After missing two games, Finney-Smith returned to the starting lineup on Friday and has played well in his last two outings, scoring at least 15 points in both games against the New York Knicks. As a vital part of the Nets' rotation, he averages nearly 30 minutes per game, contributing 10.9 points and 4.8 rebounds during this year's campaign.
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Wendell Carter Jr. Upgraded To Questionable For Wednesday
Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, per Dan Savage of the Magic's official site. Carter was able to practice Tuesday after missing eight straight contests due to left plantar fasciitis. The 25-year-old has consistently contributed when on the floor, averaging 8.3 points and 8.8 rebounds this season. If the big man can go, he will likely see limited minutes, and Moritz Wagner, Jonathan Isaac, and Goga Bitadze will continue to see expanded roles in the frontcourt.
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Payton Pritchard Will Play On Tuesday
Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (thumb) will play in Tuesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 26-year-old was questionable heading into this contest because of a sprained thumb. Luckily, the C's will have him out there for a touch matchup with the undefeated Cavs. While Pritchard comes off the bench, he has averaged 15.5 points and shot 41.9% from behind the arc, making him a welcome addition to any fantasy lineup.
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Devin Vassell Listed As Questionable On Tuesday
According to independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan, San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus the Thunder due to left knee soreness. Vassell didn't play the second half of San Antonio's back-to-back Saturday against Dallas for rest purposes. However, the 24-year-old's late addition to the injury could cause some concern. If Vassell cannot suit up, Stephon Castle, Malaki Branham, and Tre Jones could see an uptick in minutes on the court.
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Zion Williamson Expected To Miss A Considerable Amount Of Time
On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania said on the Pat McAfee show that New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (hamstring) will be out for a "considerable amount of time." The Pelicans had already announced Saturday that the 24-year-old would be out indefinitely. Williamson has averaged 22.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.2 blocks this regular season. However, he's been limited to only six games. With Williamson out moving forward, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, averaging 12.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.0 steals in two starts this season, can hopefully continue to fill the void in the rotation.
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Nikola Jokic Ruled Out Tuesday
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. This is Jokic's third consecutive contest that he missed for personal reasons. Expect Dario Saric to be back in the starting lineup with the 29-year-old sidelined. Saric has started both games that Jokic has missed and has been a solid fantasy option rebounding-wise as he collected eight and 10 boards in his two starts.
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Victor Wembanyama Unavailable On Tuesday
According to independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Wembanyama being sidelined was not surprising after he was listed as doubtful on the Spurs injury report on Monday. With the 20-year-old out, Zach Collins will likely start. During Collins' last outing, he registered 20 points, six rebounds, three blocks, and one steal across 26 minutes against the Mavs on Saturday.
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Bogdan Bogdanovic Logs 18 Minutes In Return To Action
Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) spent 18 minutes on the floor as he returned to action against Sacramento in Monday's 109-108 win. He made only his second appearance of the season after being sidelined for three weeks due to a hamstring injury. Bogdanovic finished the contest with six points on 2-for-7 shooting, adding three rebounds and three assists to his tally. The Serbian veteran clearly has to shake off some rust, and fantasy managers must be patient with him. Garrison Mathews' role in the rotation is under threat following Bogdanovic's return.
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Isaac Okoro Questionable To Face Celtics
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's fascinating matchup against Boston. He suffered an ankle sprain against Charlotte on Sunday and might be forced to miss his first game of the season. Dean Wade (ankle) is already ruled out, and question marks are hanging over Caris LeVert (knee) and Sam Merrill (ankle), meaning Cleveland's rotation could have a very different look on Tuesday. The long list of injuries might give further opportunities to Ty Jerome, who impressed on Sunday with a 24-point, eight-assist effort.
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Dean Wade Ruled Out For Tuesday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) will not take the floor on Tuesday versus Boston. He will miss his third game of the season after spraining his left ankle against Charlotte over the weekend. Wade's fantasy impact is minimal, with the 27-year-old averaging 5.5 points and 4.2 rebounds, but he's been a valuable member of the rotation and certainly will be missed as Cleveland tries to defend its unbeaten record against the defending champs. Wade's absence opens up around 20 minutes of action. Georges Niang, Caris LeVert (knee), Isaac Okoro (ankle), and Sam Merrill (ankle) can all potentially benefit from his absence, but the latter three are battling injuries themselves and might join Wade on the sidelines Tuesday.
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Walker Kessler Will Remain Out Tuesday
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (hip) will sit out a fifth consecutive game on Tuesday versus the Lakers. He has missed a week of action with a hip problem, and it's not fully clear when Kessler will be able to make a comeback. His injury has allowed John Collins to put together a strong stretch, while Kyle Filipowski also benefits from his absence. The two are in a strong position to continue their recent success on Tuesday, as the Lakers are ranked 26th in defensive efficiency and 23rd in rebounding rate.
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Cam Reddish Available Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Cam Reddish (leg) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash with Utah. Reddish sat out Saturday's 104-99 win over New Orleans due to a strained tendon in his lower right leg. However, he returned to practice on Monday and appears ready to jump back into action. Reddish has averaged 4.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 21.0 minutes for the season. He hasn't been relevant in fantasy basketball, but his return will be significant, as Max Christie's minutes will take a hit, and Dalton Knecht might also lose some momentum. Reddish made four consecutive starts before injuring himself on Friday versus San Antonio.
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Bronny James Jr. Listed As Doubtful Versus Jazz
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James Jr. (heel) is on the injury report as doubtful ahead of Tuesday's game against Utah. James last saw NBA action on Nov. 10 versus Toronto, and it looks like he will have to sit out this one due to a bruised heel. In five NBA appearances, James has scored four total points in 16 minutes. He's logged a lot more action in the G League, averaging 28.5 minutes across two outings. Shooting woes have limited him to 5.0 points per game, while James has notched 2.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks in the G League.
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Rui Hachimura Questionable For Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with Utah. He didn't practice on Monday, meaning it's unlikely Hachimura will be able to play, but Lakers head coach JJ Redick hasn't fully ruled him out just yet. Hachimura has been sidelined for two games already, giving Dalton Knecht and Max Christie larger roles. The two have looked good at times, but their inexperience at this level makes them fairly inconsistent performers.
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Anthony Davis Back On The Injury Report For Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) is listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz. The foot injury is nothing new, so fantasy managers should expect to see his name on the injury report moving ahead. With that in mind, Davis has missed just one game so far this season after appearing in 76 during the 2023-24 campaign. He's played well, too, averaging a career-high 31.1 points with 11.2 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, and 42.9% shooting from behind the arc. As always, AD is a must-start, although his ceiling could be higher against the Jazz with Walker Kessler (hip) out again.
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