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Nicolas Claxton Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup With Phoenix
Brooklyn Nets, center Nicolas Claxton (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. Claxton has been a regular on the Nets' injury report this season due to a lower back strain and soreness. The 25-year-old is in danger of missing his seventh straight game. However, if he suits up, his playing time will be limited. Trendon Watford and Ben Simmons will get extra minutes if Claxton cannot go.
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Jose Alvarado Ruled Out Wednesday
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (hamstring) will not suit up against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. Alvarado will be sidelined for the seventh straight game due to a left hamstring strain. With the Pelicans dealing with a litany of injuries, expect Brandon Boston Jr. to receive an uptick in extra minutes. Brandon Ingram (calf) and Trey Murphy III (knee) are also listed as questionable on the team's injury report.
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Gradey Dick Won't Play Wednesday Against New Orleans
Toronto Raptors guard/forward Gradey Dick (calf) will not play Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Dick will miss his second consecutive contest due to a left calf strain. He left Sunday's game with soreness in his calf after posting 18 points in 31 minutes in a 122-108 loss to Cleveland. Guard Davion Mitchell started in place of Dick on Monday against Detroit, and he will likely remain in the starting five Wednesday.
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Alex Caruso Unavailable Wednesday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (hip) will not play against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday due to a right hip strain. Caruso has only suited up for two of the last six games. With the 30-year-old's hip injury still lingering, fantasy managers expect Aaron Wiggins and Carson Wallace to continue seeing extra minutes during Wednesday's contest. Caruso's next opportunity to return to the court will be on Friday for a matchup with the Lakers.
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Jonathan Kuminga Might Miss A Third Straight Game Wednesday
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (illness) remains on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's meeting with Oklahoma City. He has been listed as questionable and might have to sit out a third straight game with an illness. Kuminga's absence has opened up a good amount of minutes for the rest of the squad, but Golden State's deep rotation means there hasn't been a standout name who has benefited from Kuminga's absence. If he's out again on Wednesday, Kuminga will get plenty of rest to recover, as the Warriors will not be in action again until Saturday.
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Quentin Grimes Tagged As Questionable For Wednesday
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Quentin Grimes (illness) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's clash with the Knicks. He's dealing with an illness and might be unavailable for a second consecutive game. Grimes has fallen sick at a bad time because he had just earned himself a larger role in the rotation, taking over Luka Doncic's (wrist) spot in the starting lineup. Grimes has contributed 10.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in the first unit this season. Jaden Hardy will be in line for his second start of the campaign if Grimes isn't available against his former team. The expectations for Hardy will be high following his 23-point, three-steal effort in Monday's 129-119 victory over Atlanta.
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Klay Thompson Considered Questionable For Wednesday's Action
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (foot) has been listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's encounter with the Knicks. A left foot problem has taken Thompson out of the lineup for the first time this season, and he might have to sit out a second consecutive game. With Thompson unavailable, Naji Marshall rejoined the starting five and came up big in Monday's 129-119 win over Atlanta, scoring 22 points and grabbing six rebounds. Marshall isn't really known as a scorer but has now tallied 20-plus points in three consecutive games. The Knicks defense hasn't been too good this season, giving Marshall a decent shot at continuing his scoring streak.
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Tobias Harris In Danger Of Missing First Game Of The Season
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (hip) might have to sit out his first game of the season when the team visits Memphis on Wednesday. The veteran forward has been listed as questionable for the clash. Harris is among Detroit's leading rebounders, grabbing 7.2 boards per game, and has averaged 13.8 points in 33.2 minutes. With Cade Cunningham (hip) unlikely to return on Wednesday, there are going to be a lot of shots available for Jaden Ivey, Malik Beasley, and Tim Hardaway Jr. Simone Fontecchio, Ausar Thompson, and Ronald Holland II might receive more playing time due to Harris' absence. Thompson's versatility makes him the best fantasy option out of the three players.
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Cade Cunningham Listed As Doubtful For Wednesday
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (hip) remains on the injury report with a doubtful tag ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Memphis. It appears likely that the Pistons star will be forced to sit out a third consecutive game. As a result of Cunningham's absence, Malik Beasley has rejoined the first unit, hitting seven threes in two games while posting 32 points. Meanwhile, Jaden Ivey has started to operate more as a playmaker and flirted with a double-double last time out, finishing a 102-100 win over Toronto with a team-high 25 points and eight assists.
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Scoot Henderson Questionable To Play Against Pacers
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson (back) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against Indiana. A back issue might keep Henderson off the court for a fourth consecutive game. It's been a tough sophomore campaign so far for Henderson, who's averaging 11.3 points and 5.2 assists with 40.6 percent shooting. Dalano Banton has gained additional fantasy value during Henderson's absence, although his production fluctuates quite heavily. The total has been set at 232.5 points for Wednesday's game in Indianapolis, making this an attractive fantasy matchup.
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Donovan Clingan To Miss At Least Two Weeks
Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (knee) is expected to be out for at least a couple of weeks. The rookie big man has suffered an MCL sprain and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Clingan, who averages 5.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks for the campaign, will miss a second consecutive contest on Wednesday versus Indiana. With Deandre Ayton (finger) questionable and Robert Williams III (concussion) also out, Duop Reath should become a popular man among fantasy managers again. A season ago, Reath averaged 13.9 points and 5.8 rebounds in 27.4 minutes as a starter.
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Cameron Johnson Questionable Against Phoenix
Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns. The 28-year-old is having the best season of his career, averaging 18.3 points while shooting 43.1% from behind the arc. Even better, he hasn't missed time after appearing in only 58 games during the 2023-24 campaign. But if the ankle injury keeps him off the floor, Dennis Schroder, Jalen Wilson, Ziaire Williams, and Ben Simmons could get more scoring chances, considering Cam Thomas (hamstring) is already ruled out and Nicolas Claxton (back) is questionable.
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Stephen Curry May Miss Wednesday's Contest
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knees) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup versus OKC. The multi-time All-Star is coming off a 28-point outing in Monday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. However, he's in danger of missing Wednesday's contest because of bilateral knee pain. With that in mind, if Curry can't get on the floor, Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody should see more action. In addition, Buddy Hield and Andrew Wiggins could be in line for considerably more scoring opportunities.
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Cam Thomas Sidelined For Wednesday's Matchup With Phoenix
Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (hamstring) won't play in Wednesday's game in Phoenix. The 23-year-old had 34 points in Sunday's win over the Kings. Unfortunately, he logged only 21 minutes on Monday against the Warriors because of hamstring soreness, so he'll sit out the final game of the Nets' road trip. With Cameron Johnson (ankle) and Nicolas Claxton (back) both questionable, Dennis Schroder, Jalen Wilson, and even Ben Simmons may get more involved on the scoring end.
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Brandon Ingram May Miss Another Game On Wednesday
New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (calf) is in danger of missing Wednesday's matchup with the Raptors. The 27-year-old didn't suit up for Monday's loss to the Indiana Pacers, resulting in Javonte Green and Brandon Boston Jr. getting more work, with the duo combining for 16 points. With that in mind, CJ McCollum recently returned, and Dejounte Murray (hand) is in line to return on Wednesday, meaning Boston and Green could struggle to stay involved, even if Ingram misses another contest.
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Dejounte Murray Officially Probable For Wednesday Night
New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (hand) is probable for Wednesday's game against the visiting Raptors. The 28-year-old was acquired in a trade with the Hawks during the offseason. Unfortunately, he fractured his left hand after logging 30 minutes in the opening-night win over the Chicago Bulls. Under normal circumstances, Murray might see fewer minutes in his first game in over a month. Yet, with Jose Alvarado (hamstring) out, and Jordan Hawkins (back), Brandon Ingram (calf), and Trey Murphy III (knee) questionable, the Pels may not have a choice but to give Murray all the work he can handle. Either way, Elfrid Payton, coming off a massive 14-point, 21-assist, two-steal outing in Monday's loss to the Pacers, may spend considerably less time on the floor.
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Jerami Grant Not Expected To Face The Pacers
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) is doubtful heading into Wednesday's game against the Pacers. The 30-year-old carried a questionable tag prior to Monday's matchup with the Grizzlies because of an illness. While he managed to suit up for that one, he eventually exited because of a sprained left knee. The Blazers are in trouble, with Donovan Clingan (knee) and Robert Williams III (concussion) already ruled out. To make matters worse, Scoot Henderson (back), Kris Murray (sternum), and Deandre Ayton (finger) are questionable. As a result, Deni Avdija could return to the starting lineup and automatically see his fantasy potential increase. Also, Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe could be in line for an uptick in production.
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Robert Williams III Ruled Out Versus Indy
Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (concussion) won't play in Wednesday's meeting with the Pacers. With Deandre Ayton (finger) and Donovan Clingan (knee) sidelined, Williams got the start in Monday's game versus the Memphis Grizzlies. Unfortunately, he suffered a concussion after logging only 12 minutes. Ayton has a chance to return on Wednesday, so that would help lessen the blow caused by Williams' absence. But if Ayton is ruled out, Duop Reath deserves streaming attention. Reath would also be a popular DFS value option.
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Deandre Ayton Questionable For Wednesday Night
Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (finger) is questionable for Wednesday's game in Indiana. He has missed the last seven games because of a right index finger contusion. But with Robert Williams III (concussion) and Donovan Clingan (knee) both out, the team could certainly use Ayton back on the floor. With that in mind, if the 2018 No. 1 overall pick can't suit up, Duop Reath would presumably be in line to handle things underneath the rim. Reath hasn't seen much action this season. However, he averaged 13.9 points, 5.8 boards, and 37.4% shooting from behind the arc in 20 starts last season. As a result, Reath would be worth streaming, and his potential for more production could be greater if Jerami Grant (knee) and Scoot Henderson (back) are ruled out.
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Bradley Beal Cleared To Suit Up, Could Play Fewer Minutes
Phoenix Suns guard/forward Bradley Beal (calf) is officially active for Tuesday's NBA Cup meeting with the Lakers. It's a good night for the Suns, with Kevin Durant (calf) also back in uniform for this one after missing the last seven games. According to head coach Mike Budenholzer, the team will be "logical" with both player's minutes, meaning both could see less work in their first game back. With that in mind, Beal is a lock for season-long formats. On the other hand, DFS managers may want to consider other options.
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