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Aaron Gordon Ruled Out Wednesday
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) won't play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. Gordon will miss his eighth consecutive contest due to a calf strain. The 29-year-old participated in most of practice on Monday, likely leading to his returning soon. His next opportunity to suit up comes on Friday against the Nets. Former Clipper Russell Westbrook will continue to get the nod to start in place of Gordon until his return.
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Nikola Jokic Questionable For Wednesday Versus Clippers
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (illness) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. Jokic is in danger of missing a second consecutive contest due to an illness. A decision on his game availability will likely be made closer to warmups. If the big man is unavailable, Dario Saric and DeAndre Jordan will take on expanded roles in the team rotation. However, Saric and Jordan are not viable fantasy options at center for Wednesday.
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Paolo Banchero Expected To Return On Friday Versus Bucks
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) is set to return against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. Banchero returned to practice Wednesday after not playing since October 30th due to a torn right oblique. Fantasy managers should prepare to have the 22-year-old back in their lineup, as he had an excellent start to the season before his injury. He's posted averages of 29.0 points, 8.8 rebounds and 5.6 assists during 36.4 minutes in five contests.
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Kawhi Leonard Out Versus Denver
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (personal) will not suit up against the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, per NBA reporter Chris Haynes. Leonard is temporarily stepping away from the Clippers to help family members who were forced to evacuate during the current wildfires in Los Angeles County. While the 33-year-old is out, James Harden and Norman Powell will see an uptick in minutes. Terrance Mann, who recently recovered from a finger injury, may also take on more playing time versus the Nuggets.
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Deni Avdija In Danger Of Missing Wednesday's Contest
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (wrist) may sit out his first game of the season on Wednesday against New Orleans, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. Avdija, who has recently been a starter due to Jerami Grant's (face) absence, has suffered a right wrist sprain. Kris Murray has already started to play more because of Grant's injury, and Avdija's exit from the lineup would further boost his fantasy stock. Rayan Rupert and Dalano Banton might also receive more playing time Wednesday night.
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Jerami Grant Remains Unavailable Wednesday
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (face) will remain on the shelf for a fifth consecutive game on Wednesday against New Orleans. He has yet to recover from a facial contusion. Deni Avdija (wrist) has joined the starting five during Grant's absence but might also exit the lineup on Wednesday, as Portland has listed him as questionable on the injury report. Murray has received an uptick in minutes with Grant missing, and he may now find himself as a starter if Avdija also can't play on Wednesday. The 24-year-old finished his rookie campaign as a starter in Portland last season, averaging 9.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in the first unit.
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Ben Simmons Iffy For Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets guard/center Ben Simmons (back) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Detroit. Simmons is managing a lower back problem and might be absent for a fourth consecutive game. Reece Beekman has entered the rotation following Simmons' exit from the lineup, with Keon Johnson, Ziaire Williams, and Tyrese Martin also benefiting from the situation. If he's cleared for action, Simmons himself will have additional fantasy value on Wednesday due to D'Angelo Russell's (shin) injury.
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D'Angelo Russell To Miss Second Straight Game
Brooklyn Nets point guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) will remain out on Wednesday against Detroit. He suffered a right shin contusion against Philadelphia last weekend, ending his promising start in Brooklyn. The former Laker averaged a double-double through his first couple of outings with the Nets. Russell's absence has given a further boost to Keon Johnson, Ziaire Williams, and Tyrese Martin. The three have moved to the starting unit, with Cam Thomas (hamstring) and Cameron Johnson (ankle) also recently dropping out of the lineup.
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Karl-Anthony Towns Questionable To Face Raptors
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is considered questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Toronto. The four-time All-Star may have to sit out a second consecutive game due to a problem with his right knee. Jericho Sims took over the starting role from Towns on Monday versus Orlando. He gobbled up 10 rebounds in 29 minutes but didn't do much else. Precious Achiuwa also has a chance to log additional minutes without Towns and finished Monday's contest with 10 points and two rebounds in 22 minutes.
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Tyrese Haliburton Listed As Questionable For Wednesday
Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton (ankle) is questionable to play on Wednesday against Chicago. The star guard hurt his ankle on Monday versus Brooklyn but was able to finish the game. However, the team has given him a questionable designation on the injury report entering Wednesday. T.J. McConnell will likely replace Haliburton in the starting unit if he can't play, while Andrew Nembhard might also see an uptick in minutes. The Pacers' backcourt should find plenty of joy against a team that gives up the second-most points in the league (121.0).
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Khris Middleton Likely To Return To Action Wednesday
Milwaukee Bucks small forward Khris Middleton (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's contest against San Antonio. Middleton sat out Monday's win against Toronto as he continues to manage a bilateral ankle injury. He had previously skipped only the NBA Cup final since making his season debut on Dec. 6. Middleton has generally performed well but was limited to just two points in his last appearance against Portland. If he isn't ready to return, Taurean Prince would likely remain in the starting unit. The veteran wing did a little bit of everything Monday night, finishing with eight points, two rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one block.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Probable Wednesday
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will likely be able to square off against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on Wednesday, as the team considers him probable for the matchup. Antetokounmpo continues to deal with a knee problem. He also injured his right pinkie finger against Toronto on Monday, requiring three stitches, but this will not keep him off the court. The Bucks leader had a quiet night against the Raptors, netting 11 points on 5-for-8 shooting, but he still provided plenty from a fantasy perspective as Antetokounmpo posted his fourth triple-double of the season.
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Nikola Jokic Out On Tuesday Night
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (illness) won't play on Tuesday against the Boston Celtics. The multi-time MVP is coming off a massive outing, amassing 46 points, 10 assists, nine boards, two steals, and two blocks in Saturday's win over Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. Unfortunately, he'll miss Tuesday's contest, although fantasy managers are now hoping he'll suit up on Wednesday versus the Los Angeles Clippers. Without Jokic on the floor, Russell Westbrook, Jamal Murray, and Michael Porter Jr. should get more scoring opportunities. DeAndre Jordan, Dario Saric, and Zeke Nnaji may also get more minutes. However, all three are risky fantasy options.
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Kyle Kuzma Exits Game Early With Calf Contusion
Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma exited Tuesday night's game against the Houston Rockets early with a calf contusion, according to the team. Kuzma scored 10 points and grabbed six rebounds before leaving after halftime. The 29-year-old has already missed 12 games this season due to a rib injury. If Kuzma is forced to miss extended time, expect Corey Kispert to get more playing time at forward.
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Brice Sensabaugh Ruled Out For Tuesday
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The 21-year-old was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness. Sensabaugh has been on a tear lately with 61 points over his last two games. The absence of Lauri Markkanen (back) likely contributed to increased playing time for Sensabaugh. It's uncertain if he'll keep getting minutes in the high-20s going forward. Johnny Juzang and Micah Potter will probably see more minutes with Sensabaugh out on Tuesday. Neither player is an ideal streaming option for Tuesday's slate.
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Lauri Markkanen Upgraded To Available On Tuesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) has been upgraded to available ahead of Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Markkanen is back in the lineup after sitting out their last game due to back spasms. Both Johnny Juzang and Micah Potter figure to have reduced roles with Markkanen back in the mix. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can go ahead and get Markkanen back in their lineups on Tuesday. The 27-year-old has been in a bit of a shooting slump over the last few games.
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Bogdan Bogdanovic Will Suit Up On Tuesday
Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) is available ahead of Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Bogdanovic has been banged up recently due to a lower leg issue. He has only played in one of the last seven games heading into Tuesday's game. During his one game against the Los Angeles Lakers last week, Bogdanovic struggled with five points and two rebounds in 23 minutes of action. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get Bogdanovic back in their lineups. However, the 32-year-old won't be an ideal DFS option for Tuesday's slate.
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Trae Young To Play On Tuesday
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) has been upgraded to available ahead of Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Young has been cleared to play after being listed as probable coming into this game due to right Achilles tendinitis. This injury doesn't appear to be impacting Young's performance on the court. He finished with 20 points and 14 assists in 33 minutes of action during Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The expectation is that Young is going to continue playing his normal role in the rotation.
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Derrick White Unavailable On Tuesday
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran guard was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness. The Celtics will take the cautious approach and hold out White for Tuesday's contest. The absence of White should mean more playing time for Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser in the rotation. Pritchard posted a dud last time out, but he's the more consistent streaming option between the two for Tuesday's slate.
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Dejounte Murray Upgraded To Available
New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) has been upgraded to available ahead of Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Murray was uncertain coming into this game due to a lingering right elbow issue. The injury doesn't appear to have impacted his performance on the court. Murray finished with a triple-double during Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards. The Pelicans are likely going to monitor Murray, but the expectation is that he'll play his regular role on Tuesday.
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