NBA News

Alexandre Sarr  • PF  •  Wizards

Alexandre Sarr Returns To Action Wednesday

Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (ankle) will be back in action on Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers. After spraining his left ankle, Sarr missed eight games. Richaun Holmes has enjoyed a decent run as the starting center but will likely return to a bench role for Wednesday's matchup. Tristan Vukcevic's position in the rotation will also be under threat. Sarr has struggled with inconsistency during his rookie season, with his shooting efficiency being his Achilles' heel. However, the 19-year-old has posted respectable numbers, averaging 11.5 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 26.8 minutes.
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Jalen Suggs  • SG  •  Magic

Jalen Suggs Ruled Out For Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) has been downgraded from doubtful to out ahead of Wednesday's meeting with the Charlotte Hornets. He will be sidelined for a ninth consecutive game due to a left quadriceps contusion. Cole Anthony and Anthony Black will continue to have additional fantasy value on Wednesday. Both players have impressed at times during Suggs' injury layoff, but consistency has been an issue for them. In Wednesday's game, they face a Hornets backcourt that won't have LaMelo Ball (ankle), which may allow Anthony and Black to focus more on offense.
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Damian Lillard  • PG  •  Bucks

Damian Lillard Out On Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard (hamstring) will not play on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Lillard carried a probable tag on the initial injury report but was downgraded to questionable earlier on Wednesday. Now, NBA insider Chris Haynes reports that Lillard has been ruled out for the contest. Newly acquired Kevin Porter Jr. may receive a start with Lillard absent, with Ryan Rollins working as a secondary playmaker off the bench. Before moving to Milwaukee, Porter Jr. made a pair of starts with the Los Angeles Clippers earlier in the season. He was very productive in these games, averaging 22.5 points, 6.5 assists, and 2.5 steals.
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Vince Williams Jr.  • SG  •  Grizzlies

Vince Williams Jr. Questionable Versus Clippers

Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Los Angeles Clippers due to soreness in his left knee. For the Grizzlies, Wednesday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set. Williams played during the first leg, posting seven points, nine rebounds, and one assist across 17 minutes, beating the Suns 119-112 on Tuesday. Ja Morant (knee) is also questionable for the contest this evening, so the Grizzlies might give the two players a longer rest during the upcoming All-Star break. If Williams is out of action, GG Jackson will see an uptick in minutes on the floor on Wednesday.
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CJ McCollum  • PG  •  Pelicans

CJ McCollum Returns To Pelicans Lineup Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (personal) will rejoin the lineup for Wednesday's clash against the Sacramento Kings. He was unavailable Monday against the Oklahoma City Thunder for personal reasons. Zion Williamson (conditioning) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup, so McCollum may assume a larger offensive role in the contest. His last appearance was a 31-point effort against the Kings on Saturday. McCollum has also recorded a 36-point outing in the matchup this season.
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Grayson Allen  • SF  •  Suns

Grayson Allen Will Not Play Against Rockets

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. Allen is nursing left knee soreness and will skip Wednesday's action after logging 20 minutes in Tuesday's 119-112 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. With Allen out of commission, Ryan Dunn should receive more playing opportunities, especially as Devin Booker (back) and Bradley Beal (toe) also sit out Wednesday's game. The likes of Royce O'Neale and Monte Morris may also get a lot of burn.
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Bradley Beal  • SG  •  Suns

Bradley Beal To Miss Fourth Consecutive Game

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (toe) will be absent for a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. He is working his way back from a toe sprain and will now get some extra time to recover, with the league set to head into the All-Star break. Devin Booker (back) and Grayson Allen (knee) will also miss the game against the Rockets, leaving Kevin Durant and Tyus Jones as the only healthy players among Phoenix's top five scorers. Ryan Dunn was limited to only five minutes against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday and should take on a much larger role in Wednesday's game, while Bol Bol might again be involved heavily in the offense. He has averaged 16.5 shot attempts across the past two games, posting 18.5 points.
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Devin Booker  • SG  •  Suns

Devin Booker Ruled Out For Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Devin Booker (back) will come out of the lineup on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. He hurt his back in Tuesday's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies as Phoenix kicked off a back-to-back. With Bradley Beal (toe) also out, Kevin Durant will be the last man standing among the Suns' Big Three. He netted a game-high 34 points in Tuesday's loss against Memphis to become the eighth player in NBA history with 30,000 career points. Given Phoenix's injury situation, Tyus Jones and Ryan Dunn should take on additional offensive duties in Wednesday's game.
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Ja Morant  • PG  •  Grizzlies

Ja Morant Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup With Clippers

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. Morant is dealing with left knee soreness after finishing with 26 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and one steal in a win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. If the superstar guard is unable to play, Luke Kennard and Scotty Pippen will anchor the club's backcourt. However, neither player will be a reliable fantasy option this evening.
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Kyle Lowry  • PG  •  76ers

Kyle Lowry Ruled Out Again On Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry (hip) will sit out Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Lowry is managing a right hip injury and will miss his second straight game. The veteran will now have over a week to recover during the All-Star break. He has averaged only 12.5 minutes per contest this month, and his days as a solid fantasy contributor are gone. With the 38-year-old out of action, Jared Butler may get a few extra minutes of action behind starting playmaker Tyrese Maxey on Wednesday.
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Eric Gordon  • SF  •  76ers

Eric Gordon Sidelined Again On Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Eric Gordon (wrist) is unavailable for Wednesday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Due to a wrist sprain, he will miss his second consecutive game. Gordon has only posted five points across three appearances in February. The Sixers will have no issues coping with his absence, while fantasy managers should look for other options. Quentin Grimes will likely take on some extra minutes with the 36-year-old out. Grimes finished with 13 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals during 36 minutes in Tuesday's 106-103 loss to the Raptors.
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Joel Embiid  • C  •  76ers

Joel Embiid Unavailable On Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) won't suit up against the Brooklyn Nets. Wednesday's game is the second half of a back-to-back set for the Sixers and Embiid will get the night off for rest maintenance. On Tuesday, the big man posted 27 points,12 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 38 minutes in a 106-103 loss to the Raptors. With the 30-year-old sitting out this evening, Guerschon Yabusele will likely start at center and see an uptick in extra minutes. Veteran center Andre Drummond will also be available to help out the teams frontcourt.
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Max Strus  • SG  •  Cavaliers

Max Strus May Miss Another Game On Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. After making 23 consecutive appearances, Strus was forced to skip Monday's action against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to ankle soreness. He may now be sidelined for a second consecutive game. Newly acquired De'Andre Hunter took over from Strus in the first unit on Monday, scoring 12 points in 23 minutes during a blowout win. Sam Merrill, who had a 29-minute outing off the bench against Minnesota, also benefits from Strus' absence.
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Ty Jerome  • PG  •  Cavaliers

Ty Jerome Listed As Questionable Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (calf) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Soreness in his right calf may end his streak of 14 consecutive appearances. Jerome is coming off a performance that included 15 points and four assists against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Craig Porter Jr. and Sam Merrill may take on larger roles off the bench on Wednesday, especially since Max Strus (ankle) is also iffy for the game.
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Collin Sexton  • PG  •  Jazz

Collin Sexton Remains Out Wednesday

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will remain sidelined for Wednesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. This will mark his fifth straight absence due to a left ankle sprain. Sexton has one more chance to return before the All-Star break as Utah completes a back-to-back on Thursday versus the Los Angeles Clippers. On Wednesday, we should see Jordan Clarkson get another start in Sexton's place. Since rejoining the first unit, Clarkson has averaged 23.7 points and 4.0 assists while making 4.7 three-pointers per game.
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P.J. Washington  • PF  •  Mavericks

P.J. Washington Questionable For Wednesday's Game

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable to suit up against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. He may be out for a second consecutive game due to a right ankle sprain. This would leave the Mavericks extremely short on healthy frontcourt bodies, as Daniel Gafford (knee) has just joined Anthony Davis (adductor), Dereck Lively II (ankle), and Dwight Powell (hip) on the shelf. Due to the lack of options, Kessler Edwards has begun logging starts, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper played 34 minutes off the bench in Monday's overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. The latter had a decent showing with 16 points, but Prosper had been anonymous in the previous games.
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Nicolas Claxton  • C  •  Nets

Nicolas Claxton Carries A Questionable Tag Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton (ankle) is questionable to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He has appeared on the injury report with a right ankle sprain. Day'Ron Sharpe and Trendon Watford will be in line for increased workloads if Brooklyn rules Claxton out for the game. The Nets catch Philadelphia at a good time, as the 76ers finish off a back-to-back, and Joel Embiid is unlikely to play after logging a 38-minute shift against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Both Sharpe and Watford have performed well in limited minutes recently, and a boost in playing time would give them a lift.
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Michael Porter Jr.  • SF  •  Nuggets

Michael Porter Jr. Iffy For Wednesday

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (hamstring) may miss a third consecutive contest, as the team lists him as questionable for Wednesday's clash against the Portland Trail Blazers. Following a hugely impressive three-game run of 30-point performances, Porter Jr. has landed on the shelf with a left hamstring strain. During his absence, Julian Strawther has stepped into a larger role. He has posted back-to-back 18-point efforts, averaging 37.0 minutes and 14.5 shot attempts. Christian Braun also currently carries a massive load, as Porter Jr. has joined Russell Westbrook (hamstring) and Payton Watson (knee) on the sidelines.
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Jamal Murray  • PG  •  Nuggets

Jamal Murray Probable For Wednesday's Matchup

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) has been labeled as probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. Murray is experiencing inflammation in his left knee, but he has missed only one game since Christmas Day and is expected to be ready for Wednesday's action. The Canadian star may have something to prove in the contest after getting ejected on Monday against the Trail Blazers. Before getting tossed for picking up two technical fouls, Murray recorded a highly efficient 17 points with eight assists and two steals.
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Trae Young  • PG  •  Hawks

Trae Young Likely To Play Against Knicks

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) is considered probable for Wednesday's matchup against the New York Knicks. Despite dealing with Achilles tendinitis, Young has played in eight consecutive games and appears to be on track for another appearance at Madison Square Garden. There is no love lost between Young and the Knicks fans, and he has already had two outings at MSG this season, averaging 24.5 points and 8.5 assists with eight makes from downtown.
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