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Tre Jones Tagged As Questionable For Saturday
Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Jones suffered a left foot injury during Thursday's contest. The X-rays came back negative, so he appears to be only dealing with a minor injury. If he sits, Kevin Huerter (thumb) and Dalen Terry figure to absorb bigger roles in the rotation. Also, Coby White and Josh Giddey would be asked to pick up more of the slack, but both players should already be rostered and started in most fantasy formats.
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Josh Giddey Cleared For Saturday
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Giddey will be back in action following a one-game absence due to an ankle issue. When healthy, Giddey has been on a roll over the last month or so. Most nights, Giddey is putting up nearly a triple-double. That being said, Giddey should be rostered and started in most fantasy formats ahead of Saturday's slate.
9 hours ago
Jordan Clarkson Unavailable On Friday
Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. In an unsurprising move, Clarkson will take a seat as the Jazz continue to tank. The 31-year-old is dealing with left foot plantar fasciitis, so hopefully rest will help him. His next chance to get on the court will be Sunday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Svi Mykhailiuk and Isaiah Collier should see increased roles with Clarkson on the sideline. Collier is the much better streaming choice between the two players for Friday's slate.
9 hours ago
Anfernee Simons Uncertain For Friday
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) is listed as questionable heading into Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. It's worth noting that center Donovan Clingan is also dealing with an illness and has been ruled out for this game. It could be something going around the locker room, so more players might be late additions to the injury report. If he sits, Scoot Henderson figures to do more of the ball handling which would increase his fantasy value. Fantasy managers will need to check back closer to tip-off.
9 hours ago
Grayson Allen Remains Out On Friday
Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Allen will now miss his sixth game in a row due to a strained left foot. The team hasn't given a timetable on his return, but his next chance to play will be against the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. The expectation is that Collin Gillespie and Royce O'Neale should see additional playing time with Allen out again. Between the two, O'Neale is the better fantasy option due to his defensive ability.
9 hours ago
Jerami Grant Downgraded To Out On Friday
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) has been downgraded to out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. In an unsurprising development, Grant has been ruled out for this game after being listed as doubtful coming into it. This marks his fifth absence in a row and it's unclear how much the Blazers plan to use Grant down the stretch of the season. Toumani Camara and Kris Murray should see increased roles once again on Friday. However, Shaedon Sharpe has been benefitting the most from Grant's absence and should continue being a solid fantasy option.
9 hours ago
Donovan Clingan Won't Play Friday
Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Clingan was a late addition to the injury report and will now miss this contest due to an illness. This is the first time that Clingan has missed a game since early February. The Blazers are already without Deandre Ayton (calf), so losing Clingan leaves them shorthanded. That being said, the Blazers will likely use a committee approach to fill the void. That means, Jabari Walker, Duop Reath, and Kris Murray could all see increased roles. Between the three, Walker is the best streaming choice and is someone worth looking at for Friday's slate.
9 hours ago
Lonnie Walker IV Available For Friday
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Lonnie Walker IV (concussion) has been cleared to suit up for Friday's matchup with the San Antonio Spurs. The 26-year-old sustained a concussion last week but will return to the court after missing five consecutive contests. He has played in 10 games for the 76ers this season, averaging 8.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 19.2 minutes per contest. His return will bring some relief to a Sixers roster decimated by injuries.
11 hours ago
Amen Thompson Ready To Go On Friday
Houston Rockets guard /forward Amen Thompson (ankle) has been cleared to play ahead of Friday's game against the Miami Heat. Thompson is back in the mix following a six-game absence due to a sprained left ankle. Head coach Ime Udoka said Thompson won't have a minutes restriction despite missing a handful of games. Thompson will move immediately into the starting five which will shift Tari Eason back to the bench. Both Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. will see reduced roles, but should still offer fantasy value with the second unit.
11 hours ago
Donovan Clingan Downgraded To Questionable
Portland Trail Blazers forward Donovan Clingan (illness) is a late addition to the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Clingan is in danger of missing his first contest since early February. The 21-year-old rookie has been a rebounding monster lately with 11 boards or more in each of his last four games. Jabari Walker and Duop Reath would likely be asked to play bigger roles if Clingan is unable to go. Fantasy managers will need to check back ahead of tip-off for more information.
11 hours ago
Cason Wallace Available On Friday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (shoulder) is available ahead of Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Wallace is back in action following a one-game absence due to right shoulder strain. Wallace has seen an increased role lately with 27 minutes or more in each of his last four games. The 21-year-old has been productive with his extra playing time, so Wallace should continue getting 25-plus minutes per night. His return should mean less streaming appeal for Alex Caruso and Isaiah Joe.
11 hours ago
Brandon Clarke Unavailable On Friday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (knee) won't play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday. Clarke suffered a right knee injury during Wednesday's game against Portland. He played only five minutes in the contest, posting zero points and one rebound. His next chance to return to the court is Tuesday against the Jazz. While the 28-year-old is out of action, Zach Edey and Marvin Bagley will take on the available minutes at center. .
11 hours ago
Andrew Wiggins Available On Friday
Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) has been cleared to play ahead of Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. As expected, Wiggins has been cleared to play after being listed as probable on the injury report. Wiggins is back in action after missing the last two games due to an ankle issue. He should move back into the starting five and have his regular role in the rotation. Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Haywood Highsmith will likely see reduced roles with Wiggins back in the mix.
11 hours ago
Cole Anthony Sidelined For Friday's Matchup With Wizards
According to Josh Robbins of The Athletic, Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (toe) won't suit up against the Washington Wizards on Friday. He has been battling a sprained toe that will keep him off the floor for a second straight game. Cory Joseph will likely start again in Anthony's place this evening. Joseph collected 12 points, six rebounds, and three assists in 30 minutes during Thursday's 113-93 victory over New Orleans. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, with Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner still out, Joseph isn't a reliable option going into tonight's contest.
12 hours ago
Mark Williams Sidelined On Friday
On Friday, Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (foot) won't play against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Due to left foot injury management, Williams will be out of action for the second leg of a back-to-back set. The big man finished with 19 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, and three blocks across 31 minutes in a 115-98 victory over the Knicks on Wednesday. His next chance to suit up is Sunday against the Heat. Jusuf Nurkic and Moussa Diabate should fill the void at the center with Williams on the shelf.
12 hours ago
Zion Williamson Sitting Out Versus Minnesota
New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Zion Williamson (back) won't play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday. Williamson was previously left off the injury but will now be sidelined due to a lower back contusion. The Pelicans superstar had played in two straight games, and on Wednesday, he finished with 29 points, five rebounds, eight assists, and three steals across 30 minutes against the Timberwolves. Bruce Brown will have an increased role with Williamson on the shelf this evening.
12 hours ago
LaMelo Ball Out Of Action Versus Thunder
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will be out of action for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Ball will sit out the second half of back-to-back games for right ankle injury management. The 23-year-old is coming out of a 25-point effort where he also logged five rebounds and eight assists in 28 minutes during Thursday's 115-98 win over the Knicks. The Hornets will have several holes in their roster for this evening due to injuries, meaning Nick Smith, Josh Green, and DaQuan Jeffries could see expanded roles. Unfortunately, these three players won't make much of an impact on fantasy during tonight's matchup.
13 hours ago
Jerami Grant Doubtful For Friday Versus Nuggets
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) is doubtful for Friday against the Denver Nuggets. Grant could sit out a sixth consecutive game due to an issue with his right knee. Deni Avdija's fantasy production has dramatically increased in Grant's absence. Avdija exploded for 31 points, 16 rebounds, eight assists and two blocks in 39 minutes of work during Wednesday's 115-99 win over the Grizzlies. Kris Murray and Matisse Thybulle could also help to fill the void left by Grant if he's out, but they lack fantasy value.
13 hours ago
Aaron Gordon Probable For Friday
Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf, ankle) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers. Gordon has played in the Nugget's last two games despite being listed still on the injury report for right calf injury management and a sprained left ankle. If the 29-year-old can suit up, he will likely start at the center as Nikola Jokic (ankle), who is still sidelined with an ankle issue. He could also factor in fantasy this evening with the extra minutes available after finishing with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and one steal across 30 minutes in a 120-108 loss to the Lakers during his last outing on Wednesday.
13 hours ago
Nikola Jokic Will Miss Third Consecutive Game On Friday
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (ankle) has been ruled out for his third game in a row on Friday and will watch the contest against the Portland Trail Blazers from the sidelines. The three-time MVP rarely misses games, but will now miss at least three of the team's four games this week. That comes as a huge blow to many fantasy managers who are either already in the playoffs or trying to get into the fantasy postseason. Peyton Watson joined the starting five in Jokic's place on Wednesday and registered 12 points, two rebounds, two assists, and one block. There is no direct replacement for Jokic, so fantasy managers will likely have to aim for quantity over quality with their streaming options.
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