NBA News
Isaiah Hartenstein Listed As Questionable For Monday
Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (hip) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Hartenstein is in danger of missing this game after exiting early on Saturday due to left hip soreness. The Thunder could be in trouble with Chet Holmgren (hip) and Jaylin Williams (hip) also tagged as questionable for Monday. If they sit, Kenrich Williams, Branden Carlson, and Dillon Jones could all see increased roles. Between the three, Williams would be the only player worth considering as a streaming option.
16 hours ago
Jaylin Williams Could Miss Monday's Game
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (hip) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Williams recently suffered a hip injury and is now in danger of missing his second straight game. This comes at a bad time with Chet Holmgren (hip) and Isaiah Hartenstein (hip) both questionable for this game as well. That being said, Kenrich Williams could be looking at big minutes if some of these players are unable to suit up.
16 hours ago
Chet Holmgren Uncertain For Monday
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (hip) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. This has been frustrating for fantasy managers as Holmgren has been in and out of the lineup lately. He continues to nurse a left hip injury and the Thunder are going to be cautious with him because the playoffs are quickly approaching. The Thunder are fairly banged up, so it's unclear who exactly would benefit at the moment. If he sits, Isaiah Hartenstein (hip), Kenrich Williams, and Jaylin Williams (hip) all stand to gain value.
16 hours ago
Jonathan Kuminga Won't Return On Sunday
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Kuminga was forced to exit in the middle of the second quarter after suffering a right ankle injury. The expectation is Kuminga will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury. For now, fantasy managers should consider Kuminga as day-to-day, but they should get an update on his status soon. Gui Santos and Buddy Hield should both benefit with more playing time with Kuminga not returning on Sunday.
16 hours ago
LeBron James Expected To Suit Up Monday
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. James has played in five straight games following a seven-game absence. He has been a regular on the injury report, but James usually does play. He doesn't appear to be impacted on the court by this groin issue, so fantasy managers should expect James to be out there. Fantasy managers should double check ahead of tip-off just in case something happens pre-game.
16 hours ago
Trae Young Playing Versus Milwaukee
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) will play on Sunday against the Bucks. The Achilles issue has plagued him nearly the entire year. However, he hasn't missed a game in weeks, so fantasy managers weren't concerned about his availability for this one. Young has averaged 26.0 points, 9.3 assists, and 4.0 rebounds in four meetings with Milwaukee this season. Unfortunately, he's shot a rough 21.4% from deep during those contests.
20 hours ago
Anfernee Simons Cleared For Action Versus The Knicks
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (forearm) will play on Sunday versus the Knicks. He was on the Injury report due to forearm soreness, so fantasy managers had a feeling he'd be good to go for this one. While his absence likely would have resulted in a start for Dalano Banton, the latter could remain involved with Scoot Henderson (concussion) sidelined.
20 hours ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo Available On Sunday Night
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (foot) will play on Sunday versus Atlanta. It's common to see him listed on the Injury Report for one reason or another. But this time, he made an appearance due to a sprained left foot. Yet, it won't be enough to keep Antetokounmpo off the floor. With that said, the multi-time All-Star has averaged 29.7 points, 12.3 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 1.0 steals in three meetings with the Hawks this season. While he's always a must-start in any redraft format, his DFS value is higher on Sunday, especially with Damian Lillard (illness) sidelined.
20 hours ago
Jalen Brunson Cleared For Basketball Activities
New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) stated his recovery is "going well," adding he's been given the green light to participate in basketball activities. The 28-year-old expects to be ready for the postseason, although he hopes to return before the end of the regular season. Brunson has averaged 26.3 points and 7.4 assists throughout the 2024-25 campaign. Unfortunately, he suffered a sprained ankle nearly a month ago in a loss to the Lakers. While he remains on the shelf, Miles McBride (groin) should stay atop the depth chart. Yet, with McBride and Cameron Payne (ankle) both sidelined, Delon Wright could find himself in the starting lineup, with Landry Shamet and Tyler Kolek coming in for relief.
20 hours ago
Jerami Grant Out Again On Sunday
Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (knee) won't play on Sunday versus the Knicks. He's already missed nine-straight contests. But the Trail Blazers aren't expected to make the Play-In, so it's tough to say if Grant will be back on the floor at some point before the end of the season. With Anfernee Simons (forearm) questionable and Scoot Henderson (concussion) out, Toumani Camara, Shaedon Sharpe, and Deni Avdija could be more productive than usual. Dalano Banton may also see a healthy uptick in work, giving him added value for fantasy managers.
21 hours ago
Tobias Harris Probable Versus Minnesota
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (Achilles) is expected to play on Sunday night against Minnesota. The veteran has averaged 13.8 points and 6.1 rebounds this season, both down from the 2023-24 campaign. However, he's appeared in 69 games. Harris didn't suit up for Friday's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, opening the door for Tim Hardaway Jr. to enter the starting lineup. While Harris' anticipated availability should mean fewer scoring opportunities for Hardaway and others, the expected absence of Cade Cunningham (calf) should keep everyone more involved than usual.
21 hours ago
Dennis Schroder Expected To Face The Timberwolves
Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Schroder (quadriceps) is expected to play on Sunday versus Minnesota. Schroder is coming off another solid outing, amassing 17 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds in Friday's win over the Cavaliers. If he's upgraded from probable, fantasy managers should consider him a must-start, assuming Cade Cunningham (calf) misses a fourth-consecutive contest. However, if both men are ruled out, Marcus Sasser could find his way into the starting lineup, with Tim Hardaway Jr., Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson, and Malik Beasley in line for more scoring opportunities. That would also apply to Tobias Harris (Achilles), who is listed as probable.
21 hours ago
Cade Cunningham Doubtful For Sunday Night
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (calf) is doubtful heading toward Sunday's meeting with the Timberwolves. If he doesn't suit up, it will mark his fourth-straight absence. However, the Pistons are going to the playoffs, so the team needs him healthy. Dennis Schroder (quadriceps), who is probable, will likely remain in the starting lineup at the one. Marcus Sasser, coming off a four-point effort in Friday's win over Cleveland, should play better this time around.
21 hours ago
Mark Williams Ruled Out Versus The Pels
Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (foot) won't play on Sunday versus New Orleans. The Hornets aren't going to the playoffs, so it's unknown how much more fantasy managers will have him in their lineups. Williams next opportunity to get on the floor will be on Monday against the visiting Jazz. But as far as Sunday's contest is concerned, Jusuf Nurkic, amassing six points, nine boards, five assists, one steal, and one block in his last start on March 21, will likely roll with the first five. Moussa Diabate should also see extra work from off the bench, giving him streaming potential for category participants in need of a reliable rebounder.
21 hours ago
Cameron Payne Ruled Out On Sunday
New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against Portland, marking his second-straight absence. Jalen Brunson (ankle) and Miles McBride (groin) are also out, so the Knicks may continue to rely on Delon Wright, who had 12 points in Friday's win over the Bucks, to fill the hole in the starting lineup. Landry Shamet, who had 13 points in that one, and Tyler Kolek should also see some meaningful minutes from off the bench.
Yesterday
Miles McBride Remains Out On Sunday
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (groin) will remain out for Sunday's matchup with the Blazers. McBride had been filling in for Jalen Brunson (ankle). However, the Knicks now have even bigger issues, with Cameron Payne (ankle) also sidelined by a sprain. As a result, Delon Wright, coming off a 12-point effort in Friday's win over the Bucks, will likely stay in the starting lineup. Landry Shamet, who had 13 points in that one, and Tyler Kolek should also see more involvement.
Yesterday
Scoot Henderson Out On Sunday
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (concussion) won't play on Sunday against the Knicks. He's now in concussion protocol, although his return to the floor could hinge on Portland's ability to earn a Play-In spot. With Anfernee Simons (forearm) questionable, the Blazers could be even more thin in the backcourt. But regardless of Simons' availability, Dalano Banton could see some meaningful minutes.
Yesterday
Anfernee Simons May Miss Sunday's Game
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (forearm) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the New York Knicks. The Trail Blazers likely aren't going anywhere near the postseason in any capacity, so it's hard to gauge just how severe his injury is. With that said, Simons' absence could surely open the door for added production from Shaedon Sharpe and Deni Avdija. Scoot Henderson's (concussion) absence should also mean Dalano Banton could see some meaningful work, even more so if Jerami Grant (knee) remains out.
Yesterday
Ty Jerome Out Again On Sunday
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (knee) won't play on Sunday versus the Clippers, marking his third-consecutive absence. The Cavs are on track to finish as the top team in the Eastern Conference. However, the team will need to figure out how to keep the ship afloat without arguably their top bench option. While De'Andre Hunter is the favorite to claim most of the surplus minutes from off the bench, Craig Porter Jr., who had nine points, five boards, and three steals in Friday's loss to Detroit, could find his way back to the floor.
Yesterday
Kawhi Leonard Sitting On Sunday Afternoon
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) won't suit up for Sunday's meeting with the Cavaliers. The Clippers play back-to-back contests, so Leonard will likely be back on Monday night against the Orlando Magic. In the meantime, Nicolas Batum is the favorite to take over at the four spot, with the veteran averaging 8.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in eight starts during the 2024-25 campaign. Bogdan Bogdanovic should also be more involved on the offensive end behind James Harden and Norman Powell.
Yesterday
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