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Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Available on Sunday Evening

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (ankle) will suit up for Sunday's game against the Lakers. The 24-year-old is having the best season of his career. He most recently had 15 points, seven rebounds, and three assists when these clubs met on Friday night. With that said, Aldama could be in line for an uptick in statistical contributions in Sunday's rematch, considering Ja Morant (calf) is ruled out.

2 hours ago

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Downgraded on Sunday Night

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (calf) won't play on Sunday against the Lakers. He was listed as questionable throughout the day. However, the 26-year-old began trending in the wrong direction a few hours heading into this one. Fortunately, Santi Aldama (ankle) is available, so he should pick up a lot of the slack on the offensive end alongside Jaren Jackson Jr., Cedric Coward, and Cam Spencer in a projected high-scoring contest.

2 hours ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Good to Go Against Sacramento

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is available on Sunday night against the Kings. The multi-time MVP routinely appears on the injury report, which is never shocking to anyone at this point. However, what's more surprising is he'll now suit up for a fifth-straight contest. All things considered, Antetokounmpo remains a must-start, obviously, and he might be more productive than usual in a meeting with one of the worst defensive clubs in the NBA.

3 hours ago

Trae Young • PG • Hawks

Trae Young Won't Play on Monday Night

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (quadriceps) won't play in Monday's rematch with the Raptors. He has missed the last four games because of a quadriceps contusion. As of now, the former Sooner is considered day-to-day, so his next opportunity to return will be on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. While Young remains on the shelf, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who had a game-high 31 points when these two clubs met on Saturday, should remain in the starting lineup, with Vit Krejci receiving more action from off the bench.

3 hours ago

Grayson Allen • SF • Suns

Grayson Allen Still Out on Sunday Night

Phoenix Suns forward Grayson Allen (knee) remains out for Sunday's game against OKC, marking his ninth-straight absence. The former Duke Blue Devil was initially listed as questionable, so it seems things are moving in a positive direction. Now, fantasy managers are left wondering if he'll be back on Monday in Houston. In the meantime, Royce O'Neale, coming off a seven-point, five-rebound, three-block, two-steal performance on Friday versus the Sacramento Kings, should continue to fill Allen's spot in the rotation.

3 hours ago

Jamal Murray • PG • Nuggets

Jamal Murray Will Play on Sunday

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) is available to play on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets. Murray suffered an ankle injury during Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but was listed as probable for this matchup against the Nets and is now set to go. Murray has been hot as of late, averaging over 27 points per game since the start of December. With superstar center Nikola Jokic (knee) out indefinitely, the point guard will have to dominate to keep this team afloat. He will have some help, as shooting guard Christian Braun and power forward Aaron Gordon are returning on Sunday. Murray should be in all fantasy lineups today and moving forward as he looks to keep his hot streak alive.

8 hours ago

Christian Braun • SG • Nuggets

Christian Braun Will Play on Sunday

Denver Nuggets shooting guard Christian Braun (ankle) is available to play on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets. After missing games since November 12th due to an ankle injury, Braun will return on Sunday under a minutes restriction. The fourth-year guard averaged 11.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3,0 assists in 11 games this season. Still, with center and primary ball handler Nikola Jokic out indefinitely, Braun could see more production now than earlier in the season. Expect Jalen Pickett to return to his reserve role with Braun back. His minutes will be monitored over the next few games, but he still carries rosterable value.

8 hours ago

Aaron Gordon • PF • Nuggets

Aaron Gordon Will Play on Sunday

Denver Nuggets power forward Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is returning on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets. After not playing since November 22nd, Gordon is off the injury report and will play under a minutes restriction. In only 13 games this season, Gordon has averaged a career-high 18.8 points, while adding 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists. With Gordon back in action, power forward Spencer Jones is set to head back to the bench, while Peyton Watson could have less of an impact as well. With superstar center Nikola Jokic (knee) out indefinitely, the Nuggets need the reinforcements, even if Gordon sees limited playing time.

8 hours ago

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Questionable Against the Lakers

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lakers. He's missed plenty of time throughout his career. However, the 25-year-old is now in danger of sitting out because of a right calf contusion. With Vince Williams Jr. (knee) already ruled out, Cam Spencer may find himself handling things at the one spot. The 2024 No. 53 overall pick has had an excellent campaign, averaging 12.0 points, 4.8 assists, and 48.5% shooting from behind the arc, making him an attractive fantasy option in a potential high-scoring contest. Spencer could be even more productive if Santi Aldama (ankle) doesn't suit up.

9 hours ago

Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Michael Porter Jr. Off Injury Report, Set to Face Nuggets

Brooklyn Nets small forward Michael Porter Jr. (illness) is good to go for their contest against the Denver Nuggets. Porter has missed the past two games with an illness, but is off the injury report and set to face his former team. In his first season with the Nets, Porter has had a career season, averaging a career-high 25.8 points per game, with 7.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists. The Nets' offense has struggled without their leading scorer, totaling under 100 points in both games Porter missed. With added motivation facing the team that traded him earlier this offseason, expect Porter to be a full-go and to have a significant share of the volume on Sunday.

9 hours ago

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Ruled Out for Sunday, No Timetable for Return

Orlando Magic point guard Jalen Suggs (right knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Suggs suffered a Grade-1 MCL contusion in Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls, which has head coach Jamahl Mosley concerned. "Your heart goes out to him. He's such a resilient young man, and he's going to bounce back regardless of the scenario." Suggs has averaged 15.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in his fifth season with the Magic. With Suggs out indefinitely, expect Tyus Jones to start at point guard, while third-year shooting guard Anthony Black should see a boost in production as well. With the negative update from their head coach and no clear timetable for Suggs' return, expect him to be out for the next few games.

9 hours ago

Caris LeVert • SF • Pistons

Caris LeVert Ruled Out Against Cavaliers

Detroit Pistons shooting guard Caris LeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers. According to the team, LeVert did not travel to Cleveland as he recovers from a knee injury that has him labeled as "day to day." The veteran sixth man has averaged 8.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 20 games with the Pistons. With him inactive on Sunday, expect Marcus Sasser and Javonte Green to play more minutes as they look to fill the void. LeVert's next chance to return will be on Monday as the number one seed in the Eastern Conference faces the second-ranked New York Knicks.

9 hours ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Ruled Out on Sunday Afternoon

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (illness) won't play in Sunday's Central Division showdown with the Detroit Pistons. The Cavs won't play again until Tuesday in Indiana, so the 27-year-old has a few days to rest. In the meantime, Evan Mobley will likely slide over to the five spot and could surge versus a Pistons team that is without Jalen Duren (ankle), who will be sidelined for at least a week. Jaylon Tyson, averaging 13.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.0 steals, and 45.1% shooting from deep in 20 starts throughout the campaign, will once again be rolling with the first-five.

9 hours ago

Jamal Murray • PG • Nuggets

Jamal Murray Expected to Play Against Nets

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against Brooklyn despite a mild left ankle sprain. Murray logged 39 minutes Friday versus Cleveland and carried a depleted lineup with 34 points, six rebounds, and seven assists, reinforcing his high-usage role while Nikola Jokic (knee) and Cam Johnson (knee) remain out. With Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) now questionable, Murray's workload could stay elevated, especially on the front end of a back-to-back. He remains a must-start fantasy option, though managers should monitor for potential maintenance later in the set.

14 hours ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Listed as Probable for Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against Sacramento, marking his second straight probable designation. Antetokounmpo showed no limitations Friday versus Charlotte, posting 30 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and one steal in 30 minutes. Since returning from injury, he has averaged 29.0 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in 27.1 minutes over his last four games. Giannis remains a locked-in fantasy anchor, while Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr. continue to benefit from stable spacing and defensive attention drawn inside.

14 hours ago

Tobias Harris • SF • Pistons

Tobias Harris Out at Least Two Weeks with Hip Sprain

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (hip) will be re-evaluated in two weeks after spraining his hip Dec. 30, sidelining him through at least mid-January. With Harris and Jalen Duren (ankle) both out, Detroit's frontcourt rotation should continue to shift. Isaiah Stewart is positioned to benefit most, averaging 9.8 points and 2.4 blocks in 23.8 minutes over his last five. Paul Reed should see an expanded role at center, boosting his short-term streaming appeal. Ron Holland II could see more minutes, though his fantasy output has been inconsistent.

14 hours ago

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Jalen Duren to Miss at Least One Week with Ankle Injury

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) will be re-evaluated in one week after spraining his ankle during Thursday's loss to Miami, sidelining him for at least that span. With Duren and Tobias Harris (hip) out, Isaiah Stewart and Paul Reed should absorb most of the frontcourt minutes. Stewart has averaged 9.8 points and 2.4 blocks in 23.8 minutes over his last five. Reed is expected to see an expanded role after previously posting 19.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, 3.0 steals, and 2.0 blocks in two starts. Ron Holland II may see additional minutes, though his fantasy production has been unreliable.

14 hours ago

Vince Williams Jr. • SG • Grizzlies

Vince Williams Jr. Misses Eighth Straight Game

Memphis Grizzlies forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lakers, extending his absence to eight straight contests due to left knee tendinitis. With Williams still sidelined, Memphis continues to lean on its depleted wing rotation. Cedric Coward has been the most productive beneficiary, averaging 14.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.3 three-pointers in 27.3 minutes over his last seven games. Cam Spencer has added steady playmaking, while Jaylen Wells and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope remain situational fantasy options in deeper formats.

14 hours ago

Maxime Raynaud • C • Kings

Maxime Raynaud Cleared to Play Sunday After Knee Scare

Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (knee) will be available for Sunday's game against Milwaukee after an MRI showed no structural damage to his left knee. Raynaud briefly exited Friday's loss to Phoenix but avoided a serious issue and is expected to remain in the starting lineup with Domantas Sabonis (knee) sidelined for multiple weeks. In his last 13 starts, Raynaud has averaged 13.8 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists while shooting 56.1 percent from the field in 30.4 minutes per game. He profiles as a steady standard-league hold with continued double-double upside.

14 hours ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Remains Out Versus Suns

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will miss a fourth straight game Sunday against Phoenix and continues to be ruled out in advance, with his next chance to play Monday versus Charlotte. His absence keeps Chet Holmgren anchored in the middle, where he posted 15 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, and four blocks in 26 minutes Friday. Jalen Williams should continue to chip in on the glass, while Branden Carlson logged 22 minutes off the bench and delivered 15 points and 11 rebounds, making him a deep-league streaming consideration if frontcourt absences persist.

15 hours ago

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