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Dean Wade • PF • Cavaliers

Dean Wade Ruled Out Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (knee) won't play on Thursday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 29-year-old is having trouble with his left knee. He ended a two-game absence on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers, but Wade logged only eight minutes before exiting the game due to a left knee contusion. De'Andre Hunter, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, and Jaylon Tyson (illness) will help fill the void left by Wade. Although Tyson is listed on the injury report due to illness, he is expected to be available against Minnesota.

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Brandon Williams • PG • Mavericks

Brandon Williams Questionable for Thursday

Dallas Mavericks point guard Brandon Williams (heel) is considered questionable for Thursday's clash against the Utah Jazz. He has sustained a heel contusion and may have to sit out some action after a good start to 2026. Over three January appearances, Williams has averaged 15.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.3 steals in 25.0 minutes. If Williams is unable to play against Utah, Ryan Nembhard will likely receive a larger workload. This is an excellent fantasy matchup for Dallas' second unit, as Utah gives up the most bench points in the Association.

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P.J. Washington • PF • Mavericks

P.J. Washington Doubtful Thursday

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) is not expected to suit up on Thursday against the Utah Jazz, as the team has listed him as doubtful on the injury report. Washington dropped out of the lineup this week due to a sprained right ankle and is poised to miss a second straight game. Naji Marshall got a starting opportunity on Tuesday versus the Sacramento Kings and had a good all-around performance. Across 32 minutes, Marshall amassed 15 points, seven rebounds, one assist, and two steals. If Washington remains out on Thursday, Marshall is likely to log another start in a very attractive fantasy matchup against the NBA's poorest defense.

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. • SF • Heat

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Questionable Thursday

Miami Heat guard/forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) is questionable for a meeting with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. He's been dealing with a right ankle sprain recently, missing two games. The absence of Jaquez Jr. has left Miami without one of the league's most productive reserves. The 24-year-old has contributed 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists across 29.1 minutes. Nikola Jovic and Pelle Larsson have had additional playing opportunities with Jaquez Jr. out. However, the rotation dynamics changed on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as Tyler Herro ended a nearly month-long absence.

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Donovan Mitchell • SG • Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell Available Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (rest) is not on the injury report for Thursday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The six-time All-Star was rested on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers. Dean Wade (knee) started in his place but left early. Mitchell has scored 30-plus points in three straight games, shooting 54 percent. It will be challenging for him to keep the run going on Thursday night, as Cleveland faces the NBA's sixth-best defense. Darius Garland and Sam Merrill, who combined for 48 points on Tuesday, will have fewer scoring opportunities with Mitchell back.

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Corey Kispert • SF • Hawks

Hawks Land Corey Kispert

The Atlanta Hawks have acquired guard/forward Corey Kispert (hamstring) from the Washington Wizards. The franchise decided to part ways with its star man, Trae Young, and found a landing spot for him in D.C. Guard CJ McCollum also moved to Atlanta as part of the deal. Kisper has made all of his 311 career appearances with the Wizards, averaging 10.9 points on 38.3 percent three-point shooting. Injuries have limited Kispert's impact this season; through 19 appearances, he's averaged 9.2 points in 19.5 minutes per game. From a fantasy perspective, the trade doesn't change much for Kispert, as his role in Atlanta will likely mirror what he had in Washington.

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CJ McCollum • PG • Hawks

CJ McCollum Moves to Atlanta

Guard CJ McCollum has been traded for the second time in six months, this time moving from the Washington Wizards to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for star guard Trae Young. McCollum joined the Wizards from the New Orleans Pelicans in the offseason, making 35 appearances for the team. He averaged 18.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 30.9 minutes. The 34-year-old will likely have a lesser role in Atlanta and won't be as impactful in fantasy. Still, he's a savvy scorer and will bring veteran leadership to a young squad. McCollum has an expiring $30.6 million contract and is playing for his future this campaign.

5 hours ago

Trae Young • PG • Wizards

Trae Young Traded to Washington

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Atlanta Hawks are trading guard Trae Young to the Washington Wizards in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. The 2018 No. 5 overall pick has been a reliable fantasy producer since entering the National Basketball Association. In 493 regular-season contests, he's averaged 25.2 points, 9.8 assists, and 1.0 steals while shooting 35.1% from deep. Young's three-point percentage has dipped in recent years. He's also had issues staying healthy and taking care of the ball. However, this is still a fantastic acquisition by the Wizards, although it's unknown how Young's presence will impact the production of up-and-coming players like Kyshawn George, Alexandre Sarr, and Tre Johnson, among others.

15 hours ago

Ja Morant • PG • Grizzlies

Ja Morant Remains Out on Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (calf) won't play on Wednesday against Phoenix, marking his third-straight absence. Only time will tell if he'll be able to get back on the floor when the Grizzlies face OKC on Friday night. However, while Morant is on the shelf, Cam Spencer remains a must-start for fantasy managers. The 2024 No. 53 overall selection is coming off a strong showing, finishing with 21 points, eight boards, and eight assists in Tuesday's narrow win over the San Antonio Spurs.

17 hours ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Will Suit Up Versus Utah

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee) will play on Wednesday against Utah. SGA struggled shooting the ball in Monday's loss to the Hornets. However, he still had 21 points, six assists, and one block. OKC has lost the last two contests, so Gilgeous-Alexander should have plenty of motivation to produce versus one of the worst defensive clubs in the National Basketball Association.

17 hours ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Grizzlies

Jaren Jackson Jr. Good to Go Against Phoenix

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (illness) is available to play on Wednesday against Phoenix. The Grizzlies are down Cedric Coward (ankle) and Ja Morant (calf), among others, so the team couldn't afford another absence. Fortunately, that's not the case with 2023 Defensive Player of the Year. With so many absences for Memphis on Wednesday evening, Jackson should be more productive than usual.

17 hours ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Cleared to Play on Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (ankle) will play on Wednesday against Phoenix. The 24-year-old is coming off a rough showing in Tuesday's narrow win over the San Antonio Spurs, amassing 10 points, shooting 3-for-10 from the field and 1-for-6 from downtown. However, with Ja Morant (calf), Cedric Coward (ankle), and Vince Williams Jr. (knee), Aldama has an excellent chance of turning things around, assuming his ankle cooperates.

17 hours ago

Brandon Miller • SF • Hornets

Brandon Miller Unavailable Versus Raptors

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Brandon Miller (knee) is out for Wednesday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He will sit out the opening set of back-to-back games due to a contusion on his left knee. Miller has averaged 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals per contest during his first three games in 2026. While the 23-year-old is out of action, Josh Green and Sion James could see extra minutes during tonight's tilt.

19 hours ago

Onyeka Okongwu • C • Hawks

Onyeka Okongwu Sidelined Wednesday

According to Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network, Atlanta Hawks forward/center Onyeka Okongwu (illness) won't suit up against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday. The 25-year-old big man will miss the game due to an illness. His next chance to get back on the floor will come on Friday against the Nuggets. Okumgwu has played in 37 games this season, posting averages of 16.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.1 steals, and 1.0 blocks across 37 appearances. With Okongwu sidelined this evening, Mouhamed Gueye will likely take extra minutes.

19 hours ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. • PF • Grizzlies

Jaren Jackson Jr. Downgraded to Questionable For Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. Jackson was previously tagged as probable, but he has since been downgraded to questionable due to feeling under the weather. In 34 games this campaign, the 26-year-old big man is averaging 18.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.5 blocks across 30.4 minutes per outing. The Grizzlies frontcourt could also be without Santi Aldama (ankle), who is considered questionable due to soreness in his right ankle.

19 hours ago

Matas Buzelis • SF • Bulls

Matas Buzelis Set to Suit Up Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (illness) will play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. Buzelis was previously listed as questionable due to feeling unwell. The 21-year-old is coming off a solid outing against the Celtics on Monday, registering 26 points, three rebounds, two assists and one block across 31 minutes of action. Buzelis, in his second NBA season, continues to improve and has been relatively productive fantasy-wise throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

19 hours ago

Coby White • SG • Bulls

Coby White Sidelined Versus Pistons

Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports that Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (calf) won't suit up against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. White will have the evening off for injury management. The 25-year-old could be back in action on Thursday in Miami. With White sidelined for tonight's tilt, Tre Jones and Kevin Huerter will have expanded roles, but will face a challenging matchup against a tough Pistons defense.

20 hours ago

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Upgraded to Probable on Wednesday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Green was previously considered questionable after spraining his left ankle during Monday's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. If the 34-year-old has a setback and is unable to suit up, Quinten Post and Trayce Jackson-Davis are likely to see increased playing time. That said, it's a difficult fantasy matchup for Green or the other two big men, as Milwaukee allows the third-fewest fantasy points to centers.

20 hours ago

LeBron James • SF • Lakers

LeBron James Considered Questionable For Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the San Antonio Spurs. James is dealing with left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica injury. Tonight's contest is the second half of a back-to-back, and the Lakers may decide to sit him for maintenance. The 41-year-old veteran finished with 30 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, one block, and two steals in a 111-103 win over the Pelicans on Tuesday.

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Moussa Diabaté • PF • Hornets |

Ryan Kalkbrenner • C • Hornets

Ryan Kalkbrenner Out, Moussa Diabate Probable Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors, while center Moussa Diabate (wrist) is listed as probable on the injury report. Kalkbrenner will sit out his ninth consecutive game due to a sprained left elbow. Diabate skipped a couple of games last week due to a wrist sprain, but it looks like he will be good to go against Toronto. With Kalkbrenner sidelined, Diabate has stepped into a regular starting role, averaging 8.8 points and 11.0 rebounds per game with the first unit. Facing a Raptors team missing Jakob Poeltl (back) on Wednesday, Diabate is well-positioned for another productive outing.

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