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Cooper Flagg • PF • Mavericks

Cooper Flagg Sidelined Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (ankle) won't suit up against the Utah Jazz on Thursday. Flagg left Wednesday's loss early and will sit out the evening due to a sprained left ankle. Without Flagg, Anthony Davis (finger) and P.J. Washington (ankle), a depleted Mavs rotation will rely on Brandon Williams, Jaden Hardy, Ryan Nembhard, Caleb Martin, and Naji Marshall to carry heavier workloads during tonight's tilt.

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Tobias Harris • SF • Pistons

Tobias Harris Active on Thursday

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (hip) will suit up Thursday against the Phoenix Suns. Harris has missed five consecutive contests with a left hip sprain and will make his first appearance in 2026. The 33-year-old has been a regular starter throughout the 2025-26 season. Javonte Green started on Saturday versus the Clippers and will return to the bench during tonight's tilt. However, Green may still see extended playing time as Harris' minutes could be restricted in his return.

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Isaiah Stewart • PF • Pistons

Jalen Duran and Isaiah Stewart Set to Return Against Suns

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) will suit up against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday. He's been cleared after sitting out four games due to a right ankle sprain. Big man Isaiah Stewart (illness) has also been upgraded to available for tonight's tilt. Paul Reed could slide further down the depth chart, while Tolu Smith may end up outside the rotation with Duren and Stewart returning to action. Duren is having a big campaign, averaging 17.9 points and 10.6 rebounds, while Stewart has posted averages of 10.4 points and 5.6 rebounds across 23 outings.

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Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Out Again on Friday Night

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (foot) won't play on Friday in Houston. He also didn't suit up on Tuesday against Milwaukee. As a result, Mike Conley entered the starting lineup, finishing with nine points, five assists, and three rebounds. While Conley might continue to get a statistical boost, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels should remain the most productive on the scoring end, with the duo combining for 46 points versus the Bucks. The Timberwolves will play again on Saturday in San Antonio, although it appears Edwards has a chance to return for that one.

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Darius Garland • PG • Cavaliers

Darius Garland Won't Play on Friday Evening

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (foot) is listed as out for Friday's rematch with Philadelphia. He had 20 points when these clubs met on Wednesday. However, his night ended abruptly due to a right toe injury. Fortunately, it's not the same toe that Garland had surgery on during the offseason. For now, fantasy managers can consider the 25-year-old as day-to-day. As far as his absence on Friday is concerned, Jaylon Tyson, averaging 13.3 points, 5.5 boards, and 1.0 steals in 22 starts this season, is the favorite to replace him in the rotation, with Craig Porter Jr. in line for more minutes and scoring opportunities.

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Domantas Sabonis • C • Kings

Domantas Sabonis Might Return on Friday Night

According to Sean Cunningham of NBC Sacramento, Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice. Cunningham added there's also "optimism" that he could return "as early" as Friday's meeting with the Washington Wizards. The 29-year-old hasn't had his best season in 2025, although he still produces at a high level, averaging 17.2 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 1.2 steals. Unfortunately, a partially torn meniscus in his left knee caused him to miss the last 27 contests. At any rate, it appears Sabonis is close to getting back on the court, giving fantasy managers something to look forward to. He'll likely be limited for at least a few games. However, Sabonis should still be added back to all fantasy lineups once he's officially cleared to suit up.

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Jerami Grant • PF • Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Likely to Play Against the Hawks on Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) has spent about a month recovering from left Achilles tendonitis, but he was listed as probable for his team's home game against the Hawks on Thursday night. Grant will likely carry as much of the offense as he can with Deni Avdija (back) still absent for a second straight game. After so long a layoff, Grant will likely have a minutes restriction, but the veteran showed he can still post good numbers by averaging 21.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 0.8 blocks in 32.9 minutes per contest over his last 13 appearances. Sidy Cissoko is most likely heading to the bench Thursday with Caleb Love starting for Avdija, although the Blazers could opt to keep Cissoko in the starting five and slide Grant into Avdija's spot.

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Deni Avdija • SF • Trail Blazers

Deni Avdija Ruled Out Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (back) will miss a second straight game on Thursday night, when his team hosts the Hawks. Avdija sustained a back injury on Sunday and missed Tuesday's game, allowing Caleb Love to make the start against the Warriors. Love had 17 points, three rebounds, seven assists, one block, and two steals over 34 minutes in the Blazers' loss, and he'll be a solid streaming or DFS play this Thursday with Avdija out again. Love has scored double-digit points in 12 straight games and deserves fantasy attention for as long as he stays so involved in Portland's rotation, either in the lineup or off the bench. Avdija's next chance to return will be Saturday against the Lakers.

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P.J. Washington • PF • Mavericks

P.J. Washington Questionable Against the Jazz

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's home game against Utah, as the team tries to manage his return from an ankle injury. Washington missed four games due to an ankle sprain but played 31 minutes in his return on Wednesday in the team's loss to the Bulls. His shot looked a little rusty, but if he plays on Thursday, he could be set up for a huge workload since Anthony Davis (finger) remains out, Cooper Flagg (ankle) and Max Christie (illness) are doubtful, and Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable. Washington will be an important update to watch for, since if he's out as well, there will be even more work for the value options in Dallas. Naji Marshall, Brandon Williams, Ryan Nembhard, and Jaden Hardy will all have to carry more of the scoring load if Washington joins the other Mavs' starters on the bench. On the other hand, if he plays, he'll get as much work as he can handle in a favorable matchup against the Jazz's banged-up frontcourt.

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Max Christie • SG • Mavericks

Max Christie Unlikely to Return to Action on Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (illness) will likely miss a second straight game after being listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Jazz, which finishes out his team's back-to-back. The Mavs didn't have Christie against the Bulls on Wednesday, and they also lost Cooper Flagg (ankle) in that contest. Flagg is also doubtful for Thursday's matchup, leaving lots of time and usage available in the backcourt for Brandon Williams, Ryan Nembhard, Jaden Hardy, and Naji Marshall. If Christie can make it back into the lineup before Flagg, he could get expanded usage and be an interesting fantasy option, but he'll need to beat this illness first.

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Mitchell Robinson • C • Knicks

Mitchell Robinson Will Sit Out Thursday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) will sit out the second game of his team's back-to-back for injury management purposes on Thursday night as they face the Warriors. Robinson played 19 minutes and had eight points and 11 rebounds against the Kings on Wednesday, and in his absence, Ariel Hukporti and Guerschon Yabusele will likely split the backup minutes at center behind Karl-Anthony Towns on Thursday. KAT will have to carry more of the offensive workload, with Robinson being joined by Jalen Brunson (ankle) on the sidelines on Thursday night.

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Landry Shamet • SG • Knicks

Landry Shamet Could Return Thursday

New York Knicks guard Landry Shamet (shoulder) hasn't played since Nov. 22, but he seems to be nearing a return since he was listed as questionable for Thursday night's road matchup against the Warriors. Shamet sprained his shoulder against the Magic just before Thanksgiving and returned to practice on Tuesday. With Jalen Brunson (ankle) out Thursday, Shamet could help fill in along with Tyler Kolek, Miles McBride, and Jordan Clarkson. He will likely be limited in his first few games back after such a long absence, but he's definitely worth watching to see how he fits into the Knicks' suddenly crowded backcourt. Shamet was playing well in his last 11 games before sustaining the injury, averaging 11.5 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 2.3 three-pointers, and 0.5 steals in 24.4 minutes per game.

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Jalen Brunson • PG • Knicks

Jalen Brunson Out on Thursday Against Golden State

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) will not play Thursday, as expected, after he departed Wednesday's game after just five minutes with an ankle sprain. While Brunson will miss Thursday's game against the Warriors, the good news is that the fantasy stud is considered day-to-day, and he may not be out long-term. As for Thursday, the Knicks will likely lean on Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek, and Jordan Clarkson in the backcourt while Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns could get more work as well. The Knicks also could get back Landry Shamet (shoulder), who is questionable after missing almost two months with a shoulder injury.

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Daniel Gafford • C • Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Questionable Thursday Against the Jazz

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) was listed as questionable for his team's home game against Utah. Gafford has been dealing with a right ankle sprain for much of the season and was forced to leave Wednesday's loss to the Nuggets in the third quarter. He finished with six points and 10 rebounds in 18 minutes. If he plays on Thursday, he could have a big workload with Cooper Flagg (ankle) and Max Christie (illness) doubtful, and P.J. Washington (ankle) questionable. If he isn't able to play through the issue in this favorable matchup, Dwight Powell would likely move back into the starting five. Powell started in place of Gafford on Monday and chipped in five points, 10 rebounds, and three assists against the Nets.

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Cooper Flagg • PF • Mavericks

Cooper Flagg Is Unlikely To Play Thursday Against Utah

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (ankle) left Wednesday's loss early with a sprained left ankle and is officially listed as doubtful for the second game of his team's back-to-back on Thursday night against the Jazz. Without Flagg and Anthony Davis (finger), P.J. Washington (ankle) could be in for a big workload if he can play through his own questionable tag, while Brandon Williams, Jaden Hardy, Ryan Nembhard, Caleb Martin, and Naji Marshall should all get more minutes and usage. Both teams will roll out depleted rotations on Thursday, creating a ton of potential value plays on both sides of this contest. Williams is the primary place to start, but there will be plenty of work to go around.

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Lauri Markkanen • PF • Jazz

Lauri Markkanen Will Not Be Available Thursday Against Dallas

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (illness) was listed as out on Thursday, as the team finishes a back-to-back with a game in Dallas. Markkanen missed Wednesday's loss to the Bulls and will also be out Thursday, leaving more work for the rest of the rotation. Brice Sensabaugh went off for 43 points on Wednesday night off the bench, while Kyle Filipowski also got some extra work and had 19 points and seven rebounds in 31 minutes. Filipowski and Sensabaugh will be strong options against the short-handed Mavs, while Keyonte George should also be lined up for all the usage he can handle.

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Davion Mitchell • PG • Heat

Davion Mitchell Ruled Out Thursday

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) was downgraded to out after originally being listed as doubtful for Thursday's home game against the Boston Celtics. Mitchell picked up a left shoulder contusion on Tuesday against the Suns, and he'll miss at least one game with the injury. With the starting point guard out Thursday, Pelle Larsson and Dru Smith should get extra work in the backcourt and could be great value plays for DFS lineups or streaming consideration this Thursday.

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. • SF • Heat

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Will Not Play Against the Celtics

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (knee) was downgraded from questionable to out for Thursday night's home game against the Celtics. This will be the first game Jaquez misses with knee soreness, and his next chance to return will be Saturday against the Thunder. Without Miami's version of JJJ, Nikola Jovic could pick up some extra minutes in the second unit, although Jaquez is only playing 23.0 minutes per game over his last five games, produccing averaging 12.4 points, 3.8 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game.

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Devin Booker • SG • Suns

Devin Booker Will Not Play Thursday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) was downgraded to out after originally being listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Booker suffered a sprained ankle inTuesday's loss to the Miami Heat, although he was able to finish the game and carry his usual heavy workload. He'll be sidelined for this matchup in the Motor City, though, leaving lots of work for Dillon Brooks (if he plays through his questionable tag as expected), Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin, and Ryan Dunn. With so much usage available, the rest of the Suns' rotation will be in great spots to contribute to DFS lineups and as streaming options.

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Kyle Kuzma • PF • Bucks

Kyle Kuzma Added to the Injury Report as Questionable

Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (illness) was added to the injury report as questionable ahead of the team's home game against the Spurs. Kuz only had two points and two assists in Tuesday's blowout loss to the Timberwolves, and he has been in a more reduced role since Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the rotation. If Kuzma is unable to play, though, Bobby Portis would likely be more involved on Thursday.

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