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Collin Murray-Boyles • PF • Raptors

Collin Murray-Boyles Listed as Questionable for Wednesday's Game

Toronto Raptors forward/center Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) practiced on Tuesday, but he is still listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. A thumb injury could keep the talented rookie sidelined for a fifth consecutive game. Due to Jakob Poeltl's (back) health issues, Murray-Boyles' role has grown throughout the campaign, and he took over as the starting center at the beginning of January. In Murray-Boyles' absence, Sandro Mamukelashvili has enjoyed a good spell as a starter. Given how well Mamukelashvili has played, Murray-Boyles might come off the bench if he's available.

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Jock Landale • C • Grizzlies

Jock Landale Available for Wednesday's Tilt

Memphis Grizzlies center Jock Landale (personal) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets. The Australian big man will return to action after sitting out one game for personal reasons. Landale has gained a lot of momentum lately, posting back-to-back double-doubles and averaging 13.9 points and 8.6 rebounds for the month. On Wednesday, Landale finds himself in a tricky spot, as only six teams have allowed fewer fantasy points to centers than Charlotte. Landale's return will likely bump Santi Aldama back to the bench, but he will remain an important part of the rotation and could still see around 30 minutes of action.

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Kel'el Ware • C • Heat

Kel'el Ware in Danger of Missing Another Game

Miami Heat forward/center Kel'el Ware (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Orlando Magic. He's dealing with a right hamstring strain and may be sidelined for a fifth consecutive game. Still, Ware returned to practice on Tuesday, suggesting that he could soon be back in the lineup. Nikola Jovic has seen consistent minutes during Ware's absence, averaging 17.5 points and 4.5 rebounds over the last two games. While Jovic has been productive in recent games, his numbers have been lacking for most of the campaign, making him a risky fantasy choice.

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Davion Mitchell • PG • Heat

Davion Mitchell Iffy for Wednesday

Miami Heat point guard Davion Mitchell (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Orlando Magic. He may miss his fourth consecutive game due to a left shoulder injury that Mitchell sustained earlier this month. If Mitchell can't return against Orlando, Kasparas Jakucionis will remain in the starting unit. The Lithuanian rookie has made five total starts this season, averaging 8.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. He could be a bit busier on Wednesday against an Orlando team that gives up the seventh-most fantasy points to point guards.

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Norman Powell • SG • Heat

Norman Powell Questionable Wednesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (back) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. Powell has recently played through a back issue, but he may eventually need to take some time off to recover. With Tyler Herro (ribs) out, Miami relies heavily on Powell on the offensive end. If he can't play on Wednesday, there would be additional playing time available for Pelle Larsson, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Simone Fontecchio. Although Larsson has enjoyed a couple of very good performances lately, Jaquez Jr. has more fantasy potential.

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Tyler Herro • SG • Heat

Tyler Herro Remains Out Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ribs) won't play against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, missing his seventh straight game. The Heat have two back-to-backs scheduled this week, meaning Herro could miss several more games. Miami is currently dealing with other injury issues as well, giving Pelle Larsson, Dru Smith, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Kasparas Jakucionis additional playing opportunities. The team has a good fantasy matchup on Wednesday against a mediocre defensive team.

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Nikola Jokić • C • Nuggets

Nikola Jokic to Be Re-Evaluated in One Week

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (knee) will be re-evaluated in one week, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. "The Denver Nuggets will re-evaluate Nikola Jokic in about a week," Charania said on Tuesday's episode of NBA Today. "He is making great progress; he's in the ramp-up phase of his return to play process." After injuring his left knee on Dec. 29, Jokic returned to on-court activities two weeks ago. The three-time MVP has missed 15 games. Jonas Valanciunas, who notched 16 points and 16 rebounds in Tuesday's loss to the Detroit Pistons, will continue to start at center until Jokic returns.

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Darius Garland • PG • Cavaliers

Darius Garland Won't Be Available Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (toe) will miss a seventh consecutive game on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was back at practice on Monday, but Wednesday's game comes too soon for Garland to be ready to play. However, he could be available later in the week as the team plans to re-evaluate Garland soon. During Garland's absence, both Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson have stepped up as playmakers, while Lonzo Ball's workload has increased.

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Franz Wagner • SF • Magic

Franz Wagner Won't Play Wednesday

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's Battle of Florida against the Miami Heat. In mid-January, Wagner returned from an ankle injury, but he made only two appearances before landing back on the shelf. Wednesday's game will mark his fourth consecutive absence. Due to Wagner's ongoing injury woes, Anthony Black has enjoyed increased playing time throughout the season. While Black's recent performances have been inconsistent, he remains an attractive fantasy option.

16 hours ago

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Expected to Return Wednesday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's clash against the Utah Jazz. The veteran, who is dealing with a minor back issue, sat out Monday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves as Golden State wrapped up a back-to-back set. Al Horford (toe) is also on track to return, meaning Gui Santos and Quinten Post will likely head to the bench. The Warriors have an excellent fantasy matchup on Tuesday, facing an opponent that pushes the pace but struggles defensively. Green has posted 8.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game in January.

16 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard • SF • Clippers

Kawhi Leonard Available Against Jazz

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) has shaken off a questionable tag and will play on Tuesday against the Utah Jazz, Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He's ready to make his third consecutive appearance despite nursing a left knee contusion. The Clippers have been on a roll recently, and largely thanks to Leonard's outstanding play. Leonard has averaged 31.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.4 steals over his last 15 appearances, during which the Clippers have gone 13-2. This run includes a 45-point effort from Leonard against Utah on Jan. 1.

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Jordan Goodwin • PG • Suns

Jordan Goodwin Starts Against Nets

Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin will make his third start of the season on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. With Devin Booker (ankle), Jalen Green (hamstring), and Collin Gillespie (hand) all sidelined, the Suns are left shorthanded in the backcourt, and Goodwin will get a chance to make his first start since Nov. 24. In his previous two starts this season, Goodwin has averaged 11.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.0 steals. Given Phoenix's injury situation and the lack of offensive threats, it's reasonable to expect even bigger numbers from Goodwin on Tuesday.

16 hours ago

Peyton Watson • SF • Nuggets

Peyton Watson Back for Nuggets Tuesday

Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons. Watson was sidelined for the second leg of a back-to-back on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks as he dealt with sprains in both ankles. In his last outing, Watson dropped 35 points on the Washington Wizards. He has elevated his game this month, averaging 23.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.5 blocks, and 1.3 steals in 36.2 minutes per game. Watson will start Tuesday's contest alongside Jamal Murray, Jalen Pickett, Spencer Jones, and Jonas Valanciunas. Julian Strawther and Zeke Nnaji will drop to the bench, while Aaron Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out for the game.

16 hours ago

Jonas Valančiūnas • C • Nuggets

Jonas Valanciunas Ready to Rock Tuesday Night

Denver Nuggets center Jonas Valanciunas (calf) has been upgraded from probable to available for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Last week, Valanciunas returned from a calf injury, but he was held out of Friday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite missing three weeks, Valanciunas didn't show any rust against the Washington Wizards last Thursday, notching 16 points and nine rebounds in 22 minutes. He has a much trickier matchup on Tuesday against Jalen Duren and the Pistons.

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Jamal Murray • PG • Nuggets

Jamal Murray Active Versus Pistons

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (hamstring, hip) will play on Tuesday against Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons. The Canadian star has dealt with several health issues recently and sat out Friday's loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He was initially listed as probable for Tuesday's tilt. With Nikola Jokic (knee) on the shelf, Murray has taken on a much larger offensive load, averaging 29.0 points and 8.7 assists in January. His form will get a stern test on Tuesday against the NBA's second-best defense.

17 hours ago

Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins Moves to Starting Lineup Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Aaron Wiggins will join the starting lineup on Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, replacing Cason Wallace (hip). Across 11 previous starts this season, Wiggins has contributed 13.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He has a favorable fantasy matchup on Tuesday, as the Pelicans own the fourth-worst defensive rating in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort, Jaylin Williams, and Chet Holmgren will also start for the Thunder.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks |

Bobby Portis • PF • Bucks

Bobby Portis Replaces Giannis Antetokounmpo in Starting Unit

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis will take Giannis Antetokounmpo's (calf) spot in the starting lineup on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. This will likely be the first of several consecutive starts for Portis, as Antetokounmpo is set to miss multiple weeks with a calf strain. Across his previous six starts this season, Portis has produced 16.0 points and 9.0 rebounds per game. Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Kyle Kuzma, and Myles Turner will join Portis in the first unit on Tuesday.

17 hours ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Ready to Take on Bucks

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has shed a questionable tag and will play on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He exited the lineup on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets, opening the door for Andre Drummond to start. On Tuesday, Drummond will return to a bench role. Embiid has feasted in his most recent appearances, finishing four consecutive games with 30-plus points. This stretch includes his 10th career triple-double.

17 hours ago

Paul George • SF • 76ers

Paul George Returns to Action Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) has been officially cleared for Tuesday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. He will make his return to the lineup after missing the first leg of a back-to-back on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets. George has averaged 14.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in 32.4 minutes per game across January. As a result of George's return, Dominick Barlow must settle for a place on the bench against Milwaukee.

18 hours ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Listed as Probable for Wednesday

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (knee) is considered probable for Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. The veteran star is dealing with a knee issue and skipped the second leg of a back-to-back on Monday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. After receiving a probable tag on the injury report, it's safe to assume Curry will be back in action on Wednesday night. His return will send Pat Spencer back to the bench, and he could completely fall out of the rotation, as Spencer had seen very little action in previous games prior to Monday. Curry's offensive production has dipped to 24.5 points per game in January, and Golden State needs more from him with Jimmy Butler III (knee) done for the season.

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