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Jakob Poeltl • C • Raptors

Jakob Poeltl Questionable for Matchup With Rockets

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (illness) is back on the injury report as questionable ahead of Tuesday's matchup with the Houston Rockets. Luckily, he was added to the injury list because of illness, not the back issue that has bothered him for much of the season. With Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) and Trayce Jackson-Davis (finger) unavailable, the Raports must lean on Sandro Mamukelashvili and Jonathan Mogbo inside the paint if Poeltl can't play.

4 hours ago

Grayson Allen • SF • Suns

Grayson Allen Could Miss Another Game Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's encounter with the Milwaukee Bucks. After making five consecutive appearances, Allen departed the lineup on Sunday against Charlotte to manage his right knee injury, and he might miss another contest on Tuesday. In Allen's absence, Haywood Highsmith entered the rotation on Sunday, but he shouldn't generate much interest among fantasy managers. In 21 minutes, Highsmith recorded three points, four rebounds, two assists, and one steal.

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Kevin Porter Jr. • PG • Bucks

Kevin Porter Jr. to Remain Out Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive game on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns. He is dealing with right knee synovitis. Ryan Rollins has returned to the starting lineup in Porter Jr.'s absence and will continue to have an expanded role on Tuesday night. Over the last three games, he has produced averages of 13.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 7.0 assists, and 2.3 steals. On Tuesday, Rollins faces a tough matchup against the Suns, who allow the fifth-fewest fantasy points to point guards.

5 hours ago

Kyle Kuzma • PF • Bucks

Kyle Kuzma Available Against Suns Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (back) has not been included on the injury report for Tuesday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. A back issue kept Kuzma sidelined on Sunday against Orlando, but his absence will be limited to one game. After being a DNP-CD for the first time in his career last Monday against Boston, Kuzma produced back-to-back good performances, shooting 13-for-20 from the field. He will try to keep his hot streak going on Tuesday against the league's 10th-best defense.

5 hours ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Ready for Action Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. The former MVP continues to manage a calf injury and didn't play on Sunday against Orlando as Milwaukee completed a back-to-back set. Since returning to action this month, Antetokounmpo has averaged 23.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.7 assists, and 1.7 steals in 26.3 minutes. With him back in the fold, Jericho Sims will be bumped to the bench on Tuesday.

5 hours ago

Keyonte George • SG • Jazz

Keyonte George Available Against Warriors

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (illness) will play on Monday against the Golden State Warriors. It initially looked unlikely that George would play in the game after he was added late to the injury report with a questionable designation. The team has now upgraded him to available. George has had a wonderful campaign and could be extremely busy on offense against Golden State, as there aren't many other scoring options available for the Jazz. Through three appearances this month, George has averaged 29.3 points in 30.0 minutes per game.

5 hours ago

Isaiah Collier • PG • Jazz

Isaiah Collier Misses Monday's Game Due to Illness

Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (illness) will miss a second consecutive game on Monday night against the Golden State Warriors. He was initially expected to return to the lineup after missing time for personal reasons, but an illness will keep Collier sidelined. Due to Collier's absence, Cody Williams, Elijah Harkless, and Svi Mykhailiuk could be a lot busier than usual in the backcourt. Collier's next chance to return will be on Wednesday against the New York Knicks.

5 hours ago

Taylor Hendricks • PF • Grizzlies

Taylor Hendricks Downgraded to Out

Memphis Grizzlies forward Taylor Hendricks (thumb) will skip Monday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. He landed on the injury report with a sore right thumb and was initially listed as doubtful. Memphis will be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt, so GG Jackson II and Olivier-Maxence Prosper must be prepared for a busy night. With only eight players available to the team, the Grizzlies will likely use smaller lineups more often as well. Hendricks could be an option to return on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Scotty Pippen Jr. • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr. Sit Out Monday's Game

Memphis Grizzlies guards Ty Jerome (calf) and Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) have been ruled out for Monday's clash against the Brooklyn Nets. Both players were listed as doubtful on the initial injury report. With Jerome and Pippen Jr. sidelined, Cam Spencer, Javon Small, Jahmai Mashack, and Walter Clayton Jr. will share the minutes in the backcourt. Of this group, Spencer has been the most consistent fantasy performer, averaging 11.4 points and 5.5 assists in 23.8 minutes this season.

5 hours ago

Cedric Coward • SG • Grizzlies

Cedric Coward Out on Monday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) won't suit up for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The team has ruled him out after initially handing him a doubtful tag on the injury report. Memphis is set to have only eight players available for the contest, so players like Walter Clayton Jr., Jahmai Mashack, and Rayan Rupert should see plenty of time on the court. Coward could return to action on Tuesday for the second leg of a back-to-back against Philadelphia.

6 hours ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Unavailable Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) will miss a second straight game on Monday against the Denver Nuggets. This isn't unexpected, as the team had listed him as questionable on the initial injury report. With Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) also missing for the Thunder, Jaylin Williams is set to have a massive role in the frontcourt. Kenrich Williams is likely to have an increased workload as well. Meanwhile, Isaiah Joe could remain in the starting lineup after taking Holmgren's place on Saturday against Golden State and producing a good 18-point outing.

6 hours ago

Ace Bailey • SF • Jazz

Ace Bailey Ruled Out Against Golden State

According to Ben Anderson of KSL News, Salt Lake City, Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (illness) is unavailable for Monday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors due to an illness. Bailey's next chance to suit up is Wednesday against the Knicks. The 19-year-old rookie is averaging 12.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists across 57 games this season. Brice Sensabaugh will likely take on extra work and is an excellent streaming option for fantasy managers during tonight's clash. On Saturday against Milwaukee, Sensabaugh finished with 17 points, five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 17 minutes.

6 hours ago

Jamal Murray • PG • Nuggets

Jamal Murray Good to Go Monday

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) will play in Monday's tasty matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The first-year All-Star injured his left ankle last week and was initially considered questionable for Monday's game. Murray struggled in his first meeting with the defending champions this season but had an outstanding game against them a couple of weeks ago. In a shootout with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Murray finished with 39 points, eight rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block in a 127-121 overtime loss on Feb. 27.

6 hours ago

Cameron Payne • PG • 76ers

Cameron Payne Starts Against Cavaliers

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Cameron Payne will join the starting lineup on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, filling in for Tyrese Maxey (finger). This will be Payne's first start of the season. With Joel Embiid (oblique), Paul George (suspension), and VJ Edgecombe (back) also out, Payne should play an important role on the offensive end. Quentin Grimes and Kelly Oubre Jr. are also expected to get plenty of scoring opportunities for the short-handed 76ers.

6 hours ago

LeBron James • SF • Lakers

LeBron James Sits Out Practice on Monday

According to Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet, head coach JJ Redick said forward LeBron James (elbow, foot) didn't practice on Monday but is still considered day-to-day. James has missed two straight games due to a left elbow contusion and arthritis in his left foot, and could also miss Tuesday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. If he doesn't suit up, Rui Hachimura will likely start again, while Jarred Vanderbilt and Jake LaRavia could also see additional minutes.

6 hours ago

Dean Wade • PF • Cavaliers

Dean Wade Cleared for Monday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) will be active on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The 29-year-old was listed as probable on the initial injury report after he returned from an ankle injury on Sunday against Boston. Wade took Jarrett Allen's (knee) spot in the first unit, contributing seven points, three rebounds, and one steal in 21 minutes. He will remain part of the starting lineup against Philadelphia.

6 hours ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen Won't Play Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) will miss a second consecutive contest on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The big man hurt his right knee last week, and it's unclear when he can return from the injury. With Allen out on Sunday against Boston, Evan Mobley shifted to center, and Dean Wade filled the void in the starting lineup. Cleveland has named an unchanged starting five for Monday's game.

6 hours ago

VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Remains Out Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (back) will miss a third consecutive game on Monday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team has downgraded his status from questionable to out. On a positive note, Edgecome participated in the pregame shootaround, which suggests he could be ready to return from his back injury soon. His next chance for a comeback will be a matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. Quentin Grimes has taken on a bigger role during Edgecombe's absence, and his importance to the team will increase further on Monday night, with Tyrese Maxey (finger) out of the lineup.

6 hours ago

Will Richard • SG • Warriors

Will Richard Ruled Out Against Jazz

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Will Richard (ankle) will miss his fourth consecutive contest on Monday against the Utah Jazz due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to return is on Tuesday night against the Bulls. Seth Curry (back) is set to return, so he could take on some extra playing time while Ricard is out, but he isn't expected to make an impact fantasy-wise during tonight's tilt.

6 hours ago

Seth Curry • SG • Warriors

Seth Curry Set to Suit Up Monday

Golden State Warriors guard Seth Curry (back) is set to suit up against the Utah Jazz on Monday evening. The 35-year-old veteran has been dealing with sciatic nerve irritation and has appeared in only two games this season. Curry's minutes will likely be limited in his return, and it remains unclear if he will have a consistent role in the Warriors' rotation moving forward.

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