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Vít Krejčí • SG • Trail Blazers

Vit Krejci Unavailable Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Vit Krejci (calf) will exit the lineup on Monday against the Brooklyn Nets. He was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report, and Krejci hasn't recovered enough from a calf contusion to play. Since moving to Portland, Krejci has averaged 7.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 19.9 minutes per game. In his absence, Kris Murray could return to the rotation on Monday night, while Scoot Henderson and Matisse Thybulle may also pick up some of the available minutes.

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Robert Williams III • C • Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Won't Play Monday

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) won't suit up on Monday against the Brooklyn Nets. Initially, there was a chance Williams III would play in the second leg of a back-to-back when he was listed as questionable, but the team has now ruled him out. Williams III had six points, 12 rebounds, and three blocks across 20 minutes in Sunday's loss to Philadelphia. With Williams III unavailable, starting center Donovan Clingan could take on a larger workload, and we might also see more of Sidy Cissoko in Monday's game.

4 hours ago

Klay Thompson • SG • Mavericks

Klay Thompson Unvailable on Monday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (rest) will miss Monday's matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans. The 36-year-old veteran forward is out for tonight's contest for rest purposes. He was also out of action during Sunday's 130-120 win over the Cavs. His next chance to return to the floor is on Wednesday at home versus the Hawks. With Thompson sidelined, fantasy managers can look to 34-year-old sharpshooter Khris Middleton as a potential streaming option as he should continue to see extra minutes this evening.

4 hours ago

Anfernee Simons • SG • Bulls

Anfernee Simons Out at Least 10 More Days

The Chicago Bulls announced on Monday that guard Anfernee Simons (wrist) recently underwent further evaluation of his left wrist. Simons is making progress and will be re-evaluated in 10 days. He sustained a left wrist fracture on Feburary 24. The earliest date Simons could now return is March 27 against OKC. Jaden Ivey (knee) will also continue to miss time and will be re-evaluated in a week. Extra backcourt minutes should continue to be available for Tre Jones, Collin Sexton, and Rob Dillingham while Simons and Ivey are out of action.

5 hours ago

Jaden Ivey • SG • Bulls

Jaden Ivey Expected to Miss at Least One More Week

The Chicago Bulls announced on Monday that guard Jaden Ivey (knee) continues to make progress in his recovery from left knee soreness and will be re-evaluated in one week. The 24-year-old has been sidelined since the All-Star break, missing 11 consecutive games. With Ivey expected to miss at least three more contests and Anfernee Simons (wrist) also sidelined, Tre Jones should remain a solid streaming option for fantasy managers. The 26-year-old guard has scored at least 20 points in three of his last five appearances.

5 hours ago

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Hawks

Jonathan Kuminga Slated to Suit Up Monday

Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports that Atlanta Hawks forward Jonathan Kuminga (knee) will play against the Orlando Magic on Monday. Kuminga was previously listed as questionable due to a knee issue, but he has since been cleared to play. The injury kept him out of four of the previous five games. Besides health issues, moving to Atlanta has worked out for the 23-year-old forward, as he's averaged 16.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.3 steals in 24.8 minutes per contest across four appearances.

6 hours ago

Peyton Watson • SF • Nuggets

Peyton Watson Hopes to Return This Week

According to Vinny Benedetto of the Denver Gazette, the Denver Nuggets remain hopeful that forward Peyton Watson (hamstring) will be able to return at some point this week. Watson is recovering from a right hamstring strain that has kept him sidelined since early February. Benedetto reports that the 24-year-old forward is unlikely to play in the Nuggets' next two games, making Friday's matchup against the Raptors a more realistic target for his return. Until Watson is back in the lineup, Tim Hardaway Jr. remains a solid streaming option for fantasy managers after recording 20 points, one rebound, three assists and two steals across 29 minutes in Saturday's game against the Lakers.

6 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard • SF • Clippers

Kawhi Leonard Downgraded to Unavailable on Monday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is unavailable for Monday's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. Leonard turned his left ankle late during Saturday's loss to the Kings and should be considered day-to-day before Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans. While the two-time Finals MVP is out of action, Bennedict Mathurin could be seen as a potential streaming option for tonight after he logged 24 points, six rebounds and one block across 35 minutes off the bench last contest. Darius Garland will likely carry more offensive responsibilities, while Derrick Jones Jr. could see extended minutes on the floor as well.

6 hours ago

Max Strus • SG • Cavaliers

Max Strus Makes Impact in Season Debut

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (foot) returned for his season debut Sunday and finished with 24 points, eight rebounds, and one assist in 23 minutes against Dallas. The veteran wing looked comfortable immediately, knocking down six three-pointers on efficient shooting and potentially earning a larger role as his conditioning improves. His return could squeeze minutes for Keon Ellis and Jaylon Tyson, while Sam Merrill may also face added competition once healthy. Strus shapes up as a three-point streaming option with upside if his workload climbs during the fantasy playoffs.

15 hours ago

Seth Curry • SG • Warriors

Seth Curry Sidelined for at Least One Week

Golden State Warriors guard Seth Curry (adductor) will be re-evaluated in about a week after suffering a mild left adductor strain, an injury that is expected to keep him out multiple games. The veteran sharpshooter has appeared in only four contests this season and has not held a consistent role, so his absence is unlikely to shift the rotation. Brandin Podziemski and De'Anthony Melton (knee) should continue handling most of the backcourt minutes, while Pat Spencer, Will Richard, and Gary Payton II remain deep-league options only if injuries thin the guard group further.

15 hours ago

Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford Set for Re-Evaluation Next Week

Golden State Warriors forward/center Al Horford (calf) will miss at least the next week after imaging revealed a minor right calf strain, with a recheck scheduled before a potential return. Quinten Post could remain in the rotation after starting and posting 22 points with four three-pointers and three blocks in 36 minutes in his last outing, though his role may shrink once Draymond Green (back) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) are fully available. Post is more of a deep-league flier for blocks and occasional threes, while Gui Santos could continue seeing steady frontcourt minutes while Horford is out.

15 hours ago

Kawhi Leonard • SF • Clippers

Kawhi Leonard Doubtful Monday Against Spurs

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (ankle) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Spurs after turning his left ankle late in Saturday's contest. If the two-time Finals MVP sits, Bennedict Mathurin could see more scoring chances after producing 24 points with six rebounds and one block in 35 minutes off the bench last game. Darius Garland may also shoulder more offensive responsibility, while Derrick Jones Jr. could absorb extra wing minutes. Mathurin looks like a points streamer with some upside, though his minutes and role could still shift depending on how the Clippers set their rotations.

15 hours ago

Santi Aldama • PF • Grizzlies

Santi Aldama Set for Season-Ending Knee Procedure

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (knee) will undergo a season-ending arthroscopic procedure to address lingering right knee discomfort after missing extended time down the stretch. The 25-year-old enjoyed a career year, producing 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 27.9 minutes across 43 appearances. Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Taylor Hendricks should continue seeing expanded roles, with Prosper recently scoring 17 points with three three-pointers in 22 minutes and Hendricks adding five rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 30 minutes. Both profile as deep-league streamers, while GG Jackson II (foot) could also factor in once healthy.

15 hours ago

Drew Eubanks • C • Kings

Drew Eubanks to Undergo Thumb Surgery

Sacramento Kings center Drew Eubanks (thumb) is set to undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb, and he is likely to miss most of the remaining schedule. Maxime Raynaud should continue handling starting duties after delivering eight points and 12 rebounds in 29 minutes last game, putting him on the radar as a rebounds streamer. Dylan Cardwell chipped in seven rebounds in 16 minutes and could earn a larger role as he ramps up following his recent return. Raynaud is the safer add for now, while Cardwell is a name to watch in deeper leagues if his minutes climb.

15 hours ago

Isaiah Collier • PG • Jazz

Isaiah Collier Exits Early Sunday with Knee Injury

Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (knee) did not return to Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings after suffering a right knee contusion, finishing with 21 points, five rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block in 24 minutes. With the second-year guard likely to miss time on a shorthanded, development-focused roster, Bez Mbeng could see a steady run after logging 33 minutes with modest counting stats in his last outing. Brice Sensabaugh and Cody Williams may also see added usage. Collier remains a hold in deeper leagues, while Mbeng profiles as a speculative deep-league assist and steals streamer if he draws a start

15 hours ago

Dejounte Murray • SG • Pelicans

Dejounte Murray Battling Illness Ahead of Monday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Mavericks and could miss time, depending on how he responds at shootaround. If he sits, rookie guard Jeremiah Fears could see more minutes after posting nine points with three three-pointers and one rebound in 13 minutes off the bench last game. Fears is a speculative deep-league streamer for managers needing points and threes. Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson would likely take on more playmaking responsibilities.

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Alperen Sengün • C • Rockets

Alperen Sengun Could Miss Another Game Monday

Houston Rockets forward/center Alperen Sengun (back) is questionable for Monday's matchup against the Lakers and could miss a second straight game due to low back pain. His absence would open frontcourt minutes, with Dorian Finney-Smith logging 27 minutes as a spot starter last game, finishing with four rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block, while Clint Capela produced nine points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four blocks in 22 minutes. Capela looks like a solid defensive streamer for managers needing blocks, while Finney-Smith is more of a deep-league option due to his limited offensive role. Kevin Durant could also see a slight usage bump if Sengun sits, with more scoring responsibility likely falling on his shoulders.

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Noah Clowney • PF • Nets

Noah Clowney Sidelined Monday Versus Trail Blazers

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Noah Clowney (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Trail Blazers as the team manages his workload. His absence should open additional minutes in the frontcourt, with Danny Wolf coming off a 15-point, 10-rebound performance with two assists and one three-pointer in 27 minutes last game. Wolf looks like a solid streaming option while the opportunity remains. Josh Minott could also see more chances after scoring 14 points with three three-pointers in 22 minutes. Nicolas Claxton's (rest) return should help solidify the rotation and may cut into the upside of Brooklyn's other big men.

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Michael Porter Jr. • SF • Nets

Michael Porter Jr. to Miss Third Straight Game

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, marking his third straight absence as he continues to recover from a right ankle sprain. Danny Wolf should continue seeing a larger role after producing 15 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and one three-pointer in 27 minutes as a starter in the last game. Wolf looks like a solid streaming option. Ziaire Williams and Josh Minott could also see more opportunities after combining for 23 points and five three-pointers, though both remain riskier fantasy plays due to fluctuating roles.

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Alexandre Sarr • PF • Wizards

Alexandre Sarr Out Monday Against Golden State

Washington Wizards center Alexandre Sarr (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Warriors as the team manages his workload heading into the first leg of a back-to-back set. The second-year big man is expected to have a chance to return Tuesday against Detroit. Tristan Vukcevic could step into a larger role after posting 22 points, three rebounds, one assist, one steal, and six three-pointers in 20 minutes off the bench last game. Vukcevic looks like the clear streaming target, while Anthony Gill and Julian Reese could also see more opportunities with Washington short on frontcourt options.

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