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Clint Capela • C • Rockets |

Alperen Sengün • C • Rockets

Alperen Sengun Sidelined, Clint Capela Starting Against Lakers

Houston Rockets forward/center Alperen Sengun (back) is out for Monday's game against the Lakers, with veteran center Clint Capela moving into the starting lineup. Capela finished with nine points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four blocks in 22 minutes off the bench in his last game and shapes up as a short-term rebounds and blocks streamer. Amen Thompson and Kevin Durant could also see slight usage increases with Sengun's 27.1 percent usage rate unavailable. Capela is better viewed as a short-term category streamer, while Sengun remains a clear hold once healthy.

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Bam Adebayo • C • Heat

Bam Adebayo Iffy for Tuesday Night

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (calf) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Charlotte Hornets. He is experiencing tightness in his right calf, and Adebayo might miss his first game of 2026 as a result. Without Adebayo, Kel'el Ware would have a much bigger role in the frontcourt, while Myron Gardner or Simone Fontecchio could get a chance to start. On the offensive side, Norman Powell and Tyler Herro would handle a larger load.

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Walter Clayton Jr. • PG • Grizzlies |

Javon Small • SG • Grizzlies

Javon Small Out Monday, Walter Clayton Jr. Returns to Starting Lineup

Memphis Grizzlies guard Javon Small is inactive for Monday's game against the Bulls, while rookie guard Walter Clayton Jr. (ankle) returns to the starting lineup. Clayton recorded 14 assists in 34 minutes in his last start and could offer deep-league value for assists if his minutes hold. Small had averaged 15.0 points, 5.0 assists, and 1.4 steals across his last five NBA appearances but remains off the fantasy radar while inactive. Cam Spencer and Rayan Rupert could also pick up extra backcourt minutes, though both are risky streaming options due to uncertain roles.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo Listed as Questionable for Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's showdown against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The former MVP injured his left ankle last week, causing him to miss one game. He returned to play on Sunday against Indiana and nearly posted a 30-point triple-double, but Antetokounmpo only logged 23 minutes. If he shakes off the questionable tag, Antetokounmpo might see limited minutes again. Meanwhile, Bobby Portis and Jericho Sims will have bigger roles if he doesn't suit up at all, especially with Myles Turner (calf) also uncertain for the game.

4 hours ago

Rayan Rupert • SG • Grizzlies |

GG Jackson II • PF • Grizzlies

GG Jackson II Out, Rayan Rupert to Start Against Bulls

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center GG Jackson II (foot) is out for Monday's game against the Bulls, with guard Rayan Rupert moving into the starting lineup. Rupert logged 13 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 38 minutes in his previous appearance and profiles as a deep-league streaming option if he sees a similar run. Taylor Hendricks posted seven points, five rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 30 minutes last game and should remain in the rotation, while Olivier-Maxence Prosper could continue seeing usage after a 17-point outing.

4 hours ago

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Ruled Out for Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (knee) won't play on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns. He will sit out the game with a sore right knee. It's an issue that has troubled Edwards for some time. So far, he has played through the injury, but his recent performances have been very inconsistent. Due to Edwards' absence, Ayo Dosunmu and Bones Hyland will move up the depth chart, with one of them likely starting. There will also be additional offensive duties for Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, and Jaden McDaniels.

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Nick Richards • C • Bulls

Nick Richards Cleared to Play Monday

Chicago Bulls center Nick Richards (back) will be active against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday. He initially had a small question mark hanging over him due to a probable designation. Richards has performed well recently, averaging nearly a double-double this month, with 11.0 points and 9.1 rebounds per game. However, the Bulls' frontcourt is looking a bit crowded, with Jalen Smith and Guerschon Yabusele also part of the rotation at center, which could disrupt Richards' recent good momentum.

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Dejounte Murray • SG • Pelicans

Dejounte Murray Sidelined by Illness Monday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (illness) will not play in Monday's matchup against Dallas, opening short-term minutes in the backcourt. Rookie guard Jeremiah Fears could move into a larger role after scoring nine points with three three-pointers in 13 minutes off the bench in his last outing, though he remains a risky deep-league streamer due to uncertain minutes. Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson may take on more playmaking responsibilities. This situation appears temporary, making Fears a speculative add while the starters remain the safest fantasy plays.

5 hours ago

Ty Jerome • PG • Grizzlies

Ty Jerome Ruled Out Monday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ty Jerome (shoulder) will sit out Monday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. His status has been downgraded from doubtful to out ahead of tip-off. Jerome has posted three straight 20-point outings, but he hasn't taken the floor in two consecutive games for over a month. With Javon Small inactive on Monday, the Grizzlies' backcourt will rely on Cam Spencer, Cedric Coward, Walter Clayton Jr., and Jahmai Mashack. Out of the quartet, Spencer has been the most consistent performer in recent weeks, averaging 11.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 5.0 assists this month.

5 hours ago

Daniel Gafford • C • Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Won't Play Against Pelicans

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (illness) won't be in the lineup for Monday's tilt against the New Orleans Pelicans. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out due to illness, keeping Gafford sidelined for a second straight game. With Gafford out, P.J. Washington had a big game in the frontcourt against Cleveland on Sunday. Meanwhile, Marvin Bagley III has a clearer route to playing time, but he was only on the court for 16 minutes in Sunday's matchup. Gafford's next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks.

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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.

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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.

5 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.

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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.

6 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.

7 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.

7 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.

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