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Malik Monk • SG • Kings

Malik Monk Might Miss Another Game Tuesday Night

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) is questionable to play on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. He may remain sidelined for a fourth consecutive game due to a right ankle sprain. With Monk out of the picture, Daeqwon Plowden has secured a regular role in the rotation, logging at least 30 minutes in five consecutive contests. He has offered steady production over that stretch, averaging 12.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.4 steals. Veteran Doug McDermott has also carved out a spot in the rotation, though his deployment as a three-point gunner has largely failed to pay off.

10 hours ago

Naz Reid • C • Timberwolves

Naz Reid Questionable for First Game of Back-to-Back

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (shoulder) has been tagged as questionable on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's encounter with the Phoenix Suns. Reid sustained a right shoulder contusion during Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City, leaving his status uncertain for Tuesday's game. It's the first game of a back-to-back for Minnesota, and the team will want to avoid risking a more serious injury to Reid. If he doesn't play Tuesday night, more minutes will likely go to Kyle Anderson and Joan Beringer, although neither player has much fantasy appeal.

10 hours ago

Myles Turner • C • Bucks

Myles Turner Questionable to Suit Up Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (calf) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's home game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The athletic big man is nursing a right calf strain and could miss his first game since Feb. 20. Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is also considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup, so the trio of Bobby Portis, Jericho Sims, and Pete Nance may need to carry Milwaukee's frontcourt. While Sims is likely to take Turner's spot in the starting lineup, Portis has more fantasy upside. The last time Milwaukee was missing both Antetokounmpo and Turner, Portis finished with 17 points, 11 rebounds, one assist, and one block.

10 hours ago

Aaron Nesmith • PF • Pacers

Aaron Nesmith Iffy for Meeting with Knicks

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's visit to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks. Nesmith has produced a couple of big performances lately, including a 32-point effort in Sunday's loss to Milwaukee, but he's managing an ankle injury. The team will want to be cautious with Nesmith during its upcoming back-to-back set. At MSG, the Pacers may mainly rely on their reserves, with Pascal Siakam (knee), Ivica Zubac (ankle), and Andrew Nembhard (calf) also listed on the injury report.

10 hours ago

Ivica Zubac • C • Pacers

Ivica Zubac May Sit Out Tuesday's Action

Indiana Pacers center Ivica Zubac (ankle) has been tagged as questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the New York Knicks. After recovering from an ankle injury, Zubac has suited up for three straight games, but he might miss Tuesday's contest because it's part of a back-to-back. If Indiana decides to sit Zubac, Jay Huff and Micah Potter (triceps) would move up on the depth chart, though the latter is also considered questionable for Tuesday's game. Both backup bigs performed well for the Pacers during Zubac's five-week absence.

10 hours ago

Andrew Nembhard • PG • Pacers

Andrew Nembhard Questionable Tuesday Due to Calf Issue

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (calf) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the New York Knicks. After dealing with back and neck injuries, Nembhard has sustained a right calf contusion, which could keep him sidelined for a second consecutive game. T.J. McConnell (hamstring) started in Nembhard's absence on Sunday against Milwaukee, but he is also on the injury report with a questionable tag. Quenton Jackson (calf) isn't fully healthy either, meaning Kam Jones could have a very heavy workload in Tuesday's game, along with Ethan Thompson.

10 hours ago

Andrew Wiggins • SF • Heat

Andrew Wiggins Remains Out Tuesday

Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (toe) won't play on Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets. He has been ruled out for a sixth consecutive game due to a toe injury. Over the last couple of games, the Heat have used Kel'el Ware as Wiggins' replacement in the first unit. On Tuesday, there might be another change in the lineup depending on Bam Adebayo's (calf) status. Ware averages 12.9 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks as a starter this season. Jaime Jaquez Jr. also has a chance to make a bigger impact without Wiggins.

10 hours ago

Pascal Siakam • PF • Pacers

Pascal Siakam Likely to Remain Out Tuesday

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (knee) has been tagged as doubtful on the injury report for Tuesday's clash against the New York Knicks, indicating he is unlikely to return to the lineup. The Cameroonian has been out of action for four games due to a right knee sprain. Indiana has almost the entire team on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's contest, making it impossible to project how the rotation will look. That said, Jarace Walker is healthy and has been a bigger part of the offense in the games Siakam has missed. Additionally, Kobe Brown and Jalen Slawson are poised to receive increased opportunities because the team lacks options at the No. 4 spot.

21 hours ago

Kevin Porter Jr. • PG • Bucks

Kevin Porter Jr. Available Against Cavaliers

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He skipped the second leg of a back-to-back on Sunday versus Indiana to manage a knee issue. Earlier this month, Porter Jr. missed four games due to right knee synovitis. In his last appearance, Porter Jr. made an impact all over the court, finishing a 122-99 loss to Atlanta with 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and one block. On Tuesday night, Porter Jr. could be the primary offensive option for the Bucks, as Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) is hurt and may miss the game.

21 hours ago

Jalen Brunson • PG • Knicks

Jalen Brunson Questionable for Tuesday's Game

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson (ankle, neck) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Indiana Pacers. Brunson produced 29 points and nine assists against the Pacers on Friday night, but he may have to sit out Tuesday's rematch due to ankle and neck injuries. Brunson's absence would create additional playing opportunities for Jose Alvarado, Jordan Clarkson, and Landry Shamet. Additionally, Karl-Anthony Towns will be expected to be much more active on the offensive end. Towns has averaged 28.2 points and 14.0 rebounds in five games without Brunson this season.

21 hours ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid to Remain Out Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. He will miss a 10th consecutive game due to a right oblique strain. According to 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, Embiid has resumed basketball activities. This suggests that the former MVP shouldn't be too far from returning. However, he still needs a bit more time to recover, giving Andre Drummond and Adem Bona a chance to impress against Nikola Jokic. Drummond had a big 17-rebound performance on Sunday against Portland when he returned from a three-game absence. The veteran outperformed Bona and may have earned himself a starting spot for Tuesday.

21 hours ago

Jarrett Allen • C • Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen to Sit Out At Least Three More Games

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) will miss the team's upcoming three-game road trip, P.J. Ziegler of FOX 8 reports. Due to right knee tendonitis, he will sit out a sixth consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. In Allen's absence, Thomas Bryant's workload has slightly increased, while Keon Ellis has made back-to-back starts. After impressing in his season debut on Sunday against Dallas, Max Strus is also a candidate to see some action in the starting unit until Allen returns.

21 hours ago

Trae Young • PG • Wizards

Trae Young Exits Early Monday Due to Quadriceps Contusion

Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He will miss the final quarter due to a right quadriceps contusion. Young sustained the injury in the third quarter after colliding with Warriors guard Will Richard. During the closing moments, Washington's backcourt will also be without Bub Carrington, who was ejected after receiving two technical fouls. Sharife Cooper and Tre Johnson will take on larger roles. Before leaving early, Young amassed 21 points, two rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block in 21 minutes. The Wizards will likely head into Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons without Young.

21 hours ago

John Collins • PF • Clippers

John Collins Starting Against Spurs

Los Angeles Clippers forward/center John Collins will be a starter in Monday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. Law Murray of The Athletic reports. He will replace Kawhi Leonard (ankle), who was injured in Saturday's loss to Sacramento. Collins has also faced health issues lately, returning from a seven-game absence on Saturday. He was a regular starter before exiting the lineup and has posted 13.9 points and 5.2 rebounds per game as a member of the first unit. Leonard's absence is also likely to increase the offensive usage of Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin.

22 hours ago

Craig Porter Jr. • PG • Cavaliers

Craig Porter Jr. Out 1-3 Weeks With Groin Strain

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. (groin) will be sidelined for the next one to three weeks after imaging confirmed a left groin strain. Porter averages just 18 minutes per game and was already outside the fantasy radar in most formats. His absence should not materially impact Cleveland's rotation, with James Harden and Donovan Mitchell handling most backcourt usage. Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis could see marginal minutes increases, though neither gains meaningful fantasy appeal from this injury. Porter can remain on waivers in standard leagues.

22 hours ago

Russell Westbrook • PG • Kings

Russell Westbrook Off Injury Report for Tuesday

Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (foot) is off the injury report and available for Tuesday's game against the Spurs after sitting out Sunday. The veteran has averaged 17.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 9.6 assists, and 2.2 steals over his last five games and remains a strong fantasy hold for managers needing assists and steals. His return should push Killian Hayes back into a smaller reserve role, while Malik Monk (ankle) could see slightly less ballhandling if active. Westbrook should continue seeing steady usage alongside DeMar DeRozan in the starting unit.

22 hours ago

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.

22 hours ago

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.

23 hours ago

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.

23 hours ago

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.

23 hours ago

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