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Nique Clifford • SF • Kings

Nique Clifford Could Return Saturday

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Nique Clifford (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday night's action against the Atlanta Hawks. This is unexpected, considering the team announced on Monday that Clifford would be re-evaluated in one week. The 24-year-old rookie has sat out two games due to a left midfoot sprain. Clifford has become a viable fantasy option since the All-Star break, averaging 11.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.9 steals in 32.9 minutes per game. Malik Monk, Devin Carter, and Daeqwon Plowden could all lose minutes with Clifford's return.

6 hours ago

Marcus Sasser • PG • Pistons

Marcus Sasser Probable Saturday

Detroit Pistons point guard Marcus Sasser (hip) is probable for Saturday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 25-year-old returned from a hip injury on Thursday against the New Orleans and is expected to make a second consecutive appearance. Sasser had a quiet evening on Thursday, notching seven points, two rebounds, and one assist in 16 minutes. With Cade Cunningham (lung) out, Sasser has a chance to make a bigger impact. But Daniss Jenkins, coming off a 19-point, nine-assist performance against the Pelicans, is a much more attractive fantasy option.

6 hours ago

Caris LeVert • SF • Pistons

Caris LeVert on Track to Return Saturday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Caris LeVert (knee) has been tagged as probable on the injury report ahead of Saturday's encounter with the Minnesota Timberwolves. This suggests he is likely to return after missing one contest. Detroit had a back-to-back earlier this week, and LeVert didn't play in the second game on Thursday against New Orleans due to right knee tendinopathy. LeVert could have a more important role on Saturday if Duncan Robinson (hip) remains sidelined. However, fantasy managers shouldn't expect miracles from him, as LeVert has contributed only 7.3 points and 2.7 assists in 19.3 minutes per game this season.

6 hours ago

Duncan Robinson • SG • Pistons

Duncan Robinson Listed as Questionable for Saturday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Duncan Robinson (hip) is questionable for Saturday's action against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The veteran has hurt his right hip and was a late scratch on Thursday night when the Pistons hosted New Orleans. Kevin Huerter moved to the first unit and had an impressive outing with 22 points. He also collected three rebounds, two assists, and one steal across 34 minutes of action. Fantasy managers might want to give Huerter a look if he remains in the starting lineup on Saturday.

6 hours ago

Ayo Dosunmu • PG • Timberwolves

Ayo Dosunmu Questionable to Play Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (calf) is questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Detroit Pistons. He's experiencing soreness in his right calf and exited the lineup earlier in the week after being initially considered questionable for Wednesday's tilt against Houston. Anthony Edwards (knee) will remain out on Saturday, so having Dosunmu back in the lineup would be very important for the Timberwolves. The former Bull has averaged 18.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.4 assists over his last five appearances. With both Edwards and Dosunmu out, Mike Conley re-entered the rotation as a starter on Wednesday, totaling five points, five rebounds, six assists, one steal, and one block. The veteran could get another start on Saturday, giving him more fantasy appeal.

7 hours ago

Myles Turner • C • Bucks

Myles Turner Iffy for Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (calf) could miss a second consecutive game on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. The veteran big man was sidelined by calf soreness earlier this week. Bobby Portis (wrist) and Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) are also battling health issues, which has boosted the playing time of Jericho Sims, Pete Nance, and Taurean Prince. All three could again have more importance on Saturday.

7 hours ago

Kyle Kuzma • PF • Bucks

Kyle Kuzma Questionable Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Saturday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. He's on the injury report due to right Achilles tendinopathy and has already missed two games. Kuzma's absence gave Pete Nance a chance to start on Wednesday against Portland, but he didn't do a lot in his expanded role. Across 31 minutes, Nance tallied six points, four rebounds, two assists, and one block. Taurean Prince also gets more minutes without Kuzma and appears to be a better fantasy target after a solid 29-minute outing off the bench in Wednesday's loss.

7 hours ago

Bobby Portis • PF • Bucks

Bobby Portis May Miss Another Game Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (wrist) is questionable for Saturday's clash against the San Antonio Spurs. Portis, who is nursing a left wrist sprain, sat out Wednesday's loss to Portland and has played in only one of the last three games. Kyle Kuzma (Achilles) and Myles Turner (calf) are also banged up, so the frontcourt looked very different on Wednesday night. Pete Nance and Jericho Sims both started, combining for 18 points and 10 rebounds. The two could keep their starting roles on Saturday, but it's going to be a much tougher matchup against Victor Wembanyama's crew.

17 hours ago

Kevin Porter Jr. • PG • Bucks

Kevin Porter Jr. Unavailable Against Spurs

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will remain out for a fifth consecutive game on Friday against the San Antonio Spurs. Porter Jr. is still battling right knee synovitis, and his availability for the remainder of the season remains very much in question. Ryan Rollins will continue to hold the keys to the offense on Saturday. Since Porter Jr. departed the lineup, Rollins has averaged 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. That said, he will face a top defensive team on Saturday, which held Rollins to only six points in this season's first head-to-head matchup.

17 hours ago

De'Aaron Fox • PG • Spurs

De'Aaron Fox to Return to Action Saturday

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (back) will return to the lineup on Saturday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He has been removed from the injury report after Fox missed Wednesday's win over Memphis with a back problem. Dylan Harper started on Wednesday but didn't set the world alight, finishing with 10 points, five rebounds, six assists, and one steal. As a reserve, Harper has produced back-to-back 20-point games, suggesting this role suits him better. Saturday's matchup looks promising for Fox, as only four teams have allowed more fantasy points to point guards than the Bucks.

17 hours ago

Isaiah Jackson • PF • Clippers

Isaiah Jackson Exits Early Friday

Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Isaiah Jackson (ankle) didn't finish Friday's contest against the Indiana Pacers, Lauren Rosen of FanDuel Sports Network SoCal reports. He missed the end of the game after tweaking his right ankle early in the fourth quarter. Jackson finished the night with four points and four rebounds in 14 minutes. Since joining the Clippers from Indiana, Jackson has served as Brook Lopez's backup at center. John Collins will see more time at the No. 5 spot if Jackson can't play on Sunday against Milwaukee.

17 hours ago

Kelly Oubre Jr. • SF • 76ers

Kelly Oubre Jr. Ready to Return Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (elbow) appears set to rejoin the lineup on Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets. While the team has officially listed him as questionable for the game, Oubre said on Friday that he will play. The former Hornet has been out of the lineup for eight games due to a left elbow injury. Tyrese Maxey (finger) could also be back in action on Saturday, meaning Philadelphia may have all players available for the game. Quentin Grimes and Dominick Barlow could lose playing time with Oubre Jr.'s return.

17 hours ago

Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford to Be Re-Evaluated in One Week

Golden State Warriors forward/center Al Horford (calf) will be re-evaluated in one week, the team announced on Friday. The veteran big man will miss an eighth consecutive game on Friday against Washington due to a strained right soleus. Golden State noted that Horford is making "good progress" and has started light on-court workouts in recent days. After Friday night, Horford will miss at least three more games, but he could be available for the final few regular-season matchups. With Quinten Post (foot) also out, Draymond Green and Kristaps Porzingis must carry the frontcourt. Omer Yurtseven has also entered the rotation and signed a second 10-day contract with the Warriors earlier this week.

18 hours ago

Vít Krejčí • SG • Trail Blazers

Vit Krejci Remains Sidelined Friday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Vit Krejci (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's meeting with the Dallas Mavericks. This will mark his seventh consecutive absence due to a left calf contusion. Krejci was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report, so his return doesn't seem to be close. With him out of the rotation, Scott Henderson, Matisse Thybulle, and Kris Murray will be the primary bench contributors for the Blazers. Portland's second unit could be in for a fun night, facing a Dallas team that allows the sixth-most field-goal attempts in the league to opposing reserves.

18 hours ago

Robert Williams III • C • Trail Blazers

Robert Williams III Will Suit Up Friday

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (knee) has once again shaken off a questionable tag and will play on Friday against the Dallas Mavericks. The veteran big man will fill his usual duties as Donovan Clingan's backup. Portland's big men could have a field day on Friday night, with Dallas allowing the third-most fantasy points in the league to centers. Williams has averaged 7.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks across 18.0 minutes per game in this matchup during the 2025-26 campaign.

18 hours ago

Khris Middleton • SF • Mavericks

Khris Middleton Sits Out Friday's Game

Dallas Mavericks forward Khris Middleton (illness) won't suit up on Friday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was a very late addition to the injury report due to illness. After a couple of big performances early in his Mavericks career, Middleton has posted fairly underwhelming averages of 11.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 22.3 minutes with the team. Fellow veteran Klay Thompson may log more action on Friday due to his absence.

18 hours ago

Tre Johnson • SG • Wizards

Tre Johnson Back From Three-Game Absence Friday

Washington Wizards guard/forward Tre Johnson (foot) is available on Friday against the Golden State Warriors. He will return to action after missing three games due to a right foot sprain. Johnson has been quiet this month, posting 11.2 points per game. He has struggled to score efficiently, making only 34.5 percent of his field-goal attempts. Golden State ranks just outside the top 10 in defensive efficiency and limited Johnson to 13 points last week in a 125-117 road win. Leaky Black and Jaden Hardy lose fantasy value with Johnson's return.

18 hours ago

Jarace Walker • PF • Pacers

Jarace Walker Won't Return Friday

Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Friday's tilt against the Los Angeles Clippers. He sustained a head injury in the first quarter and is being evaluated for a concussion. Kobe Brown started the second half in Walker's place. Obi Toppin may get more usage as well due to his absence. The two are also likely going to be more involved in Sunday's game against Miami if Walker has to miss time.

18 hours ago

Tristan Vukcevic • PF • Wizards

Tristan Vukcevic Active Friday Night

Washington Wizards forward/center Tristan Vukcevic (back) will play in Friday's contest against the Golden State Warriors. He missed Wednesday's win over Utah due to a back problem. It wasn't initially clear whether Vukcevic could play on Friday, as he was listed as questionable on the original injury report. With Alexandre Sarr (toe) also available, Julian Reese could fall out of the rotation despite posting a massive 26-point, 17-rebound double-double on Wednesday night.

18 hours ago

Alexandre Sarr • PF • Wizards

Alexandre Sarr Returns to Action Friday

Washington Wizards center Alexandre Sarr (toe) will be back in the lineup on Friday against the Golden State Warriors. The French big man has missed two games due to a toe issue. Sarr has been disappointing during the second half of the season, averaging 11.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.0 blocks since the All-Star break. Still, he could find some joy on Friday night against a Warriors frontcourt that will be without Al Horford (calf) and Quinten Post (foot).

18 hours ago

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