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Vít Krejčí • SG • Trail Blazers

Vit Krejci Still Sidelined Monday

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Vit Krejci (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game in Denver and appears unlikely to return soon after being ruled out well in advance again. His absence carries little fantasy impact given his limited role, though Kris Murray and Matisse Thybulle could continue seeing stable bench minutes. Scoot Henderson and Deni Avdija should also maintain secure usage in the backcourt rotation. Krejci can be left on waiver wires in most formats, and even in deeper leagues, his role does not currently justify a roster spot.

5 hours ago

Bruce Brown • SG • Nuggets

Bruce Brown Likely Available vs. Portland

Denver Nuggets guard Bruce Brown (ankle) is probable for Monday's game against Portland after exiting early Saturday due to a minor left ankle tweak. He logged five points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 11 minutes before exiting Saturday. In his previous game, he recorded 11 points, three rebounds, four steals, and one block in 27 minutes. Brown remains a fringe fantasy option given Denver's crowded wing rotation featuring Christian Braun and Cameron Johnson. His main appeal comes from defensive stats in deeper leagues, while Jamal Murray continues to dominate backcourt usage.

5 hours ago

Spencer Jones • PF • Nuggets

Spencer Jones Remains Sidelined Monday

Denver Nuggets forward Spencer Jones (hamstring) will miss a third straight game Monday against Portland due to a strained right hamstring and could remain sidelined beyond that. His absence leaves Julian Strawther in line for extra depth minutes, though he remains only a fringe fantasy option after posting six points, two three-pointers, and two assists in 11 minutes last game. Strawther's role remains limited behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, while Christian Braun and Cameron Johnson should continue handling stable wing minutes. Jones holds little fantasy value outside very deep formats.

5 hours ago

Isaiah Stewart • PF • Pistons

Isaiah Stewart Remains Out Monday vs. Orlando

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (calf) will remain sidelined Monday against Orlando as he continues recovering from a left calf strain that has now cost him 13 games. His absence keeps Paul Reed on the fantasy radar in deeper formats after he produced 10 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and one block in 18 minutes off the bench last game. Reed offers modest value for defensive stats and rebounds, while Jalen Duren should continue seeing secure starter minutes. Stewart remains a low-priority hold in most formats.

5 hours ago

Dillon Brooks • SF • Suns

Dillon Brooks Risks Suspension After 18th Technical Foul

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks finished with 15 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block in 33 minutes Sunday but could be suspended for Tuesday's game against Houston after picking up his 18th technical foul. With the regular season winding down, any missed game could impact fantasy playoff lineups. Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen may see slight minute increases but remain modest fringe options. Devin Booker and Jalen Green could take on more scoring usage. Brooks should still be held in most competitive formats.

6 hours ago

Daniel Gafford • C • Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Leaves Game Early with Shoulder Injury

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) will not return after suffering a right shoulder injury in Sunday's game against the Lakers and could miss additional time with another game scheduled Tuesday against the Clippers. Marvin Bagley III becomes the top streaming candidate if Gafford sits after producing nine points, four rebounds, one steal, and one block in 22 minutes. Dwight Powell looks like a modest deep-league option as the next man up at center, while P.J. Washington could also pick up extra minutes in smaller lineups.

6 hours ago

Luka Dončić • PG • Lakers

Luka Doncic to Undergo Hamstring Treatment in Europe

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) will seek specialized treatment in Europe for a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and remains out for the rest of the regular season, though the move is aimed at a possible postseason return. His absence keeps LeBron James in a primary creator role after a 30-point, nine-rebound, 15-assist line in 39 minutes last game, making him an elite hold. Rui Hachimura, who finished with 21 points and seven rebounds, and Jake LaRavia, who added 14 points, five rebounds, and two steals, look like strong streaming options. Managers in deeper leagues can also monitor Luke Kennard for extra minutes and three-point production.

6 hours ago

Cameron Payne • PG • 76ers

Cameron Payne Out at Least Two Weeks

Philadelphia 76ers guard Cameron Payne (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a strained right hamstring and is expected to miss at least two weeks, likely sidelining him for the rest of the regular season. His absence could lead to more backup point guard minutes for Quentin Grimes behind Tyrese Maxey. Grimes has logged 10 points and four rebounds in 25 minutes against Minnesota and 12 points with two three-pointers in 23 minutes against Washington recently, though his fantasy upside remains modest with Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Paul George handling most of the offense.

18 hours ago

Duncan Robinson • SG • Pistons

Duncan Robinson Iffy for Monday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Duncan Robinson (hip) is questionable for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic after logging 11 points, two rebounds, and two assists in 23 minutes Saturday. If he sits, Kevin Huerter, Caris LeVert, and Ron Holland II could all see increased opportunities, with one likely moving into the starting lineup. Huerter posted five points, five rebounds, and six assists in 25 minutes in his last outing and could offer short-term value for assists and three-pointers. Holland's recent activity also puts him on the deep-league radar if Robinson is unavailable.

18 hours ago

Jerami Grant • PF • Trail Blazers

Jerami Grant Out Again Monday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (calf) will remain sidelined for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets due to a lingering calf strain. His continued absence should keep Scoot Henderson in an elevated role with the starting group. Henderson has averaged 16.7 points, 2.0 three-pointers, and 4.0 assists in 24.6 minutes across his last three starts, making him a viable fantasy option for points and assists while Grant remains out. Deni Avdija should continue to see a bit more offensive responsibility, while Grant's absence leaves Portland a little short on forward depth down the stretch.

18 hours ago

Tobias Harris • SF • Pistons

Tobias Harris Questionable Vs. Magic

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic after playing through the issue in his last outing. With Detroit already locked into playoff positioning, the team could take a cautious approach with its veteran forward. If Harris sits, Ron Holland II, Javonte Green, and Caris LeVert could see expanded roles. Holland finished with 11 points, six rebounds, one steal, and one block in 20 minutes in his last appearance, making him a possible deep-league streamer, while Green could enter the starting lineup if Harris is held out.

18 hours ago

Karl-Anthony Towns • PF • Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns Back Against Atlanta

New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns (elbow) is off the injury report and expected to return Monday against the Atlanta Hawks after missing one game. His return should move Mitchell Robinson back into a reserve role and reduce the minutes available for Mohamed Diawara and Ariel Hukporti. Towns has averaged 18.2 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in 28.8 minutes over his last five games and posted a 20-point, 11-rebound, 11-assist triple-double in his last outing. He remains a must-start fantasy option, while Robinson's short-term streaming value likely takes a hit with Towns reclaiming starting duties.

19 hours ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Available Monday Vs. Spurs

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (oblique) is off the injury report and expected to play Monday against the San Antonio Spurs after sitting out Saturday for maintenance on the second night of a back-to-back. His return should send Andre Drummond back to a reserve role and cut into Adem Bona's minutes. Embiid has averaged 27.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.8 blocks across 33.1 minutes over his last four games, reinforcing his must-start status. His presence should slightly trim the offensive workload of Tyrese Maxey and Paul George, though both remain strong fantasy options, while Drummond and Bona take the biggest hit in playing time.

19 hours ago

Brandon Williams • PG • Mavericks

Brandon Williams Good to Go Sunday

Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams (illness) is available Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers after initially being listed as probable. The 26-year-old has averaged 15.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.0 steals across 23.7 minutes over his last five games, giving him some deep-league appeal for scoring and assists. His return should limit Ryan Nembhard's opportunities off the bench, while Cooper Flagg should continue handling primary playmaking duties. Williams could remain a situational fantasy option in deeper formats if his recent usage and bench role remain steady.

19 hours ago

Marvin Bagley III • PF • Mavericks

Marvin Bagley III Available Sunday Against Lakers

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Marvin Bagley III (shoulder) is available Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers after missing three games. His return could cut into Dwight Powell's reserve minutes, with Bagley likely reclaiming a steady bench role. The former No. 2 pick has averaged 12.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.2 three-pointers across 19.9 minutes over his last five games, making him a possible deep-league scoring option. Daniel Gafford should continue leading the frontcourt, but Bagley's return gives Dallas another scoring option off the bench while Powell's fantasy value takes a hit.

19 hours ago

Moussa Diabaté • PF • Hornets

Moussa Diabate Back in Lineup Sunday

Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate (ankle) is available Sunday against Minnesota after missing one game. His return likely sends Ryan Kalkbrenner back to a reserve role and could push Xavier Tillman out of the rotation. Diabate has averaged 7.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals, and 0.7 blocks across 26.6 minutes over his last 10 games, giving him deep-league value for rebounds and defensive stats. He could provide late-season category help in those areas, while Kalkbrenner may see his minutes and fantasy value take a step back.

19 hours ago

Ryan Rollins • SG • Bucks

Ryan Rollins Available Against Grizzlies

Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (hip) will suit up on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Rollins has played in only one of the last four games, but he is available on Sunday after shaking off a questionable tag. With several big guns out of the lineup, Rollins has taken on a larger role late in the season, averaging 22.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.8 steals across his last five outings. Memphis sits 23rd in defensive efficiency, making Sunday's game a superb fantasy matchup for Rollins. Pete Nance will give up his starting spot to Rollins.

23 hours ago

Leonard Miller • PF • Bulls |

Matas Buzelis • SF • Bulls

Matas Buzelis Out Sunday, Leonard Miller Joins Starting Lineup

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (illness) won't play on Sunday against the Phoenix Suns. The 21-year-old has been ruled out due to illness. With Josh Giddey (hamstring) also sidelined, the Bulls will have two new starters on Sunday. Collin Sexton will join Tre Jones in the backcourt, while Leonard Miller will be Buzelis' replacement. Miller has been one of Chicago's best players in recent weeks, and a starting role will further elevate his fantasy value. In seven starts, Miller has posted averages of 11.7 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

23 hours ago

Nikola Vučević • C • Celtics

Nikola Vucevic Back in Action Sunday

Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic (finger) will end a month-long absence on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. The veteran big man has recovered from a fractured finger and is listed as available after initially having a questionable tag on the injury report. Vucevic has been Neemias Queta's backup in Boston, but he has still delivered decent production. In 12 appearances with the Celtics, Vucevic has averaged 10.4 points and 7.2 rebounds in 21.7 minutes per game. Queta and Vucevic face a tough matchup on Sunday, with Jakob Poeltl healthy and playing well for the Raptors in the middle.

23 hours ago

Josh Giddey • SG • Bulls

Josh Giddey Won't Play Against Suns

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (hamstring) will miss Sunday's contest against the Phoenix Suns. He has managed a hamstring injury for several weeks and will be absent for the second time in three games. Meanwhile, Collin Sexton (finger) has been cleared to play and will be one of the players benefiting from Giddey's absence. Tre Jones and Rob Dillingham are also expected to pick up extra work in the backcourt. Sexton, who led the team with 19 points in Friday's defeat to New York, figures to form the starting backcourt with Jones on Sunday.

23 hours ago

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