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Grant Williams • PF • Hornets

Grant Williams Set to Make Season Debut

Charlotte Hornets forward/center Grant Williams (hamstring) is set to make his regular-season debut Thursday against the Phoenix Suns. Williams has been sidelined with a right hamstring injury sustained during offseason on-court activity. He averaged 7.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 19.8 minutes across 36 games last season while shooting 38.8 percent from three-point range. Williams offers limited fantasy value and is best left on the waiver wire in most leagues as he works his way back into the rotation.

6 hours ago

Moussa Diabaté • PF • Hornets

Moussa Diabate Set to Suit Up Thursday

Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate (quadriceps) is available for Thursday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns after missing the last two games with right quadriceps tendinopathy. The 24-year-old is averaging 8.9 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.6 steals in 28.8 minutes through nine outings. Ryan Kalkbrenner took on a larger role during Diabate's absence but will likely see fewer minutes with him back, reducing his streaming appeal.

6 hours ago

LeBron James • SF • 76ers

LeBron James Sidelined on Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (back) is unavailable for Thursday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors due to low back/sciatica management. James will rest after appearing in 10 of the team's first 12 games, averaging 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and 1.3 steals in 32.6 minutes per contest. With James sidelined and Joel Embiid (foot) questionable, Dean Wade and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope could see extra minutes, giving both some appeal in deeper fantasy leagues.

6 hours ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Diagnosed With Oblique Abdominal Tear

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (abdomen) has been diagnosed with an oblique abdominal tear and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Curry grabbed at his right side after landing on a first-quarter three-pointer and headed to the locker room just six minutes into Wednesday's game against Houston. The 38-year-old is averaging 30.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in his 18th season. With Curry sidelined, Brandin Podziemski and De'Anthony Melton will likely see additional minutes and scoring opportunities, boosting their fantasy appeal.

7 hours ago

Brandon Miller • SF • Hornets

Brandon Miller Sidelined Again Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (hip) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns due to a right hip strain. Miller left Friday's loss to Boston in the second quarter and will now miss his second straight game. The 24-year-old is averaging 23.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals through 10 appearances, though he's shooting just 35.6% from the field. With Kon Knueppel (hamstring) also sidelined, Sion James should remain in the starting lineup, while Grayson Allen and Naz Reid figure to keep carrying a larger share of the offense.

14 hours ago

Morez Johnson Jr. • PF • Mavericks

Morez Johnson Jr. Probable Against Minnesota

Dallas Mavericks forward Morez Johnson Jr. (shin) is probable for Thursday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves after missing Monday's win over Indiana with a left shin/tibia contusion. The No. 9 overall pick has averaged 7.6 points and 5.1 rebounds in 17.0 minutes across 10 appearances, all off the bench. Johnson has already flashed some upside on the glass, pulling down a career-high 17 rebounds against Utah last Friday. With Dereck Lively II (foot) still sidelined, the rookie should remain part of Dallas' frontcourt rotation behind Daniel Gafford if he's cleared to return.

15 hours ago

Moussa Diabaté • PF • Hornets

Moussa Diabate Probable for Thursday Against Phoenix

Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate (quadriceps) is probable for Thursday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns after missing the last two games with right quadriceps tendinopathy. The 24-year-old is averaging 8.9 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.6 steals in 28.8 minutes through nine appearances. Ryan Kalkbrenner handled a larger role while Diabate was sidelined and could continue to push for playing time even after his return. Diabate remains the stronger rebounding option, but the emerging timeshare could make his minutes less predictable than they were earlier in the season.

15 hours ago

Joel Embiid • C • 76ers

Joel Embiid Iffy for Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Toronto Raptors as he continues to manage a right plantar fascia issue. Embiid has played five straight games, but his shot has been off during that stretch, averaging 16.2 points and 9.2 rebounds while going 22-for-66 from the field. He's still getting to the line, converting 36 of 39 free-throw attempts over those five contests. With Adem Bona (neck) and Ariel Hukporti (Achilles) sidelined, Dean Wade could see more time at center if Embiid sits. LeBron James (back) is also questionable, leaving Philadelphia potentially thin up front.

15 hours ago

LeBron James • SF • 76ers

LeBron James Listed as Questionable for Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (back) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Toronto Raptors due to low back/sciatica management. According to Kyle Neubeck of AllPHLY, Philadelphia is considering giving the 41-year-old the night off. James has appeared in 10 of the team's first 12 games, averaging 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and 1.3 steals in 32.6 minutes. His 23.7% shooting from three has limited his scoring efficiency, but the all-around production remains useful. Dean Wade and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope could see larger roles if James sits, especially with Joel Embiid (foot) also questionable.

15 hours ago

Collin Sexton • PG • Lakers

Collin Sexton Exits with Facial Laceration

Los Angeles Lakers guard Collin Sexton (face) left Wednesday's 123-112 win over the Milwaukee Bucks late in the fourth quarter after colliding heads with Ryan Rollins. Sexton finished with 10 points, three assists, one rebound, and one steal in 13 minutes while shooting 4-for-8 from the field. The Lakers have three days off before Sunday's matchup with Phoenix, giving the 27-year-old some time to recover. His role could grow if Austin Reaves (heel) isn't cleared, especially with Reaves set for further imaging after leaving Wednesday's game early.

15 hours ago

Gabe Vincent • PG

Gabe Vincent Holds Talks with the Kings

The Sacramento Kings have held talks this week with free-agent guard Gabe Vincent, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Sacramento also agreed to sign veteran center Mason Plumlee, bringing the roster to 14 standard contracts. Vincent split last season between the Lakers and Hawks, averaging 4.4 points and 1.4 assists in 16.6 minutes across 53 appearances. Even if the 30-year-old lands a deal, minutes could be hard to find behind Darius Acuff Jr., Zach LaVine, and Malik Monk. Vincent would mainly provide veteran backcourt depth and wouldn't carry much fantasy appeal without injuries ahead of him.

23 hours ago

Luka Dončić • PG • Lakers

Luka Doncic Exits with Ankle Injury

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (ankle) left Wednesday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks late in the fourth quarter after landing on Kyle Kuzma's foot. Doncic stayed in to complete the and-one free throw before heading to the locker room, and the Lakers have yet to announce a diagnosis. The NBA's leading scorer had already put together another strong outing before exiting. With Austin Reaves (heel) also leaving Wednesday and Quentin Grimes (finger) sidelined, Collin Sexton and Cameron Carr could be asked to handle larger backcourt roles if Doncic misses Sunday's game against Phoenix.

23 hours ago

Mason Plumlee • C • Kings

Mason Plumlee Signs with the Kings

The Sacramento Kings are signing veteran center Mason Plumlee, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 36-year-old enters his 14th NBA season after averaging 1.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 8.6 minutes across 20 games with Charlotte and San Antonio last year. Sacramento needs frontcourt depth with Maxime Raynaud (knee) out and Precious Achiuwa (lower leg) dealing with a contusion. Plumlee averaged 4.5 points and 6.1 rebounds in 17.6 minutes for Phoenix in 2024-25, which is a better picture of his ceiling if he earns a regular run. His arrival could eventually squeeze Dylan Cardwell's minutes after the rookie grabbed 11 rebounds in 29 minutes Tuesday.

Yesterday

Tyrese Haliburton • PG • Pacers

Tyrese Haliburton Sidelined for at Least 10 More Days

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is making progress, but a return is still at least 10 days away. Head coach Rick Carlisle said Wednesday that Haliburton's left hamstring is improving and told reporters to check back on his status in 10 days. The 26-year-old averaged 21.8 points, 9.5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds through four games before suffering the strain Oct. 26 against Milwaukee. Andrew Nembhard should remain Indiana's primary playmaker in the meantime, while Quenton Jackson can continue to pick up extra backcourt minutes. T.J. McConnell also gives the Pacers another ball-handler now that he's back from his own hamstring injury.

Yesterday

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Won't Return Wednesday with Abdominal Soreness

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (abdomen) was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's matchup with the Houston Rockets due to right abdominal soreness. Curry grabbed at his right side after landing on a first-quarter three-pointer and headed to the locker room just six minutes into the game. The 38-year-old entered Wednesday averaging 30.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in his 18th season. If Curry is forced to miss additional time, Brandin Podziemski should take on more creation duties, while De'Anthony Melton could move into a larger backcourt role. Curry's next chance to return comes Friday at San Antonio.

Yesterday

Austin Reaves • SG • Lakers

Austin Reaves Won't Return Wednesday with Heel Injury

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Austin Reaves (heel) was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks due to a left heel injury. Reaves limped to the locker room after attacking the basket and did not return. The 28-year-old had just come back from a one-game absence caused by an illness after dropping a season-high 43 points against Detroit on Sunday. Any extended absence would leave more backcourt work for Collin Sexton, while Luka Doncic would take on an even larger share of the Lakers' playmaking. Reaves' status will be worth tracking before Los Angeles' next game.

Yesterday

Caleb Wilson • PF • Bulls

Caleb Wilson Exits with Right-Hand Injury

Chicago Bulls forward Caleb Wilson (hand) was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's matchup with the San Antonio Spurs after injuring his right hand. Wilson went to the locker room in the third quarter and did not return, adding another concern after he broke his right thumb at North Carolina last season. The No. 4 overall pick entered Wednesday averaging 19.3 points and 6.3 rebounds through nine games. Any extended absence would be a major blow to Chicago's frontcourt, with Patrick Williams and Noa Essengue among the players who could see more minutes.

Yesterday

Aaron Nesmith • PF • Pacers

Aaron Nesmith Exits with Right-Knee Soreness

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Aaron Nesmith (knee) was ruled out of Wednesday's matchup with the Washington Wizards due to right knee soreness. Nesmith exited after scoring two points on 1-for-6 shooting in 22 minutes. The 27-year-old entered the night averaging 12.8 points and 2.3 rebounds in 25.6 minutes while shooting 32.1% from three. The issue is worth monitoring after a left MCL sprain cost him 19 games last season, though Wednesday's soreness is in the opposite knee. If Nesmith can't play Friday against New York, Jarace Walker could be in line for a larger role on the wing.

Yesterday

Jamal Cain • SF • Magic

Jamal Cain Won't Play Wednesday Against Utah

Orlando Magic guard/forward Jamal Cain (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Utah Jazz due to a left shoulder contusion. Cain started Tuesday against Sacramento and finished with five points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 20 minutes. The 27-year-old is averaging 7.0 points and 3.1 rebounds in 19.6 minutes through 10 games. With Tristan da Silva (calf) also sidelined, two-way forward Alex Morales will make his first career NBA start and should have a chance to build on the 29 minutes he logged Tuesday.

Yesterday

Tristan da Silva • PF • Magic

Tristan da Silva Sidelined Again Wednesday

Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with the Utah Jazz due to a left calf strain, marking his second straight absence. The 25-year-old is averaging 15.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.6 threes in 30.6 minutes while shooting 40.0% from deep this season. With Paolo Banchero (ankle) also sidelined, Franz Wagner should continue to carry a heavy offensive workload. Alex Morales could also stay involved after giving Orlando 29 productive minutes off the bench Tuesday against Sacramento.

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