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Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Ruled Out for Friday Versus Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (personal) will be out of action for Friday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 35-year-old had an excused absence from Thursday's practice and will miss at least one game due to personal reasons. A foot injury recently kept Green out two straight games, and it is unknown if he is still dealing with lingering pain. With Al Horford also sidelined, Trayce Jackson-Davis (knee) and Quinten Post will receive a bump in minutes to help out a depleted Warriors' frontcourt on Friday.

3 days ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Off Injury Report for Friday's Matchup With Minnesota

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (quadriceps) has been cleared to suit up ahead of Friday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The former MVP went through a full practice on Wednesday and is set to return after missing five consecutive contests due to a left quadriceps contusion. Curry may face a minutes restriction in his first game back from injury, but he could still make a significant impact in fantasy Friday evening. Pat Spencer has had a solid run recently, but his fantasy value will drop with Curry back on the floor.

3 days ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry on Track to Return Friday

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (quadriceps) practiced fully on Wednesday and is expected to return to action on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Curry, who has missed five games with a left quadriceps contusion, is scheduled to practice again on Thursday. The former MVP might face a minutes restriction in his first game back from injury, but he can still be impactful. In his 17th NBA season, Curry has averaged 27.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.3 steals in 31.1 minutes. Pat Spencer has had a strong stretch recently, but his fantasy value will take a hit with Curry's return.

3 days ago

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Officially Active on Sunday Night

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) will return from a two-game absence for Sunday's game in Chicago. The Dubs are still without Stephen Curry (quadriceps) and Draymond Green (foot). While their absences mean that others will be more involved offensively, Butler could lead the way on the scoring end. With that said, he has an excellent chance of surpassing his usual fantasy expectations versus one of the worst defensive teams in the National Basketball Association.

6 days ago

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Remains on the Shelf Versus Chicago

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (foot) won't play on Sunday versus Chicago. He re-aggravated a right foot injury in Thursday's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers and didn't suit up for Saturday's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The NBA Cup will allow him to get some extra rest, so fantasy managers will need to wait and see if he'll be back on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fortunately, Jimmy Butler III (knee) is probable, which will certainly help lessen the blow caused by Green's absence. Buddy Hield, who had 13 points, seven boards, and one block on Saturday, will presumably remain in the starting lineup.

7 days ago

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Expected to Return on Sunday

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) is probable for Sunday's contest in Chicago. The veteran has missed the last two games. While it seemed he would return for Saturday's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, he was ultimately ruled out. With Draymond Green (foot) and Stephen Curry (quadriceps) sidelined, Butler could be in line for an above-average night against a Bulls team that has allowed 122.5 points per game this season, the fourth-worst mark in the National Basketball Association. If Butler is officially active, Jonathan Kuminga, who got the start on Saturday, will presumably head back to the bench, especially after going 1-for-10 from the field.

7 days ago

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Out Again on Saturday Night

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) won't play on Saturday against Cleveland, marking his second-straight absence. He was listed as questionable, meaning there's a chance he might be back on Sunday versus the Bulls, his former team. However, with Draymond Green (foot) and Stephen Curry (quadriceps) also sidelined, fantasy managers could see an uptick in scoring from Buddy Hield, Moses Moody, Brandin Podziemski, Jonathan Kuminga.

7 days ago

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Ruled Out Versus Cleveland

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (foot) won't play on Saturday against Cleveland. He logged only nine minutes before exiting Thursday's loss to the Philadelphia 76ers because of a right foot injury. Fantasy managers anticipated the 35-year-old would miss time. However, considering he was questionable, it appears the door is open for his return on Sunday in Chicago. With Jimmy Butler III (knee) and Stephen Curry (quadriceps) also out, fantasy managers could see more scoring primarily from Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, Buddy Hield, and Brandin Podziemski.

7 days ago

De'Anthony Melton • SG • Warriors

De'Anthony Melton Questionable With Knee Management

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game in Cleveland after logging 21 minutes in his season debut Thursday. Melton produced 14 points, three assists, two steals, and one block on 45.5 percent shooting, but the team is expected to manage his workload, especially on back-to-backs. That creates volatility for fantasy managers. It also opens small windows for Will Richard, who posted five points and two steals in 20 minutes, and for Gary Payton II, but both remain fringe streaming plays rather than priority adds.

Dec 6

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Questionable With Mid-Foot Sprain

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game in Cleveland after exiting Thursday's loss early and playing only nine minutes. Green had been productive before the setback, averaging 10.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 5.8 assists across his last five full outings, with at least six assists and nine rebounds in three of those games. If he cannot go, Quinten Post becomes the preferred streaming option after posting 10 points, three rebounds, and four assists in 25 minutes, while Trayce Jackson-Davis remains a deeper-league contingency play.

Dec 6

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Day-To-Day As Warriors Prepare For Cleveland

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) is questionable for Saturday's matchup in Cleveland after missing Thursday with left knee soreness. Butler delivered at least 20 points in four of his past five full outings, highlighted by a 24-point, eight-rebound, 10-assist performance in his most recent complete game, though he did log just six points in 15 minutes before exiting early against Oklahoma City. If he sits, Moses Moody becomes the cleanest streaming option after scoring 14 points with one steal in 23 minutes, while Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield gain short-term value.

Dec 6

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Won't Return on Thursday Night

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (foot) won't return to Thursday's meeting with the 76ers. On a night when the Dubs were without Stephen Curry (quadriceps) and Jimmy Butler III (knee), the team would lose Green before the end of the first half. The 35-year-old finished this one with three points, three rebounds, and one block. It's logical to assume he'll undergo further testing to determine the extent of the injury. For now, fantasy managers should be prepared to see Green's name on the injury report heading into Saturday's game in Cleveland. If he can't suit up, head coach Steve Kerr has plenty of options regarding the rotation, although Jonathan Kuminga, Buddy Hield, and Pat Spencer could see the biggest bump in minutes.

Dec 5

Quinten Post • C • Warriors

Quinten Post Set to Suit Up Versus Philadelphia

Golden State Warriors center Quinten Post (ankle) will be active against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday. He has shaken off a questionable tag on the initial injury report for a left ankle sprain. Post will go up against a Sixers frontcourt that will have Joel Embiid (knee) back in action, which puts him in an unfavorable position to perform well fantasy-wise. The 22-year-old big man is averaging 6.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists across 16.1 minutes per game during 22 outings this campaign.

Dec 5

Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford Available on Thursday

Sam Gordon of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that Golden State Warriors forward/center Al Horford (back) will play Thursday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Horford has been out of action for four consecutive contests due to sciatica. Through 10 outings this season, the 38-year-old veteran center is averaging 21.8 minutes per game. However, he may be assigned a heavier workload than expected upon his return, with veterans Stephen Curry (quad) and Jimmy Butler III (knee) sidelined.

Dec 4

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga Cleared for Action on Thursday Night

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) will play on Thursday in Philadelphia. The 23-year-old has played sparingly since returning from a seven-game stint on the shelf. However, with Stephen Curry (quadriceps) and Jimmy Butler III (knee) both sidelined, Kuminga could be a top offensive contributor for the Dubs on Thursday night, especially if he ends up getting the start.

Dec 4

De'Anthony Melton • SG • Warriors

De'Anthony Melton to be Capped at 20 Minutes on Thursday

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) is available for Thursday's meeting with the 76ers. He hasn't played in nearly a year after suffering a partially torn ACL during a game versus the Dallas Mavericks last December, resulting in surgery. Melton will likely have some rust to shake off in his first game back from a lengthy layoff, so it's unknown how impactful he will be offensively. However, the 27-year-old could at least make life a little more difficult on the defensive end for Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and others. With head coach Steve Kerr indicating Melton will be capped at 20 minutes of action, he should be considered a desperation streaming option (at best) for deep-league fantasy participants.

Dec 4

Trayce Jackson-Davis • PF • Warriors

Trayce Jackson-Davis Set to Suit Up Thursday

Golden State Warriors center Trayce Jackson-Davis (knee) has been upgraded to available for Thursday's tilt with the Philadelphia 76ers. Jackson-Davis was out of action for two games due to soreness in his right knee. With Al Horford (back) and Quinten Post (ankle) listed as questionable for this evening, it remains to be seen if the 25-year-old big man will have an expanded role in his return.

Dec 4

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Sidelined Thursday

According to Anthony Slater of ESPN.com, Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) is unavailable versus the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday. Butler played only 15 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Oklahoma City, exiting the contest due to a sore left knee. Gary Payton II started the second half in Butler's spot, posting 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Buddy Hield was assigned extra time on the floor as well while Butler was out of action, logging 28 minutes. Hield also collected 12 points, four rebounds, and two steals in the 124-112 Warriors loss. Both players provide fantasy value with Butler sidelined this evening.

Dec 4

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga Iffy for Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) is on the injury report with a questionable tag ahead of an encounter with the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday. Since returning from a knee issue, Kuminga has played in two games. Now, he may have to miss time due to a sore right ankle. Golden State is battling the injury bug right now, and many players would have added fantasy value if the team goes into Thursday night's game with a depleted lineup. Stephen Curry (quadriceps) remains unavailable, while Jimmy Butler III (knee), Al Horford (sciatica), Quinten Post (ankle), and Trayce Jackson-Davis (knee) are all listed as questionable, alongside Kuminga.

Dec 4

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Listed as Questionable for Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran star played only 15 minutes in Tuesday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, exiting the action with a sore left knee. Gary Payton II started the second half in Butler's place, notching 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Buddy Hield also had a larger workload without Butler, logging 28 minutes off the bench. He finished with 12 points, four rebounds, and two steals. Both players would have more fantasy value if Butler sits out Thursday's action.

Dec 4

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