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Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Expected to Return Wednesday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's clash against the Utah Jazz. The veteran, who is dealing with a minor back issue, sat out Monday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves as Golden State wrapped up a back-to-back set. Al Horford (toe) is also on track to return, meaning Gui Santos and Quinten Post will likely head to the bench. The Warriors have an excellent fantasy matchup on Tuesday, facing an opponent that pushes the pace but struggles defensively. Green has posted 8.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game in January.

Yesterday

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Listed as Probable for Wednesday

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (knee) is considered probable for Wednesday's encounter with the Utah Jazz. The veteran star is dealing with a knee issue and skipped the second leg of a back-to-back on Monday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. After receiving a probable tag on the injury report, it's safe to assume Curry will be back in action on Wednesday night. His return will send Pat Spencer back to the bench, and he could completely fall out of the rotation, as Spencer had seen very little action in previous games prior to Monday. Curry's offensive production has dipped to 24.5 points per game in January, and Golden State needs more from him with Jimmy Butler III (knee) done for the season.

Yesterday

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Considered Questionable for Monday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is listed as questionable against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. Green may be held out to rest during the back end of this back-to-back after logging 23 minutes and collecting just two points on Sunday against Minnesota. If the 35-year-old veteran is unable suit up, the team could have to deal with a depleted frontcourt as Al Horford (rest) is already sidelined. If that's the case, Quinten Post and Gui Santos will likely be relied upon to pick up the slack during this evening's clash.

2 days ago

Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford Ruled Out for Monday's Matchup with Minnesota

Golden State Warriors center Al Horford (rest) won't suit up against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The 39-year-old big man doesn't play in back-to-back games and he will have the night off to rest after posting 10 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 23 minutes during a 111-85 win over Minnesota on Sunday. With Horford sidelined and Draymond Green (back) considered questionable, Buddy Hield and Quinten Post may take on extra minutes to help out a potentially light Warriors frontcourt.

2 days ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Stephen Curry Questionable on Monday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) is considered questionable for Monday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Curry may sit out the second leg of a back-to-back this evening after he finished with 26 points, seven assists, two rebounds and four steals across 28 minutes during Sunday's 111-85 win over the Timberwolves. If the 37-year-old star guard sits out for maintenance due to lingering knee soreness, Brandin Podziemski could be a short-term option for fantasy managers for tonight's tilt.

2 days ago

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga is Dealing with Bone Bruise

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (knee) has been diagnosed with a bone bruise in his left knee. Kuminga was forced to make an early exit during Thursday's game. An MRI revealed a bone bruise, so Kuminga is expected to miss more time. His timetable is unknown at the moment, but the Warriors should offer more details in the coming days. The Warriors are likely going to use a committee approach to fill the void in the rotation. Gui Santos, Buddy Hield, and Gary Payton II should all see increased playing time going forward. Hield offers the highest streaming upside at the moment, so fantasy managers should check their waivers to see if he's available.

3 days ago

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De'Anthony Melton • SG • Warriors

Stephen Curry, De'Anthony Melton Could Sit Sunday vs. Minnesota

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) and guard De'Anthony Melton (rest) are both questionable for Sunday's rescheduled matchup in Minnesota, with the Warriors now staring at a Sunday-Monday back-to-back. Curry logged 38 points in his last outing, but could get a maintenance day with knee soreness lingering, while Melton may also be managed after heavy recent usage. Any absence would open extra ball-handling and wing minutes for Brandin Podziemski, Pat Spencer, Gary Payton II, and Will Richard, with Podziemski offering the safest short-term fantasy floor if rotations thin.

3 days ago

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga Will Not Play Saturday vs. Timberwolves

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (knee) will sit Saturday against Minnesota after exiting Wednesday's loss early with left knee soreness. The absence halts recent momentum created by Jimmy Butler's (knee) continued unavailability and shifts short-term fantasy value to the wings. De'Anthony Melton is the top beneficiary after posting 22 points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block in 23 minutes against Dallas. Brandin Podziemski started and delivered nine points and ten rebounds in 33 minutes, while Moses Moody added 12 points and three rebounds in 23 minutes. Kuminga should be held, but managers should monitor lingering risk.

4 days ago

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga Leaves Thursday's Game With Knee Issue

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (knee) was ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against Dallas after exiting early with left knee soreness and is scheduled for an MRI on Friday. Kuminga logged 10 points on 3-3 shooting, one rebound, two assists, and two steals in nine minutes before being shut down as a precaution. Recently back in the rotation following Jimmy Butler III's (knee) season-ending injury, Kuminga remains a hold if cleared quickly. Any absence would boost minutes for De'Anthony Melton, Moses Moody, and Brandin Podziemski, while Draymond Green's usage could tick up in smaller lineups.

5 days ago

Gary Payton II • PG • Warriors

Gary Payton II Will Suit Up Thursday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (foot) will be in action on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. It was initially unclear whether Payton II would play, as the team listed him as questionable on the injury report. Payton II mainly contributes on the defensive end for the Warriors and doesn't have significant fantasy value. Across 10 January appearances, Payton II has averaged 7.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 15.4 minutes.

6 days ago

De'Anthony Melton • SG • Warriors

De'Anthony Melton In for Back End of Back-To-Back

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) will play Tuesday against Toronto after sitting out the front end of the team's back-to-back set on Monday against Miami. The 27-year-old fantasy value will be trending upward as he is expected to have an expanded role for the foreseeable future with Jimmy Butler (knee) done for the season. Through eight games in January, Melton is averaging 15.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 steals in 22.4 minutes per outing.

Jan 20

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Considered Questionable for Tuesday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) is listed as questionable against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Green is dealing with a right ankle sprain and missed Monday's matchup with the Heat. However, head coach Steve Kerr said that Green was likely to play on Tuesday. The Warriors frontcourt will already be shorthanded going into the contest with Al Horford (toe) out of action. Fantasy managers should expect Green to be good to go if able to get through warmups without any setbacks. Quinten Post and Trayce Jackson-Davis are candidates to see extended playing time with Horford out, and if Green is unable to play through the ankle pain.

Jan 20

Al Horford • C • Warriors

Al Horford Sidelined Versus Raptors

Golden State Warriors center Al Horford (toe) is back on the injury report and won't play on Tuesday night against the Toronto Raptors. The 39-year-old has seen action in the last eight games, but he will be held out of the team's second set of a back-to-back due to management of a toe injury. With Horford sidelined and Draymond Green (ankle) listed as questionable, the Warriors could have a depleted frontcourt, so Quentin Post and Trayce Jackson-Davis will have to fill in the gaps during this evening's tilt.

Jan 20

Jimmy Butler III • SF • Warriors

Jimmy Butler III Out for Season With ACL Tear

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Jimmy Butler III (knee) tore his right ACL in Monday's win over the Miami Heat and is out for the rest of the season, Anthony Slater of ESPN.com reports. This is very unfortunate news for the veteran, who entered Monday averaging 21.3 points on 53 percent shooting this month. He has notched 20.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.4 steals across the season. Butler III will be on a huge $56.8 million contract next season, but he could miss a large chunk of the campaign. The Warriors will look for more production from Buddy Hield and Gary Payton II going forward.

Jan 20

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Ruled Out for Monday's Game

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) has been downgraded to out ahead of Monday's game against the Miami Heat. Green was originally probable, but got downgraded to questionable later in the day. Now, Green will officially sit this game out due to a right ankle sprain. The Warriors will likely use a committee approach to fill the void in the rotation. Quinten Post, Trayce Jackson-Davis, and Al Horford are all candidates to see extended playing time. Among the trio, Horford has been the most consistent contributor among the big men. Horford is worth a look as a streaming option for Monday's slate with Green on the bench.

Jan 19

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Downgraded to Questionable on Monday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Monday's matchup with the Miami Heat. The 35-year-old veteran has played in eight of nine Warriors games in January, but with his status downgraded to questionable, he is in danger of missing tonight's tilt. If Green is unable to suit up, Golden State's frontcourt will have to rely on Quinten Post, Al Horford, and Trayce Jackson-Davis to take on extra minutes.

Jan 19

De'Anthony Melton • SG • Warriors

De'Anthony Melton Out for Front End of Back-to-Back

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (knee) will sit out the front end of the team's back-to-back set, with his next opportunity to play coming Tuesday against Toronto. His absence nudges minutes and usage across a crowded wing rotation. Brandin Podziemski stands to benefit most after producing 16 points, six rebounds, and seven assists in 30 minutes on Friday, while Buddy Hield, Gary Payton II, and Will Richard should also see added run. The rotation remains fluid, keeping all three as situational fantasy options.

Jan 19

Gui Santos • SF • Warriors

Gui Santos Sidelined vs. Hornets with Sprained Ankle

Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos (ankle) will not play Saturday against Charlotte after spraining his left ankle in the first quarter of Thursday's win over New York. His absence trims wing depth and opens short-term minutes. Moses Moody is positioned for a steadier role after scoring 21 points with seven three-pointers in 28 minutes last game, giving him streamer appeal tied to volume. Brandin Podziemski continues to benefit as a secondary creator after posting 19 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 26 minutes. De'Anthony Melton and Al Horford should also see modest bumps in playing time.

Jan 17

Gui Santos • SF • Warriors

Gui Santos Exits Early with Ankle Injury

Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos (ankle) was ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Knicks after suffering a left ankle sprain in the first quarter. Santos finished with three points, one rebound, and one block in five minutes before being shut down. The injury carries little standalone fantasy impact, but it does create minor ripple effects in the rotation. Al Horford and Trayce Jackson-Davis are candidates for added frontcourt minutes. Brandin Podziemski could also see a slight uptick in run and secondary usage, keeping him relevant in deeper formats.

Jan 16

Jonathan Kuminga • PF • Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga Demanding Trade from Warriors

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga demanded a trade from the Warriors on the first day he became eligible to be moved. The fifth-year forward signed a two-year, $46.8 million contract as a restricted free agent this past offseason with a team option on the second season. The season has not gone well, though, and Kuminga has totally fallen out of the rotation for the last 13 games. He flashed lots of upside when playing with the starting unit early in the season and when called upon for expanded usage last season. Especially because of his flexible contract structure, he should draw plenty of interest, and the Kings and Mavericks are among the teams already rumored to be interested in him. Kuminga will be a key piece to watch ahead of the Feb. 5 NBA Trade Deadline, and his change of scenery could make him a valuable fantasy piece depending on where he lands.

Jan 15

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