Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is available on Wednesday, according to Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer. Nurkic missed Monday's game against the Orlando Magic with a sprained ankle, though that absence may have also been influenced with the game being the second leg of a back-to-back. The 30-year-old has averaged just 8.5 points but has grabbed 9.8 rebounds per game. Fantasy managers and DFS gamers should find a way to get him in their lineups, especially if you are looking for rebounding production in your lineups.
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the New York Knicks. The veteran has been burdened by an ankle injury. While he's mostly played through it, it finally kept him off the floor for Monday's loss to the Orlando Magic. Mason Plumlee got the start in that one, ending the night with 11 boards, eight points, and six assists. With that said, Plumlee will retain streaming value if Nurkic can't get back on the floor for Wednesday's contest.
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is still ailing from a sprained ankle and will have to miss Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran big man has carried an injury status with his ankle for the past handful of games and has only been forced to miss one other contest. His ankle sprain seems to be more of a day-to-day issue, so fantasy managers will want to stay tuned for updates ahead of their next game on Wednesday. Mason Plumlee should see extra minutes in the meantime while Royce O'Neale will probably get some time in small-ball lineups.
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is listed as probable heading into Sunday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 30-year-old missed Tuesday's meeting with the Utah Jazz because of a sprained ankle. Although he had carried injury designations before the Suns' previous two games against the Sacramento Kings and Oklahoma City Thunder, he's been out there. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, Nurkic struggled versus OKC, scoring four points and shooting a rough 0-for-7 from the field. With that said, Nurkic is still worth a start in all fantasy setups. On the other hand, DFS managers may want to look in a different direction, at least until he shows he's not dealing with any residual effects from the injury.
According to Thunder reporter Nick Gallo, Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is available for Friday's contest with Oklahoma City. Nurkic will be in the Suns lineup for the second consecutive game after missing one due to an ankle issue. In Wednesday's loss to Sacramento, the big man collected three points, one assist, 11 rebounds and three steals in 22 minutes. With Kevin Durant (calf) still sidelined, Nurkic is a must-start in fantasy as there will be plenty of scoring opportunities up for grabs.
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is off the injury report heading into Wednesday's matchup with the Sacramento Kings. The 30-year-old injured his ankle when these clubs met on Sunday, keeping him off the floor for Tuesday's win over the Utah Jazz. Mason Plumlee got the start in that one, finishing with eight points and seven assists. But now that Nurkic is back on the floor, Plumlee's fantasy ceiling will come crashing down. As far as Nurkic is concerned, he's a must-start, especially with Kevin Durant (calf) on the shelf, meaning more scoring opportunities will be up for grabs.
Jusuf Nurkic Out On Tuesday Night With Left-Ankle Soreness
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday night's game against the Utah Jazz. Nurkic injured his left ankle during Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Mason Plumlee will start in Nurkic's place. Plumlee will make a viable fantasy option for those in need at the center position, especially from a rebounds perspective. Plumlee grabbed 11 boards while Nurkic missed the second half of Phoenix's game against the Kings. Points may be more sporadic, but both fantasy managers and DFS players should take a look at adding Plumlee into their lineups.
Jusuf Nurkic Questionable For Tuesday's Matchup Against Jazz
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday night's game against the Utah Jazz. Nurkic is dealing with left ankle soreness. The 30-year-old injured his ankle in Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings and was ruled out after the first half. Nurkic is averaging 9.9 PPG and 10.2 RPG. If he is unable to suit up his presence on the boards will certainly be felt by a Phoenix team who's already missing Kevin Durant. Mason Plumlee will be in line to get the start if Nurkic's ankle does not cooperate. Plumlee would make a very solid fill-in option for fantasy managers and could be a sneaky DFS play as well.
According to Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer, center Jusuf Nurkic hasn't "done basketball work." He also said Nurkic "hasn't had any contact." The 30-year-old injured his left middle finger while scrimmaging, keeping him off the court during the preseason. While Nurkic averaged 10.9 points last season, nearly three points less than in his final year in Portland, he was still a double-double producer. That's not expected to change, although the injury could compromise his availability for the start of the 2024-25 campaign. If Nurkic misses time, Mason Plumlee or Bol Bol may spend more time in the middle. There's also a chance the Suns go small, with Royce O'Neale sliding over to the five.
Jusuf Nurkic Suffers Finger Injury, Won't Play Sunday
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (finger) won't play in Sunday's exhibition against the Lakers. According to head coach Mike Budenholzer, the big man injured his left middle finger during scrimmage. It's unknown how severe the injury is. However, Nurkic will be re-evaluated in a week, meaning he could miss the entire preseason. The 30-year-old played well enough in 2023-24 to justify his presence in fantasy lineups, averaging a double-double (10.9 points, 11.0 rebounds) with 1.1 blocks and 1.1 steals. Without him, Mason Plumlee would be in line to start, although Bol Bol and Royce O'Neale can play bigger if necessary.
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