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Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins Moves to Starting Lineup Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Aaron Wiggins will join the starting lineup on Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, replacing Cason Wallace (hip). Across 11 previous starts this season, Wiggins has contributed 13.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He has a favorable fantasy matchup on Tuesday, as the Pelicans own the fourth-worst defensive rating in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort, Jaylin Williams, and Chet Holmgren will also start for the Thunder.

19 hours ago

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Out Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (hip) will miss Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The team has downgraded him from questionable to out, depriving the Thunder of another regular rotation player. Wallace has started six of eight games since his most recent absence on Jan. 9. With Wallace out, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe could see extended minutes in Tuesday's favorable fantasy matchup against a team that allows the third-most points in the Association.

19 hours ago

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Sidelined Midgame by Groin Issue

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace (groin) was ruled out for the second half Sunday after developing left groin soreness, finishing with three points, one rebound, and one assist in 16 minutes. His status is worth monitoring ahead of Tuesday's matchup with New Orleans. If Wallace misses additional time, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe are lined up for expanded wing minutes. Wiggins logged 30 minutes and delivered 11 points with four assists, while Joe provides low-end three-point streaming appeal in deeper fantasy formats.

2 days ago

Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins to Suit up on Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (groin) is available to play ahead of Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Wiggins is back in the mix after missing each of the last two games due to a lingering groin issue. He figures to have a full workload, given Wiggins only missed two games. This month, Wiggins is averaging 10.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 25.1 minutes per game. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe would likely see reduced roles with Wiggins back in the mix. Given the injuries to this roster, Wiggins does have decent streaming appeal with the Thunder banged up.

2 days ago

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder |

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell, Alex Caruso Ruled Out Sunday vs. Raptors

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) will miss Sunday's game against Toronto, while guard/forward Alex Caruso (adductor) also remains sidelined. Mitchell's second straight absence and Caruso's continued inactivity thin Oklahoma City's perimeter rotation and push minutes to secondary options. Cason Wallace has offered the safest fantasy floor, posting 10 points, five rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes in his last start. Luguentz Dort continues to log heavy minutes but brings volatile scoring, while Isaiah Joe profiles as a streaky deep-league streamer tied to shooting efficiency.

3 days ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Out Again Sunday vs. Raptors

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will remain sidelined Sunday against Toronto, extending his absence to 15 straight games with no firm return date. His continued absence keeps the Thunder thin up front and creates situational fantasy openings. Kenrich Williams has flashed usefulness when his minutes climb, posting 12 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 28 minutes last time out, but his production has come in a limited sample and remains volatile. Jaylin Williams continues to fill a rotation role, offering rebounds, passing, and the occasional block with modest scoring. Both remain fringe fantasy options, offering value only in favorable matchups or expanded roles.

3 days ago

Jaylin Williams • PF • Thunder | Jaylin Williams • PF

Jaylin Williams is Returning on Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Jaylin Williams (back) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He made it through shootaround without any issues and will return after sitting out Wednesday's contest. The Thunder are banged up right now, so having Williams back in the rotation is a nice feeling. The expectation is that he's going to have an increased role with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) ruled out for this game. The last time Williams played at least 20 minutes, he finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds. His playing time has been inconsistent lately, but he should be a viable option with Hartenstein sidelined.

4 days ago

Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins is Ruled Out for Friday's Game

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. This marks the second straight game that Wiggins has been held out due to right groin soreness. The absence of Wiggins should mean increased playing time for Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe. The extended playing time should make Wallace more appealing heading into Friday's slate. He finished with nine points, two assists, and four steals across 31 minutes of action on Wednesday. The expectation is that he'll play a similar role once again with Wiggins sidelined.

4 days ago

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso to Miss Another Game Friday vs. Indiana

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (adductor) will sit out Friday against Indiana, extending his absence as the Thunder continue to manage his workload. With Caruso and Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) sidelined and Aaron Wiggins (groin) carrying a questionable tag, Oklahoma City's wing rotation thins again. That creates a short-term opportunity for Isaiah Joe, who logged five points in 25 minutes last game and offers situational three-point streaming value in deeper leagues. Caruso remains a defensive-category specialist when active, but his limited scoring profile keeps his fantasy ceiling capped.

5 days ago

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Won't Play Friday Against Indiana

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (abdomen) will miss Friday's game against Indiana after exiting early Wednesday, sidelined by an abdominal strain. His absence opens short-term backcourt minutes, pushing Cason Wallace, Luguentz Dort, and Isaiah Joe into larger roles. Wallace logged nine points, two rebounds, two assists, and four steals in 31 minutes last game, making him a viable deep-league streamer for defensive stats. Dort adds scoring stability after scoring 13 points with three three-pointers, while Joe remains a low-usage specialist. Mitchell remains a hold in deeper formats, with a return possible Sunday.

5 days ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Still Sidelined Friday Against Indiana

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will not play Friday against Indiana and remains sidelined by a lingering soleus strain that has kept him out since late December. With no clear timetable, fantasy managers should treat Hartenstein as a stash only in deeper formats. His continued absence opens frontcourt minutes for Kenrich Williams, who logged 18 points and eight rebounds in 28 minutes last game, while Branden Carlson added nine points and six rebounds in 16 minutes. Jaylin Williams' (glut) questionable status further boosts Kenrich's streaming appeal in deeper leagues, with fringe standard-league value if minutes hold.

5 days ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Unavailable Against Bucks

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will miss his 13th consecutive game on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He has yet to play in 2026 due to a right soleus strain. Oklahoma City's frontcourt may also be without Jaylin Williams (glute), who is considered questionable for Wednesday night. Kenrich Williams and Branden Carlson are looking at an opportunity to make larger contributions off the bench, but they aren't good fantasy options. Hartenstein's next chance to return will be on Friday against the Indiana Pacers. Given the lack of updates from the team, it wouldn't be surprising if Hartenstein remains out for the week.

7 days ago

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams to Be Re-Evaluated in Two Weeks

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) will be re-evaluated in two weeks. He exited the lineup for Monday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers and will be sidelined for at least six more games. Health issues have bothered Williams all season, limiting him to 24 appearances. He has averaged 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.3 steals in 29.6 minutes. With him out, Jaylin Williams received the starting nod on Monday but played only eight minutes. Meanwhile, Kenrich Williams' workload increased to 21 minutes. In Monday's game, the defending champions also lost Alex Caruso (back), so more tweaks could be coming in the rotation.

Jan 20

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Ruled Out Monday with Hamstring Strain

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Cleveland after exiting Saturday early, with additional testing confirming a right hamstring strain and no clear return timeline. His absence opens perimeter minutes and usage, pushing Ajay Mitchell into a larger role after he posted 15 points in 28 minutes Friday. Aaron Wiggins offers scoring upside, while Cason Wallace and Alex Caruso provide defensive stats with volatile offensive returns. Mitchell profiles as the strongest short-term add.

Jan 19

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Ruled Out Again vs. Cavaliers

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will not play Monday against Cleveland as he continues to rehab a right soleus strain, with Wednesday in Milwaukee representing his next possible checkpoint. With Jalen Williams (hamstring) also sidelined, the Thunder will continue to lean heavily on Chet Holmgren, who logged 14 points, 11 rebounds, and five blocks in 30 minutes Friday. Jaylin Williams has seen a steadier run off the bench and profiles as a deep-league streamer, while Kenrich Williams remains volatile and matchup dependent.

Jan 19

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Ruled Out for Remainder of Meeting with Miami

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (thigh) won't return to Saturday's matchup with the Miami Heat. The 24-year-old was having a productive evening. However, he would eventually be ruled out with what the team is calling right thigh soreness, so he will finish this one with eight points, three boards, and three assists in 14 minutes. Of course, the Thunder will likely take the safe approach, meaning there's a chance he won't suit up on Monday in Cleveland. If that's the case, Aaron Wiggins and Ajay Mitchell should both be in line for more work.

Jan 18

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Ruled Out Saturday Against Miami

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against Miami, marking his 11th straight absence with a lingering right soleus strain and leaving his status uncertain until at least Monday. His continued absence keeps Chet Holmgren anchored in a stable frontcourt role, averaging 13.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks over his last two games while maintaining strong DFS appeal through minutes security and defensive production. Jalen Williams continues to benefit from consistent usage, while Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams see extra run as volatile deep-league and daily-league streamers dependent on matchup and game flow.

Jan 17

Luguentz Dort • SF • Thunder

Luguentz Dort Ruled Out For Tuesday's Matchup With Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort (foot) won't play on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Dort is dealing with a sore left foot and will miss his 10th game of the season. The 26-year-old Canadian could see action versus the Rockets, barring any setbacks on Thursday. While Dort is sidelined during tonight's tilt, Ajay Mitchell will likely see more minutes and could be an excellent option for fantasy managers.

Jan 13

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Still Out Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will be out for a ninth consecutive game on Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs. The big man continues to nurse a right soleus strain, leaving the defending champions without their starting center. Chet Holmgren has slid to the five position, with Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins sharing starts during Hartenstein's absence. Jaylin Williams returned to the lineup in Sunday's win over the Miami Heat, helping ease some of the load on Holmgren. The Thunder centers have a difficult matchup on Tuesday against Victor Wembanyama.

Jan 13

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Available Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (shin) will be back in the lineup on Sunday against the Miami Heat. He missed Friday's win over the Memphis Grizzlies due to shin pain. With Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) out for an eighth consecutive game, Holmgren will be expected to handle much of the heavy lifting in the middle for the reigning champions. Branden Carlson will also pick up a few extra minutes, despite moving back to the bench with Holmgren's return.

Jan 11

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