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Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Cleared to Return Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will return to action on Sunday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been out for three games due to a left calf contusion. Hartenstein will rejoin the starting lineup, bumping Cason Wallace to the second unit. Wallace will remain an important contributor in the rotation, but his fantasy value takes a hit with Hartenstein's return. In his previous three meetings with the Timberwolves this season, Hartenstein has averaged 9.0 points and 7.3 rebounds in 24.7 minutes.

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Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Remains Out Against Boston

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Boston, marking his third straight absence due to a left calf contusion. His next opportunity to return comes Sunday versus Minnesota. Jaylin Williams should continue to see meaningful minutes in the frontcourt, though his upside may be slightly capped with Chet Holmgren back. Williams erupted for 29 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, and two blocks across 40 minutes in his last outing and remains a viable deep-league streamer. Kenrich Williams may also see a modest run, but Holmgren remains the biggest beneficiary.

4 days ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Ready to Play Thursday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) is off the injury report and expected to return Thursday against Boston after missing two games. Holmgren has been productive when available, averaging 16.2 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.0 blocks over his last five appearances while playing about 31 minutes. His return should push Jaylin Williams back into a reserve role and reduce the minutes available for Kenrich Williams. Jaylin Williams could still have some deep-league value with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) sidelined, but Holmgren resumes must-start status in all fantasy formats.

4 days ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Unavailable Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) will miss a second straight game on Monday against the Denver Nuggets. This isn't unexpected, as the team had listed him as questionable on the initial injury report. With Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) also missing for the Thunder, Jaylin Williams is set to have a massive role in the frontcourt. Kenrich Williams is likely to have an increased workload as well. Meanwhile, Isaiah Joe could remain in the starting lineup after taking Holmgren's place on Saturday against Golden State and producing a good 18-point outing.

6 days ago

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Unavailable on Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (hip) is unavailable to suit up on Monday night against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran will miss his second straight game due to a bruised left hip. OKC will have Ajay Mitchell (ankle, abdomen) back after missing 20 games, so he will help cover while Caruso is out. Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Cason Wallace will also be in line to receive extra minutes during tonight's contest.

7 days ago

Branden Carlson • C • Thunder

Branden Carlson Still Out Monday Against Nuggets

Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (back) will miss Monday's matchup against the Nuggets, marking another game on the sidelines as he continues recovering from a lingering back issue. His absence leaves Oklahoma City thin at center, especially with Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) already out and Chet Holmgren (illness) listed as questionable. Jaylin Williams could handle a larger workload after starting in the previous game and posting nine points, three three-pointers, 14 rebounds, and four assists in 33 minutes. Kenrich Williams may also see extra run after contributing 13 points and seven rebounds in 19 minutes.

7 days ago

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Iffy for Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (hip) is questionable to suit up on Monday night against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran injured his left hip earlier this week and has already sat out one game. Oklahoma City mostly misses Caruso's defensive ability. The team will have Ajay Mitchell (ankle, abdomen) back from a 20-game absence on Monday, and he will help cover for Caruso if needed. Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Cason Wallace would also be in a position to see more minutes.

7 days ago

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Set to Return on Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (ankle, abdomen) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Mitchell is set to return following a 20-game absence due to an abdominal strain and sprained left ankle. He's expected to operate under a minutes limit, given Mitchell hasn't played since mid-January. His return to the rotation should mean reduced roles for Jared McCain, Isaiah Joe, and Cason Wallace. Mitchell could be worth snagging for the fantasy playoffs, but it'll likely take him a few games to ramp up.

7 days ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Questionable to Suit Up Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) is considered questionable for Monday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. The Thunder have already ruled out Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) for the game and may also be without Holmgren, who is battling the flu. With the two big men sidelined, Jaylin Williams and Isaiah Joe started on Saturday against the Golden State Warriors. Both performed well and are likely to keep their spots in the first unit if Holmgren is ruled out. In the absence of Holmgren and Hartenstein, Kenrich Williams and Aaron Wiggins have also seen an uptick in playing time.

7 days ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Won't Play Against Nuggets

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. He will sit out a second consecutive game due to a left calf contusion. With Chet Holmgren (illness) questionable, Jaylin Williams could once again have a heavy workload as a starter in the frontcourt. The 23-year-old has averaged 10.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.0 blocks in the starting unit this season. Kenrich Williams and Aaron Wiggins could also be more involved in the action.

7 days ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Out Saturday Due to Illness

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Golden State Warriors. Holmgren wasn't on the initial injury report, but an illness has now sidelined him for the game. Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) also won't play on Saturday, putting the spotlight once again on Jaylin Williams. The Arkansas product has averaged 27.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in two games without Holmgren and Hartenstein this season.

Mar 7

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein to Play on Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Hartenstein is returning after missing Tuesday's game due to calf injury management. He's back a day later and figures to have a full workload on Wednesday. Over the last 10 games, Hartenstein is averaging 8.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists in 23.5 minutes per game. Fantasy managers can feel safe getting Hartenstein back in their lineups ahead of tip-off. Aaron Wiggins and Jaylin Williams figure to lose streaming appeal with Hartenstein returning.

Mar 4

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is Cleared for Wednesday's Contest

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. The superstar guard is back in the mix after sitting out of Tuesday's contest due to an abdominal strain. It sounds like Tuesday's absence was more of a maintenance day to keep Gilgeous-Alexander healthy and rested. Isaiah Joe will head back to the bench with Gilgeous-Alexander returning on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should expect him to have a full workload on Wednesday. As for Joe, he won't be as appealing for streaming with him playing off the bench.

Mar 4

Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins Starting Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Aaron Wiggins has been named a starter for Tuesday's contest against the Chicago Bulls, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports. The defending champions are banged up right now, giving fringe players like Wiggins an opportunity to step up. In his previous starts this season, Wiggins has averaged 13.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.5 steals. It could be another busy night on offense for Wiggins, as Chicago has one of the worst defensive ratings in the league.

Mar 3

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Ruled Out for Tuesday's Matchup With Bulls

According to Clemente Almanza of USA Today, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) won't suit up for Tuesday's matchup with the Chicago Bulls due to abdominal strain management. The Thunder are exercising caution and will hold him out for the first leg of their back-to-back set. After missing nine consecutive games, Gilgeous-Alexander has returned in strong form, scoring at least 30 points in each of his two appearances since coming back. He is expected to return on Wednesday against the Knicks. With SGA sidelined on Tuesday, Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe, and Jared McCain should see increased opportunities in the backcourt.

Mar 2

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein to Miss Game Against Bulls

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) will not play Tuesday against the Bulls, and MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) is also sidelined for injury management. Both have a chance to return Wednesday versus New York. With Hartenstein out, Jaylin Williams is a strong streaming option after posting 30 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, five triples, one steal, and one block in 36 minutes during his last start. Chet Holmgren, who delivered 19 points, nine rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in 28 minutes against Dallas, should also see elevated responsibility. Williams offers short-term upside, while Holmgren gets a usage boost in all formats.

Mar 2

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Off the Injury Report for Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. He has been sidelined since suffering an abdominal injury, keeping him off the floor for OKC's previous nine contests. While SGA may be limited for at least a few contests, he should be plugged right back into all fantasy lineups. Chet Holmgren (back) and Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) are also off the injury report, meaning lower ceilings for Cason Wallace, Jaylin Williams, and Aaron Wiggins.

Feb 26

Branden Carlson • C • Thunder

Branden Carlson Exits Early with Back Issue

Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (back) will not return Wednesday against Detroit after experiencing low back soreness in the opening quarter. The two-way big man logged four minutes and finished with four points, four rebounds, and two assists before exiting. Carlson averages just 11 minutes and typically sees run only when Chet Holmgren (back) or Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) rests, limiting his fantasy relevance. If Holmgren and Hartenstein remain sidelined on Friday, Jaylin Williams becomes the priority add after erupting for 30 points, 11 rebounds, and five three-pointers in 36 minutes last game.

Feb 26

Isaiah Joe • SG • Thunder

Isaiah Joe Exits Early with Glute Injury

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (glute) was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Detroit after suffering a left glute contusion in the first half. He logged 14 minutes and finished with three points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal before being sidelined. The injury halts his recent surge, as he had delivered back-to-back 22-point outings with six three-pointers in each. Should he miss Friday, Jared McCain becomes a viable streaming target after posting 20 points and four three pointers in 30 minutes last game.

Feb 26

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Sidelined Wednesday vs. Pistons

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Detroit. The 31-year-old wing will sit out the second leg of the back-to-back, leaving rotation minutes available on the perimeter. Jared McCain logged five points, four rebounds, and one steal in 10 minutes on Tuesday after producing 10 points with two three-pointers in 16 minutes against Cleveland. Aaron Wiggins added eight points in 17 minutes last game. Both are deep-league streamers, while Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe remain in elevated roles with increased shot volume.

Feb 25

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