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Jamison Battle • PF • Raptors

Jamison Battle Available Against Heat

Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle (ankle) will be active against the Miami Heat on Monday, Zulfi Sheikh of Sportsnet reports. The 24-year-old has missed two games with a sprained ankle and was listed as probable on the initial injury report. Battle has been a bit-part player this season for the Raptors, averaging 8.1 minutes per game across 17 appearances. With RJ Barrett (knee) sidelined, Battle's playing time has increased recently, but he still hasn't made an impact in fantasy basketball.

12 hours ago

Immanuel Quickley • PG • Raptors

Immanuel Quickley Returns to Raptors Lineup Monday

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (illness) will return from a one-game absence on Monday against the Miami Heat. Due to illness, Quickley missed his first game of the season last week against the New York Knicks. Jamal Shead started in Quickley's place and will return to the second unit on Monday night. However, the continued absence of RJ Barrett (knee) means Shead will likely remain a significant piece in the rotation. Quickley has blown hot and cold in December, averaging 19.5 points and 5.5 assists. He finds himself in a great spot to make noise on Monday, as the Heat allow the fifth-most fantasy points in the league to point guards.

12 hours ago

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett to Start Ramping Up

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (knee) will remain out on Monday against the Miami Heat but is expected to return soon. According to Sportsnet's Blake Murphy, Barrett will begin "return-to-play" activities this week. The Canadian star has missed nine games due to a right knee sprain. He received a platelet-rich plasma injection for his knee last week. Jamal Shead has had a larger role in the rotation during Barrett's absence, averaging 8.6 points, 4.6 assists, and 2.4 steals across 24.4 minutes per game in December.

12 hours ago

Jamal Shead • PG • Raptors

Jamal Shead Available on Tuesday, Entering the Starting Lineup

Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Knicks. He was listed on the injury report because of a quad contusion. However, the 23-year-old is available. Not only that, he will start in place of Immanuel Quickley (illness), who won't suit up for this one. Shead has averaged 5.8 points, 5.1 assists, and 1.2 steals this season. With RJ Barrett (knee) also sidelined, he has an excellent chance of being much more productive, giving him streaming value for fantasy managers. Shead will also be a popular DFS option for those capable of making a late swap.

6 days ago

Immanuel Quickley • PG • Raptors

Immanuel Quickley Ruled Out on Tuesday Night

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (illness) won't play in Tuesday's NBA Cup matchup versus the New York Knicks. He hasn't felt the best of late, although it didn't stop him from suiting up in Sunday's loss to the Boston Celtics. Unfortunately, the illness will now cost the 26-year-old his first game of the 2025 campaign. With RJ Barrett (knee) also sidelined, Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram should both see a considerable uptick in scoring opportunities. As far as the starting lineup is concerned, Ochai Agbaji or Jamal Shead (quadriceps) may find themselves with the first-five, although each is in line for an increase in minutes.

6 days ago

Immanuel Quickley • PG • Raptors

Immanuel Quickley Downgraded to Questionable Tuesday

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (illness) was downgraded to questionable on Tuesday afternoon before his team faces the Knicks in the NBA Cup Quarterfinals. Quickley played through the same illness on Sunday and logged 31 minutes against Boston with 11 points and five assists. Since Jamal Shead (quad) is also questionable, the Raptors could be very shorthanded in the backcourt. If both are out, the Raptors would be forced to go with more of Ja'Kobe Walter and Gradey Dick while Scottie Barnes would serve more as the team's point forward. Quickley has averaged16.5 points and 6.2 assists, and if he plays through the illness again on Tuesday, the first-round pick will have a revenge game narrative against the Knicks in Toronto.

6 days ago

Jamison Battle • PF • Raptors

Jamison Battle Unlikely To Suit Up Against Knicks

Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle (ankle) is doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against New York, keeping the second-year wing on the fringes of the rotation. Battle has averaged 4.4 points and 2.0 rebounds in 11.3 minutes across his last five appearances, offering no fantasy utility even when active. His absence does not change Toronto's rotation, as Scottie Barnes, Collin Murray-Boyles, and Ochai Agbaji already dominate the forward minutes. Managers can safely look elsewhere for streaming value, as Battle remains off the fantasy radar.

6 days ago

Jamal Shead • PG • Raptors

Jamal Shead Uncertain for Tuesday

Toronto Raptors point guard Jamal Shead (quadriceps) is considered questionable for a meeting with the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup on Tuesday. He could miss his first game of the season due to a right quadriceps contusion. With RJ Barrett (knee) on the shelf, Shead has regularly logged 20-plus minutes on the floor. In Sunday's loss to the Boston Celtics, Shead even started the second half after Ja'Kobe Walter struggled. If Shead exits the lineup, players like Walter and Ochai Agbaji will have an opportunity to take on a larger workload. However, neither player has offered consistent fantasy production in 2025-26.

6 days ago

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett to Miss at Least One More Week

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (knee) will be out for at least one more week, the team announced Monday. He is recovering from a right knee sprain and will need at least a week off after receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection. Barrett will miss a ninth consecutive game on Tuesday night against the New York Knicks. During his absence, Ja'Kobe Walter has run with the starters. He has not performed well, even failing to make a single field goal over the past two games. In Sunday's loss to the Boston Celtics, Jamal Shead (quadriceps) started the second half instead of Walter. On Tuesday, Shead could be in the first unit right from the start, but he is currently considered questionable for the game with a quadriceps contusion.

6 days ago

Immanuel Quickley • PG • Raptors

Immanuel Quickley Now Probable Versus Boston

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (illness) is now probable for Sunday's meeting with the Boston Celtics. He was listed as questionable because of an illness. Fortunately, it doesn't appear as if the 26-year-old will miss his first contest of the 2025 campaign. Quickley has played as well as expected this season, averaging 17.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 39.1% shooting from behind the arc. More importantly, he's stayed healthy after being limited to 33 appearances in 2024. All things considered, Quickley is a must-start in any fantasy setup against a Celtics team that has regressed defensively from a season ago.

Dec 7

Immanuel Quickley • PG • Raptors

Immanuel Quickley Questionable for Sunday Afternoon

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics. He has averaged 16.8 points during the 2025 campaign, down from last season (17.1). However, the 26-year-old has improved in several statistical areas, including rebounds (4.4), assists (6.3), and three-point shooting (39.1%). Quickley also hasn't missed a game after being limited to 33 appearances in 2024. If he can't suit up, Jamal Shead, Gradey Dick, or Collin Murray-Boyles could enter the starting lineup. Either way, all three players should see more action, although none of them can be trusted fully for streaming purposes in any fantasy setup.

Dec 7

Jakob Poeltl • C • Raptors

Jakob Poeltl to Sit Out Thursday's Game

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) won't be in the lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Austrian giant has been managing a back problem all season, regularly skipping games when Toronto has a back-to-back scheduled. Fantasy managers can expect to see Poeltl return to the court on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. Collin Murray-Boyles and Sandro Mamukelashvili have increased fantasy value with Poeltl out of the lineup, although Jamison Battle started in his place the last time he was rested. Even as a starter, Battle only logged 11:15 of action, so he isn't someone fantasy managers should consider.

Dec 4

Gradey Dick • SG • Raptors

Gradey Dick Injured on Wednesday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Gradey Dick (head) made an early exit against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday after taking a hard fall. Late in the first quarter, Dick hit the back of his head on the floor while attempting to go for an offensive rebound. Dick has had a tough season, averaging only 6.8 points in 16.1 minutes per game. Toronto has also just lost RJ Barrett (knee) from the rotation, giving Ja'Kobe Walter's fantasy stock a major boost. Players like Jamison Battle and Ochai Agbaji may also log additional playing time if Dick misses time.

Nov 27

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett to Be Re-Evaluated in One Week

Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (knee) has no structural damage in his right knee and will be re-evaluated in one week. The Canadian star hurt his knee in Sunday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He has missed two contests due to the injury. Since Barrett's exit from the lineup, Ja'Kobe Walter's workload has significantly increased, and he started on Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Toronto went with Collin Murray-Boyles in the starting unit in Wednesday's win over the Indiana Pacers, but Walter still logged 32 minutes of action. He was more effective coming off the bench, scoring 13 points while picking up four rebounds and two steals.

Nov 27

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett Unavailable Wednesday

Esfandiar Baraheni of The Athletic reports that Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (knee) won't play on Wednesday against Indiana. The former Knick sprained his left knee in Sunday's victory over the Brooklyn Nets and will miss his second straight game tomorrow evening. While Barrett is sidelined, Gradey Dick and Jamal Shead may benefit the most from extra playing time. However, both are risky fantasy picks since Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley will likely absorb most of the available minutes during Barrett's absence.

Nov 25

RJ Barrett • SG • Raptors

RJ Barrett Sidelined Versus Cleveland

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (knee) won't play on Monday versus Cleveland. The former Knick sprained his left knee in Sunday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. Unfortunately, it will cost him his first game of the 2025 campaign, although it appears he may miss more time beyond Monday night. In the meantime, Gradey Dick and Jamal Shead may benefit the most from a minutes standpoint, with one potentially in line to enter the starting lineup. However, both are risky fantasy options, even with the chance of expanded roles, considering Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley may take the most advantage of Barrett's absence.

Nov 24

Collin Murray-Boyles • PF • Raptors

Collin Murray-Boyles Available Against Nets

Toronto Raptors forward/center Collin Murray-Boyles (knee) is available on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets. He was in danger of missing a third consecutive game due to a knee problem. With Jakob Poeltl (back) resting on Sunday, Murray-Boyles could play a significant role in the contest. The 20-year-old has averaged 8.5 points and 3.5 rebounds in 20.0 minutes through his first month as an NBA player. Sandro Mamukelashvili, coming off a season-best 23-point performance in Friday's win over the Washington Wizards, figures to also benefit from Poeltl's absence on Sunday.

Nov 23

Jakob Poeltl • C • Raptors

Jakob Poeltl Out Sunday for Back Injury Management

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) is out Sunday against Brooklyn as the Raptors continue to manage his back issue. The veteran big has been highly efficient this season, averaging 11.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.6 steals, and 0.6 blocks in 25.5 minutes on 73.7 percent shooting. He anchors rebounds and field goal percentage, yet his overall ceiling stays modest in standard category formats. His absence pushes Toronto toward more small-ball lineups and creates short-term streaming value. Sandro Mamukelashvili, who delivered 23 points and seven boards in the last outing, becomes a deep-league option, while Collin Murray-Boyles (knee) could absorb frontcourt minutes if cleared. Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram should see slight usage bumps around the interior.

Nov 23

Collin Murray-Boyles • PF • Raptors

Collin Murray-Boyles Ruled Out Friday Against Wizards

Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (knee) is still dealing with an MCL sprain in his right knee and has been ruled out for Friday's NBA Cup matchup with the Washington Wizards. This will be the second consecutive absence for the rookie. The ninth-overall pick has been a solid rotational power forward so far for the Raptors, but has been a bit inconsistent for standard-sized fantasy leagues. While he's out, the starting five will likely get some more run while Gradey Dick sees some added minutes off the bench. He's only more of a streaming option in deeper leagues, however, after posting four points, one rebound, two steals, and one block in their last game.

Nov 21

Jamison Battle • PF • Raptors

Jamison Battle Available Monday

Toronto Raptors forward Jamison Battle (knee) has been upgraded to available for Monday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets. He is ready to re-enter the lineup after missing Saturday's win over the Indiana Pacers due to a back problem. With that said, Battle has only averaged 7.3 minutes per game for the Raptors this season and doesn't hold significant fantasy value. He has posted 4.1 points and 1.1 rebounds per game across 10 outings. Sandro Mamukelashvili has led the Raptors bench this season, notching 9.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 18.1 minutes.

Nov 18

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