Struggles in return Irving returned to action Tuesday after missing Dallas' previous five contests due to a bulging disc in his back. Despite the Mavericks playing the second leg of a back-to-back Wednesday against New Orleans, Irving said he plans to play and doesn't think his back will require surgery.
Posts career high in loss Henderson was on fire the entire game, posting a career-high 39 points, albeit in a losing effort. The 20-year-old received the starting nod for the first time since Nov. 20 with Deni Avdija (ankle) sidelined. Henderson made the most of his opportunity and buried eight triples -- his previous high this season had been only three. The second-year pro has faced his fair share of struggles this year, though his production Tuesday is a step in the right direction for the No. 3 pick of the 2023 Draft.
Tweaks ankle Tuesday Despite not being aggressive offensively, Clingan was able to dominate the glass off the bench Tuesday. While the severity of Clingan's ankle injury is unclear, fantasy managers should look out for an official injury report to clarify his status for Thursday's matchup with the Clippers.
Leads Indiana’s bench in loss Walker led the Pacers' bench in scoring, but he couldn't find his rhythm from beyond the arc in the loss. Despite struggles from three-point range Tuesday, the 21-year-old is still on pace to shoot 40.2 percent from downtown on 2.6 attempts per contest. The second-year pro has received fairly inconsistent playing time this season, though he has provided a valuable spark off the bench, averaging career-high numbers across the board.
Records season highs in loss Nembhard finished the loss with season highs in both assists and steals through 26 regular-season appearances. However, the third-year guard struggled to find his rhythm shooting the rock Tuesday. The 24-year-old has scored in double figures in three of his last five outings, and in that five-game span, he has averaged 11.0 points, 5.2 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 2.0 steals across 30.4 minutes per contest.
Logs team highs in loss Siakam led the Pacers in both points and rebounds in an extremely efficient outing, albeit in a losing effort. The 30-year-old posted 21 of his 23 points in the first half, during which he shot 9-for-11 from the field. However, Siakam was silent from the offensive end in the second half, as he posted two points while putting up only five shots. The ninth-year pro has scored at least 18 points in each of his last five outings, though he has yet to score 30-plus over 41 regular-season appearances.
Leads bench in win Tuesday Strus led the bench in scoring in an efficient outing from beyond the arc. The sixth-year pro delivered a solid bounce-back performance after posting three points (1-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes during Sunday's loss to Indiana. Strus has reached the double-digit scoring mark in three of his last five outings, and in that five-game span, he has shot 50.0 percent from beyond the arc.
Double-double streak continues Mobley tallied a game-high 13 rebounds while securing his fourth consecutive double-double. Over that four-game span, the big man has averaged 20.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 0.8 blocks across 32.8 minutes per game. Mobley put together an extremely efficient outing as well, finishing as the club's third-leading scorer behind Donovan Mitchell (35 points) and Darius Garland (24 points).
Explodes for season-high 45 points Murray had been struggling going into Tuesday's contest, averaging 15.4 points on 42.9 shooting from the field in his previous five outings. However, Murray was able to turn it around against Dallas and lead Denver to a blowout victory. However, did cough up five turnovers compared to just six assists.
Solid outing in victory Tuesday The 24-year-old finished as the club's second-leading scorer behind Donovan Mitchell (35 points), tying Caris LeVert for the team-high mark in assists as well. However, Garland did struggle from three-point range Tuesday, though he has still shot 40.5 percent from beyond the arc over his last five outings. The sixth-year pro has scored 20-plus points in four of his last five outings. He is also on pace to shoot career highs from the field (49.8 percent) and from downtown (42.4 percent) through 38 regular-season appearances.
Efficient outing in victory Yabusele led the 76ers' starting five in scoring in an efficient outing, albeit in a losing effort. The 29-year-old provided a burst of energy for the club throughout the contest, scoring nine of his 17 points in the third quarter as the 76ers attempted to claw back from a 15-point deficit. The big man has scored in double figures in three of his last five outings, and he continues to play significant minutes as the Philadelphia rotation has been hit hard by injuries.
Shooting woes in defeat Oubre was one of the only regular members of Philadelphia's starting five to play in the first leg of the club's back-to-back set, though he struggled from the field with half of his points coming from the charity stripe. However, the 29-year-old did record a game-high mark in steals, and he has logged multiple swipes in 17 of his 35 regular-season appearances. Oubre has scored in double figures in four of his last five outings and will look to bounce back against the Knicks on Wednesday.
Leads Philadelphia in loss Edwards posted a team- and career-high 25 points off the bench, albeit in a losing effort. The 21-year-old saw extended run with most of the the Philadelphia rotation sidelined, including Joel Embiid (foot), Paul George (ankle), Tyrese Maxey (hand), Caleb Martin (groin) and KJ Martin (foot). Edwards is not likely to see extended playing time moving forward, as most of the Sixers' squad is considered day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Records 50th career triple-double Antetokounmpo became just the 12th player in NBA history to record 50 career triple-doubles during Tuesday's win. Five of those triple-doubles have come this season, including two in his last five outings. Antetokounmpo also had one of his better nights from the charity stripe, as he was shooting just 52.1 percent on 9.6 free-throw attempts per contest across his last 10 appearances.
Nears double-double in win Hartenstein posted a game-high mark in rebounds and has now reached double-digit boards in 14 of his 24 regular-season appearances. The big man has contributed a double-double in four of the Thunder's last 10 outings, and he has recorded eight-plus rebounds in each of the club's last 18 outings. Hartenstein is also averaging career highs in several categories, including points (11.8), rebounds (12.2), assists (4.1), blocks (1.3) and minutes (29.8).
Stuffs stat sheet in win Williams recorded his 23rd outing with 20-plus points, and he has been a fairly consistent scorer while reaching double figures in each of his 39 regular-season appearances. The 23-year-old also posted a game-high mark in steals, and he has racked up multiple steals in 22 games thus far. The third-year pro is on pace to average career highs in points (20.6), rebounds (5.7), assists (5.2), steals (1.8), blocks (0.7) and minutes (32.4).
Double-doubles in loss Despite struggling with his efficiency, Hunt was one of three Charge players to record a double-double in Tuesday's overtime loss. Hunt is shooting just 26.1 percent on 2.6 three-point attempts per contest in 2024-25.
Returns to action Clingan left Tuesday's contest in the first quarter but returned shortly after with a cut on his face, per Danny Marang of 1080 The Fan Portland. Regardless, the rookie big man should continue to operate as Portland's backup center to Deandre Ayton.
Shines in victory Tuesday Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his 23rd outing with 30-plus points, and he has now logged 35 consecutive contests with 20 or more points over 39 regular-season appearances. Moreover, the MVP candidate posted game highs in both points and assists in Tuesday's victory. The 26-year-old's contributions were not limited to the offensive end of the court, as he racked up three or more steals-plus-blocks for the 23rd time this season.
Flirts with triple-double Brown led College Park in assists and steals during Tuesday's loss. However, Brown has struggled with his efficiency this season, shooting just 30.2 percent from the field and 30.3 percent from three.
Dominates Pacers with 35 points Mitchell was dominant for the Cavaliers on Tuesday, scoring a game-high 35 points that represented his highest scoring output since a Dec. 27 win over Denver. Over his last 11 appearances, the 28-year-old superstar guard has averaged 22.6 points, 4.5 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 3.7 three-pointers while shooting 41.8 percent from deep. Mitchell draws a very difficult assignment during Thursday's showdown in Oklahoma City against the Thunder, who rank first in the league in defensive efficiency rating (102.9).
Heads to locker room Tuesday Clingan took a knee to the head and was helped off the court by the training staff with a towel over his face. The rookie big man will likely undergo further testing to rule out a concussion, and he should be considered questionable to return until the team provides an update on his status.
Dominant outing in loss Tomlin's nine offensive boards helped him post a game-high 19 rebounds in Tuesday's overtime loss. Tomlin has displayed impressive efficiency this season, shooting 56.8 percent from the field and 41.5 percent from three.
Struggles against Cleveland Djurisic played the most minutes of any College Park bench player Tuesday but struggled with his efficiency and coughed up five turnovers. Djurisic is shooting just 28.6 percent from the field and 16.7 percent from three across his eight appearances this season.
Double-doubles in G League Gueye's 13 rebounds helped him tie with Kevon Harris for the most on College Park. Gueye also tallied a team-high plus-21 point differential during Tuesday's overtime victory.
Records double figures in defeat Dunn provided a spark offensively to a Phoenix squad that was searching for a third contributor behind Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, ending as one of four Suns players in double figures in scoring in a losing effort. Dunn has posted a double-digit point total in 10 contests this season, doing so in three straight appearances.
Reaches 30 points in balanced game Durant did a little bit of everything in Tuesday's high-scoring contest, leading all Phoenix players in rebounds and blocks while handing out a team-high-tying assist total and finishing as one of two players with 30 or more points in a losing effort. Durant has reached the 30-point mark in 12 contests this season, adding at least eight rebounds in six of those outings.
Shines on both ends in defeat Booker showcased his two-way play in Tuesday's contest, leading all Suns players in scoring, threes made and steals in a well-rounded performance. Booker set a new season high in threes made, notching his fourth outing of the year with 35 or more points. Booker has swiped three or more steals in four contests, doing so in two straight games.
Dominates in 43-point showcase Young overpowered the competition in Tuesday's contest, leading all players in scoring and free throws made while connecting on a team-high mark from three and swiping a team-high-tying trio of steals in a winning effort. Young set a new season high in scoring, recording at least 35 points in five outings this season. He has now connected on six or more threes in three outings.
Leads team to victory Harris' six offensive rebounds helped him record just his second double-double of the season. Harris also led the Skyhawks in scoring during Tuesday's overtime win.
Season-best outing in 20-20 game Okongwu impressed off the Hawks bench in Tuesday's high-scoring contest, leading all players in rebounds while pacing the Atlanta second unit in scoring in a dominating 20-20 showcase. Okongwu set a new season high in rebounds, blowing past his previous season-best mark of 13 boards set Nov. 15. He has hauled in 10 or more rebounds in seven appearances while scoring north of 20 points on two occasions.
Strong from deep off bench in win Mathews lit it up from deep to provide a lift off the Atlanta bench Tuesday, leading all bench players in threes made while finishing as one of four Hawks with 15 or more points in a winning effort. Mathews has connected on five or more threes in three contests this year and has now tallied 15 or more points in five outings.
Won’t return Tuesday Lively made it just four minutes into Tuesday's contest before spraining his right ankle. Daniel Gafford, Maxi Kleber and Dwight Powell are now all candidates to receive increased playing time in Dallas' frontcourt. Lively's status for Wednesday's matchup with New Orleans is uncertain.
Heads to locker room Lively tallied four points (2-3 FG) and one block in four minutes before exiting Tuesday's contest early. If the second-year center is unable to return to action, Daniel Gafford, Maxi Kleber and Dwight Powell could all receive increased playing time.
Reverts to bench Tuesday The rookie got the spot start for Deandre Ayton in Saturday's loss to Miami, during which Clingan posted eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal across 27 minutes. The big man should still see significant playing time off the bench against the Nets with Robert Williams (illness) sidelined.
Enters starting lineup Tuesday With Deni Avdija (ankle) sidelined Tuesday, Henderson will draw his first start for the Blazers since Nov. 20. The former lottery pick is averaging 8.7 points, 7.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 27.9 minutes over three games with Portland's first unit this year.
Ejected Tuesday After getting a technical foul for hanging on the rim earlier in the contest, Mathurin was tossed from the game for arguing a foul call during the fourth quarter. His night ends with 19 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 31 minutes. Jarace Walker is filling in for Mathurin in the fourth period.
Briefly exits Tuesday Beal walked gingerly back to the locker room before quickly returning to the bench and eventually re-entering the game. The veteran swingman will likely be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way, though the ankle could be something to monitor ahead of Thursday's game against Washington.
Heads back to bench Kyrie Irving will replace Dinwiddie in the starting five Tuesday after missing Dallas' last five contests due to a bulging disc in his back. Dinwiddie is averaging 9.5 points, 3.6 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 23.1 minutes across his last 10 appearances coming off the bench.
Positive impact in victory James recorded a team-high plus-24 point differential during Tuesday's victory. James is averaging 9.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists across his nine appearances in 2024-25.
Double-doubles in G League win Freeman's efficient shooting helped him lead Indiana in scoring during Tuesday's victory. Freeman is converting 63.0 percent of his 15.3 field-goal attempts per contest across his three G League appearances this season.
Misses out on double-double Kelley is averaging 9.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 blocks in 25.3 minutes across seven appearances this season. He is also displaying impressive efficiency, shooting 63.5 percent from the field.
Posts balanced outing off bench Ellis had his hands on a bit of everything in Monday's contest despite struggling a bit from the field, boosting Iowa on both ends of the floor with a balanced showcase. Ellis has appeared in 18 G League contests this year, averaging 2.7 points, 1.1 rebounds and 0.9 assists per outing.
Top rebounder off bench in loss Brown did a little bit of everything off the Iowa bench Monday, leading the team in rebounds while coming up two points shy of a double-double in a balanced performance. Brown has appeared in 24 G League contests this season, averaging 3.4 points, 3.8 rebounds and 0.6 assists per game.
Provides spark off bench in defeat LeDee saw somewhat of a limited role off the bench Monday, but made the most of that time on the court by ending second among Wolves bench players in scoring and rebounds while finishing as one of four players with 15 or more points. LeDee has appeared in 24 G League outings this season, averaging 6.2 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
Shines off bench in loss Ellis impressed off the bench in Monday's outing, leading all bench players in scoring and threes made while also swiping a team-high-tying trio of steals defensively. Ellis has appeared in 24 G League contests this season, averaging 10.3 points, 3.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game.
Will play Tuesday While Murray is dealing with left knee inflammation, this update doesn't come as much of a surprise given he was listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's action. Over his last nine contests, the star guard has averaged 18.4 points, 5.2 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 34.2 minutes. With the Nuggets back in action Wednesday during the second leg of a back-to-back against Houston, fantasy managers could find Murray back on the injury report ahead of that one.
Set to play against Dallas Strawther has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a strained right knee. The 22-year-old should continue to feature as one of Denver's primary forward options off the bench.
Available Tuesday Gordon will suit up in his second consecutive contest following a nine-game absence due to a strained right calf. The veteran forward posted 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 18 minutes in his return during Sunday's win over Dallas, and it wouldn't be surprising if he remains with the second unit while the club works him back to full playing form.
Will play against Dallas Jokic will face the Mavericks for a second straight game, which bodes well for the Nuggets in this matchup. The veteran big man is having another MVP-caliber season for Denver, averaging a career-high 31.2 points, 13.2 rebounds and 9.8 assists per game, shooting 55.5 percent from the floor and 47.4 percent from beyond the arc.
Good to go against Portland Russell has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing Brooklyn's previous four outings due to a right contusion. With Cam Thomas (hamstring) still out, Russell should return to Brooklyn's starting lineup against Portland but will operate on a minutes restriction.
Reaches 20 points in defeat Eastern provided a lift to Iowa from deep in Monday's contest, leading all players in threes made while finishing as one of two Wolves with 20 or more points in a losing effort. Eastern has appeared in 11 G League contests this season, averaging 11.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.6 steals per game.
Won’t play Tuesday The reeling Nets will be without their defensive anchor Tuesday, and Claxton's next chance to suit up comes during the second half of Brooklyn's back-to-back Wednesday against the Clippers. Noah Clowney should take on more responsibility from the starting lineup, and Day'Ron Sharpe appears to be a prime candidate to replace Claxton in the first unit against Portland.
Returning to action Tuesday Johnson will snap a five-game absence streak due to a right ankle sprain. The 28-year-old went through the club's morning shootaround without any issues, though he will operate under a minutes restriction against Portland. Over his last 10 outings, Johnson has averaged 21.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 0.9 steals in 32.9 minutes per contest.
Will play against Portland Simmons played well in Sunday's loss to the Jazz in Utah. The veteran finished with 14 points, six rebounds, nine assists and two blocks, shooting 7-for-11 from the floor.
Ruled out against Nets Avdija will miss his first game of the season Tuesday, and his next chance to return from an ankle sprain arrives in Thursday's tilt against the Clippers. With Jerami Grant (face) also out against Brooklyn, Kris Murray appears to be in line for an expanded role, and the Blazers should lean heavily on Toumani Camara from the first unit.
Ruled out Tuesday Williams will miss a third straight game as he deals with an illness. In Williams' absence, the Trail Blazers will likely look to Donovan Clingan to pick up the slack. He came two points shy of recording back-to-back double-doubles in Saturday's loss to the Heat.
Will play Tuesday Banton will suit up in his fourth consecutive contest after he was listed as questionable due to an illness. The 25-year-old has appeared in only five outings since Dec. 19, during which he has averaged 2.8 points, 1.8 assists and 1.2 rebounds across 10.8 minutes per contest.
Slides back to bench Tuesday With Coby White (neck) returning to game action, Ball will retreat to the bench. The 27-year-old got the spot start in Sunday's loss to the Kings, during which he chipped in 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-8 3Pt), three assists, one rebound and one block across 26 minutes. Ball will suit up in the first leg of the team's back-to-back set Tuesday, though he'll be sidelined for Wednesday's game against Atlanta, per Julia Poe of the Chicago Tribune.
Out for personal reasons Landale won't be available for personal reasons Wednesday, and his next shot to rejoin Houston's lineup arrives Thursday against the Kings. Veteran big man Steven Adams has taken over as the top backup center behind Alperen Sengun lately, and the former should have a clear pathway to that role against Denver with Landale out of action.
Good to go against Charlotte Kessler will return to action Wednesday after sitting out Utah's previous contest for rest purposes. The 23-year-old center should reclaim his starting spot from Drew Eubanks against Charlotte.
Doubtful for Wednesday Eason is expected to miss his 13th consecutive contest Wednesday due to a lower left leg injury. There's no clear timetable for the 23-year-old's return, though Cam Whitmore and Jae'Sean Tate should continue seeing increased playing time if Eason is sidelined once again.
Off injury report for Wednesday Jeffries will be available to make his return to game action after missing Sunday's loss to Phoenix. However, the 27-year-old is not guaranteed playing time with LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Cody Martin all having returned since Jeffries last played Dec. 30.
Not ready to return Wednesday Mann hasn't played since Nov. 21 due to disc irritation in his back, and he won't be able to return to Charlotte's lineup Wednesday. His next chance to play is Friday against Chicago. Vasilije Micic should continue functioning as the backup point guard behind LaMelo Ball against Utah, and Nick Smith should be able to maintain a spot in the Hornets' rotation off the bench.
Nabs another probable tag James continues to receive probable tags due to left foot injury management but has played in Los Angeles' last six outings. The superstar forward averages 33.8 minutes per contest over that span, so he is unlikely to operate on a minutes restriction if officially upgraded to available against Miami.
Still out for Wednesday Hood-Schifino hasn't played since Dec. 1 due to the left hamstring strain, though his absence shouldn't cause any waves in the rotation. His next chance to return will come Friday against Brooklyn.
Doubtful for Wednesday Finney-Smith has only played in six games for the Lakers since being traded to Los Angeles by the Nets. The defensive-minded forward appears to be on track to miss Wednesday's game against Miami after playing only 20 minutes off the bench in Monday's blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with four points, three rebounds and two steals.
Probable for Wednesday Davis has been a mainstay on the injury report throughout the first half of the season due to left foot plantar fasciitis, though he is expected to suit up against the Heat. The superstar big man has missed only two matchups this season, and he has played in each of the Lakers' last four outings, during which he has averaged 24.8 points, 14.3 rebounds, 3.0 blocks, 2.8 assists and 1.3 steals in 35.5 minutes per contest.
Questionable with illness Following an absence with an illness in Monday's game against the Spurs, James is in jeopardy of missing consecutive outings Wednesday. Even if the 20-year-old second-round rookie is unavailable against Miami, James' absence would not make a significant impact to Los Angeles' rotation.
Upgraded to questionable The questionable designation is an upgrade for George, who has been ruled out in four games in a row due to left heel inflammation. With Lauri Markkanen (back) and backcourt mate Collin Sexton (rest) not playing Wednesday, George could be immediately thrust into a role as Utah's top scoring option. If George sits out, however, Isaiah Collier should serve as the Jazz's primary ball handler against Charlotte.
Out for Wednesday Sexton will get a night off for the first time this season, and his next chance to play will come Friday against the Pelicans. With the 26-year-old joining a laundry list of inactive players for the Jazz on Wednesday, Isaiah Collier, Svi Mykhailiuk and Cody Williams are candidates for increased roles.
Getting starting nod Ellis will replace Malik Monk (groin) in the starting lineup Tuesday. Ellis is averaging 9.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 2.2 assists in 30.1 minutes during his other nine starting appearances this season.
Remains out for Wednesday Collins' absence streak with a hip injury will extend to six games Wednesday, and his next shot to take the floor for the Jazz arrives Friday against the Pelicans. With Lauri Markkanen (back) ruled out against Charlotte as well, the bulk of Utah's frontcourt minutes should be divvied up among the likes of Micah Potter, Brice Sensabaugh, Kyle Filipowski and Cody Williams.
Ruled out for Thursday Markkanen will miss a second straight game due to back spasms. Utah will be shorthanded against Charlotte and will likely have to rely on Cody Williams, Brice Sensabaugh and Kyle Filipowski to shoulder the load on Wednesday.
Another absence coming Juzang's absence streak will extend to three games Wednesday due to a fractured right hand. While Utah has not yet released an official return timetable, the 23-year-old guard will likely miss significant time.
Double-doubles in loss Gordon led South Bay in points and rebounds during Tuesday's loss. Gordon is averaging 15.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.1 steals in 30.3 minutes across his 16 appearances this season.
Solid outing in return Okafor returned to action Tuesday after missing the team's previous contest due to an illness. Okafor is averaging 18.6 points, 8.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 29.0 minutes across his 15 appearances this season.
Will return Tuesday Irving will snap a five-game absence streak due to a bulging disc in his back. There's no indication that the superstar will operate under a strict minutes restriction. Over his last five outings, he has averaged 28.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.0 blocks in 36.4 minutes per contest.
Getting starting nod Council will make his first career start Tuesday due to Tyrese Maxey (hand), Kyle Lowry (hip), Paul George (ankle), Caleb Martin (groin) and KJ Martin (foot) all being out. Due to this injury crisis in Philadelphia, Council will likely log significantly more than his season average of 12.6 minutes per contest.
Ruled out Tuesday After being listed as probable, George has suddenly been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against Oklahoma City. This could be because this is the first game of a back-to-back for Philadelphia, with Wednesday's game being against the Knicks. With George on the mend, Eric Gordon could start against the Thunder.
Likely to play against Lakers After notching his first career double-double off Miami's bench in Monday's game against the Clippers, Ware is managing right foot soreness but is likely to play Wednesday. The rookie big man is averaging 11.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 blocks and 1.1 threes in 20.0 minutes while shooting 65.5 percent from the floor over his last eight games, and the Heat may need Ware to play a significant role against Los Angeles if Bam Adebayo (back) remains sidelined.
Questionable for Wednesday Adebayo missed Monday's contest against the Clippers due to back injury and is in danger of missing a second consecutive game. If Adebayo can't play Wednesday, the Heat will likely rely on Kevin Love and Kel'el Ware as the primary big men again.
Starting sans Maxey With Tyrese Maxey (hand) sidelined, Jackson will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The veteran guard has received inconsistent playing time thus far, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 5.0 points and 1.2 rebounds across 11.0 minutes per contest.
Officially good to go Edwards has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a left ankle sprain. With Paul George (ankle) and Caleb Martin (groin) out, Edwards could be in store for increased playing time.
Won’t play Wednesday Sochan will remain out for a third straight game with back soreness, and it's not an encouraging sign for his status that he's been ruled out so far in advance of Wednesday's action. His next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with Memphis. 2024 No. 4 overall pick Stephon Castle should continue starting for the Spurs in the backcourt in Sochan's absence Wednesday, making the former an appealing streamer target in fantasy leagues.
Remains out Tuesday Trent will remain on the shelf for a second consecutive contest due to a left hip strain, and his next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Magic. With the 25-year-old sidelined, Pat Connaughton and Ryan Rollins will likely see a bump in minutes.
Available vs. Sacramento Antetokounmpo will be available to take on the red-hot Kings in Milwaukee. Sacramento has won seven straight games and could pose a challenge for Doc Rivers' squad Tuesday, especially coming off a blowout loss to the Knicks.
Will play first of back-to-back Ball is still a ways away from playing in both games of back-to-backs, but he is getting closer. Ball missed 15 games due to a wrist injury this season and is still in the process of returning from a knee injury a couple seasons ago, but he tied his season-high in minutes (26) and made a season-high five threes in Sunday's game against Sacramento, showing encouraging signs of approaching fulll recovery.
Cleared to play Tuesday After missing the past two games with a non-COVID illness, Rollins will be active for the Bucks on Tuesday. Although the 22-year-old's presence is unlikely to change Milwaukee's rotation against Sacramento a great deal, Rollins may be able to see some run in the absence of Gary Trent (hip).
Late scratch Tuesday Hunter was a late scratch for Tuesday's contest, and his next opportunity to feature will come in Wednesday's game against the Bulls. The 27-year-old has been spectacular off the bench for Atlanta this season, and the club will likely have to rely heavily on Bogdan Bogdanovic and Garrison Mathews in the second unit with Hunter sidelined.
Out Tuesday, should play Wednesday Dosunmu will miss his 10th straight contest Tuesday after being downgraded from questionable to out due to a right calf strain. While Dosunmu will likely return to action against Atlanta on Wednesday, it wouldn't be surprising for him to operate on a minutes restriction.
Gets green light Tuesday White sat out of Sunday's loss to the Kings due to the neck strain, though he'll return to game action Tuesday. There is no indication that the star guard will operate under a minutes restriction, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 21.4 points, 4.8 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 31.8 minutes per contest.
Ruled out Tuesday Despite being able to go through shootaround Tuesday, Maxey will miss the matchup against Oklahoma City. Reggie Jackson and Jeff Dowtin could see more time on the floor for Philadelphia with the rising star on the mend.
Won’t play Tuesday Martin will miss his second straight contest Tuesday after being downgraded from questionable to out due to a right groin strain. His next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with the Knicks.
Ruled out Tuesday Jerome will remain on the shelf for a second consecutive contest due to a lingering illness. The 27-year-old has averaged 17.6 minutes per contest over 36 regular-season appearances (two starts), and Sam Merrill should see an uptick in playing time with Jerome sidelined. The guard's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Thunder.
Good to go Tuesday Allen sustained the left knee injury during Sunday's win over the Hornets, though he'll suit up without missing a single game Tuesday. Over his last five outings, the 29-year-old has averaged 13.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 assists across 21.8 minutes per contest.
Doesn’t play Tuesday Graham is reportedly being considered as a potential signing for Real Madrid, according to EuroHoops.net. However, no official signing has been made, so it's unclear how long his absence will be.
Cleared to play against Phoenix Young has been cleared to face the Suns, giving the Hawks a better chance of avenging last week's loss to Phoenix. The superstar guard scored 21 points and dished out seven assists in Atlanta's loss to the Suns on the road in Phoenix.
Sent to G League for rehab Jackson has yet to play this season while recovering from right foot surgery but is in the reconditioning phase of his rehab. The second-year forward will practice with the Hustle and potentially even get some game action before being recalled to the Grizzlies to make his season debut in the NBA.
Probable for Wednesday Huff is dealing with left knee soreness, though he is expected to suit up Wednesday. The big man was held out of Monday's loss to the Rockets due to a coach's decision, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 5.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 12.8 minutes per contest. Huff will likely continue to receive little playing time unless injuries arise at the center position.
Available Tuesday Bogdanovic is good to go for the Hawks on Tuesday despite dealing with right knee inflammation, but there's a chance he'll show up on the injury report again for the second leg of Atlanta's back-to-back Wednesday against Chicago. Over his last nine appearances, the 32-year-old wing is averaging 11.3 points, 2.8 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.2 threes in 26.4 minutes. Bogdanovic figures to receive his usual allotment of playing time off the bench against Phoenix.
Participates in shootaround Tuesday Maxey was a late addition to the injury report due to a sprained left hand, though his ability to go through shootaround bodes well for his availability Tuesday. Over his last five outings, the star point guard has averaged 27.4 points, 8.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 39.0 minutes per game. If Maxey is sidelined against Oklahoma City, Reggie Jackson and Jeff Dowtin should receive a bump in playing time.
Upgraded to probable After sitting for 10 straight games due to a left calf strain, Payton is likely to make his return to Golden State's lineup Wednesday. The 32-year-old guard is playing only 13.1 minutes per game over 28 contests (four starts) for the Warriors in 2024-25, but he could see decent run while Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) remains on the shelf. Payton's return would be likely be bad news for Lindy Waters' playing time.
Likely to play Wednesday Jackson-Davis is expected to suit up after sustaining the sprained right thumb in Monday's loss to Toronto, during which he recorded three points (1-4 FG, 1-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists and a steal across 30 minutes. If the second-year pro is sidelined against the Timberwolves, Kevon Looney should see a bump in minutes. Over his last five appearances, Jackson-Davis has averaged 9.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 27.2 minutes per contest.
Iffy against Minnesota Green is in danger of missing his third straight contest Wednesday due to an illness. If Green is forced to sit out yet again, Trayce Jackson-Davis (thumb) and Lindy Waters should continue to receive increased playing time.
Deemed questionable for Wednesday Anderson is a new addition to the injury report, and the severity of his hamstring injury is still unknown. With Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) out and Draymond Green (illness) questionable, Anderson may potentially start if he is cleared to play Wednesday. In the event he is sidelined, expect Gui Santos to see extended playing time.
Questionable for Wednesday After being a late scratch ahead of Monday's loss to the Pistons, Sims is in danger of missing consecutive games Wednesday due to lower back spasms. If the 26-year-old big man can't play, the Knicks would likely look to lean on Karl-Anthony Towns (thumb) if he's available, and Precious Achiuwa would handle New York's backup center role against Philadelphia.
Probable for Wednesday Brunson has only missed one game for the Knicks of the season, and that doesn't appear to be changing Friday when New York faces Philadelphia. The superstar guard is coming off another impressive performance, finishing with 31 points and 11 assists in the loss to the Pistons.
Iffy for Wednesday Towns sustained the sprained right thumb during Monday's loss to the Pistons, though he was able to play through the injury, posting 26 points (7-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 43 minutes. With Jericho Sims (back) also listed as questionable, Precious Achiuwa and Ariel Hukporti could see a significant bump in minutes against the 76ers.
Ruled out Tuesday Head coach Carlisle says Haliburton will "likely be listed day-to-day" despite his new injury. Haliburton sustained left hamstring tightness Sunday's game against Cleveland and left after playing just 18 minutes, but will now miss Tuesday's game due to the groin injury. With Haliburton out, Coach Carlisle has decided to insert Ben Sheppard into the starting lineup, Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis reports. Expect T.J. McConnell to see extended playing time as well.
Starting sans Haliburton With Tyrese Haliburton (groin) sidelined Tuesday, Sheppard will step into the starting five. The swingman has struggled in his six starts thus far, during which he has averaged 3.8 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists while shooting 25.0 percent from the field in 25.8 minutes per contest.
Begins on-court work Drummond has missed eight of the last 10 games for Philadelphia with a toe injury but could be trending toward returning to the floor sooner rather than later. In the 26 games he's played this season, the veteran big man has averaged 7.0 points, 7.9 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game, shooting 58.3 percent from the floor.
Without timetable for return Martin has been sidelined since Dec. 23 due to a stress reaction in his left foot. The forward is out of his walking boot, though he should be considered week-to-week moving forward. Martin has received a sizable role this season, and over his last 10 appearances (six starts), he has averaged 9.3 points and 3.9 rebounds in 24.8 minutes per contest.
Still considered day-to-day Embiid has already been ruled out for Tuesday's game versus the Thunder, which will mark his fifth straight absence due to a left foot strain. However, it appears that the superstar big man isn't expected to be sidelined for a significant period, with his next opportunity to return to action being Wednesday's matchup with the Knicks.
Removed from injury report Peterson is set to be available for the Celtics on Wednesday after missing the past two games with a concussion. However, the 25-year-old is playing just 9.9 minutes per game over 11 appearances in the NBA this season and isn't a lock to see the court against Toronto.
Recalled from G League After being assigned to the Mad Ants on Monday, Furphy is back with the parent club in short order with Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) doubtful for Tuesday. The 20-year-old rookie second-rounder is logging just 8.3 minutes per game over 26 appearances with the Pacers this year, so Furphy's presence shouldn't have a major effect on Indiana's rotation, and there's no guarantee he'll see the floor in Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Solid outing in loss Samuel has recorded two double-doubles in the G League this season for the Valley Suns. He's been a solid contributor off the bench, averaging 8.6 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 18.2 minutes per game.
Fills up stat sheet in loss Despite a forgettable shooting performance in Monday's loss to Santa Cruz, Gillespie performed well in other areas. He's made an impression this season with his rebounding and ability to distribute the basketball for Valley, averaging 5.8 rebounds and 6.3 assists per game.
Solid all-around performance Washington has been solid in the G League this season. He averages 21.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 1.2 steals per game for his squad. He shoots an impressive 47.1 percent from the floor and 38.5 percent from deep.
Matches season high with five treys Monday marked Vassell's first game with at least 20 points since a Dec. 29 loss to the Timberwolves, as the swingman registered a team-high-tying 23 points. The 24-year-old is still searching for a rhythm after missing the onset of the campaign due to a knee injury, but Vassell is still averaging a productive 16.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.0 threes in 33.9 minutes over his last seven appearances. With that said, he's shooting just 39.8 percent from the field and 29.2 percent from deep during this span, so fantasy managers are hoping for Vassell to improve his shooting efficiency moving ahead.
Plans to play after suspension ESPN's Shams Charania reported Tuesday morning that Butler, who's currently serving a seven-game suspension for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team, had a face-to-face meeting with team president Pat Riley last week and reiterated that he wants to be traded and will not sign a new deal in Miami. The Heat are currently in seventh place in the Eastern Conference with a 20-18 record and have had Butler's services for only 22 games. And when he's been available, the veteran hasn't been playing his usual minutes, averaging 30.8 per game -- his lowest mark since the 2012-13 campaign. Butler has one more game remaining -- Wednesday against the Lakers -- before he's eligible to suit up again, and it sounds like he'll be back in the rotation Friday against Denver. However, his effort level and usage moving forward is anyone's guess. The Heat are attempting to cooperate with Butler's trade demand, but there hasn't been a sense of urgency ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline. Butler has been linked to the Suns, Warriors, Mavericks and Rockets.
Provides boost off bench Monday LaRavia provided a boost of Memphis' bench with an efficient 12 points and seven boards, also picking up two steals Monday. The 23-year-old forward is now averaging 8.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.8 threes in 21.4 minutes through his last six outings. With the Grizzlies' frontcourt healthy at the moment, LaRavia should remain stuck in a clear reserve role going forward, thus reducing his fantasy upside.
Questionable for Tuesday After going through shootaround, Johnson could be trending toward returning to the floor Tuesday for Brooklyn against Portland. The 28-year-old has missed the last five games for the Nets, which has resulted in five losses for the squad.
Modest scoring effort in victory While Dick has generally been one of Toronto's top scoring options in 2024-25 and got off to a hot start this season, he seems to be slowing down a bit with the team getting healthier lately. Over his last six games, the sharpshooter is averaging 9.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 2.2 threes in 25.2 minutes while shooting a poor 32.2 percent from the floor. Dick remains a decent source of treys in fantasy leagues, but he doesn't appear to be playing as pronounced a role as he was to begin the campaign.
Double-doubles in win Knox has scored 22 or more points in the last two games for the Santa Cruz Warriors and has recorded a double-double six times during this G League season. He's averaging 20.3 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists, shooting 49.4 percent from the floor and 39.6 percent from beyond the arc.
Another solid outing in win Since shifting to Detroit's starting lineup Jan. 4, Thompson has strung together several solid performances for the Pistons. Over his past four games, the versatile 21-year-old has averaged 9.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.3 steals, 2.3 assists and 0.8 threes in 21.9 minutes. The team appears to still be in the process of ramping up Thompson's workload after he missed the start of the season with blood clots, but the forward is becoming a strong source of steals for fantasy managers.
Officially out Wednesday After missing Monday's game against the Warriors, the Raptors updated Quickley's injury from hip soreness to a left groin strain. He wasn't able to practice Tuesday, but he's still listed as day-to-day which means a return against the Bucks on Friday could be on the table. Davion Mitchell will likely see extended minutes against Boston.
Continues to trend down Monday Conley continues to trend down from a fantasy perspective, failing to reach double figures in scoring in his fourth straight contest. The veteran floor general is averaging 7.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.2 threes in 22.0 minutes across his past five outings since being moved to Minnesota's bench. With Donte DiVincenzo playing well since heading to the first unit, Conley is starting to become a fringe hold in shallow fantasy leagues with diminished upside while with the second unit.
Makes defensive impact Monday Although McDaniels didn't make a major impact in the scoring department Monday, he came down with eight boards and a swat to give the Wolves a boost on the defensive end of the floor. The 24-year-old forward remains a locked-in starter in Minnesota, and he's a solid source of defensive stats while averaging 11.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.4 steals, 0.9 blocks and 1.7 threes across his last seven outings.
Continues dominance in G League The promising young center continues to put up solid numbers in the G League, averaging 20.0 points and 9.8 rebounds per game, shooting 52.2 percent from the floor and 35.3 percent from beyond the arc. He's become one of Santa Cruz's best weapons this season and could have a future on the NBA level if he continues to turn heads for his squad in the G League.
