Hendricks moved back into the rotation, taking to the court for just the second time in the past six games. After a relatively strong preseason, Hendricks has tumbled down the rotation, to the point where he is not touching the floor for multiple games at a time. While he could have some limited value down the stretch, for now, Hendricks holds no value in redraft formats.
Collier recorded at least six assists for the fourth straight game, having also scored double digits during that same span. Typically viewed as a viable streaming option for anyone needing assists, Collier could be about to step into a slightly larger role. Keyonte George suffered an ankle injury during the loss, forcing him from the game. If George is to miss any additional time, Collier could very well find himself in the starting lineup.
Sansabaugh scored double digits for the fourth straight game, although he failed to supply managers with anything of note in the peripheral categories. After a slow start to the season, it appears as though Sansabaugh has established himself as a sixth-man option for the Jazz, providing the team with a relatively consistent scoring option off the bench. In six games over the past two weeks, he has averaged 17.2 points and 2.2 three-pointers in 25.0 minutes per contest.
Thomas flashed his offensive upside, scoring at least 20 points for the first time in his past 12 games. Despite what he is capable of on the offensive end of the floor, it is clear that Brooklyn doesn't view him as a key piece of its future. He is yet to exceed 25 minutes since returning from injury, instead playing as a microwave scoring option off the bench. At best, he should be viewed as a streaming option for anyone needing points and threes.
Sharpe fell one rebound short of what would have been his third double-double of the season, turning in another impressive per-minute performance. He continues to function as a stream-level player, seemingly knocking on the door of standard leagues. In four games over the past week, he has been a top-100 player, averaging 9.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.3 steals in just 18.6 minutes per game.
Demin recorded the first double-double of his career, guiding the Nets to a rare win. While this was obviously a favorable matchup, Demin has looked better in recent times. In three appearances over the past week, he has averaged 17.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 4.0 three-pointers in 29.7 minutes per game. Despite continued inconsistencies in his production, Demin is likely going a be a must-roster player when all is said and done.
Yabusele failed to score for the sixth time in the past eight games, continuing to play as arguably the fourth-string center for the Knicks. After somewhat of a breakout campaign playing for the 76ers last season, Yabusele has simply been unable to carve out a consistent role in New York. In 41 games, he has averaged just 2.7 points and 2.1 rebounds in 8.9 minutes per contest.
Jones made his first appearance for New York after signing a two-way contract earlier in the month. Given he has been with the team for almost two weeks and this was his first look in the rotation, it's fair to assume that he won't be playing a meaningful role moving forward.
Shamet continues to struggle from the floor, having shot a combined 4-for-19 from the field in the past three games. For a player whose fantasy appeal is built around his ability to score from the perimeter, it has certainly not been an ideal period. Managers should continue to view him as a three-point streamer, although one that comes with an element of risk.
Love had 12 points off the bench, scoring in double digits for the fourth time in the past five games. Although Love has been somewhat of a surprise thus far, his overall appeal remains limited. In his last 16 appearances, he's averaged 14.3 points and 2.6 three-pointers in 27.5 minutes per game. However, with very little to speak of in the way of peripherals, his rank during that time is outside the top 200, making him nothing more than a streaming consideration for anyone needing threes.
Sarr was efficient from inside the arc but struggled from downtown, and he has shot just 26.3 percent from three-point range over his last five outings. Still, the second-year center finished as Washington's second-leading scorer and has reached the 15-point mark in eight straight games. He also chipped in at least five assists for the first time since Nov. 8, and he has dished out five-plus dimes six times this season.
Hansen appeared during garbage time, continuing what has been a disappointing rookie season thus far. Although he has been able to see the court on most nights over the past month, his playing time remains largely underwhelming. In his last 12 appearances, he has averaged 2.1 points and 1.8 rebounds in 8.6 minutes per game. Outside of dynasty formats, he holds no fantasy value at this point.
Holiday struggled once again, scoring just five points for the second straight game. Having only recently returned from a lengthy injury-related absence, Holiday has not been able to replicate his production from earlier in the season. While he does remain a must-roster player, managers may have to temper expectations moving forward. In six games over the past two weeks, Holiday has averaged just 11.5 points, 5.0 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in 22.0 minutes per contest.
Although Riley struggled with efficiency from the field, he still scored in double figures for the second time over his last five outings. The rookie first-rounder saw increased playing time in the blowout win and turned in a solid all-around performance. He set career highs in both assists and steals, leading the Wizards in swipes. The 19-year-old forward has seen double-digit minutes in each of Washington's last nine outings and may continue to see meaningful playing time with the Wizards seemingly focusing on their youth movement.
Curry was seemingly dealing with some discomfort in his knee and had a noticeable limp before exiting to the locker room in the third quarter. The superstar point guard has been dealing with right knee inflammation of late, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the 76ers. If Curry is forced to miss time, Pat Spencer and De'Anthony Melton would be candidates for increased minutes.
Queen snapped a four-game, single-digit scoring streak in Friday's win, and he did a much better job of asserting himself in the offense and taking advantage of matchups whenever he had a smaller defender on him. The Pelicans have now won three of their past four games, and they'll look to keep the good times rolling Saturday in Philadelphia.
Murphy has been mired in a shooting slump over the past three games, going just 12-for-56 from the floor and 4-for-29 from three-point range. He opened Friday's game with five straight misses and didn't get a single three-pointer to fall in his 33 minutes of action. The shots aren't falling right now, but history says it's only a matter of time before Murphy heats back up.
Williamson didn't miss a single shot through the first half of action, and he did a good job of bullying his way to the basket for easy buckets. This was his fourth straight game with at least one block, and he's been hot over that stretch, pumping out top-50 value behind averages of 22.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 1.3 blocks per contest.
While Jackson didn't have his best offensive outing, he was locked in on defense and notched a new season high in steals. After a slow start to the season, Jackson has been rolling since the calendar turned to 2026, flirting with top-30 value behind averages of 20.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.8 triples, 1.5 steals and 1.5 swats per contest.
Coward committed some careless turnovers, which resulted in the rookie spending some extra time on the bench, and he was a minus-13 in the eight-point defeat. It wasn't his best game, but Coward will look to get things back on track Saturday versus the Timberwolves.
Spencer was uber-efficient Friday evening, with his first, and only miss, not coming until midway through the fourth quarter. The sophomore guard has been heating up over the past four games, churning out top-80 value behind averages of 11.5 points, 8.3 assists and 2.0 triples per contest.
Curry showed discomfort after a three-point play and exited to the locker room after a brief talk with Drew Yoder, the team's assistant athletic trainer. He had a noticeable limp and grabbed the area around his right knee before checking out. It's worth noting that the superstar point guard has been dealing with right knee inflammation of late. The severity of the potential injury is uncertain, but losing Curry would be a huge blow for a Warriors team that already lost Jimmy Butler (knee) for the rest of the season. If Curry isn't able to return, look for De'Anthony Melton and Will Richard to see more minutes in the Warriors' backcourt.
George injured his ankle late in the fourth quarter and immediately hopped to the locker room. On a positive note, head coach Will Hardy said postgame that George's X-rays came back negative, per Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City. He finished with 26 points (9-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-10 FT), seven assists, three rebounds and one block across 32 minutes. The 22-year-old point guard's next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Raptors. If he's forced to miss time, Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton are candidates for increased minutes.
George appeared to turn his ankle and hopped to the locker room with 2:40 remaining in the fourth quarter. If he's unable to return in the final minutes of the contest, he'll finish with 26 points (9-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-10 FT), seven assists, three rebounds and one block across 32 minutes.
Brooks was the only player to reach 20 points in this game, and although he didn't stand out in any other categories, he turned in a rewarding fantasy effort. Brooks isn't expected to carry the Suns offensively on a regular basis, but he's going through his most productive stretch of the season while Devin Booker (ankle) is sidelined. This was his fourth straight game with at least 25 points, and he's reached the 20-point mark in nine of his 16 outings in January.
Jokic returned to action following a 16-game absence due to a left knee bone bruise and impressed in limited minutes. The three-time MVP operated under a minutes restriction, which may continue to be the case in the short term as the Nuggets ease their superstar back into a full workload. However, he still recorded game-high marks in points and rebounds, and he has logged a double-double or better in all but four of his 33 regular-season outings. Additionally, Jokic tallied a game-high three steals and has registered multiple swipes 15 times this season.
Branham has played an inconsistent role so far this season but saw an uptick in minutes Friday with multiple key contributors sidelined for the second leg of Washington's back-to-back set. The 22-year-old guard made the most of his increased playing time in the blowout loss, finishing as Washington's leading scorer with a season-high 17 points. The 2022 first-rounder has seen the court in four straight games, during which he has averaged 7.3 points and 1.5 rebounds across 11.5 minutes per game.
Gonzalez offered very little in the way of tangible production, scoring no more than three points for the third time in the past four games. It's been an interesting rookie campaign thus far for Gonzalez, full of ups and downs. However, the downs have certainly outnumbered the ups, with Gonzalez averaging just 4.1 points and 2.2 rebounds in 15.3 minutes per game through his first 43 appearances.
After scoring 11 points on 3-of-10 shooting from the field in Wednesday's loss to Cleveland, James bounced back against Washington. The 41-year-old finished as Los Angeles' third-leading scorer, reaching the 20-point threshold for the third time in his last five outings. Over that stretch, the superstar has averaged 19.0 points, 5.0 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals per contest.
Walsh was used sparingly again, playing fewer than 20 minutes for the seventh time in the past eight games. With Sam Hauser seemingly taking hold of the starting power forward position, Walsh has been relegated to a depth role. In eight appearances over the past two weeks, he has averaged just 3.4 points and 2.5 rebounds in 14.5 minutes per game, leaving him well outside the top 300 in nine-category formats.
Queta turned in a strong two-way effort, returning to action after missing the previous game due to an illness. Up against a questionable Sacramento lineup, Queta made the most of his time on the floor, recording his sixth double-double of the season. Despite a somewhat limited ceiling, Queta has exceeded all expectations thus far, averaging 10.0 points, 8.1 rebounds and 2.2 combined steals and blocks, cementing himself as the starting center in Boston.
Ayton was effective on both ends of the floor in this one, stuffing the stat sheet in the blowout victory. After averaging just 6.6 points per game in his previous five outings, the big man finished one point shy of tying his season high, reaching the 20-point mark for the second time this month. He also led all players in rebounds, securing his 17th double-double of the season. Additionally, Ayton swatted a game-high three shots and has now recorded at least one block in six straight games.
DeRozan had one of his worst performances of the season, recording fewer than seven points for the first time since mid-November. While this was a disappointing effort, DeRozan had scored at least 20 points in three of his previous four games. In 50 appearances this season, the veteran has averaged 19.0 points, 3.9 assists and 1.3 steals in 33.1 minutes per game, good enough for top 60 value in standard leagues.
Ellis continues to play a muted role on a Sacramento team with seemingly nothing to play for. Although his per-minute production has been adequate, the simple fact is that Ellis just isn't seeing enough court time to have any sustainable value. In four games over the past week, he has averaged 8.3 points and 2.0 three-pointers in 20.8 minutes per game.
Carter shifted into the rotation, taking advantage of what ended up being another blowout loss for the Kings. While there is a chance Carter will slide into a more meaningful role at some point, that's not yet the case. He has seen the court only twice in the past 12 games, scoring seven points in 18 minutes. For now, he is simply a name to monitor moving forward.
Carter scored 15 of his 23 points across the second and third quarters of Friday's game and finished as the Magic's third-leading scorer behind Desmond Bane (32 points) and Anthony Black (25 points). It was Carter's third 20-plus-point performance of the season and his highest scoring output since Dec. 18 against the Nuggets (26 points). He has averaged 12.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 threes and 0.8 blocks over 29.8 minutes per game since Jan. 2.
Black was particularly effective in the fourth quarter, scoring 13 of his 25 points in the frame while going 8-for-8 from the free-throw line. His 14 made free throws easily cleared his previous career high that he set Dec. 5 against the Heat (nine) and was more than he had made over his seven outings prior to Friday's contest. Black entered the Magic's starting lineup Dec. 9 and has thrived in his role. Since that point, he has averaged 19.0 points, 5.2 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 2.3 threes, 1.3 steals and 0.8 blocks over 34.6 minutes per game.
Barnes finished Friday's game as the Raptors' second-leading scorer behind Brandon Ingram (35 points), though the former made his presence felt more on the defensive side of the floor. It was the fifth time Barnes logged at least four blocks in a game this season, and he has recorded three blocks in three of his last four outings, including last Friday's win over the Trail Blazers when he blocked six shots. Barnes is averaging 2.8 combined steals-plus-blocks per game this season along with 19.4 points, 8.3 rebounds and 5.6 assists over 34.5 minutes per game.
It was another effective offensive performance from Ingram, who scored 14 of his game-high 35 points in the third quarter to give the Raptors a 99-86 lead heading into the fourth frame. It was his eighth game of the season with four or more triples, and he was the only effective Raptor from beyond the arc as his teammates collectively shot 3-for-20 from three-point range in Friday's loss. Ingram has scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games, and over that span he has averaged 23.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.2 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks over 35.2 minutes per game.
Bane couldn't be stopped from beyond the arc Friday, and he propelled the Magic to a come-from-behind victory with 16 points in the fourth quarter while connecting on all six of his field-goal attempts in the frame (including 4-for-4 from downtown). It was the sixth time in Bane's six-year NBA career that he connected on at least seven triples in a game, and he was one shy of matching his career best that he set in October 2022 as a member of the Grizzlies. Bane has averaged 23.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 3.6 threes and 1.0 steals over 36.4 minutes per game across his last five outings.
Banchero scored 14 of his 20 points in the second half and finished as the Magic's fourth-leading scorer. It was his third straight double-double and 16th of the season, and the 2022 first overall pick has been more aggressive with his scoring approach of late, having attempted at least 10 free throws in each of his last five outings. Over his last five games, Banchero has averaged 27.6 points on 51.9 percent shooting along with 8.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.8 threes over 37.4 minutes per game.
Harkless suffered a left hamstring injury in early January, and he'll likely head straight back to the G League's Salt Lake City Stars once he's cleared to play. The two-way player has appeared in just seven regular-season games with the parent club so far this season, so his continued absence shouldn't affect the Utah rotation.
Hart stuffed the stat sheet in this one and reached the 20-point threshold for a second straight game. The 30-year-old swingman also tied the game-high mark in assists and has dished out at least five dimes in three of his last four outings. Additionally, he provided at least two steals for a third consecutive contest. While Hart isn't guaranteed to score in double figures on a nightly basis, he continues to offer value through his peripheral numbers.
Pritchard was on the verge of recording what would have been his fifth game with at least 30 points this season, but he still finished as the game's highest scorer by a wide margin. Pritchard has cleared the 20-point mark in three of his last five outings and should continue as one of the Celtics' go-to options on offense as long as he continues to carry a hot hand.
After coming off the bench in three straight games, Raynaud got the starting nod Friday due to Domantas Sabonis (rest) being sidelined. Raynaud turned in an extremely efficient performance and finished as Sacramento's third-leading scorer. The rookie second-rounder also led the Kings in rebounds, securing his seventh double-double through 42 regular-season appearances. He scored in double figures for the first time since Jan. 14 and grabbed double-digit boards for the first time since Dec. 30.
Cunningham was deemed probable before the contest, but the star guard will get the nod and should handle his regular workload as the Pistons' main weapon on offense. Cunningham is averaging 21.8 points, 9.8 assists, 3.9 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.1 blocks per game in 10 appearances since the beginning of January.
Doncic recorded a 25-point triple-double in the first half, marking the second time in his career that he has posted that stat line in a single half. The superstar led all players in scoring and reached the 30-point threshold for the fifth time over his last six outings. He also led all players in assists and finished second on the Lakers in rebounds en route to his sixth triple-double on the campaign. Doncic has racked up two triple-doubles and three double-doubles in his last six games.
The second-year center will get the starting nod due to Jusuf Nurkic (illness) being sidelined. As a starter this season (15 games), Filipowski has averaged 11.6 points, 7.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists across 26.1 minutes per game.
With Nikola Jokic (knee) back in the lineup, Valanciunas will retreat to the bench. The veteran big man has averaged 8.2 points and 4.5 rebounds in 13.0 minutes per game over 32 appearances off the bench this season.
Porter was a late addition to the injury report Friday and won't suit up due to left knee soreness. Tyrese Proctor and Lonzo Ball are candidates for increased minutes due to Porter being sidelined. The 25-year-old guard's next opportunity to play will come Sunday against Portland.
Williams is back after a one-game absence, so he should see his usual minutes Friday night. Walter Clayton's minutes might dip with Williams active.
As expected, Valanciunas will shed his probable tag and suit up Friday. The veteran big man has appeared in four outings following an extended absence due to a calf strain. During that stretch, he has averaged 14.7 points, 11.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 26.0 minutes per tilt. However, with Nikola Jokic (knee) back in the lineup, Valanciunas will likely see fewer minutes.
Murray has been working through hamstring and hip inflammation of late, but he has been given the green light to play in Friday's contest. He has scored at least 24 points in seven of his last eight outings, and over that span he has averaged 28.6 points, 6.8 assists, 2.9 rebounds, 2.5 threes and 1.3 steals over 35.4 minutes per game.
This will be Jokic's first game in over a month, so while he will start, the three-time MVP will have his minutes monitored, according to Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports. Jonas Valanciunas will likely head back to the second unit with Jokic active, and Zeke Nnaji's minutes will see a sizable dip. Even with a minutes restriction, Jokic is a must-start option.
LeVert will miss a sixth consecutive contest due to an illness. The veteran guard's next opportunity to suit up will come Sunday against the Nets. Daniss Jenkins may continue to see increased playing time due to LeVert being sidelined.
The rookie first-rounder has started each of the Kings' last three games, but he'll revert to a bench role Friday while Zach LaVine re-enters the starting lineup. Clifford struggled during Thursday's loss to the 76ers, when he finished with two points (1-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one block over 27 minutes.
Williams received a spot start Wednesday with Neemias Queta out due to an illness, but Queta is back and starting Friday, so Williams will retreat to the second unit. The rookie center has not been a consistent part of the Celtics' rotation this season, so with the Boston bigs healthy, he isn't guaranteed meaningful playing time.
LaVine came off the bench during Thursday's loss to the 76ers, but the veteran wing will return to the starting lineup Friday while Nique Clifford reverts to a reserve role. LaVine has averaged 17.9 points, 2.5 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 2.6 threes over 31.0 minutes per game over his last 12 outings (10 starts).
Queta will return to action following a one-game absence due to an illness, and as expected, he'll step back into the starting five. The big man has started all but one of his 14 January appearances, during which he has averaged 10.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.4 blocks, 1.2 assists and 1.1 steals in 25.1 minutes per game.
It'll be the fourth start of the season for Scheierman (all of which have come since Jan. 12) as he takes Jaylen Brown's (hamstring) spot in Boston's starting five. In his last start against the Nets on Jan. 23, Scheierman finished with six points, seven rebounds, four assists and two steals over 34 minutes in a double-overtime victory.
Williams is back after a one-game stint on the sidelines, and his return will likely result in Yang Hansen falling out of the rotation. Williams is averaging 6.0 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game this season.
Avdija will shed his questionable tag due to a lower-back strain and suit up for a second straight outing. The 25-year-old forward has appeared in just five of Portland's last 10 games due to the back injury, averaging 22.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steals across 31.0 minutes per game during that span.
Santos was initially listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be available. Santos is averaging 4.3 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game this season.
Champagnie will enter the Wizards' starting lineup Friday for the 11th time this season due to the absence of Khris Middleton (knee). Champagnie has averaged 9.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 steals over 24.3 minutes per game over his last 10 outings (one start).
The second-year point guard will get the starting nod due to Tre Johnson (ankle) being unavailable. As a starter this season (17 games), Carrington has averaged 13.5 points, 5.6 assists and 4.0 rebounds in 34.9 minutes per contest.
Hart was initially listed as questionable for Friday's contest due to right ankle soreness, though he was upgraded to probable Friday morning before eventually being cleared to play. Over his last five outings, the 30-year-old wing has averaged 11.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.2 steals across 31.2 minutes per contest.
McBride will miss a second consecutive game while tending to a left ankle injury, and his next chance to play is Sunday against the Lakers. Tyler Kolek and Landry Shamet should both see an uptick in minutes off the bench in McBride's absence.
The Rockets held Finney-Smith out of the second leg of their back-to-back set Thursday against the Hawks due to left ankle injury management, but the veteran forward will be available for Saturday's Texas clash. Finney-Smith is averaging 2.9 points and 2.6 rebounds over 15.7 minutes per game this season.
Eason sat out Thursday's win over the Hawks with that game coming as the second in a back-to-back set, but he'll be back in action Saturday evening. Eason's return will likely result in Josh Okogie heading back to the second unit.
Conley sat out Thursday's win over the Thunder -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to back spasms. However, the veteran point guard is set to return to the lineup Saturday. Over his last five outings (one start), Conley has averaged 2.6 points, 2.4 assists and 2.0 rebounds across 18.0 minutes per game.
The second-year pro hasn't played since Christmas Day while recovering from a left foot strain. Shannon's next chance to play is Monday in a rematch with Memphis, but there is no established timeline for his return.
Reaves hasn't played since Dec. 25 due to a left calf strain, but he's progressing in his recovery and is seemingly nearing a return to action after initially being listed as questionable for Friday's matchup. His next opportunity to play will come Sunday against the Knicks. Until Reaves is cleared to play, Jake LaRavia, Marcus Smart and Gabe Vincent will likely continue to see increased minutes.
Doncic tweaked his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers, but he'll power through it and make himself available for Friday's game. Make sure you've got Doncic active for Friday's favorable matchup with the Wizards.
Green is dealing with some pain in his left Achilles, but it's not expected to keep him out of Saturday's game. Check back closer to tipoff for official word on Green's status.
Marshall sat out Thursday's loss to the Hornets -- the second leg of a back-to-back -- due to rest purposes. However, he's set to return to action Saturday. The 28-year-old forward has started each of his last 11 appearances, averaging 19.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 32.0 minutes per tilt during that span. With Marshall returning to the lineup, there will be fewer minutes available for Caleb Martin and Klay Thompson.
Williams sat out of the second leg of the Hornets' back-to-back set Thursday against the Mavericks for maintenance purposes, but the veteran forward has been cleared to play in Saturday's contest. He was cleared to return Jan. 10 after fully progressing from a torn ACL in his right knee he sustained in December 2024, and since returning he is averaging 4.9 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 17.4 minutes per game.
Grimes has missed two straight games due to a right ankle sprain but is likely to suit up Saturday. The 25-year-old guard has struggled with efficiency of late, averaging 8.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting 40.6 percent from the field and 22.9 percent from deep in 24.5 minutes per game across his last 10 appearances.
Johnson sat out Thursday's loss to the Rockets due to the calf issue, and now he's in danger of missing his second straight game. If Johnson sits again, that Vit Krejci would have another chance to start, and guys like Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum would be asked to step it up on offense.
Risacher has missed Atlanta's last 11 games due to a left knee bone bruise, though he's seemingly trending in the right direction. If the second-year forward isn't cleared to return, there will be more minutes available for Luke Kennard and Corey Kispert.
Porter is in jeopardy of missing his sixth game of the season and first since Christmas Day against the Knicks. He's averaging 17.6 minutes per game in a reserve role this season, and those minutes would likely be absorbed by Lonzo Ball and Tyrese Proctor if Porter is not cleared to play Friday.
Following a five-game absence due to a left calf contusion, Richmond made his way back onto the floor in a limited role off the bench. The St. John's product had started five of his first six G League regular-season appearances before Friday, so Richmond may reclaim his spot in the first unit as he becomes further removed from the injury.
This will be Sochan's second straight missed game due to injury. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Magic.
Champagnie was forced out of Wednesday's win over Houston after he got poked in the eye, but it looks like that will be a non-issue moving forward, considering he's not even being listed on the injury report. Champagnie is averaging 11.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 2.5 triples per game this season.
Monsanto paced the second unit in points Friday, falling just one board shy of matching the team-high total. The undrafted rookie has come off the bench in all of his 14 G League regular-season contests, scoring in double digits in half of them so far.
It's unclear at the moment exactly what Powell is dealing with, but for now, he should be considered questionable for Sunday's rematch with Chicago. The Heat will be missing three of their five regular starters for Saturday's game, so Bam Adebayo will likely be very busy on offense, and Jaime Jaquez should get some time to shine.
LeVert appears likely to miss his sixth game in a row Friday. If he does sit out against Golden State, his next chance to return comes Sunday against Brooklyn.
Cunningham logged 34 minutes Thursday against the Suns and walked away with a minor knock. For now, the expectation is that he will push through it for the second leg of this back-to-back set.
Mitchell is on track to sit out his sixth straight game Saturday, which isn't surprising given that he has yet to get through a full practice with the team. Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis will continue to pick up the slack while Mitchell is out.
Herro will miss his ninth straight game and continues to be ruled out a day in advance of games, suggesting he's week-to-week. Consider him doubtful at best for Sunday's rematch against Chicago.
After sitting on the shelf for well over a month with an ankle injury, Davis was finally cleared to return to the court for his G League regular-season debut. The 2022 first-rounder made an immediate splash while leading the second unit in scoring, and Davis has now put up at least 15 points in seven of his 11 appearances in 2025-26.
Nikola Vucevic (rest) is slated to sit out Saturday's game, so Smith will likely be starting if he's cleared. Check back for another update on Smith closer to Saturday's tip.
With Nikola Vucevic (rest) not expected to play and Jalen Smith's (calf) status up in the air, it's possible Miller could enter the rotation Saturday evening if he's able to give it a go. Check back closer to tipoff for official word on Miller's status.
Jones was given at least a two-week timetable back a week ago. With that in mind, a return against the Nuggets on Feb. 7 may be his best-case scenario.
Vucevic is expected to rest on the first leg of this upcoming back-to-back set, and managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff. With Vucevic unavailable and Jalen Smith (calf) questionable, Matas Buzelis and Patrick Williams could be tapped to play some center minutes Saturday evening.
Saturday's game is the first leg of a back-to-back set, and Giddey is a prime candidate for another maintenance day -- he just missed Thursday's game for maintenance-related reasons. If he misses any action, Kevin Huerter, Ayo Dosunmu and Isaac Okoro could see more action for Chicago.
Saturday's game is the first leg of a back-to-back set. Josh Giddey (hamstring) is also questionable for injury management, so the Bulls are likely considering a maintenance day for both players. If that happens, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu would likely take on larger roles for the Bulls.
It appears that Green will be returning from a three-game absence Friday evening, but he'll likely have some heavy minutes restrictions. Jordan Goodwin's minutes and usage will dip with Green active.
Valanciunas is expected to play through another probable tag related to his calf injury. He may see a reduced role, however, as Nikola Jokic (knee) is expected back in the lineup Friday.
The Nuggets continue to list Murray as probable, and he continues to play. Managers can expect to get official confirmation on his status closer to Friday's tip. Murray closed with 27 points (9-16 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Thursday's 107-103 win over Brooklyn.
Michael Porter (personal) won't play Friday, so Thomas could see a lot of offense coming his way, making him an intriguing target in daily fantasy leagues with a favorable matchup against the Jazz. Thomas is averaging 15.9 points on 39.5 percent shooting from the floor and 83.8 percent at the stripe this season.
This will be Clowney's fourth consecutive game on the inactive list, and it's unclear if he's made any progress with his back issue. Danny Wolf should get another start Friday evening, and he could see some more shots falling his way with Michael Porter (personal) also unavailable.
This is a major surprise for Denver, but certainly a welcome one. It was reported Jan. 27 that Jokic wouldn't be re-evaluated for another week, but the superstar center is ahead of schedule in his rehab and will bolster Denver's frontcourt. With this news, Jonas Valanciunas is likely to retreat to the second unit. For what it's worth, the official injury report lists Jokic as questionable.
Friday's game is the second of a back-to-back set, so Porter likely would have been rested anyway, but instead, he'll skip the game for personal reasons. With both Porter and Noah Clowney (back) unavailable for Friday's game, Danny Wolf and Egor Demin could see a sizeable uptick in usage and Drake Powell could start. Porter's next chance to play will come Sunday in Detroit.
Williams will be sidelined for a second straight game. His next chance to play comes Sunday against Detroit. With Michael Porter (rest) and Noah Clowney (back) also out, Terance Mann, Danny Wolf and Drake Powell are candidates for increased minutes.
After getting the first leg of this back-to-back set off for maintenance, Demin will be back in the rotation Friday. Looking ahead, Brooklyn's next back-to-back set doesn't begin until Feb. 19.
Jerome was previously listed as doubtful and recently practiced in the G League, so he's nearing a return for Memphis. His next chance to make his Grizzlies debut comes Saturday against Minnesota.
Leonard was able to practice Thursday with no issues and will play through another questionable tag. The forward is averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.7 three-pointers over his last three outings.
The scoring comes and goes with Martin, but he's capable of contributing a little bit of everything to the stat sheet without really hurting you in any area. Over the past eight games, Martin has been a top-80 option with averages of 7.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 triples, 1.6 steals and 0.9 swats per contest.
Robinson has been off from three-point territory over the past two games, converting just one of his 14 attempts from distance. The three-point marksman has hit a minor bump in the road, but he should snap out of his shooting funk soon enough, and he'll have an opportunity to do so Friday against the Warriors.
Westbrook will sit for the second straight game. He was previously marked as questionable ahead of Thursday's outing, so fantasy managers can operate under the assumption that he's day-to-day. In the meantime, Dennis Schroder is likely to take on an expanded role.
Monk is set to return from a two-game layoff Friday evening, and with Russell Westbrook (foot) out, Monk could see some additional minutes and shots falling his way. The nine-year veteran has been heating up over the past five games with averages of 18.6 points, 3.2 assists, 3.8 triples and just 1.4 turnovers per contest.
Friday's game is the second leg of a back-to-back set, so Sabonis will sit out for maintenance reasons. In his absence, the Kings will likely lean more on Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell. Precious Achiuwa could see a slight uptick in minutes as well.
With both Davion Mitchell (shoulder) and Tyler Herro (ribs) nursing injuries, Larsson has been flirting with 30 minutes per contest, and he's made the most of the increased opportunity. Over his past four appearances, Larsson has been a late-round producer with averages of 13.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.0 three-pointers per game.
Okoro continues to see sizable workloads for the Bulls, but his fantasy appeal remains very low. Over his last 11 games, he's seeing 26.5 minutes per contest with averages of 8.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.5 steals, 0.5 blocks and 1.3 three-pointers on 47.3 percent shooting from the field.
Achiuwa's 13 boards were a game high, and this was his fourth game in January with at least one steal and one block. His minutes fluctuate with the matchup, so he's not much more than a rebounding specialist in deep leagues. Through 16 games in January, Achiuwa has averaged 8.1 points and 6.3 rebounds per contest.
Pickett continues to start for a shorthanded Denver squad but had another quiet outing. Meanwhile, both Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway had productive games off the bench. Pickett has been ice cold for quite a while and is only worth monitoring in deeper formats for the time being.
Capela was a bright spot against his former team. Although he's been used sparingly by Houston this season, he does have an opportunity to carve out a larger role with Steven Adams (ankle) out for the season. The veteran center logged single-digit minutes in his previous two contests, so fantasy managers will need to see consistent workloads before adding him in most cases.
This was a strong showing for Nance after seeing a combined 14 minutes in his last two appearances. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) sidelined and in the rumor mill, Nance is someone who could carve out a larger role for himself in the second half of the season. He's someone to monitor closely in deeper formats.
Watson contributed to his team's victory through shooting and defensive numbers while barely notching a double-double Thursday. Watson increased his G League averages to 11.2 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals per contest across the 2025-26 campaign.
Queta will shake off a probable tag and is set to return from a one-game absence. With this news, Amari Williams is likely to retreat to the second unit Friday.
No surprise here, as Brown was previously considered doubtful. Presumably, this is more of a maintenance day, but it remains to be seen if he will be back for Sunday's game against the Bucks. In the meantime, this could be a big opportunity for Hugo Gonzalez and Baylor Scheierman to see more run.
Davis had an explosive performance, taking advantage of his opportunities to produce everywhere while leading his side in points, rebounds and assists. He achieved the first triple-double for any South Bay player in the current campaign, strengthening his solid form offensively and adding his second double-digit rebound count of the season.
East was quite active despite being deployed as a member of the second unit this time. The 29 points ended as a team-high tally and represented East's best record since Nov. 18. Despite being left out of the starting lineup in most contests, he's now averaging 18.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.1 steals in 27.2 minutes per game this season.
Vukcevic will be sidelined for the eighth straight game, and there's been no indication that he's close to a return. He can be considered week-to-week.
Bagley will be sidelined for a fifth straight contest and remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play comes Sunday against the Kings.
Johnson suffered a left ankle sprain Thursday against the Bucks and was unable to return, so it's not a surprise to see him sitting out for this contest. In his absence, the Wizards will likely rely heavily on second-year point guard Bub Carrington.
Middleton will sit out for maintenance-related reasons for the second leg of this back-to-back set. During Thursday's game against the Bucks, Middleton logged 26 minutes with 13 points, six rebounds and four assists.
Abmas made his sixth consecutive appearance off the bench against South Bay, but he showed significant improvement over his previous output in almost every statistical category. He was particularly efficient from beyond the arc, with his 62.5 percent accuracy marking a season-high performance.
Ingram struggled to convert his attempts from the field but still got close to a double-double during Thursday's defeat. The two-way forward remains a largely unused asset for San Antonio while serving as the G League team's most reliable source of rebounds, which should be the case again in upcoming action.
Love will join Jusuf Nurkic (illness) on the sidelines for this one. Love is sitting out for the second straight game, but he remains day-to-day with a chance to return Sunday against Toronto.
Nurkic was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest. The same goes for Kevin Love (illness), leaving the Jazz shorthanded in the frontcourt. With this news, Kyle Filipowski and Taylor Hendricks could see expanded roles Friday.
Williams had a fine outing as he complemented his season-high scoring total with a significant production of rebounds. He bounced back from a run of three quiet games since moving from the starting lineup to a backup role. The double-double increased his 2025-26 season tally to three in 23 games played.
Dennis operated as his team's biggest threat from the field during a solid performance Thursday. The guard tallied his second-most points over the latest 10 G League games. He has been a regular starter and should continue to play a primary role in Stockton's offense in the future.
Morales extended his positive momentum following a season-high 30 points during his previous game, although he was not so efficient this time. In any case, Morales has achieved two consecutive double-doubles, adding to a season total of seven, which represents the highest figure on the squad.
McBride was previously labeled as questionable, suggesting that he's day-to-day. However, he appears likely to miss his second straight contest for New York. That could result in more minutes for Tyler Kolek and Landry Shamet.
Hart is trending towards playing after previously carrying a probable tag. If he can get through warmups without any setbacks, Hart is likely to get the green light to suit up. Over his last eight appearances, Hart has averaged 11.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 32.0 minutes per game.
Smart led his team in points during the victory, making the most of his time on the court in his usual role as part of Osceola's second unit. The 26-year-old tied his season-high scoring mark, and the seven three-pointers qualified as his best count in 14 regular-season appearances.
Jones took over a starting role in Westchester's rotation after coming off the bench in two straight contests, and he finished with a game-high scoring total. Jones has seen sporadic minutes with the NBA squad since signing a two-way deal with the Knicks, but for now, it seems like most of his opportunities will come in the G League in the coming weeks.
Cooper Flagg remains the best rookie in this year's class, but Knueppel has been better than advertised and has emerged as a key player for the Hornets already. This 34-point output was Knueppel's highest-scoring output of his career, and the eight three-pointers were also a career-best mark. Knueppel is averaging 18.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.8 three-pointers made per game since the beginning of January while making 42.3 percent of his attempts from beyond the arc over that stretch.
Ball was locked in from three-point range and drained at least six threes for the seventh time this season, and he ended just one assist away from recording what would've been his third double-double of the month. Ball has been productive all season long, and his January numbers have been quite solid, but there's been some regression compared to the numbers he'd been posting in recent months. Over 16 games in January, he's averaging 17.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 6.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 3.5 three-pointers made. To put things into context, he was averaging 20.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game between October and December.
Miller reached the 20-point mark for the ninth straight game, and he continues to be one of the most reliable offensive weapons for a rising Hornets team that has won four of its last five contests. Over that nine-game stretch, Miller is averaging a solid line of 24.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.9 steals and 3.6 three-pointers made per game.
McCullar will look to return to action as soon as he's ready for a full workload. He's a two-way option for the Knicks, but he has been left out of the rotation at the NBA level for most of the last month. Thus, he could see more consistent playing time with Westchester, potentially threatening Toby Okani's role whenever he's healthy.
Washington made his presence felt on both ends of the court, ending just one rebound shy of a double-double while posting at least two stocks for the fifth straight contest. Washington has been linked with a move away from the Mavericks before the Feb. 5 deadline, but until that materializes, he should continue to see a steady workload in the frontcourt. Washington is averaging 11.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per game in his last four contests.
Harper excelled in both attacking and defensive aspects, with his 37 points representing a game-high tally and his all-around effort leading to a second straight game with multiple assists, blocks and steals. Despite playing just a few minutes for the NBA Celtics over the past few months, the two-way player has found success in the G League, leading his squad with a regular-season average of 23.6 points per game.
The third-year guard returned from a one-game absence due to a hand sprain and didn't miss a beat, draining multiple three-pointers in his eighth straight appearance. Gillespie has been locked in from beyond the arc during that stretch, averaging 14.9 points, 4.3 boards, 3.5 assists, 3.5 threes and 1.1 steals in 29.3 minutes while shooting a blistering 51.9 percent from long distance.
Making his third straight start with both Devin Booker (ankle) and Jalen Green (hamstring) unavailable, Allen delivered his best scoring performance since Jan. 15, when he also lit up the Pistons for 33 points. The veteran guard has scored in double digits in 12 straight games (four starts), averaging 18.4 points, 3.5 boards, 3.5 threes, 3.3 assists and 0.9 steals in 29.0 minutes.
Thompson returned to the rotation after missing the loss to the Timberwolves on Wednesday and notched his best scoring output since dropping 23 points against the Jazz on Jan. 17. The veteran sharpshooter is not the player he once was, but he might be useful in category-based leagues due to his three-point shooting. He's making 3.5 threes per game and hitting 43.7 percent of his attempts since the beginning of January.
The double-double was Duren's third in eight games since returning from an ankle injury, and his 21st of the season -- tying him for ninth in the league -- while the 23 points represented his best scoring effort during that span. Since rejoining the Pistons' lineup, the fourth-year center is averaging 17.8 points, 10.5 boards, 1.9 assists, 0.8 blocks and 0.8 steals while shooting 65.6 percent from the floor.
McCoy continued to make an impact off the bench as he came two assists short of a double-double, while his 25 points tied for the highest total on the team during the victory. McCoy also added unusual three-point shooting production to his regular offensive value.
The fifth-year star appears to be fully recovered from a sore wrist and a bruised hip that contributed to a mid-January swoon, scoring more than 20 points in three straight games and delivering double-doubles in two of them. Through 10 games this month, Cunningham is averaging 21.8 points, 9.8 assists, 3.9 boards, 1.5 steals, 1.5 threes and 1.1 blocks despite shooting just 40.9 percent from the floor and 29.4 percent from beyond the arc.
The fourth-year forward continues to be a reliable secondary option in the Nuggets' offense, helping to fill the hole left by the absence of Nikola Jokic (knee). Watson has scored in double digits in 17 straight games dating back to Dec. 27, averaging 21.1 points, 5.5 boards, 2.5 assists, 2.1 threes, 1.4 blocks and 1.2 steals over that stretch.
The seven made three-pointers tied his season high, and it was the fourth time in 14 January games that Hardaway has scored at least 25 points, as he continues to anchor the second unit for an injury-depleted Denver squad. On the month, the veteran forward is averaging 16.0 points, 3.3 threes, 2.9 boards and 1.6 assists in 28.9 minutes.
The 27 points led the Nuggets on the night. Murray is battling through some nagging injuries, but with Nikola Jokic (knee) on the shelf, the 28-year-old guard is toughing it out. Murray's been able to play 12 of the 16 games Jokic has missed so far, scoring more than 20 points in 11 of them while averaging 27.8 points, 8.3 assists, 4.2 boards, 2.7 threes and 1.0 steals.
Making his first start in the NBA with fellow rookie Egor Demin (foot) sidelined, Traore didn't look out of place, but he didn't make much of an impact, either. Traore missed the last two games himself due to an illness, and through 14 contests in January, the 19th overall pick in the 2025 Draft is averaging 7.9 points, 3.5 assists, 1.5 boards and 1.1 threes in 23.9 minutes.
Goodwin was one of the top performers in Thursday's matchup with an efficient effort from three-point range and a solid impact on the boards. He reached double digits in rebounds for the first time in the 2025-26 season, leading to his first double-double in that span. Additionally, he recorded more than 20 points for the fourth consecutive game.
Williams reached the 15-point mark for the fourth straight game, and for the seventh time across his last eight appearances. The fourth-year guard continues to have a solid season, even if he's moved to a bench role. He's averaging 15.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 0.8 steals per game since the beginning of January.
The 26-year-old center came close to producing his third career triple-double, with the previous two both coming this season. Claxton has delivered solid secondary numbers since returning to the starting lineup Jan. 9, and over the last 12 games, he's averaging 10.0 points, 6.7 boards, 4.2 assists and 1.6 blocks in 28.9 minutes a contest while shooting 55.9 percent from the floor.
Labissiere signed a 10-day contract with the Wizards on Tuesday and logged his first four minutes of play in the NBA season against Portland. The center is expected to serve as a depth player for Washington, but he's now moving to the G League affiliate, where he played a great role previously in the campaign, averaging 19.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.3 blocks per game.
Jones will rejoin the parent club ahead of Saturday's clash with Atlanta after spending a day with the G League squad. However, given the limited role he has played at the NBA level since recovering from a major back injury in December, he's likely to remain a reserve option in the short term.
Powell has posted back-to-back games with at least 20 points for the first time since a back-to-back set Jan. 19 and 20. A steady scoring threat, Powell continues to have a strong role on offense. He's averaging 21.5 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game in January while shooting 38.3 percent from three-point range in those 15 contests.
Jaquez has been one of the most productive bench players in the NBA this season, and he's scored in double digits in each of his last three outings, racking up 52 points, 19 rebounds and 16 assists over that span. Jaquez is averaging 12.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game while coming off the bench in each of his 12 contests since the beginning of January.
Adebayo continues to leave his mark on both ends of the court. This was his sixth consecutive game with at least 20 points, and he has notched four double-doubles in that stretch. Adebayo is firmly entrenched as one of the Heat's go-to options on offense after reaching the 20-point plateau in all but one of his last 10 outings, a stretch in which he's averaging a robust line of 23.1 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.1 steals per contest.
Johnson recovered from an illness early in the week but is getting some practice with the G League team, heading back on assignment despite being recalled Thursday. While he hasn't played since Jan. 16, Johnson could see meaningful action with the Go-Go in upcoming games. Over his previous stints in the G League, he recorded an average of 17.6 points per contest.
White was one of several Chicago players who shot the ball poorly in this contest, but his work from the charity stripe salvaged his fantasy output. White has posted exactly 14 points in back-to-back games while shooting 26.9 percent from the field in those contests. It's a clear regression from his previous stretch of five consecutive appearances with 20 or more points between Jan. 18 and Jan. 26. His long-term fantasy upside lies somewhere between those two stretches.
Vucevic did enough to secure a double-double, a feat he's achieved in seven of his 15 appearances in January, but his shooting woes were noticeable. Vucevic hasn't stopped producing even when he's struggled with his shot, so fantasy managers shouldn't put too much stock into an off night. Even with the ups and downs in efficiency, Vucevic is still averaging 18.9 points, 9.6 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game since the beginning of January.
Robert rolled to his ninth double-double in 13 January appearances. He didn't need many opportunities on the offensive end to reach double figures and managed to power through an ankle sprain that he seemingly picked up during Monday's clash against Golden State. The big man is averaging 10.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.7 blocks so far this month.
Huerter has been impressing off the bench, scoring in double digits in seven of his last 11 outings. This was also the seventh time he drained at least four three-pointers, a season-high mark. Huerter could be in line for a bigger role after the trade deadline, although that depends on the personnel moves the Bulls make. For the time being, he should continue to be an option off the bench, a scenario that limits his upside in most formats.
McDaniels impressed from beyond the arc Thursday, where he scored 15 of his 21 points. He's been incredibly successful when given opportunities from deep, hitting at a clip of 44.0 percent over 47 games so far this season.
Hartenstein was clearly operating with some restrictions following a 16-game absence due to a right soleus strain, as he came off the bench for what was his first appearance since Dec. 28. He was effective in limited chances on the offensive end and tacked on five points from the free-throw line. The veteran center will most likely have his playing time monitored closely once again Sunday in Denver.
