Harris missed Thursday's loss to the Wizards due to left hamstring soreness, though he's likely to play Sunday. The veteran swingman averaged 2.4 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 15.2 minutes per game across 10 appearances (two starts) in January.
Beauchamp hadn't taken the floor for the Blue Coats since Jan. 19 due to an ankle injury before he returned to action Friday without any playing-time restriction. The 2022 first-round pick signed a two-way deal with the 76ers on Dec. 26 but has yet to make an appearance at the NBA level this season and will likely remain with Delaware for the foreseeable future.
Wembanyama failed to block a shot for just the third time in his last 13 outings, and he fell two rebounds shy of logging his sixth consecutive double-double. He'll wrap up the month of January having averaged 23.6 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 2.2 threes, 2.2 blocks and 0.9 steals over 27.7 minutes per game.
Castle finished Saturday's contest as the Spurs' leader in assists and tied with Victor Wembanyama for the second-most points behind rookie Dylan Harper (20). Castle has registered at least eight assists in seven of his last nine outings, and over that span he has averaged 14.6 points, 7.9 assists, 4.8 rebounds, 1.3 threes and 1.1 steals over 32.3 minutes per game.
Harper had an efficient performance from the field during Saturday's loss and was the only Spurs player to crack the 20-point threshold. The rookie first-rounder has been inconsistent with his scoring this season, as his scoring output Saturday was his most in a game since Jan. 2 against the Pacers (22 points). Harper will end the month of January having averaged 9.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.8 assists over 21.3 minutes per game.
Diabate led the Hornets in rebounds Saturday en route to his 13th double-double of the season (and third over his last five outings). He has scored in double digits in six consecutive games, and over that span he has connected on 75.6 percent of his field-goal attempts while averaging 12.2 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 blocks over 27.8 minutes per game.
It was an incredibly efficient outing for Sexton, who finished as the Hornets' second-leading scorer behind Brandon Miller (26 points). Sexton set a season high with five triples Saturday, and his 21 points were his most in a game since Jan. 7 against the Raptors (22). He'll end the month of January having averaged 13.0 points, 3.0 assists, 1.6 rebounds, 1.4 threes and 1.1 steals over 19.7 minutes per game.
House benefited from a rare volume of shot attempts and recorded his most points and assists in the last four G League games. Despite being a second-unit option, the 24-year-old guard has scored over 20 points in three of his last five appearances while adding at least five assists in each of those performances.
Miller struggled from the field for most of Saturday's game outside of the second quarter, when he scored 18 of his game-high 26 points. He was perfect from the charity stripe, and his nine made free throws were his most in a game since Dec. 29 against the Bucks (10). Miller's performance extended his streak of 20-plus-point games to 10, and over that span he has connected on 51.2 percent of his field-goal attempts (including 43.8 percent from three-point range) while averaging 24.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 3.5 threes and 0.9 steals over 30.7 minutes per game.
Wagner is set to miss a sixth consecutive game while managing a left ankle injury. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the Thunder, though he hasn't been cleared to participate in full-contact work. Anthony Black, Tristan da Silva and Noah Penda should continue to operate in expanded roles for as long as Wagner is sidelined.
Baldwin made his 22nd G League start of the season, operating as a power forward during a close victory. Despite failing to latch back on with the Los Angeles Clippers following a 10-day contract, Baldwin returned to the San Diego affiliate, where he's likely to enjoy consistent playing time. His recent outing against College Park boosted his season averages to 21.0 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.
Reddish could be close to making his G League debut after being rested in the last game. However, it's still unclear what role he'll play, possibly serving as a second-unit asset behind current starter John Poulakidas.
Pippen has yet to make his season debut while recovering from left big toe surgery he underwent in October and will remain sidelined Saturday. However, the 25-year-old guard recently joined the Grizzlies' G League affiliate for practice and appears to be nearing a return to action. His next chance to play will come Monday against Minnesota, though he should be considered doubtful for that one until Memphis offers an update on his status.
Aldama will miss a third consecutive game (and fifth in six games) while managing a right knee injury, and his next chance to play is Monday in a rematch against Minnesota. Jock Landale should remain in the Grizzlies' starting five for as long as Aldama is sidelined.
The quad injury is a new concern for Jackson, who is not expected to suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. John Konchar (neck) is doubtful and Santi Aldama (knee) is out, so the Grizzlies are likely to be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt. GG Jackson, Vince Williams and Olivier-Maxence Prosper would be candidates for increased playing time if Jackson and Konchar are ultimately ruled out.
Konchar may have picked up the injury during the Grizzlies' 114-106 loss to the Pelicans on Friday, when he tallied nine points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists over 22 minutes. He has averaged 21.4 minutes per game over his last five outings, and that playing time will be absorbed by GG Jackson and Vince Williams, assuming Konchar is ruled out for Saturday's contest.
Dennis led his team in scoring and was not far from a double-double with eight boards and eight dimes. The two-way player has struggled to find a role in Atlanta's rotation, but he's leading the Skyhawks in points and assists this season and should be expected to retain meaningful involvement at the G League level.
Jerome continues to recover from a high-grade right calf strain that he suffered during the preseason, and he has a chance to make his Grizzlies debut Saturday. He appeared in 70 regular-season games (three starts) for the Cavaliers in 2024-25 and averaged 12.5 points, 3.4 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 1.6 threes and 1.1 steals over 19.9 minutes per game.
Johnson has posted significant production in various areas over his last three starts, averaging 17.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game during that period. Additionally, the double-double against San Diego was his fourth of the season, placing him as the team's third-best player in that aspect.
Walker completed his recovery from a hip issue that had sidelined him since Jan. 14, and he bounced back in limited minutes off the bench. While he wasn't in top form before the injury, he'll now look to deliver some shooting numbers as an alternative in the rotation with Caleb Houstan.
Kinsey had one of his best shooting displays in a while as he shot 64.3 percent from the field in this game. The regular starter has now exceeded 20 points in two of his last six matchups, though it remains to be seen if he'll find consistency for the remainder of the season.
Moni led his side in points and steals while adding enough rebounds to secure a double-double in the victory. After making his first two starts of the season in the last couple of games, Moni could continue to take advantage of the opportunity to raise his current regular-season numbers of 8.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.6 steals per contest.
Johnson excelled yet again in terms of points and rebounds en route to his second consecutive double-double, staying among the G League leaders in that category. The experienced forward is in great form and remains Iowa's top producer of rebounds with an average of 10.9 per game.
McDermott made an all-around impact in this game, and the 20 points set a new season-high mark for him. The versatile forward moved to a starting spot for the first time in the 2025-26 campaign, and his performance could help him retain significant playing time throughout the season.
Krejci was a late addition to the injury report, which isn't a positive sign for his availability. The 25-year-old will likely be a game-time decision ahead of tipoff at 7:00 p.m. ET, and if he isn't cleared to suit up, Luke Kennard and Corey Kispert would be candidates for increased minutes.
Bassey had an outstanding performance in his 11th G League start of the 2025-26 campaign after being assigned to Delaware on Monday. The double-double increased his count to six, counting the ones he recorded during his time on the Santa Cruz Warriors. He might continue to play a role in the Blue Coats' rotation given that he's only a depth option for the NBA squad.
Williams didn't get his usual playing time, but his comeback was a great boost for the team's offense. Williams averaged 15.9 points and 6.4 rebounds per game before his 11-day absence. Assuming he'll be gradually promoted into a bigger role, his inclusion will send either Charles Bassey or Saint Thomas down on the depth chart.
It was an incredibly efficient night for Omier, who scored a season-high 32 points during Friday's G League win. Over his last five outings with the Charge, Omier has averaged 19.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 steals over 28.6 minutes per contest.
Alatishe missed his chance to play his 13th regular-season game because of the issue. His availability is now in doubt ahead of upcoming contests. In any case, he would normally be a bench asset behind Tristan Enaruna.
Lovering barely managed to post his third double-double of the season as he remained active on the boards during Friday's game. The 22-year-old has been a decent source of production on the glass throughout the campaign but hasn't been too reliable in other aspects as part of a struggling squad.
Burton stood out mostly for his offensive effort for the second straight game, having totaled 66 points while shooting 26-for-42 from the field over that period. Burton has been one of the Hustle's most decent performers, leading them with a regular-season average of 19.8 points per contest as the team continues to struggle in recent action.
McGlothan stood out from the home side's second unit, recording a game-high scoring tally Friday. The forward has now posted 25 and 26 points, respectively, in his last two appearances off the bench. His 76.9 accuracy from the field against the Squadron qualified as his second-best percentage in 28 games played this season.
Mitchell will miss a sixth consecutive game due to a left shoulder sprain, and his next chance to suit up is in Sunday's rematch against Chicago, though he doesn't appear to have an established timeline to return. Rookie Kasparas Jakucionis should continue to start for Miami for as long as Mitchell is sidelined.
Martin played more than 20 minutes in each of his previous nine G League appearances and posted a season-high 28 points in his last game before picking up the ailment. He'll look to become an option as soon as he's healthy, but he's now questionable to play in upcoming contests.
Drummond saw just four minutes of playing time during the 76ers' win over the Kings on Thursday, but it's unclear whether his current illness played a factor in his limited playing time. Adem Bona would take on a larger role off the bench as the Sixers' backup big man behind Joel Embiid if Drummond is unable to play Saturday.
Travers returned to action for the G League club for the first time since Jan. 22 after a brief absence due to the illness. The 24-year-old wing is signed to a two-way deal with the Cavaliers but has largely been an afterthought at the NBA level, appearing in just 12 contests this season while averaging 2.3 points and 2.0 rebounds in 8.6 minutes.
Hildreth missed his team's final game in January, and it's now unclear when he'll be able to return to action. While he wasn't always a starter, the Englishman was involved in recent games, averaging 6.9 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.3 steals per game prior to his absence. This blow could now lead to Ethan Thompson taking on a greater role in future games.
Brooks led the Squadron in scoring, though it wasn't enough for them to avoid their 14th defeat of the regular season. After making an impact off the bench, Brooks could aim to regain a starting spot at some point in upcoming games, but his team's poor form may limit his potential.
The suspension will start with Saturday's game against the Pelicans and will keep George off the floor until late March. When healthy, George made an impact as the team's third option behind Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, so George's extended absence is a big blow to a Sixers team in the midst of a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race. In George's absence, Dominick Barlow figures to be the top candidate to enter the 76ers' starting lineup, and Kelly Oubre should also take on an expanded role for Philadelphia.
Barnes has struggled since the beginning of January, having averaged 6.8 points per game while shooting just 36.6 percent from the field (including 26.7 percent from three on 4.3 3PA/G) over that span. He'll come off the bench Saturday for the first time this season while Devin Vassell enters the Spurs' starting five alongside De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Julian Champagnie and Victor Wembanyama.
Johnson achieved a team-high scoring total as part of an all-around display during Friday's matchup. He scored his most points in seven games played since Jan. 9. He has been occasionally reliable for defensive output, but his most outstanding stat in the current campaign is his average of 19.6 points per game.
Vassell has come off the bench in each of his last two outings following a return from a 13-game absence due to a strained left adductor, but he'll be in the Spurs' starting five Saturday while Harrison Barnes serves in a reserve role. Vassell was a permanent member of the Spurs' starting lineup prior to his injury, during which he averaged 15.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.7 threes and 0.9 steals over 31.9 minutes per game.
The late-game cameo in garbage time marked Boucher's first appearance for the Celtics since Nov. 23. Boucher had occasionally missed some time since then due to illness, a personal matter and back spasms, but he's been available during that stretch more often than not and simply hasn't been part of the rotation. Boucher's outlook is unlikely to change over the rest of the season while all of Neemias Queta, Sam Hauser, Jordan Walsh, Luka Garza, Amari Williams and Josh Minott continue to prioritized ahead of him in the frontcourt.
Bezhanishvili was one of three Windy City players to record a double-double in Friday's win, leading the team in rebounds while finishing second in points behind Kevin Knox (29). Bezhanishvili has logged a double-double in two of his last three G League outings and has averaged 13.4 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists over 37.9 minutes per game in his last 10 games.
Knox was very active as his team's top shooter while adding several defensive rebounds in a fine performance. The forward notched a double-double for the third straight game, strengthening his value on both ends of the court amid a very consistent campaign so far.
Miller is progressing in his recovery from a migraine and should be available for Saturday's contest. He hasn't seen NBA-level action since Dec. 7 but could see the court as Jalen Smith (calf) has been ruled out and Nikola Vucevic (rest) is listed as doubtful.
Smith injured his right calf during the Bulls' 116-113 loss to Miami on Thursday, which will prevent him from playing in Saturday's contest. Nikola Vucevic (rest) is listed as doubtful for the contest, so the Bulls will have to lean on Lachlan Olbrich and Patrick Williams in Smith's absence. Smith's next chance to play is Sunday's rematch with the Heat.
McClung headed to the sidelines following a great run of form, as he had scored at least 20 points in each of his last 15 outings while tallying five double-doubles over that stretch. Therefore, his health is now a major concern for the G League Bulls. If he fails to recover in time for the next few contests, his place in the starting lineup could be filled by either forward Keyshawn Bryant or two-way player Yuki Kawamura.
White has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful and will likely miss the first half of Chicago's back-to-back set in Miami. Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Jalen Smith (calf) have already been ruled out, while Nikola Vucevic (rest) is also doubtful, so the Bulls will be extremely shorthanded Saturday, especially with Tre Jones (hamstring) and Zach Collins (toe) still sidelined indefinitely.
Saturday is Chicago's first game of a back-to-back set with Miami, so Giddey will sit for the front end while managing a left hamstring injury. Coby White (calf) is listed as doubtful for the contest, so Ayo Dosunmu, Kevin Huerter and Jevon Carter are all candidates to take on larger roles in Saturday's contest.
Gilbert posted good offensive numbers, leading his team in points and assists during Thursday's clash. However, it was his lowest scoring tally in the last four games. He'll look to retain a starting role going forward and help his side get back on track with shooting and playmaking contributions.
Hickman failed to extend a streak of six consecutive starts as he sustained a knee issue prior to Friday's clash. While the severity of the blow is unclear, Hickman is at risk of staying unavailable for a few more games. He was in erratic form before getting hurt, but his absence reduced the team's depth while causing Alondes Williams to move from a forward to a guard spot.
Sears shot the ball well during Friday's game, racking up a season-high six three-pointers. Despite starting each of the last five contests, he had been unable to produce more than 20 points, seven rebounds or seven assists in that span until now.
Green popped up on Friday's injury report as probable due to left Achilles tendinopathy, but the sixth-year pro has been given the green light to play in Saturday's matinee. He has failed to reach double-digit points in nine of his last 10 outings and has averaged 15.7 minutes per game off the bench over that span, so his availability won't move the needle too much in most fantasy formats.
Friday marked the 18th time this season that Gillespie connected on at least four three-pointers in a game, and he finished as the Suns' third-leading scorer behind Dillon Brooks (27 points) and Jordan Goodwin (17 points). Gillespie has scored in double digits in nine straight outings, and over that span he has hit on 53.3 percent of his three-point attempts (on 6.7 3PA/G) and averaged 15.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.2 steals over 28.7 minutes per game.
Martin had recently dropped to a bench role but was now forced to miss time with the injury. His recovery timeline remains unknown, making him questionable for upcoming games. John Butler might continue to start at center while Martin works on his recovery.
Goodwin led the Suns' bench in scoring Friday and finished as the team's second-leading scorer behind Dillon Brooks (27 points). Goodwin was particularly effective from beyond the arc, which was a good sign considering that he shot 0-for-9 over the four games prior to Friday's win. His scoring has been inconsistent of late, and he'll wrap up the month of January having averaged 8.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.6 threes and 1.3 steals over 22.6 minutes per game.
Green was back in action following a three-game absence due to a right hamstring injury, which has caused him to miss most of the season. Though Green was on a minutes restriction in his return, Ott indicated that the young guard's hamstring checked out fine during Friday's game. However, Green has a new health concern that he's tending to in advance of Sunday's game against the Clippers, though Ott seemed to downplay the hip issue for the most part. If Green does get cleared to play Sunday, he's still likely to operate with a restriction for that game and at least a few more contests after that.
Jones was initially assigned to the Boom on Friday and logged 30 minutes in the G League team's win over the Birmingham Squadron before heading back to the parent club. Having played a limited role at the NBA level since recovering from a back issue in December, the guard is expected to remain a bench option for the Pacers and could feature more often in G League play if he's assigned again in the future.
The 28-year-old guard scored in double figures for a fourth straight games as he continues to be a productive part of the Warriors' second unit. Through 13 games in January, Melton averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 boards, 2.2 assists, 1.9 threes and 1.3 steals in 22.5 minutes, but his court time and usage could get a boost to begin February if Stephen Curry (knee) ends up missing any time.
Mitchell co-led the Cavaliers in assists with Thomas Bryant and finished second on the team in scoring behind De'Andre Hunter (17 points). However, Mitchell was responsible for eight of the Cavaliers' 22 turnovers during the contest, which tied a season high that he set Jan. 21 against the Hornets. It wasn't a typical night for the All-Star guard, but he still had a productive January and finished the month having averaged 27.7 points, 6.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 3.4 threes and 1.4 steals over 34.1 minutes per game.
After going 0-for-14 from three-point range over his prior four games and scoring just 12 combined points, Green suddenly found a groove from long distance. It's a good sign for the health of his back, which has been hampering him of late, but the veteran big also dealt with a sore ankle in January. Green missed just three of the Warriors' 16 games on the month, and he averaged 8.2 points, 5.4 assists, 5.0 boards, 1.4 threes and 1.3 combined steals-plus-blocks in 25.3 minutes.
It was a balanced scoring attack from the Cavaliers on Friday, and Hunter ended up leading the team in that category off the bench while tying a season high with three swipes. He has scored in double digits in each of his last two outings since returning from a knee injury, and he will end the month of January having averaged 12.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.4 threes over 22.5 minutes per game.
Jones is seemingly nearing a return to action after being sidelined for a month and is now back with the main club from a short practice period in the G League. The 28-year-old will aim to appear in one of his team's home games during the first week of February, although he could have his minutes managed in the short term. When he was healthy at the beginning of the season, he made 13 starts, averaging 10.5 points per game over that span.
The five made three-pointers were more than in his prior three games combined, when he went just 4-for-20 from downtown and scored a total of 24 points. Robinson was mostly productive in January, and over 14 games on the month he averaged 12.5 points, 3.0 threes, 2.1 boards and 1.5 assists in 26.1 minutes a contest while shooting 41.2 percent from beyond the arc.
The fourth-year center posted his second straight 20-point double-double, and four of his 21 double-doubles on the season have come in the last nine games of January. Over that stretch, Duren is averaging 18.1 points, 10.8 boards, 2.0 assists and 1.5 combined steals-plus-blocks while shooting 63.5 percent from the floor.
The 29 points led all scorers on the night, while the double-double was the 24th of the season for Cunningham, tying him for fourth in the NBA with Luka Doncic. Cunningham has topped 20 points in four straight games to close out January while recording three double-doubles, averaging 26.5 points, 10.0 assists, 3.8 boards, 2.0 threes, 1.5 steals and 0.8 blocks during that heater while shooting 51.3 percent from the floor over that stretch.
The 33-year-old wing continued his hot-shooting ways from downtown in the win, burying at least three three-pointers for the fourth game in a row en route to finishing second on the team in scoring behind Nikola Jokic (31 points). Hardaway was denied the opportunity to potentially add to his scoring haul, however, as he checked out of the game for good with 7:20 left in the fourth quarter to get his ankle checked out in the locker room. The Nuggets should provide an update on Hardaway's status when they release their next injury report later Saturday in advance of Sunday's game versus the Thunder.
Recalled from the G League after he played 24 minutes and finished with 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one assist earlier in the day in Capital City's 124-99 loss to the Wisconsin Herd, Labissiere was active Friday night but ultimately went unused. With Marvin Bagley (back) and Tristan Vukcevic (hamstring) once again sidelined, the Wizards went with Anthony Gill (17 minutes) as the main backup to starting center Alex Sarr while Labissiere was left out of the rotation.
Bogdanovic has yet to play again since suffering a hamstring injury in late December, but he has been practicing with the G League team as he continues to progress in his recovery. While Sunday's game against the Suns may come too soon for him, he'll look to resume action at some point in February. Prior to the issue, Bogdanovic saw consistent action off the bench. He's averaging 8.0 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 22.5 minutes per game across 16 regular-season appearances (three starts) thus far.
Even with Nikola Jokic back in the lineup for the first time since Dec. 29 after recovering from a knee injury, Watson still managed to maintain the shot volume he'd established in the three-time MVP's absence. Watson scored more than 20 points in nine of 15 games in January, and the fourth-year forward averaged 21.9 points, 5.5 boards, 3.0 assists, 2.4 threes, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals on the month while shooting 46.2 percent from three-point range.
Recalled from the G League after he played 27 minutes and finished with 15 points (6-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals earlier in the day in Capital City's 124-99 loss to the Wisconsin Herd, Johnson suited up Friday night but ultimately went unused. The Wizards had an opening for another guard in their 10-man rotation with Tre Johnson (ankle) sidelined Friday, but rather than calling upon AJ Johnson to play two games in the same day, head coach Brian Keefe instead turned to two-way player Sharife Cooper -- who didn't play in the G League contest -- to soak up minutes in the second unit. If Tre Johnson remains sidelined for the Wizards' next game Sunday versus the Kings, a more well-rested Johnson could end up replacing Cooper in the rotation.
With Nikola Jokic back in action after a 16-game absence due to a knee injury, Murray saw his usage predictably decline, as his 10 field-goal attempts were his lowest volume since Dec. 1. The 28-year-old point guard still scored at least 20 points for his fifth straight appearance and for the 11th time in 12 January games, and he's averaged 27.7 points, 8.6 assists, 3.9 boards, 2.8 threes and 1.0 steals on the month while shooting 51.7 percent from the floor and 43.0 percent from long distance.
The 28-year-old big continues to impress from three-point range. Collins has drained at least one trey in 12 straight games dating back to Jan. 3, averaging 16.3 points, 4.5 boards, 2.7 threes, 1.1 blocks, 0.9 assists and 0.8 steals over that stretch while shooting a blistering 65.3 percent from the floor and 59.3 percent from beyond the arc.
The veteran forward continues to play through a minor knee issue, but it doesn't seem to be slowing Leonard down. Since missing three games in the middle of January, he's scored more than 20 points in four straight contests, averaging 23.5 points, 5.0 boards, 4.0 assists, 2.3 threes and 1.0 steals in 27.5 minutes per tilt during that span.
McNeeley will continue to split time between the NBA and G League sides, with the bulk of his playing time coming in the lower league. After recording just six minutes of play over the Hornets' last 11 games, the young forward is likely to be more active with the Swarm, for which he's averaging 21.3 points and 6.4 rebounds per contest this season.
The 36-year-old guard led the Clippers in scoring, while he just missed recording his fifth double-double in the last nine games. Harden has also drained multiple three-pointers eight times over that stretch, during which he has averaged 24.8 points, 8.9 assists, 4.9 boards, 2.4 threes and 1.4 steals despite shooting just 37.9 percent from the floor and 28.2 percent from beyond the arc.
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 in double digits in each game 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 could re-enter the rotation, and Brandin Podziemski could see more playing time in an on-ball role.
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 immediately made his way to the locker room after checking out of the contest. On a positive note, head coach Will Hardy said after the game that X-rays on George's ankle came back negative, ruling out a potential fracture, per Ben Anderson of KSL News Salt Lake City. He finished the contest 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 George is forced to miss time, Isaiah Collier would likely replace him in the starting five, and Walter Clayton would presumably be in line for extra playing time.
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 performed as well as ever despite playing less than a full workload. After the game, head coach David Adelman noted that Jokic would have been available to play three more minutes "at the most," per TheDNVR.com, but the Nuggets were able to keep the three-time MVP's playing time in check after he ran into foul trouble in the first half. The Nuggets then held a comfortable lead down the stretch, allowing Jokic to rest for the final two minutes of the double-digit win. Given Adelman's comments, Jokic seems likely to be held under 30 minutes in the Nuggets' next game Sunday versus the Thunder, but the standout center could be free of restrictions in standalone games by the end of next week.
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 was included in the rotation in each of the last five games and started at center in Wednesday's loss to Atlanta while Neemias Queta out due to an illness, but Queta is back and starting Friday. The rookie two-way player doesn't look as though he'll be in line for playing time Friday, as the Celtics list him out for the contest in what's likely a measure to preserve his eligibility while he approaches his limit of 50 active games at the NBA level for the season.
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.
