Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (hip) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago after missing the past three contests. If the 41-year-old returns, Rui Hachimura would likely shift back to a reserve role, while Jake LaRavia could see his minutes trimmed. Hachimura logged nine points in 25 minutes as a starter last game, while LaRavia produced eight points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals in a similar workload off the bench. James remains a must-start if...

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers after appearing on the injury report with a right ankle sprain. The second-year forward is expected to play after erupting for a career-high 41 points with five three-pointers, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks across 45 minutes in his last outing. Buzelis should continue to see strong usage if active, especially with Isaac Okoro (knee) and Patrick Williams (ankle) ...

Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (illness) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against Sacramento after being added late to the injury report. The rookie big man continues to operate as a backup behind Moussa Diabate, which limits his fantasy ceiling despite flashes of efficiency. Kalkbrenner posted 13 points, six rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 17 minutes during his last appearance and remains a blocks streamer in deeper formats. His role remains capped off the bench, ...

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) is listed as probable for Thursday's matchup against the Lakers and is expected to play through a minor right ankle sprain. The 23-year-old has been rolling lately, averaging 17.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 11.0 assists, and 3.2 three-pointers across his last five games while logging 34 minutes per contest. As long as he is active, Giddey remains a must-start player in all formats due to his triple-double upside. Tre Jones, Matas Buzelis (ankle), if active,...

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

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (illness) is off the injury report and expected to return Thursday against Boston after missing two games. Holmgren has been productive when available, averaging 16.2 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.0 blocks over his last five appearances while playing about 31 minutes. His return should push Jaylin Williams back into a reserve role and reduce the minutes available for Kenrich Williams. Jaylin Williams could still have some ...

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Utah after initially being listed as doubtful due to left knee soreness. His absence should open extra wing minutes, with Landry Shamet logging nine points and three three-pointers in 23 minutes last game, while Mohamed Diawara added five points, four rebounds, and two assists in 18 minutes. Jose Alvarado and Jordan Clarkson may also see situational run, though their roles remain unclear. Shamet ...

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nuggets due to right ankle soreness. The 22-year-old has been a fixture in the lineup since January, so any absence would be notable for fantasy managers. If he sits, Luke Kornet could move into a larger role after logging 11 minutes with four points, three rebounds, and two assists in the last game. Wembanyama remains a must-start if active, while Kornet would profile as a deep-league streamer for...

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (illness) is available for Wednesday's matchup against the Knicks and is expected to remain in the starting lineup. The second-year guard played through the same issue Monday, finishing with 15 points, two assists, and one three-pointer in 24 minutes, and could again see a slightly managed workload. If his minutes stay in check, Isaiah Collier could continue seeing meaningful run off the bench. George still carries standard-league value for his scoring and usage,...

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans after missing Tuesday's contest. The 30-year-old is expected to return to the starting lineup, which should push Sandro Mamukelashvili back into a reserve role. Poeltl has been providing steady category production, averaging 13.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.6 blocks, and 1.4 steals across his last five games while playing 28.6 minutes. Poeltl's return reinforces Toronto's frontcourt, ...