Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (ankle) will play on Saturday against Boston. The former Golden State Warrior missed the last two games because of a sprained left ankle. Fortunately, he's good to go for the NBA Finals rematch. Thompson has had one of the worst seasons of his career, averaging 13.6 points. He could have trouble turning things around on Saturday, considering the Celtics have allowed just 108.4 points per game, the sixth-best mark in the National Basketball Association. Still, Thompson is worthy of a spot in most fantasy lineups, especially with Luka Doncic (calf) on the shelf. His presence will likely result in Quentin Grimes heading back to the bench,

Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy (ankle) will play on Saturday against Boston. He missed the last three games because of a sprained ankle. However, the 22-year-old has averaged just 8.1 points this season, so he likely won't have a spot in most fantasy lineups for the NBA Finals rematch. With Luka Doncic (calf), Naji Marshall (illness), Dereck Lively II (ankle), and Dwight Powell (hip) sidelined, there are minutes up for grabs. Still, Grimes can't be trusted for fantasy production, even with the potential for more work.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (knee) will play on Saturday versus Dallas. He popped up on the injury report because of left knee soreness. However, while it's something fantasy managers should monitor moving forward, the ailment won't keep him off the floor for the NBA Finals rematch. The 30-year-old has averaged 15.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks, all career-highs. With White available, Sam Hauser and Al Horford should see fewer minutes, lowering their fantasy ceilings for Saturday night.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (personal) won't play on Saturday night versus the Clippers. The veteran wasn't listed on the injury report. However, he won't suit up due to a "family matter." Portis has been a quality contributor for Milwaukee this season, as expected, averaging 13.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists, so the team is hoping he'll be back in the lineup on Monday evening in Utah. While Portis is out, Gary Trent Jr. and Taurean Prince could be in line for more work, although both haven't been consistent fantasy producers this season.

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Mavericks are optimistic that guard Luka Doncic (calf) will return before the All-Star break. The 22-year-old had seen a dip in production before sustaining a left calf strain during the Christmas Day meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves, keeping him off the floor for Dallas' previous 15 contests. Of course, that timeline could always change, depending on Doncic's progress over the next few weeks. The team will also play it safe by not rushing him back too early while potentially keeping him out of the lineup at times moving ahead. But until Doncic is cleared to suit up, Kyrie Irving should remain the Mavericks' No. 1 scoring option, with Spencer Dinwiddie, P.J. Washington, and Klay Thompson also benefiting on the offensive side of the ball.

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (shoulder) is sidelined indefinitely. The 23-year-old has had the best season of his career, averaging 18.9 points, 10.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 1.6 steals. He recently missed time because of right shoulder inflammation. However, Johnson exited Thursday's loss to the Toronto Raptors after sustaining a left shoulder injury. He'll undergo further testing, with the team providing an update "as appropriate." Trae Young and De'Andre Hunter have benefited the most in games without Johnson in the lineup. But players like Keaton Wallace and Vit Krejci could also see a bump in fantasy production.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (knee) has been added to the injury report ahead of Saturday's game with the Mavericks. The veteran is questionable because of knee soreness, putting him in danger of missing his third game of the 2024-25 campaign. If White isn't available against Dallas, there are a number of directions head coach Joe Mazzulla could go regarding the starting lineup. However, it's reasonable to assume Al Horford or Sam Hauser could start the game, although both would be in line for more work if White doesn't play regardless of their roles. The same can be said for Payton Pritchard.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (illness) will play on Saturday against Denver. He was listed on the injury report because of an illness. However, Edwards is one of the most durable players in the National Basketball Association, so most had already assumed he'd be out there for this one. The 23-year-old had a solid outing when the Timberwolves faced the Nuggets on November 1, with Edwards finishing with 29 points while going 7-for-14 from behind the arc. Granted, fantasy managers shouldn't expect that same level of production. Yet, Denver has struggled on the defensive end during the 2024-25 campaign, giving the 2020 No. 1 overall pick plenty of upside on Saturday afternoon.

Cavaliers' G Ty Jerome scored 33 points on 11-of-14 shooting in a 129-132 loss to Philadelphia on Friday, Jan. 24. Jerome is owned in only 5.6% leagues.

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Young appears to have picked up a hamstring injury during Thursday's contest. As a result, Young is listed as questionable for this game which could leave a big void to fill in the rotation. The expectation is that the Hawks would use a committee approach if Young is unable to go. That means, Vit Krejci, Dyson Daniels, and Bogdan Bogdanovic would all see more playing time on Saturday. Between the three, Bogdanovic is the best fantasy option due to his scoring ability.

New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Hart has been dealing with a neck injury, but the right knee issue is a new one for him. It's unclear where he picked it up, but Hart is now in danger of sitting out this weekend. If that happens, Miles McBride and Cameron Payne would likely both see increased roles in the rotation. Both players have been playing minutes in the teens recently, so they haven't offered much fantasy value. However, McBride could be worth a look if Hart is unable to play.

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. This lingering hip issue will force Quickley to miss his sixth game in a row. The Raptors haven't given a clear timetable on Quickley's return, but the hope is that he'll be back soon. In the meantime, Gradey Dick and Bruce Brown figure to continue seeing increased roles in the rotation. Both players are well worth a look as streaming options with the Raptors shorthanded right now.

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (concussion) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The big man has missed each of the last five games due to a concussion. The fact that Bitadze is tagged as questionable gives some hope that he'll be able to return to the court here. If not, Wendell Carter Jr. figures to continue seeing big minutes in the rotation. Carter has played 30 minutes or more in four of the last five games. During that span, Carter has finished with a double-double in three of those contests. He's worth rostering with the Magic banged up at the center spot right now.

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (back) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Suggs has missed the last 10 games as he has been sidelined for multiple weeks due to a back issue. The fact Suggs is being listed as questionable for Saturday gives some hope that he could return to the court. If that happens, Suggs would likely be under a minutes limit which would give him less appeal in DFS contests. Both Anthony Black and Cole Anthony (illness) have been playing bigger minutes with Suggs sidelined. Anthony is questionable as well for Saturday, so Black is looking like a popular fantasy option if both guards are unable to play.

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (illness) is considered questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Simmons has missed the last three games as this appears to be a lingering illness. His absence in the rotation has given Keon Johnson and Reece Beekman an increased look in the rotation. Between the two, Johnson is the better streaming choice after a 20-point outing during Wednesday's game. The Nets are banged up right now, so Johnson is worth looking at as a low-end streaming choice right now.

Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Anthony has missed each of the last two games due to a lingering illness. The fact he's still listed as questionable means Anthony is in legitimate danger of missing a third straight game. Anthony Black has been playing big minutes for the Magic recently. In fact, Black has played 30 minutes or more in four of the last six games. Black is worth a look as a streaming option with the Magic banged up at the guard spot right now.

Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell (personal) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. Russell sat out of Wednesday's game due to a left hamstring issue, but now is on the injury report due to personal reasons. The good news is, Russell appears to have put the hamstring injury behind him, but he still remains uncertain for this game. The absence of Russell should mean an increased workload for Keon Johnson, Ziaire Williams, and Tyrese Martin. Johnson is the strongest streaming choice between the three at the moment.

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) won't play on Saturday against Miami. The 28-year-old has been dealing with a sprained ankle, and he's only appeared in just two of Brooklyn's previous 10 contests. It's a tough blow for the Nets, especially since he's having the best year of his career. But while he is on the shelf, Noah Clowney, averaging 11.6 points and 4.4 rebounds in 16 starts during the 2024-25 campaign, will likely remain with the first five. Clowney's upside could rise even higher if D'Angelo Russell (personal) and Ben Simmons (illness), who are both questionable, aren't available.

Dallas Mavericks forward Klay Thompson (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's NBA Finals rematch with the Celtics. Thompson has missed the last two games because of a sprained ankle. But he's not the only Maverick on the injury report, with Dereck Lively II (ankle), Naji Marshall (illness), Dwight Powell (hip), and Luka Doncic (calf) all sidelined. In addition, Jaden Hardy (ankle) is questionable. If Thompson remains on the shelf against Boston, Quentin Grimes, averaging 14.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 12 starts during the 2024-25 campaign, will likely continue to fill his spot in the rotation.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Murray will continue to play through an elbow injury. Possibly due to the injury, Murray has struggled to score efficiently lately, but he has continued to play big minutes and should do so again on Friday night. With Ja Morant (illness) sidelined, Murray will have fewer defensive responsibilities, allowing him to conserve energy that should benefit him on offense.