New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's meeting with the Indiana Pacers. The six-time All-Star has landed on the injury report with bilateral knee soreness. If Towns sits out the action, the Knicks are expected to promote Mitchell Robinson to the starting lineup. While moving into the first unit would boost Robinson's fantasy appeal, he has averaged only 3.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 19.1 minutes as a starter this season. Ariel Hukporti's role would also increase if Towns doesn't play.

Brooklyn Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe (thumb) will miss the rest of the season after being diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb that requires surgery. Sharpe had carved out a steady reserve role, averaging 8.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.1 steals across 62 appearances. Danny Wolf should see the biggest opportunity increase after posting 13 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two blocks in 28 minutes last game. Josh Minott and Chaney Johnson could also see deeper rotation minutes, though both profile as risky deep-league streamers.

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) is considered questionable for Friday's tilt against the Indiana Pacers. He is bothered by a sore left knee and missed Wednesday's win over Utah after being questionable. It remains to be seen whether the same happens on Friday night. While Landry Shamet moved into the first unit to replace Hart, Jordan Clarkson benefited the most from his absence against Utah. He reappeared as a regular in the rotation and popped off for a season-high 27 points against his former team. Shamet had a quiet night with seven points, three rebounds, four assists, and one steal.

San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes (ankle) will rejoin the lineup on Thursday against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran made 364 consecutive appearances before missing the last five games due to an ankle problem. Barnes might have extra responsibilities on Thursday with Victor Wembanyama (ankle) out of the lineup, though he will once again come off the bench. As a reserve, Barnes has averaged 7.9 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists this season.

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (hamstring) is out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers after suffering a right hamstring strain during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. With Utah likely to be cautious this late in the season, George could remain sidelined beyond one game. Isaiah Collier should see an expanded role after posting nine points, two rebounds, five assists, and one 3-pointer in 19 minutes last game. With fantasy playoffs already underway in many leagues, Collier is trending toward must-roster status. Brice Sensabaugh and Ace Bailey could also see modest usage bumps.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (knee) will join Jayson Tatum (Achilles) on the sidelines on Thursday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. White has been downgraded from questionable to out ahead of tip-off. Boston also had Payton Pritchard (neck) on the initial injury report, but he has been cleared to play. With White unavailable, Pritchard will play a huge role in the backcourt and is expected to lead the offense with Jaylen Brown. Meanwhile, there are minutes available for Sam Hauser, Baylor Scheierman, and Hugo Gonzalez.

Los Angeles Clippers guard Darius Garland (toe) is out for Friday's game against the Bulls for injury management in the first leg of a back-to-back. Kobe Sanders is expected to move into the starting lineup, while Kris Dunn could also see added ballhandling duties. Dunn produced five points, two rebounds, six assists, and four steals in 24 minutes during his last start and offers short-term streaming appeal for assists and defensive stats. Sanders remains a deeper league flier after playing just six minutes last game, while Kawhi Leonard could take on more offensive responsibility.

Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (back) may have to exit the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans, as he has been listed as questionable on the injury report. The Turkish star is experiencing lower back pain and could be sidelined for the first time since Jan. 9. While losing Sengun would be a blow for Houston, Clint Capela is a capable replacement and would be an intriguing fantasy option if he moves into the first unit on Friday night. It's a promising matchup for Houston's big men, as New Orleans ranks sixth in the league for most fantasy points allowed to centers.

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Nuggets after testing the injury during warmups but not feeling ready to play. Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk are candidates to absorb the available frontcourt minutes, with Kornet the likely starter. Kornet finished with four points, three rebounds, and two assists in 11 minutes last game and could offer deep-league streaming value for rebounds and blocks if his role expands. Olynyk remains a speculative option after a recent DNP, while De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle could see slightly higher usage.

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (hamstring) won't play on Thursday night against the San Antonio Spurs. The veteran put in a 22-minute shift in Wednesday's win over Houston and will rest as Denver wraps up a back-to-back set. Cameron Johnson, Spencer Jones, and Tim Hardaway Jr. are all candidates for more playing time on Thursday. Jones is likely to take Gordon's spot in the starting lineup. However, even as a starter, Jones hasn't put up good enough numbers to be a must-add player for fantasy teams.

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks, marking his fourth straight absence due to right knee tendinitis. Evan Mobley should continue handling increased frontcourt responsibility, while Thomas Bryant and Jaylon Tyson remain the main beneficiaries off the bench. Bryant posted 12 points, one 3-pointer, five rebounds, and one block in 19 minutes last game and remains a deep-league streaming option for rebounds and efficient scoring. Tyson added four points and two assists in 18 minutes. Both Bryant and Tyson remain risky fantasy options due to uncertain roles.

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) will play on Thursday against the San Antonio Spurs. He was initially listed as probable after a 30-point effort in 31 minutes on Wednesday night against Houston. One of Murray's best performances of the season was in a matchup with the Spurs on Nov. 28, when he scored 37 points. He is averaging 26.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.3 assists this month.

Toronto Raptors forward/center Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns as the rookie works toward a possible return from a six-game absence due to a left thumb sprain. If he remains out, Jakob Poeltl and Sandro Mamukelashvili should continue handling most of the frontcourt minutes. Poeltl produced eight points, five rebounds, and three blocks in 30 minutes last game, while Mamukelashvili added eight points, two 3-pointers, five rebounds, one assist, and one block in 21 minutes. Both remain viable fantasy options if Murray-Boyles sits, though their minutes could dip if he returns.

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Scottie Barnes (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns after missing practice activity while feeling under the weather. If Barnes sits, Brandon Ingram could see a usage bump, while Ja'Kobe Walter and Jamison Battle may pick up extra bench minutes. Walter logged 11 minutes with one rebound, one assist, and one steal last game, while Battle posted three points, one 3-pointer, and one rebound in 10 minutes. Walter and Battle are only deep-league streamers, while Ingram would carry the clearest fantasy boost if Barnes is ruled out.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Cam Spencer (back) will not play Thursday against the Mavericks due to low back soreness, leaving Memphis short on healthy perimeter depth. Spencer's absence should help secure rotation minutes for Javon Small, Jahmai Mashack, and Rayan Rupert as the Grizzlies continue to patch together their guard rotation. Small posted 12 points, five rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 26 minutes last game. Rupert delivered 14 points with two 3-pointers and one steal in 22 minutes, while Mashack played 27 minutes. Small remains the preferred fantasy target, while Rupert and Mashack profile as deeper league streamers with unstable roles.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (knee) won't play against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night. He is managing a right knee injury and has been ruled out after initially carrying a doubtful tag on the injury report. Memphis will start a back-to-back on Thursday, so there's a good chance Coward will return to the lineup on Friday against the Detroit Pistons. His absence against Dallas creates more playing opportunities for Jahmai Mashack and Rayan Rupert. The latter has put in solid work recently, averaging 13.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in March.

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ty Jerome (calf) won't play on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. The 28-year-old has been scratched regularly in recent weeks and will sit out Thursday after being initially considered doubtful for the game. The Grizzlies are once again shorthanded for Thursday's matchup, and Javon Small is the only healthy point guard remaining. He figures to have a heavy workload against Dallas. Small has averaged 10.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.4 steals in 25.0 minutes per game this month.

Miami Heat forward/center Kel'el Ware (shoulder) has been cleared to play on Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks and will start the contest. He will be part of a starting five, which includes Davion Mitchell, Pelle Larsson, Kasparas Jakucionis, and Bam Adebayo. Ware sat out Tuesday's win over Washington with a shoulder issue. Several big guns are unavailable for the Heat on Thursday night, so Ware should play a significant role on offense.

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) will end a four-game absence on Thursday against the Miami Heat. The team has upgraded Porter Jr. from questionable to available. With him back in the lineup, Ryan Rollins will move to the second unit on Thursday. Since the All-Star break, Porter Jr. has shot 52.1 percent from the field, averaging 18.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists, and 2.4 steals.

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis (back) and center Jericho Sims (knee) are ready for action on Thursday against the Miami Heat. Both players were initially regarded as questionable for the game after missing Tuesday's loss to Phoenix. Portis and Sims will boost Milwaukee's frontcourt, with the former being a more appealing fantasy piece. Portis bagged a double-double in his last appearance and is averaging 14.6 points and 4.8 rebounds this month.