Fri Nov 8 12:49pm ET
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New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins will be sidelined one-to-two weeks with a low back strain, the team said Friday.
The second-year player is averaging 16.3 points and 4.5 rebounds in eight games (three starts) this season.
Hawkins, 22, did not take the court in Monday's 118-100 setback to Portland and played a season-low 18:30 in Wednesday's 131-122 loss to Cleveland.
Hawkins averaged 7.8 points in 67 games (10 starts) as a 2023-24 rookie after being selected with the 14th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft out of UConn.
According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami Heat forward/centerKevin Love(conditioning) will not be available for Friday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. Love hasn't played in a game this season for personal reasons. He appears close to playing form and could make his season debut versus the Timberwolves on Sunday. Thomas Bryant and Haywood Highsmithhave taken more prominent roles in rotation during Love's absence.
Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (illness) picked up a questionable tag heading into their Friday night matchup with the Charlotte Hornets. The backup point guard is dealing with an illness, so it will likely be a game-time decision based on how he's feeling. Since Andrew Nembhard (knee) is considered probable, he'll see some extra minutes while Bennedict Mathurin and Ben Sheppard should see more opportunities as well.
Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (knee) has been listed as probable ahead of the Friday night game against the Charlotte Hornets. Despite dealing with a sore knee, Nembhard has been able to start and play north of 28 minutes in each of the last two games. He'll likely continue in the same role and may even take on some extra minutes if T.J. McConnell (illness) is unable to suit up. Nembhard hasn't been much of a contributor points-wise, but his assist and steal numbers are suitable for deeper leagues.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (illness) has been tagged as questionable for Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers with an illness. The 26-year-old was unable to suit up for their last game against the Memphis Grizzlies as well, so hopefully he makes a return to the lineup. If he's unable to play, however, Dalton Knecht and Cam Reddish are likely to see more minutes again like they did in the Grizzlies game.
Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) has been listed as probable ahead of the Friday night matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. The superstar big man is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his left foot, but it looks like he'll be able to play through some pain in this game. He's been the key to the Lakers' success so far this year as he's been the anchor on both sides of the ball. He's averaging a career-high 32.6 points per game to go along with 11.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.7 blocks per contest. As long as he's healthy, he should be in every single fantasy lineup.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (back) appeared on the injury report but is considered available for the team's Friday night contest against the Denver Nuggets. The lethal scorer continues to be a mainstay on the injury report but it hasn't held him back from playing yet this season. So far, Herro averages 22.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 4.0 threes, and 2.3 turnovers per game. Fantasy managers can continue to depend on him for scoring and threes while he contributes here and there in boards and assists.
Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (groin) will remain sidelined on Friday while he heals from a strained groin. This will be his fourth consecutive missed game after suffering the strain on October 28 against the Atlanta Hawks. While he's been out, the Wizards have embraced the new youth movement. Alexandre Sarr, Kyshawn George, and Bilal Coulibaly have all joined the starting five while Corey Kispert has seen plenty of minutes from the bench. All of which are solid streaming options in 12-team leagues and deeper.
Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (knee) will miss his second game in a row dealing with a sprained right knee. The former Charlotte Hornet has been part of the starting lineup throughout the start of the season, but will make way for Naji Marshall while he remains on the sidelines. With Dereck Lively II (shoulder) also watching from the sidelines, Daniel Gafford will also see more minutes. Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Dwight Powell will see some opportunities off of the bench, but they serve as streaming options in deeper leagues.
Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) will remain sidelined for an eighth consecutive game after officially being ruled out for Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Hunter continues to be listed with injury management for his right knee. While Bogdan Bogdanovic (hamstring) is also out, Zaccharie Risacher and Dyson Daniels are the two best streaming options while David Roddy and Garrison Mathews could serve some spot starts here and there.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (concussion) remains in the concussion protocol and is considered questionable for Friday night's game against the Miami Heat. The veteran combo guard has already missed the last three consecutive games and is in danger of missing a fourth. Murray first suffered the concussion against Minnesota on November 1. If he can't get back on the floor, Christian Braun and Peyton Watson have been solid streaming options while Russell Westbrook runs with the starting five as well.
New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (hamstring) will not make his season debut on Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out. He has been battling a strained hamstring to start the year, and the Pelicans seem to be taking a cautious approach after signing him to an extension. The Pelicans are also without Dejounte Murray (hand), CJ McCollum (adductor), and Jordan Hawkins (back). That leaves Jose Alvarado as a big-time streaming option with some added opportunities going to Brandon Boston Jr. and Javonte Green too.
Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (knee) has picked up a questionable tag on Friday for their contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The former Defensive Player of the Year hasn't missed a game yet this year and has anchored one of the best defenses in the league again. A lot of his numbers are down in his 13th season, but his all-around skills are still conducive to category leagues. If Green can't play, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Kevon Looney, and Kyle Anderson will all see some extra minutes.
Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hip) has been ruled out of Friday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets while he continues to deal with a strained hip flexor. The All-NBA wing was considered day-to-day with the hip issue but will miss his fourth straight game. The Celtics have only lost once so far in that span, so Brown's absence hasn't been felt too much. While he's out, Payton Pritchard will continue to see big minutes while Sam Hauser gets more opportunities off of the bench.
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) has been listed as doubtful ahead of the Friday night matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. The young big man originally sprained his left ankle during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday in the opening quarter. He didn't return to that game and it looks like he'll need to miss at least one game. In his place, Isaiah Stewart will likely take over the starting center spot while Paul Reed gets some minutes in relief. Stewart would serve as the better streaming option for managers in need.
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (hamstring) has received a questionable tag for the team's Friday night contest against the Orlando Magic. The Duke product was able to give it a go on Wednesday, left briefly with an undisclosed injury at the time, but finished out the game. While his scoring and efficiency has taken a bit of a dip, Williamson has increased his rebounding and block numbers so far. If he's unable to suit up, however, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Daniel Theis will see some added minutes and opportunities.
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during the team's Wednesday night contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. At the time, it was considered to be minor, but the star combo guard will miss multiple weeks. According to Brett Siegel, the team is "optimistic" that Maxey will be back before the end of month and his absence shouldn't be dragged out like Joel Embiid's (knee). In the meantime, Kyle Lowry, Jared McCain, and Eric Gordon will all see some added minutes.
Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (knee) has suffered a bone bruise to his right knee and will be out for at least two weeks. According to Michael Scotto, the 26-year-old will be re-evaluated at the two-week mark to see if he'll need to miss any more time after that. In his last game on Wednesday, Bridges played 35 minutes and posted 27 points, seven rebounds, and two assists. Either Cody Martin or Grant Williams will likely take over that starting spot but both of them are riskier streaming options right now.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. This doesn't come as a huge surprise after Morant was forced to exit early on Wednesday due to injury. The Grizzlies haven't given a timetable for Morant, so the assumption is that it's a day-to-day issue. Scotty Pippen Jr. should see heavy playing time with Morant sidelined on Friday. Pippen finished with 14 points, six rebounds, and four assists in 25 minutes of action on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should consider Pippen a solid streaming option while Morant is out.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) is available ahead of Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The superstar forward is back after sitting out of Monday's game. Antetokounmpo figures to have a normal workload, but could see the bench early if the Bucks are able to blowout Utah. Fantasy managers can go ahead and get Antetokounmpo back in their lineups on Thursday. Bobby Portis figures to head back to the bench and will take a hit in value. It's worth noting that the Bucks play on Friday as well, so it's possible that Antetokounmpo sits out in that one if his groin is still giving him issues.
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. As expected, LaVine will miss his third game in a row due to a lingering groin issue. Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White should both see increased playing time and scoring chances with LaVine absent. Both players struggled from the floor on Wednesday, but are worth looking at as streaming options with the Bulls lacking legitimate scoring options.
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