NBA Player News

After seven seasons in the NBA, Juancho is headed back to Europe. According to Zakkas’ report, the versatile forward has signed a two-year deal worth 4.5 million Euros. Hernangomez was waived by the Raptors in late February and did not catch on with another team. His departure will not impact fantasy basketball.

Injured late in the preseason, Achiuwa was given a timeline of 2-4 weeks regarding a return to action. Unfortunately, he has not been cleared to resume practicing, leaving the Knicks shorthanded in the frontcourt. Jericho Sims has played rotation minutes off the bench but has done little with them.

Wade is back after a two-game absence, with Isaac Okoro filling the void while he sat. Neither will be worth rostering in most fantasy leagues, regardless of who starts.

Payne will be missing his third game in a row. Miles McBride has seen an uptick in minutes and Tyler Kolek finds his way into the rotation with Payne out. McBride will continue to have standalone fantasy value while Kolek isn’t even on the streaming radar.

Branham injured his ankle during the second half of Thursday’s win over Portland. His potential absence may coincide with Devin Vassell returning from a foot injury. If so, the Spurs will not take a hit to their perimeter depth. Branham’s absence would also preserve Stephon Castle’s minutes with Vassell in the fold.

Kleber’s continued absence will not impact fantasy basketball. However, Dwight Powell will move into the backup center role with Dereck Lively II also out.

McConnell will not be available for Friday’s game, with his absence likely impacting both guard spots. Starters Tyrese Haliburton and Andrew Nembhard could see their minutes staggered even more than usual to ensure at least one is always on the court. Ben Sheppard could see more minutes off the bench, but he offers minimal streaming value.

Initially doubtful for Friday’s game, Kornet will not play against the Nets. Neemias Queta should remain in the starting lineup, where he can provide deep-league streaming value.

Booker is a late addition to the injury report, a concerning development for the Suns and fantasy managers. With Ryan Dunn (ankle) ruled out, Grayson Allen will likely be the next man up if Booker cannot sit.

Williamson was already dealing with a sore right thigh, but it’s his left hamstring that is keeping him out Friday. It’s probably for the best to let Zion rest his legs. Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will move into the starting lineup against the Magic. Brandon Ingram will see as much usage as he can handle with Zion out in addition to CJ McCollum and Dejonte Murray.

Dunn was initially doubtful for Friday’s game, so the status downgrade is unsurprising. Royce O’Neale can absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to Dunn, as the rookie plays about 10 minutes when starter Bradley Beal is available.