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Bogdanovic

Bogdanovic has yet to make his Nets debut in 2024-25. It doesn’t appear like he’s close to a return at this point in time so it’s unclear how his availability will affect Brooklyn rotation.

Bogdanovic suffered foot and wrist injuries late last season, ultimately undergoing offseason surgery on both. Now with the Nets after being included in the Mikal Bridges trade, the veteran forward’s wrist is in good condition, but the foot has taken longer to heal. Bogdanovic did say on Monday that he’s been cleared for some on-court work, but not 5-on-5. He was unlikely to be a must-draft player if fully cleared, so Monday’s update does not significantly impact Bogdanovic’s value. He may have value as a streamer during the season, especially for managers needing points.

Bogdanovic’s salary for 2024-25 was not fully guaranteed before this deal; that would likely have to change to make the trade work. More critical for Brooklyn is the draft capital they’ve received: four unprotected first-round picks from the Knicks (2025, 2027, 2029, and 2031), another 2025 first-rounder via Milwaukee (top-4 protected), and an unprotected first-round pick swap. In addition to Bridges, the Knicks will receive a 2026 second-round pick. Restocking the coffers was essential for lead executive Sean Marks, given the picks that Brooklyn surrendered in prior deals. As for Bogdanovic, while he’s been effective in the past as a starter, he’ll be coming off of foot and wrist surgeries when next season begins.

Bogdanovic, who was already dealing with torn ligaments in his left (non-shooting) wrist, injured his left foot when Nicolas Batum fell onto it while diving for a loose ball during Game 4 on Sunday. The Knicks listed him on the injury report as having a left ankle contusion. Still, the report of surgery being needed indicates that the injury was more severe than initially believed. Miles McBride will play more as the Knicks look to close out the 76ers on Tuesday. Bogdanovic’s fantasy value took a hit, as an early-season injury limited him to 28 games with the Pistons before being traded to New York at the February deadline. He played 27 regular season games with the Knicks, offering limited fantasy value off the bench. Bogdanovic’s contract for next season is partially guaranteed.

Nic Batum fell on Bogdanovic’s ankle early in Game 4 of the Knicks-76ers series. Now the former Pistons wing is set to miss Game 5. Miles McBride will likely get more minutes in the aftermath of this development.

Already dealing with a left wrist injury, Bogdanovic was in the game for seconds before Nicolas Batum collided with his left leg while diving for a loose ball. As a result, Bogdanovic will not play again on Sunday afternoon. Miles McBride will play more minutes off the bench as the Knicks look to manage being without three rotation players due to injury.

Bogdanovic has been playing with a protective wrap on his injured wrist, initially sprained in early April. The veteran forward appeared to aggravate the issue during Thursday’s Game 3 loss to the 76ers but remains in the game. A subsequent MRI has revealed ligament damage, and surgery during the offseason is a potential option. In the short term, Bogdanovic will continue to play through the injury.

Bogdanovic was initially listed as probable, and now he has officially been given the all-clear to suit up. He has now scored in double figures in three of their last four games and will look to keep it going in this game.

Bogdanovic is the lone Knicks rotation player on the injury report, and the probable tag suggests he will play. While he has struggled most of his time with the team, the veteran forward played well in Sunday’s win over the Bucks.

Bogdanovic is available to play, but this will unlikely impact most fantasy leagues. He has struggled since the Knicks acquired him from the Pistons, and as a result, Bogdanovic’s minutes have decreased.