Simone Fontecchio (illness) doubtful Wednesday

Ty Jerome has been one of the biggest surprises this season and has been a major steal for where people drafted him in redraft leagues. If he were to miss time, Scotty Pippen would be the guy to add in redraft leagues. If Pippen also misses time, then look at Cam Spencer to be the add.

Towns was initially probable for Friday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll take on his usual role as the Knicks’ starting center.

Biberović’s continued absence doesn’t affect the Mavericks’ rotation, as he hasn’t made his official NBA debut yet.

Simone has been more of an emergency depth option for the heat this year, so even though he’s available, he’s not expected to make a major impact in fantasy leagues.

Unfortunately, Aldama’s Mavericks debut will have to wait for at least one more game. His continued absence won’t significantly affect Dallas’ rotation, since it’s unclear where he’ll fit.

Naji missed the past couple games with an illness, but he should step right back into the role he had. Look for Zaccharie Risacher and Caleb Martin to take a reduction in their minutes.

Kneuppel, who suffered a hamstring strain before the preseason, is progressing toward making his 2026-27 debut. According to Lee, the second-year guard’s hamstring responded well after a recent G League practice. Next, Knueppel needs to acclimate to his teammates after the Hornets return from their road trip, which ends on Friday. Knueppel doesn’t have an exact return timeline, but managers stashing him in an IL spot should begin planning for that day.

Tre Johnson missed last game against the Cavaliers due to Achilles soreness during warmups. He should go right back into his role as a bench scorer with Middleton taking a smaller role.

The 76ers won’t have Jaylen Brown for Friday’s game, as he’s been ruled out with a knee injury. Wade, who was assigned to defend Jaylen Brunson at times while with the Cavaliers, is likely the replacement in the starting lineup. That raises his ceiling slightly as a streamer, but Kentavious Caldwell-Pope should also see more playing time.

Added to the Nets’ injury report late Friday morning, Clowney will be available to play against the Pistons. Chaney Johnson and Josh Minott are likely to miss out on an increase in playing time.