NBA Player News

Two days after the Kings announced that Carter would not participate in the California Classic or Vegas Summer League, Charania reports that the first-round pick will undergo shoulder surgery. While the former Providence standout is expected to fully recover without any long-term issues, it’s unknown if Carter will be healthy when training camp begins. In addition to having Keon Ellis on the roster, the Kings also signed Jordan McLaughlin to a one-year contract. Carter’s value in redraft leagues won’t be determined until the Kings announce a recovery timeline, but he does take a hit due to the uncertainty.

Biberovic is out again with a hell injury, but he’s not a fantasy-relevant player anyway and can safely be left on the waiver wire in most formats.

Irving is listed as questionable for left knee injury management reasons. If he’s able to go he’ll be the top option for the Mavericks with Cooper Flagg (shoulder) sidelined. If not, Dallas doesn’t stand much of a chance against the Spurs without their two best players.

No surprise here as Flagg left Friday night’s game against the Pacers with shoulder soreness. Expect the Mavericks to play through Kyrie Irving in his absence against the Spurs on Saturday.

Dybantsa is still yet to play this season due to a sprained left ankle. After being ruled out Saturday, his next chance to make his NBA debut is Monday against the Hornets.

Black has missed the first two games of the season, but at least has a chance to suit up Sunday given his questionable listing. With Paolo Banchero (ankle) likely out, the Magic could certainly use Black back in the lineup.

Williams didn’t play in the first two games of the season and has since been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Heat. Royce O’Neale will continue to backup Naz Reid in his absence.

Anderson is listed as probable for Saturday’s game against the Heat with a left ankle sprain. He played 13 minutes and was held without a point in Wednesday’s win over the Nets. Anderson is a potentially attractive dynasty asset, but won’t provide much value in redraft leagues this year.

Sheppard missed Friday’s win over the Spurs after banging his knee in the season opener against the Mavericks. If he’s able to play, Sheppard could see a lot of usage with Fred VanVleet (knee) sitting out.

Adams played only eight minutes in Friday’s win over the Spurs. Sitting out Saturday with calf injury management, Adams doesn’t have much fantasy value at this point in his career.

VanVleet had 14 points in the win over the Spurs on Friday. He’ll sit out with right knee injury management against the Hawks on Saturday. Marcus Smart will likely start in his absence.