NBA Player News

Knecht was absent from the initial injury report released by the Lakers on Sunday evening. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially in the aftermath of the Lakers’ acquisition of Luke Kennard. Knecht should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.

Bilodeau has yet to appear in a game due to his sprained right shoulder, and the Nets have not provided a return timeline. His continued absence doesn’t affect fantasy basketball, as the rookie isn’t guaranteed a spot in the rotation once healthy.

James is good to go after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Bucks. Dean Wade replaced him in the starting lineup, but both may start on Sunday since Joel Embiid (foot) is out.

Embiid said after Saturday’s win over the Bucks that he wouldn’t play Sunday, and the team has now made it official. LeBron James is not on the injury report after sitting out on Saturday, so he may see more playing time at center than he did in wins over the Knicks and Cavaliers.

Walker limped off the court during the third quarter of Saturday’s win over the Bucks and did not return. According to the 76ers’ injury report, he’s dealing with a sore left knee. With Joel Embiid (foot) also ruled out for Sunday, Adem Bona’s playing time is likely to increase, but he isn’t worth the streaming risk in most leagues.

Thompson, who’s officially questionable for Sunday’s game against the 76ers, sprained his right ankle during Friday’s win over the Heat. If he can’t play, the Pistons have multiple options on the bench, including Ron Holland II and Javonte Green. Holland played 22 minutes on Friday, while Green played 13.

Duren was injured in the second quarter of Friday’s win over the Heat and did not return to the game. With the Pistons’ starting center sidelined for at least two weeks, now is the time to add Paul Reed if he’s sitting on the waiver wire. In 26 minutes on Friday, Reed tallied 19 points and 11 rebounds for the Pistons, who visit the 76ers on Sunday.

Starting for the second consecutive game, Ike looked more comfortable than he did in Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies. Of course, while Suns center Khaman Maluach is listed at 7-foot-1, he isn’t as big as Memphis’ Zach Edey, which may have made things easier for Ike. The rookie out of Gonzaga, who’s on a two-way contract, recorded his first double-double and played 26 minutes. While Ike doesn’t need to be added in redraft leagues, dynasty league managers should stash him if possible.

Melton didn’t start Saturday’s game, but Stephen Curry’s and Brandin Podziemski’s absences gave him more opportunities. Melton took advantage, scoring 25 points, the most he’s scored in a game since 27 against the Wizards on March 16. Add in the rebounds, assists and steals, and Saturday night was a good one for fantasy managers who slotted Melton into their lineups.

With Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski sitting out the second game of Golden State’s back-to-back, Williams and Will Richard (11 points, one assist, two steals, one block and three three-pointers) were inserted into the starting lineup on Saturday. After shooting 4-of-17 in Golden State’s first two games, Williams was much more efficient against the Suns. His fantasy value will depend on the schedule going forward, and the Warriors end their four-game Week 2 with another back-to-back.

In the first week of the 2026-27 season, Lendeborg has been among the NBA’s most productive rookies. After recording his first double-double in Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors forward notched his first 20-point game on Saturday. Lendeborg shot 6-of-11 from three, and his 19 shot attempts were the most on the team. Golden State didn’t have Stephen Curry, Draymond Green or Brandin Podziemski on Saturday, which opened things up for Lendeborg. However, the first two games showed that he’ll have a prominent role even when those key veterans are available.