Javon Small (thigh) questionable vs. Utah

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Javon Small

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Javon Small (thigh) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Jazz.

Small has missed the Grizzlies’ last three games with a thigh contusion. Given how shorthanded the Grizzlies are, he should play significant minutes if available on Friday. Lucas Williamson has provided depth on the perimeter recently, and he’ll remain in the rotation if Small plays.

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Kyrie Irving

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Mavericks head coach Dusty May said on Friday that Kyrie Irving’s minutes will be limited in Friday’s game against the Pacers.

Irving played 23 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Rockets, his first game since suffering a torn ACL on March 3, 2025. Given the time away from competitive basketball, Kyrie’s limited minutes are not a surprise. May did not disclose in his pregame availability whether Irving will be available for Saturday’s game against the Spurs.
- Raphielle Johnson

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Jett Howard

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Jett Howard (calf) is out for Friday’s game against the Pacers.

Howard’s continued absence will not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not guaranteed to receive rotation minutes even if healthy.
- Raphielle Johnson

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Ben Sheppard

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According to Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle, Ben Sheppard (knee) has no return timeline.

Despite the Pacers listing Sheppard as questionable for Friday’s game against the Mavericks, he’s expected to miss time with a left meniscus injury. Carlisle said on Friday that the reserve guard could miss two weeks or more. With Aaron Nesmith cleared to return from a strained hamstring, he’ll absorb most of the minutes that would have gone to Sheppard.
- Raphielle Johnson

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Aaron Nesmith

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Pacers coach Rick Carlisle told reporters Aaron Nesmith (hamstring) will play in Friday’s game against the Mavericks.

Nesmith will return after missing Wednesday’s win over the Pelicans, according to Pacers coach Rick Carlisle. With Nesmith back, Kelly Oubre Jr. will head to the bench for Friday’s game against the Mavericks.
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Micah Peavy

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ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Thunder have agreed on a two-way contract with Micah Peavy.

Peavy was waived by the Grizzlies earlier this week and went unclaimed. Now the former 18th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft will try to carve out a role for himself on the Thunder. He reportedly picked Oklahoma City over Toronto as the Raptors had also offered him a two-way contract.
- Nick Shlain

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Felix Okpara

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Felix Okpara (illness) is available for Friday’s game against the Raptors.

Okpara is available for Friday’s game, but that doesn’t guarantee he’ll see action. The rookie should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
- Raphielle Johnson

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Joel Embiid

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Joel Embiid isn’t listed on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the Bucks.

Embiid told reporters after the win over the Cavaliers on Thursday that he will sit out one of the 76ers’ games this weekend. Given that he’s not listed on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the Bucks, it looks like he’ll play Saturday and sit out Sunday’s game against the Pistons. Adem Bona or Jabari Walker will likely start in Embiid’s absence.
- Nick Shlain

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Tyler Bilodeau

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Tyler Bilodeau (shoulder) is out for Saturday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Bilodeau’s continued absence will not affect fantasy basketball, as he is unlikely to receive consistent minutes in the rotation even when healthy.
- Raphielle Johnson

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Khalifa Diop

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Khalifa Diop (knee) is out for Saturday’s game against the Nets.

Diop will remain sidelined for a second consecutive game, but his absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball. As for the Cavaliers’ rotation, they’ll likely continue to stagger the minutes of starters Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen to keep one on the floor at all times.
- Raphielle Johnson

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LeBron James

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LeBron James (back) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Bucks.

LeBron had 17 points in the 76ers’ dramatic 29-point comeback against the Cavaliers on Thursday. With Philadelphia being the only team with four games in Week 1, it’s reasonable to assume James could sit for one of the games this weekend. The 41-year-old forward is listed as questionable for Saturday against the Bucks with a back injury. His status will have to be monitored leading up to game-time.
- Nick Shlain

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Javon Small

Javon Small (thigh) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Jazz.

Kyrie Irving

Mavericks head coach Dusty May said on Friday that Kyrie Irving’s minutes will be limited in Friday’s game against the Pacers.

Jett Howard

Jett Howard (calf) is out for Friday’s game against the Pacers.

Ben Sheppard

According to Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle, Ben Sheppard (knee) has no return timeline.

Aaron Nesmith

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle told reporters Aaron Nesmith (hamstring) will play in Friday’s game against the Mavericks.

Micah Peavy

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Thunder have agreed on a two-way contract with Micah Peavy.

Felix Okpara

Felix Okpara (illness) is available for Friday’s game against the Raptors.

Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid isn’t listed on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the Bucks.

Tyler Bilodeau

Tyler Bilodeau (shoulder) is out for Saturday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Khalifa Diop

Khalifa Diop (knee) is out for Saturday’s game against the Nets.

LeBron James

LeBron James (back) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Bucks.