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Scottie Barnes

TOR Forward-Guard #4

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Scottie Barnes (personal) was excused from Friday’s practice.

Barnes, who played 34 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Bulls, was excused from Friday’s practice for personal reasons. The Raptors don’t play their next game until Sunday against the Bucks, and more will be learned about his status for that contest when Toronto releases its injury report on Saturday. Barnes has only missed one game this season, a January 9 loss to the Celtics, with Ja’Kobe Walter replacing him in the starting lineup.
Jamal Murray

DEN Guard #27

Jamal Murray (hamstring) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray logged 35 minutes in Thursday’s one-point loss to the Clippers, and he’s questionable for Friday’s game due to tightness in his right hamstring. If the Nuggets have to go without their All-Star point guard, Jalen Pickett is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup.
LeBron James

LAL Forward #23

LeBron James (knee) is questionable for Friday’s matchup with the Clippers.

With Luka Dončić and Deandre Ayton back in action, it’s possible the Lakers are playing it safe with the 41-year-old James. If James is ultimately sidelined, Rui Hachimura could see additional playing time, and James’ next chance to take the court would come on Sunday against the Celtics.
Kyshawn George

WAS Forward #18

Kyshawn George (toe) is out for Friday’s game against the Pacers.

While George started Thursday’s win over the Pacers, the second-year wing only played 19 minutes. His absence for Friday’s rematch should result in more minutes for Will Riley, who played just four on Thursday. While he has silly-season standout potential, Riley may be hard to rely on in the short term, given how the Wizards have handled their rotation.
Luka Dončić

LAL Forward-Guard #77

Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Deandre Ayton (knee) are available for Friday’s matchup with the Clippers.

Dončić and Ayton missed time before the All-Star break, but both players will be available against the cross-town rivals. Expect each of them to handle their typical workloads which will mean fewer minutes for Jake LaRavia, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes.
Bryce McGowens

NOP Guard #11

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Bryce McGowens has signed a new three-year deal with the Pelicans.

The fourth-year man has taken on an increased role with New Orleans, averaging 9.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 triples across 27.1 minutes in 11 starts. He should see increased run until Trey Murphy (shoulder) returns, and McGowens should earn extra minutes any time Zion Williamson is sidelined.
Sidy Cissoko

POR Guard #91

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that the Trail Blazers have signed Sidy Cissoko to a two-year deal.

Cissoko played all of the allowable games on his two-way deal, but he’ll get a standard deal to stay with the Blazers for two more years. Multiple injuries have given Cissoko the opportunity to play regular rotation minutes for Portland, and he’s done well with that opportunity.
Nic Claxton

BKN Center #33

Nic Claxton (ankle) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Thunder.

Claxton’s streak of absences will extend to three, and it’s unclear when he’ll return. Until Claxton is back, Day’Ron Sharpe makes an excellent streaming option.
Grant Williams

CHA Forward #2

Grant Williams (rest) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Cavaliers.

Williams had a strong outing on Thursday as a starter, but he’ll get the night off for rest on the second leg of Charlotte’s back-to-back set. Miles Bridges is still suspended, which should mean increased playing time for Tidjane Salaün. Salaün logged 20 minutes in Thursday’s loss to Houston.
Coby White

CHA Guard #3

Coby White (calf) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Cavaliers.

White hasn’t appeared in a game for Charlotte since being traded in early February, and fantasy managers will have to wait at least one more game for that debut. Tre Mann and Sion James will continue to handle backcourt responsibilities off the bench until White is back in action.

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