The NBA In-Season Tournament continues with Friday’s nine-game slate, anchored by a doubleheader on ESPN. Here’s a look at the day’s injury report, along with the relevant fantasy and betting implications.
NBA Injury Report: November 10
76ers vs. Pistons
Nicolas Batum (finger) – available
The veteran forward should be in for Philly.
Alec Burks (forearm) – OUT
Jaden Ivey (illness) – OUT
Killian Hayes remains a great DFS value option with both Burks and Ivey sidelined.
Hornets vs. Wizards
Gordon Hayward (hamstring) – available
Hayward should be in for Charlotte.
Nets vs. Celtics
Nic Claxton (ankle) – OUT
Cam Johnson (calf) – available
Ben Simmons (hip) – OUT
Cam Thomas (ankle) – OUT, expected to miss 2 weeks
Update: Johnson will play as expected, while Simmons is out.
Claxton is still considered day-to-day even though he hasn’t played yet. Thomas is out for two weeks, which means a bigger role for Spencer Dinwiddie. Johnson should return, although his workload might be managed given the injury he had.
Al Horford (injury management) – OUT
Horford has been ruled out, which means Kristaps Porzingis likely becomes the primary center. The Celtics could largely remain small, with Luke Kornet and Sam Hauser being the likely candidates to spell Porzingis when he needs a breather.
Pelicans vs. Rockets
Herbert Jones (knee) – OUT
Zion Williamson (personal) – available
Update: Williamson was present at shootaround, which is a sign he’s good to go for tonight’s game. He also said he’ll play, which is further confirmation of his status.
Brandon Ingram is a great DFS play for this game regardless of how this injury situation plays out, but he’ll skyrocket if Williamson doesn’t play. The Rockets had a big win Wednesday and could be worth backing as an underdog if New Orleans rules out Williamson.
Alperen Sengun (ankle) – available
Update: Sengun will suit up tonight for the Rockets, but he’s got a tricky matchup with Williamson and Jonas Valaciunas operating in the interior for New Orleans.
If Sengun can’t go, look for Tari Eason and Jock Landale to take on more minutes down low.
Jazz vs. Grizzlies
John Konchar (hip) – available
Ziaire Williams (hip) – OUT
Update: Williams is out, while Konchar is in.
If both guys sit, Luke Kennard and David Roddy could be intriguing filler plays in DFS lineups.
Timberwolves vs. Spurs
No notable day-to-day injuries for either team at this time.
Clippers vs. Mavericks
Dereck Lively (illness) – available
Maxi Kleber (toe) – OUT
With Kleber out, Grant Williams will likely get more run. If Lively sits, look for Dwight Powell as a potential value play.
Lakers vs. Suns
Anthony Davis (hip/groin) – available
Jaxson Hayes (hip) – available
Update: Both guys are in for LA.
Update: Both Davis and Hayes are probable, which means Wood likely takes a back seat in the rotation. Davis will be a strong DFS play, especially since he had a few days off to rest. The Suns are thin in the middle, which will allow the star to dominate the paint.
Davis didn’t play Wednesday, and neither did Hayes. Christian Wood got the start in that scenario and could be in line for big minutes once again. Is this a bounceback spot for LA, even if Davis doesn’t return? This is a much tougher matchup than the Rockets.
Devin Booker (calf) – OUT
Bradley Beal (back) – available
Update: Beal is in, but will be on a minutes limit. He’s expected to play around 24 minutes according to head coach Frank Vogel, but he might go a bit longer if the game is winnable late.
Beal should have more of a role in this one, which likely means less playing time for Eric Gordon. Booker remains out, so Kevin Durant and Beal are the primary scoring options for Phoenix.
Thunder vs. Kings
De’Aaron Fox (ankle) – OUT
Fox is still not back, which means Davion Mitchell will get another start. Malik Monk is another Kings guard worth targeting in DFS lineups.