NBA Player News

Caruso is questionable for Tuesday's game against Orlando with a right adductor strain, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

The Thunder have upgraded Caruso from doubtful to questionable, signaling that the swingman has a real chance to end a seven-game absence. Caruso's return would slightly cut into the minutes of Aaron Wiggins and Luguentz Dort on the wing.

Russell (illness) is now doubtful for Tuesday's game versus Boston.

This news is unlikely to have a major impact in fantasy hoops, as Russell hasn't seen rotation minutes for Dallas since Jan. 10. He'll be a name to watch at the trade deadline.

Thompson closed with 16 points (6-15 FG, 4-5 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and two steals across 39 minutes during Monday's 118-114 win over the Pacers.

Thompson secured his 10th double-double of the campaign as the Rockets improved to 31-17 on the season. The forward has produced third-round value in nine-category formats over his last eight games with 15.9 points, 8.3 rebounds, 7.6 assists, 2.1 steals and 1.1 blocks.

Kalkbrenner registered 10 points (3-5 FG, 4-6 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 18 minutes during Monday's 102-95 victory over the Pelicans.

Moussa Diabate, who has been on a heater for several weeks, finally cooled off with a dud in 28 minutes Monday. Kalkbrenner does have upside if he can get his minutes back into the 20s, making him worth watching closely in the coming days.

Queen accumulated 16 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 31 minutes during Monday's 102-95 loss to Charlotte.

This was a terrific showing for the rookie as he continues to be a bright spot for the club. Although the Pelicans do not have their first-round pick this season, the team may end up being sellers at the trade deadline. If they unload a player or two, Queen could potentially see a bump in usage.

Potter is questionable for Tuesday's game against Utah with a left hip contusion.

Potter is at risk of sitting out the second half of Indiana's back-to-back set. The 27-year-old big man could play a significant role if he's able to suit up Tuesday, given that the Pacers are down four members of their starting lineup.

Mathurin (rest) is out for Tuesday's game against Utah.

Mathurin is joining three other Pacers starters as a spectator for rest purposes Tuesday. The expectation is that the swingman will return to action Friday in Milwaukee. With Indiana missing so many key players, Ben Sheppard and Johnny Furphy appear to be strong streaming options in the backcourt.

McConnell has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to left knee injury management.

McConnell is one of several key players who will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back set, which could become a trend for the team over the next couple of months amid a non-contending season. With Andrew Nembhard (back) also not playing Tuesday, the Pacers will likely lean heavily on Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson to direct the offense.

Nesmith has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to a left hand strain.

Though he's being listed with an injury, Nesmith is essentially receiving a rest day for the second leg of a back-to-back set, along with several other key Pacers players. Nesmith will likely be back in action Friday at Milwaukee.

Porzingis (Achilles) is available for Tuesday's game against Miami.

Porzingis is ready to return from a three-week absence with left Achilles tendinitis. Given the lengthy stay on the sidelines, the star big man is likely to face a minutes restriction Tuesday. Porzingis has averaged 13.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 2.2 three-pointers in 19.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances.