NBA Player News

Isaac (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Isaac being ruled out is not a surprise, as the team has yet to provide a timetable for his return. He can be considered week-to-week for the time being.

Black (abdomen) is out for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

The Magic haven't yet clarified Black's timetable for a return with an abdominal strain. The guard can be tentatively deemed doubtful for future contests until that happens.

Carter (ribs) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Carter remains day-to-day after missing Thursday's game against the Hornets. If Orlando's starting center misses another contest, the Magic will likely lean on Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner.

Fontecchio (back) is questionable for Saturday's game versus Houston.

With Andrew Wiggins (toe) ruled out, Fontecchio would likely be squandering an opportunity to start if he's unable to play. Kel'el Ware could be in line for an expanded role Saturday.

Larsson is questionable for Saturday's game against Houston due to a bruised right foot.

The Heat may opt to have Larsson go through Saturday's pregame warmups before deciding on his status. If the swingman cannot give it a go, Simone Fontecchio (back) and Kasparas Jakucionis would both be likely to see more playing time head their direction.

Jaquez (hip) is out for Saturday's game against Houston.

Jaquez will miss his second straight game for Miami, and it's not a great sign that he's getting ruled out a day in advance -- he was previously listed as questionable ahead of his absence against the Lakers on Thursday. With a lengthy injury report in Miami, guys like Keshad Johnson and Myron Gardner might be more involved.

Wiggins (toe) is out for Saturday's game against the Rockets.

Wiggins will be sidelined for an eighth straight game Saturday, and he remains without a timetable to return. Consider him questionable at best for Monday's game against the Spurs.

Smart recorded 13 points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 134-126 victory over the Heat.

Smart struggled to find his rhythm from the floor Thursday, but he salvaged his scoring line by aggressive play that led to nine free-throw attempts. The veteran guard has provided steady peripheral stats since returning from a one-game absence due to a hip injury, averaging 2.8 assists and 2.3 steals over his last three outings. While he remains a distant sixth option in the Lakers' scoring hierarchy, Smart's defensive contributions and ability to chip in across multiple categories keep him relevant in deeper fantasy formats.

Larsson notched 11 points (3-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds and five assists over 33 minutes during Thursday's 134-126 loss to the Lakers.

Larsson reached double-digit points for the eighth consecutive game, continuing to serve as a reliable starter while Miami deals with multiple injuries to its wing rotation. The rookie swingman also provided steady secondary playmaking Thursday, finishing with at least five assists for the third time in his last six outings. Since the All-Star break, Larsson has seen a significant uptick in usage and is averaging 12.8 points, 3.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists across 31.4 minutes per game.

Westbrook registered 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-4 FT), three rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Thursday's 139-118 loss to Philadelphia.

Westbrook struggled to get much going on the glass for a second straight game, finishing with just three boards after recording just one rebound in his previous outing. While his scoring and rebounding have dipped recently, the veteran guard remains the primary engine for Sacramento's offense, as he has now reached at least eight assists in six consecutive appearances. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his status for the remainder of the season; as the Kings look to secure a higher lottery pick, Westbrook may continue to miss games here and there as part of the team's tanking strategy.