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Thompson has been upgraded to available for Sunday's game against the Raptors, ending a five-game absence caused by a right ankle sprain. His return to the starting lineup is a significant boost for the Pistons, who value his elite wing defense. Before the injury, Thompson was averaging 11.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.4 steals, and 1.0 blocks over 28.1 minutes per contest across seven games.
Jalen Slawson is set to make his first career NBA start Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. The forward is coming off a strong performance against the Suns on Thursday, where he recorded 10 points, eight rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block in 32 minutes of action. He joins T.J. McConnell, Andrew Nembhard, Jarace Walker, and Ivica Zubac in the starting lineup for this contest.
T.J. McConnell will start for the Pacers against the Bucks on Sunday, marking his second start of the 2025-26 season. He joins a first unit that includes Aaron Nesmith, Jarace Walker, Jalen Slawson, and Ivica Zubac. In his previous start this season, McConnell logged 15 minutes and finished with nine points, two rebounds, two assists, and one steal.
AJ Green will start for the Milwaukee Bucks in Sunday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. He will be joined in the starting lineup by Ryan Rollins, Kyle Kuzma, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Myles Turner. As a starter this season, Green has been productive, maintaining averages of 10.0 points and 2.9 three-pointers per game on efficient 42/41/82 shooting splits.
Marvin Bagley will move to the second unit for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The shift comes as Daniel Gafford returns to the lineup following a rest day. Through 11 games with the Mavericks this season, Bagley has provided solid production off the bench, averaging 10.4 points and 8.0 rebounds per game.
Zubac is set to play Sunday against the Bucks despite dealing with an ankle injury. This will mark his third consecutive game, and the team will monitor if his playing time continues to trend upward. In Friday's loss to the Knicks, Zubac logged 29 minutes and recorded 11 points, eight rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block. Fantasy managers should ensure he is active in their lineups.
Gafford has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers due to an illness. This marks his second consecutive absence, and his status for Monday's game in New Orleans is currently in jeopardy. Marvin Bagley is expected to continue handling an increased role in the frontcourt while Gafford remains sidelined.
Nembhard has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Milwaukee due to a calf injury. With him unavailable, Kam Jones is expected to have the opportunity to start, while T.J. McConnell and Taelon Peter should see increased minutes. Nembhard is currently considered questionable for Tuesday's game in New York.
Siakam has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Milwaukee due to a knee injury. This will be his fourth consecutive game on the inactive list. With Tuesday's game being the first of a back-to-back, Siakam could potentially miss at least one more contest. Kobe Brown is expected to continue starting in his place, with Obi Toppin and Micah Potter likely to see additional minutes.
Wagner will remain on the inactive list for Monday's game in Atlanta as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. He currently lacks a specific timetable for return, and the team's practice of ruling him out a full day in advance suggests he is not close to playing. Until the Magic provide further updates on his rehab progress, he should be considered week-to-week.
Black has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hawks as he recovers from a left lateral abdominal muscle strain. This will be his fifth consecutive game missed. His next opportunity to return is Tuesday against the Thunder, but he is currently considered doubtful for that contest given the lack of updates from the team regarding his status.
Victor Wembanyama returned from ankle soreness to lead the Spurs to a 115-102 victory over the Hornets, recording 32 points, 12 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 blocks, and 2 steals. The Spurs, now one win away from a 50-win season, held Charlotte to 38% shooting. Wembanyama was instrumental on both ends, showcasing his defensive prowess and playmaking ability. The team travels to face the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday.
Despite being listed as questionable due to right patella tendonitis, Turner has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Pacers. The veteran center, who logged 24 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Hawks, has struggled offensively recently, failing to reach double-digit scoring in seven of his last eight appearances while shooting 37.1 percent from the field. His availability provides a boost to the Bucks' frontcourt rotation.
Dieng has been officially ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Pacers due to an ongoing illness. He also missed Saturday's 122-99 loss to the Hawks and will remain sidelined for both ends of the Bucks' back-to-back set. His next opportunity to return to the court is Tuesday against the Cavaliers. With Dieng and Kevin Porter (knee) unavailable, the team will rely on increased contributions from Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, and Taurean Prince.
Walker is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to an illness that previously kept him out of the lineup. Because the 76ers are playing on the second night of a back-to-back, there will be no shootaround, making Walker a game-time decision. If he is unable to suit up, Trendon Watford, Dalen Terry, and MarJon Beauchamp are expected to see an increase in their respective playing time.
Bona is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers with a back injury. The team may opt for a maintenance day on the second leg of their back-to-back set. With fellow center Andre Drummond also questionable, the 76ers' frontcourt depth is currently thin. Official word on Bona's status is expected to be provided closer to tipoff.
Suns rookie Rasheer Fleming has earned a consistent spot in the rotation, with 96% of fans supporting his continued usage. Fleming has excelled as a shooter, hitting 51.4% of his three-pointers over his last 13 games, and provided a spark during the team's recent win streak. With his defensive energy and perimeter shooting, he has overtaken Ryan Dunn in the rotation and is expected to remain a key reserve forward even when injured starters return.
Suns rookie center Khaman Maluach is in a developmental phase, balancing G-League time with limited NBA minutes. While he has shown defensive upside—including a recent five-block performance—he has struggled with consistency. Though 73% of fans want him to remain in the rotation, analysts note his skill set overlaps with Mark Williams and Oso Ighodaro, making it difficult to find consistent playing time in a crowded frontcourt during the team's playoff push.
Dončić hit a stepback 18-foot jumper with 0.5 seconds left to secure a 127-125 overtime victory against the Nuggets on Saturday. It was his sixth career game-winning field goal in the final five seconds, but his first since joining the Lakers. The win capped an undefeated five-game homestand for Los Angeles, which has won eight of its last nine games to climb to third in the Western Conference standings.
Cason Wallace will shift to a reserve role for Sunday's matchup against the Timberwolves. The Thunder's starting lineup will feature Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell, Luguentz Dort, Chet Holmgren, and Isaiah Hartenstein. Wallace has provided steady production off the bench this season, averaging 5.8 points, 1.1 assists, and 1.7 steals across 10 appearances as a reserve.
