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Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks due to right foot injury maintenance. He is in jeopardy of missing a second consecutive contest. If he's sidelined, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland are candidates for increased minutes. Edwards has averaged 31.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.1 three-pointers, and 3.7 assists over 10 appearances this month.
Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (back) is officially good to go for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, returning after missing the past two contests. Coach Tiago Splitter had previously indicated Avdija's expected return if he cleared warmups. His activation will likely shift Sidy Cissoko back to the second unit and reduce offensive opportunities for Caleb Love.
Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley has been diagnosed with a strained left calf, sidelining him for 1-3 weeks. The team may exercise caution with his return, especially with the All-Star break approaching. This marks his second calf strain. In his absence, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, Jaylon Tyson, and Dean Wade are expected to see increased roles in the frontcourt, a significant blow to the team's lineup.
Celtics center Neemias Queta is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Hawks due to a lingering illness, potentially marking his first missed game since November. This comes after a season where he's seen increased minutes, improving defensively with higher block and steal rates, and boosting team defense by 10 fewer points per 100 possessions. If Queta is out, Amari Williams could see more minutes, especially if Luka Garza also remains sidelined.
Celtics center Luka Garza (illness) is questionable to play Wednesday versus the Hawks. An illness forced him to miss Monday's win over Portland, but it might only be a one-game absence for the backup big man. If Garza returns Wednesday, Amari Williams will likely see a reduction in his minutes.
Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, marking his seventh consecutive missed contest due to a right great toe sprain. He is expected to be re-evaluated soon, but until an update, he should be considered doubtful for future games. Jaylon Tyson, Tyrese Proctor, and Lonzo Ball are anticipated to continue seeing increased minutes in his absence.
Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Knicks. He has missed the past four games but participated in Tuesday's practice. The team will assess his response to the increased workload before deciding his status. If he returns, Sandro Mamukelishvili would likely move back to the second unit, and Jamison Battle could drop from the rotation.
Heat guard Davion Mitchell is questionable for Wednesday's game against Orlando due to a left shoulder sprain. He is attempting to end a three-game absence. With Tyler Herro (ribs) still out and Norman Powell (back) also questionable, the bulk of the ball-handling responsibilities could fall to Dru Smith and Kasparas Jakucionis at point guard.
Lakers guard Austin Reaves (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers. He has been cleared for full-contact practice and is expected to return during the team's current road trip, with his next opportunity coming Friday against the Wizards. In his absence, Gabe Vincent, Jake LaRavia, and Marcus Smart are candidates for increased playing time.
Heat center Kel'el Ware (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic. Ware has missed Miami's past four games but practiced Tuesday, which is an encouraging sign for his potential return. His availability will be clearer after shootaround, but if he plays, Nikola Jovic's minutes would likely decrease.
Heat guard Tyler Herro (ribs) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Magic, marking his seventh consecutive game on the sidelines. Given that Herro is still not practicing and is being ruled out 24 hours in advance, he should be considered doubtful for Thursday's game in Chicago. Jaime Jaquez and Pelle Larsson will continue to pick up the slack in his absence.
Heat swingman Norman Powell is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic due to lower-back tightness, a nagging issue that has frequently kept him on the injury report. If Powell is unable to play, Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez would likely see increased playing time on the wing.
Pacers forward Jarace Walker is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to a new right foot bruise. This marks his first potential absence of the 2025-26 season, having been available for all 47 previous games. Walker has played at least 26 minutes in four of his last five outings, so his potential absence would free up significant playing time for Micah Potter and Johnny Furphy.
Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, recovering from right Achilles surgery, has resumed 3-on-3 and 4-on-4 court work, progressing faster than anticipated. Ruled out for the 2025-26 season, the 25-year-old is now expected to have a normal offseason if he advances to 5-on-5 drills by spring. Additionally, Haliburton has reportedly added 30 pounds during his recovery, aiming for a more physical role upon his return, which could make him a different player for the better.
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Miami, marking his fourth consecutive absence due to left ankle injury management. The decision to rule him out a day in advance suggests his recovery is not progressing rapidly, which is a concern for fantasy managers. Wagner is now considered highly questionable for Friday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors as he continues to deal with the lingering ankle issue.
Max Christie (ankle) has been removed from the injury report and is cleared for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, having been questionable for Sunday's postponed game due to a left ankle sprain. The Dallas Mavericks guard is currently on a hot streak, averaging 23.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.0 steals, and 5.0 three-pointers per contest while shooting 52.6 percent from deep in his last four games. He has also shown significant overall improvement, shooting 50% on 2-point attempts and 45.5% on 3-pointers (5.8 attempts/game) this week, making him a crucial piece for Dallas's future.
Jalen Green (hamstring) will not play for the Phoenix Suns in Tuesday's game against the Nets. He aggravated a right hamstring injury during Friday's loss to Atlanta, marking this as his second consecutive missed contest. Green was previously listed as questionable, indicating the team is managing his injury day-to-day. His next opportunity to return to action will be Thursday against the Pistons, where his status will be re-evaluated.
Jonathan Kuminga's trade from the Warriors before the Feb. 5 deadline is now "less likely" following Jimmy Butler's season-ending ACL injury, according to multiple sources. Kuminga, who had requested a trade, recently hyperextended his knee and has a bone bruise, making it difficult for teams to evaluate him. Before his injury, he scored 30 points in 30 minutes after being out of the rotation for 16 games. While teams like the Lakers and Kings have shown interest, the Warriors are hesitant to take on long-term money or receive insufficient assets. He is expected to be reevaluated soon, with optimism for a return before the deadline, but a summer trade is increasingly probable.
Lauri Markkanen (illness) is available to play Tuesday against the Clippers, ending a seven-game absence. The Jazz forward was reportedly very ill, and the team may ease him back into action with a modest workload. Due to the cautious approach, random maintenance days are anticipated for Markkanen throughout the remainder of the season.
Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks due to lower-back soreness. This decision comes despite his participation in Tuesday's morning shootaround. LaVine was previously sidelined for Sunday's game against the Pistons due to the same back issue and was listed as questionable. His next opportunity to play will be Thursday in Philadelphia. With Malik Monk (ankle) also out, Keon Ellis is expected to see an increased role in the starting lineup.
