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CHA • Guard • #1
about 8 hours ago
The good news is that Ball has been dealing with a sprained left wrist, and he’s a right-handed shooter. Plus, the probable tag suggests that he will be available on Friday. If, for some reason, Ball cannot play, Tre Mann or KJ Simpson would be the next man up, as Collin Sexton has been ruled out with a quad injury. Mann is questionable for Friday, so there’s no guarantee that he’s available.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
TOR • Guard • #30
about 10 hours ago
No word has been given on why Agbaji will be sidelined. However, the Raptors will have AJ Lawson back on Thursday, and he can step into a few more minutes.
Source: Blake Murphy
CHA • • #
1 day ago
Kalkbrenner did not start Wednesday’s game, with Moussa Diabaté (two points, eight rebounds, two assists and one steal in 20 minutes) replacing him in the starting lineup. While the rookie still played more minutes, logging 25, his night ended prematurely due to a sprained left ankle. As a result, another start could be in the cards for Diabaté. As for who would round out the rotation if Kalkbrenner misses time, Tidjane Salaün (13 points, four rebounds, one steal and three three-pointers) was the choice to replace Diabaté after he picked up two early fouls, not Kalkbrenner.
Source: Rod Boone
CHA • • #
1 day ago
There must be something about the Knicks that doesn’t agree with Knueppel, as he has struggled from three in both meetings. After missing all seven of his attempts in a November 26 loss to New York, he made one of his six attempts on Wednesday. Fantasy managers did receive solid value in the rebound and assist categories, but the rookie’s field-goal percentage took a hit. The good news is that nights like Wednesday have not been the norm for Knueppel, who was named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month at the beginning of the week.
CHA • Guard • #1
1 day ago
Ball got going offensively after halftime, hitting four of his five three-pointers. The final stat line was excellent for those who have him rostered, but the questions about the Hornets’ guard’s ability to impact winning will persist. Ball is providing top-50 value in eight-cat formats, and while that doesn’t align with his Yahoo! ADP (27), ht’s closing in on that number. The Hornets will finish Week 7 with games against the Raptors and Nuggets.
CHA • Guard • #2
1 day ago
Sexton injured his left thigh during the third quarter of Wednesday’s game and has since been ruled out for the rest of the night. His minutes were absorbed by rookie Liam McNeeley, who would only be worth a look in redraft leagues if the Hornets were to rule out Sexton for an extended period. Sexton finished with four points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal in nine minutes.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #14
1 day ago
Wednesday’s start will be the first for Diabaté since November 14, and the lineup change raises his fantasy ceiling. His promotion comes at the expense of Ryan Kalkbrenner, who will still see solid time off the bench. However, Kalkbrenner is more valuable to fantasy managers when he’s starting.
Source: Rod Boone
CHA • Guard • #1
1 day ago
No surprise here as Ball was initially listed as probable with a wrist injury. The 24-year-old point guard is dealing with some soreness in his left wrist and wasn’t on the injury report for his ankle, which has bothered him at times this year. Ball is coming off a 12-point and 14-assist performance in Monday’s loss to the Nets.
TOR • Center • #19
1 day ago
Thursday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Raptors, who host the Hornets on Friday. Poeltl’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, and this may be a spot where Sandro Mamukelashvili or Collin Murray-Boyles starts. While Jamison Battle was the choice for Sunday’s loss to the Knicks, the Lakers’ Deandre Ayton spends more time around the basket than New York’s Karl-Anthony Towns.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
TOR • Center • #19
2 days ago
Poeltl was back in the lineup after missing Sunday’s loss to the Knicks, pushing Jamison Battle (DNP-CD) to the bench. His return also impacted Sandro Mamukelashvili (6/7/2/0/1), who was limited to 19 minutes off the bench. Poeltl played 26 minutes, which aligns with his average for the season. While he did surpass 30 minutes in the two games before Sunday’s night off, Poeltl’s playing time will likely hover in the mid-to-high 20s range. While he can still be valuable to fantasy managers, that lowers his ceiling.
TOR • Forward • #3
2 days ago
Ingram experienced an injury scare during the third quarter when he rolled his right ankle. However, after a quick trip to the locker room, he was back on the bench and ultimately returned to action. It’s worth noting that a left ankle injury ended Ingram’s 2024-25 season after 18 games. He’s already played 22 this season and has yet to miss a game. While Ingram is ranked outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, simply being available is a win for those who roster him.
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
2 days ago
Barnes, who was named Eastern Conference Defensive Player of the Month earlier on Tuesday, blocked two more shots against the Trail Blazers. And his defensive production is one reason why the Raptors forward ranks among the best players in fantasy basketball this season. Averaging 1.4 steals and 1.6 blocks per game, Barnes is providing first-round value in 12-team formats. And he’s shown no signs of slowing down, especially with the improvements he’s made offensively.
TOR • Guard • #5
2 days ago
Quickley started Tuesday’s game hot, hitting his first five three-point attempts in what would be one of his best outings of the season. The 23 points were two shy of his season-high, and this was his third game with five made three-pointers. Thus far, the addition of Brandon Ingram to the rotation has not negatively affected Quickley’s fantasy value, as he’s providing sixth-round value in nine-cat formats. In 12-team formats, that’s slightly better than his Yahoo! ADP (74).
TOR • Center • #19
2 days ago
Poeltl is back after sitting out on Sunday, which was the second leg of a back-to-back. He’ll occupy his typical starting spot, which will push Jamison Battle back to playing a reserve role, which eliminates the streaming value he held.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
2 days ago
Barrett has already been ruled out for a fifth straight game on Tuesday, which means Ja’Kobe Walter will continue to start in his place. Barrett is reportedly improving and remains “day-to-day”, but his next chance to suit up will be against the Lakers on Thursday.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
CHA • Guard • #1
2 days ago
There’s some good news on two fronts regarding Ball’s appearance on Charlotte’s most recent injury report. It’s his left (non-shooting) wrist that is currently sore, and the point guard’s ankle is not cited as a reason for the appearance, either. If Ball can’t play on Wednesday, Collin Sexton will return to the starting lineup.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #23
2 days ago
Mann will miss a second straight game with a left ankle impingement. His absence should once again result in more playing time for Collin Sexton and Liam McNeeley. While McNeeley could have value later in the season, Sexton is a worthwhile option in deeper leagues currently.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #24
2 days ago
Miller was held out of Monday’s loss to the Nets due to what the Hornets described as left shoulder soreness. Ahead of Wednesday, the injury is now listed as a left shoulder subluxation, which cost him 13 games earlier this season. Miller may be considered day-to-day, but fantasy managers should plan for the possibility of him being out for an extended period. Sion James should continue to start until Miller returns.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #31
3 days ago
On Monday, Salaün saw his first NBA action since November 2, and he took advantage of the opportunity. The second-year forward was one of five Hornets reserves to score at least eight points on a night when three starters (Miles Bridges, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Sion James) combined to score 15. Salaün’s Monday night does not make him a player worth adding, but there may come a point later in the season when the Hornets prioritize his playing time for developmental reasons.
CHA • Guard • #1
3 days ago
While Ball did not offer much scoring value, the 14 assists were a season-high. For the season, Ball is averaging 8.9 assists per game, more than a full assist more than his 2024-25 average (7.4). However, the inefficient shooting has negatively impacted Ball’s value. He’s shooting a career-low 37.8 percent from the field, and Monday’s 3-of-9 effort doesn’t help. Fantasy managers expect to take a hit in the turnover and field-goal percentage categories, but he’s been a safe bet to make at least 40 percent of his shots in the past. That has not been the case this season.
CHA • • #
3 days ago
Over his last two games, Knueppel has shot 8-of-16 from beyond the arc. While fantasy managers in category leagues would like to see some defensive production from the rookie, he has been one of the most productive first-year players in the NBA this season. And over the past two weeks, Knueppel has been a sixth-round player in nine-cat formats. He continues to exceed his Yahoo! ADP (142) and has been one of the few bright spots for the Hornets this season.
CHA • • #
3 days ago
With Brandon Miller sidelined due to left shoulder soreness, James will return to the starting lineup. The second-round rookie has played well, but that hasn’t led to much fantasy production. That will likely hold true in this game, especially with the rest of the starters healthy.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #23
3 days ago
Mann has been a nice rotation piece for the Hornets, contributing 9.2 points per game off the bench. In his absence, Collin Sexton should be the primary guard off the bench for a Hornets team looking to put together a third straight win on Monday. Liam McNeeley may also see more minutes.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Forward • #24
3 days ago
Absent from the Hornets’ initial injury report for Monday, Miller will not play due to left shoulder soreness. It’s the same shoulder that sidelined him for nearly a month, and he appeared to aggravate the injury during Saturday’s win over the Raptors. Sion James is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. While the rookie has had his moments, he is not someone who needs to be rostered in redraft leagues.
Source: John Hollinger
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
4 days ago
Barnes knocked down six of eight to score a game-high 16 first-half points, but was held to just two points in the second half as some fatigue seemed to set in for the Raptors on the second night of a back-to-back. The Raptors suffered their second straight defeat after their nine-game win streak was snapped earlier this weekend in an overtime loss to the Hornets. They’ve dropped nine straight games against the Knicks dating back to January 22, 2023. The 24-year-old playmaker has put together an outstanding season, delivering first-round value for fantasy purposes, averaging 19.9 points, eight rebounds, five assists, 1.4 steals and 1.6 blocks through 21 games. Toronto opens a four-game week on Tuesday against the Trail Blazers before matchups against the Lakers, Hornets and Celtics.
CHA • Guard • #23
4 days ago
Mann has played in Charlotte’s last four games following a two-game absence with an injury to the same ankle. Collin Sexton and Sion James would likely take on a few extra minutes if Mann is unavailable.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
TOR • Center • #19
4 days ago
The big man will sit out the second leg of Toronto’s back-to-back set on Sunday, and Sandro Mamukelashvili could be in line for a spot start. Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles should see additional run off the bench.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Center • #19
4 days ago
The big man will sit out the second leg of Toronto’s back-to-back set on Sunday, and Sandro Mamukelashvili could be in line for a spot start. Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles should see additional run off the bench.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Guard • #5
5 days ago
Not only did Quickley record a season-high assist total, but he notched his second double-double on Saturday. His fantasy value has consistently hovered within the top-75 in eight- and nine-cat formats thus far, with a lower-than-expected free-throw percentage being the issue. A career 85.3 percent shooter from the charity stripe, Quickley is making 74.5 percent of his attempts this season. Getting that number closer to 80 percent will go a long way toward improving IQ’s fantasy value. The Raptors play four games during Week 7, starting with the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.
TOR • Forward • #3
5 days ago
Ingram has scored at least 22 points in three straight and six of his last seven games. While the shooting on Saturday wasn’t great, there isn’t much to complain about regarding the Raptors forward’s season-long value. A top-75 player in nine-cat formats, Ingram is closing in on top-50 value in eight-cat. He’ll look to take advantage of some home cooking during Week 7, as all four of the Raptors’ games are at home.
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
5 days ago
Barnes recorded an excellent stat line on Saturday, but his run of consecutive made free throws ended at 25. So, José Calderon’s franchise record of 87 consecutive made free throws remains safe. Overtime loss and free-throw streak aside, Barnes has been outstanding this season. And in fantasy, he has been a top-15 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Raptors play four games during Week 7, starting with Portland on Tuesday.
CHA • Guard • #2
5 days ago
With LaMelo Ball (14/2/5 with one three-pointer) struggling with foul trouble and under a minutes restriction, Sexton gave the Hornets valuable minutes off the bench. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, the veteran guard recorded a complete stat line and helped lead the way as Charlotte outscored Toronto by a 24-17 margin in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Sexton hasn’t been the most reliable fantasy option, but Ball’s injury history makes him worth holding onto in deep leagues.
CHA • Forward • #24
5 days ago
After a stellar performance in Friday’s win over the Bulls, Miller played the second game of Charlotte’s home back-to-back. While the poor shooting was problematic, more concerning for fantasy managers was Miller exiting during the third quarter after appearing to aggravate his left shoulder injury. While he did return later in the quarter, the Hornets forward did not seem to be all that comfortable. The Hornets begin a four-game Week 7 in Brooklyn on Monday, but they won’t have any back-to-backs. Hopefully, Miller will be available for all four contests.
CHA • Forward • #0
5 days ago
Bridges wasn’t too thrilled with the performances of either himself or his teammates in Wednesday’s loss to the Knicks. He’s backed up the words that followed that blowout loss with actions, totaling 57 points in wins over the Bulls and Raptors. Saturday’s 35 points were a season high for the athletic forward, who has four 30-point games to his name in 2025-26. Bridges and the Hornets play four games in Week 7, starting with the Nets on Monday.
CHA • • #
5 days ago
After totaling 18 points on 7-of-26 shooting in his previous two games, Knueppel got back on track Saturday night. The rookie has scored at least 20 points in ten of his 19 appearances, and that production has placed Knueppel among the best rookies in the NBA, if not at the top of that list. Given the recent injury issues for LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, Knueppel boasts a high ceiling in redraft leagues. The Hornets play four games during Week 7, starting with the Nets on Monday.
CHA • Guard • #23
5 days ago
Mann was listed as probable on the second night of the back-to-back, and now he has officially been cleared to suit up. He’ll occupy his typical role off the bench, which hasn’t been enough time for him to make an impact on the box score with LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton available.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Guard • #23
6 days ago
Mann popped up on the injury report Saturday afternoon as probable with an ankle injury. The 24-year-old shooting guard missed multiple games last week due to the injury, but has played in the last three Hornets games. Mann figures to suit up again Saturday given his probable listing, but he still doesn’t offer much fantasy value in a bench role.
CHA • Guard • #24
6 days ago
Connaughton hurt his calf last week against the Clippers and hasn’t played since. The 32-year-old shooting guard is set to miss his fourth consecutive game against the Raptors on Saturday. As a reserve, his absence doesn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball.
CHA • Forward • #0
6 days ago
Bridges had one of his better statistical performances of the season in this one. He matched his season high for assists and approached triple-double territory. Bridges is currently averaging career highs in both points and three-pointers, and the volume of triples has helped to offset the worst field goal percentage of his career. That wasn’t an issue in this game, which resulted in one of his best games of the year.
CHA • Guard • #2
6 days ago
Sexton has been at his best this season as part of the starting lineup, but he was able to reach 20 points as a reserve for the first time this season in this one. He has been an excellent addition for Charlotte and has been a consistent source of offense when given the opportunity. Still, Sexton’s best games will continue to come when he is able to start, so don’t expect nights like this often.
CHA • Forward • #24
6 days ago
This was only Miller’s fifth appearance this season, but he has been fantastic when he has suited up this year. This game featured new season-highs for minutes, points, blocks and three-pointers and resulted in Charlotte’s fifth win of the season. Miller’s injuries over the last two seasons have been frustrating, but if he can stay on the floor moving forward, he will be worth the wait.
TOR • Guard-Forward • #1
6 days ago
Dick exited early on Wednesday, but that won’t keep him sidelined against Charlotte. With RJ Barrett still sidelined, Dick should see a bump in minutes, and Ja’Kobe Walter, who played 32 minutes after Dick’s early exit, will likely see his minutes decrease from that game, but he’ll still play more than he typically does. However, neither will be reliable streaming options in standard leagues.
Source: Blake Murphy
CHA • Guard • #24
7 days ago
Connaughton injured his calf during the Hornets’ November 22 loss to the Clippers and has not played since, missing the last two games. Friday’s game will be the third on the shelf for Connaughton, but it will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
TOR • Guard • #14
8 days ago
Walter was replaced in the starting lineup by Collin Murray-Boyles (zero points and one rebound in eight minutes), but the change did not have a negative impact on his playing time. Walter, who replaced CMB in the lineup to begin the third quarter, played a season-high 32 minutes. While he isn’t a must-roster player, injuries to RJ Barrett and Gradey Dick add some appeal to Walter in deep leagues, especially with one of Toronto’s final two games of Week 6 being against the struggling Hornets.
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
8 days ago
For just the second time in his last seven games, Barnes scored at least 20 points. However, he has remained a highly valuable option in fantasy leagues, even with a slight dip in scoring. Over the past two weeks, Barnes has been a top-15 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value. The Raptors end Week 6 with a back-to-back against the Hornets and Knicks on Saturday and Sunday. The matchup with Charlotte should be an especially good one for Barnes.
TOR • Forward • #3
8 days ago
With the Pistons losing to Boston on Wednesday, Toronto’s nine-game win streak is the longest in the Eastern Conference. They’ve got Ingram to thank for their most recent victory, as his shot with six-tenths of a second remaining was the difference. He’s scored at least 22 points in five of his last six games and has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats. As long as Ingram remains healthy, fantasy managers should receive excellent value moving forward.
Source: Eric Koreen
CHA • • #
8 days ago
Wednesday’s game qualifies as Knueppel’s worst as a pro. The rookie shot 0-of-7 from beyond the arc and made one shot apiece in the first and fourth quarters. The good news for fantasy managers is that nights like Wednesday have not been the norm for Knueppel, who remains the most productive rookie in this current class. He’ll look to bounce back when the Hornets face the Bulls on Friday in both teams’ NBA Cup finale.
CHA • Forward • #0
8 days ago
Bridges had a rough night at the foul line, and he did not record any defensive stats, either. Despite limited defensive production, the veteran forward is still providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats. As long as Bridges avoids a late-season shutdown, he should remain a reliable option for managers needing scoring at the forward positions.
TOR • Guard-Forward • #1
8 days ago
Gradey fell hard on his back late in the first quarter, forcing his head to snap back and hit the court. After some time in the bench area just before the start of the second, he went back to the locker room to be evaluated, and the Raptors have ruled Gradey out for the rest of the night. His absence likely means more minutes for Ja’Kobe Walter, especially with RJ Barrett (knee) out for at least one week.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni
TOR • • #
8 days ago
The Raptors are once again without RJ Barrett, who is recovering from a knee injury. While Ja’Kobe Walter was the replacement in the lineup the last time out, Murray-Boyles has received the nod for Wednesday. The promotion makes him worthy of deep-league streaming consideration, while there isn’t much to gain from holding onto Walter in redraft leagues.
Source: Toronto Raptors
TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
9 days ago
Barrett sustained a right knee sprain in Sunday’s win over Brooklyn before sitting out Monday’s win over Cleveland. His timeline means Barrett will miss at least four games, though he could be forced to sit out additional games beyond that, depending on his recovery. Ja’Kobe Walter started on Monday, though he did little with his 24 minutes. Jamal Shead logged 24 minutes off the bench, and he should see an uptick in playing time for as long as Barrett is out. Gradey Dick may be more involved, too, so fantasy managers don’t have a clear pickup here.
Source: Esfandiar Baraheni
TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
9 days ago
Barrett will miss a second straight game with a sprained right knee, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Ja’Kobe Walter started Monday’s win over the Cavaliers, playing 24 minutes. While starting raises his fantasy ceiling, 24 minutes may not be enough for Walter to be worth the risk.
Source: Blake Murphy
TOR • Center • #19
10 days ago
Poeltl didn’t have to score much to have an impact on the Raptors’ victory. He crashed the glass hard and finished with a game-high in rebounds, while also finishing as one of two Raptors players with multiple steals. The veteran center has started in each of his appearances this year and continues to be a reliable frontcourt option for the suddenly-hot Raptors, who have not reeled off eight wins in a row.
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
10 days ago
Barnes made a big impact on Monday’s win, finishing as one of four Toronto players to score in double figures, and one of two to collect double-digit rebounds. Despite missing on each of his three-point attempts, Barnes shot the ball efficiently overall and also found a way to conclude as one of the Raptors’ best playmakers on the night. With his work on the glass, he collected his eighth double-double of the season and will have a chance to land a consecutive one against the Pacers on Wednesday.
TOR • Forward • #3
10 days ago
Ingram made his way past the 30-point mark for the first time this season and finished a few missed free throws away from a 40-point game. The former Most Improved Player took one-third of the Raptors’ field goal attempts, leading to a season-high five triples. He shot efficiently and also did solid work on the glass before the night ended in an eighth-straight win for Toronto, which holds the second spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
TOR • Guard • #14
10 days ago
The Raptors have made two changes to the lineup that started Sunday’s win over the Nets. Walter starts for the injured RJ Barrett (knee), who is considered day-to-day. While he isn’t a must-stream player, Walter should be watched in case Barrett’s injury is more severe than currently believed. The other change is Poeltl, who did not play on Sunday for injury management reasons. Sandro Mamukelashvili will come off the bench.
Source: Josh Lewenberg
TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
10 days ago
Barrett landed awkwardly after completing a dunk during the third quarter of Sunday’s victory. Already ruled out for Monday’s game against the Cavaliers, he’s considered day-to-day, which is excellent news for the Raptors. Ja’Kobe Walter and Gradey Dick are two players whose minutes may increase with Barrett unavailable.
Source: Michael Grange
TOR • Forward-Guard • #9
10 days ago
Barrett injured his knee when he appeared to land awkwardly after a third quarter dunk in Sunday’s game against the Nets. The 25-year-old small forward didn’t return to the game and is out for Monday’s second game of a back-to-back against the Cavaliers. Ja’Kobe Walter and Gradey Dick are candidates for extra minutes with Barrett out, though neither are worth streaming.
TOR • Forward-Guard • #4
11 days ago
Barnes helped fuel Toronto to their seventh straight win since November 11 in a balanced effort where eight Raptors reached double figures. He’ll take on an even larger share of the scoring load moving forward after RJ Barrett exited with a knee injury. The 24-year-old fantasy standout has produced first-round value so far, averaging 19.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, five assists, 1.5 steals and 1.8 blocks through 17 games. Toronto faces a quick turnaround with Monday’s matchup against the Cavaliers to close out a back-to-back that opens a four-game week also featuring the Pacers, Hornets and Knicks.
TOR • Guard-Forward • #1
11 days ago
Dick came off the bench to knock down a pair of three-pointers as one of eight Raptors in double figures. His role could expand in the short term if RJ Barrett is sidelined for any length of time after leaving Sunday’s contest with a knee injury.