Brandin Podziemski (illness) is questionable for Wednesday’s Game 2 against the Rockets.

Podziemski is a late addition to the Warriors’ injury report, which is an ominous sign regarding his availability for Game 2. A fixture in the starting lineup for the past month, the second-year guard logged 35 minutes in Game 1. Gary Payton II and Buddy Hield would likely see their minutes increase if Podziemski sits, with the former’s defensive prowess likely making him the priority.

Santi Aldama came off the bench and generated 10 points (4-of-11 FGs), five rebounds, and two three-pointers in the Grizzlies’ Game 2 loss to the Thunder on Tuesday.

Aldama was one of two Grizzlies reserves to score and one of four players to make two three-pointers. His 31 minutes played were the fourth-highest on the team, which could signal that he’ll be a significant part of Memphis’ game plan moving forward. The Grizzlies will look to score their first win of the series on Thursday in Memphis in Game 3.

Santi Aldama came off the bench and generated 10 points (4-of-11 FGs), five rebounds and two three-pointers in the Grizzlies’ Game 2 loss to the Thunder on Tuesday.

Aldama was one of two Grizzlies reserves to score and one of four players to make two three-pointers. His 31 minutes played were the fourth-highest on the team, which could signal that he’ll be a significant part of Memphis’ game plan moving forward. The Grizzlies will look to score their first win of the series on Thursday in Memphis in Game 3.

Desmond Bane had a well-rounded performance, totaling 19 points (7-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), 12 rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in the Grizzlies’ Game 2 loss.

While Bane didn’t have a big night scoring the basketball, he found a way to impact the game in other ways. Bane led Memphis in rebounding, was second in total assists, and was the only member of the Grizzlies to notch a double-double in the loss. He’ll have another chance to stuff the stat sheet on Thursday when the Grizzlies take on the Thunder in Memphis for Game 3.

Desmond Bane had a well-rounded performance, totaling 19 points (7-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), 12 rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Thunder in Game 2.

While Bane didn’t have a big night scoring the basketball, he found a way to impact the game in other ways. Bane led Memphis in rebounding, was second in total assists, and was the only member of the Grizzlies to notch a double-double in the loss. He’ll have another chance to stuff the stat sheet on Thursday when the Grizzlies take on the Thunder in Memphis for Game 3.

Ja Morant finished with 23 points (10-of-25 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in 40 minutes in Tuesday’s Game 2 loss to the Thunder.

Morant struggled with his shooting efficiency for the second straight game against a suffocating Thunder defense. Combined with Morant’s shooting struggles were the five turnovers he produced, helping underscore just how much he struggled. Perhaps a change of scenery could help ignite Morant and the Grizzlies as they look to avoid going down 0-3 in the series when returning home for Game 3 on Thursday

Jaren Jackson Jr. had a bounce-back performance in Game 2, tallying 26 points (10-of-18 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds and two three-pointers in 35 minutes.

Jackson Jr. rebounded nicely from a low-scoring Game 1 in which he totaled just four points. The two-time NBA All-Star led the Grizzlies in scoring on Tuesday, with his total exceeding more than his regular-season average of 22.2 points per game. However, in a rare occurrence, the former NBA Defensive Player of the Year did not record any blocks or steals in the Game 2 loss. Memphis would benefit from a repeat performance from Jackson Jr. on Thursday as it looks to earn its first win of the series when taking the floor at FedExForum in Memphis for Game 3.

Jonathan Kuminga did not play in Sunday’s Game 1 win over the Rockets.

After playing at least 17 minutes in six straight games, Kuminga picked up a DNP-CD in Golden State’s final two games before the playoffs. He met a similar fate in Sunday’s Game 1, and that may be the norm for Kuminga moving forward. Multiple outlets reported during the game that he’s unlikely to crack the rotation unless there’s a need to adjust the game plan within a game or the series. With restricted free agency looming in the summer, Kuminga’s Warriors career appears to be ending on the pine.

Brandin Podziemski accumulated 14 points (5-of-13 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, five assists, two steals and three three-pointers in 35 minutes in Sunday’s Game 1 win over the Rockets.

Only three Warriors reached double figures in Sunday’s 95-85 victory, with Podziemski joining Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler. Making his first postseason appearance, the second-year guard offered solid value in rebounds, assists, steals and three-pointers in Game 1. Podziemski isn’t part of Golden State’s “big three,” with Draymond Green owning that seat next to Curry and Butler. But his contributions are essential, especially in a series that may be low-scoring due to the defensive ability of both teams. The Warriors will look to extend their series lead to 2-0 on Wednesday.

Jimmy Butler amassed 25 points (10-of-19 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, six assists, five steals and one three-pointer in 42 minutes in Sunday’s Game 1 win over the Rockets.

Butler’s first playoff game as a Warrior went about as well as his new team would have hoped. Not only was he efficient offensively, but the veteran forward was also impactful defensively. Sunday’s win was Butler’s fourth postseason game with at least five steals and first since Game 1 of the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals. With the amount of attention Houston will pay Stephen Curry defensively, Butler’s production will be crucial as the Warriors look to get out of the first round. Game 2 is on Wednesday.

Stephen Curry shot 12-of-19 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Sunday’s Game 1 win over the Rockets, scoring 31 points with six rebounds, three assists, one steal and five three-pointers in 40 minutes.

Curry missed his first three shots on Sunday, possibly prompting some to recall the April 6 meeting in which the Rockets held him to just three points. That game was an outlier for the elite shooter, and he would make 12 of his final 16 shots in Sunday’s series opener. During his postseason career, Curry has scored 30 points or more on 59 occasions. With Jimmy Butler now in the fold, he’ll likely have the room to produce more efforts of Sunday’s caliber in this series. Game 2 is on Wednesday.

Jaren Jackson Jr. shot 2-of-13 from the field in Sunday’s Game 1 loss to the Thunder, scoring four points with three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes.

There’s no sugar-coating Jackson’s performance in Memphis’s 51-point loss: he was abysmal in Oklahoma City. This effort was surprising, as JJJ averaged 19.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.0 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers in three regular-season meetings with the Thunder. It doesn’t need to be said that Jackson must be better. If “Trip” plays at the level he did on Sunday, this series will likely be a short one. Game 2 is on Tuesday.

Marvin Bagley scored 17 points (8-for-8 FGs) with five rebounds, two steals, a block, and a three-pointer on Sunday.

Bagley was the Grizzlies’ only bright spot on offense in Game 1. The reserve big was perfect from the field and got plenty of burn in a game that was out of reach for his team early on. Whether he can earn more minutes moving forward remains to be seen. He’ll likely get less of an opportunity if Game 2 is closer.

Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 17 points (6-of-17 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), adding three rebounds, four assists, a block, and a three-pointer.

Morant was inefficient in Game 1, like many of his teammates. The long ball was not falling for him or anyone else. The star point guard shot 34.1 percent against OKC during the regular season and things could get ugly (uglier?) for Memphis if their stout defense continues to stifle him.

Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 17 points (6-of-17 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs). He also posted three rebounds, four assists, a block, and a three-pointer.

Morant was very inefficient in Game 1 like many of his teammates. The long ball was not falling for him or anyone else. The star point guard shot 34.1% against OKC during the regular season and things could get ugly for Memphis if their stout defense continues to stifle him.

Zach Edey recorded a double-double on Friday with 15 points (7-of-9 FGs), 11 rebounds, one assist and two blocks against the Mavericks.

Edey has now played in two play-in games in his career and has two play-in double-doubles. He wasn’t able to match his 17 rebounds from Tuesday’s game, but Edey still made a big impact in this game to help Memphis return to the playoffs after a one-year absence. Edey will have his hands full for his playoff debut on Sunday as he matches up with Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein while also trying to make life difficult for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander when he drives to the basket.

Desmond Bane lit up the Mavericks with 22 points (8-of-15 FGs), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals, three three-pointers and six turnovers on Friday.

After scoring 30 points in Tuesday’s loss to Golden State, Bane once again had another productive night on the offensive end. He didn’t match his point total from that game, but he didn’t need to. Bane made up for a slightly lower scoring night by matching Ja Morant as the leader in assists in this game. Bane, Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. combined to score 68 of the Grizzlies 120 points in this game. If all three are clicking for their series against the Thunder, they’ll have a chance to win some games.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 24 points (10-of-18 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and four three-pointers against the Mavericks on Friday.

JJJ had a better night offensively on Friday than he did in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, which helped propel Memphis back to the postseason. He was joined by Ja Morant and Desmond Bane, who each scored 22 points, as the main producers of offensive for the Grizzlies, though they had six players score in double figures. Jackson Jr. had four triples in each of their play-in games, and if he continues to knock down shots at that rate during their series against the Thunder, they’ll certainly have a chance to make some noise.

Ja Morant posted a full line on Friday with 22 points (7-of-24 FGs), seven rebounds, nine assists, three steals and one three-pointer in a 120-106 win over the Mavericks.

Despite dealing with an ankle injury, Morant played a significant role in the Grizzlies’ blowout win over the Mavs. He had an injection to help his ankle on Thursday, and it paid off in the first half as he contributed 16 points, five rebounds, five assists and three steals prior to the break. Unfortunately, he struggled after halftime, which nearly allowed Dallas to complete a big comeback. Morant will have about 36 hours to rest his ankle for they take on the Thunder in Game 1 of their first round series on Sunday.

Ja Morant (ankle) is available to play against the Mavericks on Friday.

As he has been saying all week, Morant will play in the Grizzlies’ play-in matchup with Dallas. Now, it’s finally official. Morant may be limited by the ankle injury, but he underwent an injection on Thursday, so he hopefully won’t be too limited. Regardless, expect him to play a significant role to try and keep their season alive.

Ja Morant had an injection in his ankle on Thursday but is “determined to play” against the Mavericks on Friday.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Ja Morant had an injection in his ankle on Thursday but is “determined to play” against the Mavericks on Friday.

Charania also noted that if this was a regular season game, Morant likely wouldn’t be playing. It is a “severe” ankle sprain, though he has never wavered from his stance that he will play against Dallas. The injection should help ease the pain, but it also establishes just how severe the injury is. Still, in an elimination game, Morant will play as much as he needs to in order to get Memphis to the playoffs.

Ja Morant (ankle) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Mavericks.

Morant told reporters after Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors that he expects to play Friday. Nevertheless, the 25-year-old point guard missed practice Thursday and is officially listed as questionable with a right ankle sprain. While it’s hard to envision Morant sitting out a game of importance like Friday’s, his ankle is clearly bothering him. If Morant is out, Santi Aldama and Luke Kennard will be in line for extra minutes with Kennard potentially moving into the starting lineup.

Ja Morant (ankle) missed practice on Thursday and will be a game-time decision against the Mavericks on Friday.

Morant finished out Tuesday’s game against the Warriors after injuring his ankle during overtime and said after the game that he will play on Friday. It’s difficult to imagine him not suiting up for a win-or-go-home game, but the ankle is clearly bothering him quite a bit, which could impact his performance on the court. If something changes, Santi Aldama and Luke Kennard will take on extra minutes, with Kennard potentially replacing Morant in the starting unit.

Ja Morant (ankle) was adamant after Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors that he will be available for Friday’s game against Dallas or Sacramento.

Morant rolled his right ankle with a little over four minutes remaining in the third quarter of Tuesday’s 7/8 play-in tournament game. He did return to action but was labored in his movements, ultimately logging 35 minutes. Following the defeat, Morant left no doubt about what he expects regarding his availability for Friday. “I’m playing. That’s basically the answer I’m giving,” Morant said. “It ain’t nothing different.” Memphis will host the winner of Wednesday’s game between Dallas and Sacramento on Friday. This game will determine the eighth seed in the West, with the winner advancing to face Oklahoma City.

Ja Morant (ankle) was adamant after Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors that he will be available for Friday’s game against Dallas or Sacramento.

Morant rolled his right ankle with a little over four minutes remaining in the third quarter of Tuesday’s 7/8 Play-In tournament game. He did return to action but was labored in his movements, ultimately logging 35 minutes. Following the defeat, Morant left no doubt about what he expects regarding his availability for Friday. “I’m playing. That’s basically the answer I’m giving,” Morant said. “It ain’t nothing different.” Memphis will host the winner of Wednesday’s game between Dallas and Sacramento on Friday. This game will determine the eighth seed in the West, with the winner advancing to face Oklahoma City.

Zach Edey dropped 14 points (4-of-11 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), 17 rebounds and two assists in 33 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors.

While he struggled with his shot on Tuesday, the 7-foot-4 Edey was a force on the boards. Having reached double digits in rebounds in five of his last six appearances of the regular season, the rookie center grabbed 17 more on Tuesday. Seven rebounds were offensive, giving the Grizzlies extra possessions that helped erase a 20-point deficit. Edey was unable to do enough to help Memphis get the win and earn a playoff spot. Still, they’ll have another opportunity to do so on Friday against the winner of Wednesday’s game between Dallas and Sacramento.

Jaren Jackson Jr. accumulated 18 points (6-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal and four three-pointers in 39 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors.

Interestingly, the one area in which Jackson struggled against the Warriors during the regular season was a position of strength on Tuesday. After shooting 3-of-18 from deep in four meetings, he was 4-of-9 on Tuesday. The issue was Jackson shooting 2-of-6 from two, a far cry from the 54.1 percent clip he shot during the regular season. Jackson will look to rebound on Friday when the Grizzlies host Dallas or Sacramento. The winner of Friday’s game will be the eighth seed in the West.

Scotty Pippen finished Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors with nine points (3-of-8 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, five assists and one steal in 34 minutes.

During the regular season, the Grizzlies went with Vince Williams Jr. as the fifth starter after losing Jaylen Wells to a fractured wrist. However, Pippen was the choice on Tuesday, with his inclusion shifting Ja Morant off the ball. Pippen was solid but not spectacular; we’ll see if the Grizzlies stick with this lineup when they host Dallas or Sacramento on Friday. Williams only played three minutes, going scoreless with one rebound and one assist.

Ja Morant (ankle) amassed 22 points (9-of-18 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 35 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors.

While Morant committed five turnovers on Tuesday, the sprained right ankle he suffered during the third quarter was more concerning. The good news for the Grizzlies was that he returned after spending some time on the bench, ultimately logging 35 minutes. Following the game, TNT reported the Grizzlies would not X-ray Morant’s ankle. Next, we will see how Morant’s ankle responds after the team returns to Memphis. He should be considered questionable for Friday’s game against Dallas or Sacramento, with the winner receiving the eighth seed in the West.

Desmond Bane shot 11-of-21 from the field and 3-of-3 from the foul line in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, scoring 30 points with six rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and five three-pointers in 39 minutes.

After scoring at least 24 points in three of his last four regular-season appearances, Bane had another good night on Tuesday. It wasn’t enough to get Memphis into the playoffs, but they’ll have another opportunity to earn their way in on Friday against the Dallas/Sacramento winner. With Ja Morant spraining his right ankle during the third quarter, Bane may be in a position where he must do even more as a scorer than he did on Tuesday.

Draymond Green accumulated four points (1-of-5 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, 10 assists, three steals and one blocked shot in 31 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies.

Green did not provide much value as a scorer, which is par for his course. But he was impactful in other ways, including recording a team-high 10 assists and four “stocks.” With Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler leading the way offensively, Green’s mastery of the “little things” will be critical in Golden State’s first-round matchup with Houston. Game 1 is on Sunday night.

Stephen Curry amassed 36 points (9-of-22 FGs, 12-of-12 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and six three-pointers in 39 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies.

While his injured right thumb remains problematic, it did not keep Curry from showing up when it mattered most on Tuesday. The Warriors guard scored 15 of the team’s final 19 points, as Golden State avoided blowing a game they led by as much as 20. Curry shot 3-of-4 from beyond the arc during the fourth quarter, and his two free throws with 3.4 seconds remaining sealed the outcome. Golden State’s reward is much-needed time off and a matchup with the Rockets. Game 1 is scheduled for Sunday in Houston.

Jimmy Butler shot 12-of-20 from the field and 12-of-18 from the foul line in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies, scoring 38 points with seven rebounds, six assists, three steals and two three-pointers in 39 minutes.

Tuesday’s Play-In tournament matchup was not an official playoff game, but it was the Warriors fans’ official introduction to Butler as a postseason weapon. While he did not record the best free-throw percentage, racking up 18 attempts cannot be ignored. Butler has added a needed dimension to the Warriors on both ends of the floor, especially offensively. His ability to work out of the post and get to the foul line will be vital in the playoffs, which the Warriors will begin on Sunday in Houston in a 2/7 matchup.

Moses Moody (back) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Moody is good to go after his back tightened up during the pregame shootaround on Tuesday afternoon. He’ll take on his usual role within the Warriors’ starting lineup, offering limited value next to Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski.

Moses Moody (back) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Warriors.

Moody started for the Dubs until late March but has averaged just 8.8 points and 3.1 rebounds over his previous nine games. Gary Payton II is most likely to slide in as an undersized but capable wing defender if Moody is ruled out.

Jimmy Butler (thigh) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday’s Play-In Tournament matchup with the Grizzlies.

Butler injured his thigh during Sunday’s overtime loss to the Clippers. He played through it and said after that he would play against Memphis, and the initial injury report lines up with his statement. Butler should see a heavy workload in a matchup to make the playoffs and take on the Rockets in the first round.

Jimmy Butler (thigh) logged 48 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers, tallying 30 points (12-of-20 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), one rebound, nine assists, one steal and one blocked shot.

Butler’s final stat line on Sunday was outstanding but came with some pain. He took a Kawhi Leonard knee to the left thigh during overtime but stayed in the game. That injury, combined with Stephen Curry’s right thumb, is why the Warriors could have used the time off that would have come with a victory over the Clippers. Instead, Butler and the Warriors will host the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Following the game, Butler said he was fine and will be in the lineup, but don’t be surprised if Jimmy is on the initial injury report.

Brandin Podziemski accumulated 19 points (7-of-11 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in 43 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.

While the addition of Jimmy Butler has negatively impacted Jonathan Kuminga’s (DNP-CD on Sunday) playing time and fantasy value, that has not been the case for Podziemski. The second-year guard has played well since the February trade deadline, providing eighth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Podziemski’s emergence will be key for the Warriors, as they’ll need to beat Memphis on Tuesday to earn the seventh seed in the West. Houston will be the first-round opponent for the winner of that game, while the loser plays the Sacramento/Dallas winner for the eighth seed.

Stephen Curry amassed 36 points (10-of-20 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, two steals and seven three-pointers in 38 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.

Curry has been dealing with a right thumb injury, the severity of which has not been made public. With that in mind, it would have been nice for the Warriors to win Sunday’s game, as they would have avoided the play-in tournament. Instead, they’ll host Memphis on Tuesday, with the winner being the seventh seed in the West. The good news for Curry and the Warriors was that he shot the ball well on Sunday, but he must clean up the turnovers after committing eight against the Clippers.

Jay Huff finished Sunday’s win over the Mavericks with 22 points (9-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, two steals, six blocks and two three-pointers in 28 minutes.

Huff did not start Sunday’s game, but that did not prevent him from putting on a show on both ends of the floor. He recorded career highs in points and blocks, finishing with a robust stat line sure to benefit any fantasy manager who rolled the dice on him. Due to Memphis’s overall depth, Huff has not been a consistent factor in fantasy basketball. However, he’s good enough to offer solid streaming value when the Grizzlies are shorthanded, as they were on Sunday.

Cam Spencer logged 37 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Mavericks, scoring 23 points (8-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) while adding two rebounds, seven assists, three steals and five three-pointers.

Spencer was one of three Grizzlies to finish Sunday’s blowout with new career-high point totals, with Lamar Stevens and Jay Huff being the others. The second-round pick out of UConn did not have the best field-goal percentage, but the assists, steals and three-pointers will help compensate for that. Spencer is unlikely to factor into the Grizzlies’ post-season rotation. Memphis begins on Tuesday against the Warriors in the Play-In Tournament.

Cam Spencer logged 37 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Mavericks, scoring 23 points (8-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists, three steals and five three-pointers.

Spencer was one of three Grizzlies to finish Sunday’s blowout with new career-high point totals, with Lamar Stevens and Jay Huff being the others. The second-round pick out of UConn did not have the best field-goal percentage, but the assists, steals and three-pointers will help compensate for that. Spencer is unlikely to factor into the Grizzlies’ post-season rotation. Play for Memphis begins on Tuesday against the Warriors in the play-in tournament.

Marvin Bagley III amassed 25 points (11-of-18 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal in 31 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Mavericks.

With Bagley and Lamar Stevens (31 points) putting up at least 25 points each, a franchise-record 12 players have accomplished that feat this season. Bagley started for Zach Edey and had a big afternoon as a scorer and rebounder. He’s unlikely to provide much value off the bench in the postseason, but Sunday’s performance may improve Bagley’s prospects for the 2025-26 campaign.

Stephen Curry (thumb) is available to play against the Clippers on Sunday.

Despite the initial questionable tag, Curry was optimistic that he would play in this game, and head coach Steve Kerr shared his sentiment. Curry will see a heavy workload in the regular season finale in a must-win game for the Warriors to avoid the Play-In Tournament.

Steve Kerr told reporters Sunday that Stephen Curry (thumb) is on track to play against the Clippers on Sunday.

It appears like Curry’s thumb injury won’t stop him from playing against the Clippers on Sunday. The Warriors guard will look to finish on a high note in the extremely competitive Western Conference to avid the play-in tournament.

Steve Kerr told reporters that Stephen Curry (thumb) is on track to play against the Clippers on Sunday.

It appears that Curry’s thumb injury won’t stop him from playing against the Clippers on Sunday. The Warriors guard will look to finish on a high note in the extremely competitive Western Conference to help his team avoid the play-in tournament.

HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto reports the Warriors converted Braxton Key to a standard contract.

Key, who spent most of this season with the Warriors’ G League affiliate, was signed to a two-way contract on March 4. While Sunday’s transaction does not impact fantasy basketball, it does ensure Key will be eligible to play during the postseason if needed.

Stephen Curry (thumb) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Clippers.

Curry aggravated a prior right thumb injury during Friday’s win over the Trail Blazers. The good news is that the X-rays were negative, and he returned to the game. Given the stakes for Sunday, with the Warriors needing a win to avoid the play-in tournament, fantasy managers in active leagues should expect to see Curry on the court.

Buddy Hield had 16 points (6-of-14 FGs), four rebounds, one block and four three-pointers against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Hield isn’t going to surprise anyone at this point of his career. The 32-year-old shooting guard only played 23 minutes, but he took as many shots as anyone on the Warriors with 14 attempts. Hield made four three-pointers on his way to 16 points and didn’t provide much in the other categories. His role isn’t going to expand next year, but he can still fit the right fantasy team builds as largely a three-point specialist.

Stephen Curry had 14 points (6-of-14 FGs), five rebounds, five assists, one block and two three-pointers against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

X-rays were negative on Curry’s thumb after he re-aggravated a previous injury in the win over the Trail Blazers Friday. The 37-year-old point guard got to take off the fourth quarter with the game out of reach. While the standings in the Western Conference remain bunched, it’s unclear if Curry will be available for the season finale Sunday.

Jimmy Butler had 24 points (6-of-10 FGs), five rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one three-pointer in the Warriors’ 103-86 victory over the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Butler’s two steals Friday made it eight games in a row with multiple swipes for the 35-year-old small forward. Butler also took on a larger scoring role with Stephen Curry re-aggravating a thumb injury. He poured in 24 points on 10 shots. Butler once again had a friendly whistle getting to the foul line 11 times and making all of his free throws. He also dished out seven assists for the second-straight game. Butler continues to excel with the Warriors since coming over from the Heat midseason.

Quinten Post (illness) is available to play against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Post will be back after missing Golden State’s last two games. Post should be back to filling out the backup center minutes as a floor-spacing big, but he hasn’t played a large enough role to provide much production in the box score.

Gary Payton II (knee) is available for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Payton is back after sitting out Golden State’s last two games with a knee injury. The Warriors effectively went eight deep for Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs; they should run a nine-man rotation with Payton cleared to play.