Caleb Martin (back) is doubtful for Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Martin is on track to sit due to a sore lower back. Due to how shorthanded the Mavericks are on track to be on the wings, rookie Miles Kelly may play rotation minutes. However, he would not be worth the streaming risk. Khris Middleton and Naji Marshall are available and can be slotted into fantasy lineups.

Klay Thompson (rest) is doubtful for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies, and Caleb Martin (back) is questionable.

Dallas has a number of players on the injury report for the second leg of a back-to-back set. With Thompson and P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful and Martin questionable, Naji Marshall, Max Christie and Khris Middleton could all be in line for additional run.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies, and Marvin Bagley III (neck) is out.

Bagley III started Thursday’s matchup with the Kings while Gafford sat, and the pair of centers will swap availability for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set. Expect Gafford to see plenty of run with Bagley III ruled out and P.J. Washington (ankle) listed as doubtful.

P.J. Washington (ankle) is doubtful for Friday’s matchup with the Grizzlies.

Washington sprained his left ankle on Tuesday, and the injury cost him Thursday’s game against Sacramento. He’ll likely miss one more game, which should mean additional run for Khris Middleton.

Julius Randle tallied four points (1-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds and six assists in Thursday’s win over the Clippers.

Randle had a rough night in Inglewood, producing his lowest scoring output of the season. Fantasy managers were able to salvage something due to the six assists, but this was a disappointing night for the Timberwolves’ forward. Naz Reid (11 points, seven rebounds, one steal and two blocks) and Jaden McDaniels (12/7/2/3) stepped up, supplementing Anthony Edwards’ 31-point night to help the Timberwolves escape with the 94-88 victory. Randle will look to bounce back when Minnesota visits Denver on Sunday.

Donte DiVincenzo accounted for 18 points (6-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Thursday’s win over the Clippers.

DiVincenzo has made at least three three-pointers in four straight games, knocking down four against the Clippers. The assists and steals have been just as important over the past week for the Timberwolves’ guard, who has been a top-50 player. DiVincenzo and the Timberwolves have one more game in Week 18, on Sunday against the Nuggets in Denver.

Anthony Edwards finished Thursday’s win over the Clippers with 31 points (12-of-24 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, five assists, one steal and two three-pointers.

Edwards leads the NBA in points scored in road games, and he was at his best during the second half of Thursday’s victory. He scored 21 points after halftime, including a three-pointer over two defenders with 42.9 seconds remaining that gave the Timberwolves a four-point lead. While the shot selection can be an adventure at times, Edwards is one of the NBA’s most lethal scorers. And when he’s shooting as well as he did in the second half of Thursday’s game, Ant-Man is nearly impossible to stop.

Naji Marshall led the Mavericks with 36 points (14-of-23 FGs, 7-of-11 FTs), 10 rebounds, six assists and one three-pointer in a 130-121 loss to the Kings on Thursday.

Marshall has been an excellent source of offense over the last two seasons for Dallas, but this was one of his best. He has seven 30-point games in his career, all coming over the past calendar year, including five this season. He fell two points shy of matching his career high in this one. As long as he’s healthy and available, he’ll continue to pour in the stats for the Mavs.

Marvin Bagley started on Thursday and finished with 10 points (5-of-6 FGs), nine rebounds and two blocks against the Kings.

Bagley got the starting nod with Daniel Gafford (ankle) sidelined, and he was able to have a decent outing against the team that took him second overall in 2018. Over his last four games, Bagley has averaged 14.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game. He has taken on an extended role with Dallas and should be productive option for the remainder of the season. However, managers shouldn’t expect consistent production in categories other than points and rebounds.

Naji Marshall, Max Christie, Caleb Martin, Khris Middleton and Marvin Bagley III will start Thursday’s game against the Kings.

The Mavs are without P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford for Thursday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. They’ll be replaced in the lineup by Martin and Bagley, with the latter offering a higher fantasy ceiling.

Khris Middleton (shoulder) is available to play against the Kings on Thursday.

Middleton will be good to go after being upgraded to probable earlier in the day. He exited early on Tuesday, but that will be the extent of his absence with this right shoulder stinger. Caleb Martin will occupy his typical role off the bench.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is out for Thursday’s game against the Kings.

Gafford was initially doubtful for Thursday’s game, so his being ruled out is unsurprising. Marvin Bagley III is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming in deep leagues.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that the Grizzlies and Kyle Anderson have agreed to a contract buyout.

Anderson has missed Memphis’ last four games, the last two for personal reasons. He’s reportedly leaving Memphis, with Charania reporting that Anderson plans to sign with the Timberwolves once he clears waivers. To address the opening on their roster and lack of frontcourt depth, the Grizzlies are reportedly signing Taj Gibson.

Khris Middleton (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday’s game against the Kings.

Middleton suffered a stinger on Tuesday against the Nets, but it seems likely that he will be back on the court on Tuesday. That will push Caleb Martin back to a bench role for Dallas.

P.J. Washington (ankle) is out for Thursday’s game against the Kings.

Washington sprained his left ankle late in Tuesday’s win over the Nets. Caleb Martin could be moved into the starting lineup, and that’s before considering Khris Middleton (shoulder) being questionable for Thursday night. If Middleton joins Washington on the sidelines, Tyus Jones, Brandon Williams, and Klay Thompson could be in the mix to start.

Khris Middleton (shoulder) is questionable for Thursday’s game against the Kings.

Middleton suffered a right shoulder stinger during Tuesday’s win over the Nets and did not return for the second half. Caleb Martin started the second half in his place and may take on that role if Middleton doesn’t play against the Kings. When allowed to start, Martin has offered minimal fantasy value, at best, on most nights.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday’s game against the Kings.

Gafford, whose right ankle has been an issue since training camp, appears unlikely to play on Thursday. If he sits, that would open up a place in the starting lineup for Marvin Bagley III, and he would be a solid streaming option for managers needing a post player.

Rudy Gobert recorded a double-double on Tuesday with 10 points (4-of-5 FGs), 19 rebounds, four assists, one steal and two blocks against the Trail Blazers.

Gobert was back after serving a one-game suspension on Sunday, and he picked up right where he left off. He had 22 points and 17 rebounds in his previous game, and while he didn’t do as much scoring, he was able to set a new season high for rebounds. Gobert isn’t the same player that he used to be, but he’s still capable of making a big impact for fantasy managers, just like he did in this game.

Jaden McDaniels lit up the Trail Blazers with 29 points (12-of-16 FGs), six rebounds, two assists, three steals, five blocks and five three-pointers on Tuesday.

McDaniels has been excellent all season, and this was another big-time performance for him. Not only did he have a strong night as a scorer, but he also contributed eight defensive stats in the win. This was only the second time in NBA history that a player finished with at least three steals, five blocks and five three-pointers, with Brook Lopez achieving those marks in a game in 2024. McDaniels has provided top-20 value in nine-category leagues over the past two weeks.

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 34 points (11-of-27 FGs, 7-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, two steals, five three-pointers and five turnovers in a 124-121 win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Edwards got off to a scorching hot start to this game, entering the break with 25 points. However, he went ice-cold in the second half and wasn’t able to add to what could have been a monster night for him. It ended up being an inefficient shooting night, but he also has 12 turnovers over his last two games. He’ll look to clean that up against the Clippers on Thursday.

Brandon Williams accumulated 19 points (9-of-11 FGs), one rebound, 10 assists, two blocks and one three-pointer in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

Williams finished Tuesday’s victory with his first double-double of the season, hitting double digits in assists for the second time. While he was responsible for four turnovers, the overall production compensated for that. Williams continues to come off the bench, but he’s still playing good minutes. He has the potential to be a standout during the silly season, especially if Cooper Flagg (foot) continues to miss time.

Marvin Bagley III accounted for 22 points (10-of-13 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), five rebounds and one assist in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

While Daniel Gafford (9/4/1/1/1 in 17 minutes) continues to start, his persistent right ankle issues open the door for Bagley to provide decent value despite coming off the bench. Since joining the Mavericks, Bagley has averaged 13.5 points and 8.8 rebounds in 23.1 minutes. The combination of lackluster defensive production and poor foul shooting makes Bagley a challenging player to rely on in most fantasy leagues. However, managers punting free-throw percentage may be in a position to stream him later this week, given Dallas’s back-to-back on Thursday and Friday.

Naji Marshall amassed 21 points (7-of-13 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists and one steal in Tuesday’s win over the Nets.

Marshall has scored at least 15 points in five straight games, recording 20 or more in two. While his defensive production remains limited, the Mavericks’ wing did dish out seven assists against the Nets. With Cooper Flagg (foot) sidelined, Marshall has a higher ceiling out of necessity. Even if the defensive production isn’t there on most nights, he is worth the risk due to Dallas’ depleted rotation.

P.J. Washington (ankle) finished Tuesday’s win over the Nets with 13 points (5-of-8 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer.

Washington hobbled off the court after appearing to sprain his left ankle with just over one minute remaining in the fourth quarter. He’s one of the Mavericks players who have struggled to stay healthy this season, and the most recent injury could cost him some time. Dallas plays three games over the final four days of Week 18, starting with a back-to-back on Thursday and Friday against the Kings and Grizzlies. If Washington has to miss time, Caleb Martin (three points, five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes) may be the replacement in the starting lineup.

Khris Middleton (shoulder) will not return to Tuesday’s game against the Nets.

Middleton suffered a stinger in his right shoulder after colliding with Brooklyn’s Nic Claxton during the second quarter of Tuesday’s game. While he remained on the floor in the immediate aftermath of the injury, the Mavericks announced before the third quarter that Middleton would not return. Caleb Martin entered the lineup as his replacement.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Nets.

Gafford is available after initially being questionable for Tuesday’s game. He’ll take on his usual role as Dallas’ starting center, with Marvin Bagley III slotting in as the backup.

Naz Reid (shoulder) is available for Tuesday’s matchup with the Trail Blazers.

Reid will return following a one-game absence, which should cut significantly into Joan Beringer’s minutes. With Rudy Gobert back after serving a one-game suspension, Reid should handle his usual role as Minnesota’s Sixth Man.

Naz Reid (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Reid missed Sunday’s loss to the 76ers with a sore right shoulder and is questionable for Tuesday’s matchup with the Trail Blazers. Joan Beringer started and had seven points and three rebounds in 17 minutes with Reid out on Sunday.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Nets.

Gafford is on the injured report once again for right ankle injury management reasons, but the 27-year-old center hasn’t missed a game since January 24. Marvin Bagley III would replace Gafford in the starting lineup if he’s ultimately ruled out.

Anthony Edwards had 28 points (11-of-19 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the 76ers.

Edwards was coming off a 40-point performance in the win over the Mavericks on Friday. The 24-year-old shooting guard still had a good game with 28 points on 19 field goal attempts, though it wasn’t enough to earn the victory against the 76ers on Sunday. Edwards has provided 12th-overall per game value this season, according to Basketball Monster. The Timberwolves have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

Khris Middleton finished Sunday’s win over the Pacers with 25 points (11-of-15 FGs), seven rebounds, seven assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

Playing against the team that was his biggest rival while with the Bucks, Middleton enjoyed his best performance of the season on Sunday. The veteran guard’s 25 points were a season-high and his first with at least 20 since dropping 23 in his first game of the season on October 22. Also of note was Middleton playing 30 minutes for a second straight game; the minutes restriction that limited his value in Washington does not appear to be an issue in Dallas. The only concern for Middleton in Week 18 is that Dallas’ four-game week includes a back-to-back, so he may be limited to three appearances.

Max Christie (ankle) accounted for 16 points (6-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, four assists and two three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Pacers.

Having missed Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, Christie returned to the starting lineup on Sunday and logged 31 minutes. The percentages, assists and three-pointers were a solid capper to his Week 17, and the good news for Christie managers is that Dallas plays four games in Week 18. Tuesday’s matchup with the Nets could be another positive one for the guard, who’s scored at least 16 points in four of his last five appearances.

P.J. Washington tallied 23 points (8-of-14 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), nine rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Sunday’s win over the Pacers.

After struggling with his shot in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, Washington was much better against the Pacers. In addition to recording his first 20-point game since January 28, the Mavericks’ forward recorded a complete stat line. Due to Dallas’ injuries, particularly Cooper Flagg’s, Washington has a higher fantasy ceiling. However, he’s rarely made good on that promise, with Sunday’s performance being an exception. Dallas begins a four-game Week 18 on Tuesday against the Nets.

Naz Reid (shoulder) is out for Sunday’s game against the 76ers.

Initially questionable, Reid will sit out Sunday’s game with a shoulder injury. With Rudy Gobert serving a one-game suspension for flagrant foul point accumulation, rookie Joan Beringer will receive the starting nod. Due to Minnesota’s lack of healthy post players, he is worth streaming in 12-team leagues. Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo, Jaden McDaniels and Julius Randle complete the starting five.

Max Christie, Naji Marshall, Khris Middleton, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford will start Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Christie is back after missing Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves and will be in the starting lineup. However, it will be Tyus Jones who heads to the bench, likely shifting more playmaking responsibilities onto Naji Marshall. That’s a positive development for those who have him rostered.

Caleb Martin (ankle) is available for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Martin is good to go after being listed as probable for Sunday’s game. With Max Christie (ankle) back in the rotation after missing Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, there may not be enough minutes available for Martin to be fantasy-relevant.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Gafford was initially listed as questionable for right ankle injury management reasons, but has since been ruled in for Sunday’s matchup with the Pacers. While the 27-year-old center’s ankle injury has lingered, he hasn’t missed a game in almost a month.

Max Christie (ankle) is available for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Christie is back after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves. His return will likely push Naji Marshall to the bench. While his fantasy value does take a hit with the demotion, Marshall should play enough to make him worth holding onto in 14-team formats.

Naz Reid (shoulder) is questionable to play against the 76ers on Sunday.

Reid didn’t make the original injury report, but there is now a chance he misses Sunday’s game against Philadelphia. In that scenario, Joan Beringer would likely see a bump in minutes as the backup center, though that won’t be a large enough role for him to be worth streaming.

Caleb Martin (ankle) is probable for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Martin has a sprained left ankle, but he is listed as probable after initially being questionable for Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves. He was limited to 15 minutes off the bench on Friday, and that isn’t enough time for Martin to achieve fantasy relevance.

Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Gafford’s right ankle injury has lingered throughout the season, but he hasn’t missed a game since January 24. If that changes on Sunday, Marvin Bagley III will be the next man up.

Max Christie (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Pacers.

Christie did not play in Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, which prompted Naji Marshall to move into the starting lineup. While Marshall’s fantasy value will take a hit if Christie returns, he is still worth holding onto in deeper leagues.

Rudy Gobert has been suspended one game for accruing his seventh flagrant foul.

Rudy Gobert has been suspended one game for accruing his seventh flagrant foul point.

Gobert was assessed a Flagrant 1 foul for an “unnecessary flail” during Friday’s win over the Mavericks. The NBA announced Saturday that the foul was upheld and thus Gobert has been suspended one game without pay for accruing his seventh flagrant foul point of the regular season. The 33-year-old center will serve his suspension Sunday against the 76ers. Naz Reid or Joan Beringer could move into the starting lineup in Gobert’s absence. While Reid has fantasy value either way, Beringer is only relevant if he’s starting.

Rudy Gobert recorded 22 points (9-of-11 FGs, 4-of-8 FTs), 17 rebounds, one assist, one steal and three blocks in Friday’s win over the Mavericks.

Gobert had one of his best games of the season on Friday, but he may not be available for Minnesota’s next game. The 7-foot-1 center was assessed a Flagrant 1 foul for an “unnecessary flail” during Friday’s victory. If the league office doesn’t rescind the call, Gobert will be suspended for Sunday’s game against the 76ers. Naz Reid or Joan Beringer, with the latter playing four minutes on Friday, would be the replacement in the starting lineup. While Reid offers solid fantasy value whether he starts or comes off the bench, Beringer needs to start to be of value to fantasy managers.

Naz Reid finished Friday’s win over the Mavericks with 21 points (8-of-14 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, one steal, two blocks and four three-pointers.

Reid had the kind of night that has made him a favorite of fantasy managers for quite some time, recording a complete stat line while shooting over 50 percent from the field. The only quibble for fantasy managers would be the foul shooting, but Reid only attempted two free throws on the night. With Rudy Gobert facing a one-game suspension for flagrant foul points, the Timberwolves will need another big night from Reid on Sunday against the 76ers, even if he doesn’t start.

Anthony Edwards tallied 40 points (16-of-30 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and five three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Mavericks.

Edwards put on a show on Friday, making it eight games this season with 40 points or more. As has been the case for most of this season, Ant-Man was at his best when the Timberwolves needed him most, shooting 6-of-8 from the field in the fourth quarter. Edwards and the Timberwolves play one more game in Week 17, as they host the 76ers on Sunday.

Terrence Shannon Jr. (foot) is off the injury report for Friday’s game against the Mavericks.

The Timberwolves have a clean injury report for their first game out of the All-Star break, including Shannon. Due to a strained left foot, he’s been out since Christmas. While Shannon’s return may result in fewer minutes for Jaylen Clark, who already wasn’t playing much, this is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball in the short term.

Anthony Edwards finished with 32 points (13-of-22 FGs), nine rebounds, three assists, one steal and six three-pointers in the All-Star Game on Sunday.

Edwards received 10 of the 14 votes for MVP of the All-Star Game, with Kawhi Leonard receiving the other four. Edwards’ highest-scoring game was the first matchup with Team World, which ended with a Scottie Barnes game-winning triple after Edwards forced overtime with a three-pointer of his own. They lost to Team USA Stars in the second game of the night, but they got revenge in the championship by winning 47-21. Edwards has had his best season as a scorer thus far and will look to build on this performance with a strong finish to this season.