Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Howard sprained his ankle during an April 3 game against the Mavericks and has not played since. His absence does not significantly affect the Magic rotation, especially with Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva available.

Jonathan Iaac (knee) is out for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Isaac’s continued absence won’t significantly impact the Magic rotation, as he has not appeared in a game since March 12.

Trey Murphy (ankle) and Dejounte Murray (hand) are out for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Murphy and Murray remain sidelined for the Pelicans’ final game of the season. Jeremiah Fears has benefited most in terms of playing time and scoring opportunities, with Jordan Hawkins’ playing time also increasing off the bench.

Zion Williamson (knee), Yves Missi (finger) and Karlo Matković (back) will miss Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

The continued absences of Williamson and Missi are most impactful, as Derik Queen and Kevon Looney have served as the starting power forward and center. That should remain the case on Sunday, with Queen more likely to play starters’ minutes. As for Matković, his continued absence does not significantly affect the Pelicans’ rotation.

Saddiq Bey (rest) and Herb Jones (rest) are out for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Bey and Jones will remain out for the Pelicans’ final game of the season. Jordan Poole and Micah Peavy have moved into the starting lineup, with the former being the superior option for those in active fantasy leagues.

Jett Howard (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Injured during an April 3 win over the Mavericks, Howard has missed Orlando’s last four games. His availability does not significantly impact the team’s wing rotation now that Franz Wagner has returned from his ankle injury.

Jonathan Isaac (knee) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Isaac has not appeared in a game since spraining his left knee during a March 12 game against the Wizards. If he’s available for Sunday’s season finale, the veteran forward will give the Magic another option to work with in the frontcourt.

Paolo Banchero had 14 points (5-of-10 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Friday’s win over the Bulls.

Banchero could’ve probably had a triple-double if he played a few more minutes. Nevertheless, the 23-year-old power forward led the Magic to victory over the Bulls as he was +21 in 27 minutes. He had 14 points on 10 attempts from the field, nine rebounds and seven assists. Banchero and the Magic didn’t have the year they’d hoped for this season, leading to him providing 11th-round per game value.

Franz Wagner had 25 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), two rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in the Magic’s 127-103 victory over the Bulls on Friday.

Wagner played only 23 minutes, but was very efficient with 25 points on 13 attempts from the field. Injuries limited the 24-year-old small forward to just 33 games this season, so it’s certainly a positive to see him finishing out the season healthy and productive. Orlando will close out the regular season on Sunday against Boston.

Jeremiah Fears had 36 points (13-of-29 FGs, 7-of-11 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, three steals and three three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Celtics.

Fears now has 76 points in his last two games. The 19-year-old is certainly showing what he’s made of at the end of his rookie season. Fears wasn’t much of a factor in redraft leagues this season, but is still a coveted dynasty asset. He could be in line for another big game against the Timberwolves in the season finale on Sunday.

Saddiq Bey (rest) and Herbert Jones (rest) are out for Friday’s matchup with the Celtics.

Bey and Jones will join the rest of New Orleans’ regular starters and Karlo Matković (back) on the bench, as the Pels will have to turn to Jeremiah Fears, Derik Queen, Jordan Hawkins and Micah Peavy to shoulder the load.

Dejounte Murray (hand) is out for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Friday’s game will be the fourth that Murray has missed due to a hand injury. Jeremiah Fears, who set a franchise rookie record with 40 points on Tuesday, will once again figure prominently in the Pelicans’ rotation.

Trey Murphy (ankle) is out for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Friday’s game will be the third that Murphy has missed with an ankle injury. Jordan Poole moved into the starting lineup for Tuesday’s win over the Jazz and went off for 34 points. Look for him to take on a significant role within the Pelicans’ rotation once again.

Yves Missi (hand) is out for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Missi remains out with a sprained right hand, freeing up additional minutes for Derik Queen. Queen started Tuesday’s win over the Jazz and nearly recorded a triple-double. The rookie should play plenty in New Orleans’ final two games of the season, regardless of Missi’s availability.

Karlo Matković (back) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Matković has missed the Pelicans’ last four games with a lower back injury. With Yves Missi also out, Josh Oduro played 26 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz. If Matković remains out, Oduro should once again play rotation minutes off the bench.

Zion Williamson (knee) is out for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Friday’s game will be the second straight that Williamson has missed, but he was never ruled out for Tuesday’s win over the Jazz. He won’t play against the Celtics for injury management reasons, which may result in a second consecutive start for Kevon Looney.

Herb Jones (rest) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

Despite being healthy, Jones was held out of Tuesday’s win over the Jazz. Jeremiah Fears moved into the lineup and had the best game of his rookie season, as he dropped 40 points. Fears may be the safer option for fantasy managers in active leagues, as the Pelicans have little incentive to play their proven veterans.

Saddiq Bey (rest) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Celtics.

While Bey was not on the Pelicans’ injury report for Tuesday’s win over the Jazz, the Pelicans decided not to play him. Micah Peavy moved into the starting lineup and had the best offensive showing of his rookie season. Look for him to play heavy minutes again if Bey isn’t available.

Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Friday’s game against the Bulls.

Howard will miss a fourth consecutive game on Friday as he deals with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence will not significantly impact the Magic rotation.

Desmond Bane accounted for 18 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s win over the Timberwolves.

After scoring 25 points or more in three consecutive games, Bane was limited to 18 on Wednesday. However, he shot the ball efficiently and tied for the team lead in assists as part of a complete stat line. Bane has played consistently well recently, which is precisely what he and the Magic wanted heading into the postseason.

Franz Wagner (knee) tallied 17 points (7-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two assists, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s win over the Timberwolves.

Wagner shot the ball well on Wednesday, but of greater concern for him and the Magic was his third-quarter left knee injury. The good news is that Franz returned to action later in the quarter, finishing with 22 minutes played. However, given the amount of time he missed due to the high left ankle sprain suffered in early December, the last thing the Magic needed was to see Wagner injured again. It would be unsurprising if his minutes remained limited for the final two games of the regular season.

Paolo Banchero finished Wednesday’s win over the Timberwolves with 20 points (8-of-11 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, six assists, one steal and one three-pointer.

Banchero led seven Magic players in double figures on Wednesday, with the victory moving Orlando to within a game of Toronto in the loss column for sixth place in the East. The top six teams avoid the Play-In Tournament, which could be critical for the Magic given the recent returns from injury for Franz Wagner and Anthony Black. Orlando has two more games to play in the regular season, starting with the Bulls on Friday.

Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. will start Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Wagner is back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Pistons. His return means that Tristan da Silva will come off the bench.

Wendell Carter Jr. (nose) and Jamal Cain (calf) are available for Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Carter and Cain are good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. The former will take on his usual duties as the starting center, while the latter may pick up some rotation minutes off the bench.

Derik Queen notched 17 points (6-of-9 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 12 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Recording his 12th double-double of the season, Queen finished Tuesday’s victory three assists shy of his third triple-double. And much to the delight of the Pelicans, the rookie center enjoyed one of his most impactful games as a defender. More active on that end of the floor, Queen recorded three steals and two blocked shots. Having veteran Kevon Looney (7/12/6/2/1 with one three-pointer) on the floor likely helped, but that should not be used to take away from Queen’s performance.

Jordan Hawkins amassed 25 points (11-of-16 FGs), six rebounds, four assists, three steals and three three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Hawkins was one of many Pelicans players who played extended minutes on Tuesday due to the team’s loaded injury report. And the third-year guard took advantage of the opportunity, recording a season-high point total and finishing a block shy of a complete stat line. With the Pelicans having two more games on their schedule, these are important opportunities for Hawkins to show he’s worth giving a chance to earn rotation minutes next season.

Micah Peavy amassed 20 points (9-of-13 FGs), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Peavy has not been a consistent member of the Pelicans’ rotation this season, which makes this part of the season that much more important for him. The 20 points were a season-high for the rookie wing, who finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Peavy’s contract for the 2025-26 season is guaranteed, so he is secure in that regard. The goal now is to solidify a spot in the rotation for himself.

Jeremiah Fears tallied 40 points (17-of-29 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, three steals and one three-pointer in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Given the many absences from the Pelicans’ rotation, Tuesday’s game was set up to be a showcase for Fears. The rookie guard took full advantage, as he set the Pelicans franchise rookie record for points in a game. And this wasn’t an inefficient 40, either. Fears shot over 50 percent from the field and committed just two turnovers. He was 1-of-7 from beyond the arc, but that’s the only negative to take away from the rookie’s performance.

Jordan Poole accounted for 34 points (12-of-23 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and seven three-pointers in Tuesday’s win over the Jazz.

Inserted into the Pelicans’ starting lineup due to the team’s many absences, Poole looked sharp on Tuesday. And he was at his best during the third quarter, with the veteran guard going off for 22 points in the frame. Poole finished with a complete stat line, providing excellent value to the few in active leagues brave enough to stream him. If the Pelicans remain as shorthanded as they were on Tuesday, Poole could put up some big numbers in the team’s final two games of the season.

Jeremiah Fears, Jordan Poole, Micah Peavy, Derik Queen and Kevon Looney will start Tuesday’s game against the Jazz.

Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson are active for Tuesday’s game, but none are expected to play according to interim head coach James Borrego. Fears is the lone holdover from the lineup that started Sunday’s loss to the Magic, with Poole, Peavy, Queen and Looney all starting.

Jordan Hawkins (illness) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Jazz.

Initially questionable due to illness, Hawkins is available. With the Pelicans planning to hold out Herb Jones, Hawkins should play rotation minutes against the Jazz.

Yves Missi (hand) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Jazz.

A sprained right hand will keep Missi out of Tuesday’s game. Rookie Derik Queen should play plenty in Tuesday’s matchup, which may feature a lot of points due to both teams being shorthanded.

Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego said that while Zion Williamson will be active for Tuesday’s game against the Jazz, he’s unlikely to play.

Williamson, Saddiq Bey and Herb Jones are all expected to sit out Tuesday’s game despite not being on the injury report. They will be in uniform, likely making this a “break in case of emergency” situation for them. Rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen should see their usage rates skyrocket due to the absences.

According to Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego, Saddiq Bey will be active for Tuesday’s game against the Jazz but is not expected to play.

Bey is absent from the Pelicans’ injury report, which makes this a bad situation for fantasy managers in active leagues. Micah Peavy should play extended minutes, especially with Herb Jones and Zion Williamson also not expected to play. Like Bey, Jones and Williamson are not on the injury report.

Cain, who suffered a left calf contusion during Monday’s win over the Pistons, played 11 minutes off the bench before exiting. His absence would not significantly impact fantasy basketball, as Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva are available.

Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Wednesday’s game will be the third that Howard has missed with a sprained left ankle. Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva are available, so the Magic will have the depth needed to account for Howard’s continued absence.

Franz Wagner (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Wagner did not play in Monday’s win over the Pistons, as it was Orlando’s second game in as many days. His return will push Tristan da Silva to the bench.

Wendell Carter Jr. (nose) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Carter suffered a fractured nose during Monday’s win over the Pistons, with the injury limiting him to 18 minutes. If he can’t play on Wednesday, Goga Bitadze is the likely replacement in the starting five.

Yves Missi (hand) is questionable for Tuesday’s matchup with the Jazz.

Missi is dealing with a right hand sprain, and it could cost him Tuesday’s game. With Karlo Matković (back) already out, more work could be available for Derik Queen in the frontcourt.

Dejounte Murray (hand) is out for Tuesday’s matchup with the Jazz.

Murray will miss a third straight game, and it’s unclear if we’ll see him again before the season ends. Until Murray returns, Jeremiah Fears should see an elevated workload.

Jalen Suggs recorded a double-double on Monday with 12 points (4-of-9 FGs), six rebounds, 12 assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers against the Pistons.

Suggs has been a fantasy stud when healthy all season, but he has added a new element to his game recently. This was his fourth straight game with at least eight assists, and he set a new career high for dimes in this one. Of course, he still contribute value across the board, just as he has all season. Utilizing Suggs as a playmaker just makes Orlando even more dangerous entering the postseason. He’s currently averaging career highs in assists and steals, and he’ll continue to stuff the stat sheet as the regular season comes to a close.

Desmond Bane lit up the Pistons with 25 points (9-of-17 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, two steals, three blocks and four three-pointers on Monday.

Bane has been on fire during Orlando’s three-game win streak, averaging 26.3 points, 2.0 steals, 1.3 blocks and 3.3 triples per game. His first season in Orlando go off to a shaky start, but he has been a fantasy stud during the second half of the season, which has helped the Magic stay afloat despite numerous injuries. With three games left until the postseason, Bane’s continued hot shooting will be pivotal to Orlando’s chances of avoiding the play-in tournament.

Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 31 points (10-of-16 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, three steals and one three-pointer in a 123-107 win over the Pistons on Monday.

This type of performance from Banchero was great to see. He was incredibly efficient, which led to Orlando’s third straight win. He had a double-double on Sunday, but before that, he had a four-game stretch where he averaged just 12.3 points. This is the type of player they’ll need him to be if they want to make any noise in the postseason. Banchero has improved as a free throw shooter this season, which was on full display in this game. He still has holes in his fantasy game, but he’s certainly capable of filling up the box score.

Anthony Black returned to the lineup on Monday and finished with 14 points (4-of-11 FGs), one rebound, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer against the Pistons.

In his first game since March 7, Black was limited to just 15 minutes off the bench. He had no problem being aggressive on offense with 11 shot attempts and seven free throw attempts during his time on the floor. Black would have been a candidate to win the Most Improved Player award if he hadn’t missed so many games over the past month. Still, he’ll be a pivotal piece for Orlando entering the postseason now that they’re the healthiest they’ve been since the beginning of the season.

Wendell Carter Jr. (neck) is doubtful to return to Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Carter has been listed as doubtful to return with about six minutes left in this game. Goga Bitadze is in the game to close things out, though Moritz Wagner may also see an uptick in minutes if Carter ends up missing more time beyond this.

Jamal Cain (calf) is doubtful to return to Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Cain isn’t expected to return to this game after suffering a left calf contusion. He contributed three points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes. If Cain is forced to miss time moving forward, his minutes will likely be split between Franz Wagner, Anthony Black and Tristan da Silva.

Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Tristan da Silva, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. will start against the Pistons on Monday.

With Franz Wagner (ankle) sitting out the second leg of this back-to-back, da Silva will return to the starting unit for one game. He has been productive as a starter this year and should continue to produce in a larger role in this game.

DeJounte Murray (hand) is questionable to play on Tuesday against the Jazz.

Murray missed the Pelicans’ two most recent games, but has the possibility of taking the floor on Tuesday. The Pelicans have lost eight consecutive games and own one of the worst records in the league. Should Murray return, he’ll provide efficient scoring and solid work as both a passer and rebounder.

Trey Murphy (ankle) has been ruled out against the Jazz on Tuesday.

Murphy will miss a second straight game, which should lead to another start for Yves Missi. He played 40 minutes on Sunday and contributed 18 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks in the loss to Orlando. Missi should be a priority streaming option.

Karlo Matković (back) is questionable for Tuesday’s game vs. the Jazz.

Matković has missed the Pelicans’ last three games but has a chance to take the floor Tuesday, as reflected in his status. The second-year forward has mostly filled a reserve role for New Orleans, posting averages of 5.7 points and 3.7 rebounds. Derik Queen’s opportunities should increase if Matković remains sidelined.

Anthony Black (core) is available to play against the Pistons on Monday.

Black was ruled out for this game at first but was upgraded to questionable earlier in the day and has now officially been cleared to suit up. He’ll likely play a limited role off the bench, which will prevent him from making much of an impact on the box score. However, it is good news for Orlando with the postseason starting next week, with this being the healthiest they’ve been in a while. Jevon Carter will likely play a smaller role with Black back.

Anthony Black (core) is now probable for Monday’s game against the Pistons.

After missing Orlando’s last 16 games with a left lateral abdominal strain, Black is on track to return on Monday. If he does play, that would mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter. That said, managers in active fantasy leagues should anticipate Black’s minutes being limited.

Anthony Black (core) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Initially ruled out for a 17th consecutive game, Black is now questionable to play on Monday. If available, his playing time is likely to be limited, as the Magic guard has been out for a month.

Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Howard will miss a second consecutive game as he deals with a sprained left ankle. Jamal Cain played 28 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans and should take on a similar workload on Monday.

Anthony Black (core) is out for Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Black has not appeared in a game since March 7, and he’s running out of opportunities to get in some game time before the postseason. Jevon Carter has played rotation minutes off the bench and should continue to do so while Orlando awaits Black’s return.

Franz Wagner (ankle) is out for Monday’s game against the Pistons.

Monday’s game is Orlando’s second in as many nights, so Wagner’s sitting is not a major surprise. His absence means a return to the starting lineup for Tristan da Silva, who is worth rostering in active fantasy leagues.

Jeremiah Fears finished Sunday’s loss to the Magic with 19 points (4-of-14 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers.

Fears did not have a good night shooting the basketball, finishing 2-of-7 from both inside and outside of the three-point arc. But the rookie did record a complete stat line, and the turnover count of three could have been much worse. Dejounte Murray (hand) being out the last two games has freed up additional opportunities for Fears, which the Pelicans hope will pay dividends down the line. New Orleans plays three games in Week 24, and Fears should continue to log heavy minutes.

Zion Williamson accumulated 17 points (5-of-11 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot in Sunday’s loss to the Magic.

Williamson’s final line was adequate, but most fantasy managers who roster the forward expect more. He was more productive on Sunday than in Friday’s loss to the Kings, but the biggest positive regarding Williamson this season has been his availability. The 62 games he’s played in are the second-most in a season in Zion’s career, trailing only 2023-24 70. The improved availability may push Williamson up some draft boards next fall, but many fantasy managers will remain skeptical.

Yves Missi accounted for 18 points (8-of-9 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), 13 rebounds, three assists and four blocks in Sunday’s loss to the Magic.

A starter in four of the Pelicans’ last five games, Missi recorded his fifth double-double of the season and first since March 19. Injuries to Dejounte Murray and Trey Murphy have freed up minutes and a place in the starting lineup for the 6-foot-11 center, and he’s done some good things as a finisher and a defender. Missi’s fantasy outlook in 2026-27 depends on what the Pelicans decide to do at center. If they continue to go small when everyone’s healthy, Missi won’t have as high a ceiling.

Paolo Banchero amassed 23 points (6-of-14 FGs, 11-of-15 FTs), 16 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans.

After scoring 30 points in a March 26 win over the Kings, Banchero averaged 12.3 points on 34.0 percent shooting in the next four games. He snapped out of that funk nicely on Sunday, recording a double-double as part of a complete stat line. Recording his 25th double-double, Banchero matched his season-high with 16 rebounds.