Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Hart returned from a one-game absence Friday against the Pistons only to suffer a sprained ankle in the 38-point drubbing at the hands of Detroit. The 30-year-old shooting guard is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics and the Knicks could be severely short-handed with Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) and OG Anunoby (toe) also on the injury report.

OG Anunoby (toe) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Anunoby had a 20/8/4 line in Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets, but somewhere along the way he injured his toe. The 28-year-old small forward was initially probable for Friday’s game in Detroit, but was downgraded to questionable before being ruled out. The Knicks promptly lost by 38 points without him. Mohamed Diawara would likely start if Anunoby is ruled out again, but the game against the Celtics could also get out of hand if the Knicks are missing multiple starters again.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Celtics.

Robert Williams (knee) is out for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Williams played 19 minutes in Friday’s win over the Grizzlies. His absence for Saturday’s rematch means more opportunities for Yang Hansen, but not enough to make the rookie worth streaming in redraft leagues since Donovan Clingan is available.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is out for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Sharpe’s calf flared up during Friday’s game against the Grizzlies and he’s subsequently been ruled out for Saturday’s game with the same injury. His absence led to more minutes for Sidy Cissoko and Vit Krejčí on Friday and it should play out similarly on Saturday.

Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is out for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Henderson made his season debut on Friday, logging 21 minutes off the bench in a win over the Grizzlies. Due to the time missed, his sitting out the rematch was to be expected. If Deni Avdija (back) can return, he’ll be able to absorb most of the minutes that would have gone to Scoot.

Deni Avdija (back) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Avdija did not play in Friday’s win over the Grizzlies, but he did practice the day prior. If the Trail Blazers’ All-Star playmaker can return for Saturday’s rematch, he could slide into the spot that Shaedon Sharpe occupied. Sharpe is out after leaving Friday’s game with a sore left calf.

Scoot Henderson produced 11 points (4-of-10 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, nine assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Grizzlies.

Henderson made his season debut on Friday and came off the bench to log 21 minutes and nearly notch a double-double. The long-awaited return came with plenty of ups and downs. Henderson shot poorly from beyond the arc but was aggressive and had enough shooting volume to score in double figures. And while he led the team in assists, he also totaled five turnovers. Henderson will need time to work off the rust, but coming out of his first game healthily is an encouraging sign.

Jrue Holiday added 20 points (6-of-12 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one three-pointer in the win over the Grizzlies on Friday.

Holiday was productive in his 25 minutes. He shot the ball well and made great use of the charity stripe en route to finishing as one of two Trail Blazers to score at least 20 points. Not to be forgotten, the veteran guard was one of Portland’s most impactful passers, and he’s likely to continue doing so in his current role. Holiday will have a chance to land another productive performance against the Grizzlies again on Saturday, should he be available on the second game of a back-to-back.

Jerami Grant tallied 23 points (8-of-15 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in the win over the Grizzlies on Friday.

Grant got the start for the injured Deni Avdija (back) and didn’t disappoint. In 28 minutes, the veteran forward scored well both in and outside the arc, ultimately finishing as Portland’s leading scorer on the evening. Since his January return, he’s scored at least 15 points in six of his nine appearances. Grant doesn’t offer much value in other fantasy basketball categories. But for those fantasy managers in need of points and three-pointers, he’s a fine streaming option.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) will not return to Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Sharpe finished the second quarter of Friday’s game but did not return for the third, with the Trail Blazers eventually declaring him done for the night with a left calf injury. His early exit has led to more minutes for Sidy Cissoko and Vit Krejčí, with the latter knocking down two three-pointers and scoring 11 points.

Josh Hart (leg) recorded five points (2-of-7 FGs), six rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer in Friday’s loss to the Pistons.

Hart was back in the Knicks’ lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets, and he may have aggravated the ankle injury that was the reason for his absence. The Knicks’ wing pulled up while dribbling down the court during the third quarter and would exit shortly thereafter. There was no announcement regarding his status for the rest of the night, but Hart never returned to the bench after going back to the locker room. New York ends its Week 16 in Boston on Sunday.

Jalen Brunson tallied 12 points (4-of-20 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and two steals in Friday’s loss to the Pistons.

Brunson had a brutal night in Detroit. Finding room to get his shots proved extremely difficult with OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns unavailable, as the Pistons devoted even more of their defensive attention to the point guard. Brunson missed all eight of his three-point attempts and did not play at all during the fourth quarter. Fantasy managers will hope to get a better effort from Brunson on Sunday against the Celtics.

Mikal Bridges finished Friday’s loss to the Pistons with 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), one rebound, two assists and three three-pointers.

With OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns out, Bridges was essentially the only Knicks player who could string together good stretches of offensive basketball on Friday. The overall stat line was line, but the Knicks’ wing scored a game-high 19 points. Bridges and the Knicks, who saw their eight-game win streak come to a screeching halt, will look to bounce back on Sunday in Boston.

Blake Wesley (foot) is available for Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Wesley is set to play after initially being questionable for Friday’s game. With Deni Avdija (back) out, there should be rotation minutes available to Wesley. Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is available to make his season debut, but he’s unlikely to log heavy minutes.

Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is available for Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Henderson is officially available to make his first appearance of the season for the Trail Blazers after suffering a torn hamstring during the offseason. Given the time that he’s missed, the guard will likely be under a minutes restriction. Also, those who have Henderson rostered should plan for him to sit out Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Deni Avdija (back) will not play against the Grzzlies on Friday.

Without the services of their top scorer, the Trail Blazers will have to depend on the services of other players in order to end their current six-game losing streak, as Friday’s absence will mark the third straight for Avdija. The first-time All-Star selection is averaging career-highs in points, rebounds, and assists this season. Jerami Grant is a candidate to continue starting in Avdija’s spot.

OG Anunoby (toe) will not play on Friday against the Pistons.

Anunoby will miss his 13th game of the season on Friday, as he battles a toe injury. The veteran wing has been a staple in the Knicks’ starting unit since being traded to New York during the 2023-24 season. Without him, the Knicks’ path to a ninth straight win becomes more difficult. Mohamed Diawara will start and could see his opportunities increase.

Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, Mohamed Diawara and Mitchell Robinson will start Friday’s game against the Pistons.

Hart is back for the Knicks after sitting out Wednesday’s double-overtime win over the Nuggets, but they won’t have OG Anunoby (toe) or Karl-Anthony Towns (eye). As a result, Diawara and Robinson move into the starting lineup, and Jordan Clarkson has been bumped back to the bench.

Josh Hart (ankle) is available for Friday’s game against the Pistons.

Hart is good to go after a one-game absence, likely pushing Jordan Clarkson to the bench. However, there’s a chance that Clarkson remains with the starters, as OG Anunoby (toe) is a game-time decision. While Hart needs to be rostered in most fantasy leagues, Clarkson isn’t a must-stream player, regardless of league format.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) will miss Friday’s game against the Pistons.

If the Knicks want to extend their win streak to nine games, it’ll have to be done without Towns. The All-Star center will be sidelined on Friday, leaving Mitchell Robinson as the likely candidate to fill in for Towns in the starting lineup. Robinson doesn’t offer the same upside but could be on double-double watch.

SNY’s Ian Begley reports that Miles McBride (core) is expected to miss six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a sports hernia.

McBride underwent the procedure on Friday, one day after the Knicks acquired Jose Alvarado from the Pelicans. With the reported timeline, there’s a chance the guard is available to play before the start of the postseason. While they await McBride’s return, the Knicks will rely on the combination of Alvarado (once he joins the team), Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson to fill the void.

Blake Wesley (foot) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

The Trail Blazers and Grizzlies play on Friday and Saturday, so Wesley is likely to miss one of those games for injury management reasons. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially with Scoot Henderson (hamstring) set to make his season debut.

OG Anunoby (toe) has been downgraded to questionable for Friday’s matchup with the Pistons.

Anunoby’s status doesn’t bode well for his availability, and if he’s sidelined, Mohamed Diawara could join the starting five. More minutes should be available for Landry Shamet, and Josh Hart should handle an increased workload.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is doubtful for Friday’s matchup with the Pistons.

With Towns expected to sit this one out, Mitchell Robinson should be in line for a spot start, and Ariel Hukporti will back him up. Robinson is worth streaming for managers in need of rebounds and blocked shots.

Deni Avdija (back) participated in Thursday’s practice but is not expected to play in Friday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Avdija has missed Portland’s last two games with a lower back injury that first surfaced during a January 11 loss to the Knicks. His absence on Friday would coincide with the return of Scoot Henderson, who will be available for the first time this season. While he certainly won’t log heavy minutes, Scoot can help Portland account for Avdija’s absence.

Trail Blazers acting head coach Tiago Splitter said Thursday that Scoot Henderson will make his season debut on Friday against the Grizzlies.

After suffering a torn left hamstring during the offseason, Henderson’s path to a full recovery has been an arduous one. He’ll make his season debut on Friday, and the point guard is likely to be under a minutes restriction. Henderson won’t affect fantasy basketball immediately, but he’s someone who could have added value after the All-Star break due to the Blazers’ need for playmakers on the perimeter.

OG Anunoby (toe) is probable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Anunoby is managing soreness in his right toe, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Detroit. He is averaging 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 3.1 triples while shooting 58.6 percent over the Knicks’ last seven games and will look to stay hot in this one.

Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Hart missed Wednesday’s game against Denver, which allowed Jordan Clarkson to start in his place. Clarkson scored 11 points in 24 minutes while Landry Shamet scored 16 points in 36 minutes off the bench. The duo will continue to play significant roles if Hart remains out for another game.

Karl-Anthony Towns (eye) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday.

Towns has only missed three games this season, but he may not be available against Detroit. In that scenario, Mitchell Robinson will start at center, with Ariel Hukporti filling out the reserve minutes down low as the Knicks look to win a ninth straight game.

Miles McBride is set to undergo surgery on a core muscle on Friday and could be sidelined until the playoffs.

This injury is often referred to as a sports hernia. The Knicks just traded for Jose Alvarado, who will help make up for McBride’s absence. Alvarado should be the sixth man, while Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson will still be around to fill out some of the depth minutes when Jalen Brunson isn’t on the floor.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports Jose Alvarado has been traded to the Knicks in exchange for Dalen Terry, two second-round picks and cash.

Alvarado will provide some extra depth in the backcourt for New York, meaning he’ll join Miles McBride, Tyler Kolek and Jordan Clarkson in the rotation. Unless more moves are coming, that won’t leave enough minutes for any of them to provide value in standard leagues, barring an injury to a starter. Alvarado’s defense and playmaking should help the Knicks when Brunson is off the floor in the postseason.

The Knicks have reportedly acquired Dalen Terry from the Bulls in exchange for Guerschon Yabusele.

The Knicks have added to their backcourt, taking a chance on a 2022 first-round pick who will be a free agent in the summer. Terry could never carve out a consistent role for himself in Chicago, and he’s unlikely to find that in New York. It should be noted that Miles McBride has missed the last four games due to a left ankle injury, and there’s concern that he could be out for an extended period. Yet, even with that being the case, Terry’s addition does not move the needle in fantasy basketball.

Landry Shamet amassed 16 points (6-of-15 FGs), two rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers.

On a night when the Knicks didn’t get much production out of Mikal Bridges (five points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer), Shamet stepped up off the bench. For the first time since returning from a shoulder injury, he’s reached double figures in three consecutive games. Shamet still isn’t at a point where he should be rostered in fantasy leagues, but he has given the Knicks solid production off the bench.

Karl-Anthony Towns finished Wednesday’s double-overtime win over the Nuggets with 24 points (9-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 12 rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers.

Wednesday’s game was the first for Towns since January 19, when he scored 22 in a blowout loss to the Mavericks. While KAT’s offensive production has taken a hit during New York’s eight-game win streak, he has been consistently productive as a rebounder, averaging 13.4 caroms per game. Given his skill, the offense will come around. The good news for the Knicks and for fantasy managers is that KAT’s rebounding prowess has been a constant.

OG Anunoby accumulated 20 points (7-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets.

Anunoby has scored 19 points or more in each of his last five games, scoring 20 or more in four. Outside of the first game of the Knicks’ eight-game win streak, a 54-point blowout of the Nets on January 21, OG has been provided outstanding fantasy value during this run. According to Basketball Monster, he has offered second-round per-game value during the win streak

Jalen Brunson tallied 42 points (14-of-27 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), eight rebounds, nine assists, two steals and five three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Nuggets.

Brunson came up big when the Knicks needed him most, shooting 5-of-7 from the field in the two overtime periods. The All-Star Game starter finished with his third 40-point game of the season and first since a December 21 win over the Heat. The good news for fantasy managers is that Brunson and the Knicks play twice more during Week 16, but the matchups won’t be easy. New York, which has won eight straight, visits Detroit on Friday and Boston on Sunday.

Jalen Brunson, Jordan Clarkson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns will start Wednesday’s game against the Nuggets.

The Knicks don’t have Josh Hart for Wednesday’s game, as he sprained his ankle during Tuesday’s win over the Wizards. He’ll be replaced in the lineup by Clarkson, who had fallen out of the rotation before injuries pushed him into the rotation on Tuesday.

Mohamed Diawara (ankle) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Nuggets.

Diawara sprained his left ankle during the first quarter of Tuesday’s win over the Wizards and did not return. The rookie is available for Wednesday’s game, and rotation minutes will likely be available since the Knicks won’t have Josh Hart or Miles McBride.

Josh Hart (ankle) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Nuggets.

Hart left Tuesday’s win over the Wizards with a left ankle, finishing with four points and seven assists in 22 minutes. Now he’s been ruled out Wednesday against the Nuggets, which is a boost for the rest of the Knicks’ starters. New York has a 141-81 record since Hart was acquired and the majority of their wins this season have come with him in the lineup.

Mitchell Robinson (ankle) is not on the injury report against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

Robinson missed Tuesday’s game against Washington to ensure he was available for the tougher matchup against Denver. Ariel Hukporti will be pushed back out of the rotation with Robinson back.

Miles McBride (ankle) has been ruled out against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

This will be a fifth straight absence for McBride, and they haven’t provided much of a timeline for when he could return. Landry Shamet and Tyler Kolek should continue to take on extra minutes with McBride out.

Josh Hart (ankle) is questionable to play against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

Hart exited early from Tuesday’s game against Washington and could end up missing this matchup with Denver. With his status up in the air, Landry Shamet could slide into the starting unit in place of Hart, which would allow him to be a decent source of triples.

Vit Krejčí finished Tuesday’s loss to the Suns with five points (2-of-7 FGs), one assist, two steals and one three-pointer.

Two days removed from being acquired from the Hawks, Krejčí made his Trail Blazers debut on Tuesday. Portland has needed three-point shooting for quite some time, and it was clear that Krejčí knew the assignment. He fired up six three-pointers, making one, in his 14 minutes of action. While he isn’t worth the risk in fantasy leagues due to what’s likely to be a limited role, Krejčí may have a better chance of locking down consistent playing time in Portland than he did in Atlanta.

Toumani Camara finished Tuesday’s loss to the Suns with 13 points (5-of-12 FGs), 11 rebounds, three assists, two steals and three three-pointers.

Camara has put forth two solid performances after having arguably his worst game of the season in Friday’s loss to the Knicks. On Tuesday, the Trail Blazers forward recorded his second double-double of the season, along with two steals and three three-pointers, a solid output for category league managers. And even with that poor showing against the Knicks, Camara has been a top-100 player over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.

Jerami Grant amassed 23 points (8-of-15 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), two rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.

For category league managers, Grant’s final stat line wasn’t the best because of the lack of rebounds and defensive stats. However, by this point in his career, more experienced managers know what they’re getting out of the veteran forward. In eight-cat formats, Grant has been ranked outside the top-250 over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Trail Blazers have two more games in Week 16, games against the Grizzlies on Friday and Saturday.

Shaedon Sharpe accounted for 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), one rebound, one assist and two three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.

Sharpe’s streak of games with at least 20 points ended at three, finishing one point away. More concerning for fantasy managers, especially those competing in category leagues, was the lack of production in categories outside of points and three-pointers. Sharpe has made some strides recently, which is why he’s been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Hopefully, he can get back to that in Portland’s final two games of Week 16.

Donovan Clingan tallied 14 points (4-of-7 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 15 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and three three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.

The Suns began Tuesday’s game playing drop coverage, and Clingan was ready to make them pay. With the game just over two minutes old, the second-year center had already knocked down three three-pointers. Clingan would have his double-double by halftime, but the Suns made the proper defensive adjustments and kept him under wraps for most of the night after that early outburst. Portland has a back-to-back on Friday and Saturday against the Grizzlies to end the week. Given how shorthanded Memphis has been recently, even before the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade, those could be good nights for Clingan.

Jrue Holiday, Shaedon Sharpe, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant and Donovan Clingan will start Tuesday’s game against the Suns.

Holiday is back in the lineup after a one-game absence. As a result, Sidy Cissoko heads to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. The other four starters from Sunday’s loss to the Cavaliers are unchanged.

Josh Hart (ankle) did not return to Tuesday’s win over the Wizards after injuring his left ankle during the third quarter.

Hart played 22 minutes before exiting Tuesday’s game with a left ankle injury, finishing with four points, seven rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer. The Knicks held a 36-point lead when it was announced that Hart wouldn’t return, so there was no need to risk anything. The hope is that he’ll be able to play on Wednesday against the Nuggets. If Hart can’t go, Landry Shamet (14 points, one assist and four three-pointers in 21 minutes) is a candidate to move into the starting lineup.

Jrue Holiday (personal) is available for Tuesday’s game against the Suns.

Holiday is back after a one-game absence. His return will push either Sidy Cissoko or Jerami Grant to the bench, as the Trail Blazers remain without Deni Avdija. Of the two, Grant boasts a higher fantasy ceiling when brought off the bench than Cissoko.

Deni Avdija (back) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Suns.

Initially listed as doubtful, Avdija will miss a second consecutive game. Jerami Grant moved into the starting lineup for Sunday’s loss to the Cavaliers, but the Trail Blazers were without Jrue Holiday (personal) as well. If Holiday can play against Phoenix, Grant will likely return to the bench.

Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Suns.

Henderson was upgraded to doubtful after going through a full workout on Monday, but he isn’t ready to play in games yet. However, that should change soon. With Jrue Holiday (personal) considered questionable, the Trail Blazers may once again field a starting lineup that does not have a point guard.

Jrue Holiday (personal) is questionable to play against the Suns on Tuesday.

Holiday missed Sunday’s game, but he could be back after just a one-game absence. Sidy Cissoko and Jerami Grant both entered the starting unit in Portland’s last game with Deni Avdija (back) and Holiday out. Avdija is doubtful, so if Holiday returns, Cissoko will likely return to playing a reserve role.

Deni Avdija (back) is doubtful to play against the Suns on Tuesday.

Avdija missed Sunday’s game and is expected to remain out for at least one more game. Jerami Grant moved into the starting unit in his stead and will likely remain in that role for at least one more game. He scored 15 points in 28 minutes and should be a solid source of points once again.

Scoot Henderson (hamstring) is doubtful to play against the Suns on Tuesday.

Henderson went through a full workout on Monday, and while he isn’t expected to make his season debut against Phoenix, he should be back soon. His next chance to play will come against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. Henderson will likely be brought along slowly, but he should eventually play enough to make an impact for fantasy managers that can deal with the inefficiencies.

Scoot Henderson (hamstring) went through a hard contact workout at practice on Monday and could make his season debut this week.

This report indicates that if Scoot doesn’t debut against the Suns on Tuesday, he could suit up against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. Considering how long he’s been sidelined, it should be expected that Henderson will miss at least one of those games. He’ll likely be ramped up slowly, so managers should temper their expectations, but he should eventually be a large part of Portland’s rotation.

Shaedon Sharpe, Sidy Cissoko, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant and Donovan Clingan will start Sunday’s game against the Cavaliers.

The Trail Blazers are without Jrue Holiday and Deni Avdija for Sunday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. The resulting voids will be filled by Cissoko and Grant, with the latter being the superior option for fantasy managers.

Deni Avdija (back) is out for Sunday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Avdija was initially listed as questionable with a back injury. The 25-year-old small forward, who was selected to the All-Star team Sunday, played in the Trail Blazers’ last game Friday, but backs can be tricky. With Avdija ruled out, expect Sidy Cissoko or Jerami Grant to take his place in the starting lineup.

Robert Williams (knee) is available for Sunday’s game against the Cavaliers.

Williams is good to go after initially being questionable for Sunday’s game. He’ll take on his usual role as the backup center, where he can offer value in deeper fantasy leagues. Yang Hansen misses out on a boost to his playing time.