Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pacers.

Gordon is managing a left hamstring injury and could miss Saturday’s game against the Pacers. The 30-year-old power forward is off to a hot shooting start this season. Peyton Watson and Zeke Nnaji would be the primary candidates to see extra minutes in Gordon’s absence.

Jamal Murray (calf) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pacers.

Murray is dealing with left calf tightness, but hasn’t missed a game yet this season. If he’s out, Bruce Brown is next in line to pick up the slack as the backup point guard and would see a boost to his fantasy value.

Nikola Jokić finished Friday’s win over the Warriors with 26 points (12-of-15 FGs), nine rebounds, nine assists, one block and two three-pointers.

Jokić needed only 29 minutes of game action to nearly tally a second straight double-double. He fell one rebound and one assist short of the feat, but utilized extremely efficient shooting to land his sixth straight game with at least 20 points. The Warriors, without Stephen Curry and Al Horford available for this game, struggled to keep pace with the high-powered Nuggets’ offense, which featured six different players scoring in double figures, with Jokić leading the way. After a slower start to the season, he appears back in his MVP-like form.

Jamal Murray amassed 23 points (8-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, two steals, one block and five three-pointers in Friday’s victory over the Warriors.

Murray did a little bit of everything for the Nuggets in their win on Friday. He made an impact offensively as both a facilitator and scorer, with his production from beyond the arc being key to his point total. But even on the defensive end, the veteran guard showed up and collected three steals. Again, he impressed on both ends of the floor and remains a key piece to Denver’s success on a nightly basis.

Jonas Valančiūnas notched 16 points (6-of-8 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in the win over the Warriors on Friday.

Valančiūnas logged his most productive line as a member of the Nuggets on Friday. He scored a season high in points and hit his first couple of threes of the season during his 16 minutes of game action. The veteran center has served as a nice depth piece for Denver in his first season with the team. He likely won’t move the needle in fantasy basketball leagues, but could continue to play an important role for the Nuggets throughout the season.

Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is available for Friday’s game against the Warriors.

Nnaji is officially available after being listed as probable on the Nuggets’ initial injury report. However, this does not mean he’ll play rotation minutes. Fantasy managers can leave him on the waiver wire.

Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is probable to play against the Warriors on Friday.

Nnaji should be available, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to play. He hasn’t seen the floor during Denver’s last three games and has yet ot play 10 minutes in a game this season.

Deni Avdija amassed 26 points (5-of-17 FGs, 15-of-16 FTs), 10 rebounds, nine assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder.

One game removed from scoring a season-high 33 points, Avdija finished one assist shy of his first triple-double of the season. He’s been everything that fantasy managers hoped he would be when the season began, closing in on top-50 value in nine-cat formats while being ranked well within that threshold in eight-cat. If there’s been an issue for Avdija, it’s been turnovers, as he’s averaging 3.9 per game. He only recorded three on Wednesday, however.

Jrue Holiday tallied 22 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and six three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder.

Holiday was at his best when it mattered most, scoring 10 points in the fourth quarter to help Portland complete its rally from 24 points down to hand Oklahoma City its first loss of the season. The veteran guard has fit into his new situation seamlessly, and his fantasy value has benefited. Holiday is providing top-50 fantasy value in nine-cat formats, bouncing back from a disappointing 2024-25 campaign.

Aaron Gordon had 24 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer against the Heat on Wednesday.

Gordon dropped 50 points in the Nuggets’ season-opening overtime loss to the Warriors. The 30-year-old power forward failed to record even 20 points in the next four games, but has now bounced back with at least 20 points in the last two games. Gordon’s shooting seems to be improved this season and the Nuggets are in no position to curb his usage on offense this year.

Nikola Jokić had 33 points (12-of-18 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 15 rebounds, 16 assists, three steals and two three-pointers in the Nuggets’ 122-112 victory over the Heat on Wednesday.

Jokić is back with a triple-double after two games where he failed to record a triple-double. Those two games of course came after the 30-year-old center began the season with a streak of four consecutive games with a triple-double. Jokić is the top player in fantasy until someone takes the crown from him, though Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are worthy adversaries.

Blake Wesley (foot) is expected to miss 8-12 weeks after undergoing surgery on Wednesday.

Wesley underwent surgery on Wednesday to repair the fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot. He’s expected to be available to return in 8-12 weeks. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, but the Trail Blazers are light on options behind Jrue Holiday, especially with Scoot Henderson (hamstring) out. Caleb Love played seven minutes off the bench in Monday’s loss to the Lakers and will likely retain that role until Henderson is available.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder.

Sharpe is available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. He played 28 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Lakers and will likely take on a similar workload against the reigning champs.

A late addition to the Nuggets’ injury report, Strawther is available to contribute off the bench. However, he’s averaged fewer than six minutes per game this season, so his availability will not impact fantasy basketball.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

As expected, Murray is available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Nuggets’ starting lineup, while Bruce Brown misses out on a potential boost to his fantasy value.

Julian Strawther (back) is probable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.

Strawther wasn’t on the initial injury report, and back pain isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Miami. Strawther has played 5.6 minutes per game this season, so his status won’t have an impact on Denver’s rotation.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder.

While Sharpe has been dealing with a sore left calf for nearly a week, he’s yet to miss a game. The probable tag suggests he’ll be available on Wednesday and will take on his usual role within the starting lineup. Sharpe is coming off one of his most efficient games this season, shooting 8-of-17 from the field and scoring 23 points in Monday’s loss to the Lakers.

Jamal Murray (calf) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Murray is still experiencing tightness in his left calf, but he has yet to miss a game this season. He should take on his usual job as the Nuggets’ starting point guard, with Bruce Brown waiting in the wings to pick up the slack if Murray cannot play.

Jerami Grant provided a boost off the bench with 18 points (6-of-10 FGs), three rebounds, four assists, two steals and two three-pointers against the Lakers on Monday.

Grant was pushed to a reserve role this season for Portland, but that hasn’t limited his fantasy impact. In fact, he is having one of the best seasons of his career. He is shooting over 50 percent from the floor, which would be the best mark of his career and a huge step up after he shot 37.3 percent last season. He is also averaging a career-high for steals and three-pointers while scoring over 20 points per game. If Grant is content remaining a reserve, he can continue to thrive.

Shaedon Sharpe lit up the Lakers with 23 points (8-of-17 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists, three steals and one three-pointer on Monday.

Despite dealing with calf soreness entering this game, Sharpe was able to start and set a new season-high for scoring. It has been a slow start to the year for Sharpe, but he is starting to figure things out; after shooting below 40 percent in each of his first four games, Sharpe has shot better than 40 percent in his last three. He’ll look to keep it going against the Thunder on Wednesday.

Deni Avdija led the Trail Blazers with 33 points (10-of-20 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block, three three-pointers and five turnovers in a 123-115 loss to the Lakers on Monday.

This was a strong performance for Avdija as he set a new season-high for scoring. He has gotten off to a strong start to the year, which was expected after how well he played late last season. Turnovers have plagued his value in nine-cat leagues, but he has been able to pour in the counting stats. He’ll look to keep it up against the Thunder on Wednesday, though that won’t be an easy matchup.

Jamal Murray tallied 15 points (6-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, seven assists and one blocked shot in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Murray was 0-of-5 from three on Monday, but fantasy managers still received solid production in the rebound and assist categories. The Nuggets point guard has scored at least 22 points in four of six games, sitting safely within the top-50 in eight- and nine-cat formats. More concerning than the subpar three-point shooting on Monday is Murray’s left calf, which has been an issue for a few games. He’s played through the issue thus far, but the Nuggets end Week 3 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back.

Aaron Gordon accumulated 20 points (6-of-11 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Gordon hasn’t approached the heights he reached in Denver’s opener, scoring 50 points in a loss to the Warriors. In fact, Monday’s effort was his first 20-point game since then. However, Gordon is still shooting the ball with excellent accuracy and averaging 2.5 three-pointers per game. The veteran forward is providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, something few fantasy managers expected before the season began. Maintaining that production level may prove difficult, but Gordon’s improved shooting has done wonders for his fantasy profile.

Christian Braun accounted for 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Braun had his most productive outing of the season on Monday, with the 21 points being the most he’s scored in a game. However, the three-point line remains an issue for the fourth-year wing. Having entered Monday shooting 18.2 percent from deep, Braun was 1-of-3 against the Kings. Decreased production in the three-point and steals categories is why Braun is ranked well outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats. The role makes him a player who should be rostered in most leagues, and managers need to consider buying low on Braun.

Nikola Jokić finished Monday’s win over the Kings with 34 points (14-of-22 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, 14 assists, four steals, two blocks and four three-pointers.

Jokić finished Monday’s victory three rebounds shy of a triple-double, but he still gave fantasy managers a robust stat line. The 34 points were a season-high, while the 14 assists were one shy of his high. The hot starts of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander mean that Jokić has serious competition for the top spot in fantasy basketball. That said, it will be tough to dethrone the Joker, given his consistent excellence.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is available for Monday’s game against the Lakers and will start.

Sharpe was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. However, the sore left calf limited him to 24 minutes in Friday’s win over Denver, so his workload may be somewhat limited despite starting. Jrue Holiday, Toumani Camara, Deni Avdija and Donovan Clingan complete the Trail Blazers’ starting five.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available to play against the Kings on Monday.

As expected, Murray will once again play through tightness in his left calf. He’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting lineup to try and help the Nuggets bounce back after dropping their last game against the Trail Blazers.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Johnson was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll take on his usual role within the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is probable for Monday’s game against the Lakers.

Sharpe has been dealing with a sore left calf recently, which limited him to 24 minutes in Friday’s win over the Nuggets. While the probable tag suggests he’ll be available, Sharpe may not take on his usual workload. Kris Murray’s playing time has increased; he played 29 minutes against Denver. Murray isn’t a must-stream, but he’s worth watching if Sharpe aggravates his calf injury.

Blake Wesley (foot) suffered a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot and is out indefinitely.

Wesley suffered the injury during the first half of Friday’s win over the Nuggets, appearing to roll his right ankle at the time. Unfortunately, the injury is more severe than it seemed to be, and the Trail Blazers will provide a concrete return timeline at a later date. Wesley’s absence won’t impact fantasy basketball, but it does leave Portland down another guard with Scoot Henderson (hamstring) still out.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are probable for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Murray and Johnson are back on the Nuggets’ injury report, as they continue to deal with nagging injuries. However, neither has missed a game, and the probable tags suggest they will be cleared ahead of Monday’s game. Look for Murray and Johnson to occupy their usual places in the starting lineup.

Nikola Jokić had 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 14 rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Jokić started the year with a triple-double in each of the first four games of the season. That streak came to an end on Friday as the 30-year-old center had 21 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists against the Trail Blazers. Jokić missed it by one assist. Alas, he’ll have to wait until Monday against the Kings for his next chance at recording a triple-double.

Cameron Johnson had nine points (3-of-7 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one three-pointer against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Johnson’s layup attempt with seven seconds left in regulation of a tie game was erases by Toumani Camara and the Trail Blazers would go on to win on free throws. The 29-year-old small forward has struggled mightily in his first few games with the Nuggets. Johnson has failed to score even 10 points in four of five games this year. He’s dealing with a shoulder injury that could be the root cause of his struggles and fantasy managers have to take that into account.

Shaedon Sharpe had 19 points (7-of-14 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one block and three three-pointers in the Trail Blazers’ 109-107 victory over the Nuggets on Friday.

Sharpe is still looking for his first 20-point game of the season, but he probably had his best game of the year so far against the Nuggets on Friday. The 22-year-old shooting guard had 19 points on 14 shots including three made three-pointers. Sharpe played just 24 minutes as he was still dealing with a calf injury.

Blake Wesley (foot) will not return to Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Wesley exited Friday’s game during the first half when he appeared to roll his right ankle. However, the Trail Blazers are referring to his issue as a right foot injury. Rayan Rupert has picked up a few minutes in Wesley’s absence, but this does not impact fantasy basketball.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are available for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray was initially questionable for Friday’s game, while Johnson was probable. They’ll both play and take on their usual roles within the Nuggets’ starting lineup. Johnson has struggled thus far, with the right shoulder injury likely being a reason why.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is available for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Sharpe was initially probable for Friday’s game, with a sore left calf limiting him to 24 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. He’ll be in the starting lineup, looking to get going after a slow start to the season.

Robert Williams (knee) is available for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Williams is available to make his first appearance of the 2025-26 season. According to acting head coach Tiago Splitter, the Time Lord will be under a minutes restriction. The restriction (which was not revealed) was expected due to Edwards’ injury history and the fact that he last appeared in a game on February 20. Yang Hansen’s minutes will likely decrease, but he hasn’t done enough to merit being rostered in redraft leagues.

Kris Murray (illness) is available for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Murray is back after missing Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. With Matisse Thybulle (thumb) out, his playing time may increase. However, that isn’t enough to make Murray a player worth rostering in redraft leagues.

Matisse Thybulle (thumb) will be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks after undergoing surgery on Friday.

Thybulle injured his left thumb during Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. Further examination revealed a torn UCL, prompting Friday’s surgery. While he does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, Thybulle’s absence may result in a few more minutes for Kris Murray and Rayan Rupert. Neither is worth adding in redraft leagues.

Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is probable for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Sharpe is dealing with a sore left calf, only playing 24 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. But the probable tag suggests he’s closer to playing on Friday than not. If he cannot play, that may open the door for Jerami Grant to move into the starting lineup. While Grant has been a starter in recent seasons, the move to the bench has increased his fantasy value substantially.

Robert Williams (knee) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Williams has a realistic chance of playing on Friday in what would be his first appearance of the season. While the Time Lord has high fantasy potential, the inability to remain healthy has made him a challenging player to rely on. If Williams can play, rookie Yang Hansen would likely take a hit, but he’s struggled thus far.

Kris Murray (illness) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Murray did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz. And with Matisse Thybulle departing during the first half after spraining his left thumb, Rayan Rupert entered the rotation and played 14 minutes. Thybulle has already been ruled out for Friday, making Rupert the “next man up” if Murray can’t play.

Matisse Thybulle (thumb) is out for Friday’s game against the Nuggets.

Thybulle sprained his left thumb during the first half of Wednesday’s win over the Jazz, exiting after five minutes and not returning. His absence won’t significantly impact fantasy basketball, but the Trail Blazers may call on Rayan Rupert for rotation minutes off the bench if Kris Murray (illness) remains out. Murray is questionable for Friday after not playing against Utah.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

While he’s yet to miss a full game this season, Johnson did exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. On Wednesday, he only attempted four shots in Denver’s blowout of the Pelicans, so the injury may still be an issue. Johnson is probable to play, but fantasy managers should plan for limited production.

Jamal Murray (calf) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray is dealing with left calf tightness, hence his inclusion on the Nuggets’ injury report. He’s yet to miss a game this season, limiting the opportunities available to Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett. That would change if Murray can’t play on Friday, with Brown offering higher fantasy upside.

Shaedon Sharpe shot 6-of-14 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz, scoring 18 points with four rebounds and four three-pointers.

While Sharpe scored 18 points on Wednesday, the overall line was disappointing. For the first time in five games, he failed to record an assist, steal or blocked shot. Outside of points and three-pointers, there was no value to be had regarding fantasy basketball. The good news is that this hasn’t been the norm for Sharpe; it would be unsurprising if he bounced back on Friday against the Nuggets.

Deni Avdija accounted for 19 points (6-of-12 FGs, 7-of-10 FTs), nine rebounds, five assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Wednesday’s win over the Jazz.

While Avdija’s final stat line was solid, there were issues. He missed all five of his three-point attempts, but the six turnovers were more concerning, especially for managers in nine-cat leagues. Thus far, Avdija’s averaging 3.8 turnovers per game, which is why he’s only a top-75 player currently. However, punt the turnovers and he’s providing top-50 value. The decision to start Avdija over Jerami Grant (18/3/1/2 with three three-pointers in 25 minutes) has benefited both parties, with the latter surprisingly being a third-round player in nine-cat formats.

Jrue Holiday finished Wednesday’s win over the Jazz with 27 points (10-of-16 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, two steals and three three-pointers.

The move from Boston to Portland seems to have brought Holiday’s fantasy value back to life. He’s scored at least 21 points in three consecutive games, something the veteran guard did not do last season. Still rostered in just 54 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Holiday is providing third-round value in nine-cat formats. Of course, there’s the question of what will happen once Scoot Henderson returns from his hamstring injury, but fantasy managers should not worry about that right now. If Holiday is on your waiver wire, pick him up.

Nikola Jokić had 21 points (10-of-15 FGs), 12 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and one three-pointer in the Nuggets’ 122-88 victory over the Pelicans on Wednesday.

Jokić has managed to record a triple-double in all four games so far this season. The 30-year-old center needed just 28 minutes, his fewest of the season so far, to get the triple-double in the blowout win. Jokić is still at the top of his game and the Pelicans were no match for him on Wednesday.

Matisse Thybulle (thumb) is out for the rest of Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Thybulle played just five minutes before exiting with a left thumb injury, finishing with three points, one assist, two steals and one three-pointer. His absence won’t significantly impact fantasy basketball, but the Trail Blazers will finish Wednesday’s game down two wings, as Kris Murray (illness) is also unavailable.

Kris Murray (illness) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Added to the Trail Blazers’ injury report on Wednesday afternoon, Murray is officially out. Matisse Thybulle (hip) is available and can take on the minutes that would have gone to Murray. He is not worth the streaming risk on a 10-game night.

Matisse Thybulle (hip) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Thybulle is available to play on Wednesday after being initially listed as questionable. He’ll play rotation minutes off the bench but is unlikely to get the time needed to impact fantasy basketball. Leave Thybulle on the waiver wire.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

Johnson was forced to exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. He’s good to go for Wednesday’s game after initially being listed as questionable on the Nuggets’ injury report. Johnson will be part of the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Kris Murray (illness) has been added to the injury report as questionable to play against the Jazz on Wednesday.

Murray is a late addition to the injury report after playing 24 minutes against the Lakers on Monday. With Matisse Thybulle (hip) still out, Toumani Camara and Jerami Grant will likely see a boost in minutes if Murray isn’t able to suit up.

Matisse Thybulle (hip) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Thybulle will miss a second straight game with a sore right hip. During Monday’s win over the Lakers, fellow reserve Kris Murray played 24 minutes off the bench. That isn’t enough to make Murray a player worth rostering in fantasy leagues, but he’ll have a legitimate chance to play rotation minutes. That hasn’t been the case for most of his NBA career.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

Johnson exited Monday’s win over the Timberwolves early in the fourth quarter with right shoulder inflammation. This is the first time he’s been on the injury report with the shoulder issue, so it’s unlikely to have impacted his slow start before Monday. Peyton Watson was in the closing lineup on Monday, which could mean he’ll start if Johnson cannot play against the Pelicans.

Donovan Clingan finished Monday’s win over the Lakers with 16 points (8-of-12 FGs), 14 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal.

Clingan logged his best performance of the season against the Lakers. Efficient shooting inside the arc led him to a season-high in points, while a huge seven-rebound performance on the offensive glass allowed him to set a new season-high in rebounds and finish as the only player in Monday’s contest to reach double-digit rebounds. The second-year center has performed well following a less productive season opener. He’ll have a chance to string together consecutive double-doubles against the Jazz on Wednesday.

Tim Hardaway Jr. totaled 20 points (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, three assists and four three-pointers on Monday in the win over the Timberwolves.

Hardaway Jr. had the hot hand against Minnesota and displayed it during the third quarter of Monday’s contest. In the period, he connected on all five of his shot attempts and went 3-of-3 from beyond the arc before finishing the frame with 15 points. His production in that quarter alone helped the Nuggets turn an eight-point halftime deficit into an eight-point lead after three quarters. Hardaway finished as one of three Denver players to score at least 20 points.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) exited in the fourth quarter against the Timberwolves on Monday and did not return.

Johnson left the game with 10:42 left and was deemed questionable to return. He sat out the rest of the game. Peyton Watson was part of the closing lineup, and if Johnson remains out against the Pelicans on Wednesday, Watson would have a good chance to start.