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A. Bogut - C

Andrew Bogut (hamstring) doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Due to Bogut's vast injury history, he likely won't return to Sunday's game. Even if the injury was very minor, the Mavericks are going to side with caution. Bogut grabbed two rebounds and one assist before exiting Sunday.

Added Jan 29 8:33 pm (EST)

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T. Gibson - PF

WAS

Taj Gibson (ankle) will not play on Sunday.

Gibson has been experiencing some soreness in his ankle and he will not play tonight against the Sixers. The 31-year-old has been a key cog for the Bulls this season, starting 47 games and averaging 11.6 points and 7.1 rebounds in just over 27 minutes played per game. Gibson's absence from the lineup could mean a big night for Jimmy Butler seeing that Butler is averaging 10 more fantasy points per game when Gibson sits so far this season.

Added Jan 29 5:18 pm (EST)

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K. Love - PF

MIA

Kevin Love (back spasms) will not return to Sunday's game.

Those who used Love in daily fantasy contests today are surely a bit sour upon seeing this news, given the fact that Love scored just one point and snatched eight boards before leaving the game. The Cavaliers power forward will not return to today's game due to back spasms, and it's uncertain if the injury is something that will continue to bother him over the next few days. Channing Frye and Richard Jefferson both played more than 10 minutes in the first half, and they should continue to see heavy usage in the second half with Love out.

Added Jan 29 4:50 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/twithersAP/status/825821758339035136

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E. Fournier - SG

NYK

Evan Fournier (heel) will not play on Sunday.

Fournier has been held out of game action for five straight games and it appears as though he will not suit up tonight against the Timberwolves. His heel injury is apparently still seriously bothering him, and no timetable has been given for a potential return to the lineup. Elfrid Payton and D.J. Augustin should continue to see an increased amount of playing time tonight with Fournier sidelined.

Added Jan 29 4:44 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/JoshuaBRobbins/status/825820135701217280

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D. DeRozan - SG

CHI

Raptors coach Dwyane Casey told reporters the team is taking a wait and see approach with DeMar DeRozan's availability for Sunday's game.

DeRozan has been sidelined for the last three games due to a sprained ankle and it seems as though he's going to be a game-time decision for tonight's game. Raptors coach Dwayne Casey said the team is taking a "wait and see" approach which makes it sound like they are not confident that he will be able to play tonight. If DeRozan can't go, Norman Powell should continue to experience a jolt in fantasy relevance due to his increased minutes at the two guard position.

Added Jan 29 4:37 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/Eric__Smith/status/825816458190061568

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J. Randle - PF

NYK

Julius Randle (pneumonia) is questionable to play on Tuesday.

Randle was at Laker's practice today but didn't participate due to the fact that he has pneumonia, and he's considered to be questionable for Los Angeles' game on Tuesday. He's been held out of the lineup for the past two games due to his illness, and it's hard to imagine him being able to play through pneumonia, so he will definitely have to be feeling almost 100 percent in order to suit up. Tarik Black would likely get another start at power forward if Randle can't go on Tuesday.

Added Jan 29 4:31 pm (EST)

http://www.nba.com/lakers/news/170129-injury-report-russell-randle?cid=tw

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D. West - PF

David West (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game.

West has been out close to two weeks at this point, which was expected. On the season, West does not provide anything in fantasy, so his being out is more of an impact in real life than in fantasy.

Added Jan 29 3:22 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/WarriorsPR/status/825800640492298240

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S. Curry - PG

GSW

Steph Curry (flu) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Portland.

Shaun Livingston figures to get the run at the point guard spot Sunday in Curry's absence. Klay Thompson gets a bump for Sunday's DFS slate.

Added Jan 29 3:21 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/WarriorsPR/status/825800640492298240

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D. Rose - PG

NYK

Derrick Rose (ankle) is in a walking boot and may not return before the weekend.

In the meantime, add Brandon Jennings if he is available. The veteran has been a nice fill in for Rose in games he has missed so far in 2016-'17. He also becomes a solid DFS play until Rose returns.

Added Jan 29 2:16 pm (EST)

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N. Jokic - C

DEN

Nikola Jokic (hip) could return "in the middle of next week."

Excellent news for owners, as it was feared he would be out an extended period of time. Jokic has enjoyed a breakout season, with averages of 15.5 points, eight rebounds and four assists per game. Jusuf Nurkic will continue to fill until Jokic is back.

Added Jan 29 1:57 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/chrisadempsey/status/825771256695791620

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D. Rose - PG

NYK

Derrick Rose (ankle) was ruled out for Sunday's game.

Rose owners in seasonal leagues should be used to this, so it is no surprise he has been ruled out for Sunday. This makes Brandon Jennings an immediate pickup and a play in DFS as he has filled in nicely for Rose. There is no timetable for how long he will miss.

Added Jan 29 1:33 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/NY_KnicksPR/status/825773166324809728

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K. Seraphin - C

Kevin Seraphin (knee) is questionable for Sunday.

Since Serpahin is buried behind Myles Turner and Al Jefferson, he has no impact on the real life game, or fantasy.

Added Jan 29 1:16 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/825767486230523905

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N. Jokic - C

DEN

Nikola Jokic contributed 41 points to go with 11 rebounds, four assists and a pair of three-pointers.

Jokic was monstrous on the offensive end in this one, hitting 16-of-28 shots and 7-of-8 free throws to deliver his third 40-point effort of the 2023 postseason. Denverâ??s other four starters combined for 41 points on 15-of-34 shooting, and Jokic understandably focused his energy on scoring with so many teammates struggling. The four assists are his fewest of the postseason, and they match his second-fewest of the regular season. Jokic has been masterful for the entirety of the Nuggetsâ?? playoff run and, despite the loss, he was the best player on the court again Sunday. The Nuggets suffered their first home loss of the playoffs, but Jokic will look to guide his team to a road win Wednesday in Miami for Game 3.

Added Yesterday 11:32 pm (EST)

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B. Adebayo - C

MIA

Bam Adebayo accumulated 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting Sunday in a win over Denver, adding nine rebounds, four assists and two blocked shots.

As expected, Bam got the job done in the paint, and he was even more efficient than the 13-of-25 shooting night he had in Game 1 when he scored 26. Bam finished behind only Gabe Vincent (23 points, four triples) for team lead in scoring, and through two games, Adebayo is the teamâ??s leader in points. Jimmy Butler has struggled on offense, racking up 34 points on 33 field goals, but the difference between Game 1 and Game 2 was Max Strus and Duncan Robinson hitting shots, and Miamiâ??s bench playing a bit more consistently throughout the contest. Adebayo has had his way with Denver in the series thus far, and thereâ??s no indication heâ??ll slow down in Game 3 back in South Beach.

Added Yesterday 11:25 pm (EST)

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K. Love - PF

MIA

Kevin Love scored six points Sunday and added 10 rebounds, an assist, two steals and two triples as the Heat defeated the Nuggets 111-108.

Love was a DNP-CD in each of Miamiâ??s last three games, but with Caleb Martin dealing with a non-COVID illness (yet still able to play), the former landed in the starting lineup Sunday. Love logged 22 minutes, his most since playing 23 in Game 4 of the second-round series against the Knicks, and turned them into quality production. Itâ??s unclear what his role will be Wednesday in Game 3, but Coach Spo should give him a long look when considering his rotations for the rest of the Finals.

Added Yesterday 11:19 pm (EST)

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G. Vincent - PG

MIA

Gabe Vincent finished Sundayâ??s win over Denver with 23 points, three assists, two steals and four triples.

Through two games of the NBA Finals, Miamiâ??s leading scorers areâ?¦ checks notes â?¦ Bam Adebayo and Gabe Vincent. If you laid some money down on Bam and Vincent futures, itâ??s time to start playing the lottery! Vincent was blisteringly hot in this one, leading his team in the scoring department and stroking it from downtown yet again. The UC Santa Barbara product has 42 points on 15-of-26 shooting, including a mind-melting 9-of-16 from beyond the arc through Games 1-2, and heâ??ll look to keep up the hot shooting in front of his home crowd when the series shifts to Miami for Game 3 on Wednesday.

Added Yesterday 11:14 pm (EST)

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D. Robinson - SF

MIA

Duncan Robinson totaled 10 points on 4-of-5 shooting (2-of-3 3-Pointers) and added an assist across 17 minutes in Sundayâ??s win over Denver.

Robinson wasnâ??t on the court too much in this one, but he certainly made the most of his minutes. D-Rob started the fourth quarter, and to the untrained eye, it appeared Reggie Miller was out there wearing his jersey due to the speed of his scoring. Robinson racked up all 10 of his points in the first 2:16 of the quarter, acting as the catalyst for a 13-2 Miami run to take an 88-85 lead. Robinson and Miamiâ??s other role players came to play after dreadful showings in Game 1, and theyâ??ll look to carry that momentum into Wednesdayâ??s Game 3 at home.

Added Yesterday 11:03 pm (EST)

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K. Love - PF

MIA

The Heat will start Kevin Love over Caleb Martin in Game 2 against the Nuggets in Sunday, according to NBA TV's Jared Greenberg.

Martin was listed as questionable due to an illness, but this isn't because of that. Aaron Gordon toasted the Heat in the first quarter of Game 1, so Miami will attempt to counter with more size down low. Gordon's speed could still prove to be too much for Love to handle, but at least he shouldn't get as many wide open dunks.

Added Yesterday 6:22 pm (EST)

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C. Zeller - C

MIA

Cody Zeller (sprained right foot) will play in Game 2 against Denver on Sunday.

Zeller played a small role in Game 1, and he'll likely be used in a similar fashion in Game 2. He's a different look to throw at Nikola Jokic, but he isn't necessarily an effective option.

Added Yesterday 6:04 pm (EST)

Ira Winderman on Twitter

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C. Martin - SF

MIA

Caleb Martin (illness) and Cody Zeller (right foot sprain) are both available for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against Denver on Sunday.

Martin shined in the Eastern Conference Finals, but he really struggled in Game 1 against Denver. This illness may have bothered him during that game, so hopefully he'll be more productive in Game 2. He should continue to start for them alongside Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo in the frontcourt. Zeller only played eight minutes off the bench in Game 1, so he likely won't use him much, aside from trying to throw a different look at Nikola Jokic, even if it wasn't very effective.

Added Yesterday 6:00 pm (EST)

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