Clippers' G Norman Powell scored 41 points on 13-of-26 shooting in a 120-116 win over Utah on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Heat's G Tyler Herro scored 40 points on 15-of-30 shooting in a 113-118 loss to Dallas on Thursday, Feb. 13.

New Orleans Pelicans' G CJ McCollum scored 43 points on 16-of-25 shooting in a 140-133 win over the Kings on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Los Angeles Clippers forward Amir Coffey (knee) will be inactive as the team wraps up a back-to-back on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. Coffey played 18 minutes in Wednesday's victory over the Memphis Grizzlies but landed on the injury report with left knee soreness. The team has downgraded him from questionable to out ahead of tip-off. Kawhi Leonard (knee) also won't play on Thursday, which opens up quite a bit of playing time for the rest of the Clippers forwards. Ben Simmons, who is set to make his team debut, may also absorb some of the available minutes.

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (ankle) will not make his debut for the team anytime soon. Sportsnet's Michael Grange has reported that Ingram isn't projected to be back for at least a month. The former All-Star has suited up for only 18 games in 2024-25 due to a high-grade left low ankle sprain suffered on Dec. 7, making this essentially a lost season for Ingram, even when he eventually comes back. After acquiring him from the New Orleans Pelicans, the Raptors inked a three-year, $120 million contract extension with Ingram, a significant show of confidence for a player with a lengthy injury history. It remains to be seen if the investment pays off and how well Ingram meshes with current team leaders Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (rest) will return to action in Thursday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The talented big man has only recently returned from a 39-game absence, and the team rested him for the first leg of a back-to-back against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Holmgren's return will push Aaron Wiggins back to the second unit. Fantasy managers should be patient with Holmgren as he works himself back into form. Since returning to the lineup, he has averaged 8.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.5 blocks in 23.5 minutes across two games.

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (knee) will be active on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. The 21-year-old has been battling various health issues recently and is currently on the injury report with a left knee contusion. However, Miami has upgraded him from probable to available. Jovic has put together a few impressive stretches in 2024-25 but is still plagued by inconsistency. Following back-to-back 20-point games, he has notched 29 points across three outings prior to Thursday's action.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (hip) will play in Thursday's big matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Initially, there was uncertainty surrounding Edwards when Minnesota listed him as questionable for the game. However, he has now been confirmed as a starter for the contest. The Timberwolves will be missing three of their regular starters on Thursday, so Edwards is expected to carry a heavy load offensively. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Jaylen Clark, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid will join him in the starting lineup.

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (illness) has officially been listed as available for Thursday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. He initially carried a probable tag on the injury report. Robinson is back in the lineup after missing Wednesday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a stomach bug. The illness has taken out Andrew Wiggins and Terry Rozier on Thursday, and Bam Adebayo (knee) is also sidelined, so we should see Robinson plenty with the ball. Davion Mitchell and Alec Burks may lose minutes to him.

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (leg) is a late scratch for Thursday's matchup against the Houston Rockets. He didn't appear on the initial injury report before the team ruled Payton II out due to a right peroneal contusion. With Payton II's absence, Golden State loses one of its best defenders, but the late change in the lineup will not have any significant circumstances in fantasy basketball.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The French giant is battling back spasms, with the team downgrading his status from questionable to out. Naz Reid already benefits from Julius Randle's (groin) absence and will now get a further boost. The likes of Joe Ingles and Luka Garza may also see more action due to Gobert's absence. However, they should be seen as risky fantasy plays.

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley (finger) will remain in street clothes for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been ruled out for a fourth consecutive game after Minnesota initially listed Conley as questionable on the injury report. Conley's injury has increased the fantasy values of Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Rob Dillingham. Both players may get an additional boost on Thursday due to Anthony Edwards' (hip) absence. Minnesota's star man is considered a game-time decision for the matchup.

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat after being downgraded from questionable to out. Thompson logged 34 minutes on Wednesday in a special matchup against his former team, the Golden State Warriors, and the Mavericks will manage his workload by giving the veteran the night off against Miami. Kyrie Irving (shoulder) has also been ruled out, which means the Mavericks will enter Thursday's contest without any of their regular starters. Naji Marshall, Dante Exum, Max Christie, and Spencer Dinwiddie could all emerge as key players instead of the usual suspects.

Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official sitereports that Miami Heat forward/centerBam Adebayo(knee) won't play against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday. Adebayo appeared on the injury report earlier due to a left knee bruise, but he's since been downgraded to unavailable. Thursday's contest will be the first the 27-year-old has missed in a month. With the big man out, Nikola Jovic,Kyle Anderson, andHaywood Highsmithwould be set up for more work, whileKel'el Warewould have more space to dominate against a banged-up Dallas frontcourt.

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Dante Exum (Achilles) will suit up for Thursday's clash against the Miami Heat. He sat out Wednesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors and was initially on the injury report with a questionable designation. The Mavericks receive much-needed help with Exum back, as the team is down to its bare bones with all regular starters sidelined. The versatile Australian may receive increased usage on Thursday, but it's important to note that Exum, who has an extensive injury history, hasn't played more than 21 minutes in any game this season.

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) will miss Thursday's matchup against the Miami Heat. On Wednesday, Irving led the Mavericks to victory with a monster 42-point effort against the Golden State Warriors, and he gets a well-earned rest day on Thursday. Irving's absence opens up tons of usage for the likes of Spencer Dinwiddie, Max Christie, and Dante Exum (Achilles. The latter has been cleared for action after initially carrying a questionable tag.

The Utah Jazz announced centerWalker Kessler (thumb) is unavailable to suit up for Thursday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. The big man is a late scratch due to a left thumb strain. Kessler will have some time to recover from the injury with the upcoming NBA All-Star break. His next chance to return to action is February 21st against the Thunder. With Kessler on the shelf, Kyle FilipowskiandMicah Potter will soak up the extra minutes at center during this evening's contest.

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (hand) is set to rejoin the action after the All-Star break. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Smith Jr., who fractured his hand on Jan. 1, is aiming for a return on Feb. 21 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 21-year-old has averaged 11.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 30.9 minutes this season. Amen Thompson has excelled in a starting role during Smith Jr.'s absence, and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka will face some tough decisions once the entire squad is back together. Smith Jr. has been a starter for all 188 of his career games so far.

Los Angeles Clippers center Drew Eubanks (ankle) is not ready to face his former team, the Utah Jazz, on Thursday. He is nursing a left ankle sprain, which will sideline Eubanks for a second consecutive contest. The Jazz traded Eubanks to the Clippers on Feb. 1, but he has suited up for only three games with his new squad. The 28-year-old has notched 3.3 points and 3.0 rebounds in 8.7 minutes. With Ivica Zubac healthy and having a fantastic season, Eubanks has little chance of making an impact in L.A.

Sacramento Kings guard Markelle Fultz will play on Thursday against the Pelicans. The 2017 No. 1 overall pick recently signed with Sacramento after averaging 11.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 1.2 steals in 234 regular season appearances with the Sixers and Magic. The Kings recently traded De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs, so the team lacks depth at the one. While it could take Fultz time to carve out a routine role in the rotation, it's not unreasonable to assume he'll get some cracks at the starting lineup moving ahead. For now, Malik Monk should remain the Kings' starting point guard.