New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole (ankle) could miss another game Friday night when his team hosts the Phoenix Suns. Poole also missed Tuesday's blowout loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers with the ankle issue. Following an extended absence in November and early December, Poole is now a bench player in the Pelicans' rotation. He's still getting plenty of shots up (double digits in every game this season) with mixed efficiency. He averaged 16.6 points and 3.2 assists in about 27 minutes in his last five games off the bench.

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (groin) is expected to miss a few games with a groin strain, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Davis hurt himself in the first half of the Christmas Day loss to the Golden State Warriors and did not return. Davis has played in just 16 games so far this year and has not played in six consecutive games since joining the Mavericks last season. With Dereck Lively II (foot) out for the season, Daniel Gafford will soak up plenty of minutes at the center position until Davis is ready to return.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will miss his fourth consecutive game when his team hosts the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. The 25-year-old is dealing with left patellar tendinitis, and a timeline for his return remains unclear. Williams recently moved back to a bench role before his injury. He'll have plenty of company on the sidelines, as he is one of six Grizzlies ruled out Friday. Cam Spencer, Jaylen Wells, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will see more playing time, especially if Ja Morant (questionable, ankle) and Cedric Coward (questionable, ankle) are inactive.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (calf) is questionable to play Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies, according to the team's official injury report. The 26-year-old quickly left Tuesday's win over the Indiana Pacers with a left calf contusion. Trent has fallen out of Milwaukee's starting lineup recently, with Kevin Porter Jr., AJ Green, and Ryan Rollins handling the majority of the backcourt minutes. Trent only played 17 minutes in the game before his calf injury. If he's inactive tonight, Gary Harris could see an increase in playing time.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (illness) is questionable for Friday night's matchup with the Chicago Bulls. Grimes, alongside Dominick Barlow and VJ Edgecombe, were all sick and missed Tuesday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Grimes could return soon, though, as he was present for the team's shootaround Friday morning. Grimes has shifted in and out of the starting lineup recently, and his playing time is largely predicated on the health of Philadelphia's other guards. Grimes, however, has not shot the ball well recently (27.9% over his last five games), despite increased opportunities.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Dominick Barlow (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls. The 76ers have a bug circulating the locker room. Barlow, VJ Edgecombe, and Quentin Grimes are all questionable with illnesses after missing Tuesday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. However, the trio was present at Friday's shootaround, indicating that their returns could be imminent. Barlow has been a surprise starter in Philadelphia's rotation this season, averaging career highs in points (9.1), rebounds (5.6), and assists (1.8) in 26 minutes per game.

Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (hamstring) has landed back on the injury report and is listed as out for Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. Kispert had missed 10 games with a thumb injury but was pulled on Tuesday after just 13 minutes of action on the floor with hamstring tightness. The 26-year-old should be considered day-to-day until we have further clarity on his hamstring. In his absence, expect Justin Champagnie to get more minutes off the bench at forward. Champagnie has grabbed nine or more rebounds in four of his last five games, providing value for those needing rebound production.

Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (knee) will miss a 15th straight game on Friday night against the Washington Wizards. Barrett has been dealing with a right knee sprain that has coincided with a major decline in the Raptors' early season success. With Barrett out, expect Ochai Agbaji to continue to get minutes in the starting lineup. Agbaji has not provided much fantasy value in Barrett's absence and fantasy managers should look at other options regardless of the appealing matchup against the Wizards.

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (elbow) is listed as probable for Friday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Jovic has battled multiple injuries since mid-November and has missed four straight games with this most recent elbow injury. If he doesn't experience any other setbacks prior to tipoff, Jovic should have a good matchup against a struggling Hawks defense. Fantasy managers should temper their expectations, though, given his recent health issues. Jovic's impact may best be found with DFS managers looking for a longshot player with low ownership.

Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Larsson has missed the last five games recovering from a left ankle sprain but returns to a decent matchup against a struggling Hawks defense. Larsson's value on Friday night will depend on whether or not Miami has him in the starting lineup and, if he's not, if he has a minutes restriction. Fantasy managers and DFS managers should keep an eye on this before plugging him into their lineups as his impact will be much greater if he's starting.

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday night's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. Bitadze is dealing with a knee strain that caused him to miss Tuesday's 110-106 win over Portland. The 26-year-old hasn't been a great fantasy option for many as a bench option for Orlando, but could provide value to those in category leagues if they're in need of rebounds if he's able to go. If Bitadze can't suit up, expect Jonathan Isaac and Noah Penda to get extended minutes off the bench.

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks, marking his sixth consecutive absence. Herro has yet to return to game action while recovering from the toe injury, with his next opportunity coming Saturday. With Herro sidelined, Miami's guard usage remains spread across the rotation, while frontcourt minutes have stayed elevated. Kel'el Ware has averaged 17.0 points, 13.4 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks in 26.6 minutes over his last five games and would remain in a larger role if Bam Adebayo (back) is also unavailable.

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks as Miami opens a back-to-back set. His availability across both games remains unclear. If Adebayo is held out, Kel'el Ware would likely absorb the majority of center minutes after averaging 17.0 points, 13.4 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks in 26.6 minutes over his last five games. Jaime Jaquez Jr. has logged 32.9 minutes per game during that span, while Simone Fontecchio's role would remain situational.

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls after missing the team's most recent contest. Edgecombe has yet to return since being sidelined and remains a fluid pregame decision, with Philadelphia also monitoring Quentin Grimes (illness), who is questionable, while Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee) remains out. If Edgecombe is held out again, guard and wing minutes would likely continue to consolidate around Jared McCain, who logged 39 minutes and posted 10 points, nine rebounds, four assists, and two steals last game. Eric Gordon added 12 points in 17 minutes off the bench, while Justin Edwards logged 20 minutes in a secondary wing role.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (ankle) will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Phoenix, marking a second straight absence due to a right ankle sprain. Jones was unavailable in the previous game, keeping New Orleans short on its usual perimeter defense. If Jones is held out again, Bryce McGowens would likely continue starting on the wing after logging 31 minutes with eight points, seven rebounds, three assists, and three steals last time out. Trey Murphy III and Saddiq Bey should continue in their usual roles, leaving McGowens as a fringe option tied primarily to playing time.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (Achilles) will miss Friday's matchup against the Clippers, extending his absence to a fourth straight game. Grant has been sidelined with left Achilles tendonitis and is not expected back until at least Sunday. If he remains out, Portland would likely continue redistributing forward minutes, with Kris Murray (neck) positioned for extended run if cleared. Murray logged 13 points, six rebounds, one assist, and one block in 28 minutes last time out, but his questionable tag keeps the rotation fluid.

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against Chicago, remaining under injury management. Embiid logged 31 minutes in his last appearance, finishing with 27 points, six rebounds, and four assists, though his availability remains fluid. If Embiid sits again, Andre Drummond would likely absorb the bulk of center minutes after posting six points and 12 rebounds in 23 minutes last time out, with Adem Bona picking up limited backup minutes. If Embiid plays, Drummond's role would narrow, keeping frontcourt value tied closely to pregame status.

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (heel) is listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against Milwaukee after not dressing in the previous game. If Coward remains sidelined, Memphis would likely continue spreading wing minutes across a thin rotation. Cam Spencer handled added responsibility last time out, finishing with 11 points and 13 assists in 32 minutes, while Jaylen Wells also logged 32 minutes, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope picked up extra wing run. When active, Coward has typically remained in the starting group, providing a more stable wing presence.

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) is ruled out for Friday's game against Washington, marking a second straight absence after aggravating the issue earlier in the week. If Poeltl remains sidelined, Sandro Mamukelashvili would likely continue starting and capitalizing on an expanded role, averaging 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists over his last five games in 26.4 minutes. Collin Murray-Boyles (illness) is listed as questionable but has seen extended run when available, including an 11-point, 12-rebound showing in 25 minutes, with his role remaining situational. Mamukelashvili carries clearer short-term value, while Murray-Boyles profiles as a fringe fantasy option tied to minutes and availability.

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) will remain out Friday against New Orleans, extending an absence that has already spanned multiple games. Allen's continued unavailability removes a high-minute wing and keeps Phoenix operating with a redistributed backcourt. Collin Gillespie has absorbed added responsibility, averaging 12.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.2 assists across his last five games while logging 31.8 minutes. Royce O'Neale and Jordan Goodwin would likely continue in complementary roles, leaving both as fringe fantasy options if Allen remains sidelined.