NBA Player News

Fernando is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors due to left lower back spasms.

Fernando isn't typically in the rotation and has averaged 7.2 minutes across five appearances in January. His potential absence shouldn't have an impact on fantasy.

Sims is in the starting lineup in Tuesday's game versus Brooklyn.

Sims will replace Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) in the starting five Tuesday. Sims is averaging 3.6 points and 2.8 rebounds in 15.4 minutes across his last five starting appearances.

Bol (foot) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Mavericks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Bol's absence streak will extend to six games Wednesday while dealing with right foot soreness. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Indiana.

Hartenstein (Achilles) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Nets, Ian Begley of SportsNet New York reports.

Hartenstein will miss Tuesday's contest after being downgraded from questionable to out with a left Achilles injury he suffered against Toronto. Jericho Sims and Precious Achiuwa will likely receive increased playing time in Hartenstein's absence. Hartenstein's next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with Denver.

Jackson (concussion) has been cleared to play Tuesday against Denver, Tony East of SI.com reports.

Jackson returns from a two-game absence after suffering a concussion. The bouncy big man has seen volatile playing time of late, and Tuesday will mark his first time sharing the court with recent addition Pascal Siakam.

Richards (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.

Richards is in danger of missing his fourth consecutive game Wednesday while dealing with a right ankle sprain. P.J. Washington will likely continue to start at center if Richards is ruled out.

Sharpe (knee) said Tuesday that he's ramping up his conditioning work and weightlifting, but he's without a timeline for returning to game action, Lucas Kaplan of NetsDaily.com reports.

Sharpe hyperextended his left knee on Jan. 7 and has been sidelined ever since. The 22-year-old was logging a career-high 16.0 minutes per game across 37 appearances for Brooklyn prior to the injury, producing 7.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.9 blocks per game.

Sarr has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers with a right hip flexor strain.

Sarr hasn't seen any game action over the Thunder's last two contests, but he may have sustained the injury while suiting up for the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Sunday. Despite starting for the Blue, Sarr was lifted after playing just eight minutes in the team's 128-105 win over the Mexico City Capitanes. Sarr is now back with the NBA club and looks set to be evaluated on a game-by-game basis until the Thunder provide further updates on his condition.

Porter provided zero points (0-2 FG), two rebounds and one block over six minutes during Monday's 108-100 loss to Memphis.

Porter was poked in the eye during Monday's game and was cleared to return, according to Kayla Grey of TSN, but the Raptors decided to roll with small-ball lineups for most of the game. Porter should be set to reprise his role as the starting center Friday against the Clippers, though Jakob Poeltl (ankle) is nearing a return.

Wagner posted 15 points (4-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), four rebounds and one assist across 18 minutes during Monday's 126-99 loss to Cleveland.

With Wendell Carter recently moving into the starting lineup, Wagner appears to be the preferred center off the bench at the expense of Goga Bitadze. Whether or not this is a permanent change remains to be seen, but Wagner certainly made a strong case Monday evening.