Brooklyn Nets

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (leg) is questionable heading into Monday's game versus Memphis. The former 76er was injured on Saturday versus Minnesota, so he was ruled out before the end of the contest. There was some confusion regarding the exact nature of the ailment, with some assuming he was dealing with a left knee injury. However, interim head coach Kevin Ollie set the record straight, reporting Simmons is dealing with general leg soreness. There aren't any plans for him to undergo an MRI at this time, and he's also expected to remain with the Nets for the remainder of the road trip. But with Simmons' extensive injury history, the team won't take any chances if he's not fully healthy. If he's not active, Dennis Schroder and Dennis Smith Jr. would presumably split time at the one.

Brooklyn Nets utility man Ben Simmons (leg) won't return to Saturday's meeting with the Timberwolves. The former Sixer was ruled out with left leg soreness, although it's not known how or when he picked up the injury. He'll finish the game with eight boards, six assists, four points, and three steals, and he'll likely carry an injury designation heading into Monday's matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies. Without Simmons on the floor, guys like Lonnie Walker IV and Dennis Schroder could see more action.

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) is available ahead of Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Melton has been sidelined since January 12, but will make his return to the court here. The expectation is that Melton is going to be under a minutes restriction during his first game back. He won't be worth looking at as a possible streaming option until he gets back up to full speed.

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) won't play on Thursday versus the Knicks. However, the 25-year-old will return to the court on Friday against the Cavaliers. Melton has been sidelined for over a month because of a back issue, so there's a good chance he'll be limited in his first game back. With Kyle Lowry also recently signing with the team, fantasy managers may want to consider other options before adding Melton to the starting lineup, at least until it's clear what his role will be with a reconfigured roster.

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) is out for Thursday's game against the New York Knicks. The Sixers ruled out Melton on Wednesday evening, but the 25-year-old guard put in a full practice and will aim to return on Friday versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. Kelly Oubre Jr. should remain rostered in fantasy basketball, but he'll take on a Knicks squad that's surrendering the third-fewest points per game (109.9) in the NBA during the 2023-24 campaign.