

Justin Turpin of WEEI.comreports that Boston Celtics forwardJayson Tatum(shoulder) won't play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. The superstar forward is dealing with a right shoulder impingement that he picked up on Sunday against the Nuggets and he has still nearly posted a triple-double in the contest. While Tatum is on the shelf,Sam HauserandAl Horfordfigure to see increased minutes in the rotation. Horford is the much better fantasy option between the two forwards.


Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (hip) is available on Wednesday against Portland. He appeared on the injury report because of left hip flexor tightness after scoring 11 points in Sunday's win over the Denver Nuggets. But the 27-year-old was listed as probable, so fantasy managers had a feeling he'd be out there. With Jayson Tatum (shoulder), Kristaps Porzingis (illness), and Jrue Holiday (finger) all sidelined, Pritchard will likely enter the starting lineup. However, even if he doesn't start, he should be more productive than usual, making him a must-start in any fantasy setup.


Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (back) is available for Tuesday's game against Portland. He was listed as probable on the injury report heading into this contest after going for 17 points in Sunday's win over the Denver Nuggets. But the low back contusion won't be enough to keep him off the floor. With Jayson Tatum (shoulder), Kristaps Porzingis (illness), and Jrue Holiday (finger) all sidelined versus the Trail Blazers, White should see more than his share of looks at the basket. The same should be true for Payton Pritchard (hip) and Jaylen Brown (illness), who are both cleared to suit up.


Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (back) has been cleared to play against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. The talented sniper has missed a couple of games due to back soreness. Joe is averaging 9.4 points in his fifth NBA season, shooting 40 percent from downtown. The Grizzlies give up the fifth-most three-point attempts in the league, making this an attractive matchup for Joe.


Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (ankle) will not feature in Wednesday's clash against the Memphis Grizzlies. He sprained his left ankle on Monday in a game against the Houston Rockets and will be sidelined for already the 24th time this season. Fortunately for the Thunder, Isaiah Joe (back) is ready to return from a two-game absence. Aaron Wiggins (thumb) may also help cover some of Caruso's minutes if he is cleared for action. The team has listed Wiggins as questionable.
