Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) will play on Thursday against the Lakers. The multi-time All-Star isn't a stranger to the league's official injury report, and he was back on it for this contest because of his ailing calf. However, he hasn't missed a game since before the All-Star break, so that trend will continue on Thursday evening. Antetokounmpo has had a stellar 2024-25 campaign, averaging 30.7 points, 12.1 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks. Although The Freak has shot just 18.6% from behind the arc, he's a must-start in any fantasy setup.

According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) won't return to the floor for Thursday's matchup with the Golden State Warriors. Sabonis will be sidelined for the sixth straight game due to a left-hamstring strain. Despite carrying the unavailable tag for Thursday's contest, the big man went through a full practice on Wednesday, meaning he will return soon. Fantasy managers should be satisfied with the news of Sabonis potentially coming back earlier than initially thought since he was ruled out indefinitely just a week ago with a Grade 1 hamstring strain.

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is listed as probable ahead of Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Murray has been a regular on the injury report, but he has only missed one game over the last two months. He is currently dealing with left knee inflammation, but it doesn't appear to be something that is going to slow him down. Murray has been a bit sluggish in the scoring department lately with 20 points or more in three or his last four games. Despite that, Murray is a must-start in all fantasy formats when healthy.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (elbow, ankle) is listed as probable ahead of Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The big man has been dealing with multiple nagging injuries, but Jokic has continued to play through the issues. It doesn't seem to be impacting him on the court considering he's averaging nearly 30 points and 15 rebounds over his last five games. The three-time MVP is nearly unstoppable when he's on the court and isn't going to let a few minor injuries hold him back.

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) has been upgraded to available ahead of Thursday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Kuminga is available to play after missing the last 31 games due to a right ankle sprain. That being said, Kuminga is going to be eased back into action after a two-month absence. Head coach Steve Kerr didn't say exactly how limited Kuminga would be on Thursday, but it'll likely be short stints during his first game back. Gui Santos figures to lose streaming appeal especially once Kuminga is back up to full speed.