Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (ankle) is considered questionable against the Houston Rockets on Friday. He's already missed 11 consecutive games due to the left ankle sprain and could end up missing a 12th. The 28-year-old hasn't played since January 7 when he registered a double-double in a win over the Golden State Warriors. Poeltl has only played a few games since the team traded away OG Anunoby and hasn't played at all since Pascal Siakam was moved. His value could improve when he gets back on the court. In the meantime, if he can't return on Friday, Thaddeus Young should continue to play with the starting five in his place.

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (knee) is still dealing with some swelling in his knee and is in danger of missing a third consecutive game. He's officially listed as questionable ahead of their Friday night contest against the Houston Rockets. Barrett has experienced some renewed fantasy relevance ever since getting traded to Toronto. In his short time with the Raptors, he's averaging 21.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.4 made threes, and 1.8 turnovers per game. If he's able to play, he should jump right back into the starting role. On the other hand, if he's unable to suit up, Gary Trent Jr. should remain in the starting lineup while Bruce Brown gets some more usage as well.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (foot) has been marked as questionable on the team's injury report leading up to their Friday night game against the San Antonio Spurs. Williamson was unable to play in their last game with the same left foot bone contusion and is now in danger of missing his second consecutive contest. The 23-year-old hasn't been forced to miss back-to-back games all season, which has been a refreshing trend after his injury-plagued start to his NBA career. If he's unable to suit up in this one, Trey Murphy III would likely move into the starting five again unless Herbert Jones (adductor) can play. Larry Nance Jr. (ankle) could also receive some extra minutes if he's cleared, otherwise there'd be some more Dyson Daniels and Naji Marshall minutes.

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is considered doubtful for the team's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday. The star guard has been dealing with ankle issues all season and he'll now miss his fourth consecutive game due to right ankle tendinopathy. This is going to be his 25th missed game of the season, so he won't be eligible for any regular season awards. In terms of finding a streaming option, the Hornets have been going with a roulette of guards to throw into the starting lineup in Ball's place. Ish Smith and Bryce McGowens have each received one game of starting point guard duties while P.J. Washington was thrown into the mix to create a big starting five. All three should receive more minutes while Washington is likely the best bet if any fantasy managers are desperately in need of a replacement.

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (illness) has received a questionable tag on Friday as he continues to deal with a non-COVID illness that kept him from playing against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. Poole hasn't been able to post the type of numbers that everyone expected this season, but he remains the team's starting two-guard. The 24-year-old is averaging 16.5 points, 3.4 assists, 2.2 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.2 turnovers per game while shooting 41.4% from the floor and 31.2% from three. At this rate, he hasn't been the most helpful fantasy player, so fantasy managers will want to have a backup plan ready and check back ahead of tipoff to see if he sheds the questionable status.