
Charlotte Hornets forward Davis Bertans (knee) has been listed as doubtful on Friday due to hyperextending his left knee. The 31-year-old was starting to consistently get on the court again after being traded to Charlotte, but could only play six minutes in their last contest. Bertans hasn't been able to recreate his big year in 2019-20 and has bounced around to four different teams since that season. He's still buried on the depth chart in Charlotte, so his injury shouldn't shake up the rotation that much against the Golden State Warriors. If anything, Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges will likely get some added time.


Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) remains questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers. The 27-year-old missed Cleveland's first game back from the All-Star break and is in question again for their matchup in Philadelphia. If Mitchell remains out, it's likely Isaac Okoro will start once more, with Darius Garland and Caris LeVert expected to shoulder an increased workload. Mitchell's absence would leave a notable void as he averages 28.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game this season.


Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will miss his 13th consecutive game on Friday as the team has ruled him out again due to tendinopathy in his right ankle. The up-and-coming point guard hasn't been able to shed the ankle issues this season and consistently remain on the court. He's only appeared in 22 games so far and the Hornets look like they'll be headed to the draft lottery yet again. Ball's injury concerns will be a major issue in their rebuild process and fantasy managers will want to keep tabs on any updates throughout the season. For now, newly acquired Tre Mann should continue to play with the starting five alongside Brandon Miller and Cody Martin.


New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (illness) is officially listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against the Heat. The 26-year-old sat out Thursday's game against the Rockets due to illness and may miss his second consecutive game. In his absence on Thursday, Trey Murphy III started and is likely to do so again if Ingram remains sidelined. Ingram, averaging 21.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.8 assists in 33.4 minutes per game this season, is a key player for the Pelicans.


Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) has been ruled out of the Saturday matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He hasn't been able to play in either one of the last two games for the Magic and he'll miss a third as he's being held out for injury maintenance reasons on his left knee. Fultz has only appeared in 21 games so far this year which is unfortunate after it seemed like he turned a corner last season when he was able to play in 60 games. With health factoring in, the 25-year-old seems to be falling out of favor in Orlando, so fantasy managers are better off looking elsewhere for the long term. As he's sidelined, Gary Harris, Jalen Suggs, and Anthony Black should continue to see most of the opportunities in the backcourt.
