

Toronto Raptors power forward Chris Boucher (illness) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Dallas. The two-time NBA champion is trying to shake off an illness. However, even if Boucher's available to play, it's not guaranteed he will see any action. Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has used him very sparingly, and the addition of Kelly Olynyk has further complicated his life in Toronto.


Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (wrist) is considered day-to-day after sustaining a wrist injury. The 25-year-old incurred the injury during Portland's game on Tuesday against the Heat, with subsequent X-rays yielding negative results. The Trail Blazers' upcoming match is scheduled for Friday in Memphis against the Grizzlies. In the event Ayton is sidelined, Duop Reath is anticipated to assume a larger role and likely start in his place. Ayton maintains season averages of 14.3 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 31.6 minutes per game.


Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Memphis. After making an early exit Tuesday versus San Antonio with a hamstring issue, he sits out the action with a sprained left knee. The Timberwolves frontcourt gets Karl-Anthony Towns (personal) back on Wednesday but could also be without Rudy Gobert (ankle). It's a sign for fantasy managers to hop on the Naz Reid train. Reid had one of his best offensive games of the season on Tuesday with a 22-point effort and added six rebounds to his line with plenty of defensive stats.


Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (illness) is officially listed as questionable for the Magic's game Thursday against the Jazz. The 21-year-old missed the team's game on Tuesday due to illness and is at risk of sitting out his third consecutive game on Thursday. Should Banchero be sidelined once more, Caleb Houston would likely step into the starting lineup again. Banchero boasts averages of 22.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists in 34.8 minutes per game this season.


Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) is officially listed as out for the Bucks' game on Thursday against the Hornets. The 32-year-old has been sidelined since February 6th due to his ankle injury, but signs indicate he is nearing a return. In Middleton's absence, Jae Crowder is expected to maintain his starting role, while Pat Connaughton is likely to see an increased role off the bench. Middleton, averaging 14.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists in 26.3 minutes per game this season, is a significant absence for the Bucks.
