

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus OKC. He injured his ankle and exited Saturday's loss to the Houston Rockets and didn't return, so most had already planned to be without him. Although X-rays were negative, fantasy managers should expect the 27-year-old to miss at least a few games. Luckily for Phoenix, Bradley Beal (hamstring) and Jusuf Nurkic (neck) are both expected to suit up on Sunday night, which certainly helps lessen the blow caused by Booker's absence. But it should also mean additional scoring opportunities for Eric Gordon, who has averaged 15.6 points when Booker isn't in the lineup this season.


Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (neck) is listed as probable ahead of Sunday night's showdown with OKC. The Suns recently listed their official injury designations, and Nurkic is on the report because of neck spasms. Fortunately, it doesn't appear it will be enough to keep the 29-year-old off the court. However, things happen, so Bol Bol and Drew Eubanks could get more minutes if Nurkic suffers a setback before opening tip.


Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) is unlikely to return for Monday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has practiced lately, albeit in a limited capacity. However, the veteran isn't ready, although there have been reports indicating things are moving in a positive direction. Middleton hasn't played in nearly a month, and it's unknown when he'll be back in the lineup. But until the 32-year-old returns, Jae Crowder, averaging 5.4 points and 4.1 rebounds in 14 starts this season, should continue to fill the void. With that in mind, Crowder isn't an appealing option in any format.

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (knee) remains out for Sunday's game in Boston. He'll now miss a second consecutive contest. But considering he had a questionable tag, it suggests he could be back when the Warriors meet the Bucks on Wednesday night. Nonetheless, with Andrew Wiggins (personal) also out, Klay Thompson, who had 14 points, six boards, and three steals in 30 minutes on Friday night against the Toronto Raptors, could remain in the starting lineup. Moses Moody should also remain more involved than usual and is worth streaming in 12-team leagues and up.


Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) is expected to face the Celtics on Sunday. The 35-year-old logged at least 30 minutes in each game of the Warriors' current road trip, so many had assumed he'd sit this one out. However, barring a setback during warmups, he'll be out there. While Curry's presumed availability should mean less work for Chris Paul, the former Sun could remain involved, considering Brandin Podziemski (knee) is out
