Indiana Pacers forward Bruce Brown (knee) returned from a five-game absence on Wednesday but is back on the injury report due to a bone bruise on his right knee. Brown has been consistently healthy over the last two seasons, so these issues have come as a bit of a surprise. The bone bruise may not be severe enough to force him to miss Friday's game, so fantasy managers will want to check back after shootaround for any updates. If he doesn't suit up though, Bennedict Mathurin and Obi Toppin would likely see some more minutes while Andrew Nembhard (questionable - back) could start if he is upgraded to active.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (knee) is listed as doubtful ahead of Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The big man continues to miss time, but is traveling with the team. However, the Blazers haven't given a timetable on Ayton's return. Given the current record of the team, it doesn't sound like the Blazers are in a rush to get Ayton back on the court. Duop Reath should continue to start at center and have streaming appeal until Ayton finally returns.

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (back) has been added to the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Siakam is an extremely late addition to the injury report due to back spasms. This is odd timing given the recent trade rumors surrounding the star forward. Nonetheless, Chris Boucher figures to move into the starting five if Siakam is unable to play. He'd be worth a look as a possible streaming option if given extended playing time. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update closer to tip-off.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (leg) has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. This is good news after Williamson missed their last game due to a right leg contusion. The expectation is that he'll play his normal role in the rotation, so fantasy managers can get Williamson back in their lineups. His return will shift Trey Murphy III back to the bench where his streaming value will take a hit.

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) is set to miss his fourth straight game on Wednesday. Head coach Ime Udoka mentioned that the team is giving Eason time to rest and recover, so he could miss the next week or two. That means, Eason could be looking at another four missed games over the next week. The Rockets are banged up at the forward spot right now. That means, Jae'Sean Tate should continue to see big minutes, but he hasn't really been producing. That being said, Tate won't be anything more than a deep league option for the moment.