Oklahoma City Thunder

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) was originally listed as questionable, but he has since been downgraded to out, according to head coach Tom Thibodeau. The 25-year-old played in each of the team's last three games while clocking 26 minutes on the court during their game on Monday. Jalen Brunson (neck) was also ruled out before tipoff, so the team will be without another starter in their game against the New Orleans Pelicans. In his place, Jericho Sims will likely take over the starting center role, while Precious Achiuwa should see some added minutes in small-ball situations. That means Bojan Bogdanovic would come in at the 4 in those situations as well.

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. After sidelining him for the final three pre-All-Star break outings, left Achilles tendinopathy could cost Hartenstein Tuesday's action. Look for the Knicks to reveal the 25-year-old big man's status closer to tip-off. Jericho Sims would likely make a spot start down low if Hartenstein is out for a clash between two of the NBA's top-10 defenses.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren made history in Sunday's win over Houston, becoming the first rookie in NBA history to register 150-plus blocks and 100-plus three-point makes. He hit the milestone with three blocks and a 5-for-8 effort from deep against the Rockets. Holmgren made his presence felt all over the court at Toyota Center and added 29 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, and one steal to his stat line. He finished 11-for-16 overall from the field. The uniquely skilled big man was well worth the wait for the Thunder, and Holmgren looks set to be a fantasy darling for years to come.

New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) will play on Thursday against the 76ers. The updates were positive over the last few days, so most had assumed Hartenstein would be back on the floor. However, head coach Tom Thibodeau indicated the 25-year-old would be under a "minutes guideline," meaning his fantasy ceiling could be significantly lower for at least a few games. It also means Precious Achiuwa, averaging 13.9 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in nine starts this season, is still worth considering for all fantasy lineups.

New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) practiced on Wednesday. He's been out with Achilles soreness, although head coach Tom Thibodeau stated he's "on track" to suit up for Thursday's meeting in Philadelphia. Thibodeau also reported that Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) and Donte DiVincenzo (hamstring) also participated in Wednesday's session, with both men trending in a favorable direction. Nonetheless, Hartenstein should be classified as questionable for the matchup versus the 76ers. With this in mind, his return could mean less work for Precious Achiuwa, who's averaged 13.9 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in nine starts this season. Achiuwa has also logged 40.6 minutes in his appearances with the first five, so Hartenstein's potential return will undoubtedly lower his fantasy ceiling.