Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) is expected to suit up for Saturday's game against Atlanta. The multi-time MVP remains on the injury report because of left hamstring tendinopathy. While the ailment cost him a few games, he's been available for Milwaukee's previous four contests, most recently logging 39 minutes in the loss to the Pelicans on Friday. He played well in that one, scoring a game-high 35 points and 14 rebounds, meaning the injury shouldn't discourage DFS managers from getting him in their lineups.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (oblique) is out on Saturday against the Celtics. This will be his second consecutive absence because of a strained oblique. Alvarado has taken a step back from a production standpoint since last season, averaging 6.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals. He's also had issues staying on the floor due to various ailments. With that said, CJ McCollum will handle most of the work at the one spot versus Boston, with Jordan Hawkins picking up a few minutes in relief. However, Hawkins scored only two points in 15 minutes in Thursday's win over the Bucks, so he'll be hard to trust for fantasy purposes.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ribs) will play against Denver on Friday. He has been upgraded from questionable to available as the French pivot continues to play through a left rib sprain. The injury hasn't really affected Gobert, who continues to be a walking double-double and an intimidating defensive presence under the rim. He will have a big role to play in slowing down Nikola Jokic on Friday, and Gobert's offensive efforts might suffer because of it. He posted only four points in his only previous matchup against the Nuggets this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (back) has received the all-clear to play on Friday against Denver. He was initially listed as questionable for the game with lower back spasms. Edwards disappointed fantasy managers with a nine-point outing last time out against the Pistons, but he generally recovers well from tough nights, and a chance to take down the reigning champs should also add to Edwards's desire to bounce back on Friday. Minnesota's rising star has registered 27.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in two prior meetings with the Nuggets this term.

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Keldon Johnson (knee) will return from a one-game absence on Friday versus the Knicks. He's recovered from right knee soreness to take up his usual role as San Antonio's top guy off the pine. Despite the bench role, Johnson plays a significant role for the Spurs and has had a solid campaign with averages of 15.8 points and 5.5 rebounds. However, he struggled in this season's first meeting with the Knicks, producing only nine points in 33 minutes. It wasn't surprising to see, as the New York squad is allowing the second-fewest bench points in the league this season.

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (elbow) will take the court against the Miami Heat. He sat out of the previous four games due to left elbow tendinitis but will return to the starting lineup for Friday's contest. While there are no reports of any limitations to his playing time, Ayton can usually be counted on for strong production, as he has averaged over 15 points and more than 11 rebounds this season. Duop Reath has been filling in but will return to a backup role.

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (illness) is available for Friday's game versus the Nets. Dosunmu has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite suffering from a non-COVID illness. The 23-year-old guard is averaging 18.4 points, 4.9 assists, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 36.9 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Portland Trail Blazers guard/forward Matisse Thybulle (ankle) will be available for Friday's battle with the Heat. He's gotten rid of a questionable tag and will end a five-game absence on Friday. Thybulle averages 23.1 minutes per game for the season but could get a few extra shifts on Friday due to the absences of Jerami Grant (hamstring) and Toumani Camara (ribs). However, he's offensively very limited and has fantasy value only as a defensive contributor.

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (ankle) is available to play in Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Suns will get their starting center back after he missed one game due to an ankle sprain. He will have an interesting matchup going against Thunder center Chet Holmgren. Fantasy managers will want to make sure they have Nurkic back in their lineup, as he is averaging a double-double on the season (11.3 PPG and 11 RPB). Drew Eubanks filled in for Nurkic last game but will return to a reserve role on Friday.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (hamstring) will miss a 10th consecutive game on Friday versus Miami. The team has once again downgraded him to out after initially listing him as doubtful on the injury report with a right hamstring strain. With Toumani Camara (ribs) also absent on Friday, we should see a lot of Kris Murray and Jabari Walker. The young forwards tend to blow hot and cold and will be in a tricky matchup on Friday against a good defensive team, so fantasy managers should look at other options.

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) won't return to the lineup on Friday against Minnesota. After the team initially listed him as questionable for the contest, there was hope that Murray would be ready to jump back into action, but Nuggets head coach Michael Malone has now confirmed that Denver's star guard will sit out a fourth consecutive game. This means Reggie Jackson will carry extra fantasy value for at least one more game. He's averaged 16.3 points and 5.3 assists in the last three games as Murray's replacement in the starting unit.

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (ankle) is available for Friday's game with the Brooklyn Nets. The 30-year-old has played in 14 consecutive contests and averaged 10.9 points, 4.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 2.1 steals in 31.1 minutes during that time. The 30-year-old has also registered double-scoring figures in six out of his last seven outings. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Caruso, as he could be helpful in fantasy play for the remainder of the regular season.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Caris LeVert (wrist) won't be in the lineup on Friday versus Philadelphia. The team has downgraded LeVert from questionable to out as the 29-year-old battles a sore right wrist. LeVert has struggled badly in the most recent games and having some time off could even be good for him. Donovan Mitchell (nose) will be back on Friday, which will lessen the impact of LeVert's absence. Isaac Okoro and Sam Merrill could play bigger roles off the bench without LeVert, especially with Craig Porter Jr. (illness) also unavailable on Friday.

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (ankle) has been upgraded from probable to available for Friday's matchup against Philadelphia. He has a chance to register a third consecutive double-double on Friday, although Garland will have to get used to sharing the ball with Donovan Mitchell, who's back in the lineup. Cleveland's point guard has seen plenty of success in previous meetings with the 76ers this season, averaging 24.3 points, 8.7, and 2.0 steals.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (nose) will return to the court on Friday against Philadelphia, ending a six-game absence. This will be only his third appearance of the month, as the Cavaliers superstar has had some awful luck with injuries. Mitchell's return pushes Isaac Okoro back to the second unit, which will be a big blow to his fantasy appeal. The Sixers had massive struggles containing Mitchell in the last head-to-head clash, giving up 36 points.

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (knee) is good to go for Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. Ivey was a late addition to the injury report, with soreness in his left knee on Wednesday, and he didn't play against Minnesota. Cade Cunningham (knee) will be available to help out Detroit's depleted backcourt. Malachi Flynn could be in line to see some more minutes during the contest also.

Miami Heat guard/forward Caleb Martin (ankle) will be a game-time decision on Friday versus Portland. He plans to go through the pregame warmup before deciding if he can play through right ankle discomfort, which has troubled him lately. Martin hasn't missed any action since Jan. 10. He's struggled with his shot this month but has still averaged a solid 10.7 points with 4.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (quadriceps) will miss a second consecutive contest on Friday versus Phoenix. He's been downgraded from doubtful to out, and the team considers Gilgeous-Alexander day-to-day. Cason Wallace picked up his 10th start of the season when Gilgeous-Alexander dropped out of the lineup on Wednesday versus Houston. The rookie had a quiet outing in the role, with Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins playing much better off the bench. Gilgeous-Alexander's absence also boosts the fantasy value of Josh Giddey, who had one of the best performances of the season against the Rockets with 31 points, seven rebounds, and four assists.

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is good to go for Friday's tilt versus the Washington Wizards after being listed as questionable because of left knee injury management. The 22-year-old returned on Wednesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves after missing the previous two contests because of the same injury. Cunningham registered 29 minutes and scored 32 points in the game. Detroit may be cautious with the young guard as the team has been eliminated from playoff contention.

Miami Heat forward/center Kevin Love (heel) will end a month-long absence on Friday against the Trail Blazers. The Heat big man injured his right heel in a game against Portland on Feb. 27 and has been out for 14 contests. Love's return is set to push Thomas Bryant out of the rotation, with Nikola Jovic and Haywood Highsmith also in danger of losing minutes. The former All-Star has averaged 9.0 points and 6.2 rebounds in 17.5 minutes during his 16th NBA campaign.