Southern University could announce a new head football coach as soon as Dec. 1. It could be Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk.
Jets Top Defense Prospect To Make NHL Debut vs. Capitals Wednesday
The Winnipeg Jets announced Tuesday that they have recalled defenceman Elias Salomonsson from the AHL’s Manitoba Moose. The 21-year-old is set to make his NHL debut on Wednesday when the Jets begin their road trip against the Washington Capitals.
SALO TIME ✈️
— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) November 26, 2025
Elias Salomonsson will make his @NHL debut tonight in Washington!@Wawanesa | #GoJetsGopic.twitter.com/1KND89gfNh
The move follows the recent injury to Neal Pionk, who is not expected to be available for the start of the trip. With Pionk sidelined, head coach Scott Arniel is turning to youth and plans to place Salomonsson on the second pairing with Dylan Samberg. Colin Miller will also enter the lineup, while veteran Luke Schenn is expected to serve as the extra defenceman.
Winnipeg drafted Salomonsson in the second round, 55th overall, in 2022 and so far this season has six assists in 17 games with the Moose. The Skellefteå, Sweden native has totaled 33 points across 70 career AHL games.
Major Lineup Shakeup, NHL Debut Highlight Jets’ Showdown in WashingtonJets shuffle lines, debut a defenseman, and face a potent Capitals squad fighting for playoff positioning.He represented the Moose at the 2025 AHL All Star Classic, becoming only the second rookie defenceman in franchise history to do so, and was named both Best Defenceman and Rookie of the Year for the 2024–25 season.
The Jets and Capitals will meet for the 102nd time on Wednesday. Washington holds the advantage in the all time series with a record of 56-29-5-11. Winnipeg has won three of the past four meetings but will attempt to continue that momentum without league MVP Connor Hellebuyck, who has been a key factor in those recent victories.
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Where The Vancouver Canucks Rank On CNBC's 2025 NHL Team Valuation List
With 2025 slowly coming to a close, CNBC has released the valuations of all 32 NHL teams. Unsurprisingly, the Toronto Maple Leafs sit atop the list and are the only NHL team above $ 4 billion (4.3). As for the Vancouver Canucks, they rank 12th and have a year-over-year change in valuation of 13%.
According to CNBC's list, the Canucks are valued at $2.2 billion. CNBC also notes that Vancouver's revenue for 2025 is $234 million. Lastly, the Canucks have an EBITDA of $42 million, which stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization.
CNBC 2025 Valuations List:
Note: All valuation figures are in U.S. dollars and are based on a one-year average exchange rate, from June 2024 to June 2025, of CA$1 = US$0.72.
1. Toronto Maple Leafs $4.3B
2. New York Rangers $3.8B
3. Montreal Canadiens $3.4B
4. Los Angeles Kings $3.15B
5. Edmonton Oilers $3.1B
6. Boston Bruins $3.05B
7. Chicago Blackhawks $2.75B
8. Philadelphia Flyers $2.6B
9. Washington Capitals $2.5B
10. Detroit Red Wings $2.47B
11. New Jersey Devils $2.45B
12. Vancouver Canucks $2.2B
13. Vegas Golden Knights $2.1B
14. Dallas Stars $2.05B
15. Carolina Hurricanes $2B
16. Tampa Bay Lightning $1.95B
17. Calgary Flames $1.93B
18. Minnesota Wild $1.9B
19. Colorado Avalanche $1.85B
20. New York Islanders $1.82B
21. Seattle Kraken $1.77B
22. Pittsburgh Penguins $1.76B
23. Florida Panthers $1.75B
24. Nashville Predators $1.65B
25. St. Louis Blues $1.62B
26. Anaheim Ducks $1.61B
27. Utah Mammoth $1.6B
28. San Jose Sharks $1.55B
29. Winnipeg Jets $1.46B
30. Ottawa Senators $1.44B
31. Buffalo Sabres $1.42B
32. Columbus Blue Jackets $1.4B
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Oklahoma JUCO basketball player dies after suffering injury in game
Ethan Dietz, a sophomore forward at Connors State College in eastern Oklahoma, died on Nov. 25 after he was injured in a game on Nov. 22.
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Game No. 22 Preview: Flyers vs. Panthers
The Philadelphia Flyers didn’t get much time to dwell on Monday’s frustrating shutout in Tampa—and maybe that’s for the best.
They’re staying in South Florida to face a Panthers team that punishes even the slightest hesitation, and the lineup adjustments heading into Wednesday’s game make Philadelphia’s priorities crystal clear: spark the offense, reinforce the back end, and give Dan Vladar another full opportunity to solidify the crease picture.
Vladar Back in Net
The Flyers have been granting Vladar the heavier workload over the past couple of weeks, and his recent results—steady, composed, increasingly confident—have earned the trust.
Against Florida, he’ll need to be sharp early. The Panthers roll four lines that attack aggressively off the rush, and even without Sasha Barkov or Matthew Tkachuk, the speed and forechecking pressure remain disruptive. Vladar’s poise under traffic and ability to handle second-chance chaos will matter… a lot.
Grebenkin Returns to Reignite the Offense
After being held without a goal in Tampa, Philadelphia is clearly prioritizing creativity and puck touch in the bottom six, which has manifested in Nikita Grebenkin drawing back into the lineup, replacing Nic Deslauriers.
This shouldn't be a surprise. Deslauriers brings physicality, but the Flyers simply couldn’t generate enough sustained offense on Monday to justify sticking with a more grind-heavy fourth line. Grebenkin gives them hands, forechecking finesse, and an ability to extend shifts with skill rather than collisions. Not to mention, it will give Grebenkin valuable ice time to continue proving himself with the big club—something he's been missing out on in recent weeks.
GRAB THAT PUCK 😄
— NHL (@NHL) November 5, 2025
Nikita Grebenkin has his first NHL goal! pic.twitter.com/R6kjrXjPKC
That Grebenkin is back while Deslauriers sits hints at the broader mandate: the Flyers need playmaking tonight, not energy for energy’s sake.
And on a road trip where scoring has been inconsistent, Grebenkin’s reintroduction carries some urgency—especially since the Panthers’ structure doesn’t give up much unless you force open the seams.
Juulsen Reinforces the Blue Line as Zamula Comes Out
The other lineup change is on defense: Egor Zamula out, Noah Juulsen in.
This one has a little more nuance.
The Panthers forecheck aggressively and hit hard. They aren’t Tampa’s brand of structured suffocation; they’re confrontational and physical, especially deep in the zone. Juulsen’s game—sturdy, simple, and punishing—fits this matchup better than Zamula’s approach.
'Everyone’s Bringing the Intensity': Tocchet, Flyers Committed to Avoiding ComplacencyThe <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers">Philadelphia Flyers</a> were battling hard in practice on Monday.
Juulsen gives the Flyers a counterpunch physically, but more importantly, a stabilizing presence for Nick Seeler. Their pairing is straightforward, defensive-minded, and built to handle the kind of grind-it-out shifts Florida forces.
In short: Juulsen replaces Deslauriers’ physical edge, but does so in a place where it actually helps neutralize Florida’s strengths.
Offense Must Be Sharper—and Faster—Than in Tampa
The Flyers didn’t just get shut out by Tampa Bay; they got stuck. Slow to second pucks, disconnected between forwards and defense, and too often pushed to the perimeter.
The Panthers are not a team that lets you play your way into the game. You have to set your rhythm early.
Philadelphia’s projected forward groups—particularly the top nine—appear designed to combat that:
Michkov – Couturier – Brink
An intelligence-first line, heavy on puck retrieval and east–west vision. Michkov has looked more confident and more assertive with each passing game, and his playmaking could be crucial to loosening Florida’s defensive posture.
Foerster – Cates – Konecny
A line with balance: forechecking, scoring touch, and a high motor on every shift. Foerster’s return has fundamentally changed Philadelphia’s transition game; he stabilizes possessions and gives them a reliable zone-entry threat.
Zegras – Dvorak – Tippett
The team’s current most explosive trio returns intact. Even in the Tampa loss, this line created forward momentum. Zegras is distributing well, Dvorak remains unbelievably effective, and Tippett continues generating high-danger chances, even when he doesn’t bury them.
If the Flyers score early—and they will need to in order to give them a spark they can sustain throughout this game—it’s likely coming from somewhere in this group.
Florida’s Lineup Still Hits Hard Despite Injuries
Even with a thinner lineup due to injuries, Florida is a handful.
Brad Marchand is still Brad Marchand. Sam Reinhart is still one of the smartest offensive players in the NHL. Carter Verhaeghe’s release is lethal from anywhere inside the blue line.
The Flyers don’t need perfection, but they need pace—and a commitment to winning small battles that they lost in Tampa.
Projected Lineups
Philadelphia Flyers
Forwards:
Matvei Michkov – Sean Couturier – Bobby Brink
Tyson Foerster – Noah Cates – Travis Konecny
Trevor Zegras – Christian Dvorak – Owen Tippett
Nikita Grebenkin – Rodrigo Abols – Garnet Hathaway
Defense:
Cam York – Travis Sanheim
Emil Andrae – Jamie Drysdale
Nick Seeler – Noah Juulsen
Goalies:
Dan Vladar
Sam Ersson
Florida Panthers
Forwards:
Mackie Samoskevich – Anton Lundell – Brad Marchand
Jesper Boqvist – Evan Rodrigues – Sam Reinhart
Carter Verhaeghe – Sam Bennett – A.J. Greer
Noah Gregor – Luke Kunin – Jack Devine
Defense:
Gustav Forsling – Aaron Ekblad
Niko Mikkola – Seth Jones
Uvis Balinskis – Jeff Petry
Goalies:
Sergei Bobrovsky
Daniil Tarasov
Tuilagi could face England with Samoa while Marchant return is boon for Borthwick
Tuilagi free to switch allegiances for 2027 World Cup
Marchant available for England after signing for Sale
Manu Tuilagi has refused to rule out playing for Samoa at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, leaving open the possibility of him facing Steve Borthwick’s England in Australia.
The 34-year-old, who spearheaded the Red Rose midfield for more than a decade, would qualify for the Pacific Island nation in 2027 under eligibility rules introduced four years ago.
Continue reading...How to watch Southern vs. Grambling in the Bayou Classic: TV, live stream, storylines for Saturday’s game
The Louisiana schools will meet in the 52nd edition of a storied HBCU matchup at the Superdome.
Game Day: Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of Predators' Nov. 26 Matchup In Detroit
Nov 24, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
The Nashville Predators will have to enjoy their Thanksgiving turkey on the road as they make a two-game trip to Detroit on Wednesday and Chicago on Friday before heading back to Nashville for a Saturday home game against the Winnipeg Jets.
The Preds are in the midst of a three-game losing skid, the most recent loss an uninspiring 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Florida Panthers Monday at Bridgestone Arena. Filip Forsberg, Fedor Svechkov and Nick Blankenburg accounted for the three Nashville goals.
Goalie Juuse Saros allowed five goals on 16 shots before giving way to backup Justus Annunen, who saved seven of the 10 shots he faced.
Wednesday’s contest against the Red Wings is the first of two meetings between the two teams this season; they next face each other in March. Here is everything you need to know ahead of Wednesday’s game.
Game Day
Who: Nashville Predators (6-12-4) at Detroit Red Wings (13-9-1)
Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Mich.
When: 6 Pm CST
TV: FanDuel Sports Network South
Radio: 102.5 The Game
Betting line (via BetMGM):
Predators
+1.5 (-175)
O 6 (-110)
+135
Red Wings
-1.5 (+145)
U 6 (-110)
-160
Preds Leaders
Filip Forsberg leads the team with nine goals and 16 points, followed by Ryan O’Reilly with six goals and 13 points. Michael Bunting (4g-7a), Erik Haula (3g-8a) and Luke Evangelista (2g-9a) each have 11 points.
Saros is 6-9-3 overall this season with a 3.08 goals-against average and .889 save percentage.
All-time against the Red Wings, Saros is 8-4-1 with a 1.88 goals-against average, .929 save percentage and two shutouts in 14 career starts. Detroit has had the upper hand in three of their last four meetings against Saros, putting up three or more goals in those outings.
Justus Annunen, who came on in relief for Saros on Monday, is still seeking his first win of 2025-26. He’s 0-3-1 with a 4.07 GAA and .836 SP.
Nashville is 6-3-1 in their last 10 vs. the Red Wings and 2-2-1 in their last five at Little Caesars Arena. The Predators are 9-5-1 in their last 15 games against the Red Wings, including six wins in a row from Feb. 23, 2021-Jan. 22, 2022, the Preds’ longest-ever win streak vs. Detroit. However, the Wings have taken four out of the last six meetings with the Preds.
On the power play, Nashville is currently 11-for-68 (16.2%), ranking them 24th in the NHL. They are 11-of-63 (82.5%) on the penalty kill, good for 12th in the League.
Scouting The Red Wings
Detroit fell 4-3 in New Jersey against the Devils in their last game. They have alternated wins and losses in their previous four outings while dropping five of their last 12. They are 6-2-1 in one-goal games this season and 10-1-1 when scoring three-or-more goals (excluding shootout-deciding goals).
Detroit is 9-4-1 when they score with the man advantage. They have the exact same record when they don’t give up a power-play goal.
The Wings are 16-for-75 with the man advantage (21.3%), which is 13th in the NHL. On the penalty kill, they are 15th at 81.3% (12-of-64).
Dylan Larkin leads the Wings with 13 goals and 25 points, while Alex DeBrincat has 11 goals and 25 points.
Cam Talbot is 9-3-0 with a 2.79 GAA and .893 SP. John Gibson is 4-6-1, 3.46, .870.
Getting Scratched Out Of The Lineup Unlocked A Version Of Adam Edström We've All Ben Waiting For
It came as a bit of a surprise when Mike Sullivan decided to scratch Adam Edström last week for the New York Rangers’ game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Sullivan emphasized that the decision to bench Edström was performance-based.
Through his first 18 games, Edström had not scored a goal, and he wasn’t playing to the same standard as last season, when he really etched his mark in the Rangers’ lineup.
Getting scratched and watching the game from the press box was actually the best thing that could have happened for Edström.
Since returning to the lineup, the 25-year-old forward has recorded two goals in three games.
“Getting scratched is a bit of a wake-up call,” Edström said on Tuesday. “I didn’t really feel like I was putting my best game out there. In my head, I was just like, ‘Come back, skate hard, do everything you can with the minutes you get,’ and I feel like so far I’ve done that.”
Edström has also gotten back to playing the same hard-nosed brand of hockey that we all grew accustomed to last season.
Given his 6-foot-7 frame, Sullivan sees potential in Edström to blossom into an impactful two-way player for the Rangers, as he wants to unlock the defensive side of his game.
Igor Shesterkin In Line For An Increased Workload With Jonathan Quick Placed On Injured Reserve The New York <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-rangers">Rangers</a> placed Jonathan Quick on injured reserve as he continues to deal with a lower-body injury.
“(There is) just more urgency and a little more detail to his game,” Sullivan said of Edström. “We’re trying to utilize those guys in some defensive situations. “When is locked in from a defensive standpoint with the details, I think he’s a very effective player. The other thing we’ve seen from him is he’s a disruptive player. He’s capable of that with his skating, his reach, his range, he has physicality to him, he can get in on the forecheck and he can disrupt breakouts.
“He can create loose pucks and within that lies opportunity. That can help us create momentum by wearing down our opponent and being disruptive in all three zones and I think that’s when at his best.”
Watching from the press box, Edström got a different perspective of the game and had the opportunity to reset in a way.
“It looks a lot simpler from up there,” Edström said. “One thing I took from it was the time with the puck. I’ve gotta slow it down a little bit. I was a little stressed with the puck in the beginning, so that’s one part of my game I learned.
“I took that time off, I tried to work hard, get a bit of confidence back. Looking back on it, it might’ve been a good thing for me. I’m happy to be back and I feel good out there. … I feel like my confidence is a little higher now, so I’m playing a little freer.
Edström will look to carry this newfound momentum as he continues to play a fourth-line role.
Luka Doncic calls out Lakers' NBA Cup court as 'slippery' and 'dangerous'
LOS ANGELES —After dropping 43 points on the Clippers and both picking up another win and, with this last one, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Emirates NBA Cup, Luka Doncic had just one complaint.
The Lakers' NBA Cup court.
"It's just slippery. It's dangerous ..." Doncic said after the game. "I slipped. I slipped a lot of times, and you could see a lot of players slipped. And that's dangerous."
For the NBA Cup, every NBA team has specially designed courts, with brighter colors — the Lakers' is a muted yellow — and the NBA Cup championship trophy at center court as part of the logo. These are not decals placed on top of a regular court, these are specially designed courts.
Our NBA Cup Court pic.twitter.com/mOlA6GfWZZ
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) October 24, 2025
The Lakers are set to play on that court again Friday, in their final NBA Cup group-play stage game against Doncic's former team, the Dallas Mavericks (the outcome of that game does not impact the Lakers winning West Group B, but it could impact seeding for the knockout round). It's also possible the Lakers could host a quarterfinal NBA Cup game on that same court on Dec. 8 or 9.
"I noticed that guys were slipping, but I also noticed that guys were falling prior to that. So I don't know," Lakers coach J.J. Redick said postgame, adding the team would look into it."Sometimes courts just don't dry well, when there's condensation on it."
The Lakers share Crypto.com Arena with the NHL's Los Angeles Kings, who hosted Ottawa the night before. It is not uncommon for NBA courts in buildings that host both hockey and basketball teams to experience condensation issues.
How Phillies' top prospects could factor into 2026 and beyond
How Phillies' top prospects could factor into 2026 and beyond originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
A breath of fresh air may be what this Phillies team needs — both now and in the years ahead.
Since the end-of-season press conference in mid-October, one theme has been constant: the Phillies know they can’t simply run it back. Big-league additions will come, but internal options also matter.
Several prospects are now positioned to impact the roster, whether that happens in Philadelphia this season or by pushing toward the top of the system.
“I love young players because they always bring energy,” manager Rob Thomson said in October.
So who are the names in the pipeline worth keeping on the radar?
The big three
SS Aidan Miller
Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck – Imagn Images
Of the Phillies’ top prospects, Miller — MLB.com’s No. 1 in the system — is the least likely to debut in Philadelphia this season. That has more to do with Trea Turner’s presence and Miller’s development timeline than his ability.
“When I talked to people in our organization, they feel he can play shortstop. Of course, we have an All-Star shortstop at this point,” Dave Dombrowski said. “He stole over 50 bases… he actually gained speed, which is unusual. But he could play other positions.”
Miller’s year started unevenly, then took off. He finished the season with an .825 OPS, 43 extra-base hits, 59 steals and 82 walks and then hit the ground running after a promotion to Triple-A.
The path to the majors will depend on how the big-league roster shakes out, but he’s positioned as one of the steadiest prospects in the sport.
RHP Andrew Painter
Credit: Jonathan Dyer – Imagn Images
Painter is primed for a pivotal 2026. The right-hander returned from Tommy John surgery in 2025 and posted a 5.26 ERA over 26 starts — not unexpected following a two-year layoff. His arrival this season is based on one question: when the command returns, does the rest of the profile click back into place?
The Phillies’ rotation could open the door. Ranger Suárez is expected to sign elsewhere and Zack Wheeler is unlikely to begin the season on time, leaving opportunities behind Cristopher Sánchez, Jesús Luzardo and Aaron Nola. If Taijuan Walker stays, he’ll compete for a spot — but so will Painter.
“He used to have great command. It wasn’t quite as good this year,” Dombrowski noted. “Normally, when you trace back to a lot of people that have had Tommy John, that’s the last thing that comes back.”
Painter’s five-pitch mix — headlined by a 96.6-mph four-seamer and supported by a curveball and slider with above-average spin — still profiles as a big-league starter. If spring goes well, he’ll make that case.
OF Justin Crawford
Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel – Imagn Images
Crawford is as close to a lock for the Opening Day roster as any Phillies prospect.
A .322 career hitter across four professional seasons, the 21-year-old just logged his best year at Triple-A: .334/.411/.452 with 34 extra-base hits and 46 steals.
With the Phils likely moving on from Nick Castellanos, Crawford has a clear path into the outfield — and Dombrowski confirmed he’s in the mix.
“In my mind, Crawford has a real strong chance to be with our club,” he told The Athletic. “We think he can play center field.”
The bat fits toward the bottom of the order and his athleticism gives him a chance to be an above-average defensive center fielder.
Names to keep an eye on
RHP Gage Wood
The 2025 first-rounder brings a direct approach. “Here’s the fastball. Hit it,” Wood said after his pro debut.
He authored the first College World Series no-hitter since 1960 — striking out 19 — and struck out 69 in 37 2/3 innings for Arkansas during the regular season.
With poise and a four-pitch mix, his path through the system could be quick.
OF Gabriel Rincones Jr.
Added to the 40-man roster in November, Rincones ensures the Phillies won’t lose him in the Rule 5 Draft.
The 24-year-old hit .240/.370/.430 with 18 homers, 73 RBIs and his third straight 20-steal season.
Dombrowski called Rincones’ bat “a lot of pop… especially versus right-handed pitching.” A strong spring could have him competing for a roster spot if the outfield market isn’t heavy.
2B Aroon Escobar
Escobar remains one of the system’s more under-discussed prospects.
The 22-year-old played across three levels in 2025 and delivered a .774 OPS, including .829 in 69 games at Single-A Clearwater.
A balanced skill set and experience at second and third give him a versatile profile. He’s unlikely to factor into the big-league discussion in 2026, but a breakout would align with Alec Bohm reaching free agency next winter.
RHP Wen-Hui Pan
Pan is one of the most intriguing (and least talked-about) arms in the system.
The 23-year-old missed 2025 after Tommy John surgery, but before that he posted a 2.15 ERA in 18 appearances in 2024.
His fastball grades at 65 and his splitter at 60 on MLB Pipeline’s scale, though command remains the key variable. If it ticks up, Pan becomes a legitimate 2026 breakthrough candidate.
Standout Phils in the Fall League
OF Dante Nori
Nori carried his speed-power blend into the AFL.
After swiping 52 bags during the regular season, he added an inside-the-park homer — rounding the bases in and finished with an .822 OPS in 44 plate appearances.
Plate discipline continues to track as one of his best skills — a 91-to-99 walk-to-strikeout tally over his first two years. He projects to start 2026 at Double-A Reading.
OF Dylan Campbell
Campbell’s AFL showing was one of the biggest surprises.
After a .215/.298/.367 campaign during the season, the 22-year-old posted a 1.044 OPS in the desert while appearing at all five infield/outfield positions.
The stance adjustment he adopted (a more closed setup) translated immediately. If it holds, he’ll position himself for a strong 2026.
RHP Jack Dallas
Dallas continues to build a compelling relief résumé.
The 26-year-old allowed one run with 15 strikeouts over nine Fall League innings, extending his pro track record: a 2.66 ERA across 179 1/3 career innings.
He finished 2025 at Double-A and is one step from a big-league look.
A date to watch
The Rule 5 Draft takes place December 10. The Phillies protected Painter, Rincones and right-hander Alex McFarlane by adding them to the 40-man roster. Several intriguing names — including starter Griff McGarry — were left unprotected, and the club would welcome them back if they go unselected.
Racing celebrates ‘Axe the Tax’ Budget campaign victory after Reeves spares sport
Duty for betting on horse racing unchanged at 15%
‘We want to maintain Britain’s place on world stage’
Charles Allen, the chair of the British Horseracing Authority, paid tribute on Wednesday to “everyone who has played their part across the sport” after the budget announcement by the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, that the rate of duty for betting on horse racing will remain unchanged at 15%.
Confirmation that racing would be exempt from tax hikes on online casino gaming as well as betting on football and other sports follows a seven-month campaign under the slogan “Axe The Racing Tax”. It was initially launched in response to a Treasury proposal to “harmonise” the duty paid on betting and gaming at a single rate.
Continue reading...Fantasy Basketball Week 6 Injury Report: Could Giannis Antetokounmpo return Wednesday?
After missing three games due to a strained groin suffered during the Bucks' November 17 loss to the Cavaliers, Giannis Antetokounmpo could potentially return as soon as Wednesday. He's considered questionable for the matchup with the Heat, as Milwaukee looks to end a five-game losing streak. Bobby Portis (32 percent rostered, Yahoo!) filled the void for the first two games, with Jericho Sims (less than one percent) doing so for Monday's loss to the Trail Blazers. Obviously, that spot in the lineup goes to Giannis once he's cleared. However, Portis' production has improved after he got off to a slow start, and he's back to being useful in deep leagues.
Let's look at some other injuries impacting fantasy basketball in Week 6.
C Neemias Queta, Boston Celtics
Queta sprained his left ankle early in Sunday's win over the Magic, and he'll miss Wednesday's game against the Pistons at a minimum. While Boston has multiple options in the frontcourt, consistency has been lacking. Josh Minott (six percent) had his moments earlier this season, but he would return to the bench after making nine consecutive starts. Chris Boucher (less than one percent) was viewed as a player with solid fantasy upside in the past, but the production hasn't been there.
Luka Garza (one percent) and Xavier Tillman (less than one percent) may factor into the rotation on Wednesday due to the Pistons' physicality, but they aren't worth the risk on a nine-game night, either. Fantasy managers needing to account for Queta's absence will be better off looking elsewhere.
C Nikola Vučević and G Kevin Huerter, Chicago Bulls
Vučević and Huerter missed Monday's loss to the Pelicans, with the former sidelined by a knee injury while a pelvis injury sidelined the latter. Both are considered day-to-day, and the schedule may work in their favor, as the Bulls won't play again until Friday against the Hornets. Patrick Williams (one percent) replaced Vučević in the lineup in New Orleans and offered little value as Chicago was thoroughly dominated on the glass. Jalen Smith (six percent) was more productive, but the fact that he came off the bench despite being the only healthy center in the rotation is concerning.
Huerter being out led to additional minutes for Jevon Carter (less than one percent) and Julian Phillips (less than one percent), but there's no need to consider adding either player. Ayo Dosunmu (24 percent) is the player to target, especially with Isaac Okoro (one percent) sidelined by a back injury.
C Jarrett Allen, Cleveland Cavaliers
Allen has missed Cleveland's last three games with a sprained finger, including Monday's loss to the Raptors. Jaylon Tyson (14 percent) was his replacement in the starting lineup, and the second-year wing has been a top-75 player in nine-cat formats. In those three starts, he averaged 12.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 three-pointers while shooting 68.2 percent from the field. With the Cavaliers playing on Friday and Sunday to end Week 6, Tyson will be valuable to deep-league managers if Allen remains out.
Check out the latest fantasy basketball rankings update as December approaches.
Raphielle JohnsonC Dereck Lively II, Dallas Mavericks
Lively's knee injury has kept him out of the Mavericks' lineup for the last two games. On Tuesday, the team announced that the center will miss the next three games and will be re-evaluated in seven to ten days. And there's some concern that Lively could be out even longer than that. Daniel Gafford (22 percent) has been the starting center and deserves a look in more 12-team leagues, while P.J. Washington (45 percent) has added fantasy value as he continues to start for the injured Anthony Davis. Rookie Moussa Cissé (less than one percent) has played nine minutes or less in each of the last four games, so there's no need to consider streaming him with Lively sidelined.
F Aaron Gordon, Denver Nuggets
Already dealing with bilateral hamstring soreness, Gordon strained his right hamstring during Denver's November 21 win over the Rockets and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. Spencer Jones (less than one percent) has been Gordon's replacement in the starting lineup, but he's done nothing from a production standpoint to make an impression on fantasy managers. Peyton Watson (24 percent), who has been starting for the injured Christian Braun, is the superior option by far. At a minimum, he should be rostered in 14-team leagues.
F Draymond Green and F Jonathan Kuminga, Golden State Warriors
The Warriors were without two members of their starting five for Monday's win over the Jazz, and both players may face extended absences. That's already the case for Kuminga, who has missed the last eight games, including Wednesday's matchup with the Rockets. He's dealing with bilateral patellar tendinitis, and it's unknown when he'll be able to return. Until that changes, Moses Moody (15 percent) should remain with the starters, and he has provided solid 12-team value in that role.
Warriors returned to practice today at Chase Center. Lengthy, productive practice. Jonathan Kuminga (bilateral knee tendinitis) didn’t participate much and head coach Steve Kerr said he isn’t sure when he’ll next play. Imaging possible. Al Horford (sciatica) out next three games.
— Sam Gordon (@BySamGordon) November 23, 2025
As for Green, he missed the win over Utah with a sprained right foot suffered during a November 21 loss to the Trail Blazers. He didn't play on Monday and is questionable for Wednesday night. His absence prompted two changes to the starting lineup, with the Warriors employing a legitimate center in Quinten Post (two percent), and Gary Payton II (less than one percent) started for defensive purposes. While neither of these players inspires much confidence in fantasy basketball, an extended absence for Green could make Post worthy of a look in deep leagues.
C Deandre Ayton, Los Angeles Lakers
Ayton suffered a knee contusion in the first half of Sunday's win over the Jazz and did not play in Tuesday's win over the Clippers. The good news is that head coach JJ Redick said before the game that scans of Ayton's knee came back "clean." There's some hope that he'll be able to return by the end of the week, with the Lakers having games on Friday and Sunday. Jaxson Hayes (five percent) finished Tuesday's victory with eight points, four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one blocked shot in 30 minutes, with Maxi Kleber (less than one percent) playing 14 minutes off the bench. There isn't much to gain from adding Hayes right now, since the Lakers won't play again until Friday. But he'll deserve a look if Ayton is out for longer than the Lakers hope.
G Norman Powell, Miami Heat
On the same night the Heat welcomed Tyler Herro back into the fold, they were without Powell due to a strained groin. That made the decision about the opening in the starting lineup easy, with Herro sliding into the spot. However, with Powell probable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, how will Erik Spoelstra handle the starting five? Does Powell rejoin the starters, with Pelle Larsson (seven percent) or Kel'el Ware (69 percent) heading to the bench? Or does Powell take on a sixth-man role, which would impact reserve Jaime Jaquez Jr. (50 percent)?
Miami's depth makes for some interesting options, but Ware and Jaquez should be fine in terms of fantasy value, even if Andrew Wiggins is available after missing three games with a hip injury. Ware returned to the starting lineup in place of Wiggins, so that will impact him more than whatever the Heat decide once Powell is healthy enough to play.
F Herb Jones, New Orleans Pelicans
Jones has missed the last two games with a strained right calf, and he will also miss Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. He'll be out for at least one week before being re-evaluated, so the absence may extend past Week 7. While Micah Peavy (less than one percent) started the November 22 loss to the Hawks, it was because Zion Williamson was also out. With Zion returning two nights later for a win over the Bulls, Peavy moved to the bench while Saddiq Bey (17 percent) remained with the starters.
For that reason, Bey is worth a look in deep leagues, even though the percentages haven't been great. Also, New Orleans ends Week 6 with a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday. Fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that Williamson won't play in both games, which is another reason to give Bey a shot. So far, he has played both ends of two of the Pelicans' three back-to-backs after missing all of last season with a torn ACL.
F Paul George and F Trendon Watford, Philadelphia 76ers
The 76ers did not have George for Tuesday's loss to the Magic, as he is recovering from a sprained right ankle. Making matters worse, they lost Watford during Tuesday's game with a strained adductor, and that may mean an extended absence for the versatile forward. Dominick Barlow (four percent), who began the season as a starter, replaced George in the lineup on Tuesday, finishing with 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in 31 minutes. George's availability also affects Justin Edwards (three percent), but both started the November 23 win over the Heat, with the former filling in for the injured Kelly Oubre Jr.
Drummond is averaging a double-double in the month of November.
Cole HuffF Ryan Dunn, Phoenix Suns
Under normal circumstances, Dunn's absence would not generate much attention in fantasy basketball. However, with Grayson Allen still recovering from a quad contusion, Dunn's absence with a sprained right wrist has been impactful. Wednesday's game against the Kings will be his third on the sideline, which should mean another start for Jordan Goodwin (15 percent). In games against the Spurs and Rockets, he totaled 22 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, four steals and two three-pointers. Collin Gillespie (29 percent) also has value due to the Suns' perimeter injuries, but Goodwin will be easier to find on waiver wires.
C Domantas Sabonis, Sacramento Kings
Sabonis is out with a partially torn left meniscus, and he'll be re-evaluated in approximately a month. His absence means Drew Eubanks (two percent) will serve as the starting center, and the Kings have also shown a willingness to go small and use Precious Achiuwa (three percent) in that role. However, before considering either player, fantasy managers must scour their waiver wires for Keegan Murray. He's rostered in 43 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he may be lurking on some category league wires (yes, the new High Score format may be influencing these rostership percentages).
G Dylan Harper, San Antonio Spurs
Out since November 2 with a strained left calf, Harper may be close to a return. The rookie is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers. Obviously, fantasy managers should not expect too much from Harper in the early stages of his return, as there will likely be a minutes restriction of some kind. However, with Stephon Castle (hip) out, there will be room for him to provide value. Keldon Johnson (19 percent) and Julian Champagnie (seven percent) have been top-100 players over the past week, with the latter providing that value despite coming off the bench.
F RJ Barrett, Toronto Raptors
Barrett injured his knee during the Raptors' November 23 win over the Nets. The good news is that he's considered day-to-day, so the wing could be out of the woods regarding a serious injury. Ja'Kobe Walter (one percent) started Toronto's win over Cleveland the following night, finishing with five points, three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one three-pointer in 24 minutes. Walter may have been first in line for minutes with Barrett sidelined. Still, the Raptors' willingness to play Jamal Shead (eight percent) alongside starting point guard Immanuel Quickley limits his fantasy upside. Shead also played 24 minutes against the Cavaliers.
G Tre Johnson and F Corey Kispert, Washington Wizards
The Wizards have been without Johnson for the last two games with a hip injury, and he does not have a return timeline. And with Kyshawn George missing Tuesday's win over the Hawks due to illness, the Wizards called upon Corey Kispert (two percent) to fill the void. Unfortunately, after a hot start to the victory that ended Washington's 14-game losing streak, Kispert exited during the third quarter with a right thumb injury.
We'll see how much time he misses, but the best thing for Washington would be to get George back in time for Friday's game against the Pacers. With that being the Wizards' final game of Week 6, there really isn't an appealing streamer on the roster if George and Kispert are out, especially with 11 games on that day's slate.
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