2023-24 NBA Injury Report Week 13: Tyrese Haliburton, Desmond Bane, Joel Embiid Updates
Welcome to the 2023-2024 fantasy basketball season, and we have you covered on the latest in NBA injury news before Week 13 tips off on Monday afternoon. Make sure that you are checking Fantasy Alarm and your rosters for NBA injury updates for your players multiple times a day.
We have seen important fantasy basketball injury news break over the weekend that will affect some big-name players. Here are the latest NBA injuries for Week 13 of the fantasy basketball season.
2023-24 NBA Injury Report Fantasy Basketball Week 13
NBA Point Guard Injury News
Tyrese Haliburton, PG, Indiana Pacers (Hamstring)
Tyrese Haliburton suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain on Tuesday and will miss two weeks. Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell are the two big beneficiaries here.
Luka Doncic, PG, Dallas Mavericks (Ankle)
Luka Doncic is still dealing with an ankle injury and is doubtful for Monday night's game against New Orleans. Look for Kyrie Irving and Tim Hardaway Jr. to keep filling in minutes when Doncic misses.
Cade Cunningham, PG, Detroit Pistons (Knee)
Cade Cunningham suffered a knee injury and is likely to miss 7-10 days as he recovers. Killian Hayes should get the starts in his absence.
Marcus Smart, PG, Memphis Grizzlies (Finger)
Marcus Smart suffered a severe finger injury on his right hand is expected to miss six weeks of action. With Ja Morant and Desmond Bane also out, the Grizzlies are thin at point guard.
Jalen Brunson, PG, New York Knicks (Calf)
Jalen Brunson is questionable to play against Orlando on Monday due to a minor calf injury.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, PG, Oklahoma City Thunder (Knee)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is questionable to play on Monday night against the Lakers due to a right knee sprain.
Chris Paul, PG, Golden State Warriors (Hand)
Chris Paul underwent successful hand surgery and will return in 4-6 weeks. Andrew Wiggins and Brandin Podziemski will get more time during his absence.
Ja Morant, PG, Memphis Grizzlies (Shoulder)
Ja Morant underwent shoulder surgery last week and will miss the remainder of the season. Marcus Smart is also injuried, so the Grizzlies will be turning back to Derrick Rose and Ziaire Williams at point guard.
Darius Garland, PG, Cleveland Cavaliers (Jaw)
Darius Garland was diagnosed with a fractured jaw but may be nearing a return over the next week to 10 days. He will not play in Monday night's game against Chicago.
NBA Shooting Guard Injury News
Jaylen Brown, SG, Boston Celtics (Knee)
Jaylen Brown is the only player on the Celtics' injury report for Monday as he is questionable for the Toronto game with a right knee hyperextension.
Max Strus, SG, Cleveland Cavaliers (Knee)
Max Strus left the Paris game early with a knee injury and he is questionable to suit up for Monday's game against Chicago.
Desmond Bane, SG, Memphis Grizzlies (Ankle)
Desmond Bane suffered a serious ankle sprain and will miss around six weeks as he recovers. Luke Kennard should play a lot of minutes in his absence.
Shaedon Sharpe, SG, Portland Trail Blazers (Thigh)
Shaedon Sharpe did not play on Sunday due to a thigh injury and his status is day-to-day as the new week begins.
De'Anthony Melton, SG, Philadelphia 76ers (Back)
De'Anthony Melton did on play on Saturday with a back injury and will also not play on Monday against the Houston Rockets. He has been diagnosed with a lumbar spine stress response.
NBA Small Forward Injury News
De'Andre Hunter, SF, Atlanta Hawks (Knee)
De'Andre Hunter will be re-evaluated this week after undergoing a non-surgical procedure to address inflammation in one of his knees. Saddiq Bey has been getting more playing time as a result.
Bojan Bogdanovic, SF, Atlanta Hawks (Calf)
Bojan Bogdanovic is questionable to play on Monday night against Detroit with a calf injury.
Cam Reddish, SF, Los Angeles Lakers (Knee)
Cam Reddish is likely to miss a few games due to continued soreness in his left knee. Austin Reaves and Taurean Prince will continue getting those minutes.
LeBron James, SF, Los Angeles Lakers (Ankle)
LeBron James is questionable to play on Monday night against Oklahoma City.
Khris Middleton, SF, Milwaukee Bucks (Knee)
Khris Middleton does not have a new injury, but he did not play on Sunday for injury management reasons. He should be good to suit up for Week 13.
Jerami Grant, SF, Portland Trail Blazers (Illness)
Jerami Grant did not play on Sunday due to an illness and he should be considered day-to-day for the new week.
Keegan Murray, SF, Sacramento Kings (Hip)
Keegan Murray left Sunday's game against Milwaukee with right hip irritation. His status for this week is unknown, but he should be considered day-to-day.
Franz Wagner, SF, Orlando Magic (Ankle)
Franz Wagner missed games last week with an ankle injury and is also out for Monday night's game against the New York Knicks. Joe Ingles is the pick up here if this is an extended absence.
Jaime Jaquez Jr., SF, Miami Heat (Groin)
Jaquez did not travel to Brooklyn for their Monday game against the Brooklyn Nets. He will miss at least the first part of this week with a groin injury.
Jimmy Butler, SF, Miami Heat (Toe)
Jimmy Butler is traveling for Monday night's game against Brooklyn despite his toe irritation. His status is not officially updated as of Monday morning, but he should be considered questionable.
NBA Power Forward Injury News
Zion Williamson, PF, New Orleans Pelicans (Quad)
Zion Williamson has been battling a quad injury and games over the weekend. However, he is listed as probable for Monday's game against Dallas.
Tari Eason, PF, Houston Rockets (Leg)
Tari Eason has been ruled out for Monday night's game and it has been reported that he will miss a week or two so he can fully recover from the injury.
Anthony Davis, PF, Los Angeles Lakers (Ankle)
Anthony Davis is probable to play with an ankle injury for Monday night.
Brandon Miller, PF, Charlotte Hornets (Back)
Brandon Miller suffered a back injury last week and did not play on Sunday night.
Jaren Jackson Jr., PF, Memphis Grizzlies (Knee)
Jaren Jackson's nagging knee injury has him listed as questionable for Monday night. With the Grizzlies facing so many injuries, pay attention to Jackson's status as they are likely to be very conservative with him so he does not also suffer a long-term injury.
Zach Collins, PF, San Antonio Spurs (Knee)
Zach Collins sprained his ankle and the Spurs are expecting him to miss 1-2 weeks with the injury. He has been ruled out for Monday. Jeremy Sochan and Cedi Osman could get more minutes as a result.
NBA Center Injury News
Wendell Carter, Jr., C, Orlando Magic (Knee)
Wendell Carter Jr. is questionable to play on Monday night against New York due to his knee injury.
Dereck Lively II, C, Dallas Mavericks (Ankle)
Dereck Lively is listed as questionable to play against New Orleans on Monday with an ankle injury.
Ivica Zubac, C, Los Angeles Clippers (Calf)
Ivica Zubac has lingering calf tightness and is considered day-to-day until the Clippers have an official injury report late Monday.
Jakob Poeltl, C, Toronto Raptors (Ankle)
Jakob Poeltl has returned to some portions of the Raptors practice, and he is planning to be re-evaluated in about week to see if he is ready to return to games.
Joel Embiid, C, Philadelphia 76ers (Knee)
Joel Embiid is questionable to play on Monday against Houston with a knee injury and is a game-time decision. Paul Reed would continue to start if Embiid misses again.
Deandre Ayton, C, Portland Trail Blazers (Knee)
Deandre Ayton did not play on Sunday night with a knee injury and his status for Week 13 is currently unknown. There is hope he is nearing a return.