Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle) won't suit up for Friday's NBA Cup meeting with the Phoenix Suns. The 27-year-old has averaged 12.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals this season, so he's been reliable for the defending champs. He's dealing with ankle soreness, and while it doesn't seem like an injury that will keep him off the floor beyond Friday's contest, fantasy managers should monitor his status heading into Sunday's meeting with the Portland Trail Blazers. OKC will welcome Jalen Williams (wrist) back to the lineup after missing 19 games to begin the 2025 campaign, which will certainly help lessen the blow. However, Williams will presumably be limited, meaning Jaylin Williams may remain more involved than usual, although the former Razorback has averaged only 5.6 points and 4.5 boards this season.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (calf) will play on Friday versus the Los Angeles Lakers. AD suffered a left calf strain in the win over the Indiana Pacers on October 29. Although he was reportedly nearing a return in the last week or so, it appears he'll finally be back on the court after a month on the shelf. Davis averaged 20.8 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.2 blocks, and 1.6 steals in his five appearances during the 2025 campaign. While he was more productive in previous seasons, there's no reason why he shouldn't be featured in all fantasy lineups in his first game back from a lengthy layoff, even with the chance of a reduced workload. On the other hand, DFS participants should consider alternative options, especially since Davis still has a higher rostering cost than most.

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (quadriceps) is questionable for Friday's game with Washington, positioning veteran T.J. McConnell for added minutes if he sits. McConnell has ramped up effectively, delivering 16 points, seven rebounds, and six assists in his most recent outing and adding another 16-point, five-assist line earlier in the week. His strong per-minute production makes him a viable hold in most formats if he continues seeing mid-20s minutes, with even more upside if Nembhard misses time.

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (finger) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Hawks and is expected to return after missing three games. His presence stabilizes the frontcourt and likely trims the recent minutes surge for Nae'Qwan Tomlin and Larry Nance Jr., who stepped in with mixed production. Tomlin logged 14 points and four rebounds in his most recent outing, while Nance added six points and two assists. Allen's return pushes both back into deep-league territory and limits any short-term streaming appeal.