DraftKings Network is providing up-to-the-minute updates on the NBA injury report as teams prepare for the upcoming games on January 23, 2026. With injuries and player statuses continuously evolving, fans can count on receiving the latest news and insights on the top plays for the night.
Detroit Pistons’ Cade Cunningham is currently listed as out due to a hip injury, while teammate Duncan Robinson is also dealing with a back issue. The Oklahoma City Thunder will not have Jaylin Williams available, as he continues to recover from a glute injury. Memphis Grizzlies’ Jock Landale is absent due to personal reasons, and Neemias Queta from the Boston Celtics is out with an illness. As the New Orleans Pelicans deal with Herbert Jones’ ankle injury, Myles Turner from the Milwaukee Bucks is also sidelined with similar concerns.
Several players are questionable coming into tonight’s action, including RJ Barrett and Collin Murray-Boyles from the Toronto Raptors, along with Jamal Murray, Jonas Valanciunas, and Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets. Additionally, the Portland Trail Blazers will likely miss Deni Avdija due to back issues.
Out for tonight’s games are notable players such as Darius Garland of the Cleveland Cavaliers, who is nursing a toe injury, and Detroit’s Caris LeVert, who is unwell. Derrick White will be resting for the Boston Celtics, leading the way for Jaylen Brown, who has been in remarkable form with an average of 29.8 points per game, including three consecutive games with over 30 points. With White out, Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser are expected to step up, with Hauser recently scoring over 17 points in his last four appearances.
On the other side, Memphis Grizzlies’ star Ja Morant will sit out due to a left elbow sprain. In his absence, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Cedric Coward are anticipated to take on more responsibilities, with Coward scoring at least 17 points in three of his last four games. Meanwhile, Jalen Williams remains unavailable for the Oklahoma City Thunder as he recovers from a hamstring strain, though Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to shine, hitting impressive scoring marks in recent games.
With various key players missing, fantasy sport enthusiasts will need to adjust their line-ups accordingly. The current focus will be on players like Jaylen Brown, billed as a top DFS play, and other rising stars ready to capitalize on the opportunities presented by these injuries. With injury reports updated continuously, fans are encouraged to keep an eye on the latest developments to make informed decisions.