New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He has missed two of the last three games due to a knee issue. Noel has been solid when he plays this season. However, he has only appeared in nine games for the Knicks in 2021. He is worth rostering in some category leagues due to his excellent defensive ability, but lacks on the offensive end. Taj Gibson will likely see a decreased role with Noel returning.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) was able to practice on Friday. He was held out of Thursday's contest, so the fact he was able to practice is good news. However, it sounds like Noel will be a game-time decision for Saturday's contest. Mitchell Robinson and Taj Gibson would be asked to step up, assuming Noel is out. Robinson is the much better option between the two. Although, Noel does have category league value, but the injuries continue to pile up for him.

New York Knicks small forward RJ Barrett (illness) and center Nerlens Noel (knee) have both been ruled out for Thursday's game against Chicago. Barrett departed Tuesday's outing after just nine minutes, with his absence Thursday marking his first of the season. Without him on the wing, look for Obi Toppin and Evan Fournier to see elevated offensive duties, while Derrick Rose could also snag more minutes. Noel returns to the sidelines after logging 19 minutes Tuesday following a one-game absence. Without him to backup Mitchell Robinson, expect Taj Gibson to get a handful of added minutes, albeit not enough to merit DFS consideration.

New York Knicks centers Nerlens Noel (knee) and Taj Gibson (groin) have been cleared to suit up Tuesday vs. the Nets, giving the team their full allotment of rotational big men. Injuries have curtailed the start of Noel's year, limiting him to just eight games thus far; when healthy, he has averaged 4.6 points, 6.4 boards, and 1.6 blocks on a nightly basis. Gibson gets back into the mix after a five-game absence, although his role with New York's second unit is limited with both Noel and Mitchell Robinson (illness) cleared for action. Neither Noel or Gibson merits season-long interest at this stage, but an absence from Robinson would pave the way for either to become a short-term stream option.

New York Knicks centers Nerlens Noel (knee) and Taj Gibson (groin) have been ruled out for Saturday's contest against the Hawks, leaving the team's second unit further shorthanded. Without his two primary backups, Mitchell Robinson could see additional minutes funneled in his direction, but Julius Randle could pitch in at the five as well. Noel has been limited to just eight games this season, having battled myriad injuries in addition to fluctuating between the starting five and bench. Gibson's absence has now extended to five games; having scored in double figures just once this season, he remains an avoidable fantasy commodity even when healthy. The next chance the Knicks have to get their frontcourt at full strength comes Tuesday vs. Brooklyn.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. The big man has been dealing with injuries seemingly since the season started. Noel was battling a back issue and now a knee problem, but will play on Saturday. He has been a fantasy stud when he actually plays, so fantasy managers should consider him for Saturday's slate. However, the injuries continue to pile up, so it's tough to trust him long term.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been ruled out for the upcoming contest on Wednesday. It has been a frustrating beginning to the season for Noel. Both back issues and knee problems have sidelined him for a majority of the year. The good new is, Mitchell Robinson (ankle) will be back on the court for Wednesday. He's expected to absorb most of Noel's minutes, while Taj Gibson should see an increased role. Robinson is looking like a strong DFS option for Wednesday's slate, assuming he's healthy.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been deemed questionable for Monday's matchup versus Indiana. The veteran began the season on the shelf because of a bad back. However, he did return to play in four games before his latest ailment, a sprained right knee, kept him out now for the last two. Nonetheless, if the 27-year-old is absent again, Taj Gibson should continue to provide relief for Mitchell Robinson. While Gibson isn't what he once was during his days in Chicago and Minnesota, he can still get after it on the glass for the category managers needing assistance in that area.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (back) will play against Philadelphia. The veteran was listed as questionable leading up to the bout on Monday night, but he will be good to go against a 76ers team without Joel Embiid. Mitchell Robinson (hip) will sit because of a hip ailment, so the door is open for Noel to get some work, making him a viable option in all formats. Additionally, a substantial opportunity presents itself in DFS contests as the potential is there for the big man to smash his value.

New York Knicks centers Mitchell Robinson (hip) and Nerlens Noel (back) are listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Both players were able to suit up on Sunday, but could sit this one out as a precaution. Fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if at least one of them sits out on Monday. That being said, Taj Gibson and Obi Toppin would see more minutes in their absence. Toppin is the better option between the two and could have streaming appeal with more playing time.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee), who has yet to play this season, will take the court for the first time on Wednesday against the Pacers. Head coach Tom Thibodeau didn't specify whether Noel would see a full complement of minutes, though it would be surprising to see him thrown into the fire given that his knee soreness seemed to linger for several days. Still, he has averaged 6.2 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 1.3 steals per game in 22.4 minutes for his career, so there's clear defensive upside, even if the Knicks decide to ease him in.

New York Knicks centers Nerlens Noel (knee) and Taj Gibson (ankle) are listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Gibson suffered a sprained ankle during Monday's contest, but was able to practice on Tuesday. He has a decent shot at playing on Wednesday, but Noel remains uncertain. Noel hasn't played all season and missed Tuesday's practice due to personal reasons. Obi Toppin and Jericho Sims would be asked to pick up the slack if either player misses time. Toppin could have some streaming appeal for Wednesday's slate.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) will miss another one on Saturday. The veteran hasn't played this season as he continues to be plagued by lingering left knee soreness. His next chance to make it back will come on Monday evening against Toronto. However, in the meantime, Taj Gibson and Obi Toppin should continue to benefit against the Pelicans as Thibs continues to roll with a smaller-ball approach. However, neither has been consistent from a fantasy standpoint, although both have upside in GPP DFS formats.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. This is not shocking as Noel continues dealing with a lingering knee issue. He has not played in a game this season, but appears to be getting closer to a return. Noel is worth stashing in category formats or deep leagues since he should return within the next game or so. Mitchell Robinson, Julius Randle, and Taj Gibson will see more run without Noel on Thursday.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has missed each of the first three games due to left knee soreness. Head coach Tom Thibodeau mentioned that Noel has been doing more in practice lately. This seems like something that is going to come down to a game-time decision. Fantasy managers should expect Mitchell Robinson and Julius Randle to do more, assuming Noel remains out.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) is unlikely to play during Sunday's rematch against the Orlando Magic. This will mark the veteran's third-straight absence as he continues to be bothered by left knee soreness. Fortunately, Taj Gibson (personal) is available to help lessen the burden for Mitchell Robinson and should be considered a viable option in all fantasy formats. Considering the rostering cost, Gibson also has a higher upside than most in DFS contests, at least once Noel is confirmed out.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has picked up a doubtful designation for Sunday's contest vs. the Magic due to persistent left knee soreness. Noel is yet to make his season debut for New York, but a return to action doesn't appear far off. For the time being, Jericho Sims has stepped into additional minutes, but the duo of Mitchell Robinson and Julius Randle have held down the center spot with aplomb. Noel's only true path to fantasy relevance would be an absence from Robinson, who should continue seeing a slight uptick in value without Noel in the mix.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Magic due to knee soreness. Head coach Tom Thibodeau was optimistic about Noel getting back in the mix in the near future, per Fred Katz of The Athletic, but in the meantime, New York's frontcourt depth will continue to be tested. Mitchell Robinson stands to see a sizable minutes share with both Noel and Taj Gibson (personal) down. While Noel thrived when Robinson went down in 2020-21, the big man's return forces Noel onto the waiver wire in nearly all season-long formats.

The New York Knicks frontcourt depth will be tested in Wednesday's season opener vs. the Celtics as center Nerlens Noel (knee) and power forward/center Taj Gibson (personal) have been ruled out prior to tip-off. Noel's absence was somewhat expected after he earned a doubtful designation, but Gibson's means that Mitchell Robinson is set to have a sizable frontcourt role alongside Julius Randle. Noel is coming off having averaged a career-best 2.2 blocks per contest last year, but with Robinson entrenched as the team's starter, his season-long fantasy upside stands to take a hit. The next opportunity that Noel or Gibson have to return to action comes Friday against Orlando.

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) is doubtful to play against the Boston Celtics Wednesday. Noel had knee problems last year and is dealing with some soreness already. With Mitchell Robinson healthy and apparently in great shape, Noel is more of a defensive stats specialist at best when healthy. With Noel likely sitting this one out, Taj Gibson and Julius Randle will likely rotate at center behind Robinson.