Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (hip) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. It appears the veteran big man will make his return to the court here. However, Andre Drummond has been playing well as a starter, so the team will likely keep him there. Although, Nicolas Claxton and Blake Griffin are expected to take significant hits in value with Aldridge returning. Aldridge could have decent streaming appeal, but it depends on how much he plays during his first game back.

Brooklyn Nets forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge (hip) won't play against the Knicks on Sunday. The veteran is currently dealing with a right hip issue, and he's missed two games already as a result. He's expected to be out at least another week, which will allow Nicolas Claxton and James Johnson to get some additional minutes. However, Johnson should be the preferred option for fantasy managers, primarily after posting 16 points and five blocks on Thursday during the win over Philadelphia.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game vs. Charlotte and Thursday's matchup with the 76ers after undergoing an MRI on his hip. Aldridge has been an integral part of the Nets' second unit for the majority of the season, averaging 13.5 PPG while shooting a career-best 55.4 percent from the floor. Nicolas Claxton and Blake Griffin figure to snag an additional handful of minutes in the frontcourt, while larger offensive roles should fall to Patty Mills and Cam Thomas off Brooklyn's bench. Aldridge's next opportunity to suit up comes Sunday against the Knicks.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (ankle) will remain sidelined for Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. It sounds like the veteran big man is going to be sitting out through the All-Star break. That's not good news for his fantasy value with Andre Drummond in town. Drummond should immediately slide into the starting five in Brooklyn Aldridge is going to take a significant hit in value due to the fact Drummond is in the rotation. Fantasy managers can wait and see how they coexist if they want, but Aldridge might not be worth rostering in standard leagues for much longer.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Boston as he continues to work his way back from a sprained left ankle. Aldridge's absence is set to mark his fifth in a row, and should pave the way for Blake Griffin to play a significant role in the frontcourt, especially if Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) is ultimately held out as well. Aldridge has been an integral member of the Nets' second unit over his past seven appearances, averaging 14 points and 5.6 boards despite playing just 23.1 minutes on a nightly basis. His next chance to suit up comes Thursday vs. the Wizards.

Brooklyn Nets forward LaMarcus Aldridge (ankle) won't play versus the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Aldridge injured his left ankle during the first outing of the team's five-game road trip, although head coach Steve Nash remains optimistic he may return before the All-Star break. Nevertheless, Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) is also out, so Day'Ron Sharpe, James Johnson, and Blake Griffin could see an uptick in production. However, getting to the basket won't be easy for any of these guys, primarily with Nikola Jokic patrolling underneath the rim.

Brooklyn Nets forward LaMarcus Aldridge (ankle) is expected to miss a few more games. The veteran sprained his left ankle during Saturday's loss to the Golden State Warriors and hasn't been in the lineup since. Fortunately, he is expected back sometime before the All-Star break. Yet, fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if he doesn't make it back until after. Nonetheless, until Aldridge can return, Blake Griffin, James Johnson, and Kessler Edwards should continue to benefit. However, none of them have been consistent by any means, although they have fantasy appeal for those in deeper formats.

Brooklyn Nets power forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge (ankle) sprained his left ankle in the fourth quarter of Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. After the game, he was spotted in a walking boot. He underwent an MRI on Monday and the team is awaiting the results, which will help determine the extent of the injury and the length of his absence. There's some fear that the longtime veteran could miss extended time. Aldridge will of course be out for the team's game against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Nicolas Claxton should see an increase in minutes with Aldridge out on Tuesday while Day'Ron Sharpe should be back in the rotation after being a coach's decision DNP on Saturday.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Nicolas Claxton (hamstring) is also sidelined, so the Nets are going to be shorthanded in the front court. Aldridge will miss his fifth straight game here and can be dropped in most fantasy formats at this point. Day'Ron Sharpe and Blake Griffin should be asked to pick up the slack. Sharpe is the better fantasy option between the two right now. He could be worth a look as a streaming option with the Nets being shorthanded.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Portland, his second consecutive contest missed vs. a franchise he once suited up for. Aldridge has combined to play just 25 minutes over Brooklyn's last five outings, with Nicolas Claxton having seized starting duties. Dayron Sharpe was a strong contributor off the bench Sunday, with Blake Griffin also a candidate to snag additional minutes, although neither leaps off the page as a DFS candidate. When healthy, Aldridge has shot the ball at a career-best 56.5 percent clip this season while averaging 13.3 points and 5.6 boards per game.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. This might be more of a rest day than anything else for the veteran big man. His playing time has been decreasing lately with the Nets getting more healthy. That being said, Nicolas Claxton is likely to receive the start during Sunday's matchup. He is the better fantasy option right now and has more potential than Aldridge, so fantasy managers might want to consider making the switch.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (foot) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He sat out of Monday's game due to right foot soreness. His absence led to Nicolas Claxton moving into the starting five. However, Claxton probably isn't worth rostering anymore with Aldridge cleared to play. The veteran big man will take away most of his upside. Fantasy managers should make sure they have Aldridge back in their lineups for Wednesday's slate.

Brooklyn Nets power forward Kevin Durant and center LaMarcus Aldridge are on track to return to action after clearing the league's health and safety protocols Tuesday. Durant, the league's leading scorer (29.7 PPG), will get back into the mix after a three-game absence, whereas Aldridge had missed the team's past five outings. Brooklyn's next matchup comes Thursday vs. Philadelphia, with fantasy managers wanting to check back prior to tip-off to see if either Durant or Aldridge will have a minutes restriction for the contest. The duo's return takes much of the fantasy shine from Nicolas Claxton, Blake Griffin, and James Johnson, with the Nets' roster nearing a return to full health.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge and forward James Johnson have entered the league's health and safety protocols. That being said, both players will miss Tuesday's game alongside DeAndre Bembry, Jevon Carter, and Paul Millsap. Cam Thomas, Bruce Brown, Nicolas Claxton, and Day'Ron Sharpe should all benefit without these players unavailable. Brown could have a significant role in the offense with Kevin Durant (ankle) tagged as questionable. Fantasy managers should consider Brown as a streaming option for Tuesday's slate.

Brooklyn Nets forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge played a big part in Monday's 117-112 win over Cleveland, picking up his first double-double of the season with 21 points and 11 rebounds. He shot 10-for-14 from the field in a season-high 34 minutes off the bench Aldridge also had one block. Blake Griffin saw just eight minutes of action here and Aldridge ended up starting the second half, which is an interesting development. The veteran can be a walking double-double if he plays enough minutes. The Nets play again on Wednesday against Boston, and it will be fascinating to see how the rotation looks.

On Wednesday, Brooklyn Nets forward LaMarcus Aldridge came off the bench to help his team blow out the Orlando Magic. In a 123-90 win, Aldridge played 22 minutes and recorded 21 points, eight rebounds, one block, and three three-pointers. He's now scored at least 19 points and taken at least 13 shots in back-to-back games for the first time this season. If Aldridge can become Brooklyn's go-to option off the bench, he will return excellent value. Over the last week, the seven-time All-Star has been a top-75 option in nine-category leagues but is only rostered in 54 percent of Yahoo leagues. So check your waiver wire and see if you can grab him for the final two games of Brooklyn's Week 4 schedule.

Brooklyn Nets power forward LaMarcus Aldridge gave the team a solid offensive boost off the bench in Sunday's win over the Detroit Pistons. He logged 21 minutes and went on to shoot 7-for-8 from the field and 2-for-2 from the line on the way to 16 points. He also racked up three rebounds and an assist. The 36-year-old veteran has been extremely efficient this year as he's shooting 64.3% from the field. He's also put up solid defensive numbers, particularly with his 1.2 blocks per game. However, he's only averaging 12.7 points and 5.0 rebounds per game. Next up for Aldridge and the Nets is a matchup with the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday.

Brooklyn Nets forward LaMarcus Aldridge turned back the clock with a vintage performance and etched his name in the record books in Friday's win over Indiana. Aldridge scored 21 points, including the 20,000th point of his career, adding eight rebounds, a steal, and a block in 28 minutes. The Texas product has now scored 20-plus points in two games this season while chipping in some decent rebound, block, and steal numbers as a member of Brooklyn's thin frontcourt rotation. Aldridge could be a factor in deeper leagues, given that he continues to be a versatile big man.

Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge (rest) won't suit up for Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. The veteran big man will sit this one out for rest purposes. That is not surprising news considering it's a back-to-back set and Aldridge was dealing with blood clots last season. His absence should mean more minutes for Paul Millsap and Nicolas Claxton. Neither of them are great streaming options, but Claxton is the better choice between the two.

Forward LaMarcus Aldridge agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million deal to return to Brooklyn. The multi-time All-Star was forced into retirement five months ago because of a heart condition. However, Aldridge has been deemed medically cleared, so he will rejoin a Nets team that is undoubtedly looking to make a run toward an NBA Championship. Still, his outlook isn't as bright from a fantasy perspective, primarily with his health in question and the logjam of talent at the position. Nonetheless, the 36-year-old will probably have a few impactful performances during the 2021-22 campaign, although not enough to make him a consistent fantasy option.