Injuries to Jalen Williams and Jalen Suggs impact Week 2 fantasy basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
Thunder guard Jalen Williams sustained a serious left ankle injury during the game against the Clippers, raising concerns about his season. Magic guard Jalen Suggs also suffered a right knee injury, set to undergo an MRI. Meanwhile, Paolo Banchero is expected to miss four to six weeks with a high-ankle sprain. These injuries have created openings for various players on the fantasy basketball waiver wire, Paul Reed of the Pistons and Anthony Black of the Magic, who are expected to take on larger roles.
- •Jalen Williams was taken off the court on a stretcher.
- •Suggs will undergo an MRI for his knee injury.
- •Banchero is out for four to six weeks with an ankle sprain.
- •Paul Reed steps up as starting center for the Pistons this week.
- •Anthony Black's role increases significantly due to recent injuries.
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"Dan Titus examines the week's top fantasy adds, shaped largely by early-season injuries.
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