Jacob deGrom To Have MRI Next Week

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (shoulder) is expected to miss at least a few more weeks of action. The plan is for deGrom to head back to Florida and receive an MRI on his shoulder in roughly a week. The All-Star righty is expected to miss the first and possibly the second month […]

Chris Sale Plays Catch On Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale (ribs) was able to play catch on Friday. The All-Star pitcher revealed this is the fifth time he has been able to play catch since being diagnosed with a stress fracture in his rib cage. The left-hander is pain-free, but it's uncertain when he'll throw off the mound. […]

Brandon Nimmo, Mark Canha Test Positive For COVID-19

New York Mets outfielders Brandon Nimmo and Mark Canha are out of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. It appears both players have caught COVID-19 after being in close contact with a staff member who had it as well. Fantasy managers can expect to be without both Nimmo and Canha for […]

John Collins Gets Through Thursday's Practice

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (finger, foot) was able to go through a 4-on-4 session at practice on Thursday. His status for Friday's game hasn't been updated, but it appears Collins is heading in the right direction. The Hawks play the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday for the final playoff spot. De'Andre Hunter and Danilo Gallinari […]

Luka Doncic Unlikely To Play In Game 1

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) is unlikely to suit up for Saturday's Game 1 contest against the Utah Jazz. The All-Star guard continues to deal with a lingering calf issue, but is hopeful to play soon. His next chance to play would be on Monday, so fantasy managers will have to wait and see. […]

Stephen Curry Is On Track To Play Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (foot) is on track to return to the court for Saturday's Game 1 contest. The organization plans to have Curry scrimmage during Thursday's practice. The hope is that Curry doesn't suffer any setbacks and can play against the Denver Nuggets this weekend. It's uncertain whether or not the Warriors […]

Zion Williamson Remains Without A Timetable

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (knee) is making solid progress, but has no timetable for his return. It doesn't sound like Williamson is going to make it on the court during the postseason. The Pelicans must beat the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday in order to avoid elimination. The superstar forward has been out […]

Taurean Prince Able To Practice On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Taurean Prince (knee) was able to practice without any issues on Thursday. That is great news as the Wolves begin their playoff series with the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. He was playing minutes in the 20s before the final few weeks of the regular season. It's unknown if Prince will see that […]

Ben Simmons Could Return For Game 4

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back) could return to the court before the end of the first round. The organization is hopeful that Simmons can play in Game 4 of their upcoming playoff series versus the Boston Celtics. Although, it's uncertain how much Simmons will play or how the Nets plan to use him in […]

C.J. McCollum Goes Off On Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard C.J. McCollum was a huge reason why his team won against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. McCollum finished with a team-high 32 points, six rebounds, and seven assists in 39 minutes of playing time. He was unstoppable in the first half when he knocked down 10-of-12 shots for 27 points. […]

Brandon Ingram Plays Well In Victory Over Spurs

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (hamstring) was able to suit up and help the team during Wednesday's play-in game against the San Antonio Spurs. He missed most of March and the final three games of the season due to a lingering hamstring issue. However, he looked fantastic on Wednesday and helped his team get […]

Devin Vassell Drops Team-High 23 Points

San Antonio Spurs forward Devin Vassell did everything he could during Wednesday's play-in loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. Vassell went 7-for-15 from the floor with seven triples in this contest. He finished with a team-high 23 points, nine rebounds, and five assists in the loss. Vassell played well this season and has proven he […]

Cameron Payne Will Play In Game 1

Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (knee) is good to go for Sunday's Game 1 contest. He missed the final two games of the regular season, but was able to practice on Wednesday. The Suns were likely being cautious and holding Payne out as a precaution. He should play his normal backup minutes off the bench, […]

Javier Baez Scratched On Wednesday

Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) has been scratched from Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. It appears Baez is dealing with right thumb soreness, so the team will take the cautious approach here. This doesn't sound like something that is going to keep Baez sidelined for long. In the meantime, Harold Castro will […]

Nelson Cruz Is Back In The Lineup On Wednesday

Washington Nationals designated hitter Nelson Cruz (groin) is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves. The veteran slugger sat out their last contest due to groin soreness. Cruz was able to get through his pregame routine without issues, so he'll return to the lineup. He'll bat third and serve as […]

Michael Pineda Not Quite Ready

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Michael Pineda will make another start in Triple-A on Sunday. The veteran right-hander arrived late to spring training due to a visa issue. He threw 55 pitches during his start in Toledo on Tuesday. It sounds like the Tigers want to give Pineda at least one more start before bringing him […]

Alec Mills Won't Be Activated On Saturday

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Alec Mills (back) won't be activated in time to start Saturday's game against the Colorado Rockies. He has been dealing with a lower back strain, but was able to throw a 77-pitch bullpen session on Sunday. However, the Cubs are going to take things slow and make sure Mills is 100 […]

Lucas Sims Could Be Activated For Next Homestand

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Lucas Sims (elbow) could be activated in time for the team's next homestand, according to manager David Bell. The 27-year-old will have a few more outings in the minors before rejoining the big league club. He has been slowed down a bit by elbow soreness, but should have a significant role […]

Rhys Hoskins Not Playing On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Rhys Hoskins (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the New York Mets. It appears the Phillies are giving Hoskins a rest day, so he should be back in their lineup for their next contest. In the meantime, Johan Camargo will cover first base and bat seventh versus […]

Trevor Story Returns To The Lineup

Boston Red Sox infielder Trevor Story (illness) will be back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Tigers. This comes as a surprise considering manager Alex Cora mentioned Story was likely to miss this game. However, it sounds like Story is well enough to play, so fantasy managers should make sure he's […]

Xander Bogaerts Gets Day Off

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Tigers. This sounds like a routine day off, so fantasy managers don't have anything to worry about. Christian Arroyo will draw the start at shortstop and bat sixth versus lefty Eduardo Rodriguez. Arroyo doesn't bring much […]

Pacers Could Have Interest In Russell Westbrook

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook is coming off a rough campaign and could need a change of scenery. However, the All-Star guard has a $47 million player option that he is unlikely to decline. Luckily, he is on an expiring deal, which could increase his value in the trade market. The Indiana Pacers are […]

Malcolm Brogdon Feels Good

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon mentioned that he feels good heading into the offseason. Brogdon dealt with multiple injuries throughout the season that caused him to miss 46 games. Mainly, Brogdon dealt with Achilles and back injuries that continued to linger on the veteran guard. The organization expects Brogdon, Myles Turner, and T.J. Warren to […]

LeBron James Won't Need Surgery

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) said that he won't need to undergo surgery this offseason. The MRI on his left ankle came back with positive enough results that James won't opt to get surgery. He did mention that he plans to stay off it for the next month or so. James also has […]

Russell Westbrook Believes He Wasn't Given A Fair Chance

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook believes that the organization didn't give him a fair chance this season. The All-Star guard mentioned he wasn't given a chance to be who he needed to be. He also shifted some of the blame on former head coach Frank Vogel. Westbrook mentioned he didn't have a great relationship […]

Domantas Sabonis Feels Good Heading Into Offseason

Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis mentioned that he is feeling good and healthy heading into the offseason. He did want to return to the court before the end of the season, but the medical staff was against it. Now, it sounds like Sabonis is healthy and ready to help out his native Lithuania this summer. […]

Seth Curry Will Suit Up For Play-In Game

Brooklyn Nets guard Seth Curry (ankle) will be available for Tuesday's play-in game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This doesn't come as much of a surprise, but Curry has been dealing with ankle issues for quite some time. Fantasy managers should expect Curry to play his normal role in his game. The Nets will certainly need […]

Anfernee Simons Hopeful To Remain With Blazers

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons is hopeful that he can remain with the organization. He is in the final year of his rookie deal, but is confident the two sides can agree on a deal. Simons averaged 17.3 points with 3.9 assists and 2.6 rebounds, which are all career highs for the young guard. […]

Goran Dragic Cleared For Play-In Game

Brooklyn Nets guard Goran Dragic has been cleared for Tuesday's play-in game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran guard has cleared the league's health and safety protocols, so he's eligible to play on Tuesday. Dragic should likely resume his role of around 20 minutes behind Kyrie Irving. Patty Mills should see a reduced role and […]

Jarrett Allen Won't Play On Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (finger) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. The big man is trending in the right direction, but won't suit up for Tuesday's play-in game. The organization is hopeful that Allen will be ready for their next contest. In the meantime, Moses Brown and Kevin Love […]