Ben Simmons is Questionable Against Nets

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. He's dealing with lower back tightness, so a final decision likely won't be made until closer to tip-off. Josh Richardson, Tobias Harris, and Joel Embiid would be more involved if Simmons is unable to play. Fantasy owners will […]

D.J. Augustin Could Play on Friday

Orlando Magic guard D.J. Augustin (knee) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice. He has not played in a game since January 13 due to a left knee issue. There is a chance that Augustin is ready to play in time for Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Michael Carter-Williams would lose playing time and […]

Jake Layman Returns to Practice

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jake Layman (toe) has been cleared to return to practice. Layman has not played in a game since November due to a turf toe issue. He was cleared to do some on-court work earlier this month, but this is a sign in the right direction. It sounds like the team is going […]

Kevin Huerter is Probable on Thursday

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (illness) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. He is dealing with an allergic reaction, but is expected to suit up for this game. It doesn't sound like he's going to be limited and should take on his normal workload. Huerter should be owned in basically […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Will Get Second Opinion on Wrist

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (wrist) is still being evaluated and will get a second opinion on his left wrist. It was reported last week that Towns would miss multiple weeks. There is no timetable for his return and it's unclear if Towns is going to play again this season. Naz Reid will see his […]

Deandre Ayton Should Return Versus Raptors

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (ankle) is expected to suit up for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He missed the final two games before the All-Star break due to left ankle soreness. Ayton has been given time to rest up, so he shouldn't be limited at all on Friday. Aron Baynes (hip) and Cheick […]

Aron Baynes, Dario Saric Should Return on Friday

Phoenix Suns center Aron Baynes (hip) and forward Dario Saric (ankle) are expected to be available for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Baynes has been sidelined since the middle of January, so he could be limited during his first game back. However, Deandre Ayton (ankle) is expected to play on Friday, so Baynes should […]

Terry Rozier is On Track to Play Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (knee) is on track to return to action for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He has been dealing with left knee soreness, but was able to practice on Tuesday. Rozier missed the final game before the All-Star break, but it sounds like his knee issue is minor. Fantasy owners […]

Stephen Curry to Be Evaluated Next Week

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (hand) is scheduled to be re-evaluated by the team on Feb. 28. It was supposed to happen in March, but the team has decided to push it up a few days. Curry was able to get through the non-contact parts of practice on Tuesday. There's a chance that Curry […]

Jabari Parker is Expected to Play on Thursday

Sacramento Kings forward Jabari Parker (shoulder) is expected to play in Thursday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. He was able to get in some extra practices with his new team and appears ready to play. It's unclear where exactly he'll play, but Parker should be able to play around 20-25 minutes per game. The Kings […]

Jeremy Pargo Won't Get Another 10-Day Deal

Golden State Warriors guard Jeremy Pargo was expected to get another 10-day contract with the organization, but that won't be the case. His deal with the team has expired and the team has decided to move on. Stephen Curry (hand) is getting closer to a return, so the Warriors are likely just going to wait […]

Kris Dunn Out At Least A Month

Chicago Bulls guard Kris Dunn (knee) has been shut down and will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. There's a chance that Dunn is out for the rest of the regular season, but we'll see what happens. If he misses the full six weeks, then the Bulls will likely shut him down for the […]

Luke Kennard Isn't Close to Returning

Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard (knee) is still weeks away from returning to the court, according to head coach Dwane Casey. He has been able to get through some work in practices, but not enough to be cleared for game action. Kennard has been out since December and remains without a timetable to return. It's […]

DeAndre Bembry is Available on Thursday

Atlanta Hawks guard Deandre Bembry (hand) said that he is going to be available for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. He was technically available for the final game before the All-Star break, but the team decided to rest him as a precaution. Bembry should be back out there on Thursday, but he's basically only […]

Victor Oladipo No Longer Has Minutes Limit

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo will no longer have a minutes limit coming out of the All-Star break. He played a season-high 29 minutes during their final game before the break. This is great news for fantasy owners as Oladipo should be able to play in the upper 20s or low 30s most games. However, […]

Al Horford Will Remain With Second Unit

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Al Horford has been informed that he will remain with the second unit going forward. The Sixers made the move to have Horford come off the bench during their last game before the All-Star break. They ended up beating the Los Angeles Clippers, but Furkan Korkmaz who started in his place that […]

Clint Capela is Expected to Miss Multiple Weeks

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (heel) is expected to miss at least the next seven to possibly 10 games, according to head coach Lloyd Pierce. It doesn't sound like Capela is going to suit up in February due to a plantar fasciitis issue in his right heel. The Hawks aren't competing for anything this season, […]

Tyler Herro is Unable to Practice on Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (foot) was unable to suit up for Wednesday's practice. Herro has been sidelined since Feb. 3 due to right foot soreness and remains without a timetable at the moment. The fact he's unable to practice suggests that Herro isn't close to getting back into game action. Kendrick Nunn and Goran […]

Wendell Carter Jr. Won't Play on Thursday

Chicago Bulls center Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He was able to get through most of Tuesday's practice, but the team will hold him out of Thursday's contest. Carter has a history with injuries and that Bulls want to make sure he's 100 percent before […]

Otto Porter Won't Play Against Hornets

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He was able to get through practice on Tuesday, so that's a good sign moving forward. The Bulls are hopeful that Porter will be able to get back on the court this month. He'll be limited once he […]

Denzel Valentine Remains Out Following All-Star Break

Chicago Bulls forward Denzel Valentine (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He has been on the injury report for the last two weeks due to a left hamstring issue. Chandler Hutchison (shoulder), Otto Porter (foot), and Kris Dunn (knee) are all sidelined as well. Shaq Harrison and Ryan Arcidiacono […]

Chandler Hutchison is Ruled Out for Thursday

Chicago Bulls forward Chandler Hutchison (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He was playing well before the All-Star break, but it's unclear how long he's going to be sidelined. Otto Porter (foot) is sidelined as well, so the Bulls are thin in terms of depth Shaquille Harrison or Ryan […]

Eric Gordon is Feeling Better

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (shin) said that he is feeling better and will go through practice. Gordon was dealing with a left shin contusion over the All-Star break, but it appears he's moving in the right direction. The Rockets start the second half of the season against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. Fantasy […]

Jeff Green Agrees To Deal With Rockets

Veteran free-agent forward Jeff Green has agreed to sign with the Houston Rockets. Green was waived in December by the Utah Jazz after playing 30 games with them. He averaged 7.8 points and 2.7 rebounds during his time in Utah this season. He's expected to sign a 10-day contract with Houston in order to give […]

Otto Porter Could Return to Practice Soon

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (foot) continues to make progress and should return to practice soon, according to Jamal Collier. He's been sidelined since early November due to a broken left foot. The Bulls haven't announced a timetable for Porter and are expected to bring him along slowly. He's expected to resume practicing shortly after […]

Jeremy Pargo is Expected to Remain on the Roster

Golden State Warriors guard Jeremy Pargo is likely going to stay on the roster throughout the rest of the regular season, according to Connor Letourneau. He's currently on a 10-day contract, but he's expected to get a second 10-day contract and remain with the team. He's been seeing minutes in the low 20s and passed […]

Terance Mann and Mfiondu Kabengele Assigned to G-League

Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann and center Mfiondu Kabengele have been assigned to the G-League. The Clippers are opening up some roster spots for possible waiver moves for players that receive buyouts. Neither Mann nor Kabengele have made much of an impact in the rotation this season. Both players can be left on the […]

Reggie Jackson Has Buyout Agreement With Pistons

Detroit Pistons guard Reggie Jackson has agreed to a buyout with the organization. He reportedly is going to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers when he clears waivers. Jackson should see his fantasy value take a significant hit with the move to LA. The Clippers already have Patrick Beverley, Lou Williams, and Landry Shamet who […]

DeMarre Carroll Has Buyout Agreement with Spurs

San Antonio Spurs forward DeMarre Carroll has agreed to a buyout with the organization. He plans to sign with the Houston Rockets after clearing waivers. He signed a three-year $20.6 million deal with San Antonio over the summer. He's averaging 2.2 points and 2.1 rebounds in 9.0 minutes per contest over 15 games this season. […]

Lauri Markkanen Should Hopefully Be Ready by March

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (pelvis) is hopefully going to be ready to play by the beginning of March, according to Bulls vice president John Paxson. There haven't been many updates about Markkanen since he suffered his right pelvic stress reaction. The Bulls have a slim chance of making the playoffs, but it is possible. […]