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Andre Drummond Will Be Available on Tuesday
Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (illness) will be available to play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. He missed Monday's practice with the flu, but appears to be doing better on Tuesday. He was getting up shots during shootaround, so that's a good sign for his status against the Sixers. Drummond has been fantastic this […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAndrew Wiggins is Questionable for Wednesday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Andrew Wiggins (thigh) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He left Monday's game with a right quad contusion and was unable to return. Wiggins told reporters after the game that his injury isn't serious. More information should be known about his status after Wednesday's shootaround.
Andy Webb 6 years agoRodions Kurucs Won't Play on Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets forward Rodions Kurucs (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Kurucs is dealing with a sprained left ankle and could be sidelined for Friday's game as well. Jared Dudley and Ed Davis should see increased playing time on Wednesday. Neither player will have much of an impact in terms of […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMike Muscala is Available to Play on Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Mike Muscala (ankle) is available to play against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday. He was a full participant during Monday's practice and appears to have recovered from his left ankle issue. He'll bring some depth to the Sixers, but probably won't see enough playing time to make him worth owning in fantasy […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJamal Murray Expected to Play Tuesday
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (leg) is not listed on the injury report and is expected to play on Tuesday versus the Sacramento Kings. Murray was able to play through a left tibia contusion on Sunday. The injury is not expected to be serious, so Murray should be in the starting lineup against the Kings. […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoKris Dunn Likely Out At Least One Month
Chicago Bulls guard Kris Dunn (knee) has been diagnosed with a moderate left MCL sprain. Dunn is expected to miss four-to-six weeks of action. Cameron Payne and Ryan Arcidiacono are expected to see the biggest boost in minutes from Dunn's injury. Neither player is a great fantasy option. Zach LaVine is expected to spend more […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoDewayne Dedmon Will Make Season Debut Wednesday
Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (ankle) will make his season debut against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. There is a good chance that the Hawks put Dedmon on a minutes limit in his first game back. Alex Len is going to be Dedmon's main competition, but regardless Dedmon should see decent playing time. He's worth […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJohn Collins Expected to Miss Several Weeks
Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (ankle) won't suit up for Wednesday's home opener and will reportedly be sidelined multiple weeks. Collins suffered his ankle injury in early October. He underwent an MRI which revealed mild inflammation and soreness in his left ankle. He was re-evaluated on October 22, but then afterwards it was announced he's […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoBrandon Knight Remains Without Timetable
Houston Rockets guard Brandon Knight (knee) says his rehab work is going well, but does not have a timetable for his return. Chris Paul (suspended) is out two games, so the Rockets could use Knight, but sadly he's not ready yet. Knight says he's taking it day-by-day and is unsure when he'll get back on […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoBen Simmons is Doubtful for Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) did not participate in shootaround and is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Simmons has been battling some back tightness, but the injury is not believed to be serious. T.J. McConnell and Markelle Fultz should both benefit if Simmons does sit out on Tuesday. McConnell would be […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoLonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma Will Start In The Short Term
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball and forward Kyle Kuzma will be the starters going forward. Both Brandon Ingram and Rajon Rondo have been suspended following an altercation during Saturday's contest. Ingram has been suspended four games, while Rondo will be suspended three games. It's only a short amount of games, but it will […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoHassan Whiteside Doesn't Practice on Monday
Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (groin) did not practice on Monday and is considered questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Knicks. Whiteside was able to play 25 minutes on Saturday. The severity of the injury is still unclear which makes Whiteside's status up in the air for Wednesday. Kelly Olynyk and Bam Adebayo would both […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoDomantas Sabonis Will Play on Monday
Indiana Pacers forward/center Domantas Sabonis (knee) will play in Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sabonis was forced to sit out during Saturday's contest against the Nets. This appears to be just a one game absence for Sabonis which is great news for fantasy owners. He averaged 13.0 points and 14.0 rebounds through the first […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJonas Valanciunas is Losing Playing Time
Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas has watched his playing time decrease this season. He averaged 12.7 points and 8.6 rebounds in 22.4 minutes per game last season. This season he's averaging 8.7 points and 8.0 rebounds in just 18.0 minutes. Head coach Nick Nurse is playing Valanciunas off the bench more often which has led […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMario Hezonja Expected to See Increased Role
New York Knicks forward Mario Hezonja is expected to see an increased role in the rotation going forward. Kevin Knox (ankle) is sidelined, so Hezonja should benefit from that. Knox could be out as long as a month, so Hezonja could have some short-term fantasy value. Hezonja has not done much with the Knicks this […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMike Muscala Practices on Monday
Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Mike Muscala (ankle) was a full participant in Monday's practice. He is currently listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Muscala has not played this season, but he does appear close to returning. Joel Embiid and Dario Saric are going to see most of the minutes, so Muscala won't […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAndre Drummond is Questionable for Tuesday
Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Drummond is currently dealing with the flu and missed Monday's practice because of it. His status for Tuesday is uncertain, but that depends on how he's feeling come tip-off. The Pistons likely aren't going to make a final decision on […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoKris Dunn Will Play on Monday
Chicago Bulls point guard Kris Dunn (personal) is expected to return and start against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday. Dunn is back after missing time due to the birth of his child. He reportedly missed Monday's shootaround, but is expected to be ready by tip-off. Cameron Payne will head back to the bench and Ryan […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoAron Baynes Has Been Ruled Out on Monday
Boston Celtics center Aron Baynes (hamstring) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. Hamstring issues have a tendency to linger, so Baynes could be sidelined for a bit. Daniel Theis should see an increased workload with Baynes out on Monday. However, Theis shouldn't get enough minutes to make him valuable in […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoMarcus Morris is Questionable on Monday
Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. Morris finished with 16 points, six rebounds, two assists and two treys in 26 minutes on Saturday versus the Knicks. Jayson Tatum, Semi Ojeleye, and Daniel Theis would see increased playing time if Morris is forced to sit out.
Andy Webb 6 years agoMarquese Chriss is Not Close to Returning
Houston Rockets forward Marquese Chriss (ankle) did not play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. Chriss continues to deal with a left ankle injury that could force him to miss significant time. There have been no reports about Chriss even being close to returning to action. It appears the Rockets are fine with Chriss […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoCourtney Lee Will Undergo Tests on Monday
New York Knicks guard Courtney Lee (neck) will undergo tests on Monday in an attempt to determine what is causing his neck pain. Lee has not played this season and has already been ruled out on Monday. The rebuilding Knicks don't have a lot of room for Lee even if he was healthy. Fantasy owners […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoRodions Kurucs Appears to be Fine
Brooklyn Nets forward Rodions Kurucs (ankle) appears to be fine after suffering a sprained ankle during Saturday's contest. Kurucs was helped off the court during Saturday's loss to the Pacers. The X-rays came back negative, so it appears to be just a sprain for Kurucs. However, Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (personal, groin) is expected to return on […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoRondae Hollis-Jefferson Expected to Play Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (groin) is expected to make his season debut against the Cavaliers on Wednesday, according to head coach Kenny Atkinson. He missed the first three games with an adductor injury and personal reasons. Jared Dudley and Rodions Kurucs will have their playing time reduced with RHJ back in the lineup. There […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoDelon Wright Ruled Out on Monday
Toronto Raptors guard Delon Wright (groin) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Wright went through shootaround on Monday, but the team wants him to get in a full practice before playing in a game. Wright has not played this season, but appears to be heading in a positive direction. Fred […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoBen Simmons Listed as Questionable for Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Simmons was unable to practice on Monday due to back tightness. This issue is not believed to be serious, but the Sixers may decide to be cautious and hold Simmons out a game. More information should be known […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoJimmy Butler Returns to the Lineup on Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (rest) will be back in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Butler sat out on Saturday versus the Mavericks, but it was the second game of a back-to-back set. Josh Okogie started at shooting guard for Butler and played 28 minutes on Saturday. He'll move back […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoKevin Knox Out At Least One Week
New York Knicks forward Kevin Knox (ankle) will be re-evaluated in one week. Knox will miss at least the next three games after suffering a sprained left ankle. Knox could miss up to a month of action, but fantasy owners will just have to wait and see how his ankle feels next week. Noah Vonleh […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoHarrison Barnes, Devin Harris Will Miss Next Two Games
Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (hamstring) and guard Devin Harris (hamstring) will miss at least the next two games, according to head coach Rick Carlisle. Barnes appeared close to returning, but maybe he suffered a setback or the Mavs are just being extremely cautious. Dorian Finney-Smith is expected to continue starting until Barnes is back. […]
Andy Webb 6 years agoTyreek Hill Hauls in Seven Receptions
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill had an explosive game against the Patriots in Week 6, so there was no way he was going to match that this week. However, Hill finished with seven receptions for 68 yards and a touchdown against Cincinnati. Hill saw a team leading 10 targets, but didn't have any […]
Andy Webb 6 years ago