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Joel Embiid Needs Another Surgery?
According to Lisa Salters of ESPN and ABC, Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) may need another surgery. While the organization hasn't reported this, it appears the 2023 NBA MVP is gearing up for another surgery to address a nagging left knee issue that has been ailing him for quite some time. It's unknown if […]
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Anthony Edwards Questionable Versus Cleveland
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (hip) is questionable for Monday's game in Cleveland. Edwards missed the February 1 loss to the Washington Wizards because of an illness, his first absence of the 2024-25 campaign. However, he missed Saturday's meeting with the Portland Trail Blazers because of a sore hip. As a result, Nickeil Alexander-Walker entered […]
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Mike Conley Uncertain To Meet The Cavs
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (finger) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He didn't suit up for Saturday's victory over the Portland Trail Blazers because of a finger injury. As a result, Rob Dillingham entered the starting lineup, finishing with eight points, six assists, and two steals in 23 minutes of work. […]
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Anthony Davis Out On Monday Night
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (adductor) won't play on Monday night versus Sacramento. AD made his Mavericks debut on Saturday versus the Rockets. He had an excellent showing, amassing 26 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks. Unfortunately, Davis suffered an adductor strain in that one and was ruled out for the remain of […]
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P.J. Washington Questionable Against The Kings
Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the visiting Kings. Washington returned for Saturday's win over the Rockets after missing three games. But he logged only 16 minutes due to a sprained ankle. With Anthony Davis (Adductor) sidelined, Washington could move back to the four spot if he's available. But […]
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Cade Cunningham Available Versus Charlotte
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (ankle) is available for Sunday's matchup with Charlotte. He wasn't available for Friday's win over the 76ers. As a result, Malik Beasley entered the starting lineup and finished with 36 points, a career-high. But with Cunningham back in the Mix, Beasley will head back to the bench, which should lower […]
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LaMelo Ball Ruled Out On Sunday
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Sunday against Detroit. In Friday's win over the San Antonio Spurs, the 23-year-old had 24 points and 10 assists. He popped up on Sunday's injury report due to ankle soreness, so it seems there's a good chance he'll be back on Monday in Brooklyn. With Nick […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Out "Weeks," Will Miss All-Star Game
According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo will be sidelined for 2-3 weeks because of a calf strain. The injury will also force him to miss the All-Star game. The 30-year-old has already been sidelined for four games. However, the last revelation from Haynes certainly is even worse news for fantasy […]
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LaMelo Ball Now Questionable For Sunday Afternoon
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons. He had 24 points and 10 assist in Friday's narrow win over the San Antonio Spurs. However, the 23-year-old is now in danger of missing Sunday's contest because of ankle soreness. If Ball isn't available, KJ Simpson, who had 15 points, […]
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Dennis Schroder Available Against The Hornets
Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Schroder (trade pending) is available for Sunday's matchup with the Hornets. The veteran has bounced around the National Basketball Association this season, suiting up for the Nets and Warriors before getting shipped to the Pistons ahead of the deadline. While he could have a rough time finding consistent minutes in Detroit, […]
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Fred VanVleet Ruled Out Versus Toronto
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) isn't available for Sunday's clash with the Toronto Raptors. He injured his right ankle during the February 1 encounter against the Brooklyn Nets. As a result, the 30-year-old has missed the last four games. Without him, Amen Thompson should continue to handle most of the duties at the one […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Out Again On Sunday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) won't play on Sunday versus the visiting 76ers. He'll now miss his fourth-straight game because of a calf strain. In the meantime, Bobby Portis will presumably remain at the four spot. Portis has surged while Antetokounmpo has been on the shelf, especially in the last two games, combining for […]
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Dalton Knecht Staying In Los Angeles
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the trade between the Lakers and Hornets involving center Mark Williams and guard Dalton Knecht was rescinded. The deal was contingent on both players passing a physical. While Knecht had a clean bill of health, it was a different story for Williams. Per Charania, the Lakers medical staff discovered "multiple […]
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Mark Williams Fails Physical, Heading Back To Charlotte
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the trade between the Lakers and Hornets involving center Mark Williams and forward Dalton Knecht was voided. Both teams agreed on the deal ahead of the deadline. However, it was contingent on both players passing a physical. Per Charania, Williams failed his physical, with the Lakers medical staff finding "multiple […]
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Luguentz Dort Out Versus Memphis
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (back) remains out for Saturday's game against Memphis. He wasn't available on Friday versus Toronto because of back spasms. As a result, Aaron Wiggins entered the starting lineup and finished with 18 points, one steal, and one block in 33 minutes of action. Isaiah Joe also received added minutes, […]
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Jrue Holiday Won't Face The Knicks
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) won't suit up for Saturday's showdown with the Knicks. The veteran will now miss a second-straight game because of right shoulder impingement, an issue he's battled for nearly the entire 2024-25 campaign. Al Horford will presumably remain in the starting lineup. However, Payton Pritchard, amassing 21 points from off […]
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OG Anunoby Out Versus The Celtics
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (foot) won't play on Saturday against Boston. He sprained his foot during a recent matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. As a result, the 27-year-old will now miss his third-straight game on Saturday night. Without Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa, coming off an impressive 17-point, eight-rebound, three-steal, and two-block performance, should […]
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Jalen Suggs Remains Sidelined On Saturday Night
Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) remains out heading into Saturday's clash with the Spurs. He missed 10 games because of a back injury before returning for the January 25 meeting with the Pistons. However, the 23-year-old suffered a quad contusion in that one and will now miss his seventh-consecutive contest. Suggs hasn't done any […]
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Chet Holmgren Sitting On Saturday Night
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (hip, injury management) won't play on Saturday versus Memphis. The 22-year-old was available for Friday's win over the Toronto Raptors after missing nearly three months because of a hip injury. He logged 22 minutes, and although he didn't do much on the scoring end, he at least had five […]
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Jimmy Butler Set For Warriors Debut On Saturday Night
According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler will play on Saturday against the Bulls. The veteran was recently acquired by the Warriors after suiting up for the Heat since the 2019-20 campaign. Throughout Butler's career, he has been a multi-time All-Star, averaging 18.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and […]
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Austin Reaves Good To Go Saturday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (elbow) will play on Saturday against the Pacers. He was listed as questionable for this one. However, he felt fine after pre-game warmups, so he's officially good to go. With LeBron James (ankle), Luka Doncic (calf), and Mark Williams (trade pending) all out, Reaves is a must-start in all […]
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Mark Williams Ruled Out On Saturday
According to Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, center Mark Williams won't play on Saturday versus Indiana. The trade that will send him from Charlotte to Los Angeles isn't complete, although it looks like he'll make his debut on Monday against the Utah Jazz. Without Williams in the equation, Jaxson Hayes, who had 11 […]
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Myles Turner Out Against The Lakers
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (neck) is out on Saturday against the Lakers. The 28-year-old has averaged 15.1 points, 6.6 boards, and 1.8 blocks this season, all down from the 2023-24 campaign. But he's only missed four games leading up to the meeting with the Lakers, so that's been a plus for fantasy managers. Until […]
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LeBron James Resting On Saturday
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) won't play against the Pacers. King James had 42 points, 17 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and one block in Thursday's win over the Golden State Warriors. But as has been the case at times throughout the 2024-25 campaign, he'll take Saturday off to get some rest before […]
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Anthony Davis Officially Set For Mavs Debut
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (abdomen) is officially available for Saturday's meeting with Houston. It's a new era for the team, with AD arriving in Dallas from Los Angeles in exchange for Luka Doncic. As expected, he has had a quality year, averaging 25.7 points, 11.9 rebounds, 2.1 blocks, and 1.3 steals in 42 games […]
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Luka Doncic Out Saturday, Expected To Play On Monday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (calf) is listed as out for Saturday's meeting with the Pacers. However, according to multiple reports, he is anticipated to make his Lakers debut on Monday night against the Utah Jazz. Doncic, who was traded to the Lakers in exchange for forward Anthony Davis, played his entire career with […]
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Ben Simmons, Nets Agree To A Contract Buyout
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Nets and guard/forward Ben Simmons have agreed to a contract buyout. The 28-year-old was at his best while a member of the 76ers. However, after he was traded to Brooklyn, his production declined significantly. Simmons has averaged 13.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 1.5 steals in 365 regular-season […]
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Anthony Davis Expected To Make Mavs Debut Saturday
Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (abdomen) is probable for Saturday's game against the Rockets. Davis was sent to Dallas in exchange for Luka Doncic in what some consider to be the biggest trade in NBA history. As such, AD will now suit up for the third team of his career after averaging 24.2 points, 10.7 […]
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P.J. Washington Off The Injury Report
Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (personal) is off the injury report heading into Saturday's meeting with the Rockets. The 26-year-old missed the last three games because of a personal matter. But he'll make his return on the same day Anthony Davis (abdomen) is expected to make his Mavs debut. Washington, who will likely slide over […]
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Fred VanVleet Ruled Out Again On Saturday
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Mavericks. He tweaked his ankle during a meeting with the Brooklyn Nets on February 1 and has missed the last three games. As a result, Amen Thompson has been handling things at the one spot, so he should continue to see an increase […]
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