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Jimmy Butler Back On Monday Night
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (knee) will play on Monday night in Boston. The 32-year-old didn't return during Saturday's win over the Celtics because of right knee irritation, so his availability was in doubt for this one. However, he's good to go and will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. Butler has played well […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoDerrick White Starting In Game 4
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White will start during Monday's playoff showdown versus the visiting Miami Heat. Marcus Smart (ankle) is dealing with a sprain and won't play, so White will get extra work in Game 4. White averaged 14.4 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals as a member of the starting lineup during […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoTyler Herro Sidelined With A Groin Injury
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (groin) won't play on Monday evening against the Celtics. The 22-year-old has struggled throughout most of the postseason, averaging 13.5 points and shooting a hideous 23.2% from downtown. To make matters worse, the reigning Sixth Man of the Year is now dealing with a left groin strain, so he could […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoMarcus Smart Won't Play On Monday
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) won't play during Monday's postseason matchup versus the Miami Heat. He injured his right ankle in Game 3, and while he did finish the game, it seems it's bothering him more than it was. Derrick White, who averaged 14.4 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals, will take […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoAllen Robinson II Believes He Will Benefit Under Sean McVay
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Allen Robinson II is looking to erase a lackluster 2021-22 campaign with the Chicago Bears, one where the veteran had one of the worst seasons of his career. However, he feels playing for Sean McVay will do wonders for his production. "He allows players to play. Each and every day […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoKenny Pickett May Start Right Off The Bat
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett may begin his career as a starter. However, as expected, he'll have to get through Mason Rudolph and Mitchell Trubisky to earn the right. Pickett, who was the 20th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, finished his final college year by throwing for 4,319 yards, 42 touchdowns, and seven […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoJameis Winston Expected To Skip OTAs
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (knee) is expected to skip upcoming OTAs. During Week 8 of the 2021-22 season, the veteran tore his ACL and damaged his MCL, forcing him to miss the remainder of the year. Fortunately, he is progressing well, but the team will continue to take a cautious approach regarding his […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoSeahawks Adding Marquise Goodwin
Free-agent wide receiver Marquise Goodwin is signing with the Seahawks, with the terms of the deal undisclosed. The veteran finished last season in Chicago by catching 20 receptions for 313 yards and a touchdown throughout 14 appearances. Goodwin, 31, is still considered one of the quickest wideouts in the league, so he should fit in […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoMiles Bridges Getting Attention Ahead Of Free Agency
Forward Miles Bridges will be getting plenty of attention during free agency over the summer, with the Portland Trail Blazers rumored to be the latest team looking to acquire his services. The 24-year-old easily had the best season of his career in 2021-22, finishing with averages of 20.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. However, […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoBruce Brown Drawing Interest From Boston
Brooklyn Nets guard Bruce Brown will unquestionably command some serious cash when free agency begins. He finished the 2021-22 season by averaging 9.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.1 steals. But he played even better throughout his 45 appearances in the starting lineup. Based on Brown's efficient play, he'll probably draw plenty of interest over the […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoNets Will Match Offers For Nicolas Claxton
Brooklyn Nets forward/center Nicolas Claxton is coming off the best season of his young career. He finished the 2021-22 campaign by averaging 8.7 points, 5.6 boards, and 1.1 blocks. Still, with free agency on the horizon, the 23-year-old could find himself on another team this upcoming season. However, the Nets appear determined to match any […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoBrandon Clarke Hoping To Improve His Shot From Deep
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke finished the regular season by averaging 10.4 points, 5.3 boards, and 1.1 blocks. He played even better during the postseason, filling in admirably when needed. However, the 24-year-old, who is eligible for a rookie contract extension over the summer, is hoping to improve in one area specifically, his three-point shooting […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoGabe Vincent Back On The Injury Report
Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's playoff battle versus Boston. He remains plagued by a nagging left hamstring strain. However, the injury is nothing new, so it's more than likely he'll be available for Game 4. But if Kyle Lowry (hamstring) plays, Vincent can be omitted from DFS consideration.
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoP.J. Tucker Dealing With A New Injury
Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (knee) is questionable for Monday's playoff showdown with Boston. After spending weeks on the injury report because of a calf strain, the veteran is now suffering from left knee irritation. However, it didn't slow Tucker down in Game 3, as the veteran undoubtedly exceeded his DFS value by finishing with […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoMax Strus Questionable Against Celtics On Monday
Miami Heat guard Max Strus (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's postseason meeting with the Boston Celtics. This ailment is nothing new, so the questionable tag should be taken with a grain of slate. With Jimmy Butler (knee) and Kyle Lowry (hamstring) uncertain for Game 4, Strus may see a substantial bump in production. However, even […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoJayson Tatum Expected To Suit Up In Game 4
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (neck) will likely suit up for Game 4 against Miami. Tatum took a hard fall on Saturday night and briefly lost feeling in his arm. However, the 24-year-old eventually made his way back, although his presence didn't make a difference. Head coach Ime Udoka didn't seem concerned about his availability, […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoKyle Lowry Still Dealing With Bum Hamstring
Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is back on the injury report leading up to Monday's postseason meeting versus Boston. Unsurprisingly, Lowry is questionable because of a nagging left hamstring strain, the same one he's been dealing with since suffering the ailment during the series with Atlanta. Nonetheless, based on how the veteran looked in […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoRobert Williams III Questionable For Game 4
Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is questionable for the upcoming postseason showdown versus Miami. Williams has been dealing with a bone bruise in his left knee, resulting in a recent absence for Game 3 on Saturday. Nevertheless, if the 24-year-old isn't healthy enough to give it a go, Grant Williams will likely continue […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoTyler Herro Uncertain For Game 4
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (groin) is questionable for Monday's postseason showdown against Boston. The Sixth Man of the Year is dealing with a groin strain that limited him to only 20 minutes in Game 3. He will likely do all he can to make it out there for Game 4. However, Victor Oladipo will […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoMarcus Smart Questionable For Monday Night
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is questionable ahead of Monday's playoff meeting against the Miami Heat. The Defensive Player of the Year sustained a painful right ankle sprain during Saturday's loss. Yet, despite Smart's eventual return in that one, he now finds himself back on the injury report. Nonetheless, head coach Ime Udoka didn't […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoAndrew Wiggins Probable Versus Mavs
Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks. Wiggins popped up on the injury report because of left ankle soreness. However, in addition to the latest update regarding his status, he also advised reporters after shootaround on Sunday he'd be good to go. […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoGary Payton II Remains Out On Sunday
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) won't play on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. He's been out since suffering an elbow injury at the hands of Dillon Brooks during the previous series. However, there is some good news to report, as Payton is seemingly increasing his activity level. Nonetheless, until the 29-year-old can […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoAndre Iguodala Out For Game 3
Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's playoff showdown versus Dallas. The veteran has been rehabbing. However, head coach Steve Kerr couldn't provide an update on Iguodala's availability for the rest of the postseason. The 38-year-old usually wouldn't have any DFS appeal. However, if Iguodala makes it back […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoAndrew Wiggins Questionable Ahead Of Game 3
Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) is questionable ahead of Sunday's playoff bout against Dallas. The veteran is currently plagued by a left ankle issue. However, Wiggins reported he is "good to go," although anything can change leading up to Game 3. Otto Porter Jr. will likely slide into the starting lineup if he […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoTyler Herro Plagued By A Quad Injury
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quadriceps) should be considered questionable ahead of Game 4. The Sixth Man of the Year logged only 20 minutes of work during Saturday's playoff win over Boston, and he also had it rough on the offensive end by going 4-for-15 from the field while missing all six of his attempts […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoNo Update Yet On Robert Williams III
Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) didn't play on Saturday evening against the Miami Heat. The big man continues to deal with a bone bruise in his left knee, which also held him out for several games during the C's previous series versus Milwaukee. Nonetheless, an update on his availability should be coming soon. […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoMarcus Smart Shouldn't Miss Time
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart finished with 16 points, seven assists, and four boards during the playoff loss to Miami on Saturday evening. However, he exited briefly after rolling his right ankle in the third quarter, which wasn't a pleasant sight for Boston fans. Fortunately, there was a collective sigh of relief at TD Garden […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoJimmy Butler Expected Back For Game 4
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (knee) didn't return to Saturday's postseason win over the Celtics after his right knee became inflamed. However, as alarming as Butler's premature exit was for Heat fans, this injury is nothing new, as he also missed a game for the same reason during Miami's first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoJayson Tatum Suffers Stinger In Game 3
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (shoulder) finished with 10 points on Saturday night during the loss to Miami. He also added six boards and four assists. The 24-year-old wasn't at his best in Game 3, as he had six turnovers while shooting a rough 3-for-14 from the field and an even worse 1-for-7 from deep. […]
Dennis Clausen 3 years agoBrowns Remain Hopeful Jadeveon Clowney Returns
Free-agent defensive end Jadeveon Clowney remains without a team, although there are plenty of clubs interested. However, the Browns remain hopeful the 2014 No. 1 overall pick will be back on the roster. Clowney, who has yet to log an entire season since entering the league, finished the 2021-22 campaign with 37 total tackles, nine […]
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