Jose Urquidy Exits Wednesday’s Contest

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jose Urquidy (shoulder) was pulled from Wednesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Angels. The 26-year-old lasted nearly four innings before exiting with what was described as a posterior shoulder injury. He has met expectations so far in 2021, compiling a record of three wins and two losses in addition to a […...

Nick Pivetta Dealing With Vaccine Side Effects

Boston Red Sox pitcher Nick Pivetta was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on Wednesday. The righty has been on a roll in 2021, sporting a 3.19 ERA to go along with five wins and no losses. While his 24 walks are somewhat concerning, his 35 strikeouts throughout 36 innings place him near the top […...

Christian Walker Lands On 10-Day Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker (oblique) has landed on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain. This is not good news as the slugger has already missed time this season because of this same issue. Although he could make it back to the lineup within a few weeks, fantasy managers should plan […...

Terrence Ross Still Dealing With Back Issues

Orlando Magic guard Terrence Ross (back) is out on Tuesday against Milwaukee. The veteran hasn't been in the lineup for a while now as he continues to deal with back spasms. With the 2021 campaign coming to a close, the 30-year-old may have already played his final game this season. Otto Porter Jr.(foot), James Ennis […...

Robert Williams III Doubtful Against Miami

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (toe) isn't expected to play on Tuesday against Miami. Williams was supposed to be out for a while due to the ailment, but when he hit the floor to play on Sunday, fantasy managers were somewhat surprised. However, he logged just 11 minutes before the turf toe on his […...

OG Anunoby Not In The Lineup Against The Clippers

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (calf) won't suit up on Tuesday evening against the Clippers. Anunoby hasn't played in a while due to a strained left calf, and with the team looking toward the draft, it wouldn't be a surprise if he were done for the season. Fred VanVleet (hip), Pascal Siakam (shoulder), and Kyle […...

Dennis Smith Jr. To Miss Another Game

Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Smith Jr. (knee) remains out on Tuesday against Minnesota. No surprise here, as the journeyman hasn't played since the beginning of April due to left knee soreness. Cory Joseph (ankle) is also out, and if Frank Jackson (ankle) can't suit up either, Killian Hayes and Saben Lee should continue to monopolize […...

Cory Joseph To Miss Another One

Detroit Pistons guard Cory Joseph (ankle) won't play against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Joseph remains on the latest injury report due to soreness in his left ankle and will join comrades Jerami Grant (knee), Hamidou Diallo, and Dennis Smith Jr. (knee), among others, on the sidelines on Tuesday. Josh Jackson (tooth) and Frank Jackson (ankle) are […...

Hamidou Diallo Will Sit On Tuesday Evening

Detroit Pistons guard Hamidou Diallo will sit out against the Minnesota Timberwolves while adhering to health and safety protocols surrounding COVID-19. The 22-year-old will now miss his fourth straight contest, and with only two games left on the schedule, his season may be over. Cory Joseph (ankle), Frank Jackson (ankle), and Dennis Smith Jr. (knee) […...

Jerami Grant Out Against Minnesota

Detroit Pistons forward Jerami Grant (knee) will sit against Minnesota. Although Grant is officially listed on the latest injury report with right knee soreness, fans in the Motor City know what is really going on here as the team looks toward the draft. With over half the lineup out, Saddiq Bey and Isaiah Stewart should […...

Frank Jackson Questionable Against Wolves

Detroit Pistons guard Frank Jackson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's encounter with the Timberwolves. The 23-year-old popped up on the injury report with a right ankle sprain after leaving Sunday's game against Chicago, putting him in danger of joining over half the roster on the sidelines against Minnesota. If Jackson can suit up, he should […...

Russell Westbrook Passes The Big O

Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook passed Oscar Robertson to become the all-time leader in triple-doubles with 182. The former MVP put on a clinic against the Hawks on Monday night, finishing with 28 points, 21 assists, and 13 rebounds. Although Westbrook has been producing solid numbers throughout the year, for the most part, he has […...

P.J. Dozier Remains Out Against Charlotte

Denver Nuggets guard P.J. Dozier (hip) will remain out on Tuesday against Charlotte. No surprise here, as his absence due to a right Adductor strain could keep him on the shelf heading into the postseason. With Monte Morris (hamstring) questionable, he could be an intriguing fantasy option. However, if Morris isn't available, it will be […...

Aaron Gordon Probable Against Charlotte

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) is likely to suit up on Tuesday night against the Charlotte Hornets. The 25-year-old didn't play on Saturday due to a bruise on his right calf, but it appears he needed just one game to heal up. The 25-year-old hasn't done much since arriving from Orlando, averaging just 10 […...

Will Barton Out Again On Tuesday Night

Denver Nuggets forward Will Barton (hamstring) will miss Tuesday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran has sat out his previous nine games while dealing with a right hamstring strain. P.J. Dozier (hip) and Monte Morris (hamstring) are both out as well again, so the workload should continue to be divided up between Facundo Campazzo […...

Carmelo Anthony Out Again

Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (ankle) won't play against the Rockets. The veteran missed the team's last outing against the San Antonio Spurs, which opened the door for Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to get some extra work. Hollis-Jefferson isn't a reliable fantasy option in normal circumstances. However, he may get some additional minutes and chances on […...

Kelly Olynyk To Return Against Portland

Houston Rockets center Kelly Olynyk (ankle) will be in the lineup on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. The veteran sat out the team's previous game against Utah due to a sore right ankle, allowing Khyri Thomas to rack up 27 points throughout 34 minutes. However, Thomas may come back down to earth with Olynyk […...

Christian Wood Sitting On Monday Evening

Houston Rockets forward Christian Wood (ankle) won't be available for Monday's matchup against Portland. Wood continues to deal with right ankle soreness and has missed some time this season as a result. With the team looking toward next season, it wouldn't be a surprise if he already played his final game of the 2021 campaign. […...

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (5/9/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Happy Mother's Day. The FanDuel "Main Slate" closes the weekend with six games on the schedule. On Saturday night, the Wizards and Pacers went at it again, with Russell Westbrook, Domantas Sabonis, Caris Levert, and Bradley Beal, combining for just over 280 fantasy points. Stephen Curry had another monstrous outing, finishing with 49 points against […...

Wendell Carter Jr. Could Miss Another One On Sunday

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (eye) is questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the visiting Timberwolves. The former Duke Blue Devil is in danger of missing his third consecutive contest while tending to a cut around his left eye. If he doesn't play, fantasy managers should be prepared to pivot toward Mo Bamba, who […...

Kristaps Porzingis Out Against Cleveland

Dallas Mavericks forward Kristaps Porzingis (knee) will miss another one on Sunday against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old continues to deal with soreness in his right knee, an ailment that forced him to miss his previous five outings. With Maxi Kleber (Achilles) questionable, the door may be open for Dwight Powell and Willie Cauley-Stein to see […...

Maxi Kleber Questionable Against Cleveland

Dallas Mavericks center Maxi Kleber (Achilles) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Cleveland. The 29-year-old has missed the last three games while tending to soreness in his right Achilles. With Kristaps Porzingis out, Willie Cauley-Stein and Dwight Powell could be in line for more production if Kleber sits as well. However, Powell is the one […...

Darius Garland Remains Out On Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the visiting Dallas Mavericks. The 21-year-old has missed the last four games after sustaining a sprained left ankle against the Wizards at the end of April. Collin Sexton should continue to enjoy an increase in usage while running things at the point, while Isaac […...

Kevin Love Questionable Against Dallas

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (knee) is questionable for Sunday's contest against Dallas. The veteran will now miss another one as he continues to deal with a bruise on his left knee. Although the injury doesn't appear to be too serious, Love's career in Cleveland may be over after rumblings of a trade or buyout […...

Immanuel Quickley Doubtful On Sunday

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (ankle) isn't expected to play on Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers. The 21-year-old is currently dealing with a sprained left ankle and wasn't in the lineup on Friday against Phoenix as a result. With Alec Burks also likely to sit, Reggie Bullock and Derrick Rose should benefit the […...

Alec Burks Expected To Sit Against The Clippers

New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (knee) is listed as doubtful on Sunday against the Clippers. The veteran has been dealing with a bruised left knee, an ailment that caused him to miss the team's previous matchup against the scorching Phoenix Suns. With Immanuel Quickley (ankle) also expected to sit, Reggie Bullock and Derrick Rose […...

Robert Williams III Expected To Be In Uniform Against Miami

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (toe) may suit up against Miami on Sunday. The 23-year-old was expected to be out longer due to turf toe, or at least that is how coach Brad Stevens made it sound, so his designation against the Heat is somewhat of a surprise. Nonetheless, his potential presence will likely […...

Jaylen Brown Questionable Against Miami

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's meeting with the Miami Heat. Brown has missed several games while working his way back from a sprained right ankle. If he returns to the lineup, Marcus Smart and Evan Fournier will both likely see a decrease in minutes...

Ljay Newsome Exits With Elbow Injury

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Ljay Newsome (elbow) exited Saturday's outing against Texas. The 24-year-old lasted only an inning and was pulled after suffering inflammation in his right elbow. The righty doesn't offer much of an upside, so fantasy managers likely won't lose any sleep if he ends up taking a trip to the 10-day injured […...

X-Rays On Ronald Acuna Jr. Negative

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (hand) is considered day-to-day. The 23-year-old took a pitch to his left hand during Saturday's outing against the Phillies, resulting in a bruised left pinky. Luckily, x-rays were negative, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see him out of the lineup for the series finale against Philly on […...