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Cade Cunningham Likely To Play Versus Indiana
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is probable for Thursday night against Indiana. The designation is nothing for fantasy managers to be alarmed by, considering he's been on the injury report since returning from a lengthy absence caused by a knee injury. Of course, anything can happen, so Cunningham could miss this one. If that's […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoJalen Smith Might Return Against Detroit
Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Smith (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the visiting Pistons. The 23-year-old missed the Pacers' three games entering the All-Star break because of back spasms, so hopefully, the extra time off allowed him time to get things right. Smith has averaged 10.8 points and 5.6 rebounds this season, so he's […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoJulius Randle Doesn't Rule Out Surgery
New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (shoulder) reported he's "doing everything he can" to return to the floor this season. Unfortunately, he didn't rule out surgery. The 29-year-old has been out of the lineup for nearly a month because of a shoulder injury. Although the Knicks remain optimistic regarding a potential return, fantasy managers should […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoBojan Bogdanovic Practices On Wednesday
New York Knicks forward Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) practiced on Wednesday. The veteran sharpshooter, who was recently dealt by the Detroit Pistons, has averaged 13.0 points and 3.5 rebounds since arriving in New York. However, he's shot just 27.3% from deep, a significant drop from his average in Detroit, and wasn't available for the meeting with […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoIsaiah Hartenstein "On Track" For Thursday Return
New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) practiced on Wednesday. He's been out with Achilles soreness, although head coach Tom Thibodeau stated he's "on track" to suit up for Thursday's meeting in Philadelphia. Thibodeau also reported that Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) and Donte DiVincenzo (hamstring) also participated in Wednesday's session, with both men trending in a […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoMikal Bridges Committed To Brooklyn
According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, Brooklyn Nets guard Mikal Bridges is "100%" committed to the team. The former Sun recently expressed his disapproval of the offense under Jacque Vaughn, who has since been relieved of his head coaching duties. However, it appears Bridges plans to remain in Brooklyn. "I'm here now […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoThaddeus Young Officially Signs With Phoenix
Free-agent forward Thaddeus Young officially agreed to a contract with Phoenix. The 35-year-old was traded to Brooklyn ahead of the deadline but was eventually waived. He has suited up for seven teams throughout his career, most recently averaging 5.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 23 games with Toronto this season. Although those numbers […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoIsaiah Stewart Might Play On Thursday
Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart might play on Thursday in Indiana. The 22-year-old had missed the Pistons' final eight games entering the All-Star break because of an ankle injury. Although he is seemingly healthy enough to play, there were doubts regarding his availability after he was arrested for allegedly punching Suns forward Drew Eubanks before […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoLester Quinones Getting A Standard Contract
According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Warriors will convert the contract of guard Lester Quinones to a standard deal. The two-way player has appeared in 19 games for Golden State this season. He got off to a slow start. Yet, Quinones is beginning to get a consistent role in the rotation and has averaged […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoTorrey Craig Out At Least A Few Weeks
Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig (knee) suffered a right knee sprain while training during the All-Star break. He will be re-evaluated in a few weeks. However, the veteran could be sidelined longer. Craig has averaged 6.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.1 assists with the Bulls this season. Unfortunately, he'll now be on the shelf for […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoMax Strus Likely To Remain Starting
According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cavs head coach J.B. Bickerstaff isn't expected to make any changes to the starting lineup. Although nearly everyone in the first five is a lock to retain their roles, forward Max Strus has been mentioned as someone who could head back to the bench. However, Strus has played relatively […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoLeBron James Getting Treatment On Ankle
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will suit up for Sunday night's All-Star game. However, per James, he'll be limited. The multi-time MVP has battled various ailments throughout the 2023-24 campaign. But he's received treatment over the last few days for his left ankle issue, with more to come moving ahead. The 39-year-old continues […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoNerlens Noel Getting Interest From Multiple Clubs
According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, free agent center Nerlens Noel has reportedly received interest from several clubs around the National Basketball Association. More than a few teams are looking to fill a void, specifically Houston, Charlotte, and New York. The 2013 No. 6 overall pick has bounced around the league since getting drafted, […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoPistons Expected To Keep Evan Fournier?
According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Pistons are expected to keep guard Evan Fournier on the roster. The 31-year-old sharpshooter from France was traded to Detroit ahead of the deadline after spending three years in New York. He averaged 14.1 points in 80 games during the 2021-22 campaign. However, Fournier has played sparingly […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoKnicks Optimistic Julius Randle WIl Return This Season
According to SNY's Ian Begley, the Knicks remain optimistic that forward Julius Randle (shoulder) will be back at some point this season. The 29-year-old suffered a left shoulder injury during the January 27 matchup with the Miami Heat. He's making good progress in rehab. But Begley noted that the Knicks "aren't out of the woods […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoAnthony Edwards Cleared For Thursday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) will play on Thursday versus Portland. The 22-year-old was riding a questionable tag throughout the day. He went through shootaround on Thursday afternoon, so most had assumed he'd get the green light. Edwards has had a breakout season, averaging a career-high 26.1 points per game. He's only missed three […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoJaren Jackson Jr. Ruled Out Against Milwaukee
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) won't play on Thursday evening against Milwaukee. The 24-year-old was on the floor on Wednesday night versus the Houston Rockets. He finished with 18 points. However, Jackson got into foul trouble, limiting him to just 28 minutes of work. Nonetheless, Memphis is looking to get players healthy. The […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoDamian Lillard To Suit Up On Thursday
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (ankle) is good to go on Thursday night in Memphis. Lillard has been bothered by a left ankle injury over the last few weeks. However, he only missed a few games and has been available for the team's previous three contests. The multi-time All-Star has seen a dip on the […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoGiannis Antetokounmpo Available Against Memphis
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Thursday's game in Memphis. He was listed as probable, so there wasn't much concern from fantasy managers concerning his status for the Bucks' final game entering the All-Star break. This will be Antetokounmpo's first meeting versus the Grizzlies this season. But with Memphis listing 10 players […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoLeBron James "Committed To The Lakers"
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was the topic of trade rumblings before the deadline. However, his agent Rich Paul, speaking on the Stephen A. Smith Show, indicated that his client isn't going anywhere. "He's committed to the Lakers," said Paul. "Obviously, there's ups and downs and emotions throughout the course of a season, but […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoDanilo Gallinari To Sign With Milwaukee
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, free-agent forward Danilo Gallinari intends to sign with Milwaukee. The veteran sharpshooter has recently had discussions with several teams around the National Basketball Association, including the Clippers, Cavs, and Bulls. However, he'll ink a deal with the Bucks, making it his ninth team since entering the league in […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoAnthony Edwards Back On The Injury Report
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) is questionable for Thursday's clash with the Portland Trail Blazers. The ailment isn't anything new for the 2020 No. 1 overall pick. It also hasn't kept him off the floor recently. He's coming off a 41-point outing on Tuesday against Portland, the first of consecutive meetings between the clubs. […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoDamian Lillard Likely To Suit Up On Thursday
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (ankle) is expected to play on Thursday versus Memphis. The former Trail Blazer continues to deal with an ankle injury, an issue that's bothered him for at least a few weeks. However, he hasn't missed much time because of it, and Thursday night shouldn't be any different. Lillard is averaging […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoGiannis Antetokounmpo Probable Versus Memphis
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Thursday's game versus Memphis. It's another appearance on the injury report for the multi-time MVP, although fantasy managers are used to this by now. He's averaged 30.7 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 5.3 assists this year. He's also playing at an elite level defensively, logging 1.4 steals […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoKhris Middleton Still Out On Thursday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) won't play on Thursday versus Memphis. The oft-injured veteran remains out because of a sprained left knee, an ailment that will keep him out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive contest. That said, the All-Star break is around the corner, giving Middleton more time to work his way […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoDereck Lively II Logs 17 Minutes In Return
Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (nose) was back in the lineup for Monday's 116-93 win over the Spurs. The rookie missed seven games because of a broken nose, an injury that required surgical intervention. He finished with only eight points, going 3-for-5 from the field, adding five rebounds and one assist. Lively came off […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoKentavious Caldwell-Pope Sidelined Against Kings
Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring) won't play on Wednesday against Sacramento. He's been battling a hamstring issue, keeping him out of the lineup for the previous two games heading into Monday's meeting with Milwaukee. Although Caldwell-Pope was available for that one, he logged only nine minutes before exiting. With Jamal Murray (leg) also out, […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoJamal Murray Absent On Wednesday
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (leg) won't play on Wednesday versus Sacramento. This one shouldn't surprise anyone, considering he was downgraded from questionable to doubtful throughout the day. Barring a setback, he should be back immediately after the All-Star break. However, until Murray returns to the lineup, Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr., and Aaron Gordon […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoDonte DiVincenzo Sidelined Versus Orlando
New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo (hamstring) won't suit up for Wednesday's matchup with Orlando. The 27-year-old is coming off a 23-point, two-steal showing on Monday against the Houston Rockets. However, he suffered a hamstring issue in that one. Fortunately, it doesn't appear he'll be out long, so there's a good chance he will return […]
Dennis Clausen 9 months agoIsaiah Hartenstein Out Again
New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) won't play on Wednesday versus Orlando. He had carried a questionable tag throughout the day. However, the Achilles issue is still bothering him, so he'll miss a third consecutive contest. As a result, Precious Achiuwa will continue to see extra work, with the former Raptor coming off an […]
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