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Jaylen Brown Not Expected To Be Limited On Sunday
Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (knee) doesn't believe he'll face a minutes restriction in Sunday's playoff battle with the Orlando Magic. He suffered from posterior impingement in his right knee, forcing him to miss nine of the Celtics final 20 games of the regular season. Fortunately, head coach Joe Mazzulla reported Brown has looked good. […]
Dennis Clausen
Kevin Durant To Houston Already Losing Steam
According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Rockets are "less likely" to pursue a trade for Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant. ESPN's Shams Charania reported KD to Houston could be a possibility. However, the Stein Line has reported that a move between the clubs isn't expected since Durant "is not on the same timeline as […]
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Lauri Markkanen Wants To Stay With The Jazz
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen would like to remain with the club. "Definitely," said Markkanen when asked if he wants to stay in Utah. "I love being in Utah." He also won't be phased by anticipated trade rumors this offseason. "We'll see what happens in summer, there's things you can't control, but I love being […]
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Anthony Davis Available On Wednesday Night
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (adductor) will play on Wednesday against the Kings. AD was listed as probable, so most DFS participants were already anticipating his availability for the pivotal Play-In meeting with Sacramento. He met the Kings four times during the regular season, averaging 24.5 points, 14.5 rebounds, 2.8 blocks, and 1.5 steals, giving […]
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Ja Morant Says He'll Play On Friday Night
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (ankle) says he'll suit up for Friday's Play-In game against the Kings or Mavericks. He tweaked his ankle in Tuesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors. Still, Morant finished with 22 points in 35 minutes. DFS managers will likely see the 24-year-old pop up on the Injury report heading into […]
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Kevin Durant, Rockets Have "Level Of Mutual Interest"
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Rockets might be interested in trading for Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant this offseason. Charania stated both sides have a "level of mutual interest," although things could change depending on how far the Rockets advance during the playoffs. He has one year left on his current deal, so it's […]
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Moses Moody Available Versus Memphis
Golden State Warriors forward Moses Moody (back) will play on Tuesday versus Memphis. He began experiencing back tightness on Tuesday morning, resulting in a questionable tag. But the 22-year-old had no issues going through pre-game warmups. With Moody on the floor, Buddy Hield, who would have been in line to start, likely won't be as […]
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Dalen Terry Probable Versus The Heat
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Dalen Terry (calf) is probable for Wednesday's Play-In matchup against Miami. The 22-year-old logged 17 minutes in Sunday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. With Lonzo Ball (wrist) doubtful, he should continue to receive more minutes. However, Terry hasn't hit the double-digit scoring mark since March 24, so he may not be the […]
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Lonzo Ball Doubtful For Wednesday Night
Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Miami. He hasn't played since February 28, and it doesn't appear a return in on the horizon. Fortunately, Josh Giddey (forearm) is expected to return from a two-game absence. Dalen Terry (calf) is also anticipated to suit up, so he should continue to […]
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Anthony Davis Probable Versus Sacramento
Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (adductor) is probable heading into Wednesday's Play-In showdown with the Kings. He didn't play in Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies, with Naji Marshall handling things at the four spot and finishing with 11 points. AD will likely appear on the Injury report as long as the Mavs remain alive moving […]
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Trae Young Cleared To Face Orlando
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) is available for Tuesday's Play-In showdown with the Orlando Magic. The former Oklahoma Sooner was listed as probable due to the Achilles Tendinitis that plagued him for most of the 2024-25 campaign. However, he'll be out there for the Southeast Division matchup. Young has faced Orlando three times this […]
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Josh Giddey Expected To Play On Wednesday Night
Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (forearm) is probable heading into Wednesday's Play-In matchup against the visiting Heat. He missed the final two games of the regular season. But head coach Billy Donovan remains optimistic Giddey will be out there versus Miami. If that's the case, Julian Phillips, coming off a nine-point, seven-assist, two-steal performance, will […]
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Moses Moody Added To The Injury Report
Golden State Warriors forward Moses Moody (back) is now questionable for Tuesday's Play-In game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 24-year-old has started 34 games for the Warriors this season. Unfortunately, he popped up on the Injury report because of back spasms, putting his availability in jeopardy. If Moody can't suit up, Buddy Hield, averaging 12.1 […]
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Jared McCain Doing "A Little Jumping" Without Pain
Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain (knee) is progressing toward a return to the court, recently stating he's been doing "a little jumping" without pain. The 2024 No. 16 overall pick had a fantastic inaugural year, averaging 23.8 points and 4.3 assists in eight starts. Unfortunately, he suffered a season-ending meniscus tear in December, resulting in […]
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Quentin Grimes "Comfortable" In Philadelphia
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Quentin Grimes will be a restricted free agent this offseason. However, it appears he wants to stay in Philly. "I'm very comfortable here," said Maxey while speaking after Sunday's 122-102 loss to the Chicago Bulls. "I could definitely see myself being here in the future." Still, Grimes understands the "NBA is a […]
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Tyrese Maxey Progressing In Recovery
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (finger) is "progressing well." However, the 24-year-old indicated he'll need "about another month" before resuming basketball drills. He had a quality 2024-25 campaign, averaging a career-high 26.3 points with 6.1 assists. His three-point shooting took a dip. Yet, Maxey made up for it by increasing his contributions on the defensive […]
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Jalen Brunson Out Versus The Nets
Brooklyn Nets guard Jalen Brunson (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus the Nets. The Knicks will enter the playoffs as the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference. As expected, the team will give Brunson the day off to rest after appearing in consecutive contests on Thursday and Friday. Without him, Miles McBride, averaging 13.7 […]
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Karl-Anthony Towns Out Against Brooklyn
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) won't play on Sunday against Brooklyn. He was listed as questionable. However, not many expected to see KAT on the floor. Jalen Brunson (ankle), Josh Hart (knee), and OG Anunoby (thumb) also won't suit up, meaning DFS managers could see increased production from Precious Achiuwa, Landry Shamet, Cameron […]
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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Available On Sunday
Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (knee) will play on Sunday against the Hawks. KCP didn't suit up on Friday night versus the Indiana Pacers. However, he'll be out there for the regular-season finale. It's tough to say how much action Caldwell-Pope will get, considering the Magic are locked into the Play-In. Still, his availability should […]
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Wendell Carter Jr. Available On Sunday
Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) is available for Sunday's meeting with the Hawks. He didn't play on Friday in the win over the Indiana Pacers, opening the door for Goga Bitadze to enter the starting lineup and finish with 11 points, seven boards, and two blocks. It's unknown if Carter will see his […]
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Paolo Banchero Won't Play Against Atlanta
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (ankle) won't suit up for Sunday's clash with the Hawks. He'll miss his second-straight game on Sunday. However, the Magic are heading to the Play-In tournament, so there's no reason Banchero needs to be out there. Franz Wagner (knee) also won't get on the floor. But Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (knee) and […]
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Trae Young Won't Suit Up Versus Orlando
Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (Achilles) won't suit up for Sunday's clash with the Orlando Magic. The Hawks are Play-In bound, so there's no reason Young needs to be on the floor for the season finale. Most of the other members of the starting lineup also won't suit up. But as far as the one […]
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Chet Holmgren Out On Sunday
Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (back) won't play on Sunday versus the Pelicans. He'll miss another game because of low back spasms. But, truth be told, Holmgren will sit this one out to rest before OKC enters the postseason as the top seed in the Western Conference. Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) is also out, meaning […]
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Out Again On Sunday
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (shin) won't play on Sunday against the Pelicans. The Thunder stamped their ticket as the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference long ago. As expected, the club will give SGA another game off before OKC begins the hunt for an NBA Championship. The other members of the starting […]
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Pascal Siakam Out Versus Cleveland
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (elbow) won't play on Sunday against Cleveland. He didn't suit up for Friday's loss to the Magic. As a result, Obi Toppin entered the starting lineup. Unfortunately, he struggled, ending the night with only four points. With Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith off the injury report, it's unknown if Toppin […]
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Tyrese Haliburton Remains Out On Sunday
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (back) will remain out for Sunday's Central Division clash with the Cavaliers. He didn't suit up for Friday's loss to the Orlando Magic. But the Pacers are thinking about the playoffs, so Haliburton can take another game off. T.J. McConnell got the start versus Orlando, finishing with 12 points and […]
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Derrick White Out For The Season Finale
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (neck) won't play on Sunday against the Hornets. The Celtics already locked up the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. Fortunately, this will allow the club to sit White and the rest of their core producers. As a result, Payton Pritchard, who had 15 points and 10 assists in […]
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Kristaps Porzingis Out Versus Charlotte
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) won't play on Sunday against Charlotte. The veteran missed eight straight games in February and March because of an illness. He also sat out four more contests since returning for the March 15 win over the Brooklyn Nets. With that said, the Celtics have already secured the No. 2 […]
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Jayson Tatum Resting On Sunday
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (rest) won't play on Sunday against the Hornets. The C's are heading to the postseason as the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. Fortunately, this will enable the club to rest some of their core performers, including Tatum, Jrue Holiday (shoulder), Jaylen Brown (knee), Kristaps Porzingis (illness), Al Horford […]
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Jaylen Brown Receiving Treatment On His Right Knee
Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (knee) won't play on Sunday against Charlotte. The right knee injury has been an issue of late. Unfortunately, the problem may not be gone anytime soon, with ESPN's Ramona Shelburne reporting Brown received "pain management injections in an effort to promote healing." The 28-year-old struggled in Tuesday's overtime win over […]
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