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Caris LeVert Scores 15 Points During Victory
Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Caris Levert compiled 15 points during Monday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs, his highest total since returning from injury. LeVert logged 27 minutes and did not turn the ball over, adding seven assists and five rebounds on a night where he shot 5-for-14 overall, adding a pair of made triples. […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJoe Harris Extends Three-Point Percentage League Lead
Brooklyn Nets shooting guard/small forward Joe Harris picked up where he left off during NBA All-Star Weekend on Monday, going 5-for-6 from long range during his team’s win over the San Antonio Spurs. Harris took just one shot inside the arc, with all 15 points of his points coming from deep. Now sitting at 47.8 […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoD'Angelo Russell Drills Five Threes In Win
Brooklyn Nets point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell stayed hot from deep during Monday’s victory over the San Antonio Spurs, stroking five triples on 11 attempts. Russell finished with 23 points, eight assists and seven rebounds, having now averaged 8.9 assists per contest over his last seven outings. As Brooklyn attempts to snag a playoff spot, look […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoLaMarcus Aldridge Bounces Back With Double-Double
San Antonio Spurs power forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge delivered rather uninspiring outings in his previous two contests, but responded with a dominant 26-point, 10-rebound effort during Monday’s loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Aldridge saw his field-goal attempts hike back up, finishing 12-for-21 from the field, adding in three blocks. With San Antonio in the thick of […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKemba Walker Continues To Fire From Three In Loss
Charlotte Hornets point guard Kemba Walker was unable to lead his team to victory Monday against the Golden State Warriors, but you cannot doubt that he tried. Walker shot 9-for-24 from the field overall, including 3-for-12 from three during his 23-point performance. Walker has now attempted at least nine threes in nine of his last […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDraymond Green Produces Packed Stat Sheet
Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green delivered one of his quintessentially diverse stat lines during Monday’s victory over the Charlotte Hornets. Green recorded a double-double behind 14 points and 10 assists, also pitching in eight rebounds and three blocks. He tied his season high with six turnovers, matching his opening night mark, but shot […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoCody Zeller Drops Career-High 28 Points
Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller set a new career-best with 28 points on 13-for-14 shooting during Monday’s defeat to the Golden State Warriors. Zeller was essentially perfect down low, tying for his highest minutes total (37) logged this season. He also added value on the glass, pitching in nine rebounds to go along with three […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDeMarcus Cousins Delivers Season-High 24 Points
Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins logged a season-high 31 minutes during Monday’s victory over the Charlotte Hornets, which paved the way for him to score a season-best 24 points. Cousins compiled his fourth consecutive double-double during the outing, adding 11 rebounds. He once again contributed up and down the stat sheet, adding three assists […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKlay Thompson Drops Team-High 26 Points
Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson led the charge with a 26-point outing during Monday’s win over the Charlotte Hornets. It was a solid all-around outing for Golden State’s wing marksman, adding five assists and two rebounds to his three made triples. After a slow start to open the year from deep, Thompson is […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoGeorge Hill Set To Miss Multiple Contests
Milwaukee Bucks point guard George Hill is expected to be sidelined for the next handful of games due to a left groin strain. Hill is making his first absence Monday since joining the Bucks via trade in December. Milwaukee’s concern in Hill’s short-term health is evident by the fact that they wasted little time in […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoTrey Lyles To Remain Sidelined Tuesday
Denver Nuggets power forward Trey Lyles will miss his third consecutive game due to a left hamstring strain when his squad faces off with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Lyles has proven to be an effective bench cog, albeit one with shaky fantasy value due to Denver’s glut of frontcourt talent. His next chance […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDeAndre Jordan Unlikely To Play Tuesday
New York Knicks center DeAndre Jordan is tagged as doubtful to play in Tuesday’s game versus the Orlando Magic due to a left ankle injury. Jordan has missed one outing to this point due to the injury, with Noah Vonleh taking his place in the starting five. Mitchell Robinson would be worth keeping an eye […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoIsaiah Canaan Inks 10-Day Contract With Bucks
Point guard Isaiah Canaan will join his third team of the season after signing a 10-day contract with the Milwaukee Bucks. Canaan started 15 games for the Phoenix Suns and one for the Minnesota Timberwolves earlier this year, averaging a combined 6.7 points and 3.1 assists per contest. The move to sign Canaan comes in […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoC.J. Miles Ruled Out On Monday
Memphis Grizzlies small forward C.J. Miles will miss Monday’s contest against the Los Angeles Lakers due to right hip soreness. Miles has seen his role take an uptick over his five appearances with Memphis, averaging 8.4 points per game. The 14-year vet will cede way in the rotation to the plethora of Grizzlies wing options, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMaximilian Kleber Cleared To Return Monday
Dallas Mavericks power forward/center Maximilian Kleber will be back in the fold for Monday’s game versus the Los Angeles Clippers after a one-game absence due to an illness. There has been no word yet on whether or not Kleber will re-enter the starting five, but he has started each of his previous eight outings. Kleber […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoSterling Brown Unavailable For Monday’s Game
Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard Sterling Brown will miss Monday’s contest against the Chicago Bulls due to right wrist soreness. Brown may have been able to snag a few extra minutes had he suited up with Giannis Antetokounmpo out, but instead Brown will be sidelined for the first time in nearly a month. All 48 of […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoNene Hilario To Miss Monday’s Game
Houston Rockets center Nene Hilario will sit out Monday’s contest versus the Atlanta Hawks due to rest purposes. Houston has been cautious with their veteran big man this season, having given him just 13.4 minutes of run per night and allowing him until Wednesday against the Charlotte Hornets to rest up. Kenneth Faried will remain […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDarius Miller Ruled Out For Monday’s Game
New Orleans Pelicans small forward Darius Miller has been ruled out for Monday’s contest against the Philadelphia 76ers due to a right ankle sprain. Miller’s absence will mark his third straight game on the bench, having started eight of the last nine games he has appeared in. How he’ll be used upon his return is […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKevin Huerter Set To Play Monday
Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Kevin Huerter will make his return to action for Monday’s game versus the Houston Rockets after a two-game absence due to an ankle injury. With Taurean Prince on the shelf, Huerter should rise to the top of the crowded Atlanta wing rotation, looking to reclaim the minutes he was so heftly […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDerrick Jones Jr. Unable To Play Monday
Miami Heat small/power forward Derrick Jones Jr. will miss Monday’s game versus the Phoenix Suns due to an illness that was announced earlier in the day. Jones seemed to be in line for extended run against his former squad with James Johnson also ruled out, but the Heat will instead be limited by injuries up […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoOtto Porter To Miss Monday’s Contest
Chicago Bulls small forward Otto Porter has been ruled out for Monday’s game versus the Milwaukee Bucks due to a left lower leg strain. Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot will enter the starting five in place of Porter, although the former’s lack of offensive contributions may make him a shaky DFS proposition. Porter has looked strong in six […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJeff Teague Ruled Out On Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague will be absent for Monday’s contest against the Sacramento Kings due to left knee soreness. In his stead, Derrick Rose and Tyus Jones figure to absorb his minutes against a Sacramento defensive unit that has struggled in guarding opposing point guards this season. Teague’s career-best average of 8.1 assists […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKris Dunn To Miss Monday’s Outing
Chicago Bulls point guard Kris Dunn will be absent from Monday’s game versus the Milwaukee Bucks due to a “severe” migraine. Ryan Arcidiacono has been announced as the starter at the point in his place, although Zach LaVine could also be tabbed for additional ball-handling duties. Dunn has been in a rut from the floor […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJames Johnson To Miss Monday’s Game
Miami Heat power forward James Johnson has been ruled out for Monday’s contest versus the Phoenix Suns due to a left shoulder injury. Johnson’s absence will mark his second straight game on the sidelines, paving the way for Kelly Olynyk and Bam Adebayo to see more opportunities in the frontcourt. Unable to find his groove […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJordan Bell To Be Sidelined Monday
Golden State Warriors power forward/center Jordan Bell will be absent for Monday’s contest versus the Charlotte Hornets due to flu-like symptoms, with the team going as far as keeping him at the hotel in order to avoid infecting other players. Bell’s playing time has fluctuated wildly as of late with his spot on the depth […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoRodney McGruder Ruled Out For Monday’s Contest
Miami Heat shooting guard Rodney McGruder entered the starting lineup Saturday, but will be absent from the rotation entirely Monday against the Phoenix Suns due to a knee injury, although his MRI results did not reveal any damage that would keep him out long term. It’s been a roller coaster season for McGruder, who is […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoTyreke Evans To Suit Up Monday
Indiana Pacers point/shooting guard Tyreke Evans has been cleared to play in Monday’s contest versus the Detroit Pistons after being tagged as questionable earlier in the day due to left ankle soreness. Evans has remained a key bench cog for the Pacers in the absence of Victor Oladipo, although his scoring has taken a step […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoGiannis Antetokounmpo Ruled Out On Monday
Milwaukee Bucks small forward Giannis Antetokounmpo will officially sit out Monday’s game versus the Chicago Bulls due to right knee soreness. Antetokounmpo had been doubtful throughout the day Monday, with the remainder of his teammates in position to see slight bumps in usage without their leading scorer on the scene. There likely isn’t much cause […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJustise Winslow Ruled Out For Monday’s Game
Miami Heat point guard/small forward Justise Winslow will miss Monday’s outing versus the Phoenix Suns due to a knee injury. The contest will be Winslow’s second straight game in street clothes, as he was doubtful to play Monday from the jump. His absence should allow Goran Dragic to see an increased workload as he makes […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMyles Turner Cleared To Suit Up Monday
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner will make his return to action for Monday’s game against the Detroit Pistons after having previously missed his team’s past two outings due to a hip injury. Turner was able to go through shootaround earlier in the day, so the fact that he’ll give it a go isn’t all that […]
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