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Karl-Anthony Towns Posts Double-Double In Win
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns finished Wednesday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs with 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists in 28 minutes of work. Have no fear for the long-term, as Towns was limited due to the nature of the eventual 39-point win. Towns added a pair of threes to continue his streak […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDanuel House Pours In 18 Points In 23 Minutes
Houston Rockets shooting guard/small forward Danuel House took full advantage of his second game with the franchise Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. With Chris Paul and Gerald Green unavailable, House got 23 minutes off the bench and finished with 18 points and five rebounds. He finished 6-for-13 from the floor and knocked down a pair […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJames Ennis Scores 18 Points In Defeat
Houston Rockets small forward James Ennis reaped the benefits of James Harden’s season-high 17-assist performance against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Ennis finished with 18 points, knocking down 8-of-13 shots from the floor, setting a new season high in shot attempts with both Chris Paul and Gerald Green out. Ennis has started all 17 games […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoEric Gordon Fires Up 10 Threes In Loss
Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon was asked to take on an increased offensive role again Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks with Chris Paul and Gerald Green both ruled out. The result was that Gordon finished with 17 points on 6-of-15 shooting overall, going 3-for-10 from long range. Gordon remains in the top-5 in the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoClint Capela Has Double-Double Streak Snapped
Houston Rockets center Clint Capela finished Wednesday’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks with 18 points and eight rebounds, failing to record a double-double for the first time in his last seven games. Capela was his normally efficient self from the field, finishing 9-for-12, but looked totally out of whack at the free-throw line on his […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJames Harden Posts First Triple-Double Of Season
Houston Rockets point/shooting guard James Harden answered his 54-point game Monday by posting his first triple-double of the season Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Harden finished with 25 points on 7-for-15 shooting, tying his season low with just 15 shot attempts one game after attempting a season-high 32. Without Chris Paul in the lineup, Harden […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Harris Scores 20 Points In 15 Minutes
Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris dialed back the clock to his days of scoring like an All-Star during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, pouring in 20 points on 6-for-8 shooting -- including 5-for-6 from deep -- in just 15 minutes of action. Make that two consecutive Wednesday’s in which Harris has gone off […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoWesley Matthews Has Quiet Night In Victory
Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Wesley Matthews scored 11 points during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets. Matthews logged 23 minutes and aside from those 11 points on 5-of-9 shooting, didn’t do much else by way of statistical contribution. There was an assist, but that was the extent of it, marking the third time this season […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoHarrison Barnes Hits Trio Of Threes In Win
Dallas Mavericks small forward Harrison Barnes continued to fire from long range during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, knocking down a trio of triples en route to finishing with 13 points. Barnes is now averaging 2.2 made threes per game through his first 15 contests, on pace for a new career high. He remains […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJ.J. Barea Delivers Third Double-Double Of Season
Dallas Mavericks point guard J.J. Barea needed just 18 minutes to record a double-double against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. It’s the third double-double off the bench this season for Barea, who finished with 13 points and 12 assists, while also adding three rebounds for good measure. Despite averaging fewer than 20 minutes per game, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDennis Smith Jr. Contributes Across The Board
Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. did a little bit of everything during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, playing a team-high 31 minutes while finishing with 10 points, five rebounds, five assists and four steals. Smith was questionable with a wrist injury to play Wednesday, but that didn’t stop him from setting a […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoLuka Doncic Ties Team High With 20 Points
Dallas Mavericks point guard/small forward Luka Doncic was questionable heading into Wednesday’s game against the Houston Rockets, but was able to pour in 20 points on 6-for-11 shooting in just 24 minutes during the win. Doncic drilled a trio of threes, making it seven consecutive games in which he has had multiple threes made. The […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDeAndre Jordan Logs Just 24 Minutes
Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan saw only 24 minutes of action during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets. That total marks the second-fewest minutes logged by Jordan this year, with the other instance coming in a 50-point blowout. Jordan delivered a 13-point, seven-rebound evening Wednesday, hitting 4-of-5 shots from the floor, but it’s concerning for […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Booker To Give It A Go Wednesday
Phoenix Suns point/shooting guard Devin Booker is going to take the floor Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers despite being listed as doubtful with a toe injury relatively close to tip. Owners are likely locked into Booker one way or the other at this point, so the best-case scenario sees him logging his usual minutes. […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoT.J. Warren Cleared To Play Wednesday
Phoenix Suns small forward T.J. Warren has been given the thumbs up to play in Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Warren had a questionable designation slapped on him a few hours prior to tip due to a sore right ankle, but it appears he’s going to give it a go on the second […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMarcin Gortat Ruled Out On Wednesday
Los Angeles Clippers center Marcin Gortat has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to back spasms. Gortat was able to warm-up for the contest, but will ultimately be unable to go, which could mean Montrezl Harrell will be in line for more minutes at the center position, along with Boban […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Booker Doubtful To Play Wednesday
Phoenix Suns point/shooting guard Devin Booker is doubtful to play in Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a toe injury. Booker wasn’t listed on the injury report all day, so his potential absence could put owners in a bind. Booker has scored at least 20 points in five consecutive games and taken […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoStephen Curry To Return To Action Saturday
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will make his much-anticipated return to the floor Saturday against the Detroit Pistons. Curry has already been ruled out for Thursday’s contest against the Toronto Raptors, but that appears to be the last time the left groin strain that has hampered him will keep him on the bench. Head […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKosta Koufos Tagged As Questionable For Thursday
Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a strained right calf. Being tagged questionable is a step forward for Koufos, who has missed the previous seven games, and 13 games in total for Sacramento this season. Should he be able to suit up, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMalik Monk Won’t Return With Quad Injury
Charlotte Hornets shooting guard Malik Monk has been ruled out for the second half of Wednesday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets due to a quad injury. Monk logged eight minutes in the first half, scoring two points while adding three assists and one rebound. Monk delivered a career-high 26-point performance against the Hawks on Sunday, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoAaron Gordon Ruled Out On Wednesday
Orlando Magic small/power forward Aaron Gordon has been ruled out for Wednesday’s contest against the Portland Trail Blazers due to back stiffness. Jonathan Isaac will make the start in his place and not have a minutes restriction, which could make him a highly-sought DFS play on the night slate. Gordon was held scoreless against the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoPau Gasol Out Indefinitely With Stress Fracture
San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol will remain out indefinitely due to a stress fracture in his right foot, head coach Gregg Popovich confirmed. Gasol hasn’t appeared in a game since Nov. 4, having missed the last 11 contests for San Antonio. In his place, Jakob Poeltl has seen minutes off the bench, but it’s […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoAlfonzo McKinnie To Miss Seventh Straight Game
Golden State Warriors small forward Alfonzo McKinnie will be sidelined for the seventh straight game Thursday against the Toronto Raptors due to left foot soreness. It will be at least two weeks since McKinnie last saw game action, stunting any early-season momentum he may have had while averaging 6.3 points across 15.7 minutes of action […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDraymond Green To Remain Sidelined Thursday
Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green will remain out for Thursday’s contest against the Toronto Raptors due to the toe injury that has sidelined him for nine of his last 11 games. Green hasn’t looked right while on the floor in the month of November, failing to produce a double-digit scoring outing, while also […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoStephen Curry Ruled Out For Thursday’s Game
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will remain sidelined for Thursday’s game against the Toronto Raptors due to the left groin injury that has cost him 11 straight contests. Figure for Quinn Cook to continue starting in Curry’s stead, making him a valuable fantasy commodity for the time being, although Curry has his sights […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoT.J. Warren Questionable For Wednesday’s Game
Phoenix Suns small forward T.J. Warren is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a sore right ankle. Warren would be attempting to push through his ailment on the second leg of a back-to-back, having scored 25 points in 39 minutes Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers. Should the Suns’ […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJabari Parker Continues Hot Stretch
Chicago Bulls small/power forward Jabari Parker delivered his third double-double in his last four games Monday against the San Antonio Spurs, finishing with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Prior to this stretch, Parker had just one double-double all season, showcasing how comfortable he has gotten in the Chicago scheme. Owners that were patient with Parker […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoRyan Arcidiacono Scores Career-High 22 Points
Chicago Bulls point guard Ryan Arcidiacono scored a career-high 22 points against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, but he needed 24 for his team to get the win. Arcidiacono found the ball in his hands as the clock neared zeroes, resulting in his game-winning attempt clanking off the rim. From a fantasy perspective, it […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJustin Holiday Stays Scorching Hot From Deep
Chicago Bulls shooting guard/small forward Justin Holiday may have been denied a third consecutive double-double Monday against the San Antonio Spurs, but he managed to knock down five three-pointers to help him finish the night with 17 points. What has turned Holiday into a must-have fantasy bargain is his ability to contribute on both ends […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoWendell Carter Jr. Posts Quiet Night Against Spurs
Chicago Bulls center Wendell Carter Jr. finished with eight points and six rebounds against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, logging at least five fouls for the fourth consecutive game. After some early season success that has thrust the rookie into the starting lineup on a nightly basis, his expectations have cratered back to earth, […]
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