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John Collins, Lou Williams Questionable To Play Friday
Atlanta Hawks power forward/center John Collins (shoulder) and shooting guard Lou Williams (back) have been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's game vs. Toronto. In Collins' case, right shoulder soreness is the best case scenario after he appeared to sustain a significant injury Thursday. With Danilo Gallinari (hamstring) already out, De'Andre Hunter would stand […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoZach Collins Set To Make Season Debut Friday
San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's game vs. the Rockets, paving the way for the 24-year-old to make his season -- and team -- debut. Collins, who last appeared in game action on Aug. 13, 2020, has been hampered by ankle injuries. He should […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoCade Cunningham, Josh Jackson Will Miss Friday’s Game
Detroit Pistons shooting guards Cade Cunningham (hip) and Josh Jackson (back) have been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Celtics. Cunningham is battling a hip pointer that has sidelined him for two straight outings, while Jackson is missing his fourth straight due to back spasms. While Rodney McGruder stepped into the starting five in […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoZach LaVine, Coby White Questionable To Play Friday
Chicago Bulls shooting guard Zach LaVine (back) and point guard Coby White (groin) have been tagged as questionable to suit up for Friday's game vs. the Pacers. With Chicago on the second leg of a back-to-back and with another set for Sunday and Monday, it wouldn't be a surprise to see either player held out. […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoDejounte Murray, Jakob Poeltl Will Return To Action Friday
San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray (wrist) and center Jakob Poeltl (concussion) have been removed from the injury report ahead of Friday's contest vs. Houston. Murray, who was left off the NBA All-Star roster, has been on a tear as of late, averaging 22.6 points, 11.1 assists, and 9.1 rebounds across his last seven […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJames Harden Will Miss Friday’s Contest
Brooklyn Nets point guard James Harden (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz due to a tight left hamstring. Harden's absence -- along with that of Kevin Durant (knee) -- elevates Kyrie Irving to the highest DFS tier, seeing his ceiling rise exponentially. Harden, one of two players in the league […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoPortland Acquires Eric Bledsoe, Justise Winslow
Veteran guard Eric Bledsoe and former lottery selection Justise Winslow highlight the return package that the Portland Trail Blazers have acquired in the deal that sends Norman Powell and Robert Covington to the Clippers. Bledsoe had seen his role diminish in his first season back with LA, averaging just 9.9 points across 25.2 minutes on […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoClippers Land Norman Powell, Robert Covington In Trade
The LA Clippers have begun to bulk up their roster ahead of the trade deadline, adding small forwards Norman Powell and Robert Covington to the mix in a deal that sent Eric Bledsoe, Justise Winslow and Keon Johnson to Portland. The move serves as added depth for an LA squad that is unlikely to have Kawhi […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoOtto Porter Jr. Draws Questionable Tag For Thursday
Golden State Warriors small/power forward Otto Porter Jr. (back) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Thursday's contest against Sacramento due to lower back tightness. Porter, who has scored in double figures in a season-high five straight contests, has missed each of the last two games, which has opened the door for Jonathan Kuminga […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoCade Cunningham, Josh Jackson Questionable For Thursday
Detroit Pistons shooting guards Cade Cunningham (hip) and Josh Jackson (back) have been tagged as questionable to take the floor for Thursday's contest vs. Minnesota. Cunningham was somewhat of a surprise addition to Tuesday's lineup, although he was limited to just 21 minutes as he works through a hip pointer. Jackson, an integral member of […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJakob Poeltl, Jock Landale Enter Concussion Protocols
San Antonio Spurs centers Jakob Poeltl (concussion) and Jock Landale (concussion) have both been ruled out for Thursday's game vs. Miami after the duo entered the league's concussion protocols Wednesday. Both players sustained blows to the head during Tuesday's loss to the Warriors, leaving Drew Eubanks and Thaddeus Young as the team's options at center […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoD'Angelo Russell, Patrick Beverley Questionable For Thursday
Minnesota Timberwolves point guards D'Angelo Russell (shin) and Patrick Beverley (ankle) have been deemed questionable to suit up for Thursday's game against Detroit. Russell has missed each of the team's past three contests due to a shin contusion, while Beverley returned from a five-game absence to log 15 minutes Tuesday. While Beverley would see his […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoSeth Curry Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest
Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard Seth Curry (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Wizards due to back spasms. Curry recently missed four outings due to an ankle ailment and has since struggled from long range (3-for-15) since returning. His absence will pave the way for Isaiah Joe to see an elevated role, […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoDejounte Murray, Doug McDermott Questionable For Thursday
San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray (wrist) and small forward Doug McDermott (ankle) have picked up questionable designations ahead of Thursday's contest vs. the Heat. Murray was able to play through the ailment to log 27 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists across 38 minutes Tuesday, a positive sign for his potential availability. McDermott, […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoStephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins Will Return Thursday
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (toe) and small forward Andrew Wiggins (knee) have been removed from the team's injury report ahead of Thursday's contest vs. Sacramento. Both players were sidelined for Tuesday's win over San Antonio, with their returns corralling the substantial DFS upside of Jordan Poole, Moses Moody, and Damion Lee. Curry […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoThomas Bryant Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest
Washington Wizards center Thomas Bryant (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game vs. Philadelphia due to a sprained right ankle. Bryant had shifted back into the starting five over the team's two previous outings, but Daniel Gafford will reclaim that spot Wednesday, albeit with the difficult task of corralling Joel Embiid. Bryant has been […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoOshae Brissett, Goga Bitadze Will Miss Wednesday’s Game
Indiana Pacers power forward Oshae Brissett (ankle) and center Goga Bitadze (foot) have been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against Orlando. Indiana's frontcourt will be extremely shorthanded with the duo joining Domantas Sabonis (health and safety protocols) on the sidelines. Isaiah Jackson delivered a breakout performance Monday (26 points, 10 rebounds) and is set to […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoOtto Porter Jr., Nemanja Bjelica Will Miss Tuesday’s Game
Golden State Warriors small/power forward Otto Porter Jr. (rest) and power forward/center Nemanja Bjelica (back) have been ruled out for Tuesday's contest vs. the Spurs. Golden State is set to be extremely shorthanded for the outing with Stephen Curry (toe), Klay Thompson (rest), Draymond Green (back), and others all ruled out. The loss of Porter […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJosh Hart Will Miss Tuesday’s Contest
New Orleans Pelicans small forward Josh Hart (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game vs. Detroit due to a left knee contusion. Hart closed January by ripping off double-doubles in back-to-back outings, finishing the month by averaging 9.2 boards per outing, a career best for a single month of full production. Hart's absence should […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJames Harden Likely To Suit Up Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets point guard James Harden (hand) has been bumped up to probable for Tuesday's contest vs. the Suns after missing the past two outings due to a strained right hand. Harden has been on an assists deluge over his past nine games, averaging 11.8 dimes per contest in that stretch. In addition, he has […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoBrandon Ingram Draws Questionable Tag For Tuesday
New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard/power forward Brandon Ingram (ankle) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Tuesday's game vs. the Pistons due to a sprained right ankle. Ingram has missed each of the team's five previous outings due to the ailment, paving the way for four different players to serve as New Orleans' leading […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoD'Angelo Russell Unlikely To Suit Up Tuesday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) has been tagged as doubtful to play in Tuesday's contest vs. the Nuggets. Russell has missed each of Minnesota's past two outings due to the ailment, which has allowed Jaylen Nowell and Jordan McLaughlin, respectively, to earn spot starts. With Patrick Beverley (ankle) trending toward getting the green […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoDeandre Ayton, Jae Crowder Questionable To Play Tuesday
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (ankle) and power forward Jae Crowder (wrist) have been elevated to questionable to suit up for Tuesday's game vs. the Nets after going through shootaround earlier in the day. Ayton has missed the past seven outings, while Crowder has been down the past four. A return from Ayton would knock […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoKristaps Porzingis Remains Sidelined For Wednesday’s Game
Dallas Mavericks power forward Kristaps Porzingis (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's contest against Oklahoma City due to a bone bruise in his right knee. Dwight Powell slid into the starting five for Porzingis on Sunday, although his minutes total and production stayed relatively steady. Without Porzingis active, Luka Doncic can be seen […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoKyle Lowry Will Miss Ninth Straight Game Tuesday
Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest vs. the Raptors due to a personal matter, marking his ninth consecutive absence. Jimmy Butler is likely to take on elevated ball-handling duties once again without Lowry in the mix, while Gabe Vincent, Max Strus, and Tyler Herro are all in […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJimmy Butler Receives Green Light To Play Tuesday
Miami Heat small forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) has been cleared to return for Tuesday's game against Toronto, stemming his absence at one game due to an ankle ailment. Butler will be looking to build off a season-high-tying 37-point effort from his last outing, a triple-double performance vs. the Raptors on Saturday. With Kyle Lowry (personal) […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoStephen Curry, Andrew Wiggins Will Miss Tuesday’s Contest
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (toe) and small forward Andrew Wiggins (knee) have been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Spurs, putting the team down four starters. The decision to hold both players out comes on the second leg of a back-to-back, after Curry dropped 40 points Monday and Wiggins scored in […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoDamon Arnette Arrested, Released From Futures Deal
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Damon Arnette was released Saturday after having been arrested Friday night on charges of assault with a deadly weapon. The Chiefs added the former first-round pick to the organization on a futures deal, hoping that he could contribute come the 2022 season; a zero-tolerance policy was reportedly added to the deal, […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoJosh McCown Emerges As Favorite To Become Texans Head Coach
Former quarterback Josh McCown has appeared to vault to the top of the heap of Houston Texans' head-coaching candidates, per John McClain of the Houston Chronicle. McCown, 42, has never held a head coaching post beyond the high school level but his relationship with Texans brass has reportedly worked heavily in his favor. Houston moved […]
Jesse Borek 3 years agoDanny Green Earns Questionable Tag For Thursday
Philadelphia 76ers small forward Danny Green (hip) has been deemed questionable to play in Thursday's game vs. the Lakers due to right hip pain. The ailment has cost Green each of Philly's previous seven contests, with Furkan Korkmaz emerging as the team's primary marksman. Even when healthy, Green has been held to single digits in […]
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