Jalen Suggs Diagnosed With Lower-Back Strain

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs went through further evaluation by the team, and they confirmed that he is dealing with a low back strain. Suggs has missed Orlando's last two games and was already ruled out for Thursday's matchup. He'll be sidelined indefinitely while undergoing treatment, and how he responds to that treatment will ultimately […]

Moritz Wagner Has Surgery And Will Miss The Rest Of The Season

Orlando Magic center Moritz Wagner underwent successful surgery on Wednesday, January 8 to repair the torn ACL in his left knee that he sustained December 21 against the Heat. The team announced that Wagner will miss the rest of the year. The 27-year-old is under contract with the Magic for the 2025-26 season and will […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday, 1/8/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

On Wednesday night, DraftKings had a great eight-game slate on tap with some fun matchups, headlined by the top seeds in each conference meeting in Cleveland, where the Cavs host the Thunder. The two teams have an impressive combined record of 61-9 this season. In other action, the Wizards, the Pelicans, and the Nuggets are […]

Kyle Lowry Will Not Play Wednesday Against Washington

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (hip) will miss a second straight game on Wednesday after being listed out along with Joel Embiid (foot) and Paul George (groin). Without two of their three superstars, the Sixers will have to lean heavily on Tyrese Maxey. Lowry won't be available to work with Maxey in the backcourt, leaving […]

Paul George Ruled Out For Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has played in 14 straight games, but that streak will come to an end on Wednesday against the Wizards since he was listed as out due to left groin tightness. George played 38 minutes on Monday in the Sixers' loss to the Suns and finished with 13 points, nine rebounds, […]

Andre Drummond Listed As Questionable For Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) could be returning to a big role on Wednesday against the Wizards since fellow center Joel Embiid (foot) was listed as out. Drummond has started 14 games this season, averaging 8.1 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 24.2 minutes in those contests. He'll be an interesting option for DFS and streaming […]

Joel Embiid Listed As Out For Wednesday's Game Against Washington

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot) will miss a second straight game on Wednesday after he was listed on the team's injury report as out for the home game against the Wizards due to a left-foot sprain. Embiid has been limited to only 13 games this season but has played in nine of the team's […]

Brandin Podziemski Will Not Play Tuesday

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) will miss a fifth straight game on Tuesday night when the Warriors host the Heat. Podziemski had played 30 of 31 games before his current issue and was averaging 9.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 25.3 minutes per game in his 11 games before leaving early with […]

Jalen Johnson Ruled Out For Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson has been trying to play through shoulder inflammation, but he will be sidelined for Tuesday's matchup against the Jazz. It will be his second straight absence for the Hawks, and his third in the last four games. Johnson is having a breakout season, averaging 19.8 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 5.3 […]

Bilal Coulibaly Could Be Ready To Return Against Houston

Washington Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly has had a strong second season in the NBA, and he could be ready to return to action after missing the last two games for the Wizards with an illness. He was listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Rockets along with several other key parts of the Wizards […]

Malcolm Brogdon Will Not Play Tuesday

Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon (foot) got the start on Sunday with Jordan Poole (hip) out, but the veteran only played 14 minutes before leaving due to a right foot injury. While Poole and several other key contributors are questionable for Tuesday's game, the Wizards have already ruled Brogdon out. If they play through their […]

Jordan Poole Uncertain Against Houston

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole missed Sunday's loss to the Pelicans with a left hip contusion, and he was listed as questionable for Tuesday's home game against the Rockets. Poole has a team-high 28.8% usage rate in his 28 games this season, averaging 21.8 points, 5.0 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 31.2 minutes […]

Bub Carrington Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (ankle) was listed as questionable for Tuesday's home game against the Rockets, and the Wizards could be very short-handed since Jordan Poole (hip) is also questionable, and Malcolm Brogdon (foot) has been ruled out. On Sunday, Carrington had 16 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 34 minutes while Poole […]

Jalen Green Questionable Against Washington

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has started 2025 red hot, but his run of success could come to a screeching halt on Tuesday after he was listed on the injury report as questionable with a right knee contusion. Green has averaged 27.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.0 blocks, and 35.3 minutes per game in […]

Tari Eason Doubtful Tuesday Against The Wizards

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) was listed on the injury report as doubtful for Tuesday's road game in Washington. Eason has missed nine straight games due to this lower leg injury management and hasn't played since December 14. He was averaging 11.3 points and 6.3 rebounds in 22.5 minutes per game before being sidelined […]

Josh Richardson Downgraded To Out

Miami Heat guard Josh Richardson (heel) was doubtful for Monday night's matchup in Sacramento, and he was downgraded to out over an hour before tipoff. Richardson has been sidelined with this heel issue since November 18, but this was the first time he had been listed as anything other than out. The upgrade in status […]

Lauri Markkanen Could Return Tuesday Against Atlanta

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) missed Sunday's win with back spasms, but he is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game in Salt Lake City when the Jazz take on the Hawks. Markkanen has been a key contributor when available for Utah but has been limited to 28 games. When available, he has produced 19.3 […]

Keyonte George Ruled Out For Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (heel) will be sidelined again on Tuesday when the Jazz return home from their three-game road trip and host the Hawks. George has started 28 games this season and played 31.5 minutes per game with a 24.7% usage rate that ranks third on the team. His absence opens up plenty […]

John Collins Out Tuesday Against Atlanta

Utah Jazz forward John Collins (personal) won't face his former team on Tuesday when the Jazz host the Hawks. Collins has played just one game since December 21 after missing five games with a hip contusion before returning on Saturday and then missing Sunday's game with a personal matter that will also keep him away […]

Jordan Clarkson Will Miss At Least Two Weeks

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) had an MRI on Monday that confirmed a torn left plantar fascia, and he will be re-evaluated in two weeks, according to Sarah Todd of the Deseret News. Clarkson has battled foot issues much of the season and has played just 22 games with three starts. He has been […]

Yuki Kawamura Available To Play Monday Against The Mavericks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Yuki Kawamura (shoulder) has only played 15 games with the Grizzlies this season, but the two-way player will be able to play after being listed as probable with a left shoulder sprain. He has been out for the past three games and is only averaging 3.3 minutes per contest. Kawamura could potentially […]

Luke Kennard Available To Play Monday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (hamstring) was originally listed as out for Monday night's matchup against the Mavs, but he was upgraded to questionable in the afternoon and ultimately will be able to give it a go. He has stepped into a very involved role with Desmond Bane (ankle) and Ja Morant (shoulder) off the […]

Desmond Bane Downgraded To Out Against Dallas

Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (ankle) was considered doubtful coming into Monday and was ruled out, as expected, before the Grizzlies hosted the Mavericks. Without Bane, Ja Morant (shoulder), Marcus Smart (finger), and Scotty Pippen Jr. will get all the usage they can handle in the backcourt, although Luke Kennard (hamstring) is now available after […]

Demarcus Robinson Snags Three Catches To Finish Regular Season

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson caught three of six targets on Sunday for 72 yards in the Rams' 30-25 loss to the Seahawks. Robinson played more snaps than any other wide receiver and was on the field for 62 of the team's 66 offensive snaps. His six targets were fourth on the team, […]

Tutu Atwell Leads Rams In Targets Against Seattle

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell had a team-high eight targets in the Rams' Week 18 loss to the Seahawks, but he only managed to total 37 yards on his five catches. The third-year receiver played 55% of the team's offensive snaps, which was only the third-highest mark at receiver, but he got plenty […]

Tyler Johnson Finds The End Zone In Rams Loss

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tyler Johnson had an expanded role on Sunday with Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp resting, and he scored his first touchdown of the season while catching four of his seven targets for a total of 35 yards. Johnson's touchdown came at the start of the fourth quarter, but the Seahawks […]

Tyler Higbee Scores In Rams Defeat

Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee scored his second touchdown of the season and caught a season-high five passes for 46 yards in the team's 30-25 loss to the Seahawks. Higbee returned from a knee injury in Week 16 and scored a critical touchdown against the Jets. He had two catches in Week 17 […]

Joshua Karty Finishes Rookie Season On A High Note

Los Angeles Rams kicker Joshua Karty made all four of his field goal attempts against the Seahawks in Week 18 and converted his only extra-point attempt as well. The sixth-round pick from Stanford finished the regular season 29-of-34 on field goal attempts and 32-of-36 on extra-point tries. He made all 13 of his field goal […]

Jordan Whittington Leads Rams In Receiving Yards

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Jordan Whittington fell just short of 100 yards rushing plus receiving in the regular season finale of his rookie season. While Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp rested for the playoffs, he posted a team-high 86 yards by catching three of four targets from backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo. The former Longhorn […]

Ronnie Rivers Takes Over As Primary Running Back

Los Angeles Rams running back Ronnie Rivers took over as the team's top option in the backfield after Blake Corum (forearm) left with an injury on Sunday against the Seahawks. He led the team with 48 rushing yards on 12 carries and added four catches on five targets for 34 receiving yards. The third-year running […]