NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (1/2/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! Another year of DFS is in the books and another one begins! Let's make the best of this year and start with a takedown, why don't we? We have a solid six-game slate this Thursday evening, so let's start the year and win some cash! We have a few injuries to monitor […]

Anthony Davis Uncertain For Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised considering Davis is a regular on the injury report. To be fair, Davis hasn't missed a game since early November, so fantasy managers shouldn't be too worried. It's worth noting […]

Andre Drummond Active Wednesday Against Kings

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) is active for Wednesday night's game against the Sacramento Kings. Drummond is dealing with a left toe sprain but will be able to fight it out. With Joel Embiid inactive, expect Drummond to make an impact on the boards. It will be off the bench, though, as Philadelphia is […]

Kristaps Porzingis Listed Questionable For Thursday

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Porzingis is dealing with a left ankle sprain that has caused him to miss each of Boston's last three games. The 29-year-old has been productive when active but has only been able to play in 11 of […]

Dereck Lively II Will Play On Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (hip) will play on Wednesday against the Rockets. He has missed the last three games because of a hip contusion, although it doesn't appear as if it will limit his time on the floor. However, Lively has averaged only 8.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks this season, so […]

Jalen Smith Available On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (ankle) will play against Washington on Wednesday. The team has upgraded him from probable to available. Smith will continue to work as Nikola Vucevic's backup at the center position. This severely limits his fantasy appeal, but Smith did well in the role on Monday against Charlotte. He finished a 115-108 […]

John Collins Ruled Out For Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) will remain out for Wednesday's tilt against the Knicks. The team had downgraded Collins from doubtful to out. A number of players have gotten looks in the starting unit with Collins missing. Johnny Juzang was the most recent one to fill in for him, posting 14 points and four […]

Jake Anchia Signs With Guardians

Free-agent catcher Jake Anchia signed a minor-league deal with the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training, according to his agent, Gavin Kahn. Anchia was previously with the Seattle Mariners and was ranked by Baseball America as the organization's best defensive prospect at his position. The 27-year-old former seventh-round selection […]

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

We ring in the new year with an eight-game slate on FanDuel today! There are a lot of players already ruled out with injuries and another handful who are questionable for tonight, so consider these picks today a "first draft" as we all know things can change quite quickly one injury updates start pouring in […]

John Tavares Extends Point Streak To Eight Games

Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares extended his point streak to eight games during their victory over the New York Islanders. Tavares got on the scoresheet on the final minutes with an empty-net goal on the power-play. During this eight-game stretch, the veteran has tallied 13 total points (seven goals, six helpers), with four of […]

Dereck Lively II Questionable For Wednesday Night

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Rockets. The 20-year-old is still a work in progress, averaging 8.7 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks. He's been sidelined for the last three games because of a hip contusion. If Lively misses another game on Wednesday night, Daniel Gafford, coming […]

Andre Drummond Questionable For Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Sacramento Kings. After missing three games with a sprained left toe, Drummond has a chance to make his return. With Joel Embiid sidelined for rest, there's an opportunity for Drummond to log significant minutes and deliver great production for fantasy […]

Joel Embiid Resting On Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (rest) won't play in Wednesday's game in Sacramento. He is coming off another monster outing, scoring 37 points in Monday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers. But with Philly playing the first of back-to-back contests on Wednesday, Embiid will get the night off to rest before presumably returning for Thursday's […]

Ivan Ivan Out Week-To-Week

Colorado Avalanche center Ivan Ivan (upper body) is considered week-to-week. The team has placed him on Injured Reserve ahead of Tuesday's contest against Winnipeg. Ivan has amassed five goals and eight points in 37 appearances during his rookie campaign. While filling in for injured teammates in a larger role earlier in the season, Ivan had […]

Radek Faksa Misses Winter Classic

St. Louis Blues center Radek Faksa (lower body) will not play in Tuesday's Winter Classic against Chicago. After sustaining a skate cut on his leg, Faksa has featured just once in the past nine games and isn't ready to play in Tuesday's special matchup. The veteran centerman has picked up seven points (two goals, five […]

Premium: NHL DFS Picks, Stacks, Goalies Analysis for December 31, 2024 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. I aim to help you narrow your plays to get the most bang for your DFS buck. Be sure to check out all of our NHL articles and NHL DFS tools, including our daily NHL Heat Map. NHL Premium members can find […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Tuesday, 12/31/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Happy New Year’s Eve, RotoBallers! We have an exciting main slate tonight with four games tipping off at 7:00 p.m. EST. As always, FanDuel scoring and pricing will be our primary focus, with a blend of cash-game safety and GPP upside to help you dominate the last slate of 2024. Injuries and last-minute updates often […]

Jaxson Hayes Off The Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Jaxson Hayes (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Tuesday's meeting with Cleveland. He's been out since Nov. 26 with an ankle injury. Hayes will help the team cope with the potential absence of Anthony Davis (ankle), who is considered questionable for the contest. In normal circumstances, though, […]

Anthony Davis Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (ankle) remains on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's tilt against Cleveland. He continues to nurse an ankle injury that Davis sustained on Christmas Day against Golden State. However, it appears as though the injury does not affect the star big man, as Davis posted a big 36-15-8 line […]

Today's NHL DFS Lineup Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/31/24)

Welcome, RotoBallers! My name is Brandon, and I'll be writing both The First-Serve and The Kick-Off for tennis and soccer. It is the return of the NHL season, which means it's time to sharpen our skills and partake in NHL DFS! As always, I'll give you the best tools to succeed and the info you […]

Joel Embiid Upgraded To Available

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot, face) is good to go for Monday's matchup against Portland. He's shaken off a questionable tag ahead of tip-off. The former MVP is coming off a 32-point effort across 35 minutes in a favorable matchup against Utah, and he should also feast against the Trail Blazers. Only four teams […]

Dereck Lively II Remains Sidelined Monday

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (hip) will continue to sit against the Kings on Monday. Dallas has downgraded Lively II from questionable to out, resulting in the talented big man's third consecutive absence. With the Mavericks thin on the frontcourt, Maxi Kleber started alongside Daniel Gafford on Saturday against Portland. Kleber failed to score […]

Robert Williams III Returns From Three-Game Absence

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (ankle) will suit up for Monday's meeting with Philadelphia. He's available again after sitting out three games with an ankle sprain. Williams III will provide backup, along with Donovan Clingan, to starting center Deandre Ayton, who looks to register a third consecutive double-double on Monday. Due to his […]

Brandon Clarke Will Not Play On Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (calf) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against Phoenix. He will miss a second consecutive game due to a right soleus strain. The Grizzlies are carrying a number of injuries and look to be very shorthanded for Tuesday's contest. Jay Huff and Colin Castleton have entered the frontcourt rotation […]

Santi Aldama Will Continue To Sit On Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (ankle) will sit out a third consecutive game on Tuesday against Phoenix. The team considers Aldama week-to-week, so it might take some time before he's back on the court. Zach Edey (concussion) and Brandon Clarke (calf) also won't play on Tuesday, which should give Jay Huff an important role in […]

Zach Edey Unavailable Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (concussion) will remain out on Tuesday versus Phoenix. He has yet to clear concussion protocol, sitting out a second straight game. Health issues have taken out several Grizzlies bigs recently, meaning Jay Huff could get a second look as a starter. He settled for only six points and three rebounds […]

Jeremiah Robinson-Earl Out On Monday

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (ankle) will not play against the Clippers on Monday. Robinson-Earl will miss the action with a left ankle sprain. With the Pelicans battling injuries, Robinson-Earl has done a good job on the frontcourt, averaging 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 19.4 minutes. His absence might help Javonte Green back […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo On Track To Return To Action Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup against Indiana. However, he appears to be on track to return from a four-game absence. The multi-time MVP practiced on Monday, and Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said Antetokounmpo will likely play without any restrictions. Antetokounmpo returns […]

Jalen Smith Good To Go Monday

Chicago Bulls forward/center Jalen Smith (ankle) will play against Charlotte on Monday. He returns to the lineup from a one-game absence after initially being listed as questionable for the contest. Smith has had a decent month, but his fantasy value is very limited due to the presence of Nikola Vucevic. He has averaged 8.3 points […]

Alexandre Sarr Active Versus Knicks

Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (illness) will be in action against the Knicks on Monday. He was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, but Sarr will try to play through it. The rookie big man produced 12 points, six rebounds, five assists, and one block in 32 minutes in Saturday's […]