Dawson Mercer Sparks New Jersey Comeback with Goal

New Jersey Devils center Dawson Mercer is resilient. It was 3-1 early in the third period and New Jersey looked down and out. However, Mercer was not done yet. He completed a dazzling rush with a tuck and finish that left Tampa Bay stunned. It sparked the Devils to score three more goals unanswered in […]

Isaiah Stewart Probable For Sunday

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. This comes after Stewart exited early and didn't return from Friday's contest. Luckily, he was able to practice on Saturday and appears in line to play on Sunday. The organization will likely wait until Sunday afternoon before […]

Yegor Sharangovich Nets Two Goals in New Jersey Comeback

New Jersey Devils forward Yegor Sharangovich needed a spark going into the game against Tampa Bay. He had no goals on the season and was in danger of being benched again. Then Sharangovich found the magic. He scored in the second period and then made a dazzling play in the final stanza. That second goal […]

Daniel Gafford To Return Against Heat

Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (thumb) will play during Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. That means, it'll only be a one-game absence for the young center. His last appearance before going down with a thumb sprain was his best of the season. Sadly, he'll draw a tough assignment against Bam Adebayo (knee) who was […]

Robert Williams III Won't Play Against Thunder

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The organization released a statement mentioning that both Williams and Jaylen Brown (hamstring) are not feeling 100 percent healthy, so they will remain sidelined. This shouldn't shock anyone as Williams was listed as doubtful coming into […]

Nico Hischier Returns to Game Saturday for New Jersey

New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier returned from what is believed to be concussion protocol after being hit by Corey Perry. The hit occurred during the second period of the New Jersey game Saturday. For a team that has been hit hard like many others by the injury bug, this could have been a tough […]

Jarrett Allen, Lauri Markkanen Expected To Return On Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (illness) and forward Lauri Markkanen (conditioning) are expected to return for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Allen has missed the last three games while dealing with a non-COVID related illness. He has been progressing well and will have a bigger role with Evan Mobley (elbow) sidelined right now. Markkanen […]

Nerlens Noel Cleared For Saturday

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. The big man has been dealing with injuries seemingly since the season started. Noel was battling a back issue and now a knee problem, but will play on Saturday. He has been a fantasy stud when […]

Isaiah Stewart Practices On Saturday

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) was able to practice on Saturday, according to head coach Dwane Casey. He appeared to have suffered a serious ankle injury during Friday's contest. He left the game and didn't return, so Luka Garza filled in at the center spot. Now, it sounds like Stewart has a good chance […]

Robert Williams III Doubtful Against Thunder

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has missed each of the last two games while dealing with a knee issue. It wouldn't be shocking to see Williams sit out again versus the shaky OKC roster. Grant Williams has started at center […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (11/20/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

What an exciting night it was around the National Basketball Association on Friday. Although the slate was missing some star power due to the absences of Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Jaylen Brown, and Nikola Jokic, it also opened the door for others to walk right through it. In the end, value guys like Frank Jackson, […]

Kristaps Porzingis Records Fourth Double-Double Of The Year

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis went for 23 points and 12 rebounds in Friday's loss to Phoenix, recording his fourth double-double of the season. The Latvian had a nice 8-for-13 shooting night with a 3-for-6 effort from behind the arc and added two assists and two steals to his tally with one block and two […]

Fantasy Basketball Night In Review: Friday, November 19

Welcome to the RotoBaller NBA Recap. In this feature, we will highlight a few key fantasy basketball takeaways from the games played during last night's slate. These viewpoints can be both positive and negative and will hopefully help to provide insight into different roster moves you should consider making based on trends and statistical nuggets […]

Pierre-Luc Dubois Works Hard For Goal Friday

Winnipeg Jets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois found the back of the net once again despite Winnipeg's 3-2 loss in Vancouver Friday. The center did not have the best night defensively or on the face-off dot (25% face-off win percentage). However, he did have two shots on goal and several scoring chances. Also, he did score that […]

Nazem Kadri Adds Two Assists Friday Night

Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri chipped in with two assists on Friday night during the Avalanche win over the Seattle Kraken. Kadri had some nice scoring chances but settled on the assists with three shots on goal, two hits, and a takeaway. The center is on one of the most prolific scoring runs of his […]

Elias Pettersson Shifted To Third-Line Center Friday

Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson was moved down to the third line on Friday night against the Winnipeg Jets. This may be just for a portion of the game but he and Brock Boeser will still play together. Pettersson has struggled mightily offensively and defensively of late. In his last four games, the Vancouver center […]

Yanni Gourde Just Fine, Will Play Versus Colorado Friday

Seattle Kraken center Yanni Gourde will start in his usual slot on Friday night against the Colorado Avalanche. Gourde will play in all situations -- power play and penalty kill included. His time off today was only for maintenance. Gourde played 17 minutes a game last season in Tampa Bay. This season, he is up […]

T.J. Oshie May Return Saturday For Washington

Washington Capitals right-winger T.J. Oshie suffered a lower-body injury a little more than three weeks ago. On Friday, he was a full participant in practice. Oshie looked rather well and Peter Laviolette announced he was a possibility against the San Jose Sharks. The forward started the season quite well with four goals and six points […]

Isaiah Stewart Exits Early On Friday

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) was forced to exit early during Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Stewart has been ruled out for the rest of the contest with an undisclosed ankle issue. Luka Garza appears to be the only healthy center on the roster right now. He is worth monitoring in fantasy […]

Nikola Jokic Ruled Out Against Bulls

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (wrist) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Head coach Mike Malone mentioned that he doesn't believe the wrist sprain is a long term issue. Although, the Nuggets will take the cautious approach and hold Jokic out for Friday. JaMychal Green is expected to move into […]

Robert Williams III Out Again On Friday

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) won't play on Friday evening against the Lakers. The big man remains out because of a knee issue, an ailment that also held him out for Wednesday's matchup against the Hawks. His next chance to suit up will be on Saturday against OKC, but in the meantime, Al […]

Anthony Davis Expected To Play On Friday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (thigh) is expected to play on Friday in Boston. The veteran has been a frequent occupant on the injury report over the years, so his name appearing on it ahead of the clash against the Celtics isn't anything that should alarm fantasy managers at this point. With LeBron James' […]

P.J. Washington Remains Out On Friday

Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington (elbow) won't suit up against Indiana. The 23-year-old has been absent since the beginning of November as he continues to deal with the after-effects of a hyperextended elbow, an injury that will now keep him out for his eighth consecutive contest. Nonetheless, Washington has been ramping up his activity lately, […]

Jakob Poeltl Feels Good In Return

San Antonio Spurs center Jakob Poeltl made his return to the court during Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He finished with two points, two rebounds, one assist and one block in 15 minutes. It doesn't seem like much of an impact, but it was his first game back since being sidelined due to COVID-19. […]

Nikola Jokic Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (wrist) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The All-Star big man left during the fourth quarter of Thursday's game. The organization is calling it a right wrist sprain, but the questionable tag means he likely won't miss more than one game hopefully. Jeff Green, JaMychal […]

Seth Jarvis Ends Anaheim's Winning Streak

Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis scored the game-winning goal in Thursday's 2-1 victory over Anaheim, putting an end to the Ducks' eight-game winning streak. He had a game-high six shots and scored an unassisted goal in the middle of the third period. Jarvis has now scored in back-to-back games and sits on four points through […]

Jamie Benn Scores A Power-Play Goal Thursday Night

Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn scored in a second straight game on Thursday, picking up a power-play marker in a 7-2 loss at Minnesota. It was a miserable night for the Stars, but Benn had a huge outing, leading all skaters with seven shots and five hits. The Stars captain is now on seven points […]

Victor Rask Returns To Lineup With Three Points

Minnesota Wild center Victor Rask was back in the lineup on Thursday against Dallas after missing four games as a healthy scratch, and he went off for three points in a big 7-2 win. He scored once with two shots on goal and recorded two assists in 12:37 of action. Rask doesn't have much fantasy […]

Jonathan Dahlen Scores Seventh Goal Of The Season

San Jose Sharks forward Jonathan Dahlen recorded his seventh goal of the campaign in Thursday's 4-1 loss to St. Louis, tying Tomas Hertl for the team lead. He was nicely set up by Timo Meier, who recorded his ninth assist and 15th point of the season. Dahlen went three games without a point prior to […]

Jordan Kyrou Extends Goal Streak In Thursday's Win

St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou scored in a third consecutive game on Thursday, finishing off the scoring in a 4-1 victory over San Jose. The 23-year-old now leads the team in goals with eight markers, and he's also registered a team-high 18 points in 16 games. Kyrou has scored six of his goals in […]