Clint Capela Available Versus Nets

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) is available for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Capela had a lackluster season debut, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect much to change here. Danilo Gallinari (foot) is probable to play and John Collins will get heavy minutes. Capela might only play about 20 minutes, so there shouldn't be […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (12/30/20): NBA DFS Lineups

Things have changed around the NBA landscape during 2020 in myriad ways, but one of the latest updates comes in the form of the two-game series. While the back-to-back in each respective team’s city had been a rare, yet utilized staple of the schedule, Wednesday gives DFS fantasy managers a difficult read on what it’s […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (12/30/20): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

With the NBA season fully underway, the DFS community is starting to settle into the basketball season. We’ve reached the point in the year when we separate the true breakout performers from the one-week flashes in the pan. Coaches and scouts now have a better sense of how pieces fit into all 30 lineups and […]

Nico Hischier To Miss Start Of Training Camp With Leg Injury

New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier suffered a leg injury while practicing in Switzerland and will miss the start of training camp. The 21-year-old is the focal point of the Devils attack, averaging 0.64 PPG through his first three seasons. Unfortunately, they are one of the more offensively-starved teams in hockey. It sounds like Hischier […]

Jonathan Toews To Miss Start Of Season

Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews is out indefinitely with an undiagnosed illness that has left him feeling "drained and lethargic." Apparently, the Blackhawks captain has felt these symptoms for stretches of the offseason. There is no current timetable for the 32-year-old to return, and he will not join the team at training camp. Hopefully, it […]

Kirby Dach Fractures Wrist, Out 4-5 Months

Chicago Blackhawks center Kirby Dach (wrist) is out for the next four to five months after fracturing his wrist at the World Junior Championships. The 19-year-old missed out on captaining Team Canada at the tournament, and now he may miss the entire NHL season. It is a tough blow for the fourth overall pick from […]

Deandre Ayton Logs Second Straight Double-Double

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton produced his second straight double-double in a 111-86 win over the Pelicans. Ayton played just 26 minutes- as Phoenix coasted to a 100-61 lead at the end of the third quarter. It's been a disappointing start to the season for the big man, as he's seen his shot attempts fall […]

Fantasy Basketball Dynasty Risers - Week 2

In this weekly column, we’ll be looking at the players who have done the most over the past week’s NBA action to increase their value in dynasty fantasy leagues. Most of them are similarly going to have seen their value increase in season-long formats, but their dynasty outlook over the next two-to-three years or more […]

Nikola Jokic Posts Historic 44th Triple-Double

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic became the franchise's all-time leader in triple-doubles on Tuesday, finishing a 125-115 loss to Sacramento with 26 points, 12 assists, and 11 rebounds. The Joker now has 44 career triple-doubles to his name, three of which have come in the first four games of this season. Jokic, who picked up […]

Andre Drummond Posts Big Line Tuesday Night

Cleveland Cavaliers center Andre Drummond recorded a big 18-point, 17-rebound double-double and added six blocks in Tuesday's 95-86 loss to New York. He also had three steals and a couple of assists while shooting 7-for-13 from the field. Drummond has entered the final year of his contract, and he's done very well so far in […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Logs Rare Single-Digit Scoring Outing

Milwaukee Bucks power forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo went for just nine points during Tuesday's victory over Miami, marking his first single-digit scoring performance since Dec. 22, 2018, which oddly enough also came against the Heat. Antetokounmpo's minutes were capped at 24 due to the blowout nature of the team's win, although he added six rebounds, six […]

Nikola Vucevic Scores Season-High 28 Points In Win

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic registered his third-double-double of the season as he scored 28 points with 10 rebounds on an efficient 67 percent shooting from the field. Vucevic added five assists, three triples and a steal in 34 minutes for the surprisingly 4-0 Magic. The 30-year-old is one of the most consistent fantasy options […]

Wendell Carter Jr. Has Double-Double Against Wizards

Chicago Bulls center Wendell Carter Jr. grabbed 12 rebounds against the Wizards on Tuesday. Carter also scored 10 points on 5-for-8 shooting and dished out three assists. After a shaky start to the season, Carter has double-doubles in consecutive games. While the return of Lauri Markkanen can cut down on Carter's opportunities, he should be […]

Joel Embiid Attempts 16 Free Throws

The Toronto Raptors couldn't keep Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid off of the free-throw line in Tuesday's Sixers win, with Embiid taking 16 free throws. He made 14 of them on the way to scoring 29 points. He was 7-for-17 from the floor. Embiid also grabbed 16 rebounds, plus added four assists, two blocks, and […]

Isaiah Roby Draws First Career Start Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder power forward/center Isaiah Roby has played 11 career minutes, but he will draw the start at center Tuesday versus Orlando with Al Horford (rest) ruled out. Roby hasn't appeared in either of the Thunder's first two games of the season, so his shift into the starting five comes as something of a […]

Cubs Extensively Shopping Willson Contreras

The Chicago Cubs are now extensively shopping catcher Willson Contreras after trading starting pitcher Yu Darvish and non-tendering outfielder Kyle Schwarber. Contreras is projected to earn at least $5 million and maybe as much as $7.4 million in salary arbitration in 2020, so he could be a low-cost solution for a team in need of […]

Joel Embiid Returns Tuesday, Faces No Minutes Cap

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (back) has been cleared to suit up in Tuesday's game versus the Raptors and will not have his minutes restricted after missing Sunday's contest due to back tightness. Embiid has kicked off the year with back-to-back impressive double-doubles, having served as the focal point of the 76ers' offense. Tuesday's outing […]

Kristaps Porzingis Could Play In Two Weeks

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (knee) was fully active for Tuesday's practice. The organization believes Porzingis could be ready to play within the two weeks. He is currently working his way back from knee surgery. The Mavs might ease him back into action, but this is great news for fantasy managers. Dwight Powell has struggled, […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (12/29/20): NBA DFS Lineups

Happy Tuesday, Rotoballers! We're already a week into the 2020-21 season, and it's great to have the NBA back on our screens. I still miss watching the games in person, but something is better than nothing. Several teams are in the middle of a surprising start this year, including the Cleveland Cavaliers sitting at 3-0 […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (12/29/20): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Last week, the first Tuesday of the 2020-21 NBA season featured two games; the second? A massive serving of 10 games that is sure to cause option paralysis for some fantasy managers. As of Monday night, there was no game slated for a points total lower than 217, an indication of the high level of […]

Nationals Seeking Another Bat

Despite trading for first baseman Josh Bell last week, the Washington Nationals continue to seek another middle-of-the-order bat to add to a lineup that includes star outfielder Juan Soto. It could mean another trade, with Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant being connected to the Nationals for a while now. Outfielders Marcell Ozuna and George […]

Fantasy Basketball Injury Updates for Week 2      

Welcome to this new column! As the NBA season gets underway, injuries are unfortunately bound to happen. That is where this column comes in. Each week, I will dissect injuries to bigger name fantasy players and tell you what you should expect. In addition, I will suggest what other players might benefit fantasy-wise because of […]

Nikola Jokic Records Second Triple-Double Of Season

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic contributed 19 points, 18 assists, 12 rebounds, three steals, a triple, and a block in a 124-111 win over the Rockets. The triple-double was his second of the season- he came one rebound shy of one against the Clippers last Friday- as he continues to be one of the better […]

Padres Agree To Deal For Yu Darvish, Victor Caratini

The San Diego Padres have reached an agreement with the Chicago Cubs that would send them veteran right-hander Yu Darvish and catcher Victor Caratini, Darvish's personal catcher, for right-hander Zach Davies, shortstop Reginald Preciado (Padres No. 11 prospect), outfielder Owen Caissie (No. 13), outfielder Ismael Mena (No. 15) and shortstop Yeison Santana (No. 16). It […]

J.T. Realmuto Remains A Priority For Phillies

Re-signing catcher J.T. Realmuto remains a top priority for the Philadelphia Phillies under their new front office. They have extended an offer to him, but it will be a waiting game as we approach the new year. Realmuto has been the league's best hitting catcher the last few years and has played really well ever […]

Dario Saric Listed As Probable Tuesday

Phoenix Suns forward/center Dario Saric (quadriceps) is listed as probable and is slated to make his season debut Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Saric has missed the team's first three games with right quad soreness after having a breakout in the bubble last season. It will be interesting to see what Phoenix does with […]

Clint Capela Will Make Season Debut On Monday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) will play and start Monday night against the Detroit Pistons. Capela has missed the first two games of the season with a sore Achilles and was originally questionable coming into the night before being upgraded to probable. Capela's return will push Bogdan Bogdanovic back to the bench and slide […]

Kevin Love And Isaac Okoro Ruled Out Tuesday Night

The Cleveland Cavaliers have ruled out forward/center Kevin Love (calf) and Isaac Okoro (foot) Tuesday against the New York Knicks. Love reaggravated his calf injury playing in a back-to-back game on Sunday and could be in for a lengthy absence, especially being ruled out more than a day in advance. With Love out, Larry Nance […]

Marc Gasol Fills Up Box Score In Victory

Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol had a strong performance in Sunday's blowout win over the Timberwolves. Gasol scored 12 points with eight assists, seven rebounds, four blocks, and three triples in 21 minutes. Gasol stepped up with Anthony Davis (calf) out managing a calf contusion, as he put together his best statistical outing of […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (12/28/20): NBA DFS Lineups

The NBA schedule has five games on the slate for Monday night. Did you know that three out of five have a 226 or more implied point total? You’ll have a smaller pool of players to choose from, but here are three tips on how to attack it. First of all, it’s important to look […]