Frank Kaminsky To Miss Third Straight Contest

Phoenix Suns power forward/center Frank Kaminsky has been ruled out for Friday’s game versus the New York Knicks due to knee soreness. Kaminsky’s absence marks his third consecutive game on the sidelines with Cameron Johnson and Cheick Diallo likely to continue absorbing his minutes, although neither presents a particularly appealing DFS option. After starting 13 […]

Kristaps Porzingis is Ruled Out for Saturday

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He's dealing with right knee soreness and was already expected to sit this game out. The Mavs are going to be cautious with their star center and haven't given a timetable for his return. Maximilian Kleber and Dwight […]

Andre Drummond Misses Practice on Friday

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (illness) was unable to suit up for Friday's practice. He reportedly has a stomach bug, so fantasy owners should consider Drummond questionable for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Christian Wood and Markieff Morris would see more time if Drummond sits. Wood is worth stashing in most formats right […]

DeAndre Jordan Records Double-Double In Loss

Brooklyn Nets center DeAndre Jordan totaled 10 points and 10 rebounds on 3-for-3 shooting from field-goal range and 4-for-4 from the free-throw line in Thursday's 123-111 loss to the Mavericks. The 31-year-old big man added two assists in 22 minutes of action while earning the start, his fourth of the season. Jordan is averaging 8.1 […]

Maximilian Kleber Has Effective Performance Against Nets

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Maximilian Kleber finished with 18 points, four rebounds, three blocks and one assist on 6-for-7 shooting from the field and 3-for-4 from three-point range in Thursday's 123-111 victory against the Nets. The 27-year-old has put together effective performances in back-to-back contests with Kristaps Porzingis (knee) sidelined as a result of a sore […]

Angels Agree With Jason Castro

The Los Angeles Angels agreed to a one-year, $6.85 million deal with catcher Jason Castro on Thursday night, according to sources. Castro will join Max Stassi as the Angels backstops for 2020, and they should both split playing time pretty evenly throughout the season. Castro, 32, is known as more of a defensive catcher, but […]

Nico Hischier Lifts Devils Over Islanders

New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier registered the game-winning goal 1:09 into the third period to help give his team a 2-1 victory over the visiting New York Islanders on Thursday. In addition to the big marker, the 20-year-old posted four shots and a block while leading all Devils forwards with 20:12 of ice time […]

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Stays Hot With Another Goal

Edmonton Oilers center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins continued his recent good run of form with his ninth goal of the season in Thursday's overtime loss to Buffalo. He finished off 2019 with a four-point performance against the Rangers, and he has now scored in three of the past four games. Riley Sheahan also potted one for the […]

Jack Eichel Scores Unique Game-Winner Against Edmonton

Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel ended Thursday's clash with Connor McDavid and the Oilers in a unique way, scoring a 3-2 game-winning goal with a penalty shot in overtime. He became the first player in franchise history to score a penalty shot in overtime. Curtis Lazar and Sam Reinhart also found the net for Buffalo, […]

Andre Drummond Posts Double-Double, Struggles With Shot

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond recorded 10 points, 12 rebounds, three steals, and a block in a 126-112 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. It's his 28th double-double of the year, though he struggled from the field for the third straight game. Fortunately, Drummond fills the box score on most nights, so bad shooting doesn't […]

Richaun Holmes Shoots 70% From The Field On Thursday

Sacramento Kings forward/center Richaun Holmes continued to make his case for more minutes in a 128-123 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. On Thursday night, Holmes had 18 points, seven assists and two blocks in 34 minutes. Holmes is averaging 16.2 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game over his last 10 games while shooting […]

Jonas Valanciunas Kicks Off 2020 With A Double-Double

Memphis Grizzlies big man Jonas Valanciunas picked up 2020 right where he left 2019 with a double-double on Thursday night. Valanciunas scored 18 points (7-for-12 from the field) to go along with 12 rebounds and two assists. It was his 18th double-double of the season, and he is now averaging 14.5 points and 9.8 rebounds […]

Max Pacioretty Strikes Again In Vegas Win

Streaking forward Max Pacioretty scored twice to help Vegas hold off Philadelphia in a 5-4 victory. He now has 15 points in the past 10 games. Pacioretty also has 26 shots over the past six games. Veteran center Paul Stastny has been suffering through a season-long slump but he had two helpers. He now has […]

Nathan MacKinnon Explodes For Four Points

After a relatively quiet first period, the Avalanche and Blues exploded for nine goals in the final two periods in Colorado’s 7-3 win. Nathan MacKinnon scored a goal and added three helpers. He now has 14 points in the last 10 games, eight of which have come on the power play. Nazem Kadri scored two […]

Rudy Gobert Grabs Another Double-Double, Blocks Three Shots

Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert eased his way towards another good fantasy line on Thursday against the Bulls, finishing a 102-98 win with 17 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks. The big Frenchman shot 8-for-11 from the field on his way to recording his 25th double-double of the season. There will be a fascinating battle […]

LaMarcus Aldridge Scores 22 Points With Four Makes From Three

San Antonio Spurs power forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge continued his hot touch from downtown on Thursday when he drilled all four of his attempts from three in the loss. Aldridge scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds while blocking three shots in 33 minutes of action. Aldridge recorded his third straight double-double and has now connected […]

Steven Adams Just Misses A Double-Double Against The Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams scored 14 points with nine rebounds in the six-point win over the Spurs on Thursday. Adams connected on 5-for-8 shooting from the floor and made four of six at the line while handing out three assists with a block in 30 minutes of action. Nerlens Noel once again got […]

Fantasy Basketball - Dynasty Rundown for Week 11

Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly dynasty league rundown! Dynasty leagues are becoming more and more popular, and we're here to keep you ahead of the game. Each week, we'll touch on topics and players that may not necessarily be relevant in single-year formats, but they can make a splash in keeper leagues. With that being said, […]

Fantasy Basketball Mid-Week Pickups for Week 11

2020 is finally upon us. It's a new year, a new decade and the time we'll see a new team crowned as champions of the NBA. Which team that will be is anyone's guess -- finally -- but it's certainly been a refreshing change of pace to have a level of unpredictability the league hasn't […]

Fantasy Basketball Injury News - Lineup Updates for Week 11

Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly injury room report. Injuries are an unfortunate part of the game, but we have you covered when the injury bug bites. We'll discuss who is on the mend and who will benefit from the player's absence. The next up-and-coming gem could be waiting on the waiver wire ready for your claim. […]

Fantasy Basketball Rotation Watch: Playing Time Updates For Week 11

Welcome to Rotation Watch! Each week this article will break down who is gaining and who is losing minutes around the NBA. Fantasy managers want the players that are getting the opportunity to shine, not the ones who are sitting on the bench and watching from the sidelines. New decade, new me. That's what the […]

Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns Remain Out Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Andrew Wiggins (illness) and center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) will both sit Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. Both Wiggins and Towns have missed multiple games with their respective ailments, but are both "getting close" to returning to the court. Jarrett Culver and Gorgui Dieng have been the main beneficiaries of the injuries […]

Kristaps Porzingis is Ruled Out on Thursday

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. It's the second game in a row that Porzingis has missed with knee soreness. Dwight Powell and Maximilian Kleber should see increased minutes without Porzingis available. Kleber played very well last game and should be worth looking at […]

Karl-Anthony Towns is Questionable Against Warriors

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Towns has been sidelined since December 18 due to a knee issue. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so the Wolves won't have a shootaround on Thursday. Gorgui Dieng will continue to see increased fantasy […]

Joel Embiid Practices on Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) was able to get through a full practice on Thursday. He missed Tuesday's game due to knee soreness, but was able to get into Thursday's practice. There's a good chance that Embiid will be able to suit up for Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. Fantasy owners will have […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/2/20): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

This will be an abbreviated article because of the late-ness, so bear with me. There are still nine games on the slate, so not only will you need to be perfect with your value plays, but there are going to be some mid-to-high level players that you will need to start. If you do spend […]

Top 200 Overall - Week 13 Fantasy Hockey Rankings for 2019-2020

We're back with fantasy hockey coverage at RotoBaller. Just like last year, over the course of the 2019-2020 NHL season, we'll be providing weekly updates to our fantasy hockey rankings - listing each player in terms of his rest-of-season value. Below you can find our top 200 player rankings from Week 13 going forward. This […]

Gorgui Dieng Continues Strong Stretch With 15-Point Outing

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward/center Gorgui Dieng remained in the starting five in place of Karl-Anthony Towns for Wednesday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks and logged 15 points despite a 4-for-14 shooting effort. Dieng was limited to just 24 minutes, which should bode well for his playing time in the second leg of the team's back-to-back […]

Brook Lopez Swats Six Shots To Kick Off New Year

Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez has reinvented himself before to remain an impact player in the league, and he appears to have done so again in 2019-20, as he notched six blocked shots during Wednesday’s win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. On pace to set a new career high with 2.5 blocks per game, Lopez has […]

Jaylen Nowell, Naz Reid Shine In Reserve Roles

With injuries tearing through the Minnesota roster, the rookie duo of Jaylen Nowell and Naz Reid combined to provide some offensive thump during Wednesday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. For Nowell, it was the best outing of his career to this point, dropping a career-high 12 points on 4-for-11 shooting in just 16 minutes. Reid, […]