Fred VanVleet Tagged As Questionable For Tuesday

Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the Milwaukee Bucks. Last week, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka stated that VanVleet is "about 80 percent" healthy, so the former All-Star looks close to being ready to return from a nine-game absence. If his comeback doesn't happen on Tuesday, […]

Jalen Suggs Ruled Out For Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) will not rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has been ruled out for a 13th consecutive game. Suggs had an impressive start to the season, but health issues have significantly impacted his year. He has played just once since Jan. 3. Cole Anthony and Anthony […]

Darius Garland Considered Questionable For Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (hip) once again carries a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against the Orlando Magic. He was also considered questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies and was eventually ruled out. Isaac Okoro stepped into the starting lineup as Garland's replacement, though Ty Jerome […]

Jrue Holiday Resting On Tuesday

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (rest) won't play on Tuesday against the Raptors. He logged 31 minutes in Sunday's victory over the New York Knicks, totaling 14 points and three steals. Holiday has missed time this season because of a shoulder injury. Fortunately, he's only taking the night off to rest before likely returning for […]

Trae Young Active Versus Heat

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) will play against the Miami Heat on Monday. The team has upgraded him from probable to available. Young has recently been on a special run of form, scoring 38 points in three consecutive outings while producing a pair of big double-doubles. Atlanta's star guard also recorded a double-double […]

Jamal Murray Good To Go Against Pacers

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) will be in the lineup on Monday against the Indiana Pacers, as the team has upgraded his status from probable to available. Murray will be making his sixth consecutive appearance. He has performed exceptionally well during this stretch, averaging 27.5 points and 5.7 assists while shooting 55.1 percent […]

Tyrese Maxey Ready To Face Bulls

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey (finger) will play in Monday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. Originally listed as questionable on the injury report due to an issue with his right index finger, he has now been upgraded to available. Maxey is coming off a strong 31-point outing against the Brooklyn Nets. With Joel Embiid […]

T.J. McConnell Sidelined Versus Denver

According to Tony East of WTHR Channel 13 Indianapolis, Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (ankle) is unavailable to play against the Denver Nuggets on Monday due to an ankle sprain. The veteran backup has only been out of the lineup for one game so far this season and Monday's contest will be the first he's missed since […]

Tyler Herro Considered Probable On Monday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (shoulder) is dealing with shoulder soreness but has been listed as probable for Monday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. The 25-year-old is enjoying one of the best seasons of his six-year career with averages of 24.2 points, 5.6 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 3.7 threes, and 2.7 turnovers per game. On top […]

Ben Simmons Won't Suit Up Monday Against Detroit

Los Angeles Clippers forward Ben Simmons (knee) will sit out of Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons for injury management on his left knee. The point-forward has appeared in three games since joining the Clippers but hasn't been able to play in back-to-backs. While he's returned solid fantasy value in deeper leagues, his health continues […]

T.J. McConnell Considered Questionable On Monday

Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (ankle) has been tagged as questionable due to an ankle sprain for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran backup has only missed one game so far this season and is in danger of missing his first since November 8. He's averaging 9.8 points, 4.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds, and […]

Timberwolves Optimistic That Donte DiVincenzo Will Return During Road Trip

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (toe) hasn't played since January 15 due to a toe injury that he suffered against the Golden State Warriors. At the time, reports stated that he would avoid surgery and was set to be out for at least three weeks. Now, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, the team is […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Monday 2/24/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Happy Monday! Welcome back RotoBallers! Tonight’s NBA DFS slate on FanDuel features a mix of high-powered offenses, key injury news, and some intriguing matchups to exploit. With some big names like Joel Embiid and Rudy Gobert already ruled out, and others like Tyrese Maxey and Lauri Markkanen questionable, this slate is all about staying sharp […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Monday, 2/24/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It feels great to write about basketball this morning, as I'm 24 hours out from enjoying suite life with the oldest son at the TD Garden Center. The result was not what I wanted, but it was a fantastic bonding experience and I already have the bug to go back. With basketball on the brain, […]

Collin Sexton Continues To Sit On Monday

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will miss a ninth consecutive contest on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. Utah's spark plug injured his left ankle at the start of the month. On Saturday, the team announced that Sexton has resumed on-court activities and will be re-evaluated early next week. It's possible that Sexton will […]

Jordan Clarkson Sitting Out Monday's Action

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will remain absent on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. The former Sixth Man of the Year is dealing with a foot injury and will be out for the third time in four games. Collin Sexton (ankle) is not ready to return either, meaning Isaiah Collier and Keyonte George […]

Jamal Murray Probable To Face Pacers

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) is considered probable for Monday's tilt against Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. He is once again on the injury report due to left knee inflammation, but the Nuggets are likely to clear Murray for action before tip-off. On Saturday, Murray was quiet against the Los Angeles Lakers, […]

Coby White Listed As Probable For Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (ankle) is listed as probable on the injury report for Monday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. The 25-year-old hurt his right ankle on Saturday against the Phoenix Suns, but the probable tag suggests that White is likely to play against Philadelphia. White broke out of a slump on Saturday, posting […]

Ayo Dosunmu Without Timeline For Return

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder) will miss a second consecutive game on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers and currently has no timeline for his return. Dosunmu injured his left shoulder on Thursday against the New York Knicks and was initially listed as questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. However, before tip-off, Bulls […]

Tyrese Maxey Questionable For Monday Night

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (finger) is questionable for Monday's game against Chicago. He has been battling a knee injury of late. However, a finger issue could keep the 24-year-old off the floor on Monday night. Joel Embiid (knee) is also in danger of missing the meeting with the Bulls. If both men are out, […]

Darius Garland Will Not Play On Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies. Garland landed on the injury report with a hip contusion and initially had a questionable tag. With Garland missing, Ty Jerome and Craig Porter Jr. may feature more in the rotation. Jerome has had a nice year […]

D'Angelo Russell Remains Out On Monday Night

Brooklyn Nets guard D'Angelo Russell (ankle) won't suit up on Monday against the Wizards. The 28-year-old injured his ankle during the February 20 matchup with the Cavs and didn't get on the floor for Saturday's two-point win over the 76ers. Killian Hayes got the start at the one. However, Trendon Watford and Keon Johnson also […]

Jalen Suggs Absent Again On Sunday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) won't play on Sunday against Washington. The 23-year-old missed 10 games because of a back injury before suiting up versus the Pistons on January 25. Yet, he sustained a quad contusion in that one and has been unavailable for Orlando's last 11 games. Suggs has averaged career-highs in points […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 17 (2024-25): February 24 - March 2

With only a few weeks remaining until the start of the fantasy playoff schedule, every win (and every extra game) matters! This column all season has been focused mainly on weekly adds and long-term pickups, but in the coming weeks, I'll be recommending some short-term streamers as well to help you get the edge in […]

Luka Doncic Cleared For Saturday Night

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (calf, injury management) is cleared to suit up for Saturday's encounter with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets. He didn't play in Thursday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers to rest after amassing 14 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists versus Chicago the previous night. More importantly, Doncic logged 33 […]

Fred VanVleet Nearing Return

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. The veteran guard will now miss nine games in a row due to a lingering ankle issue. Head coach Ime Udoka said that Vanvleet felt soreness in his ankle following Thursday's practice. He continued by saying that […]

Josh Giddey Considered Probable For Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (wrist) is on the injury report as probable for Saturday's tilt against the Phoenix Suns. The versatile Australian has a wrist sprain but is expected to play through the injury. Giddey will enter the weekend with significant momentum, having produced one of his best performances of the season in Thursday's […]

DaQuan Jeffries Remains Out On Saturday

Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Jeffries is set to miss his third game in a row due to a left knee injury. He has only been averaging minutes in the teens this season, but Jeffries was playing more before the injury. […]

Mike Conley Back In Action Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley (finger) will be active on Friday against the Houston Rockets. He is ready to return from a four-game absence after the team initially labeled Conley as questionable for Friday's contest. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely return to the bench now that Conley is back. Meanwhile, Rob Dillingham will also have […]

LaMelo Ball Expected To Play On Saturday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (rest, ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Ball figures to be back in action after sitting out of Thursday's contest which was the second game of a back-to-back set. The Hornets aren't playing for anything this season, so it […]