Kyrie Irving Officially Out On Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The superstar guard will miss his third game in a row due to a sprained thumb. The assumption is that Grant Williams will remain in the starting five. However, Williams hasn't been great lately, so fantasy managers […]

Mike Conley Unavailable On Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The veteran guard has now missed three of the last four games. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is expected to move into the starting five with Conley out. He'll be worth a look as a deep league streaming option. […]

Cade Cunningham Records Double-Double In Return

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) finished with 20 points and 12 assists in Saturday's loss to the Washington Wizards. Cunningham returned after an eight-game absence because of a knee injury. Although he managed to amass a double-double, he shot a rough 7-for-17 from the field. The 22-year-old also had seven turnovers. At any rate, […]

Kyrie Irving Unlikely To Play Against Sacramento

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) is doubtful for Saturday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings. Irving will likely miss a third consecutive outing as the multi-time All-Star continues to deal with a sprained right thumb. Luka Doncic (ankle), coming off a 73-point outing on Friday against Atlanta, would normally absorb most of the scoring opportunities. […]

Luka Doncic Questionable Against The Kings

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (ankle) is questionable moving toward Saturday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings. Kyrie Irving (thumb) wasn't available for Friday's win over the Atlanta Hawks. However, it didn't matter, with Doncic finishing that one with 73 points, the fourth-most in NBA history. But he also logged 45 minutes, so there's a good […]

Cade Cunningham Listed As Probable Saturday

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is probable for Saturday's clash with the Wizards. Detroit's young star is expected to return from an eight-game absence, although he also had a probable tag on Wednesday ahead of an encounter with the Hornets and didn't play. Following a multi-week absence, the team wanted to give Cunningham more […]

Scoot Henderson Won't Return On Friday Night

Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (quadriceps) won't return to Friday's meeting with the San Antonio Spurs. He suffered a left quad contusion and was initially labeled as questionable. However, to no surprise, he was ruled out for the remainder of the contest. The rookie would go on to finish with only six points in […]

Tyrese Maxey May Not Play Versus Denver

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (ankle) is questionable ahead of Saturday's showdown with the Denver Nuggets. The 23-year-old is coming off a 22-point outing on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. However, he could miss Saturday's contest because of a sprained left ankle. With Tobias Harris (illness) also questionable, it's anyone's guess what the starting lineup […]

Kyrie Irving Downgraded To Out Against Hawks

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) will be forced to miss a second consecutive game with a thumb sprain. He originally was listed as questionable for the opening injury report against the Atlanta Hawks but has been downgraded once more. Irving has been good for moderate periods this season but has already missed his fair […]

Trae Young Tagged As Questionable On Friday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (concussion protocol) has received the questionable tag for the Friday night game against the Dallas Mavericks. He still hasn't fully cleared concussion protocol just yet, so fantasy managers will have to wait and see if he can get through it before tipoff on Friday. In the two games that he's […]

Week 14: Dynasty Risers And Fallers For Fantasy Basketball

Welcome to the show, RotoBallers and NBA All-Star starters! I'm sure these guys are reading this right now right after they were selected to represent their teams and fans in the ultimate exhibition game, right? Well, even if they are busy, at least all of you beautiful dynasty managers are here to talk some risers […]

Kyrie Irving Listed As Questionable On Friday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Irving was forced to sit out of their last game due to a right thumb sprain. His absence allowed Grant Williams to move into the starting unit. However, Williams only played 11 minutes before being ejected from […]

Ben Simmons Could Return On Monday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) could return to the court as early as Monday. Simmons has been sidelined since early November due to lingering back issues. He's currently practicing with the Long Island Nets. The organization is hopeful that Simmons can return for Monday's matchup against the Utah Jazz. However, Simmons would be on […]

Tre Jones Uncertain For Friday

San Antonio Spurs guard Tre Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Jones sat out on Wednesday, which allowed Blake Wesley to move into the starting five. Wesley posted a decent 12/4/6 line while in the starting five on Wednesday. Jones is dealing with a left ankle […]

Malcolm Brogdon Listed As Questionable For Friday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Malcolm Brogdon (knee) is listed as questionable heading into Friday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Brogdon is a late addition to the injury report due to a right knee contusion. This is a shame considering is providing top-75 fantasy value in 9-cat leagues over the last two weeks. If he […]

Anfernee Simons Scores 33 Points In Overtime Win

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons dominated on Wednesday against the Rockets, posting 33 points, six rebounds, and five assists in the team's 137-131 overtime win on the road. This marked the sixth time this season Simons has scored at least 30 points in a game and his first since January 7th. The 24-year-old shot […]

Devin Booker Scores 46 Points In Win Over Mavericks

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was fantastic on Wednesday, scoring 46 points with seven rebounds and three assists in the team's 132-109 win over the Dallas Mavericks. After scoring 52 points five days prior against the Pelicans, the 27-year-old had his second 40-point outburst in a week, shooting 17-for-23 against Dallas. Booker's next opportunity for […]

Reggie Jackson Probable Thursday

Denver Nuggets point guard Reggie Jackson (toe) is listed as probable for Thursday's encounter with the Knicks. The veteran is nursing a left toe sprain but is expected to suit up. Jackson has yet to miss a game this season in Denver. He's been one of the league's top bench scorers, averaging 11.4 points per […]

Wizards Appoint Brian Keefe As Interim Head Coach

The Washington Wizards have announced a coaching change, replacing Wes Unseld Jr. with Brian Keefe for the rest of the season. Unseld Jr., who has been leading the team since 2021, will move to a front-office role. Keefe was hired as Unseld Jr.'s top assistant in the summer after he had spent the previous two […]

Midseason MVPs of Fantasy Basketball: SGA, Anthony Davis, Derrick White, and Others

While we are not quite at the All-Star Break just yet, we have hit the actual middle of the NBA schedule as most teams have played at least half of their regular season games. That means, if anything, that we are beyond halfway through the Fantasy Basketball schedule as we are in Week 14 and […]

Patrick Beverley Available Again Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Patrick Beverley (illness) is set to return to action Thursday versus Indiana. The veteran has missed the past two games with an illness but isn't on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game. Beverley has had an elevated role lately due to the absence of De'Anthony Melton (back), who will continue […]

2023-24 Fantasy Basketball Week 14 Risers and Fallers

Hello, RotoBallers! Welcome back to the Week 14 edition of my weekly fantasy basketball risers and fallers! We're getting closer and closer to the trade deadline and teams are already making some bold decisions, such as the Bucks' recent dismissal of Adrian Griffin. If things haven't gone your way yet in your fantasy leagues, don't […]

Tre Jones Unavailable On Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Tre Jones (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jones is set to miss this game after suffering a left ankle sprain during Monday's game. Blake Wesley will shift into the starting five with Jones unavailable for this contest. The absence of Jones should […]

Kyrie Irving To Sit Out On Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. The 31-year-old suffered a left thumb sprain during Monday's contest. As a result, Irving will sit out on Wednesday after being listed as questionable heading into the game. In his absence, Tim Hardaway Jr. figures to move […]

Trae Young Out With Concussion

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (concussion) has been ruled out for the team's Wednesday game against the Golden State Warriors. The star point guard suffered a concussion against the Cavaliers on January 20th and missed the last game while in the concussion protocol. Remaining in protocol on Wednesday, Dejounte Murray and Bogdan Bogdanovic are […]

Brandin Podziemski Questionable Against Hawks

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (illness) is listed as questionable for the team's Wednesday game against the Atlanta Hawks. The rookie first-round pick, who has missed just one game since November 5th, has progressively become a more significant part of the team's rotation over the last month. Enjoying at least 24 minutes in 17 […]

Tre Jones Questionable Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Tre Jones (ankle) is listed as questionable for the team's Wednesday game against the Thunder. The 24-year-old sustained an ankle injury during the team's recent loss to the 76ers on Monday, putting him at risk of missing his fifth game this season. Should Jones be sidelined, Blake Wesley, Malaki Branham, and […]

Kyrie Irving Questionable For Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) is listed as questionable for the team's Wednesday game against the Phoenix Suns. The 31-year-old star sustained a thumb injury in Monday's game, putting his availability at risk for the upcoming matchup. Having already missed 16 games this season, Irving's potential absence could see Jaden Hardy taking on an […]

Dante Exum Could Return Against Suns

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (heel) could make his return to action on Wednesday against the Phoenix Suns. The 28-year-old has been sidelined for the past six games with a right plantar sprain, but he participated fully in the team's latest practice, indicating a potential comeback. Upon his return, Josh Green may see a reduction […]

Doc Rivers Hired By Bucks To Replace Adrian Griffin

The Milwaukee Bucks have parted ways with first-year head coach Adrian Griffin this week, and according to Adrian Wojnarowski, they are set to hire Doc Rivers as his replacement. Despite the team's strong start of 30-13 under Griffin, the Bucks decided on the change due to a significant defensive decline. Rivers, who most recently coached […]