Fred VanVleet Away From Team, Uncertain For Saturday

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet remains away from the team for personal reasons, which causes his status for their weekend back-to-back to be questionable. He was unable to play in their last game on Thursday against the New Orleans Pelicans, so it wouldn't be too surprising if he missed at least one more game. Gary […]

James Harden Scores Game-High 31 Points In Comeback Win

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden spearheaded a huge second-half comeback over the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night. The 33-year-old finished the game with 31 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and two blocks while shooting 10-for-16 from the floor, 6-for-9 from deep, and 5-for-7 from the line. Multiple times in the fourth quarter, Harden […]

Russell Westbrook To Make Team Debut On Friday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook is expected to make his team debut against the Sacramento Kings on Friday. The veteran guard recently signed with the Clippers after finalizing a contract buyout with the Utah Jazz. A move to the Clippers could be good for the fantasy value of Westbrook. It's uncertain if Westbrook is […]

Ryan Arcidiacono Starts On Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Ryan Arcidiacono will move into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Originally, Shaedon Sharpe was supposed to start, but instead he'll come off the bench. The Blazers are without a true point guard, so Arcidiacono will get the call. Fantasy managers shouldn't panic as Sharpe should still […]

Damian Lillard, Jerami Grant To Rest On Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard and forward Jerami Grant will sit out of Thursday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Both players will sit out the first game out of the All-Star break due to rest purposes. This is an interesting move by the Blazers after the players already received multiple rest days during the […]

Tyler Herro Good To Go For Friday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro said he's good to go for Friday's contest against the Milwaukee Bucks after missing the previous two games before the All-Star break. The 23-year-old has missed a handful of games this season, but in terms of per-game value for nine-category formats, he's ranked in the top 60 so far. Herro […]

Cameron Payne Questionable For Friday Versus Thunder

Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (foot) hasn't quite gotten through the woods just yet in regard to his foot injury. Since December 13, Payne has only been able to play in two games while not earning more than a doubtful status throughout that time up until now. The questionable status shows that there is progress […]

Kyle Lowry Still Without Firm Timetable For Return

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (knee) originally said that he was hoping to return by the end of February after not playing since February 2 due to a knee issue. Head coach Eric Spoelstra said he's trending in the right direction but declined to give any sort of timetable for his return. The progress part […]

Victor Oladipo A Full Participant At Practice On Thursday

Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo was able to participate fully in the team's practice on Thursday after having to miss the previous seven games due to an ankle issue. As of right now, it doesn't seem as though he'll appear on the injury report and he's trending in the correct direction to help the Heat […]

Bradley Beal Misses Practice Again, Remains Questionable

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (knee) missed Wednesday's practice and has officially missed Thursday's practice as well, but is listed as questionable on the injury report for Friday's game against the New York Knicks. The missed practices aren't a good sign even though he hasn't been listed as doubtful or ruled out just yet. the […]

Ricky Rubio Ruled Out On Thursday Against Nuggets

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (injury management) has been ruled out in the first game back after the All-Star break due to left knee injury management. The Spaniard sat out of the team's last game against the Philadelphia 76ers with an illness at the time, so this game may have just been a planned rest […]

Hawks Considering Ime Udoka For Head Coach Vacancy

The Atlanta Hawks have parted ways with Nate McMillan and the latest reports have pointed to Ime Udoka being a candidate for the opening since the Boston Celtics officially made Joe Mazzulla their permanent head coach. In his one season with the Celtics, Udoka had a record of 51-31 in the regular season and 14-10 […]

Kyrie Irving Removed From Injury Report

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (back) is not on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The superstar guard missed the final game before the All-Star break due to lower back tightness. Although, Irving did play in the All-Star Game, so it appears his back tightness isn't bothering him anymore. […]

Tre Jones Listed As Doubtful Thursday

San Antonio Spurs guard Tre Jones (foot) is doubtful to play Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. Jones continues to deal with a sore left foot and trending towards another absence after the All-Star break. Malaki Branham has been stellar in the starting lineup and will likely continue to start once Jones is ruled out. Devonte' […]

Collin Sexton To Be Re-Evaluated Monday

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (hamstring) will be re-evaluated on Monday and has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Jazz also play on Saturday so it is likely Sexton will remain out for that game as well. Jordan Clarkson and Talen Horton-Tucker should see increased roles with Sexton still […]

Jordan Goodwin Receives Standard NBA Contract

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Goodwin had his two-way contract officially converted to a standard NBA contract after proving that he can help out in the backcourt rotation. The 24-year-old had a good stretch of four games when the Wizards were struggling with a lot of injuries to their backcourt and he's been able to provide […]

Nate McMillan Fired On Tuesday

According to senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hawks fired head coach Nate McMillan on Tuesday. The 58-year-old had compiled a 99-80 record in Atlanta. However, despite the addition of Dejounte Murray, the Hawks have struggled during the season, including losing eight of 13 games heading into the All-Star break. McMillan also had tension with […]

Jamal Murray To Return Versus Cleveland

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) said he'll play on Thursday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. It's certainly good news, considering the 25-year-old missed the previous six games heading into the All-Star break because of right knee inflammation. Murray has played well this season despite missing time, averaging 20.2 points, the second-best average of his career, […]

Stephen Curry Does Non-Contact Work

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (leg) participated in non-contact drills after Tuesday's practice, according to C.J. Holmes of the San Francisco Chronicle. Curry sustained a left leg injury against the Mavericks on February 4 and has missed the Dubs' last five games as a result. He's expected to be re-evaluated soon, although he remains […]

Frank Jackson, Kris Dunn To Sign 10-Day Deals

The Utah Jazz have signed guards Frank Jackson and Kris Dunn to 10-day deals. Jackson has played well in Utah's G-League affiliate this season. He should get a chance to show what he can do considering the Jazz aren't contending anyway. Jackson could have some deep league value depending on how big of a role […]

Lonzo Ball Will Be Shut Down

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) is expected to be shut down for the rest of the season. The 25-year-old continues to deal with complications after having meniscus surgery in January of 2022. That injury was supposed to sideline Ball for roughly six-to-eight weeks. Now, fast-forward to present day and Ball has been sidelined over […]

Bulls Nearing Deal With Patrick Beverley

The Chicago Bulls are reportedly nearing a deal with guard Patrick Beverley for the rest of the season. The veteran guard was waived by the Orlando Magic after being acquired by the team at the trade deadline. There were rumors that Beverley would go to the Timberwolves, but instead he decides to join his hometown […]

Russell Westbrook Joins Clippers

Free-agent guard Russell Westbrook has decided to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. The veteran guard is finalizing his contract buyout with the Utah Jazz. He took his time deciding, but will join a legitimate contender that could certainly use his help. The Clippers lack depth with Bones Hyland and Terance Mann as their only […]

Fantasy Basketball Buy, Sell, or Hold: Russell Westbrook, Derrick White, and Aaron Gordon

Trading in fantasy basketball can help you improve your team in the short, as well as in the long term. More than that, it's just plain fun. Negotiating with your mate, going back and forth with offers, and hopefully, reaching a mutually beneficial agreement in the end. It's not always easy to find the right […]

Donovan Mitchell Drops 40 Points In All-Star Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell put up a double-double and was the second-leading scorer on Team Giannis, behind the new record-holder Jayson Tatum, as they won 184-175. The star combo guard finished the game with 40 points, 10 assists, four rebounds, and three steals while shooting 15-for-25 overall and 8-for-17 from deep. Mitchell sure didn't […]

Lonzo Ball May Be Shut Down

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) continues to experience complications resulting from a meniscus tear suffered in January 2022. Although the former UCLA Bruin has been rehabbing ever since, he hasn't been running or cutting. As a result, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reported that the expectation coming out of the All-Star break is […]

Kyle Lowry Hoping To Return By End Of February

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (knee) hopes to return by the end of February. The 36-year-old missed the last six games heading into the All-Star break because of left knee soreness. However, things appear to be moving in the right direction, which is good news. In the meantime, Gabe Vincent should remain in the starting […]

Bradley Beal Puts Up Season-High Against Minnesota

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal was determined to sink the Minnesota Timberwolves en route to a new season-high and a 114-106 win. He registered 35 points, six rebounds, five assists, and three steals while shooting 14-for-28 from the floor, 4-for-8 from beyond the arc, and 3-for-3 from the line. Beal has had quite the up-and-down […]

Jevon Carter Capitalizes In Spot Start Against Chicago

Milwaukee Bucks guard Jevon Carter filled in for the injured Pat Connaughton and Khris Middleton and he capitalized on the situation for fantasy managers everywhere. He ended the game with 22 points, six rebounds, six assists, and one steal while shooting 9-for-13 from the floor and 4-for-5 from three. Any time Carter sees a spot-star, […]

Goran Dragic Ruled Out For Thursday

Chicago Bulls guard Goran Dragic (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The veteran guard will miss both games of the back-to-back set due to left knee soreness. The good news is, the Bulls are about to head into the All-Star break, so Dragic will get more time to rest […]