Alex Caruso Logs Full Practice, Feels ‘Close To 100 Percent’
Chicago Bulls point/shooting guard Alex Caruso (back) will have until Sunday to ramp up and take the floor for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference playoffs vs. Milwaukee, but he is reportedly progressing smoothly after notching a full practice Tuesday. Caruso missed the final three regular-season contests due to a back ailment, paving the way […]
D'Angelo Russell Dials Up Stellar 29-Point Showing
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell returned from a two-game absence to deliver a 29-point performance in Tuesday's Play-In Tournament victory over the Clippers. Russell ran the show for Minnesota, shooting an efficient 10-for-18 overall, while adding six assists, five rebounds, three made triples, and three steals. The scoring output marks his highest since Feb. […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Maintains Happiness With Organization
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just wrapped up his third year with the franchise, the last two of which have seen the team combine for 46 regular-season wins. Despite that, Gilgeous-Alexander, the face of the team, remains committed, saying of his relationship with head coach Mark Daigneault and general manager Sam Presti, "Every […]
Kyrie Irving Scores 34 In Play-In Game Victory
Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving led the team to a 115-108 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Tuesday night's play-in game. He shot 12-for-15 from the field and 7-for-7 from the line on the way to a team-high 34 points. He hit three three-pointers and also had 12 assists, three rebounds and one steal. […]
Paul George And Regular Starters Back For Play-In Game
The Los Angeles Clippers will have their primary starting lineup intact for Tuesday night's play-in game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Reggie Jackson, Paul George, Marcus Morris, Nicolas Batum and Ivica Zubac will be the team's starting five for the game. Zubac is the only player from that group who suited up for the team's season […]
D'Angelo Russell Active And Starting On Tuesday
Minnesota Timberwolves point guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) is active and part of the starting lineup for Tuesday's play-in game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Russell was forced to miss the team's final game of the regular season on Sunday due to a non-COVID illness. Malik Beasley started in Sunday's game with Russell out, but Beasley […]
Luka Doncic Sustains Calf Strain, Game 1 Status Unclear
Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic (calf) has been announced to be dealing with a strained left calf, which he sustained during Sunday's regular-season finale. Dallas did not make his status for Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs vs. Utah immediately available, and they won't need to list his designation until Friday night. Depending […]
D'Angelo Russell Will Return For Play-In Tournament Tuesday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) is not listed on the team's injury report ahead of Tuesday's game vs. the Clippers in the play-in tournament. Russell missed the final two regular season outings due to an illness, but he should be cleared for his usual workload with Minnesota one win away from securing a […]
Pacers Could Have Interest In Russell Westbrook
Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook is coming off a rough campaign and could need a change of scenery. However, the All-Star guard has a $47 million player option that he is unlikely to decline. Luckily, he is on an expiring deal, which could increase his value in the trade market. The Indiana Pacers are […]
Malcolm Brogdon Feels Good
Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon mentioned that he feels good heading into the offseason. Brogdon dealt with multiple injuries throughout the season that caused him to miss 46 games. Mainly, Brogdon dealt with Achilles and back injuries that continued to linger on the veteran guard. The organization expects Brogdon, Myles Turner, and T.J. Warren to […]
Russell Westbrook Believes He Wasn't Given A Fair Chance
Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook believes that the organization didn't give him a fair chance this season. The All-Star guard mentioned he wasn't given a chance to be who he needed to be. He also shifted some of the blame on former head coach Frank Vogel. Westbrook mentioned he didn't have a great relationship […]
Goran Dragic Cleared For Play-In Game
Brooklyn Nets guard Goran Dragic has been cleared for Tuesday's play-in game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran guard has cleared the league's health and safety protocols, so he's eligible to play on Tuesday. Dragic should likely resume his role of around 20 minutes behind Kyrie Irving. Patty Mills should see a reduced role and […]
Luka Doncic Gets MRI On Monday
Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) underwent an MRI after suffering an injury during Sunday's contest. The star guard is dealing with a calf issue, but the Mavs are in no rush to reveal the results of the MRI. It sounds like Dallas wants to keep the Utah Jazz guessing until closer to game time. […]
Victor Oladipo Caps Regular Season With 40-Point Effort
Miami Heat point/shooting guard Victor Oladipo poured in a season-high 40 points during Sunday's regular-season finale vs. Orlando, as he logged his first double-double since Dec. 12, 2018. Finding consistent minutes for Oladipo down the stretch has been difficult, but he took advantage Sunday to the tune of a 13-for-22 shooting performance with seven assists […]
Luka Doncic Sustains Calf Strain Sunday, Will Undergo MRI
Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic (calf) was forced to exit Sunday's regular-season finale vs. San Antonio early due to a strained left calf. The timing of the injury couldn't be worse for Doncic, with Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs set for Saturday against Utah. The 23-year-old is set to undergo an MRI […]
Immanuel Quickley Delivers 34-Point Triple-Double In Finale
New York Knicks point/shooting guard Immanuel Quickley finished his 2021-22 campaign on a high note with 34 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds, good for his second career triple-double. Quickley drew the start for the finale, which was just his third of the year, and showcased the development his offensive game has taken on across […]
Davion Mitchell Dishes Out 15 Assists
Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell had seemingly no issues during the regular season finale against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. He finished with 18 points, 15 assists, three rebounds in 40 minutes during their victory over the Suns. Mitchell notched his third double-double of the season. He has been averaging 18 points and seven assists […]
Lakers Move On From Frank Vogel
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel has been let go by the organization. This doesn't come as a surprise considering it has been rumored for weeks that the team was going to move on from Vogel. He'll end his three-year stint with a 127-98 record and a championship under his belt. The Lakers have […]
Stephen Curry Could Be Ready For Game 1
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (foot) has a chance at suiting up for the first round of the postseason. The All-Star guard has been sidelined since mid-March, but could be ready in time for their upcoming playoff series, according to head coach Steve Kerr. It sounds like the team is taking it day-by-day, but […]
Donovan Mitchell Will Sit Out Versus Blazers
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was listed as questionable, but the Jazz have decided to rest Mitchell due to a non-COVID related illness. Now, Jordan Clarkson and Danuel House Jr. will be asked to pick up the slack on Sunday. Clarkson […]
Kyle Lowry To Rest On Sunday
Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran point guard will get a rest day here with the Heat already locking up the top seed. Gabe Vincent (toe) is listed as questionable, but would see significant minutes, assuming he's cleared to play. Otherwise, Max […]
Reggie Jackson To Rest Versus Thunder
Los Angeles Clippers guard Reggie Jackson (rest) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Clippers have nothing to gain from this game and already know who they face in the play-in tournament. That being said, Jackson, Paul George, Norman Powell and Marcus Morris Sr. will all sit this game […]
Fred Vanvleet, Pascal Siakam To Rest On Sunday
Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (knee) and Pascal Siakam (rest) have been ruled out for Sunday's game against the New York Knicks. The Raptors are giving some of their starters the game off with the No. 5 seed already locked up. Malachi Flynn will draw the start and have streaming appeal in deep leagues. However, […]
Cade Cunningham Won't Play On Sunday
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The rookie guard is going to sit out the regular season finale due to hip soreness. His absence means Killian Hayes and Saben Lee will see more playing time coming their way. Hayes is the better fantasy option […]
Will Barton, Monte Morris Questionable To Suit Up Sunday
Denver Nuggets shooting guard Will Barton (knee) and point guard Monte Morris (elbow) have been listed as questionable to play in Sunday's regular-season finale vs. the Lakers. Barton and Morris join Nikola Jokic (wrist) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) as starters in limbo, as Denver decides whether or not to play some or all of their […]
Cade Cunningham Uncertain For Sunday
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (hip) is tagged as questionable for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The rookie guard started off the season slow due to an ankle injury. However, Cunningham has played much better during the second half of the season. The Pistons don't have much to gain from this game, so it's […]
D'Angelo Russell Unlikely To Play On Sunday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The Wolves are considering sitting Russell due to a non-COVID related illness. This doesn't come as a surprise considering the Wolves have nothing to gain from this game. Fantasy managers should expect Jordan McLaughlin, Malik Beasley and Jaylen […]
Seth Curry Tagged As Probable For Sunday
Brooklyn Nets guard Seth Curry (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He has been dealing with a lingering ankle issue lately, but plans to suit up here. He has played in each of the last two games and averaged 29.5 minutes in those games. The Nets can clinch the […]
Ja Morant Returns To Action Saturday
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (knee) has been given the green light to suit up for Saturday's contest vs. the Pelicans after a nine-game absence due to right knee soreness. Morant has emerged as an elite fantasy asset in his third professional campaign, having averaged 27.6 points (sixth in the league) on 49.3% shooting. […]
Nikola Vucevic, Alex Caruso Will Miss Regular-Season Finale
Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (rest) and point/shooting guard Alex Caruso (back) have been ruled out for Sunday's game against Minnesota. Vucevic and Caruso join leading scorers DeMar DeRozan (rest) and Zach LaVine (rest) on the sidelines, paving the way for Chicago's second unit to take on significantly increased offensive roles against the league's top […]