Frank Jackson Exits Early Versus Hornets

Detroit Pistons guard Frank Jackson (back) was forced to exit early during Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He appears to have tweaked his back and the team is taking the cautious approach here. Jackson will sit out the rest of this game and it shouldn't be a huge deal since the Pistons are getting […]

Jalen Suggs Receives Green Light To Suit Up Friday

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Jalen Suggs (Achilles) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Jazz despite battling a sore right Achilles. The ailment forced Suggs from Orlando's latest contest, but his return means that Gary Harris is likely to settle into his usual bench role. Suggs has scuffled as a long range […]

Chicago Clears Ayo Dosunmu To Play Friday

Chicago Bulls point/shooting guard Ayo Dosunmu (concussion) has been deemed active for Friday's contest against Minnesota, having cleared the league's concussion protocol. Dosunmu missed just one game, which allowed Coby White to slide into the starting five. Since taking over the starting point guard reins, Dosunmu has averaged 11.6 points and 6.7 assists, while shooting […]

LeBron James, Russell Westbrook Questionable For Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers small forward/center LeBron James (knee) and point guard Russell Westbrook (back) have been deemed questionable to suit up for Saturday's game against the Warriors. James has picked up right where he left off since returning three contests ago, averaging 28.7 points on 56.9% shooting in that span. It's possible that L.A. gives […]

Patrick Beverley Returns For Friday’s Contest

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Patrick Beverley (ankle) has been given the green light to take the floor for Friday's game against the Bulls, stemming his absence due to a sprained right ankle at one contest. Beverley has settled into a solid role among Minnesota's starting five, scoring between 9-11 points in six of his last […]

Anthony Edwards, D'Angelo Russell Will Suit Up Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Anthony Edwards (knee) and point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) have been cleared to take the floor for Friday's game against Chicago. Even with Minnesota at full strength, Edwards and Russell retain their perpetually sky-high appeal, as the T-Wolves rank tied for the league's fastest offensive pace. At 22 PPG, Edwards has […]

James Harden, Paul Millsap Will Not Make Team Debuts Friday

Philadelphia 76ers point/shooting guard James Harden and center Paul Millsap have not yet been cleared to suit up with the team, ruling them out vs. Oklahoma City on Friday. Harden missed the final four games of his Nets tenure due to a tight left hamstring, and that will be an ailment to monitor moving forward. In […]

Bones Hyland Draws First Career Start Friday

Denver Nuggets point/shooting guard Bones Hyland has been tabbed as the team's starting point guard for Friday's game against the Celtics in place of Monte Morris (concussion). Hyland has averaged 8.6 PPG across 17.7 minutes on a nightly basis off the bench for Denver, with his starting gig likely to elevate him into significant consideration […]

Shake Milton Set For Return To Action Friday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Shake Milton (back) has been given the green light to get back into action for Friday's game against Oklahoma City after missing 18 games due to a back ailment. Milton's return comes at a critical juncture for Philly, who sent Seth Curry to the Nets in the package that landed James […]

Darius Garland Will Miss Friday’s Contest

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Indiana due to a sore lower back. Garland recently missed four contests due to the ailment, before returning to log 27 points in 30 minutes Wednesday. Without Garland in the mix, Caris LeVert should see his DFS ceiling raised exponentially, […]

D'Angelo Russell Questionable Against Bulls

Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He was able to play on Sunday and has played in each of the last three games. However, it wouldn't be surprising to see the Wolves give Russell a rest day. Patrick Beverley, Jordan McLaughlin, and Jaylen Nowell […]

Ayo Dosunmu Tagged As Questionable For Friday

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (head) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was held out of Monday's contest due to a concussion. His absence led to Coby White getting a spot start. White played heavy minutes during that contest and would likely be asked to again, assuming Dosunmu sits […]

Jalen Suggs Draws Questionable Tag Ahead Of Friday’s Game

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Jalen Suggs (Achilles) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's contest vs. Utah due to a sore right Achilles. Suggs departed Tuesday's outing due to the ailment, paving the way for Gary Harris and Terrence Ross to see larger minutes allotments, which would likely be the case again Thursday […]

Malcolm Brogdon Draws Questionable Tag For Friday

Indiana Pacers point guard Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's game against Cleveland as he continues to battle a sore right Achilles. Brogdon has not played since Jan. 19, with Indiana's current roster looking vastly different from the one that he last suited up alongside. Tyrese Haliburton would likely […]

Fred VanVleet Will Miss Thursday’s Contest

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets due to a sore left groin. VanVleet leads the league at 38.6 minutes played per outing, with his absence opening the door for Dalano Banton to get added run, while Scottie Barnes and Pascal Siakam figure to take […]

Monte Morris Lands In Concussion Protocol, Out Friday

Denver Nuggets point guard Monte Morris (concussion) has been placed in the league's concussion protocol, ruling him out indefinitely, beginning with Friday's game against Boston. Morris' absence opens the door for Bones Hyland to step into both DFS and short-term season-long relevance, especially in the wake of leading Denver in scoring (22 points) Thursday. Morris […]

Dennis Schroder, Enes Freedom Land In Houston At Deadline

Boston Celtics point guard Dennis Schroder and centers Enes Freedom and Bruno Fernando have reportedly been dealt to the Houston Rockets just prior to the trade deadline on Thursday, with the Celtics acquiring center Daniel Theis in exchange. Schroder delivered a solid 49-game stint with Boston, but he became expendable after the team acquired Derrick […]

Aaron Holiday Joins Suns At Trade Deadline

Washington Wizards point guard Aaron Holiday has reportedly been acquired by the Phoenix Suns just prior to the trade deadline on Thursday. Holiday is another former member of the Wizards to be dealt, with the team taking on a vastly new look for the remainder of the year. The 25-year-old averaged 6.1 points across 16.2 […]

Spencer Dinwiddie, Davis Bertans Head To Dallas In Trade

Washington Wizards point guard Spencer Dinwiddie and power forward Davis Bertans are reportedly joining the Dallas Mavericks in a deal made just prior to the trade deadline on Thursday. In exchange, Washington is set to receive former All-Star Kristaps Porzingis. Dinwiddie delivered solid production in his first year as a Wizard, averaging 12.6 points, 5.8 […]

Kristaps Porzingis Heads To Wizards At Trade Deadline

Dallas Mavericks power forward Kristaps Porzingis has reportedly been dealt to the Washington Wizards just prior to the trade deadline on Thursday, with Dallas getting point guard Spencer Dinwiddie and power forward Davis Bertans back in return. Porzingis has once again been scuttled by injuries in 2021-22, having played in just 34 of Dallas' first […]

Derrick White Acquired By Celtics

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White has been traded to the Boston Celtics. In exchange, the Spurs will receive forward Josh Richardson, guard Romeo Langford, and a first-round pick. It remains to be seen whether the Celtics will start Marcus Smart or White. Regardless, they have a fantastic option for sixth man and made their […]

Goran Dragic Traded To Spurs

Toronto Raptors guard Goran Dragic has been traded to the San Antonio Spurs. In exchange, the Raptors will receive forwards Thaddeus Young and Drew Eubanks. Toronto also gains a 2022 second-round pick from this deal. The Spurs received a 2022 first round pick from Toronto and are expected to buyout Dragic. It's uncertain where Dragic […]

Russell Westbrook Sits Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The timing is surely interesting with the trade deadline looming. Westbrook hasn't been thrilled with the Lakers benching him lately and could be headed on his way out. Regardless, LeBron James (knee) will be asked to […]

Patrick Beverley Sitting Out Against Kings

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Patrick Beverley (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so possibly the Wolves decided to take the cautious approach. D'Angelo Russell (ankle) is available and should be asked to take on a heavier load now. Jordan McLaughlin and Jaylen […]

D'Angelo Russell Available Against Kings

Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell (shin) is available for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. There was a chance that Russell sits out here because it is the second game of a back-to-back set. However, Patrick Beverley (ankle) is already ruled out for this game. The Wolves don't have a ton of depth right now, […]

James Bouknight Sidelined On Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets rookie guard James Bouknight (wrist) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He is dealing with a right wrist sprain. The former UConn Husky has been buried on the bench this year, but the Hornets are extremely short-handed right now, so it's unfortunate he's unable to go. Gordon Hayward […]

Jay Scrubb To Have Season-Ending Surgery

Los Angeles Clippers guard Jay Scrubb (foot) is set to have season-ending surgery, according to Law Murray of The Athletic. The second-year guard has been dealing with a foot injury that has cost him four straight games. The specifics of the surgery have not been released yet, other than the fact that it is expected […]

C.J. McCollum To Debut With Pelicans On Thursday

The New Orleans Pelicans have announced via their team Twitter account that newly-acquired guard C.J. McCollum and guard/forward Tony Snell will make their debuts with the team on Thursday, when the Pelicans face the Miami Heat. McCollum should take on a large role with the Pelicans as one of the team's primary playmakers. Over 36 […]

Brandon Goodwin Available For Wednesday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Brandon Goodwin (illness) will be available for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs, according to NBA reporter Chris Fedor. Goodwin is dealing with a non-COVID illness and he had been listed as questionable going into the day. The fourth-year pro started three of the team's last four games while Darius Garland […]

Darius Garland To Make His Return On Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (back) is set to make his return to the court for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Garland sat out each of the team's last four games due to lower back soreness. With his return, Brandon Goodwin (illness) will shift to the bench if he's able to play […]