George Hill Expected To Make Postseason Debut

Milwaukee Bucks guard George Hill (abdomen) is anticipated to suit up for the postseason battle against the Boston Celtics. The veteran hasn't played in nearly a month because of an abdominal strain. While the 36-year-old should get some action in Game 3, he's not expected to do much, although his presence could still negatively impact […]

Marcus Smart Likely To Return For Game 3

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (quadriceps) is expected to suit up for Saturday's playoff matchup against the Bucks. The 28-year-old suffered a right quad bruise during the series opener and couldn't give it a go during the subsequent outing on Tuesday. Nevertheless, with Smart's anticipated return, Derrick White will likely head back to the bench, […]

Gabe Vincent Available For Game 3

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (knee) will play on Friday night versus the Philadelphia 76ers. Vincent has been dealing with right knee irritation. However, his availability for this one was never really in doubt, primarily since he's played through the ailment already. Nonetheless, with Kyle Lowry (hamstring) anticipated to return, Vincent's DFS ceiling will drop […]

Kyle Lowry To Return On Friday Night

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) will play on Friday night against the 76ers, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. The 26-year-old strained his left hamstring during the previous round against the Atlanta Hawks and hasn't been available since, allowing Gabe Vincent to take his place in the starting lineup. Lowry averaged […]

Dillon Brooks Suspended For Game 3

Memphis Grizzlies small forward Dillon Brooks has been suspended for Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Golden State Warriors. Brooks was ejected from Game 2 of the series after committing a flagrant 2 foul on Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow). Payton broke his elbow during the incident. Brooks has been seeing […]

George Hill Close To Making His Return

Milwaukee Bucks point guard George Hill (abdomen) is "very close" to making his return to the court, according to Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer. On Thursday, Hill essentially went through a full practice. Following the practice session, Budenholzer said, "He pretty much did all of practice today, did some extra, some play group afterward. I […]

Gabe Vincent Questionable Versus Philly

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (knee) is questionable ahead of Friday's playoff meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers. Vincent is experiencing irritation in his right knee. However, it's unlikely he won't be available for Game 3. Nonetheless, with Kyle Lowry (hamstring) potentially returning for this one, Vincent's DFS stock may plummet. Yet, even if Lowry misses […]

Kyle Lowry May Return On Friday Night

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) has a chance at playing on Friday night against Philadelphia. The veteran suffered a left hamstring strain during Game 3 of the first round and hasn't been seen since. As a result, Gabe Vincent has taken his place in the lineup, although he's averaging only 8.5 points, 3.0 boards, […]

Gary Payton II To Miss Three Weeks

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) is expected to miss at least three weeks of action. The Warriors have given Payton a three-to-five week timetable for his fractured elbow. Possibly, Payton is back in time for the Finals, assuming the Warriors make it that far. Although, there's a good chance that Payton's season […]

Tyrese Maxey Scores 34 Points In Losing Effort

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey has been incredible for this team all season long. He stepped up nicely during Game 2 versus the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Maxey hit 12-of-22 shots for 34 points and three rebounds in 43 minutes. It's great to see Maxey playing this well, but it's not enough to keep the […]

Chris Paul Drops 28 Points In Game 2

Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul is making sure everyone knows that he still has something left in the tank. The veteran guard hit 11-of-16 shots for 28 points, six rebounds, and eight assists in the Game 2 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Paul came out on fire in the second half and registered nine straight […]

Luka Doncic Scores 35 Points In Game 2 Loss

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic did everything he could, but it wasn't enough during Wednesday's Game 2 loss to the Phoenix Suns. The All-Star guard hit 13-of-22 shots for 35 points, seven assists, and five rebounds in the loss. Although, Doncic also had seven turnovers, so that didn't help at all. At this point, the […]

Ben Simmons To Undergo Back Surgery

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back) will undergo surgery on Thursday to address a herniated disc. The former LSU Tiger was traded by the Philadelphia 76ers ahead of the deadline. However, he never played a game for either club during the 2021-22 campaign because of the ailment as well as mental health issues. The 25-year-old […]

Gabe Vincent Should Be Good To Go For Game 2

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (knee) is likely to play during the second contest of the postseason series with Philadelphia. Vincent was carrying a questionable designation due to right knee irritation heading into this one. However, he should be good to go and will likely start once again for Kyle Lowry (hamstring), which is not […]

Getting Trae Young Help A Priority For Atlanta

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young will unquestionably need some support if the team hopes to make a run throughout the playoffs for years to come. During a recent interview with John, Hugh, and Abe Gordon of 92.9 Atlanta, general manager Travis Schlenk expressed the importance of upgrading the roster. With Delon Wright, Lou Williams, and […]

Stephen Curry Scores 27 Points In Game 2 Loss

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry had a solid game in a losing effort against the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Tuesday. He racked up 27 points, nine rebounds and eight assists in the contest. It wasn't the most efficient shooting night for Curry as he went 11-for-25 […]

Ja Morant Shines With 47 Points In Game 2 Win

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant was phenomenal in the team's 106-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals. He scored a playoff career-high 47 points while shooting 15-for-31 from the field and 12-for-13 from the free throw line. He connected on five of his 12 three-point attempts […]

Max Strus, Gabe Vincent Questionable For Game 2

Miami Heat guards Max Strus (hamstring) and Gabe Vincent (knee) are both listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers. The expectation is that both players will be able to play through their respective injuries in the game, despite the questionable tags. Both players started in Game 1. Neither played particularly […]

Gary Payton II Diagnosed With Elbow Fracture

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) was fouled hard by Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Dillon Brooks during Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Tuesday. The incident led to Brooks being ejected from the game. After the game, it was announced that Payton had been diagnosed with a fractured left elbow. He is […]

Tyler Herro Questionable For Game 2 With Sprained Ankle

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ankle) is currently listed as questionable ahead of Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He is dealing with a sprained left ankle. Herro had previously been listed as questionable for Game 1 due to a respiratory illness. However, he played through it and wound up racking up 25 […]

Kyle Lowry Will Miss Game 2 Against 76ers

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) won't be available for Wednesday's Game 2 matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers. This marks another game that Lowry will sit out due to left hamstring soreness. That means, Gabe Vincent will remain in the starting five until further notice. He finished with 10 points, three rebounds, and three assists […]

Jalen Suggs Has Successful Surgery

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (ankle) is expected to make a full recovery after undergoing surgery on Monday. He needed surgery to repair a stress fracture in his right ankle. Sadly, the rookie guard was only able to play in 45 games due to multiple injuries. The organization believes Suggs will be fully healthy by […]

Fred Vanvleet Likely To See Minutes Cut

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet is likely to have his minutes trimmed next season, according to head coach Nick Nurse. He played 37.9 minutes per game, which tied Pascal Siakam for the most on the team. Vanvleet also missed 17 games due to injury, so the hope is that less playing time will help him […]

Luka Doncic Scores 45 Points In Game 1 Loss

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic had a massive game in a losing effort against the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semi-Finals on Monday. He scored a game-high 45 points while adding 12 rebounds, eight assists and a block. He shot 15-for-30 from the field and connected on four of his […]

Marcus Smart Uncertain For Game 2

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (quadriceps) is questionable ahead of the Game 2 postseason matchup against the Bucks. The defensive specialist took a beating during Game 1 on Sunday afternoon, sustaining a right quad contusion and a right shoulder stinger. Yet, knowing Smart's history and toughness, it's unlikely he won't be out there for Game […]

George Hill Out On Tuesday Night

Milwaukee Bucks guard George Hill (abdomen) is out for the playoff showdown against Boston on Tuesday night. The 35-year-old has been dealing with an abdominal strain, causing him to miss the entire postseason series versus the Chicago Bulls and the second-round opener against the Celtics on Sunday. It's unknown how much longer Hill will be […]

Ja Morant Shines In Loss

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant did everything he could during Sunday's Game 1 loss to the Golden State Warriors. The young guard was one rebound shy of a triple-double during their one-point loss. Morant finished with 34 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds during Sunday's contest. He struggled from beyond the arc during their first […]

Kyle Lowry Out For Series Opener On Monday

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) will miss Monday's playoff meeting against Philadelphia. The veteran injured his left hamstring during Game 3 of the postseason series versus Atlanta, and he hasn't been available since. Nonetheless, with Lowry out of the lineup, Gabe Vincent should continue to take his spot in the rotation. Vincent averaged 8.4 […]

George Hill Remains Out On Sunday Afternoon

Milwaukee Bucks guard George Hill (abdomen) won't suit up for the second-round series opener versus the Boston Celtics. The veteran didn't play during the first round against Chicago due to an abdominal strain, although had he been available, he may have gotten some work with Khris Middleton (knee) sidelined. Nonetheless, the Bucks will probably continue […]

Trent Forrest Out Again On Thursday Evening

Utah Jazz guard Trent Forrest (foot) won't play on Thursday against Dallas. The 23-year-old hasn't played since the beginning of April as he continues to make his way back from a left foot sprain. At least initially, Forrest wasn't expected to have any kind of a role during the postseason. However, if Utah can force […]