Marcus Smart, Aaron Nesmith Ruled Out For Friday’s Game

Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart and small forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) will be unavailable to play in Friday's contest against Portland. Smart is missing his sixth consecutive outing, although head coach Ime Udoka was optimistic that the team would have him back for their next contest on Sunday in Washington. Nesmith continues to battle […]

Tyrese Haliburton Clears League’s COVID-19 Protocols

Sacramento Kings point/shooting guard Tyrese Haliburton has tested out of the league's health and safety protocols, he announced Friday. Haliburton has thus far missed just two games, so he may not need additional time to ramp up ahead of Saturday's game vs. Milwaukee. After a slow start to the season in the assists column, Haliburton […]

Donovan Mitchell Remains Sidelined For Friday’s Game

Utah Jazz point/shooting guard Donovan Mitchell (concussion) will miss Friday's contest against Detroit as he remains in the league's concussion protocol. Joe Ingles stepped into the starting five Wednesday in place of Mitchell, while Bojan Bogdanovic led the team in scoring (29 points) and Royce O'Neale snagged 15 boards to go along with five assists […]

Devonte' Graham Receives Green Light To Play Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Devonte' Graham (ankle) has been cleared to suit up for Thursday's game vs. the Knicks. Graham has been battling a sore left ankle as of late, although he has yet to miss a contest due to the ailment. Graham has struggled from the field overall this season, but particularly as […]

Kyle Lowry Remains Unavailable For Friday’s Game

Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry (personal) has been ruled out for Friday's contest vs. Atlanta due personal reasons, marking his third consecutive absence. Gabe Vincent stands to continue serving as the team's primary point guard, although Jimmy Butler will have an elevated assists ceiling as well. Lowry has seen his numbers slightly slide during […]

Lonzo Ball To Undergo Knee Surgery, Miss 6-8 Weeks

Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (knee) is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair his left knee, putting him on the shelf for at least the next six to eight weeks. Ball had already missed the past three games due to the ailment, allowing Coby White to take over as the team's starting point […]

LaMelo Ball Available Against Celtics

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (illness) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. He was unable to play on Monday due to a non-COVID related illness. Kelly Oubre Jr. will rejoin the rotation as well on Wednesday. He has missed the last four games while following the league's health and safety guidelines. […]

CJ Elleby, Dennis Smith Jr. Available On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers guards CJ Elleby (ankle) and Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. The Blazers are finally getting healthy, so neither of these players have too much value. Elleby is likely only going to play minutes in the teens going forward. Smith has shown flashes during […]

Tyus Jones Lands In League’s COVID-19 Protocols

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Tyus Jones has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols, ruling him out indefinitely, beginning with Wednesday's game vs. Milwaukee. The absence will mark just the second of the season for Jones, who has been an invaluable member of the team's second unit (8.2 points, 4.2 assists per game), […]

Devonte' Graham Uncertain For Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Devonte' Graham (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the New York Knicks. He hasn't looked the same lately and continues struggling with his shot. Graham has been dealing with left ankle soreness, so possibly that's why he is struggling from the floor. His absence would likely be filled […]

Zach LaVine, Lonzo Ball Will Miss Next Four Games

Chicago Bulls shooting guard/small forward Zach LaVine (knee) and point guard Lonzo Ball (knee) have been ruled out for the team's upcoming four-contest stretch due to respective knee ailments. Both will stay back in Chicago to continue receiving treatment as the team embarks on its upcoming road trip. Without either in the mix, DeMar DeRozan […]

Killian Hayes Doubtful For Wednesday

Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (hip) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He suffered a right hip contusion during Tuesday's contest. He was only able to play nine minutes in that contest before exiting and not returning. It sounds like the Pistons are likely to take the cautious approach here. […]

Alex Caruso Returns To Action For Wednesday’s Contest

Chicago Bulls point/shooting guard Alex Caruso has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's game vs. Cleveland, marking his first game action since Dec. 20. Caruso missed almost a month of action due to the combination of a foot injury and the league's health and safety protocols, with his return coming at a key time […]

Jalen Suggs Returns To Starting Five Wednesday

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Jalen Suggs has been elevated back into the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest vs. the 76ers, marking his first start since Nov. 29. Suggs appeared in Orlando's past three outings off the bench, averaging 12.7 points, five rebounds, and four assists, while shooting 58.6 percent from the floor overall. Dating back […]

Robert Williams III, Marcus Smart Will Miss Wednesday’s Game

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (personal) and point guard Marcus Smart have been ruled out for Wednesday's contest vs. Charlotte. Williams' absence will mark his second in a row, paving the way for Grant Williams to stick with the starting five and serve as an upside DFS option. Smart's absence has now climbed to five […]

Tyler Herro Lands In League’s COVID-19 Protocols

Miami Heat point/shooting guard Tyler Herro has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols, ruling him out indefinitely, beginning with Wednesday's game vs. Portland. Herro has thrived in his third professional season, emerging as one of the frontrunners for the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year Award while averaging 20.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, […]

Marcus Smart, Aaron Nesmith Questionable To Play Wednesday

Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart and small forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) have been deemed questionable to suit up for Wednesday's contest against the Hornets. Smart has missed the past four outings under the league's health and safety protocols, but he could be ready for a return to game action, which would strengthen Boston's backcourt. Getting […]

Kyle Lowry Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest

Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game vs. Portland due to personal reasons. Lowry's absence is his second in a row, paving the way for Gabe Vincent to see increased run and Jimmy Butler to enjoy elevated assists upside. Lowry has been an assist dynamo in his own […]

Donovan Mitchell Lands In Concussion Protocol, Out Wednesday

Utah Jazz point/shooting guard Donovan Mitchell (concussion) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game vs. Houston after having been placed in the league's concussion protocol Tuesday. The blow in question reportedly happened just prior to halftime of the team's loss to the Lakers on Monday, although Mitchell finished the outing, albeit shooting 6-for-19 overall, including […]

Jrue Holiday Draws Questionable Tag For Wednesday’s Game

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Wednesday's contest vs. Memphis due to a sore left ankle. The tag is a step in the right direction for Holiday, who has missed the past six games, allowing George Hill, Grayson Allen, and Donte DiVincenzo -- among others -- […]

Kemba Walker Returns For Tuesday’s Game, Will Start

New York Knicks point guard Kemba Walker (knee) has been given the green light to suit up for Tuesday's contest vs. the Timberwolves. Walker rejoins the starting five out of the gate despite missing the past nine outings due to left knee soreness. New York had been operating with a combination of Alec Burks and […]

Clint Capela, Bogdan Bogdanovic Out For Wednesday’s Game

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (ankle) and point/shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) have been ruled inactive ahead of Wednesday's contest vs. Minnesota. Capela continues to battle a sprained left ankle, which has now cost him six consecutive games. Bogdanovic has seen his year sidetracked by myriad injuries, the latest of which has been a sore […]

George Hill Starting Against Hawks

Milwaukee Bucks guard George Hill will move into the starting five for Monday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He's not exactly the most attractive DFS option, but is worth a look on Monday. The Bucks don't have a ton of options, so Hill should play minutes into the 30s versus Atlanta. He could be a […]

Marcus Smart Out On Monday

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart won't play on Monday against New Orleans after entering COVID-19 health and safety protocols. The veteran has also been dealing with a thigh issue, and he is now in line to miss his fourth consecutive outing. As a result, Dennis Schroder will likely take his place once again, with the […]

Lonzo Ball To Miss Another Game Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) won't play on Monday during the Martin Luther King Jr. Day matinee game against the Grizzlies. The 24-year-old is currently battling left knee soreness, an injury that forced him to miss Saturday's matchup versus the Boston Celtics. With Zach LaVine (knee) out as well, Coby White will likely fill […]

Kemba Walker Not Playing Against Hawks

New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Walker is currently not with the organization due to his left knee soreness. Although, it's a one-game road trip, so possibly Walker returns next game. His next chance to play would be Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. […]

Kyrie Irving Unavailable For Saturday

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (personal) won't be available for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Irving is ineligible to play home games due to his vaccination status. There are rumors that Irving could become a full-time player soon, but who knows when that will happen. Until then, James Harden and Kevin Durant will […]

Lonzo Ball Will Miss Saturday's Game

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. This is a tough blow with the Bulls already without Zach LaVine (knee) and Alex Caruso (protocols) on Saturday. Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White will see significant playing time with Ball out now. White is the much better […]

Keifer Sykes To Start On Friday

Indiana Pacers guard Keifer Sykes will move into the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) is sitting out, which means Sykes will get an extended look. Duane Washington Jr. should see action as well, but Sykes is the better option between the two. Possibly, Sykes could be a punt […]

George Hill Returns To Action For Thursday’s Game

Milwaukee Bucks point guard George Hill has been cleared to suit up for Thursday's contest vs. the Warriors. Hill missed four games due to the league's COVID-19 protocols, with his return giving the team some much-needed depth at the position with Jrue Holiday (ankle) sidelined. While Hill could see some additional minutes funneled in his […]