Jordan Clarkson, Joe Ingles Resume Effective Bench Play

The Utah Jazz second unit picked up during Wednesday's season-opening win over Oklahoma City right where it left off last season. The scoring effort was led by Jordan Clarkson, who dropped 18 points on 6-for-11 shooting, while Joe Ingles knocked down four threes as he compiled 14 points. Clarkson, the reigning Sixth Man of the […]

Rudy Gay, Trent Forrest Sitting Out Opener

The Utah Jazz will be without forward Rudy Gay (heel) and guard Trent Forrest (concussion) for Wednesday's season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Gay is still in the midst of recovering from offseason surgery on his left heel. He doesn't have a timetable for a return as of now. Forrest, meanwhile, is in concussion […]

De'Anthony Melton Draws The Start Against Cavaliers

Memphis Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton is a member of the starting five for Wednesday's season-opener against Cleveland. He'll be joined in the backcourt by second-year pro Desmond Bane. Melton figures to get plenty of run in the starting lineup with Dillon Brooks (hand) expected to miss the beginning of the season as he recovers from […]

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Pencils Into Starting Five Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker draws the start in his team's opening game of the season against the 76ers. Alexander-Walker steps into quite the opportunity with Lonzo Ball now in Chicago- and should be expected to handle the point guard duties for the Pelicans- with Devonte' Graham playing off the ball. It could […]

Shake Milton Out Against Pelicans

Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton (ankle) will not play during Wednesday's opener against the Pelicans. This isn't a surprise, primarily since a right ankle sprain has plagued him since the preseason. With Ben Simmons (suspension) also not in the equation after getting thrown out of practice on Tuesday, Philly will be short-handed in the backcourt. […]

Jrue Holiday Likely To Suit Up Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jrue Holiday (heel) has been deemed probable to play in Thursday's game against Miami after departing the season opener due to a heel contusion. George Hill is on hand to serve as his primary backup, and he would stand to see an elevated role if Holiday trends in the wrong direction. […]

Tomas Satoransky To Possibly Sit Out Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Tomas Satoransky (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers. This is not a COVID-related illness, so fantasy managers don't need to worry. Although, Satoransky's absence would mean more minutes for Kira Lewis Jr. Devonte' Graham and Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Graham has the highest upside out of […]

Stephen Curry Gets Things Started With A Triple-Double

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry started the season with a 21-point, 10-rebound, 10-assist triple-double in a 121-114 win over the Lakers on opening night. He also had three steals with four turnovers in 36 minutes on the court. Curry was perfect at the line with nine attempts but didn't have a particularly great […]

Patty Mills Perfect From Behind The Arc, Hits Seven Threes

Brooklyn Nets point/shooting guard Patty Mills certainly made an impactful debut in his first regular-season game with his new organization. Playing 29 minutes off the bench, Mills went a perfect 7-for-7 from behind the three-point line, finishing with 21 points. He also added two rebounds and two assists to tie a knot on his impressive […]

Kendrick Nunn Officially Ruled Out

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendrick Nunn (ankle) will not make his Laker debut Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. Nunn was a game-time decision and went through warmups, but did not feel good enough to go. The Lakers will turn to Kent Bazemore and Malik Monk (groin) on Tuesday given the amount of injuries they […]

Jrue Holiday Leaves Opener And Will Not Return

Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (heel) will not return Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. Holiday suffered a right heel contusion in the first half which forced him out of the contest. George Hill will likely start the second half while Grayson Allen and Pat Connaughton should see more run. The Bucks will likely release more […]

Kendrick Nunn Unsure For Opener

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendrick Nunn (ankle) is a game-time decision Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. Nunn was questionable coming into the contest and is currently warming up with the intent to play. There should be more news closer to tip-off, but the Lakers have already ruled out Talen Horton-Tucker (thumb), Trevor Ariza (ankle) […]

Collin Sexton Not Listed On Injury Report

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton (shoulder) should be good to go Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Sexton tweaked his shoulder at some point during preseason, but it appears to be a minor injury and does not carry an injury designation heading into the opener. Sexton is coming off a career-year, but the trade rumors are […]

Ben Simmons Given One-Game Suspension

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons has been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team. That means that Simmons will not suit up for Wednesday's season opener against the New Orleans Pelicans. Head coach Doc Rivers threw Simmons out of Tuesday's practice after Simmons refused to do defensive drills or listen to the coach. […]

Jalen Suggs Expects To Play In Season Opener

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (illness) is expected to play in Wednesday's season opener against the San Antonio Spurs. The prized rookie has been dealing with a stomach bug, but it doesn't sound like something that will sideline him. Suggs should get plenty of run in Orlando and be a fine fantasy option in all […]

Terry Rozier Should Play In Season Opener

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's season opener against the Indiana Pacers. He missed multiple preseason games due to a left ankle sprain. It seems like the organization was being cautious during these meaningless contests. Fantasy managers should feel confident that Rozier will suit up for the season opener. […]

Ben Simmons Practices With Sixers

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons returned to practice with the team on Sunday. Despite that, it's uncertain if Simmons is going to suit up for Wednesday's regular season opener. The star guard hasn't practiced much this offseason and it's unclear if he's in game shape yet. Fantasy managers should expect Simmons to sit out or […]

Cade Cunningham Remains Without A Timetable

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (ankle) is currently listed as day-to-day, but remains without a timetable to return, according to head coach Dwane Casey. The Pistons are going to be cautious with their superstar guard. It sounds like he's going to miss some games to begin the regular season. Although, the prized guard should be […]

Jordan McLaughlin Hopeful To Play Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin (groin) is hopeful to suit up for the season opener on Wednesday, according to head coach Chris Finch. Patrick Beverley is already ruled out due to a suspension. It sounds like the organization is going to wait and see how McLaughlin is feeling after another day of practice. Otherwise, D'Angelo […]

Ben Simmons Eligible To Return

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons has cleared health and safety protocols and is eligible to rejoin the team. Despite that, Simmons won't play during the preseason finale against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. The organization still believes they can salvage their relationship with Simmons. It's unclear if Simmons has any intention of suiting up for […]

Killian Hayes Ruled Out For Wednesday's Game

Detroit Pistons point guard Killian Hayes (head) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the New York Knicks. Hayes was involved in a collision during the team's previous preseason game on Monday. According to the injury report, he is out for Wednesday's game with a concussion, but there hadn't been any mention of […]

Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler And Others To Sit On Thursday

The Miami Heat will be resting most of their regulars during Thursday's preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks. Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro and Kyle Lowry are amongst the most noteworthy Heat players who will be sitting out for the game. The Heat play their preseason finale against the Boston Celtics at home on […]

Kyrie Irving Is Reportedly Not Anti-Vaccine

We've finally attained some clarity as to why Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has refused to get a COVID-19 vaccine. According to a report in The Athletic, Irving has chosen not to get vaccinated because he is "upset that people are losing their jobs due to vaccine mandates." The report claims that Irving is […]

Ja Morant And Others To Sit Out On Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant will be one of many regulars on the team getting a rest day for the Grizzlies' preseason game against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. Jaren Jackson Jr., Steven Adams, Kyle Anderson and Desmond Bane are amongst the other Grizzlies who are sitting out for the game. The Grizzlies went […]

Kyrie Irving Won't Play Or Practice Without Full Clearance

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving was cleared to practice with the team at their home facility last week. However, the Nets have decided to keep Irving out of all team games and practices until he is eligible to be a full participant. Nets general manager Sean Marks issued a full statement on the team's […]

Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday To Play On Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks small forward Khris Middleton (hamstring) and point guard Jrue Holiday (knee) will both make their preseason debuts in Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is slated to make his preseason debut in the game as well. All three players have been dealing with minor injuries and all three are […]

Shake Milton Ruled Out For Monday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets. He is dealing with a sprained right ankle and he is scheduled for further testing. Milton started the team's last preseason game against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday. He had a quiet performance over 25 minutes, hitting […]

Tre Jones Should Return From Ankle Sprain Soon

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tre Jones (ankle) is expected to be back soon, according to Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. Jones has been sidelined due to a left ankle sprain and he recently re-aggravated the injury during a 3-on-3 session. The 21-year-old only saw about seven minutes per game as a rookie last year. […]

Terry Rozier Won't Play Monday

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) will not suit up for Monday's preseason game against the Miami Heat. He looked good on Thursday, but will sit this one out as a precaution. The injury does not appear to be serious, but the Hornets want to be cautious with Rozier. He is coming off his best […]

Collin Sexton Unavailable For Sunday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason matchup against the Chicago Bulls. Both Sexton and Darius Garland (illness) will be on the sideline for this game. The Sexton trade rumors have been swirling all offseason long. This might be the organization being cautious while they continue to look for […]