De'Aaron Fox Has Big Game Against Celtics
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox scored 26 points on 9-for-17 shooting in Wednesday's win against the Boston Celtics. He added in 11 assists as well while shooting 3-for-10 from three. In addition, Fox grabbed one rebound and recorded two steals. On Saturday, he'll face the Denver Nuggets, who allow the 14th-most points and third-most assists […]
Darius Garland Scores 23 Points On Efficient Shooting
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland scored 23 points while shooting 11-of-18 from the field in Wednesday night's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Garland hit his only three-point attempt in the game and added four rebounds and two assists. Garland was coming off a strong double-double with 19 points and 11 assists on Monday, so […]
Luka Doncic Notches 27-8-14 Line
Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic had 27 points, 14 assists, and eight rebounds in Wednesday's win over Atlanta, hitting a poor 8-for-20 from the field but going a perfect 10-for-10 at the foul line. He also notched two steals and one block in 38 minutes with four turnovers. Kristaps Porzingis also had a double-double […]
LaMelo Ball Scores 22 Points In Losing Effort
Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball had 22 points in Wednesday's loss to Philly, adding seven rebounds, three assists, and two steals with six turnovers in a career-high 38 minutes. He shot a solid 8-for-16 from the field and 3-for-6 from outside. Gordon Hayward also had 22 points for the Hornets. Terry Rozier (ankle) is […]
Tyler Herro Scores 20 Points With One Turnover
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro scored a team-high 20 points in a losing effort to the Wizards on Wednesday. It was a bit of an empty line, as Herro added just four triples and two rebounds. Still, he seemed to find his rhythm offensively and looked the best he has since returning after being sidelined […]
Malik Beasley With 29 Points In Loss To Spurs
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Malik Beasley scored 29 points on 12-for-18 shooting in Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. In addition, he grabbed six rebounds and dished out one assist. Beasley was 4-for-8 from three and also posted a steal. He'll face the Thunder on Friday, who allow opponents to make the 10th-most threes per […]
Shake Milton Available To Return On Wednesday
After heading back to the locker room, Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton (knee) has been cleared to return to Wednesday's game against Charlotte. Milton had nine points, one assist, and one rebound in the first half. With a 20-point halftime lead, the Sixers might play it safe with Milton in the second half, but him […]
Toronto Sends Malachi Flynn To G-League Bubble
Toronto Raptors point guard Malachi Flynn has been transferred to the team's G-League affiliate, where he is expected to get extended run in the bubble setting. Flynn appeared in 13 games with Toronto off the bench, averaging just 2.2 points across 8.2 minutes per contest. Nabbed by the organization with the 29th overall pick in […]
D'Angelo Russell, Naz Reid Cleared To Play Wednesday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (quadriceps) and power forward/center Naz Reid (wrist) have been given the green light to take the floor for Wednesday's contest against the Spurs. Russell's presence on the injury report of late has been perfunctory, as he has appeared in the team's past three contests as he works through a […]
Victor Oladipo Faces Likely Absence Thursday
Houston Rockets point/shooting guard Victor Oladipo (knee) will likely sit out of Thursday's game against the Grizzlies as the team monitors his knee injury. It appears that head coach Stephen Silas decided to stagger Oladipo and John Wall (Achilles, knee) during the back-to-back, as Oladipo is set to suit up Wednesday with Wall out of […]
Ish Smith Officially Starting Wednesday Against Heat
Washington Wizards point guard Ish Smith is starting as expected Wednesday against the Miami Heat. Both Russell Westbrook (rest) and Raul Neto (groin) have been ruled out in this one leaving Smith has one of the only healthy point guards on the roster. Smith has prior success as the starter, averaging 11.5 points and 5.3 […]
P.J. Dozier Will Miss Another Game Thursday
Denver Nuggets guard P.J. Dozier (hamstring) will not play Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. Dozier has missed the past week with a right hamstring strain and there has not been any updates on his timetable to return. This could not come at a worse time for Dozier as he could have had meaningful minutes […]
Tyler Herro, Goran Dragic Headline Heat Cleared For Wednesday
The Miami Heat back court has received its first clean bill of health in quite some time ahead of Wednesday's contest versus Washington with Tyler Herro (knee), Goran Dragic (knee), Avery Bradley (knee) and Gabe Vincent (knee) all getting the thumbs up to take the floor. With the team's full arsenal at head coach Erik […]
Orlando Adds Frank Mason III, Releases Jordan Bone
The Orlando Magic have brought aboard point guard Frank Mason III on a two-day deal, waiving Jordan Bone to make space on the active roster. Mason's addition comes during a recent injury wave that has zapped Orlando of experienced backcourt depth with Markelle Fultz (knee), Aaron Gordon (ankle), and Michael Carter-Williams (foot) all sidelined. How […]
Grayson Allen Will Not Make His Return Thursday
Memphis Grizzlies guard Grayson Allen will stay sidelined Thursday against the Houston Rockets. Allen was playing well before entering the league's COVID-19 protocols on Jan. 18, and it could be hard for him to see minutes when he returns. De'Anthony Melton has been a popular add lately and deserves a long look while Allen is out. […]
Damian Lillard Earns Questionable Tag For Thursday
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (abdominal) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Thursday's contest versus Philadelphia due to an abdominal strain. Lillard is yet to miss a game this season, but Anfernee Simons would stand to see a sizable increase in minutes and usage should Lillard be absent from the fold. […]
Patrick Beverley Out Again
Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley (knee) will be out once again on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The veteran will now miss his sixth straight outing, opening the door for Reggie Jackson to start once again. In the 14 games that Jackson has started this year, he is averaging 14 points, 5.5 boards, 4.5 […]
Terry Rozier To Sit Against Philly
Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) won't play on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The 26-year-old was slated to come off the bench potentially had he played, but instead, he will miss his second-straight. In his stead, LaMelo Ball, who filled in admirably by racking up 14 points, seven assists, and five steals on Monday […]
Austin Rivers Likely To Play On Wednesday
New York Knicks guard Austin Rivers (ankle) will likely suit up on Wednesday night against the Bulls. The 28-year-old suffered the injury during the first game of the series with Chicago but appears to be good to go. However, with most of the team healthy, Rivers will likely return to his role off the bench, […]
Raul Neto To Miss Another Game
Washington Wizards guard Raul Neto (groin) won't play on Wednesday night against the Heat. The veteran will miss his third-straight outing, and with Russell Westbrook (rest) also out, the door is open for Ish Smith to see a significant rise in minutes and usage against Miami.
Russell Westbrook Sitting Versus Heat
Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so Westbrook will sit out like usual. However, the Wizards will be somewhat shorthanded without Westbrook or Raul Neto (groin) available on Wednesday. Ish Smith, Troy Brown, and Cassius Winston […]
Kemba Walker Won't Play On Wednesday
Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. This is the second game of a back-to-back set, so it's not surprising to see Walker sitting out. The Celtics are shorthanded, so expect Jeff Teague, Carsen Edwards, and Aaron Nesmith to see plenty of minutes. Teague has […]
Stephen Curry Goes Off In Loss To Celtics
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry scored 38 points on 12-for-21 shooting in Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics. He added in eight assists as well while shooting 7-for-14 from three. In addition, Curry grabbed 11 rebounds and recorded three steals. On Thursday, he'll face the Mavericks, who allow the 17th-most points and 12th-fewest […]
Kemba Walker With Strong Showing Tuesday
Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker scored 19 points on 6-for-18 shooting in Tuesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He added in five assists as well while shooting 3-for-9 from three. It wasn't the most efficient game for Walker, who also grabbed seven rebounds. On Wednesday, he'll face the Kings, who allow the second-most […]
Damian Lillard Scores 32 Points On Tuesday
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard scored 32 points on 9-for-23 shooting in Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He added in eight assists as well while shooting 4-for-14 from three. In addition, Lillard grabbed two rebounds and recorded one block. On Thursday, he'll face the 76ers, who allow the 10th-fewest points and 12th-fewest […]
Kyrie Irving Scores 39 Points On Tuesday
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving scored 39 points on 15-for-23 shooting in Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. In addition, he grabbed five rebounds and dished out two assists. Irving was 6-for-8 from three and also posted a steal and two blocks. He'll face the Raptors on Friday, who allow opponents to make the […]
James Harden Has Triple-Double Against Clippers
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden scored 23 points on 7-for-15 shooting in Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He added in 14 assists as well while shooting 1-for-6 from three. In addition, Harden grabbed 11 rebounds and recorded one steal. On Friday, he'll face the Raptors, who allow the 12th-fewest points but fifth-most assists […]
Kyle Lowry Collects 17th Career Triple-Double
Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry posted his 17th career triple-double in Tuesday's win over Orlando, racking up 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. He added four steals on the defensive end while shooting 4-for-11 from the field and 3-for-8 from beyond the arc. It was a superb performance by Lowry, but Fred Vanvleet […]
Fred VanVleet Makes History With 54-Point Performance
Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet put on an incredible show Tuesday against Orlando, finishing a 123-108 win with 11 triples and a franchise-record 54 points. It also marks the most points ever scored by an undrafted player in the NBA, Moses Malone held the previous record with 53 points. VanVleet missed only six of 23 […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest
Oklahoma City Thunder point/shooting guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus Houston due to a sprained left knee. With George Hill (thumb) also unavailable, Theo Maledon figures to see a massive workload, while Hamidou Diallo should draw added DFS intrigue at the two-guard spot. The absence will be the first […]