D'Angelo Russell Earns Questionable Tag For Wednesday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (quad) has been bumped up to questionable to play in Wednesday's contest versus the Warriors as he continues to battle a quad bruise. Russell's absence over the last two games has allowed Ricky Rubio to enter the starting five, although a minutes restriction has loomed over his fantasy intrigue. […]
Caris LeVert Undergoes Successful Kidney Surgery
Indiana Pacers point guard/small forward Caris Levert successfully underwent surgery on his left kidney Tuesday, with the team expecting him to make a full recovery. A previously undiscovered tumor was found after the Pacers acquired LeVert from Brooklyn in the James Harden blockbuster. It's unclear at this stage if LeVert will return to action in […]
Raul Neto Returns Tuesday, Will Have Minutes Capped
Washington Wizards point guard Raul Neto (groin) has been given the thumbs up to return to action for Tuesday's game versus the Rockets, but will be facing a minutes restriction as he battles a groin ailment. Neto hasn't played since Jan. 11, having started his two most recent contests with Russell Westbrook having been unavailable. […]
John Wall Set For Minutes Cap Tuesday
Houston Rockets point guard John Wall (knee) is on track to have his minutes monitored during Tuesday's game versus the Wizards, although there is no specific set number that the team will announce prior to tip-off. Wall is facing his former team for the first time in his career, but after a five-game absence due […]
Russell Westbrook Faces Minutes Limit Tuesday
The Washington Wizards may be short on players under the league's health and safety protocols, but that doesn't mean that point guard Russell Westbrook will have his minutes restriction removed for Tuesday's contest. Westbrook is capped in the mid-20s, per head coach Scott Brooks, which means that Raul Neto (groin) -- who has been cleared […]
Reggie Jackson, Luke Kennard Headline New Starting Unit
The Los Angeles Clippers had three open spots to fill among their starting five for Tuesday's game versus Atlanta with Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Patrick Beverley (knee) all unavailable. Head coach Ty Lue tabbed Reggie Jackson, Luke Kennard and Terance Mann to join the starting lineup, giving each of the trio increased DFS appeal. Lou Williams […]
Trae Young, Clint Capela Cleared To Suit Up Tuesday
Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (back) and center Clint Capela (hand) have been given the green light to take the floor for Tuesday's contest versus the Clippers after having missed the team's previous outing. Young stands to benefit from L.A.'s extensive absences on the defensive end of the floor, and with no mention of […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Thunder To Road Win
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 24 points on 8-for-12 shooting on Monday to give the Thunder an upset road win over the Portland Trail Blazers. SGA also added nine rebounds, six assists, a steal, and two blocks. By far the best player on this Thunder roster, Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging career highs in points […]
Stephen Curry Scores 36 Points In Win
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry scored 36 points on 11-for-21 shooting in Monday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The veteran guard and former MVP was 7-for-12 from deep and also added four rebounds, three assists, and three steals. Curry's 39.2 percent mark from three is his lowest in a full season ever, but it's […]
Cole Anthony Continues To Impress
Orlando Magic point guard Cole Anthony missed only four of 12 shots during a 21-point performance on Monday against the Hornets. He had 10 points in the third quarter and finished with 4-for-5 shooting from deep. Anthony also had five rebounds and three assists in the game with three turnovers in 31 minutes. The 20-year-old […]
Washington Upgrades Raul Neto To Questionable For Tuesday
Washington Wizards point guard Raul Neto (groin) has been bumped up to questionable to play in Tuesday's contest against the Rockets due to a groin ailment that held him out Sunday. As the Wizards remain extremely short-handed due to the league's health and safety protocols, Neto provides valuable PG depth behind Russell Westbrook; Cassius Winston […]
New York Sticks With Immanuel Quickley Off The Bench
New York Knicks point/shooting guard Immanuel Quickley has impressed in spades to kick off his NBA career, prompting calls for him to be elevated to the starting lineup. But despite dropping a career-high 31 points Sunday night, head coach Tom Thibodeau plans on keeping him as a reserve for the time being, saying, "We like […]
L.A. Rules Patrick Beverley Out For Tuesday’s Contest
Los Angeles Clippers point guard Patrick Beverley (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Hawks due to a sore right knee. Beverley will join Kawhi Leonard and Paul George (health and safety protocols) on the sidelines, opening the team's rotations up for numerous possible lineups. Reggie Jackson and Lou Williams figure to […]
Trae Young, Clint Capela Headline Tuesday’s Questionable Tags
Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (back) and center Clint Capela (hand) have both been upgraded to questionable to play in Tuesday's matchup versus the Clippers after missing Sunday's contest due to their respective ailments. Danilo Gallinari (ankle) has also picked up a questionable designation, tossing Atlanta's potential lineup construction into flux. Without Young/Capela on […]
George Hill Ruled Out For Monday’s Contest
Oklahoma City Thunder point/shooting guard George Hill (thumb) has been deemed unavailable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a sprained right thumb. Despite the ailment, Hill was able to drop a season-high 22 points Sunday, with the team opting not to run him out for the second leg of a back-to-back. Hamidou […]
Kyle Lowry Returns To Lineup Monday
Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (toe, foot) has been given the green light to suit up for Monday's matchup versus the Pacers, ending his stint on the sidelines at two games. Without Pascal Siakam (knee) in the lineup, Lowry may see an increased offensive role out of the gate, whereas Norman Powell is likely […]
Michael Carter-Williams Remains Sidelined For Monday
Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Michael Carter-Williams (foot) will be unavailable for the 11th consecutive contest Monday due to a sprained left foot. Carter-Williams had popped up on the injury report as questionable last week, so a return in the near future cannot be ruled out, but for now, Cole Anthony, Jordan Bone, and even Aaron […]
D'Angelo Russell Unlikely To Suit Up Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (quad) has been deemed "unlikely" to play in Monday's game versus Golden State, per head coach Ryan Saunders. Russell sat out the team's most recent contest due to rest purposes, but also picked up the quad ailment Friday. His absence paves the way for Ricky Rubio to remain among […]
Aaron Gordon Likely To Return For Monday’s Contest
Orlando Magic point guard/power forward Aaron Gordon (hip) has been deemed probable to get back onto the floor for Monday's contest versus Charlotte after sitting out Sunday's game. Gordon has become a passing dynamo over his last three outings, having combined for 26 assists in that span. With his early-season minutes restriction now off, Gordon […]
Pascal Siakam, Kyle Lowry Draw Questionable Tags For Monday
Toronto Raptors power forward Pascal Siakam (knee) and point guard Kyle Lowry (toe) have both been bumped up to questionable to participate in Monday's contest versus the Pacers after having missed the outing between the two teams Sunday. Without Siakam and Lowry in the mix, the trio of Fred Vanvleet, OG Anunoby, and Norman Powell […]
Damian Lillard Stays Hot In Win Over Knicks
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard scored 39 points with eight assists, six triples, five rebounds, and a steal in a 116-113 win over the Knicks. It's Lillard's third straight 30-point game, as well as his seventh this month. The star guard broke his own franchise record, as he's now made 66 free throws in […]
Collin Sexton Sees Great Scoring Run End
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Collin Sexton had only 13 points in Sunday's blowout loss to Boston, finishing without a 20-plus point scoring output for the first time this season. He played only 16 minutes and picked up most of his points at the line with 7-for-7 shooting. Sexton shot 3-for-8 from the field and he […]
Kemba Walker Produces Good 21-Point Performance
Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker posted his first 20-point outing of the season on Sunday, finishing a blowout win over Cleveland with 21 points in 24 minutes. He shot 7-for-12 from the field, 3-for-5 from outside, and 4-for-4 at the line, adding five rebounds, four assists, and three steals with zero turnovers. Walker had […]
George Hill Scores Season-High 22 Points
Oklahoma City Thunder guard George Hill was very efficient with his play in Sunday's matchup with the Clippers, finishing a 108-100 loss with a season-high 22 points on 9-for-12 shooting and zero turnovers in 28 minutes. He also had a pair of assists and steals, while shooting 3-for-4 beyond the arc. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was once […]
Trae Young And Clint Capela Ruled Out Sunday
Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (back) and center Clint Capela (hand) are both ruled out Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Young has been playing through some back tightness, but it looks like it is finally affecting his availability after being a game-time decision on Sunday before being ruled out. Young's absence should leave more […]
Derrick Rose Will Not Play Monday With Knee Soreness
Detroit Pistons guard Derrick Rose (knee) is out Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Rose missed Saturday's game against Philadelphia, but it was the second half of a back-to-back so it was expected. This, however, suggests Rose is dealing with discomfort in his knee which is a bad sign for someone who has had knee problems […]
Raul Neto Ruled Out Against Spurs
Washington Wizards point guard Raul Neto (groin) will not play Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. In the Wizards first game in quite awhile, Neto will be sidelined with a groin injury. In Neto's absence, Russell Westbrook is returning from a quad injury, but will be limited to about 25 minutes on Sunday. Ish Smith […]
Russell Westbrook Will Start Sunday With Minutes Restriction
Washington Wizards point guard Russell Westbrook (quad) will play and start Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. Westbrook has been sidelined for the past week, although the Wizards have not been able to play any games due to health and safety protocols. However, Westbrook is back in the starting lineup on Sunday and will be […]
Jamal Murray Plays Well Against Phoenix
There have been a few points this season where Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray has struggled, but he's now scored 17 or more points five of the past six games, including putting up 26 in Saturday's win over the Phoenix Suns. Murray was 10-for-22 from the floor, plus 3-for-7 from deep. He added six rebounds, […]
Luka Doncic Posts 28-Point Performance Saturday Night
Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic tallied 28 points with eight assists and five rebounds in Saturday's loss to Houston. He shot 9-for-18 from the field with an ugly 1-for-6 record from deep and his 7-for-12 free-throw shooting left a lot to be desired as well. Luka also had one block on the defensive end, […]