Killian Hayes Unlikely To Play In Wednesday’s Game

Detroit Pistons point guard Killian Hayes (hip) has been tagged as doubtful for Wednesday's contest against Milwaukee as he battles a strained right hip that forced him to exit Monday's game. Hayes, who the team grabbed with the 7th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, has scuffled mightily from the field to begin his […]

Brooklyn Shakes Up Starting Five Amid Kevin Durant’s Absence

The Brooklyn Nets are breaking out a new-look starting lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Jazz, rolling with Kyrie Irving, Bruce Brown, Taurean Prince, Jeff Green and Jarrett Allen as Kevin Durant begins his seven-day quarantine period due to COVID-19. The decision to significantly shake up the starting five is somewhat surprising but does allow Caris Levert, […]

Michael Carter-Williams Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Game

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Michael Carter-Williams (foot) has been deemed unavailable to suit up Wednesday against Cleveland due to a foot injury that he sustained during Monday's game. Carter-Williams had moved into the starting five with Evan Fournier (back) banged up, with the veteran's absence likely to lead to a larger role for rookie Cole […]

Marcus Smart, Jeff Teague Questionable To Play Wednesday

Boston Celtics point guards Marcus Smart (thumb) and Jeff Teague (ankle) have been deemed questionable to play in Wednesday's tilt versus the Heat. Both sat out the team's win Monday, which saw Tremont Waters draw the start, while Payton Pritchard starred with an extended role. Head coach Brad Stevens praised Pritchard, and should either Smart […]

Darius Garland, Dante Exum Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest

Cleveland Cavaliers point guards Darius Garland (shoulder) and Dante Exum (calf) have been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus Orlando. The absence of the duo paves the way for Collin Sexton to take on another considerable offensive workload, while handling the vast majority of ball-handling duties. Damyean Dotson is likely to remain among the starting […]

Trae Young Posts 31 Points In Losing Effort

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young scored a game-high 31 points in Monday's loss to the Knicks, shooting 9-for-22 from the field and 1-for-6 from outside. It wasn't an efficient performance by Young, but 12 made free throws helped him record his fourth 30-point game of the season. Young also notched his third double-double of […]

Derrick Rose Scores Season-High 24 Points

Detroit Pistons guard Derrick Rose posted a season-high 24 points with eight assists, two rebounds, two triples, and a steal in a losing effort to the Bucks. Rose had struggled a bit with his shot this season, though he was right on the money for Detroit on a night where they were without Blake Griffin […]

Derrick White Sustains Fractured Toe, Return Unclear

San Antonio Spurs point/shooting guard Derrick White (toe) has dealt with toe injuries throughout the early portion of the 2020-21 year, with his latest ailment being a minor fractured toe, which could scuttle his return just after it began. White played 23 minutes in his season debut, but has been carefully managed by the Spurs […]

Dante Exum Departs Monday’s Contest Early Due To Injury

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Dante Exum (leg) left Monday's game versus the Magic after just one minute played due to what has been deemed a calf strain and will not return. Exum has an extensive injury history, which when combined with the non-contact nature of what he sustained Monday, is not a positive sign in […]

LeBron James, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Questionable Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard/small forward LeBron James (ankle) and shooting guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) have once again earned questionable designations for Tuesday's contest against the Grizzlies. James has consistently earned a questionable tag since spraining his ankle over a week ago, but has shown no signs of missing time. Caldwell-Pope on the other hand […]

Kevin Huerter, Rajon Rondo Cleared To Play In Monday’s Game

Atlanta Hawks shooting guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) and point guard Rajon Rondo (knee) have been given the thumbs up to take the floor for Monday's contest against the Knicks after having been deemed questionable throughout the day. Huerter is coming off a double-double in his most recent contest, having held down a consistent offensive role […]

Tremont Waters Draws Start In Place Of Marcus Smart On Monday

Boston Celtics point guard Tremont Waters will start in Monday's contest against Toronto, which marks just the second start of his career. Having played just nine minutes across two contests for the Celtics this year, Waters figures to see an uptick in playing time with both Marcus Smart (thumb) and Jeff Teague (ankle) unavailable. Despite […]

Luka Doncic Returns To Lineup After One-Game Absence

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic (quad) has been given the green light to take the floor for Monday's game versus the Rockets, ending his absence at just one contest. Dallas appears to have played it safe with their MVP candidate by sitting him Sunday on the first leg of a back-to-back, a contest in […]

Alec Burks, Dennis Smith Jr. Headline Monday’s Inactives

The New York Knicks will once again be without shooting guard Alec Burks (ankle) and point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (quad) for Monday's game against the Hawks. Burks and Smith lead a group that also includes Frank Ntilikina (knee), Obi Toppin (calf), and Omari Spellman (knee) on the sidelines. Without Burks, expect Reggie Bullock and […]

Darius Garland, Isaac Okoro Sidelined For Monday’s Game

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Darius Garland (shoulder) and small forward Isaac Okoro (foot) have been ruled out for Monday's contest versus the Magic. Garland's absence will be his first of the year, allowing Damyean Dotson to enter the starting five in his place. Collin Sexton figures to take on an even larger offensive workload without […]

Marcus Smart Ruled Out For Monday’s Contest

Boston Celtics point/shooting guard Marcus Smart (thumb) will miss Monday's game versus the Raptors due to a sprained right thumb. With Jeff Teague (ankle) also sidelined, Payton Pritchard is in line to see a considerable workload, with Jaylen Brown also likely to see extended ball-handling opportunities, giving both added DFS upside. Smart has gotten off […]

James Harden Receives Green Light To Play Monday

Houston Rockets point/shooting guard James Harden (ankle) will suit up for Monday's contest against the Mavericks. Harden had earned a questionable designation after missing the team's most recent game. With Harden back on the floor, John Wall, Eric Gordon, and other key offensive cogs for Houston will revert back to their traditional fantasy appeal, as […]

Luka Doncic Likely To Play In Monday’s Contest

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic (quad) has earned a probable designation for Monday's game versus the Rockets. Doncic was unable to suit up Sunday due to the injury, although it's unclear if the team was merely playing it safe with a back-to-back on tap. Without Doncic on the floor, Jalen Brunson delivered enormous production, […]

Darius Garland, Isaac Okoro Questionable To Suit Up Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Darius Garland (shoulder) and small forward Isaac Okoro (foot) are both questionable to participate in Monday's contest versus the Magic. Garland has shown signs of breaking out during his second season, averaging 17.2 points and 6.3 assists per contest over his first six games. Any absence would pave the way for […]

Memphis Inks Tim Frazier To Contract

The Memphis Grizzlies have brought aboard veteran point guard Tim Frazier, adding to the team's depth at the position with Ja Morant (ankle) and De'Anthony Melton (COVID-19) currently unavailable. Frazier appeared in 27 games (11 starts) last season for the Pistons, having averaged just 3.6 points and 3.4 assists per contest. When given the opportunity, […]

Jeff Teague Ruled Out For Monday’s Contest

Boston Celtics point guard Jeff Teague (ankle) will miss Monday's game versus the Raptors due to a sprained left ankle. Without Teague available off the bench, Payton Pritchard should be in line for an increased role as the backup PG. Further confounding Boston's backcourt situation, Marcus Smart (thumb) has been deemed questionable to play against […]

Marcus Smart Up In The Air For Monday's Game

Boston Celtics point/shooting guard Marcus Smart (thumb) is deemed questionable to play in Monday's game versus the Raptors as he battles a sprained thumb on his shooting hand. Smart has begun the season dishing out a career-best 6.7 assists per game as he has served as Boston's primary distributor with Kemba Walker (knee) unavailable. Smart's […]

Damian Lillard Delivers 32 Points Against Warriors

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard posted his fourth 30-point game of the season on Sunday against the Warriors, but his effort wasn't enough in an eventual 137-122 loss. Dame finished with 32 in the game, shooting 10-for-24 from the field and 6-for-15 from downtown. He also had four rebounds and four assists with […]

Jalen Brunson Scores 31 Points

Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson scored 31 points on 11-for-17 shooting in Sunday's loss to the Chicago Bulls. He also added seven assists, five rebounds, and a steal. Brunson was 3-for-7 from deep. While it wasn't the highest-scoring night of his NBA career, it was close. Brunson's performance was aided by the absence of Luka […]

Stephen Curry Explodes For Career-High 62 Points

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry put on a phenomenal show on Sunday against Portland, shooting 18-for-31 from the field and 8-for-16 from behind the arc en route to a career-high 62 points. He added 18 points from the free-throw line and notched five rebounds and four assists with five turnovers. Curry's previous career […]

Jamal Murray Goes Off For 36 Points

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray recorded his second consecutive 30-point game on Sunday, finishing a 124.109 win over Minnesota with 36 points. Murray was busy all night, shooting 13-for-20 from the field and 7-for-9 at the line. He had three triples with five rebounds, four assists, one steal, and zero turnovers. Murray missed Tuesday's […]

Luka Doncic Will Not Play Versus Chicago

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (quad) has been ruled out Sunday against the Chicago Bulls. Doncic, who was doubtful coming into the contest, must have picked up the injury in the win over the Miami Heat on Friday. However, this is the first leg of a back-to-back and could be a rest day for Doncic. […]

Derrick White Won't Suit Up On Sunday

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. He made his season debut on Friday and played 20 minutes in the loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Spurs are likely going to be careful with White and ease him back into action. The team […]

Collin Sexton Drops Game-High 27 Points In Victory

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Collin Sexton poured in a game-high 27 points during Saturday's win over Atlanta, marking his sixth straight contest passing the 20-point plateau to begin the year. In what has been a small sample size thus far, Sexton has embraced the role of No. 1 scoring option for the Cavs and has […]

Ben Simmons Records First Triple-Double Of Season In Win

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons finished Saturday's victory over Charlotte with 15 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists, logging his first triple-double of the new year. The 11 assists set a new season high, while Simmons shot 6-for-9 from the floor and 3-for-5 from the free-throw stripe. Having scored between nine and 16 points […]