Austin Rivers Could Miss More Time

New York Knicks guard Austin Rivers (groin) was able to make progress during Thursday's practice, according to head coach Tom Thibodeau. However, it sounds like the team is unsure when Rivers will be able to get back on the court. That means, Frank Ntilikina or Dennis Smith Jr. should be looking at a boost in […]

D.J. Augustin Should Make Season Debut Friday

Milwaukee Bucks guard D.J. Augustin (calf) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's contest versus the Golden State Warriors. He was held out of the season opener on Wednesday, but has been practicing over the last few days. It sounds like Augustin is healthy enough to suit up for this game. That means, Bryn Forbes […]

Jamal Murray Expected To Play Versus Clippers

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (calf) is listed as probable for Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. It appears that Murray picked up the injury during the season opener versus the Sacramento Kings. That would help explain why Murray only made one shot all night long. It doesn't sound like minor calf tightness is […]

John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins Could Face Seven-Day Quarantine

Houston Rockets guard John Wall and center DeMarcus Cousins are facing a seven-day quarantine per the NBA's contact-tracing protocol, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic. Other Rockets players could potentially face a quarantine as well. The Rockets already had their season opener postponed and are supposed to be in action on Saturday against Portland. We'll […]

Dejounte Murray Shines Wednesday Night

San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray was a problem for the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. Murray scored 21 points on 9-for-15 shooting and added nine assists, six rebounds, two steals and a three-pointer in 31 minutes. Murray has averaged more rebounds than assists in his career so far, but this could be the year […]

Ja Morant Torches Spurs For Career-High 44 Points

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant was on fire Wednesday night, but could not lead his team to a victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Morant recorded a career-high 44 points on 18-for-27 shooting, including nine assists, two steals and a block in 35 minutes. What is even more impressive is Morant only recorded one […]

Kyle Lowry Registers Double-Double In Loss to Pelicans

Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry recorded a double-double in Wednesday night's loss to the visiting New Orleans Pelicans. Lowry posted 18 points on 7-for-15 shooting, 10 assists, four three-pointers and not much else in 39 minutes. Lowry was the primary facilitator, as expected, but had trouble keeping the ball in their possession with six […]

Luka Doncic Starts Season With 32-Point Performance

Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic scored a game-high 32 points in Wednesday's 106-102 loss to the Suns, shooting 11-for-26 from the field and missing all six attempts from three-point range. He finished off his line with eight rebounds, five assists, and one turnover. Taking care of the rock has been a problem at times […]

Chris Paul Makes Big Plays To Finish Suns Debut With Victory

Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul scored four vital points and had a steal in the closing minutes of the team's season opener against Dallas on Wednesday, helping the team to a 106-102 win. The veteran point guard had eight points, five assists, four rebounds, and two steals in total with a 3-for-9 shooting record […]

Trae Young Has Monster Night In Blowout Win

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young scored 37 points with seven assists, six rebounds, and five triples in a blowout win over the Bulls. Young was dominant- and remarkably efficient, as he shot 10 of 12 from the field, 12 of 14 from the line, and 5 of 6 from deep. He would have been able […]

Ben Simmons Stuffs The Stat Sheet In Victory

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons did a little bit of everything for his team in a 113-107 win over the Wizards. Simmons recorded 16 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, three blocks, and two steals in 32 minutes. Simmons made a few highlight-reel plays, including a lob to Joel Embiid for his first bucket of the […]

Russell Westbrook Has Triple-Double In Wizards Debut

Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook may have been in a new uniform, but the player looked the same. Westbrook tallied 21 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds on 41 percent shooting from the field as he donned the Washington uniform for the first time in a loss to Philadelphia. He became the first Wizards/Bullets player […]

Anfernee Simons Will Miss Wednesday’s Season Opener

Portland Trail Blazers point/shooting guard Anfernee Simons (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus Utah. Simons serves as Damian Lillard's primary backup, which could allow for the Blazers' All-Pro to absorb an additional handful of minutes. Despite his increased usage last year, Simons still averaged just 1.4 assists across 20.7 minutes per game. […]

D'Angelo Russell Will Come Off The Bench Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell has been bumped to the bench for Wednesday's game against Detroit after he was late to shootaround, stemming from a COVID-19 testing delay. Ricky Rubio will enter the starting five, although it's unclear if Russell will also see decreased minutes/usage as a means of discipline. With one cancellation (Oklahoma […]

James Harden Avoids Suspension, Will Be Fined By League

Houston Rockets point/shooting guard James Harden has been fined $50,000 by the NBA due to a violation of the league's health and safety protocols. The Rockets season opener was postponed Wednesday after positive COVID-19 tests within the organization, which were muddled by additional contact-tracing concerns. There was a thought that Harden may draw a suspension […]

Goran Dragic Comes Off Bench To Open Season

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic will lead the second unit during Wednesday's season opener versus Orlando, with Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, and Duncan Robinson making up the starting backcourt. The presence of Dragic with the bench group does not bode well for Kendrick Nunn's fantasy intrigue to begin the season, although the duo should […]

Oklahoma City-Houston Contest Postponed Wednesday

Wednesday's game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets has been called off due to multiple positive COVID-19 tests and continued contract tracing within the Rockets organization. As of Wednesday night, three players had either tested positive for the virus or had inconclusive results, while four additional players were quarantined under the league's contact […]

John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins Ruled Out

Houston Rockets guard John Wall and center DeMarcus Cousins have been ruled out for Wednesday's season opener due to COVID-19 protocols. It's honestly unclear who is available for Houston after the James Harden strip-club drama. Fantasy managers might have to wait until closer to tip-off before getting a better idea of who to start. As of right now, […]

Tomas Satoransky Available Versus Hawks

Chicago Bulls guard Tomas Satoransky will be available for Wednesday's season opener versus the Atlanta Hawks. He was cleared from quarantine earlier this week and has kept himself in shape. Satoransky might see limited minutes on Wednesday but should be an important part of the offense with the second unit this season. His ability to play […]

Dennis Schroder Gets Close To Triple-Double In Lakers Debut

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder impressed in his first game for the team, finishing a 116-109 loss to the Clippers with 14 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists. It could've easily been an even bigger night for him had his shot fallen, as the 27-year-old German managed to go only 5-for-15 from the […]

Kyrie Irving Leads The Way On Tuesday Night

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving finished with a game-high 26 points on Tuesday during the win over the Warriors. He also added four rebounds and four assists. Irving was dominant in this one, going 10-for-16 from the field in addition to nailing four of his seven shots from deep. The 28-year-old appeared healthy after having […]

Ty Jerome Unavailable For Wednesday’s Season Opener

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Ty Jerome (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Rockets. Jerome's absence will work against the Thunder's PG depth, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is set to serve as the team's starting point with George Hill pitching in off the bench. The Thunder acquired Jerome this off-season from Phoenix, […]

D.J. Augustin Unlikely To Make Team Debut Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard D.J. Augustin (calf) has been tagged as doubtful to suit up for Wednesday's season opener against Boston. Augustin was brought aboard to backup Jrue Holiday, but the role will likely shift to Donte Divincenzo should Augustin not be cleared in time. Whereas the veteran had some DFS upside last year as […]

Knicks Pass On Offering Frank Ntilikina An Extension

New York Knicks point guard Frank Ntilikina has had a much-maligned start to his NBA career since having been selected with the eighth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. Over 178 games, he has averaged 6.0 points and 3.1 assists per game, all while shooting just 36.6 percent overall, including 31.1 percent from long […]

Tomas Satoransky Earns Questionable Tag For Wednesday

Chicago Bulls point guard Tomas Satoransky (personal) is questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta. Satoransky has been away from the team, which likely puts his availability trending on the wrong side of suiting up. Coby White is set to take over starting point guard duties for the Bulls this season, with Satoransky […]

Anfernee Simons Draws Questionable Tag For Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Anfernee Simons (hamstring) has been listed as questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener versus Utah. A hamstring ailment has slowed Simons throughout the pre-season, and an absence Wednesday could funnel additional minutes in the direction of Damian Lillard. Having taken on a sizable bench role last year, Simons still […]

Dennis Schroder Draws Start For Season Opener Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder (ankle) has been given the thumbs up to play in Tuesday's game versus the Clippers and will draw the start at point guard. Schroder is expected to share ball-handling duties with LeBron James in the first unit, although the new member of the Lakers has been vocal about […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Headlines Cavs Bench Players Out Wednesday

The Cleveland Cavaliers' second unit will be severely short-handed during Wednesday's season opener versus Charlotte as shooting guard/small forward Kevin Porter Jr. (personal) and point guards Matthew Dellavedova (concussion) and Dante Exum (hip) will all miss the contest. Darius Garland and Collin Sexton will be the team's only active point guards, meaning that the duo […]

Rajon Rondo, Kris Dunn Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Game

Atlanta Hawks point guards Rajon Rondo (personal) and Kris Dunn (knee) have been listed as out for Wednesday's contest against Chicago, leaving Trae Young to likely receive a lion's share of the minutes at the point guard spot. The defensive-minded duo of Rondo and Dunn were added in the off-season as both PG depth and […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Starts Tuesday; Caris Levert Leads Bench Unit

Brooklyn Nets point/shooting guard Spencer Dinwiddie will start at the two-guard spot for Tuesday's season opener versus Golden State with Caris Levert set to come off the bench. The move stays in line with how head coach Steve Nash had been deploying his group during the preseason, but is a pivot away from years past […]