Russell Westbrook Scores 22 Points On 22 Shots

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook connected on 9-for-22 shooting en route to 22 points in the loss to the Clippers on Friday. Westbrook struggled at the line making just three of seven attempts while adding five rebounds with six assists to go along with two steals and make from three. Westbrook had a chance from […]

Donovan Mitchell Scores 30 Points In Win Over Warriors

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell recorded 17 of his 30 points in the second half on Friday to help secure the four-point win over the Warriors. Mitchell connected on 12 of 24 shooting from the floor while drilling three triples to go along with four rebounds and four assists in 35 minutes of action. The […]

Mike Conley Scores Efficient 27 Points

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley continued his improved play as of late, as he drilled nine of 14 shot attempts en route to 27 points in the 113-109 victory over the Warriors on Friday. Conley also nailed 5-for-6 from the line and added four triples with four assists and four rebounds to go along with […]

Alec Burks With A Big Line In Loss To The Jazz

Golden State Warriors guard Alec Burks kept up his solid play on Friday for his injury-riddled squad, but his 20 points were not enough in the 113-109 loss to the Jazz. Burks connected on 7-for-18 shooting while adding six rebounds with three assists and four steals with two makes from three in 35 minutes of […]

Ben Simmons Records First Triple-Double Of 2019-20

Philadelphia 76ers point guard/small forward Ben Simmons got into the triple-double column during Friday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs, collecting 10 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds across his 32 minutes. It wasn’t a particularly efficient shooting night (3-for-10 from the floor, 4-for-8 from the free-throw stripe) for Simmons all-around, but he has shown […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Drops Team-High 24 Points In Defeat

Oklahoma City Thunder point/shooting guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had his entire offensive arsenal working during Friday’s loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, accruing 24 points on 10-for-18 shooting. His performance marked the sixth time that he has led Oklahoma City in scoring this season, but the first such time since Nov. 5. His 10 made field […]

LeBron James Notches Seventh Straight Double-Double In Win

Los Angeles Lakers point guard/small forward LeBron James continued to rack up the assists during Friday’s victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, setting up 14 buckets for teammates in addition to 23 points of his own. James has averaged 11.3 assists per game over his first 15 contests, putting him firmly in the top spot […]

Kendrick Nunn Piles Up 21 Points In 26 Minutes

Miami Heat point/shooting guard Kendrick Nunn was an offensive spark plug for his squad during Friday’s victory over the Chicago Bulls, dropping 21 points on 8-for-14 shooting during his 26 minutes of action. The rookie has firmly entrenched himself in the Rookie of the Year conversation, having averaged 17.6 points per game across his first […]

Darius Garland Scores Career-High 23

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland put up a career-high 23 points with four assists, one rebound, and five three-pointers in a 143-101 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. The rookie has struggled to find his shot, posting a 33.8 percent mark from the field and 29.6 percent from three. His 34 minutes played were a new […]

Michael Carter-Williams To Miss Saturday’s Contest

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Michael Carter-Williams will be out of the mix for Saturday’s game versus the Indiana Pacers due the left hip ailment that forced him to receive an MRI. While his MRI came back clean, Carter-Williams will miss a second straight game and his fifth of the 2019-20 campaign. Without him in the […]

Grayson Allen Likely To Make Return Saturday

Memphis Grizzlies point/shooting guard Grayson Allen is set to make his return to the court for Saturday’s game versus the Los Angeles Lakers following a nine-game absence. Allen, who has dealt with a sore left ankle, is likely to return to his previous role as a high-volume shooter off the bench for Memphis. Allen has […]

Shabazz Napier Tagged As Doubtful For Saturday’s Contest

Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard Shabazz Napier is unlikely to return to action for Saturday's game against the Phoenix Suns due to persistent right hamstring tightness. Napier has missed each of the team’s nine previous games, having last suited up Nov. 4. The team has refused to rule him out for an extended period of time, […]

Seth Curry Ruled Out Again For Friday’s Game

Dallas Mavericks point/shooting guard Seth Curry will miss his second consecutive contest Friday versus the Cleveland Cavaliers due to an illness. Without Curry in the starting lineup, Tim Hardaway Jr. entered the starting five Wednesday and figures to do so again Friday, retaining speculative DFS value due to his shooting ability. Curry has retained minimal […]

Ricky Rubio Unlikely To Make Return Saturday

The Phoenix Suns are facing the likelihood that point guard Ricky Rubio will miss Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to back spasms. Rubio is in line to miss his second straight and third of the team’s last four games. His absence has paved the way for the rotation of Tyler Johnson, Jevon Carter […]

Damian Lillard Should Return Against Cavs

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (back) is probable to return against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday. He's been battling back issues lately and has missed the last two games. Anfernee Simons, Rodney Hood and Carmelo Anthony have been getting increased minutes without Lillard on the court. Simons is going to take the biggest hit […]

Kyle Lowry Could Return in Early December

Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (thumb) has not played since November 9 due to a fracture in his left thumb. He's going to miss at least four more games, but could return as early as December 1, according to head coach Nick Nurse. Fred Vanvleet and Norman Powell will continue to see as much playing […]

Malcolm Brogdon Doesn't Practice Friday

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (back) was unable to suit up for Friday's practice. He tweaked his back last weekend and has missed the last couple of games because of it. Brogdon should be considered doubtful for Saturday's game after missing practice twice in a row. Aaron Holiday should make at least one more start […]

Derrick White Has Been Ruled Out for Friday

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He was listed as questionable on Thursday, but the Spurs will remain cautious here. Patty Mills, Bryn Forbes, and Dejounte Murray will fill the guard position as a committee. Mills played well on Wednesday and could make […]

Jrue Holiday Posts 23 Points, Nine Assists In Thursday's Win

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday had a nice all-around performance against the Suns on Thursday, racking up 23 points, nine assists, four rebounds, three steals and one block in a 124-121 win. His struggles from deep continued with a 1-for-4 success rate, but as a great finisher at the rim Holiday produced solid 10-for-19 […]

Eric Bledsoe Drops 30 Points On The Blazers In Win

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Eric Bledsoe shot 11 of 21 against Portland on Thursday night to finish with 30 points, six assists and four rebounds. Bledsoe had a bit more energy in the tank not having to chase Damian Lillard around all night, and it led to his second highest scoring total of the season. […]

C.J. McCollum Fills It Up Against The Bucks

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum had the stage all to himself Thursday against Milwaukee and wasn't one to disappoint, dropping 37 points to go with 10 assists, six rebounds and five three-point makes. Damian Lillard missed his second straight game, and McCollum was one to take advantage with a season high in points. […]

Lonzo Ball Will Come Off The Bench Thursday

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Lonzo Ball (groin) will play but will come off the bench Thursday night against the Phoenix Suns. Ball has been sidelined for almost two weeks and will have a 20-minute restriction, per head coach Alvin Gentry. Ball's return will likely lower the value of J.J. Redick and Nickeil Alexander-Walker moving […]

Ricky Rubio Remains Out Against Pelicans

Phoenix Suns point guard Ricky Rubio (back) will not play Thursday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Rubio will miss his second game dealing with back spasms after fighting through the injury and playing 16 minutes on Tuesday. With Rubio out, Tyler Johnson will start at point guard. Rubio should be considered questionable for their next […]

Anfernee Simons is Active Through Shootaround

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (ankle) was able to fully participate during Thursday's shootaround. He's been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks, but is expected to play. Damian Lillard (back) will sit out his second straight game here. Simons will be a popular DFS option on Thursday, assuming he's able […]

Damian Lillard Won't Play on Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Lillard has been playing through a back issue, but is now going to miss his second game in a row because of it. C.J. McCollum and Anfernee Simons (ankle) will handle most of the ball handling duties. […]

Ricky Rubio Might Sit Against Pelicans

Phoenix Suns guard Ricky Rubio (back) is listed as a game-time decision for Thursday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Rubio was able to play on Tuesday despite his back issues. However, he played only 16 minutes, so he'd be a risky DFS option for Thursday. Tyler Johnson and Elie Okobo would see more minutes […]

Kyrie Irving is Ruled Out for Friday

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He wasn't able to practice on Thursday and will continue to be sidelined due to a right shoulder issue. Spencer Dinwiddie has been starting and getting a heavy usage without Irving available. Dinwiddie will continue to be a […]

Justise Winslow is Not Traveling for Weekend Series

Miami Heat guard Justise Winslow (head) will not travel with the team for their upcoming back-to-back set this weekend. He continues to be sidelined with a concussion and it's unclear when Winslow will be able to return. Kendrick Nunn, Duncan Robinson, and Tyler Herro will see extra minutes with Winslow sidelined.

Derrick White Might Sit on Friday

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (foot) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. White is dealing with a sore left foot and wasn't able to suit up for Wednesday's contest. Patty Mills and Dejounte Murray filled in for the injured White. That will likely be more of the same, assuming […]

Trae Young Scores 25 Points With Eight Assists

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young tallied 25 points, two rebounds, eight assists, and three steals in Wednesday's 135-127 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Young struggled to a 36.4 percent shooting performance, though he made up for it with his passing, defense and free-throw making. Young ranks in the top-10 in both points and assists and […]