Jordan Clarkson, Matthew Dellavedova Hot Off The Bench
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jordan Clarkson tied a team-best with 18 points off the bench in Sunday's 104-101 victory against the Chicago Bulls. He was a very efficient 8-for-11 from the field with one three-pointer, seven rebounds and six assist with just one turnover. Delly added 16 points off the pine with five assists and […]
Zach LaVine is Probable for Sunday
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. His status was uncertain on Saturday due to left ankle soreness, but it appears that LaVine is feeling better. However, it doesn't sound like he's playing at 100 percent, so LaVine is a risky DFS option.
Tyler Johnson is Questionable for Sunday
Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the New York Knicks. Johnson is dealing with left calf soreness, but it sounds like he'll attempt to play through it if possible. Wayne Ellington, Dion Waiters, and Rodney McGruder would gain playing time if Johnson sits out.
Chris Paul Plans to Play on Sunday
Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (hamstring) says he plans to play in Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic, according to Tim MacMahon. Head coach Mike D'Antoni didn't sound sure about Paul's status on Saturday, but he's likely just being cautious with the veteran guard. It's unclear how much Paul would play on Sunday, so that […]
Kemba Walker Misses Practice on Sunday
Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (neck) missed practice on Sunday after suffering a mild neck strain on Friday. He left Friday's game after hurting his neck on a loose ball scramble. The Hornets play the Knicks on Monday, so fantasy owners should consider Walker questionable for that contest. Tony Parker and Devonte' Graham would gain […]
Jrue Holiday Performs Well
New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday played solidly Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. Holiday scored 29 points on nine for twenty shooting with three of those made buckets coming from downtown. Also in the contest Holiday had seven rebounds and three assists. This has been a career year for Holiday who is averaging […]
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson Combine 45 Points On Saturday
Golden State Warriors guards Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson combined 9-for-20 from deep on Saturday against Boston, contributing 45 points into a 115-111 win. Steph, who was 6-for-12 from downtown, had 24 points and Klay finished with 21. Thompson's form has been up and down all season long with him looking red-hot one night and […]
Kyrie Irving Scores 32 Points In Saturday's Loss
Boston Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving paced the team with 32 points on Saturday against the Warriors, but it wasn't enough to pick up a win. He shot 12-for-27 from the field, including 4-for-10 from downtown, while recording 10 assists, six rebounds, and two steals. Kyrie has been immense in recent weeks, picking up four […]
Mike Conley Jr. Has Nice Double-Double In Home Win
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley Jr. rolled up 22 points with 11 assists across 32 minutes in Saturday's 106-103 victory against the Indiana Pacers as the Grizz snapped an ugly eight-game losing skid. Conley ended up hitting 8-for-13 from the field, including 2-for-6 from behind the three-point line, while adding four rebounds and two […]
Darren Collison Flirts With Double-Double In Road Loss
Indiana Pacers point guard Darren Collison managed 18 points with nine assists over 32 minutes in Saturday's 106-103 road loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. He hit 3-for-5 from the field, including 2-for-2 from behind the three-point line, and he was an impressive 10-for-10 from the three-throw stripe, too. In addition, he chipped in with two […]
Kemba Walker Suffers Neck Sprain
Charlotte Hornets point guard Kemba Walker suffered a neck sprain late in the fourth quarter of Charlotte's loss to the Bucks on Friday. With 2:06 remaining in the game, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Walker collided during a scrum following Antetokounmpo's block of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist's shot. There has been no timetable given for how long the 2019 […]
Chris Paul is Questionable for Sunday
Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic, according to head coach Mike D'Antoni. It appears that Paul is getting very close to returning from his left hamstring strain. The Rockets are going to be careful and if Paul isn't 100 percent then he's likely going to sit. […]
De'Anthony Melton Ruled Out for Sunday
Phoenix Suns guard De'Anthony Melton (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Melton was seen in a walking boot on Friday, so he's likely going to miss multiple games. Elie Okobo played 31 minutes on Friday and should continue to see similar playing time with Melton sidelined. However, Okobo […]
Spencer Dinwiddie Will Have Surgery
Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (thumb) will have surgery to repair torn ligaments in his right thumb, according to Adrian Wojnarowski. Dinwiddie saw two specialists and both recommended surgery. He's expected to miss three to six weeks of action, so he won't be back until maybe some point in late February. Shabazz Napier is going […]
Damian Lillard Will Rest on Saturday
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (rest) will not play in Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks, according to Chris Haynes. Lillard has played in every game this season, but it looks like he'll get the night off against the struggling Hawks. Evan Turner and Seth Curry should gain playing time, while C.J. McCollum runs […]
Jamal Murray is Questionable for Saturday
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Murray suffered a left ankle sprain on Friday and was unable to return to the contest. Head coach Mike Malone said Murray could've returned to the contest, but the Nuggets were up big, so they decided to play it safe. […]
Eric Bledsoe Misses All Seven Of His Three-Point Attempts
Milwaukee Bucks point guard Eric Bledsoe scored 19 points, grabbed four rebounds, dished out three dimes, blocked one shot, and came up with a steal in Friday's victory over the Hornets. The 29-year-old was 7-for-16 from the field as he missed all seven of his three-point attempts and was 4-for-5 from the free throw line. […]
Malcolm Brogdon Continues To Shoot The Ball Well
Milwaukee Bucks point guard/shooting guard Malcolm Brogdon scored 19 points on 7-for-13 shooting from the floor, 1-for-2 from beyond the arc, and 4-for-4 from the free throw line in Friday's victory over the Hornets. The 6-foot-5 combo guard also grabbed five rebounds, doled out an assist, and came up with a steal. It was his […]
Mike Conley Continues Solid Play
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley had a solid outing versus the Sacramento Kings on Friday. Conley scored 16 points going six for fifteen from the field with two of those made buckets coming from downtown. The month of January has been very good for Conley who is averaging 18.6 points and 4.9 assists during […]
De'Aaron Fox Contributes In Multiple Ways
Sacramento Kings point guard De'Aaron Fox had a solid all-around performance Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies. Fox scored 22 points going eight for seventeen from the floor and five for five from the charity stripe. Also in the outing, Fox had six boards and five assists. Since the beginning of January Fox has averaged […]
Luka Doncic With The Massive Line In Friday's Win
Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Luka Doncic filled up the stat sheet on Friday as the 19-year-old continued his bid for Rookie of the Year in the 106-101 win over the Pistons. Doncic scored 32 points while dishing out eight assists and grabbing eight rebounds with two steals and a block and he also drained three triples […]
Dennis Smith Jr. Scores 19 Points On 14 Shots
Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. scored an efficient 19 points on Friday when he connected on eight of 14 shooting in the tight win over the Pistons. Smith Jr. also distributed five assists with two rebounds and added two makes from three in 36 minutes of action. Smith Jr. has been great since returning […]
Zach LaVine Records An Excellent Line In Friday's Defeat
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine posted an excellent line on Friday that included 29 points on a solid 10 of 20 shooting, but it was not enough in his club's loss to the Clippers. LaVine added four boards with three assists and two steals while connecting on two makes from downtown. LaVine and coach Boylen […]
Lou Williams Records A Triple-Double On Friday
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams came off the bench to record his first career triple-double on Friday in the five-point over the Bulls. Williams scored 31 points while dishing out 10 assists and added 10 rebounds with a steal and a block in 32 minutes of action. This was the first 30-point triple-double off […]
Justise Winslow Lights Up The Cavs For 27 Points On Friday
Miami Heat guard Justise Winslow had his offense on cruise control on Friday when he registered 27 points in the 100-94 win over the Cavaliers. Winslow did not stop there as he added seven rebounds with two assists and a block with four makes from three. Although this game was against the worst ranked defense […]
Kyle Lowry Makes Just Two Of His Nine Shot Attempts In Loss
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry shooting woes continued in Friday's loss to the Rockets. Lowry managed to make just two of nine of his shots from the floor to score nine points, but he did salvage his line by adding 11 assists with four rebounds and a steal. Coach Nurse has taken a proactive approach […]
James Harden Keeps It Going In Win Over Raptors
Houston Rockets guard James Harden kept his 30-plus point streak going on Friday when he poured in 35 points on nine of 25 shooting in the tight win over the Raptors. Harden connected on a perfect 15 of 15 shots at the line and added two rebounds with seven assists with a block while knocking […]
Jerryd Bayless Scores In Double-Figures For The Second Straight Game
Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jerryd Bayless has provided a nice boost off the bench the last two games as the Wolves are dealing with several injuries in their backcourt. Bayless set season highs with 16 points and eight assists as well as 30 minutes of playing time in Thursday's victory over the Lakers. He was […]
Spencer Dinwiddie Could Miss Over A Month
Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (thumb) suffered torn ligaments in his right thumb and is considering having surgery. Originally, Dinwiddie was expected to miss roughly four to six weeks. Joe Harris and Shabazz Napier will see increased playing time in the absence of Dinwiddie. Both players should be fairly solid fantasy options on the banged […]
Ish Smith is Doubtful for Friday
Detroit Pistons guard Ish Smith (groin) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. This is the second groin issue that Smith has dealt with this season, so the Pistons might want to remain cautious and hold him out. It appears the Pistons are going with a committee approach to fill the […]