Tyler Herro Remains Absent On Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (knee) will sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday versus Portland. He sustained a hyperextended left knee on Friday against New Orleans and hasn't been able to remain in the lineup, despite being initially listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against Sacramento. The Heat backcourt has taken quite a […]

Ben Simmons Resting On Tuesday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) will be rested for Tuesday's clash versus Orlando. He managed to shake off a sore left leg on Monday to play 14 minutes against Memphis, but the team will keep him out of action on Tuesday to manage his back injury. Cam Thomas (ankle) has also been ruled out, […]

Dante Exum Remains Out On Tuesday But Could Be Back Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) will remain sidelined for Tuesday's contest against Cleveland. However, according to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News, there's a "good chance" Exum returns on Wednesday when the team completes a back-to-back versus Toronto. Exum has featured just twice since Jan. 1 and looks set to return to action […]

Malcolm Brogdon Making "Good Progress"

Portland Trail Blazers guard Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) was re-evaluated on Monday and is making good progress in his recovery, the team has announced. The Trail Blazers added that Brogdon will continue to "ramp up with an anticipated return to action." Officially, the 31-year-old remains without a timetable for his return, but it looks like Brogdon […]

Scoot Henderson Remains Out On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson (groin) won't be available to face the Heat on Tuesday. He's been ruled out for a third straight game with an adductor strain. The injury has come at a bad time for Henderson, as he had just made his way back into the starting unit, and Trail Blazers […]

Landry Shamet Questionable Tuesday

Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet (neck) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Golden State. Shamet might have to exit the lineup after playing in 10 consecutive games. He doesn't have a big role with the Wizards, but with other players dealing with health issues, Shamet landed in the starting unit on Sunday versus Cleveland. He […]

LaMelo Ball Sidelined Again On Tuesday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) remains out on Tuesday versus Milwaukee. At this point, it appears there's a realistic chance Ball won't return this season, especially with Charlotte unlikely to make the postseason. Fortunately, Tre Mann has filled in admirably, averaging 11.7 points, 5.5 boards, 5.2 assists, and 1.7 steals in the six games […]

Dennis Schroder Moves Into Starting Five

Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Schroder has moved up into the starting five for just the second time in his Brooklyn tenure so far. Ben Simmons (leg) was upgraded to available for this contest, but he won't be retaining his starting role according to the Nets' official Twitter account. Including his time in Toronto, during the […]

Ben Simmons Upgraded To Available On Monday

Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons (leg) will play in his third consecutive game on Monday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The point forward was originally listed as questionable due to lower leg soreness for this game, but it seems like the pain isn't enough to force him to stay on the sidelines. In the last two […]

Dante Exum Listed As Doubtful For Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) has been listed as doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against Cleveland. He's missed 12 straight games but has been back in practice and doesn't appear to be far away from returning. However, his return on Tuesday still looks unlikely. Exum won't have to wait long for his next chance to […]

Luka Doncic Probable For Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (nose) continues to carry a probable tag on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's encounter with the Cavaliers. Doncic has played in each of the last nine games, and it's safe to assume he will remain in the lineup on Tuesday. The NBA's leading scorer will enter Tuesday's battle following […]

Dejounte Murray Shines With Near Triple-Double

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray went close to a triple-double as the team started life without Trae Young (finger) with a 109-92 victory over Orlando on Sunday. He led all scorers with 25 points, had a game-high 11 assists, and was also among the most productive players on the glass, finishing with nine rebounds. Across […]

Fantasy Basketball Early-Week Streamers: Week 18

After an exciting start, it's already Week 18 of the 2023-2024 NBA season. While you want to have faith in the players you drafted, don't get too attached. You may feel confident about your draft decisions, but remember: stars are born and eroded every day. Take a moment to see what's on the other side […]

Tyler Herro Questionable Against Kings

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (knee) is back on the injury report with a hyperextended knee and has been listed as questionable for their Monday night game. He suffered the hyperextension in their game on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans but he was still able to post 15 points, six rebounds, three assists, one […]

Terry Rozier Tagged As Questionable For Monday

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (knee) may return on Monday for the team's game against the Sacramento Kings. He's missed each of the last three games due to a knee sprain but has opened up the injury report with a questionable status instead of getting ruled out ahead of time. As he's trending in the […]

Marcus Sasser Ruled Out Again Versus Knicks

Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (knee) has been ruled out for their Monday night matchup against the New York Knicks due to a right knee contusion. The rookie combo guard hurt his knee on Thursday during their game against the Indiana Pacers and then was ruled out for their last game on Saturday. He was […]

Ben Simmons Questionable Versus Memphis

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (leg) is questionable heading into Monday's game versus Memphis. The former 76er was injured on Saturday versus Minnesota, so he was ruled out before the end of the contest. There was some confusion regarding the exact nature of the ailment, with some assuming he was dealing with a left knee […]

Donovan Mitchell Will Return Against Washington

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) will return on Sunday against the Washington Wizards. He missed the last two games because of an illness. However, the 27-year-old was trending in the right direction, so fantasy managers already planned on getting him back in the lineup. With Mitchell's return, Isaac Okoro will presumably return to the […]

CJ McCollum Out On Sunday Night

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (ankle) won't suit up on Sunday night versus Chicago. The former Trail Blazer injured his ankle on Friday against the Miami Heat, forcing him to exit after just 15 minutes on the floor. At this point, it's hard to gauge how long McCollum will be sidelined. But with Jose […]

Jose Alvarado Getting Three-Game Suspension

According to Chris Haynes of TNT, New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado will get a three-game suspension. During Friday's matchup between the Pelicans and Heat, several players from both clubs were involved in a scuffle, resulting in the league also handing down suspensions to Jimmy Butler, Naji Marshall, Thomas Bryant, and Nikola Jovic. With this […]

Trae Young Out At Least A Month

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (finger) will miss at least four weeks. The 25-year-old had been listed as questionable heading into Sunday's meeting with Orlando. However, he was downgraded to out just a few hours later, so many had assumed things weren't looking good. Unfortunately, it was revealed on Sunday that he suffered a ligament […]

Ben Simmons Won't Return On Saturday Night

Brooklyn Nets utility man Ben Simmons (leg) won't return to Saturday's meeting with the Timberwolves. The former Sixer was ruled out with left leg soreness, although it's not known how or when he picked up the injury. He'll finish the game with eight boards, six assists, four points, and three steals, and he'll likely carry […]

Trae Young Now Out On Sunday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (finger) won't play on Sunday versus the Orlando Magic. The exact nature of the injury remains a mystery. However, the multi-time All-Star was questionable earlier in the day on Saturday, so it's apparent the issue is more severe than initially believed. Nonetheless, fantasy managers will hope for the best. But […]

Quentin Grimes Will Make Pistons Debut

Detroit Pistons guard Quentin Grimes (knee) will suit up on Saturday versus Orlando. This will be his first game as a Piston after spending the previous three years in New York. He averaged 8.6 points in 162 career games with the Knicks, although he had more than a few potent fantasy showings. With Marcus Sasser […]

Luka Doncic Probable Again On Sunday

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (nose) is probable for Sunday's matchup with Indiana. He took an inadvertent shot to the face before the All-Star break and has made routine appearances on the injury report ever since. However, barring a significant setback, Doncic should be good to go versus one of the worst defensive teams in […]

De'Aaron Fox Playing With Shoulder Issue

According to Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee, guard De'Aaron Fox has been playing with a right shoulder injury. Fortunately, the 26-year-old reported the issue is "minor" and hasn't had an MRI because it hasn't been "serious enough." Fox has played exceptionally well this season, averaging a career-high 26.8 points with 5.6 assists and 4.1 […]

Trae Young May Not Play On Sunday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (finger) is questionable for Sunday's game against Orlando. He scored only 11 points on Friday night and suffered a thigh injury during the contest. However, a finger issue that might keep him off the floor on Sunday night. Young has missed only five games this season. But if he can't […]

Markelle Fultz Still Out Versus Detroit

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) remains out for Saturday's showdown with the Detroit Pistons. The 25-year-old will now miss his second consecutive game because of his nagging left knee injury, the same one that's him kept off the floor for 35 games throughout the 2023-24 campaign. Of course, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are […]

Week 17: Dynasty Risers And Fallers For Fantasy Basketball

The playoff push for both NBA and fantasy teams alike has arrived! We have officially crawled our way through the All-Star break filled with dreams of the past All-Star games and everyone complaining about the current setup. Let's just all collectively understand that we got to see great basketball back in the day and it's […]

Tyler Herro Hurts Knee In Friday's Game

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro couldn't complete Friday's game against New Orleans after hurting his left knee. Herro finished the contest with 15 points, six rebounds, three assists, and one block in 31 minutes. Luckily, he appears to have avoided a serious injury. Herro said postgame: "I think structurally everything was good. No major, even […]