Semi Ojeleye And Javonte Green Coming Off The Bench Friday
Boston Celtics forward Semi Ojeleye and guard Javonte Green will come off the bench Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. Kemba Walker (rest) and Daniel Theis (finger) are back for this game and the Celtics will start their normal, bigger lineup. Ojeleye has been starting for the injured Theis and put up some low-end lines while […]
Sekou Doumbouya Available Against Memphis
Detroit Pistons forward Sekou Doumbouya (concussion) is available to play Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Doumbouya was getting limited minutes with Detroit before missing the past three games with a concussion. However, Blake Griffin (trade rumors) is now sitting out which could lead to Doumbouya getting extra development. Doumbouya is still behind Jerami Grant and […]
Will Barton Available To Play Friday Night
Denver Nuggets guard/forward Will Barton (personal) is available to play Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Barton has missed the past three games due to personal reasons and was questionable coming into this contest, but he appears on track to play. Barton could come off the bench or push Michael Porter Jr. out of the […]
Gordon Hayward Listed As Probable For Saturday's Game
Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (back) is probable for Saturday's game against the Warriors. Hayward has only missed one game, as the Hornets have yet to play this week because of health and safety protocols. It would be wise for fantasy managers to be on the lookout for any updates during the team's shootaround, as […]
Will Barton Could Return Versus Cavs
Denver Nuggets forward Will Barton (personal) is currently listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has missed each of the last three games due to personal reasons, but it sounds like there's a good chance that he returns here. Facundo Campazzo, R.J. Hampton and Monte Morris would all see their roles […]
LeBron James Reaches 35,000 Career Points Thursday Night
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 35,000 career points on Thursday, finishing a 109-98 loss to the Nets with a game-high 32 points on 14-for-23 shooting. He added eight rebounds and seven assists with three turnovers in 33 minutes. LeBron was also the youngest to get […]
Joe Harris Scores 21 Points With Six Three-Pointers
Brooklyn Nets small forward Joe Harris dropped six three-point bombs on the Lakers in Thursday's 109-98 win, finishing with 21 points on 7-for-10 overall shooting from the field. He added five rebounds, one assist, and one steal to his line. Harris has found it difficult to make noise since the Nets formed its Big Three, […]
LeBron James Probable Against Nets
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is considered probable for Thursday's meeting against the Brooklyn Nets. The veteran has been dealing with the ailment for quite some time but has still managed to play, so his designation shouldn't come as a surprise. With Brooklyn giving up points at historic levels, the former MVP should […]
Nicolas Batum Questionable On Friday Night
Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum (concussion) is listed as questionable for Friday's meeting against Utah. The veteran has missed his previous two outings, opening the door for Serge Ibaka and Marcus Morris to see a dramatic increase in minutes. Batum is averaging 9.7 points, 1.4 steals, and shooting 45.6 percent from deep during the […]
Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot Cleared To Play On Thursday
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot (knee) is available to play on Thursday against the Lakers. The 25-year-old has dealt with soreness in his right knee, but he has managed to play through it. However, with an average of just over seven points per outing and a potential minutes cap, he should be considered a dart […]
James Ennis Expected To Play Friday
Orlando Magic forward James Ennis (groin) is expected to be available for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors, according to head coach Steve Clifford. He has missed each of the last two games, but will hopefully be available for this one. His return would mean less playing time for Dwayne Bacon. However, neither of […]
Jimmy Butler Notches Second Straight Triple-Double
Miami Heat small forward Jimmy Butler had a well-rounded game in a losing effort on Wednesday night against the Golden State Warriors. Butler scored 13 points and racked up 12 rebounds and 11 assists to record his second-straight triple-double. He shot 6-for-16 in the game and hit one three-pointer. He also had three steals and […]
Davis Bertans Drains Nine Three-Pointers
Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans scored 35 points on 9-for-11 shooting in Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets, with all of his attempts coming from three. He was also 8-for-8 from the line. In addition, Bertans grabbed three rebounds and added one assist, one steal, and one block. He'll face the Trail Blazers on Saturday, […]
Terrence Ross Scores Game-High 30 Points In Win Over Knicks
Orlando Magic small forward Terrence Ross was red-hot in Wednesday night's 107-89 win over the New York Knicks. Ross shot 10-for-16 from the field, including 5-for-6 from three-point range, on the way to a game-high 30 points. He was also a perfect 5-for-5 from the free-throw strike. Scoring wasn't the only contribution Ross made to […]
Rodney Hood Back In The Lineup Wednesday
Portland Trail Blazers forward Rodney Hood (foot) will play against the Pelicans on Wednesday. Hood hasn't played since Friday, though he might find minutes hard to come by considering how well Anfernee Simons has played lately. Fantasy managers looking for value in DFS should look elsewhere, as Hood was tough to trust even before his […]
Kawhi Leonard Ruled Out, Patrick Beverley Starting
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (leg) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Utah. Guard Patrick Beverley will return to the starting lineup after resting in the team's last outing. Leonard will miss his third game as he continues to deal with a leg contusion but could be nearing a return after being […]
Doug McDermott Good To Go Against Minnesota
Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (knee) is good to go against the Timberwolves on Wednesday. McDermott missed his team's last game but will be back out there. It's good news for the Pacers, as the veteran small forward has been an integral part of the rotation lately, averaging 14.7 points per game on 52.5 percent […]
Saddiq Bey Starting Wednesday
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Saddiq Bey will start Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls. Bey has been confirmed the starter on Wednesday after the team decided to sit Blake Griffin for the near future as they possibly work out either a trade or a buyout for Griffin. Bey was recently named Eastern Conference Player of the […]
Rodney Hood Questionable For Wednesday
Portland Trail Blazers forward Rodney Hood (foot) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He suffered a left foot sprain on Friday and hasn't played since then. Anfernee Simons has been on fire lately, so Hood could lose some playing time even if he does suit up. Honestly, Hood wasn't […]
Kevin Durant Out Again Thursday
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (hamstring) will miss his third straight game Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. Durant is dealing with a mild hamstring strain and the team will likely take a very conservative approach with their star's recovery. Durant was already slated to miss two games and being ruled out over a day […]
De'Andre Hunter Making Progress
Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) has progressed to weight-bearing, lower-limb strength activities. He is still recovering from a significant knee injury but will be re-evaluated in two weeks. However, the Hawks don't have a timetable for Hunter's return at the moment. Cam Reddish, Danilo Gallinari and Kevin Huerter will be asked to pick up […]
Victor Oladipo And P.J. Tucker Will Not Play Against Sixers
Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo (foot) and forward/center P.J. Tucker (quad) will not play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. Oladipo was doubtful coming into the night and was not expected to play while Tucker did have some promise with the questionable tag and is likely closer to returning. Jae'sean Tate and David Nwaba have […]
Ben Simmons Officially Ruled Out With Flu
Updating a previous report, Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Ben Simmons (illness) will sit Wednesday night against the Houston Rockets after being questionable to play. Simmons recently came down with the flu, and the team will exercise caution with their star guard. Tyrese Maxey is the next man up here and could be worth streaming in season-long […]
Ben Simmons Now Questionable Wednesday
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Ben Simmons (illness) popped up on the injury report and is now questionable to play Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. Simmons is dealing with a non-COVID illness, but that is all we know right now. If Simmons is unable to go, Tyrese Maxey should see a ton of minutes with Shake Milton […]
James Ennis Ruled Out Against Knicks
Orlando Magic guard/forward James Ennis (groin) will not play Wednesday against the New York Knicks. Ennis was finally hitting his groove before injuring his groin and will be sidelined for the second straight game. The good news for Orlando is Evan Fournier (back) is slated to return to the lineup on Wednesday. Ennis was a […]
Evan Fournier And Al-Farouq Aminu Available Wednesday
Orlando Magic guard/forward Evan Fournier (back) and forward Al-Farouq Aminu (knee) are both available to play Wednesday against the New York Knicks. Fournier has been dealing with back issues for almost the entirety of this season, but was making strides in practice ahead of Wednesday. Aminu has been plagued by knee injuries for over a […]
Eric Gordon Uncertain For Wednesday
Houston Rockets forward Eric Gordon (groin) is expected to be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has missed each of the last two games due to a groin issue. The Rockets could desperately use Gordon on the court with multiple players already sidelined. Jae'sean Tate and David Nwaba would see […]
Will Barton, Paul Millsap Ruled Out For Wednesday
Denver Nuggets forwards Will Barton (personal) and Paul Millsap (knee) will not suit up for Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Barton has missed each of the last two games due to personal reasons, so it's unclear when he'll get back on the court. Michael Porter Jr. has been the biggest winner here in terms […]
LeBron James Records Double-Double In Win Over 'Wolves
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James finished with 30 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists, and one block in 38 minutes during Tuesday's win over the Wolves. LeBron will now have to shoulder more of a load going forward with Anthony Davis sidelined due to an Achilles injury. The 36-year-old has been sensational recently, recording a […]
Michael Porter Jr. Held Scoreless
Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. didn't score in Tuesday's loss to the Boston Celtics, going 0-for-8 from the field and 0-for-5 from deep. Porter did manage to grab seven rebounds and dish out three assists. He blocked a shot as well. He'll face the Wizards on Wednesday, who allow opponents to shoot the seventh-highest […]