Fantasy Basketball Early-Week Streamers: Week 5

After an exciting start, it's week 5 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 of […]

LeBron James Outstanding In Sunday's Win

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James once again turned back the clock during Sunday's matchup against Houston, leading all scorers with 37 points and helping the team battle out a 105-104 victory. James had a quiet start to the contest, scoring just two points in the first quarter, but it was a vintage performance from […]

Lauri Markkanen Posts Big Double-Double Versus Phoenix

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen cooked up a juicy fantasy line Sunday versus Phoenix, finishing a double-overtime loss with 38 points and 17 rebounds. He added two steals and two blocks on the defensive end while shooting 15-for-27 from the field. It was an outstanding performance from Markkanen, although he managed only 2-for-10 with his […]

Gary Payton II Misses Another Game On Monday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (foot) will be unavailable for a second straight game on Monday versus Houston. He's nursing a left foot sprain. The injury shouldn't keep Payton II off the court for long, but Monday's game comes too soon for him. The 30-year-old is averaging 17.3 minutes this season for the […]

Matt Ryan Listed As Questionable For Monday

New Orleans Pelicans small forward Matt Ryan (calf) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Kings. He's dealing with right calf soreness and could be out for the first time this season. Ryan saw very little action during his first three years in the NBA, but he's become an integral part of the […]

Alex Caruso Probable Again For Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (toe) picked up another probable status heading into the team's game on Monday night against the Miami Heat. He's dealing with a toe strain but was able to play in their last game on Saturday and rack up 29 minutes on the court. Caruso has been a solid source of […]

MarJon Beauchamp Set To Miss Another Game On Monday

Milwaukee Bucks forward MarJon Beauchamp (ankle) has been ruled out for his third consecutive game while he deals with a right ankle sprain that he suffered on Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. While he's still sidelined against the Washington Wizards, Andre Jackson Jr. and Pat Connaughton will probably see most of the added minutes. Connaughton […]

LeBron James Listed As Questionable Against Rockets

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (calf) has received a questionable tag against the Houston Rockets on Sunday as he continues to deal with a bruised calf. He was questionable before playing in their last matchup as well, so the team will likely see how he feels after shootaround and warmups. The good news is […]

Tari Eason Is Available On Sunday Versus Lakers

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (leg) was listed as questionable earlier on Sunday due to left leg injury management in a back-to-back, but he is now upgraded to available and will take on the Los Angeles Lakers. The 22-year-old hasn't received the same kind of minutes he played last year, which was expected after they […]

Yuta Watanabe Won't Suit Up Against Jazz

Phoenix Suns forward Yuta Watanabe (quad) will not be suiting up on Sunday against the Utah Jazz as he deals with a left quad contusion. So far this season, Watanabe has been better utilized either as a streaming option or in very deep leagues. He's been seeing 18.6 minutes per contest, so his minutes will […]

OG Anunoby Probable For Sunday

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (hand) is listed as probable ahead of Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. It appears Anunoby is ready to return following a three-game absence. His return will move Gary Trent Jr. to the second unit, where he has been less effective. There is no word on whether or not Anunoby […]

Jaylen Brown Could Miss Matchup With Memphis

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (adductor) is questionable for Sunday's contest against Memphis. The 27-year-old had battled an illness earlier in the week, keeping him out for the C's meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers. As a result, the team may play it safe by keeping him out of the lineup for this one, especially against […]

RJ Barrett Returning Against The Charlotte Hornets

New York Knicks forward RJ Barrett (illness) will return for Saturday's meeting with the Hornets. The former Duke Blue Devil has battled migraines, keeping him on the shelf for the Knicks' previous three games. As a result, Josh Hart took his spot in the rotation. However, Hart could still see enough minutes to remain relevant […]

RJ Barrett In Danger Of Missing Another Game

New York Knicks forward RJ Barrett (illness) is questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Hornets. Barrett carried the same designation heading into Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. However, the migraines he's been battling kept him off the floor for a third straight contest. Nevertheless, if Barrett doesn't return for this one, Josh Hart, averaging […]

Jake LaRavia Uncertain For Saturday's Contest

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jake LaRavia (eye) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Spurs. The 22-year-old has spent time in the G League this season but has appeared in five games for the big club, averaging 3.4 points and 1.6 rebounds while shooting a disastrous 16.7% from deep. While those numbers aren't anything for fantasy […]

Khris Middleton Resting Versus The Mavs

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) won't play against Dallas. The veteran logged 22 minutes in Friday's decisive victory over the Charlotte Hornets, finishing with 12 points and six rebounds. However, it's Milwaukee's second game of back-to-back outings, so he'll take the night off to rest. As a result, Pat Connaughton could take Middleton's spot […]

Kevin Durant Close To 40-Point Triple-Double On Friday

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant put in a huge performance against the Jazz Friday night, leading all scorers with 38 points and registering nine rebounds and nine assists in a 131-128 road win. He was nearly automatic from deep with a 6-for-8 record and shot 15-for-22 overall. The effort marks Durant's third-highest scoring output this […]

Gary Payton II Out On Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (foot) won't play Saturday versus the Thunder. He hurt his left foot in another meeting with Oklahoma City on Thursday and will be forced to watch things from the sidelines for the second time this season. Payton II has averaged 17.3 minutes off the bench, posting 6.0 points […]

LeBron James Good To Go On Friday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (calf) is available on Friday night versus the Trail Blazers. The veteran has battled a left calf contusion suffered a few games ago, although it only cost him one go so far. He's coming off an impressive showing on Wednesday against the Kings, finishing with a massive triple-double with […]

Luke Kennard Out On Saturday Evening

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (knee) won't play on Saturday night against the Spurs. The 27-year-old, averaging 8.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and shooting 37.0% from deep this season, exited Tuesday's clash with the Los Angeles Lakers because of a bone bruise in his left knee, ending his night after just six minutes of work. The […]

Jaylen Brown Good To Go

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (illness) is available for Friday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. The 27-year-old has been under the weather, causing him to miss Boston's previous game against Philadelphia. But it appears Brown is good to go, meaning fantasy managers should move him back into the starting lineup. On the other hand, Sam […]

Brandon Miller Will Play On Friday Evening

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller (ankle) is available for Friday's matchup with the Bucks. The rookie injured his ankle during Sunday's meeting against the New York Knicks and didn't suit up on Tuesday versus the Miami Heat. He has been productive in his first season, averaging 12.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists. However, with […]

Gordon Hayward Will Suit Up Against Milwaukee

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) will play on Friday against Milwaukee. The 33-year-old is dealing with a right hamstring issue, causing him to miss the team's previous game versus the Miami Heat. Hayward has averaged 18.5 points, 5.2 assists, and 1.5 steals in November, primarily due to the prolonged absence of Terry Rozier (groin). […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Upgraded To Probable On Friday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) was previously listed as questionable and has since been upgraded to probable for their in-season tournament game against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. The former MVP was only forced to miss one game due to right calf injury management so he'll bring the dynamic duo back to full […]

Alex Caruso Likely To Play Against Magic

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso (toe) has been tagged as probable for the team's in-season tournament game against the Orlando Magic on Friday despite dealing with a left toe strain. The 29-year-old was able to return from the injury on Wednesday when he posted 16 points, five rebounds, three assists, and one block which was […]

Keldon Johnson Probable To Return On Friday

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (knee) was forced to miss their last contest due to right knee soreness but is now listed as probable to play on Friday against the Sacramento Kings. With Johnson coming back, he should fill some of the void left by Devin Vassell (adductor) after he was ruled out. The […]

Nicolas Batum Set To Miss Another Game On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Nicolas Batum (personal) has been ruled out of the team's in-season tournament game on Friday night due to personal reasons, which will be his third consecutive game missed for the same reasons. He has proven to be a very good role player for this team and has started while Kelly Oubre Jr. […]

RJ Barrett Questionable Against Washington

New York Knicks forward RJ Barrett (illness) could miss Friday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. The former Duke Blue Devil has battled migraine headaches, keeping him off the floor for the Knicks' previous meetings against Boston and Atlanta. At this rate, it's unknown how long the ailment will sideline him. However, Josh Hart, averaging 10.5 […]

Gordon Hayward Still Battling A Hamstring Issue

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game versus Milwaukee. The veteran has battled a right hamstring strain for a week or so, although it didn't cost him any time until he sat out on Tuesday against Miami. At this rate, it appears there's a good chance he won't suit up. With […]

LeBron James Could Miss Friday's Game

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The superstar forward was considered as questionable ahead of Wednesday's loss to the Sacramento Kings. Despite that, James was able to play 35 minutes during that game. The expectation is that James should be able […]