Luke Kennard Ruled Out For Friday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Kennard was able to play 15 minutes in the season opener, but now he enters concussion protocol. Ziaire Williams is expected to continue starting at small forward. That means, he could see more playing time with Kennard […]

Cam Thomas Makes History With 36-Point Outing

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas had a spectacular season debut Wednesday versus Cleveland, producing 36 points off the bench in a 114-113 loss. It's the most points a player has scored in a season opener off the bench since the NBA started tracking starters in 1970-71. Thomas completed the historic outing with 13-for-21 shooting from […]

Cade Cunningham Scores 30 Points With Zero Free Throws

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham showed in the season opener against Miami on Wednesday that 2023-24 could be a very special campaign for him as he registered a game-high 30 points in a 103-102 loss without a single trip to the free-throw line. Playing in his first regular-season game since Nov. 9, 2022, Cunningham notched […]

NBA DFS Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Lakers vs Suns Thursday Night Showdown

Happy Thursday, RotoBallers! Welcome to our first edition of the NBA showdown article! Some of you may recognize me from various eSports articles throughout the year and I'm here to make my NBA debut with weekly articles every Thursday for one of the NBA showdowns! In our first matchup of the season, we have a […]

Terance Mann Wearing Walking Boot

Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann (ankle) was seen wearing a walking boot on Wednesday. The young guard suffered a sprained ankle during Monday's practice. The Clippers haven't given a timetable for Mann's return to the court. Robert Covington will move into the starting five ahead of Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. The […]

Devin Booker Doubtful For Thursday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (foot) is considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The superstar guard was dealing with a toe injury prior to Tuesday's season opener. This is not good news with fellow guard Bradley Beal (back) also unlikely to play. That means, Kevin Durant would be asked to carry […]

Luka Doncic Available Against Spurs

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) will play on Wednesday night against the Spurs. There were doubts regarding his availability for at least the opener. However, he returned to practice on Monday, participating every day since, and was present for Wednesday morning's shootaround. That said, Doncic may see fewer […]

Bones Hyland Questionable For Wednesday's Action

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bones Hyland (ankle) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's season opener against Portland. The 23-year-old sprained his left ankle in the Clippers' preseason finale against Denver last week. He was able to get through practice on Tuesday, but Hyland's status for the game is still up in the air. The speedy […]

Terance Mann Misses Opening Night

Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Terance Mann (ankle) won't be in the lineup Wednesday versus Portland. The 27-year-old suffered an ankle sprain in Monday's practice. This is a very unfortunate blow for Mann, as Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue had just confirmed him as the fifth starter for the season. He was reportedly battling with Robert […]

Josh Richardson Ruled Out For Wednesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Josh Richardson (foot) will sit out Wednesday's season opener against the Pistons. He suffered a left foot injury a week ago, and there hasn't been enough time for Richardson to recover. Richardson has been projected to be a starter for Miami, and there will be a healthy dose of minutes to be […]

Gary Harris Questionable For Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard/forward Gary Harris (groin) might have to sit out opening night against Houston on Wednesday. The veteran is listed as questionable for the game with a left adductor strain. Harris was a regular starter last season for the Magic, averaging 8.3 points with a career-best 43.1 percent shooting from three-point range. Jalen Suggs […]

Bryce McGowens Doubtful For Season Opener

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Bryce McGowens (ankle) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta. The 20-year-old is carrying a sprained left ankle, and it looks like he will have to sit out the game. He hurt his ankle during a workout in late September. McGowens' absence shouldn't affect things in fantasy hoops. The Nebraska […]

Chris Duarte Questionable For Season Opener

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Chris Duarte (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's season opener versus the Utah Jazz. The good news is, Duarte has made progress in his recovery from a left knee bone bruise. Despite that, the Kings are still listing him as questionable for Wednesday's contest. Kevin Huerter has already been named the […]

Josh Okogie Moves Into Starting Five

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Josh Okogie will move into the starting five ahead of Tuesday's season opener against the Golden State Warriors. It appears Okogie has won the competition to be the fifth starter in this rotation. He'll play alongside Devin Booker, Grayson Allen, Kevin Durant, and Jusuf Nurkic on Tuesday. Veteran forward Eric Gordon will […]

Jazz Pick Up Team Option On Ochai Agbaji

Utah Jazz guard Ochai Agbaji had his team option picked up by the club on Monday. He's now linked with the team through the 2024-25 season. Coming over from Cleveland in the Donovan Mitchell trade, Agbaji had a promising rookie campaign in 2023-24, posting 7.9 points in 20.5 minutes, mainly as a bench player. He […]

Jaden Hardy Back In Full Practice

Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy (ankle) was a full participant in Monday's practice. The 21-year-old is trying to overcome an ankle injury in time for Wednesday's season opener against the Spurs, and it's a great sign that he was able to log a full practice. Dallas will have another practice session on Tuesday, and we […]

Luka Doncic Goes Through Full Practice

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) went through a full practice on Monday. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said last week that there's no timetable for Doncic's return, but it looks like he might not even miss any action. This is certainly a big step towards being ready to play. Doncic is expected to practice […]

Monte Morris Out Versus Miami

Detroit Pistons guard Monte Morris (back) will sit out Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. The 28-year-old, acquired via trade in the offseason, averaged 10.3 points, 5.3 assists, and 3.4 rebounds in 62 games with the Wizards in 2022-23. Fortunately, he's increased his activity level after battling back spasms throughout the preseason and is nearing […]

Immanuel Quickley Doesn't Sign Extension

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley has not signed an extension with the organization ahead of Monday's deadline. That means, the 24-year-old will become a restricted free agent after the 2023 season. The former 25th overall pick is entering his fourth season with the Knicks. He took a major step forward last season as he […]

Bradley Beal Questionable Versus The Warriors

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (back) is questionable ahead of Tuesday's clash with Golden State. The former Wizard is battling lower back tightness, so his official debut with the Suns is in jeopardy. The problems for Phoenix don't end there, as Devin Booker (toe) could also miss the opener. Both players are expected to handle […]

Devin Booker Questionable For Opening Night

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (toe) is questionable for the regular season opener on Tuesday night against Golden State. The 26-year-old has been battling a left big toe injury. However, considering he practiced on Monday, it appears he's moving in the right direction. With Bradley Beal (back) also questionable, Booker will be needed on the […]

2023-2024 Season-Long Prize Picks: NBA Player Props

In the world of season-long NBA props, there are many options. I like to keep it simple because I will be targeting plays daily. Instead of hitting all of the averages, I like to take shots on outcomes. The season is long, and there are so many things that can happen between games 1 and […]

Aaron Nesmith Inks An Extension With Pacers

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith will be sticking around for three more years after agreeing to his first contract extension from his rookie deal. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, Nesmith and the Pacers agreed to a three-year deal worth $33 million. After not playing all that much with the Boston Celtics in his first two […]

James Harden May Not Be Available For Season Opener

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (personal) continues to be away from the team due to personal reasons. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, it's currently unclear whether or not Harden will be available when the team opens their season on Thursday against the Milwaukee Bucks. There isn't any word on when Harden will return to practice […]

NBA Draft 2023: UDFAs Who Won't Waste Time

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just […]

Devin Booker A Limited Participant At Practice On Sunday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (toe) was limited by head coach Frank Vogel in practice on Sunday as he dealt with a sore toe. The star guard should be fine for the team's season opener on Tuesday, according to Vogel. This status just seemed to be more precautionary than anything else. Booker shouldn't miss any […]

Bradley Beal Limited In Practice On Sunday

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (back) was limited in practice on Sunday while he dealt with a back issue. His injury is being classified as lower back tightness and head coach Frank Vogel was the one that limited his work. Vogel also said that Beal should be fine for the team's season opener on Tuesday […]

Suns Plan To Waive Keon Johnson

Phoenix Suns guard Keon Johnson will reportedly be waived so that the team can cut down the roster to 15 players. The 21-year-old found his way to Phoenix during the three-team trade with Milwaukee and Portland that also saw Jusuf Nurkic joining the team. Johnson didn't seem to impress the coaching staff enough to hang […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, And Locks: Oklahoma City Thunder 2023-2024 Outlook

The NBA season is right on the horizon, so now we should start analyzing certain teams and what you can expect from their players heading into the season. Today, I’ll be talking about the Oklahoma City Thunder and giving their lock, bust, and breakout fantasy player heading into the 2023-24 season. The OKC Thunder finished […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, And Locks: Minnesota Timberwolves 2023-2024 Outlook

With the NBA season right around the corner, it’s time to start breaking down NBA teams and determining what you should expect from individual players on the team this year. Today, I’ll be breaking down the Minnesota Timberwolves and giving their lock, bust, and breakout fantasy player heading into the 2023-24 season. The Minnesota Timberwolves […]