Gabe Vincent Expected To Suit Up Versus Defending Champs

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (back) is expected to play on Tuesday night versus the Denver Nuggets. He's been battling a back issue, although he stated he could have played in the team's final preseason contest. However, the 27-year-old wanted to be sure he was 100% before returning to the court. Vincent, who signed […]

Jaden Hardy Still Battling Ankle Injury

Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy (ankle) remains sidelined, although head coach Jason Kidd hopes he will return to practice next week. The 21-year-old averaged 8.8 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists as a rookie. He also shot an impressive 40.4% from deep. However, now that Hardy is battling an ankle issue, he may miss time, […]

Luka Doncic "Progressing," Remains Without A Timetable

According to Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd, guard Luka Doncic (calf) "is progressing." after suffering a strain during practice a few weeks ago. "He continues to do on-court work," said Kidd. "My hope is that he resumes practicing next week, but we'll see where we are after the weekend." The 2018 No. 3 overall […]

Chris Duarte Has Team Option Exercised

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Chris Duarte (knee) had his fourth-year team option exercised on Saturday. That means, Duarte will be around in Sacramento for the next two seasons. Duarte is hopeful that a move to Sacramento will help revive his play after a rough 2022-2023 campaign. He averaged 7.9 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists across […]

Dru Smith Earns Standard NBA Contract

The Miami Heat signed guard Dru Smith to a standard contract on Saturday. The 25-year-old averaged 6.5 points and 5.3 assists in four preseason appearances, so he finally earned his way back on an NBA roster. However, Smith isn't expected to see a consistent role in the lineup in 2023-24 despite the signing. On the […]

Bones Hyland Misses Practice Saturday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bones Hyland (ankle) didn't practice on Saturday. The 23-year-old, who tweaked his ankle during the preseason meeting with the Nuggets, was traded to Los Angeles ahead of last season's deadline. He averaged only 10.8 points in 14 games with the Clippers. However, Hyland is expected to be a routine part of […]

Frank Ntilikina Diagnosed With A Fractured Tibia

Charlotte Hornets guard Frank Ntilikina (leg) was diagnosed with a non-displaced fracture of his left tibia after suffering the injury during Thursday's preseason meeting with the Boston Celtics. He will be re-evaluated in four weeks. The 2017 No. 8 overall pick hasn't had the career many had envisioned, averaging just 4.8 points and 2.2 assists. […]

Dennis Smith Jr. Dealing With An Ankle Issue

Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) didn't practice on Saturday. The 2017 No. 9 overall pick landed in Brooklyn this past offseason after bouncing around the league throughout his career. However, he had his best season in years in 2022-23 while with the Charlotte Hornets and is anticipated to have a routine role off […]

Devin Vassell Scores 13 Points In Preseason Finale

San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell scored 13 points in Friday's victory over the Warriors. He added three rebounds, three assists, and a steal. The 23-year-old had his most productive season in 2022-23 and was rewarded with a hefty five-year, $146 million extension a few weeks ago. He was limited to only 38 games, primarily […]

Fantasy Basketball Fades? One-Trick Ponies To Beware Of For 2023-2024 Drafts

If you've been around fantasy hoops for some time, then you understand how valuable a well-rounded skill set can be. It's the very reason why Nikola Jokic can finish as the top fantasy player year after year. The inverse is also true. While there are plenty of guys who possess the talent to provide value […]

Five Bold Fantasy Predictions For The 2023-24 NBA Season

Rotoballers, we are finally approaching the NBA regular season! Training camp and preseason are winding down and the first tipoff of the year is right around the corner. Fantasy basketball drafts are happening and everyone is starting to formulate their master plan, which usually includes some outlandish predictions. Every year has some big surprises that […]

NBA Coaching Changes: 2023-2024 Fantasy Basketball Impact

Coaching changes are more than just a strategic overhaul for teams in the multifaceted universe of the NBA. They reshape on-court dynamics, shift player roles, and redefine the very rhythm of the game. While intriguing for fans, this ebb and flow holds significant implications for fantasy basketball enthusiasts. As the gavel of leadership changes hands, […]

NBA Draft 2023: Second-Round Rookies to Watch Early

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 […]

Furkan Korkmaz Returns To Action

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Furkan Korkmaz (hamstring) was able to log 20 minutes of action in the team's preseason finale on Friday. He contributed eight points in a 120-106 win, shooting 3-for-6 from the field with a 1-for-2 effort from downtown. Korkmaz also registered a pair of rebounds and assists. The 26-year-old had missed the previous […]

Immanuel Quickley Back In Full Practice

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (undisclosed) came through a full practice on Friday, and it looks like he will have no issues suiting up for the season opener next week against Boston. The 24-year-old missed the team's final two preseason contests because he was "nicked up a little bit," according to Knicks head coach […]

Luka Doncic Remains Without A Timetable

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (calf) doesn't have a timetable for his return, according to Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. Doncic, who battled through a thigh injury at the end of last season and wasn't 100 percent healthy at the FIBA World Cup either, hurt his calf during a practice session ahead of a preseason […]

De'Anthony Melton Has A Big Night In Preseason Finale

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton had a game-high 29 points in Friday's win over Atlanta. He added five boards, two steals, and a block. The No. 46 overall pick in 2018 has thrived throughout the preseason, so his fantasy value has steadily increased in the last few weeks. Of course, Melton will need to remain […]

Tyrese Maxey Finishes With 12 Assists On Friday Night

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey had a double-double in Friday's exhibition win over Atlanta. He had 15 points, going 5-for-11 from the field and 3-for-8 from deep while adding 12 assists. The 22-year-old also shined defensively, accruing three steals and a block. Maxey finished the 2022-23 campaign by averaging a career-high 20.3 points. He's expected […]

DeJounte Murray Scores 12 Points Against Philly

Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray had 12 points in Friday's loss to Philadelphia. He added four assists and one steal. Murray struggled shooting in this one, mostly from deep, going 1-for-6 from behind the three-point line. However, despite the mediocre showing, the 27-year-old enters the season as a coveted fantasy option. There are things he […]

Donovan Mitchell Scores Game-High 28 Points On Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell finished with a game-high 28 points in Friday's loss to the Indiana Pacers. He added four assists and two steals. The 27-year-old looked good in the preseason finale, going 11-for-21 from the field and 3-for-7 from deep while accounting for 19 of Cleveland's 29 points in the third quarter. Of […]

Timberwolves Waive Matt Ryan, Sign Daishen Nix

The Minnesota Timberwolves are waiving forward Matt Ryan and, in a corresponding move, signing guard Daishen Nix to a two-way contract. Ryan last played for the Los Angeles Lakers and Timberwolves last season and he appeared in 34 games total. He provided a bit of shooting from the wing, but not much else outside of […]

James Harden Will Miss Preseason Finale

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (personal) remains away from the team and will now officially miss their preseason finale against the Atlanta Hawks, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The former MVP reportedly went back to Houston to tend to his sick mother, but he also desperately wants out of Philadelphia. It remains unclear […]

Bones Hyland Will Not Practice On Friday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bones Hyland (ankle) was trending towards missing at least a practice or two, but now it's official that he'll miss his first one after spraining his left ankle in their last preseason game. His timetable to return is still to be determined and they're going to re-evaluate him in a few […]

Terance Mann Named The Fifth Starter

Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann has been talked about as the deciding factor of a James Harden trade, but now he's also the fifth starter for the team alongside Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, Ivica Zubac, and Russell Westbrook. Robert Covington was rumored to be in the mix for the starting lineup, but head coach […]

Peripheral Monsters: Stat Stuffers to Target for 2023-2024 Fantasy Basketball

The 2023-2024 NBA season is rapidly approaching and you're probably getting ready for your drafts by doing a bunch of draft prep - which might just include reading this article! Whether you play H2H or Roto, you need to draft players who can contribute in multiple categories. Sure, specialists still carry value, especially if they're […]

Will Priester Joins the RotoBaller NBA Team! Expert DFS Advice from A Proven Winner (@ChiefJustice06)

RotoBaller is very excited to introduce Will Priester (@ChiefJustice06) - aka "Chief" - to the RotoBaller NBA team! Chief is an established NBA, NFL and DFS expert, with an impressive resume including contributing to RotoGriners and lots of big DFS wins! Read more about Chief below, and stay tuned for Will's exclusive articles and picks all […]

Bones Hyland Leaves With Ankle Injury On Thursday, Waiting For Evaluation

Los Angeles Clippers guard Bones Hyland (ankle) had to leave their preseason game on Thursday with an ankle sprain. After the game, when head coach Ty Lue was asked about the injury, he said that Hyland would be evaluated on Friday. This evaluation has yet to happen, but he will be someone to monitor since […]

The Time Is Now: Third-Year NBA Breakouts (2023-24)

"Breaking out" has different definitions for different players. For some, it's taking that All-Star leap, for others it's as simple as cracking the starting lineup and playing over 25 minutes a night. With the 2023-24 NBA season almost upon us, the following third-year players have all shown flashes of greatness, but haven't been able to […]

Jordan Poole Goes Off For 41 Points

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole was a scoring machine in Wednesday's 131-106 preseason victory over the Knicks, pouring in 41 points on 10-for-19 shooting. He caught fire very early and already had 29 points by halftime. Poole did the damage in just 27 minutes and finished 6-for-12 from downtown with a 15-for-16 effort at the […]

Erik Spoelstra "Encouraged" By Caleb Martin's Progress

Miami Heat guard/forward Caleb Martin (knee) hasn't been able to play in preseason due to left knee tendonitis, but he could be available for the regular-season opener next Wednesday. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has said he's "encouraged" by Martin's progress. Following his outstanding play during the 2023 playoffs, Martin enters the 2023-24 campaign with […]