Bradley Beal Unavailable Wednesday

Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reported that Phoenix Suns guard/forward Bradley Beal (calf) is out for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings due to a calf injury. He will be joined on the sidelines by Kevin Durant (calf), who is also dealing with a calf issue. Additionally, Grayson Allen (hamstring) is listed as a […]

Anfernee Simons Won't Suit Up Against The Timberwolves

Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (illness) won't play in Wednesday's clash with the Timberwolves. These clubs met on Tuesday night, with Simons lasting only five minutes. As a result, Shaedon Sharpe got more involved, finishing the night with 17 points in 33 minutes of work. Without questions, Sharpe's upside is higher without Simons on […]

Robert Williams III Resting In Rematch With Minnesota

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (rest) won't play in Wednesday's rematch with the Timberwolves. Deandre Ayton (finger) wasn't available when these clubs met on Tuesday, resulting in Donovan Clingan sliding into the starting lineup. However, Williams benefited the most from Ayton's absence, finishing with 19 points, nine rebounds, three steals, and three blocks. […]

Paul George Won't Play Versus Cleveland

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) isn't available for Wednesday's matchup with the Cavaliers. The veteran scored a game-high 29 points in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks, adding 10 rebounds, three steals, and one block. However, he missed the start of the 2024-25 campaign because of a knee injury, so he'll take the night off […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday 11/13/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Wednesdays are some of the best days for NBA action as we always have a loaded slate of games on tap. Tonight we have an 11-game slate on FanDuel and with at least a half-dozen star players ruled out (and another 10+ important players currently questionable) it's going to be a difficult slate to navigate […]

Marcus Smart Picks Up Questionable Tag Ahead Of Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is nearing his return to action and could be back on the court Wednesday versus the Lakers. He practiced on Tuesday and has been listed as questionable for the game. The defensive specialist has previously carried a doubtful tag. Smart has missed six games with a right ankle sprain. […]

Zach LaVine Back On The Injury Report For Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Zach LaVine (adductor) is probable heading into Wednesday's game in New York. His presence on the injury report isn't anything new, so he should be out there against the Knicks, barring a setback. LaVine's name has been tied to trade rumors for years. Yet, things intensified during the offseason. But he remains […]

Gary Trent Jr. Active On Tuesday, Will Come Off Bench

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (hip) is active on Tuesday night for Milwaukee's game against the Toronto Raptors. Trent will come off the bench and Ryan Hollis will get the start in place of the injured Damian Lillard. Trent has missed two games with a nagging hip issue but is now in a spot […]

Jaylen Brown Active Tuesday Night

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hip) is active for Tuesday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks and won't have any restrictions, per Celtics' coach Joe Mazzulla. Brown missed four games due to the hip issue but was able to play on Sunday against Milwaukee and is good to go for Boston's first game of the […]

Jaden Springer Questionable Tuesday

Boston Celtics shooting guard Jaden Springer (knee) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of Tuesday's tilt against Atlanta. He's dealing with left knee pain. Springer's absence would not be a big issue for the Celtics, as the 22-year-old has barely played this season. He's seen action only four times, logging a maximum of […]

Tre Mann Questionable To Face Magic

Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (back) is considered questionable for Tuesday's battle with Orlando. He shook off a questionable tag to play on Sunday versus Philadelphia but apparently still isn't fully healthy. Mann has so far featured in all 10 games, averaging 14.8 points and 3.3 assists in 25.1 minutes. However, the 23-year-old has been […]

Garrett Temple Doubtful For Tuesday

Toronto Raptors shooting guard Garrett Temple (back) has been labeled as doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against Milwaukee. The veteran is bothered by lower back spasms. Temple has made only two appearances this season, logging nine minutes in total, so he wouldn't be a big miss if he's not available. Chris Boucher will continue to lead […]

Keyonte George Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (foot) is considered questionable for Tuesday's game against Phoenix. He missed his first game of the season over the weekend and might still remain on the shelf despite participating in Monday's practice. Isaiah Collier logged the start instead of George against San Antonio on Saturday. He finished with seven points, […]

Immanuel Quickley Questionable For Tuesday's Contest

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (elbow) might return to the shelf on Tuesday versus Milwaukee. He was back from an eight-game absence at the weekend, playing in both games of a back-to-back against the L.A. teams, but Quickley finds himself on the injury report again with a questionable tag. The talented guard has featured in […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Tuesday 11/12/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

The NBA slate will look and feel a little different this Tuesday since it is the first day of the NBA Emirates Cup. The teams will be wearing different uniforms and the courts will have unique designs as Group Play of the second year's mid-season tournament (rebranded with a new sponsor) gets underway. For fantasy […]

Gary Trent Jr. Listed As Probable For Tuesday Night

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (hip) is listed as probable for Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. Trent is dealing with lower back spasms that have caused him to miss the last two games. The probable tag is a positive sign for the Bucks who will be in desperate need of more offensive […]

Andre Jackson Jr. Probable For Tuesday Night's Matchup Against Toronto

Milwaukee Bucks guard Andre Jackson Jr. (hip) is listed as probable for Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. Jackson is dealing with a hip issue but should be able to give it a go. The 22-year-old has been inserted into the Bucks' starting lineup the last three games but hasn't been able to see […]

Zach LaVine Active For Monday's Game

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (groin) is available ahead of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. LaVine was tagged as probable coming into this game, but there was some doubt surrounding his status after playing 31 minutes in their last game. He missed three games due to this groin issue, but appears to be good […]

Malik Monk Ruled Out On Monday

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday night's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. The sixth man is dealing with a sprained ankle and won't be suiting up for the first time this season. Keon Ellis should see some more minutes off of the bench while Doug McDermott could see […]

Trey Murphy III Available To Make Season Debut Monday

New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (hamstring) has officially been upgraded to available, according to the team's X account. He'll make his season debut against the Brooklyn Nets after dealing with a hamstring issue that stemmed from the preseason. There hasn't been any word about a minute restriction, but it's likely that he won't […]

Malaki Branham Questionable Against Kings

San Antonio Spurs guard Malaki Branham (ankle) is considered questionable again on Monday for their game against the Sacramento Kings. The former first-round pick was unable to play in their last contest on Saturday due to the same ankle issue, so it's unclear if he'll be able to suit up or not. Tre Jones (ankle) […]

Zach LaVine Listed As Probable Against Cavaliers

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (adductor) is still dealing with a right adductor strain but he was able to return from a three-game absence on Saturday. Now, he's listed as probable to play again on Monday versus the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers. The two-time All-Star played a full 31 minutes on Saturday so he shouldn't be […]

Ausar Thompson Cleared By NBA's Fitness-To-Play Panel

Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (illness) had his rookie season cut short with a blood clot issue back in March and hasn't been able to play with the team since then. Now, as reported by Shams Charania, the dynamic wing has been cleared to return to the floor by the NBA's fitness-to-play panel. He'll likely […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Monday 11/11/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Do you mean to tell me that there are only five games on tonight's NBA slate? And here I have been breaking down 10 and 12-game slates for the last two weeks! One of those games happens to be my Cleveland Cavaliers going for their 12th straight win to start the season in Chicago! In […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 4 (2024-2025): November 11 - November 17

Happy Veterans' Day, everyone, and a special thank you to all of you who have served our great nation! This week, we have several NBA veterans who are worthy of being added off waivers as they have been thrust into larger roles due to injuries and a lot of young players who are starting to […]

Bub Carrington Available On Sunday

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (wrist) is available to play in Sunday's meeting with the Magic. The rookie has played well this season, averaging 10.3 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.3 steals. While he's been banged up throughout the year, his most recent ailment won't keep him off the floor on Sunday night. With […]

Luka Doncic Dealing With A Groin Injury

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (groin) is questionable to play in Sunday's matchup with the Nuggets. The multi-time All-Star amassed 30 points, seven assists, and seven boards in Friday's loss to the Suns. However, he popped up on the injury report because of a groin strain, so it's possible he won't be on the court […]

Zach LaVine Available On Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Zach LaVine (adductor) will return from a three-game absence on Saturday versus Atlanta. The two-time All-Star has opened the campaign in fine form, averaging 22.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists with 45.8 percent shooting from three-point range. Ayo Dosunmu's fantasy value takes a hit with LaVine's return, as he's been a […]

Trey Murphy III Might Return On Monday

New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (hamstring) is expected to make his 2024-25 debut on Monday against Brooklyn. The 24-year-old, who recently signed a four-year, $112 million extension, averaged 14.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 38.0% shooting from behind the arc last season. Unfortunately, he hasn't played yet this season because of a hamstring injury. […]

Devin Vassell Expected To Return On Saturday

San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (foot) is probable heading into Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. The 24-year-old is coming off a solid season, averaging a career-high 19.5 points in 68 games. Unfortunately, he suffered a stress fracture late in March and has been working his way back since. Without question, Vassell has untapped […]