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 […]

Malaki Branham On The Injury Report For Saturday

San Antonio Spurs guard Malaki Branham (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's contest versus the Utah Jazz. The 2022 No. 20 overall pick recorded a season-high 17 points in Thursday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers. But he tweaked his ankle late in the game and is now questionable against a Jazz team with only one […]

Immanuel Quickley Has A Chance To Return On Saturday

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (pelvis) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Clippers. He hasn't played since the opener and has been on the shelf since because of a pelvic contusion. Fortunately, there's optimism the former Knick will be back soon, potentially as early as Saturday's game. It's unknown if Quickley will see limited […]

Zach LaVine Uncertain For Meeting With Atlanta

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (adductor) is questionable for Saturday's game in Atlanta. The 29-year-old last played in the win over Brooklyn on November 1, scoring 21 points while going 5-for-9 from behind the arc. However, he's missed the Bulls' previous three contests because of a right adductor strain. If LaVine can't return for Saturday's […]

Bradley Beal Will Play Against The Mavs

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Bradley Beal (elbow) will play on Friday versus the Mavericks. The elbow injury isn't anything new, so most were aware that there was a good chance he'd be out there on Friday night. With Devin Booker (illness) also cleared to suit up, it should mean fewer minutes and scoring opportunities for Royce […]

Devin Booker Available Against Dallas

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (illness) will play on Friday versus the Dallas Mavericks. The sharpshooter was a late addition to the injury report because of an illness. However, he's good to go. Bradley Beal (elbow) is also cleared to suit up, meaning fewer minutes and scoring opportunities will be available for guys like Grayson […]

Gary Trent Jr. Out Versus The Knicks

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (back) won't play in Friday's meeting with the New York Knicks. The 25-year-old began the season in the starting lineup. However, he's struggled this season, resulting in a demotion to the bench in favor of Andre Jackson Jr., who had seven points, four assists, and four steals in Thursday's […]

Devin Booker A Late Addition To The Injury Report

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (illness) is now questionable for Friday's game against the Mavericks. He's not feeling well, so fantasy managers will anxiously await an update regarding his availability. If Booker can't play, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal (elbow) are the favorites to pick up the slack on the scoring end. At the same […]

Andrew Nembhard Expected To Suit Up Against Hornets

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (knee) has been listed as probable ahead of the Friday night game against the Charlotte Hornets. Despite dealing with a sore knee, Nembhard has been able to start and play north of 28 minutes in each of the last two games. He'll likely continue in the same role and may […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Tagged As Questionable On Friday

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (conditioning) has received a questionable tag for Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He's currently going through some return to play conditioning and it's unclear if he's fully ready to return to the court. The second-year wing has missed the last two games but has a chance to return. […]

Tyler Herro Available Against Nuggets

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (back) appeared on the injury report but is considered available for the team's Friday night contest against the Denver Nuggets. The lethal scorer continues to be a mainstay on the injury report but it hasn't held him back from playing yet this season. So far, Herro averages 22.7 points, 4.9 […]

Trey Murphy III Downgraded To Out On Friday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (hamstring) will not make his season debut on Friday after being downgraded from doubtful to out. He has been battling a strained hamstring to start the year, and the Pelicans seem to be taking a cautious approach after signing him to an extension. The Pelicans are also without […]

Jamal Murray Uncertain To Suit Up Friday

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (concussion) remains in the concussion protocol and is considered questionable for Friday night's game against the Miami Heat. The veteran combo guard has already missed the last three consecutive games and is in danger of missing a fourth. Murray first suffered the concussion against Minnesota on November 1. If he […]

Jaylen Brown Ruled Out Against Nets

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hip) has been ruled out of Friday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets while he continues to deal with a strained hip flexor. The All-NBA wing was considered day-to-day with the hip issue but will miss his fourth straight game. The Celtics have only lost once so far in that span, […]

Tyrese Maxey Expected Back Before End Of November

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during the team's Wednesday night contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. At the time, it was considered to be minor, but the star combo guard will miss multiple weeks. According to Brett Siegel, the team is "optimistic" that Maxey will be back before the end […]

Jordan Hawkins Out For 1-2 Weeks With Back Injury

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (back) will miss one to two weeks with a lower-back strain, according to the team's official page on X. The 22-year-old cracked the starting rotation over the last few games while the Pelicans suffered multiple injuries to their backcourt. With another injury to a guard, they'll be very thin […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Friday 11/8/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It's another massive Friday night slate with 13 games on the docket tonight! It can feel like too much to deal with at times, which is why my goal is to help break it down for you and get you started with the absolute BEST spots to target. In today's edition, I recommend some higher-priced […]

Zach LaVine Officially Out On Thursday

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. As expected, LaVine will miss his third game in a row due to a lingering groin issue. Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White should both see increased playing time and scoring chances with LaVine absent. Both players struggled […]

Brandon Miller Tagged As Probable For Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller (shoulder) is considered probable ahead of Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Miller dropped 19 points with six rebounds during Wednesday's game, but he picked up a shoulder injury in the process. The fact he's listed as probable means Miller should be good to go, but fantasy managers should check […]

Zach LaVine Doubtful For Thursday's Game

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (groin) is considered as doubtful ahead of Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. LaVine is now in danger of missing his third game in a row due to a groin issue. The assumption is that LaVine is day-to-day, but the team hasn't given many updates. His absence should result in […]

Devin Vassell Could Make Season Debut On Saturday

San Antonio Spurs forward Devin Vassell (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Vassell has yet to play this season while he recovers from foot surgery. The organization was hopeful he'd return during the first week of November, but that didn't happen. Although, there's hope that Vassell could […]

Andre Jackson Jr. Expected To Start On Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Andre Jackson Jr. is expected to move into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. It looks like the Bucks are trying to shake things up after a rough 1-6 start to begin the season. Jackson figures to replace Gary Trent Jr. in the starting unit for at least […]

Jordan Clarkson Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (heel) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against Milwaukee. Utah ruled Clarkson out for at least a week last Friday, but he came through a full practice session on Wednesday and appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery. The veteran scorer has missed two games with […]

Bradley Beal Active On Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (elbow) will play during Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. As expected, Beal will play through his elbow strain like he did on Monday. He finished with 17 points and five rebounds in 34 minutes of action during that game. That being said, Beal doesn't seem to be impacted by […]

Josh Giddey To Play On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (illness) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. As expected, Giddey will suit up for this game after being considering as probable with a minor illness. He'll resume his role in the starting five and should see a higher usage with Zach LaVine (groin) sidelined once again. […]

Zach LaVine Ruled Out On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. LaVine will miss his second straight game due to a lingering groin issue. Ayo Dosunmu has been filling in for LaVine in the starting five. He finished with 25 points, five rebounds, and five assists during 35 […]

Jose Alvarado, Jordan Hawkins Both Active On Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guards Jose Alvarado (ankle) and Jordan Hawkins (back) are both available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Both players were considered questionable coming into this one, but it appears they're feeling good enough to give it a go. Hawkins is back after a one-game absence due to lower back tightness. […]

Brandin Podziemski Won't Play Against Boston

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (illness) won't play in Wednesday's meeting with the Celtics. He was listed on the injury report as available on Tuesday. Yet, the illness that forced him to exit Monday's matchup with the Wizards will keep him off the floor against the defending champs. Fortunately, Stephen Curry (ankle) is back […]

LaMelo Ball Will Play Against Detroit

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Wednesday versus the Detroit Pistons. The 23-year-old is battling ankle soreness. However, after testing things during pre-game warmups, he'll suit up against a Detroit team that has won two-straight games. Ball, averaging a career-high 28.6 points with 5.7 assists, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.4 steals, remains a […]