FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Friday 1/3/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Tonight's NBA slate is packed with nine games, and there's plenty to dissect for NBA DFS on FanDuel. With key injuries to star players like Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis, and Ja Morant, opportunities are opening up across the board. Whether you're grinding cash games or shooting for GPP glory, understanding the dynamics of pace, offensive […]

Brandon Miller Uncertain For Friday

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Miller has missed five of the last six games due to a lingering ankle injury. The Hornets have also been without guard LaMelo Ball (wrist, ankle) for the last two games, so they've been shorthanded lately. Vasilije Micic […]

Cam Thomas Active On Thursday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (hamstring) will be in the lineup on Thursday against Milwaukee. The talented scorer has just returned from a hamstring strain and sat out Wednesday's contest against Toronto for injury management purposes. Thomas made his comeback from a 13-game absence in a bench role on Sunday against Orlando. Still, he provided […]

AJ Green Skips Thursday's Game

Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green (back) will not be in the lineup on Thursday against Brooklyn. He will miss his second game of the season, with the team downgrading Green from questionable to out. Gary Trent Jr. figures to fill most of Green's minutes off the Milwaukee bench on Thursday. Following some early-season struggles, Trent […]

James Harden Ruled Out On Thursday

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (groin) has been downgraded to out ahead of Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was listed as questionable coming into this game, but Harden will now miss his second game in a row. The absence of Harden should mean more minutes for Kevin Porter Jr., Bones Hyland, […]

Jaylen Brown Sits Out Thursday's Game

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against Minnesota. Brown will sit out at least one game after sustaining a shoulder injury on Tuesday versus Toronto. It's possible he might be ready to jump back into action on Friday against Houston. Brown's absence will likely lift Sam Hauser to […]

Jaden Ivey Undergoes Successful Surgery

The Detroit Pistons announced guard Jaden Ivey (leg) underwent successful surgery to repair a broken fibula in his left leg. According to Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site, he will be re-evaluated in four weeks. The 22-year-old was having an excellent season with Cade Cunningham in the Pistons backcourt, averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in […]

Ziaire Williams Ready To Return To Action

Brooklyn Nets guard Ziaire Williams (knee) has been sidelined for the last 12 games due to a left knee sprain, but he is not listed on the team's injury report for Thursday night against the Bucks. Williams hasn't played since December 1, so the 23-year-old may need some time to ramp up to a full […]

Jaden Ivey Diagnosed With A Broken Fibula

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey will miss at least most of the remainder of the regular season after sustaining a broken fibula in his left leg, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The third-year guard was having an exceptional season alongside Cade Cunningham in the Pistons backcourt, averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.0 assists […]

The Fastest Path to the Top 50: Fantasy Basketball Statistical Analysis

The NBA season is not even halfway over, but the lull in the schedule created by the NBA Cup gave me time to start thinking about what types of data I could research in this coming offseason to become a more informed analyst and a better overall fantasy basketball manager. And then I started thinking, […]

Gabe Vincent Iffy To Face Trail Blazers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) is regarded as questionable for Thursday's game against Portland. He might be out for a second straight contest due to a left oblique strain. Vincent has logged a few starts lately but typically doesn't play a big role in the rotation. Throughout the season, Vincent has averaged 18.9 […]

Dalano Banton Considered Questionable Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers guard Dalano Banton (hip) has been listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Lakers. He missed almost the entire second half of December, playing in only one of the last six games. Now, Banton might also have to sit out the first game in January. With […]

Alex Caruso Sits Out Thursday's Action

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (hip) will remain out for Thursday's tilt against the Clippers. His absence stretches to five games as Caruso battles a left hip strain. Ajay Mitchell will likely continue to have an expanded role on Thursday. He has played well at times during Caruso's absence but disappointed on Tuesday against […]

Gary Payton II Misses Fourth Straight Game

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (calf) will not play against Philadelphia on Thursday, missing his fourth consecutive contest. Payton II suffered a mild calf strain against the Lakers on Christmas Day, and there was initially hope that he could return to action in one week. However, the defensive specialist hasn't been cleared to […]

Jaden Ivey Leaves Game Early On Wednesday Night, Stretchered To Locker Room

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey suffered a gruesome looking leg injury in Wednesday night's game against the Orlando Magic. Ivey injured his left leg when Magic guard Cole Anthony dove for a loose ball. Ivey went down immediately and was in obvious pain as the game came to a pause. The 22-year-old was stretchered to […]

AJ Green Listed As Questionable For Thursday Night

Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green (back) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. Green is dealing with a lower back contusion that may cause him to miss just his second game of the season. The 25-year-old has been a sporadic fantasy option this season, averaging just 7.7 PPG this season […]

Jaylen Brown Questionable For Thursday Night In Minnesota

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's matchup in Minnesota. Brown is dealing with a right shoulder strain but hasn't had to miss any time because of it. The 28-year-old has only missed one game this season while averaging 24.0 PPG and 6.0 RPG. If Brown is forced to […]

Bilal Coulibaly Ruled Out For Remainder Of Wednesday Night's Game Against Chicago

Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (illness) has been ruled out for the rest of Washington's game against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. Coulibaly played just nine minutes and recorded two assists before exiting the game. With this being an illness he shouldn't be expected to miss significant time. But in his absence expect Malcolm […]

Jordan Poole Set To Return On Wednesday

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (hip) is available to play against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Poole has missed two consecutive contests due to a bruised hip. Before the setback, he averaged a career-high 21.3 points and 5.0 assists per game while also shooting a career-high 40.7 percent from three-point range. The 25-year-old's return could make […]

Gradey Dick Will Suit Up Versus The Nets

Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (hamstring) will suit up on Wednesday versus the Nets. The 21-year-old is having a quality season, averaging 17.6 points. He missed the Raptors' 54-point loss to the Celtics because of hamstring tightness. Unfortunately for Dick's fantasy managers, he may have trouble staying as productive, considering Immanuel Quickley (elbow) will return […]

Brandin Podziemski Unavailable For Thursday

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) won't play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday due to an abdominal strain. Podziemski's injury occurred during a Warriors win on Saturday against the Suns. Podziemski has played in 30 regular season contests, averaging 8.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.0 steals in 24.2 minutes. While the 21-year-old […]

Immanuel Quickley Back On Wednesday Night

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (elbow) will play on Wednesday versus Brooklyn. The former Knick has appeared in only three games this season due to various ailments, most recently missing the Raptors' previous 22 contests because of an elbow injury. It's unknown if he'll have a cap on his minutes. However, Quickley is too talented […]

Jalen Suggs Good To Go Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (wrist) will be active against Detroit on Wednesday. Orlando has upgraded him from probable to available. A wrist injury limited Suggs to just 13 minutes in the previous game against Brooklyn. Suggs is having a career year in 2024-25 and should continue leading the Magic in Wednesday's favorable matchup against […]

Zach LaVine Returns To Action Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Zach LaVine (toe) will jump back into the lineup on Wednesday versus Washington. He has been upgraded from questionable to available. Julian Phillips, who started in LaVine's place on Monday against Charlotte, is set to land back in a bench role. LaVine is expected to do a lot of damage on Wednesday […]

Immanuel Quickley Questionable For Wednesday Night

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (elbow) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the visiting Nets. The former Knick has appeared in only three games this season, missing time at the start of the 2024-25 campaign because of a pelvic contusion. Unfortunately, he's missed the last 22 games because of an elbow injury. It's logical to […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday 1/1/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We ring in the new year with an eight-game slate on FanDuel today! There are a lot of players already ruled out with injuries and another handful who are questionable for tonight, so consider these picks today a "first draft" as we all know things can change quite quickly one injury updates start pouring in […]

Duncan Robinson In Danger Of Missing A Second Straight Game

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's clash against New Orleans. He might be absent for a second straight game due to a right foot strain. With Terry Rozier suspended for Wednesday's contest, Alec Burks could be the next man in line to shine off the Heat bench. Burks hasn't had much […]

Bub Carrington Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (head) is questionable to play against Chicago on Wednesday. He was hit in the head during Monday's loss to the Knicks and has been suffering from a post-traumatic headache. Carrington's absence on Wednesday could open up additional playing time for players like Corey Kispert, Kyshawn George, and Jared Butler. Malcolm […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Likely Out For Another Game

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (lower leg) has been labeled as doubtful for Wednesday's game against Denver. He will likely miss a fifth consecutive game with a lower leg contusion. Garrison Mathews has played an expanded role during Bogdanovic's absence and should remain in the rotation for Wednesday's action. He's gone for 14.8 points with […]

Dyson Daniels On Track To Return Versus Nuggets

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Dyson Daniels (illness) appears ready to rejoin the action on Wednesday versus Denver, with the team listing him as probable for the game. The NBA's steals leader has missed two games due to an illness. Vit Krejci will return to a backup role on Wednesday with Daniels active. The 21-year-old has made […]