Scottie Barnes Questionable For Tuesday

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (wrist) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Barnes has been dealing with nagging injuries for awhile, so who knows if he'll actually play. Yuta Watanabe could be asked to play significant minutes with Fred VanVleet (knee) already sidelined. Gary Trent Jr. is looking at heavy […]

Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart Will Miss Tuesday’s Game

New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Brandon Ingram (ankle) and small forward Josh Hart (ankle) have been ruled out for Tuesday's contest vs. the 76ers. Ingram is missing his second consecutive outing due to a sprained right ankle, which paves the way for Garrett Temple to remain among the starting five and take on elevated offensive […]

Cameron Johnson Will Start On Monday

Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson will move into the starting five for Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. He'll join Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Mikal Bridges and JaVale McGee in the starting unit for this game. Jae Crowder (wrist) is sitting this one out, so Jalen Smith should see more playing time as well. Both […]

Anthony Edwards Will Play On Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He banged knees with another player on Sunday and limped off the court. It sounds like he has avoided serious injury and will be back on the court against the Blazers. Fantasy managers […]

Zach LaVine Returns Monday, Will Be On Minutes Cap

Chicago Bulls shooting guard/small forward Zach LaVine (knee) has been given the green light to suit up for Monday's game against Oklahoma City, giving him an early return from a knee ailment that was set to keep him sidelined for at least one more contest. In all, LaVine will have missed five outings, which leads […]

Caris LeVert Will Suit Up For Monday’s Game

Indiana Pacers point/shooting guard Caris LeVert (calf) has been cleared to play in Monday's contest vs. the Pelicans, returning from a two-game absence. LeVert figures to be Indiana's primary playmaker when on the court with Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) and Domantas Sabonis (ankle) still sidelined, heavily elevating his upside, even if it comes with a slightly […]

Quentin Grimes: Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups-Week 15

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 1% of leagues ANALYSIS: The Knicks have captivated basketball fans over the past couple of years with a unique blend of seasoned-experience and untapped youth on the roster, and through necessity, 2021 first-rounder (25th overall) Quentin Grimes has impressively capitalized on his floor-time opportunity. The 2020-21 […]

Klay Thompson A Late Scratch On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (knee) will not suit up for Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. He wasn't listed on the injury report heading into this contest after sitting out due to rest purposes on Friday. However, Thompson likely experienced knee soreness while warming up, which will force him out of action here. […]

Danilo Gallinari, Kevin Huerter Available On Sunday

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (Achilles) and guard Kevin Huerter (hip) are available for Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Gallinari will return after a one game absence and has been playing well lately. In fact, he's coming off four straight double-digit scoring games. That'll make him an interesting fantasy option for Sunday's slate. Bogdan […]

Klay Thompson Available On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (knee) will be available for Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. Thompson was rested during the second game of the back-to-back set on Friday. That means, he'll return on Sunday and shouldn't be limited at all. His return should push Jordan Poole to the second unit, while Damion Lee […]

Gary Harris Won't Suit Up Against Bulls

Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. This is certainly frustrating with RJ Hampton (knee) and Terrence Ross (knee) both sidelined as well. This means, Jalen Suggs and Cole Anthony will have to play heavy minutes and see a spike in usage on Sunday. Both […]

Terrence Ross Won't Play Sunday

Orlando Magic guard Terrence Ross (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He was only able to play nine minutes on Friday due to right knee soreness. He'll sit this one out, but hopefully won't miss too much time due to this injury. In the meantime, Franz Wagner and Chuma […]

Tyler Herro Remains Out Due To COVID-19 Protocols

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro remains out on Sunday versus the Lakers as he continues to navigate his way through COVID-19 health and safety protocols. It's unknown how much more time the 22-year-old will miss, and with Kyle Lowry (personal) in line to miss his fourth consecutive outing, Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson should benefit. […]

Kyle Lowry Out Again On Sunday

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (personal) won't play on Sunday versus the Lakers. The veteran will now miss his fourth consecutive game, opening the door for Gabe Vincent to see some extra opportunities. The 25-year-old is averaging 13.2 points and 32.9 minutes throughout 13 starts this season, and he will be matched up against a […]

Seth Curry, Danny Green Will Miss Sunday’s Contest

Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard Seth Curry (ankle) and small forward Danny Green (hip) have been ruled out for Sunday's game vs. the Spurs. Curry's absence due to a sore left ankle has now extended to two contests, with Isaiah Joe having stepped into his starting spot Friday. Green will have missed each of Philly's last […]

Caris LeVert Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Indiana Pacers point/shooting guard Caris LeVert (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game vs. Phoenix due to right calf soreness. LeVert's absence is his second in a row, paving the way for Chris Duarte, Justin Holiday, and Lance Stephenson to all see larger roles on the wing; with Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) also down, Keifer […]

Kevin Huerter, Danilo Gallinari Questionable To Play Sunday

Atlanta Hawks shooting guard/small forward Kevin Huerter (hip) and power forward Danilo Gallinari (Achilles) have been deemed questionable to suit up for Sunday's contest vs. Charlotte. Huerter has averaged 13 points over his last four games (all starts), shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc. Gallinari missed Friday's outing due to right Achilles soreness, which […]

Alex Caruso Sustains Fractured Wrist, Will Miss 6-8 Weeks

Chicago Bulls point/shooting guard Alex Caruso (wrist) will undergo surgery to repair a fractured right wrist that he sustained Friday after a Flagrant 2 foul at the hands of Milwaukee's Grayson Allen. Caruso recently returned to action after nearly a month layoff due to the combination of a foot ailment and the league's health and […]

Bryn Forbes Will Make Nuggets Debut Friday

Denver Nuggets shooting guard Bryn Forbes has received the green light to make his team debut during Friday's contest vs. the Grizzlies. Forbes -- a career 41.3% shooter from behind the arc -- gives Denver a much-needed long range weapon off the bench. The 28-year-old has racked up 9.1 PPG this season despite playing fewer […]

Gary Trent Jr. Returns To Action For Friday’s Game

Toronto Raptors shooting guard Gary Trent Jr. (ankle) has been given the green light to take the floor for Friday's contest against the Wizards, marking a return to action after a six-game absence. Trent and his three-point marksmanship walk into a difficult matchup out of the gate, as Washington has yielded the fewest made triples […]

Seth Curry Will Miss Friday’s Game, Isaiah Joe Draws Start

Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard Seth Curry (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's contest vs. the Clippers, paving the way for Isaiah Joe to slide into the starting five for the first time this season. Curry has battled ankle soreness as of late, which may have contributed to back-to-back single-digit scoring efforts on the heels […]

Tyrese Haliburton Clears League’s COVID-19 Protocols

Sacramento Kings point/shooting guard Tyrese Haliburton has tested out of the league's health and safety protocols, he announced Friday. Haliburton has thus far missed just two games, so he may not need additional time to ramp up ahead of Saturday's game vs. Milwaukee. After a slow start to the season in the assists column, Haliburton […]

Seth Curry Draws Questionable Tag For Friday’s Game

Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard Seth Curry (ankle) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's contest vs. the Clippers due to left ankle soreness. Curry has enjoyed a career year, but he has shot just 1-for-6 from beyond the arc over his past two outings. On pace to set new career highs in points […]

Donovan Mitchell Remains Sidelined For Friday’s Game

Utah Jazz point/shooting guard Donovan Mitchell (concussion) will miss Friday's contest against Detroit as he remains in the league's concussion protocol. Joe Ingles stepped into the starting five Wednesday in place of Mitchell, while Bojan Bogdanovic led the team in scoring (29 points) and Royce O'Neale snagged 15 boards to go along with five assists […]

Bryn Forbes Won't Make Team Debut On Wednesday

Denver Nuggets guard Bryn Forbes will not be making his team debut against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. Forbes was recently part of a three-team trade that sent him to Denver from the San Antonio Spurs. The trade was finalized on Wednesday, so it's just a matter of the Nuggets clearing Forbes. There should […]

Gary Trent Jr. Sitting Out Against Mavericks

Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. This marks the sixth game in a row that Trent has missed due to left ankle swelling. It's uncertain when Trent will be able to get back on the court. He has attempted to warm up pregame, […]

Maxi Kleber, Reggie Bullock Active On Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (knee) and guard Reggie Bullock (knee) will play during Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. However, neither player is expected to bring much to the table in this game. Kristaps Porzingis is back, which means Kleber won't be a recommended streaming option. Bullock normally gets significant playing time, but doesn't […]

Zach LaVine, Lonzo Ball Will Miss Next Four Games

Chicago Bulls shooting guard/small forward Zach LaVine (knee) and point guard Lonzo Ball (knee) have been ruled out for the team's upcoming four-contest stretch due to respective knee ailments. Both will stay back in Chicago to continue receiving treatment as the team embarks on its upcoming road trip. Without either in the mix, DeMar DeRozan […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Gets Green Light To Play Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets shooting guard/small forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's contest vs. Boston, stemming his absence under the league's health and safety protocols at four games. Oubre has morphed into a long-range dynamo during his first season with the Hornets, with his 2.9 made triples on a nightly basis […]

Alex Caruso Returns To Action For Wednesday’s Contest

Chicago Bulls point/shooting guard Alex Caruso has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's game vs. Cleveland, marking his first game action since Dec. 20. Caruso missed almost a month of action due to the combination of a foot injury and the league's health and safety protocols, with his return coming at a key time […]