Nickeil Alexander-Walker Scores Game-High 31 Points
New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker went for a game-high 31 points in Thursday's 115-110 overtime loss to Orlando, with Zion Williamson (thumb), Brandon Ingram (foot) and Lonzo Ball (hip) all missing the game. Alexander-Walker shot 13-for-24 from the field and had four three-point makes with seven attempts. His line included eight rebounds, three […]
Victor Oladipo Finishes Miami Debut With Six Points
Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo didn't provide much scoring in his team debut on Thursday but collected five assists, three rebounds and two steals in a 116-109 win over Golden State. He finished 0-for-4 with the three-ball and shot 2-for-8 overall from the field and 2-for-5 at the line during a six-point performance in 23 […]
Terry Rozier Cools Down Thursday Night
Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier had a quiet night against the Nets on Thursday, finishing a 111-89 loss with 12 points on 4-for-11 shooting. It was a blowout pretty much right from the off and no Hornet managed more than 13 points. Rozier added five rebounds and three assists with three turnovers in 27 minutes. […]
Josh Jackson Goes Off For 31 Points
Detroit Pistons guard/forward Josh Jackson was on a roll against Washington on Thursday, finishing a 120-91 win with a season-high 31 points on 13-for-21 shooting. He was 4-for-7 with the three-ball and had four assists, two rebounds and one steal. Jackson has enjoyed some fine form at times this season, but this came out of […]
Shake Milton Pours In 27 Points Off Bench Against Cavs
Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton compiled 27 points, five rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 27 minutes off the bench during Thursday's win over Cleveland. Milton is averaging 13.7 points per game this season, so Thursday's outburst was certainly surprising, albeit a positive one. Milton had nevertheless posted 16 points or less in the […]
Zach LaVine And Coby White Questionable Friday
Chicago Bulls guards Zach LaVine (ankle) and Coby White (neck) are questionable to play Friday against the Utah Jazz. Both LaVine and White have both missed games with their respective ailments, but may have a chance to return to the court on Friday. Tomas Satoransky, Denzel Valentine and Thaddeus Young all benefited from the absences […]
Jeremy Lamb Questionable On Friday Night
Indiana Pacers guard Jeremy Lamb (toe) may play on Friday night against Charlotte. The veteran continues to deal with a sprained right toe, an injury that forced him to miss his previous game against Miami. He did practice on Thursday, which is a great sign regarding his availability, but if he can't play, look for […]
John Wall May Miss Another One On Friday
Houston Rockets guard John Wall (knee) may not play on Friday night against the Celtics. The veteran has been dealing with fluid in his left knee, an ailment that caused him to miss the team's previous game against Brooklyn. If Wall isn't able to get back on the floor against Boston, Kevin Porter Jr. should […]
James Harden Gets Good News
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) could return within the next game or so. The former MVP suffered a right hamstring strain during Wednesday's comeback win over Houston, but after an MRI came back clean, he may be on the floor again sooner rather than later. With Kevin Durant (hamstring) also set to make his […]
Wayne Ellington Questionable Versus Wizards
Detroit Pistons guard Wayne Ellington (calf) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Washington Wizards. He was unable to play in Wednesday's game due to right calf soreness. Hamidou Diallo and Frank Jackson will see extended roles, assuming Ellington is forced to miss another game. Fantasy managers cannot trust Diallo or Jackson as […]
James Harden Listed As Out For Thursday
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) is listed as out for Thursday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. This doesn't come as a shock after Harden exited Wednesday's game with a hamstring injury. The team doesn't believe the injury is serious, but will play it safe with their superstar guard. Kyrie Irving will be asked to […]
Victor Oladipo Will Make Team Debut Thursday
Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo (illness) will suit up for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He is dealing with a non-COVID related illness, but appears to be well enough to suit up. It's unclear if he'll be starting or coming off the bench during his team debut. His presence means Goran Dragic, Tyler […]
James Harden Not Expected To Miss Significant Time
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) was forced to exit early during Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. He left during the fourth quarter due to hamstring tightness and didn't return. However, the organization doesn't appear to believe it's a significant injury and are listing him as day-to-day. Kyrie Irving will be asked to carry […]
Devin Booker Drops 45 Points In 35 Minutes
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker went off for 45 points in a 121-116 win over the Bulls on Wednesday night. Booker rounded out his monster scoring line with four rebounds, four assists, two triples, a block, and a steal. The 24-year-old was in the midst of a four-game shooting slump, though he broke out of […]
DeMar DeRozan Notches Game-High 26 Points
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward DeMar DeRozan had a good outing with 26 points in Wednesday's win over Sacramento, adding seven assists, five rebounds and one block with four turnovers in 33 minutes. He shot very efficiently, making 12 of 20 shots from the field. DeRozan has always been a good scorer, but he has also […]
Anthony Edwards Goes Off In Closing Minutes
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards led the team to a nice 102-101 comeback win versus the Knicks on Wednesday, scoring half of his 24 points in the final eight minutes. He finished with 9-for-16 shooting and recorded three assists, three steals, three blocks and two rebounds. Edwards' shooting hasn't been great, but he made big […]
Gary Trent Jr. Scores Career-High 31 Points
Toronto Raptors shooting guard Gary Trent Jr. had a big performance in Wednesday's loss to the Thunder, racking up a career-high 31 points on 12-for-22 shooting. He went 6-for-11 from three-point range and added a pair of rebounds and steals to his line in 36 minutes of action. Trent Jr. is a confident scorer, and […]
Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk Pushes OKC Past Toronto
Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk had a season-high 22 points in Wednesday's 113-103 win over Toronto with 10 of them coming in the fourth quarter. It was a great shooting performance by the 23-year old guard in 36 minutes as a starter, as he finished 9-for-14 from the field and 4-for-8 from downtown. Mykhailiuk […]
Duncan Robinson Leads All Scorers In Win Over Pacers
Miami Heat shooting guard Duncan Robinson led all scorers with 20 points in Wednesday's low-scoring 92-87 win over Indiana, shooting 7-for-12 from the field and a nice 6-for-11 from downtown. He also had a productive night on the glass with eight rebounds and handed out four assists with three turnovers in 33 minutes. Robinson has […]
C.J. McCollum Scores Efficient 24 Points
Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum picked up 24 points on 50/50/100 shooting splits in Wednesday's win over Detroit. He shot 8-for-16 from the field, 4-for-8 from three-point range and 4-for-4 at the charity stripe. McCollum added six assists, three rebounds, two blocks and one steal for a nice all-around line. The 29-year-old sniper […]
James Harden Exits Early On Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) was forced out of action during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. He is not going to return, but the team is likely holding him out as a precaution. Harden finished with 17 points, eight rebounds and six assists in 27 minutes. Kyrie Irving will […]
Zach LaVine Sidelined On Wednesday
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He continues to deal with a lingering ankle issue, while Coby White (neck), and Garrett Temple (hamstring) join him on the sideline. Tomas Satoransky should see all the minutes he can handle. That should make him a favorable […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Out Until At Least Mid-April
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (plantar fasciitis) will be out until at least mid-April. Gilgeous-Alexander will be reevaluated at that point, per head coach Mark Daigneault. It's not very encouraging that the team has yet to name an exact timetable for his return, though there's still at least some hope that he'll be able […]
Zion Williamson, Lonzo Ball Both Questionable Thursday
New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Zion Williamson (thumb) and guard Lonzo Ball (hip) are questionable to play Thursday against the Orlando Magic. Ball has been dealing with a hip flexor over the past week and should be nearing a return any day now. Williamson, on the other hand, picked up a sprained thumb in their last […]
Jeremy Lamb Out, Doug McDermott In Wednesday
Indiana Pacers guard/forward Jeremy Lamb (toe) is out, but guard/forward Doug McDermott (ankle) will play Wednesday against the Miami Heat. Lamb was getting over some knee soreness only to suffer a sprained toe which will sideline him against the Heat. McDermott, on the other hand, seems to have gotten over a swollen ankle and will […]
Bradley Beal Questionable Against Pistons
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (hip) is questionable to play Thursday against the Detroit Pistons. Beal has missed the past two games after taking a hard fall and experiencing hip soreness over the past few days. If Beal misses again, Russell Westbrook will likely continue his tear on the box score while Jerome Robinson should […]
Jaylen Brown Available To Play Wednesday
Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hip) is available to play Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Brown is returning from a one-game absence due to a sore hip, but should resume his normal starting role. This will be the first time Brown plays with newly acquired Evan Fournier so it will be interesting to see how […]
Victor Oladipo Expected To Debut Thursday
Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (illness) is out Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers, but is expected to play Thursday against the Golden State Warriors. Oladipo has been cleared to play and has been working out in their home arena as he gets ready to make his Miami debut. The rotations will get a little tricky […]
Kendrick Nunn Will Not Play Wednesday
Miami Heat guard Kendrick Nunn (ankle) has been ruled out Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers. Nunn was questionable and had the chance to return after missing one game due to an ankle sprain, but will sit again as he continues to heal. Tyler Herro and Goran Dragic should get more opportunity here while Victor Oladipo […]
Donovan Mitchell Out Wednesday
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Grizzlies. Mitchell is not with the team and is out for personal reasons. In his absence, expect guards Jordan Clarkson and Mike Conley to get plenty of chances against Memphis, with an increased role for forward Joe Ingles also likely. […]