Tyler Herro Scores 29 Points With Eight Assists
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro stepped up for the shorthanded Heat on Thursday, despite the team's loss. Herro poured in 29 points with eight assists- matching his season-high- five triples, four rebounds, and a steal in 35 minutes. After a string of poor shooting performances, he shot 9 of 19 from the field and 5-for-9 […]
C.J. McCollum Explodes For 35 Points In Win Over Heat
Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum had a couple of inefficient shooting performances in his last two games, though he bounced back in a big way on Thursday night. McCollum dropped a game-high 35 points on 14-for-25 shooting from the field, adding six triples on 42.9 percent shooting. The 29-year-old rounded out his line with […]
Mavericks Trade For J.J. Redick
The Dallas Mavericks acquired guard J.J. Redick from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for forward James Johnson, forward Wesley Iwundu, and a second-round pick. Forward Nicolo Melli accompanies Redick in the deal to Dallas. The 36-year-old Redick will provide shooting off the bench and take some opportunities away from Dorian Finney-Smith and Jalen Brunson, […]
Victor Oladipo Headed To Miami
The Miami Heat have acquired Victor Oladipo from the Houston Rockets in exchange for guard Avery Bradley and forward Kelly Olynyk. Oladipo goes from a 12-31 team headed for the lottery to a fifth-seeded Heat team in the thick of the playoff race in the Eastern Conference. The move is a good one for the […]
Seth Curry And Danny Green Questionable Thursday
Philadelphia 76ers guards Seth Curry (ankle) and Danny Green (hip) are both questionable to play Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. Curry has missed the past three games with an ankle sprain, but the hip injury is new for Green and was likely picked up in their win against Golden State on Tuesday. If Curry […]
Dennis Smith Jr. Questionable Against Nets
Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Smith Jr. (back) is listed as questionable to play Friday against the Brooklyn Nets. With the departure of Delon Wright, Smith has a clear pathway to big minutes as the starting point guard, but is being hampered by a back injury. Smith is worth a look in most leagues, but if […]
Hamidou Diallo Listed As Probable Friday
Detroit Pistons guard Hamidou Diallo (groin) is listed as probable to play Friday against the Brooklyn Nets. Diallo getting closer and closer to a return and may make his Pistons debut on Friday if all goes well leading up to tip-off. Diallo is expected make an immediate impact and see a sizable role with his […]
Derrick Rose Still Out Thursday
New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (conditioning) will remain out Thursday against the Washington Wizards. Rose has been cleared to join the team and return to the court, but will remain out as he works on regaining his conditioning. Rose has not played since March 2nd so it may take a few days for him […]
Jimmy Butler And Goran Dragic Out Thursday
Miami Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler (illness) and guard Goran Dragic (back) have been ruled out Thursday against the Portland Trail Blazers. Butler likely picked up the illness sometime Thursday and does not feel well enough to play while Dragic will miss his third straight game due to a lower back injury. With the trade from […]
Lou Williams Dealt To The Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have acquired guard Lou Williams from the Los Angeles Clippers. Atlanta also received two future second-round picks in exchange for guard Rajon Rondo. Williams ' arrival bolsters the Hawks' bench unit, as the veteran is averaging 12.1 points, 3.4 assists, and 1.1 triples per game in 21.9 minutes. His minutes might creep […]
Gary Trent Jr., Rodney Hood Dealt To Toronto
The Toronto Raptors have acquired guard Gary Trent Jr. and guard Rodney Hood as part of a deal that sent forward Norman Powell to Portland. Trent is a solid acquisition by the Raptors, as he impressed for Portland when C.J. McCollum was sidelined, averaging career-best marks in points, 15.0, and three-pointers made, 3.0, in 30.8 […]
Gary Harris, R.J. Hampton Headed To Orlando
Former Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris and guard R.J. Hampton are headed to the Orlando Magic as part of a deal involving forward Aaron Gordon. Harris' time in Denver- including this season- was riddled by injury, as he appeared in just 19 games for the Nuggets this season, averaging career-lows across the board. Orlando's entire […]
Evan Fournier Traded To Celtics
The Orlando Magic have traded Evan Fournier to the Boston Celtics in exchange for two second-round picks. Fournier has started all of his 26 games this year in Orlando, averaging 19.7 points on 46.1 shooting and putting up 2.8 threes, 3.7 assists, and 2.9 rebounds. Barring a Marcus Smart trade, Fournier will likely come off […]
Caris LeVert With 28 Points Against Pistons
Indiana Pacers guard Caris Levert scored 28 points on 10-for-19 shooting in Wednesday's win over the Detroit Pistons. LeVert also added six rebounds and four assists, plus added two steals. He was 4-for-7 from three and 4-for-6 from the free-throw line. It was LeVert's highest-scoring game since joining the Pacers and the third game in […]
Donovan Mitchell Scores 27 Points In 27 Minutes
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell had a strong game in a blowout win over the short-handed Nets on Wednesday. Mitchell dropped 27 points in just 27 minutes, making at least 11 field-goal attempts and five triples on efficient shooting for the second straight game. The 24-year-old racked up seven assists, six rebounds and a steal […]
Jaylen Brown Bounces Back From Beyond The Arc
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown had a much more efficient performance from the three-point line in Wednesday's loss to the Bucks. Brown caught fire, shooting 10-for-16 from the field and 4 of 7 from deep en route to 24 points, making up for his 27.3 percent mark from beyond the arc in his previous game. […]
DeMar DeRozan Settles For 19 Points In Wednesday's Loss
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward DeMar DeRozan had 19 points in Wednesday's 134-101 loss to the Clippers, shooting 7-for-18 from the field and 5-for-5 at the foul line. He added three rebounds, three assists and one steal with four turnovers in 28 minutes. It was a rough night all around for the Spurs, but they have […]
Dillon Brooks Matches Season High With 25 Points
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Dillon Brooks matched his season high with 25 points in Wednesday's victory over OKC, shooting 8-for-13 from the field and 8-for-9 at the foul line. He produced one steal and one block on the defensive end and finished things off with three rebounds in 28 minutes. Brooks has had two strong scoring […]
Devin Booker Finishes With 25-7-7 Line Wednesday Night
Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker had a good all-around performance in Wednesday's 112-111 loss to Orlando, finishing with 25 points, seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals. He had a chance to deliver the Suns another victory but missed a reverse layup attempt a the death. Booker's steals on Wednesday were a nice surprise […]
Anthony Edwards Notches 29 Points In Wednesday's Loss
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards had an inefficient scoring night on Wednesday against Dallas but managed to rack up a team-high 29 points in a 128-108 loss. He shot 9-for-22 from the field and 3-for-12 from behind the arc with an 8-for-9 record at the foul line. Edwards' work included five rebounds, three assists and […]
Devonte' Graham Records 21 Points With Six Triples
Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham demonstrated some hot shooting in Wednesday's blowout win over Houston, sinking six attempts from deep en route to 21 points in 26 minutes. He finished with 7-for-10 shooting from the field and had three assists with a pair of rebounds as well. Graham has struggled since last month, but LaMelo […]
Terry Rozier Scores Game-High 25 Points
Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier had a game-high 25 points in Wednesday's win over Houston, shooting an impressive 9-for-14 from the field and 4-for-8 from downtown. He finished things off with four assists, three rebounds and zero turnovers in 30 minutes. Scary Terry dropped an eight-point dud last week against the Clippers, but he's been […]
Kevin Porter Jr. Will Miss Second Straight Outing Wednesday
Houston Rockets point/shooting guard Kevin Porter Jr. (quad) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against Charlotte due to a sore right quad. Porter has been a must-roster fantasy asset when starting since joining Houston, but an avoidable one when coming off the bench. The team's decision on how to handle Victor Oladipo's status coming […]
Bryn Forbes Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest
Milwaukee Bucks point/shooting guard Bryn Forbes (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Celtics due to a sprained toe on his right foot. The absence marks the first of the year for Forbes, who has shot a sterling 45.5 percent from behind the arc, the eighth-highest mark in the league. Donte Divincenzo […]
Goran Dragic, Avery Bradley Questionable For Thursday
Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (knee) and guard Avery Bradley (calf) have been listed as questionable for Thursday's contest against the Trail Blazers. Dragic has missed the past two games, while Bradley has gotten the questionable tag the past few games before being held out. Kendrick Nunn and Tyler Herro should continue to see increased […]
Anfernee Simons, Nassir Little Will Miss Thursday’s Game
Portland Trail Blazers point/shooting guard Anfernee Simons and small/power forward Nassir Little have been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Heat as they remain in the league's health and safety protocols. Simons and Little had both been playing key roles as reserves for Portland as of late, with their absence Tuesday forcing the squad […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Faces Extended Absence
Oklahoma City Thunder point/shooting guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (foot) is on track to miss multiple games due to a plantar fasciitis issue in his right foot. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault was reluctant to refer to the injury as a long-term issue Wednesday, but he did say that it was more serious than a day-to-day ordeal. […]
Mohamed Bamba, Chasson Randle Available To Play Wednesday
Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba (toe) and guard Chasson Randle (groin) are available to play for Wednesday's game against the Suns. Bamba missed two games and Randle one, though the Magic will have some added depth in the front and backcourt when they take on one of the league's best teams in both departments in […]
Victor Oladipo Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest
Houston Rockets point/shooting guard Victor Oladipo (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Charlotte due to personal reasons. While the Rockets have traditionally held Oladipo out for at least one leg of back-to-backs since his acquisition, Wednesday does not fit that bill. Oladipo's absence figures to open the Rockets' wing depth up for […]
Terrence Ross Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Contest
Orlando Magic shooting guard/small forward Terrence Ross (knee) will miss Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to continued right knee soreness. Ross has now been out of the mix for each of Orlando's last four contests, allowing Dwayne Bacon to take on an increased role within the second unit. When healthy, Ross has had a perpetual […]