Spencer Dinwiddie Logs Double-Double Amid Rough Shooting
Brooklyn Nets point/shooting guard Spencer Dinwiddie delivered a nearly identical stat line in Monday’s win over the Indiana Pacers as to what he did Saturday against Toronto. Dinwiddie finished with 21 points, 11 assists and six rebounds for the second consecutive contest, although Indiana’s defense corralled him to 4-for-15 shooting from the field overall, including […]
Jimmy Butler Starting Against Golden State
Miami Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler (shoulder) will play against the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. Butler returns from a two-game absence, but figures to be good to resume his normal role with the starters. With Butler back, Kelly Olynyk will shift back to the bench and Bam Adebayo will slide over to the starting […]
DeMar DeRozan Late Scratch On Monday
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward DeMar DeRozan (back) will not play Monday against the Denver Nuggets. DeRozan was a late scratch with back spasms and likely picked up the injury during warmups. This is incredibly frustrating for owners as this was announced right after tip-off Monday night. Lonnie Walker IV is starting for the Spurs and […]
D'Angelo Russell Will Make Minnesota Debut Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell (quad) will play against the Toronto Raptors on Monday. Russell will be making his first appearance in a Minnesota jersey after being listed as questionable. Russell had missed a few games here and there with the ailment, but there are no minutes restrictions being reported. With Russell likely slotting into […]
James Ennis Will Play on Monday
Orlando Magic guard James Ennis will make his team debut against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday. Ennis was traded to Orlando on Thursday, so we'll see how he fits into the rotation. Jonathan Isaac (knee) and Al-Farouq Aminu (knee) are sidelined, so there should be playing time available for Ennis. However, he's not expected to […]
Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk is Upgraded to Probable
Detroit Pistons guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (hip) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He was listed as out on Sunday, but it sounds like Mykhailiuk was able to get through shootaround without any issues. The Pistons are likely going to wait until closer to game time before they make a […]
Gary Harris is Probable for Monday
Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris (groin) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. This is the same issue that forced Harris to miss two games last month. It sounds like he'll play through the issue, but the Nuggets might play it safe this close to the All-Star break. Harris has […]
Eric Gordon Remains Out on Tuesday
Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (shin) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics. This marks the second game in a row that Gordon has missed due to a left shin contusion. Gordon is expected to rejoin the rotation after the All-Star break. Ben McLemore and Austin Rivers will see increased playing […]
Jaylen Brown is Unable to Practice on Monday
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (ankle) was unable to suit up for Monday's practice. He returned from a right ankle issue on Sunday, but tweaked in ankle in the process. He's hopeful that he can get out there on the court for Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Fantasy owners will have a better idea […]
Victor Oladipo Will Join the Starting Five on Monday
Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (rest) will join the starting five for Monday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. It'll be his first start of the season after receiving a rest day last game. Jeremy Lamb will head to the second unit with Oladipo joining the starters. Oladipo could see minutes near the 30s, while Lamb's […]
Alec Burks Will Play on Tuesday
Philadelphia 76ers guard Alec Burks is expected to be available for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He was available to play on Sunday, but was held out because he didn't arrive to Philadelphia until early on Sunday morning. Burks should make his team debut on Tuesday, but his fantasy value is going to […]
Furkan Korkmaz Scores Team-High 31 Points
Philadelphia 76ers guard Furkan Korkmaz recorded his second-consecutive 30-plus point game in Sunday's 118-111 victory against the Bulls. The 22-year-old began the game on a high note and followed up his career-best 34-point performance against the Grizzlies with another productive night from the field. Korkmaz finished with 31 points, five rebounds, three steals and two […]
Zach LaVine Scores 32 Points In Loss
Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine finished with 32 points, eight assists, three steals, one rebound and one block on 11-for-21 shooting from the field and 5-for-10 from three-point range in Sunday's 118-111 loss against the Sixers. LaVine recorded his 16th 30-plus point game of the season, while making at least five three-pointers in a game […]
Bradley Beal Finishes Sunday's Loss With 26 Points
Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal shot 10-for-25 from the field and finished with 26 points in Sunday's loss to Memphis. The Wizards leader managed to make only one of his six outside shots and even had a difficult time at the line with a 5-for-7 record. Beal added four rebounds, three assists, and two […]
Paul George Scores 22 Points In 24 Minutes
Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George needed just 24 minutes to record 22 points in the blowout win over the Cavaliers on Sunday. George was efficient as he made 8-for-12 from the floor and added four assists with six rebounds to go along with a steal and a block. This game got out of control […]
Lou Williams Steps Up With 25 Points On Sunday
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams got the start with Patrick Beverley (groin) and Kawhi Leonard (rest), not in the lineup, and he made the most of his extra touches in the 133-92 win over the Cavaliers. Williams scored 25 points on some efficient shooting (8-for-14 from the floor) and added five rebounds, three assists […]
Donovan Mitchell Scores 24 Points With Four Triples
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell needed 23 shots to score 24 points in the tight win over the Rockets on Sunday. Mitchell connected on nine of those shots and added six assists with four boards while drilling four of 11 from three in 37 minutes of action. Mitchell has struggled so far in February with […]
Mike Conley Scores 20 Points In Sunday's Victory
Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley kept it going on Sunday when he again provided another solid line, as the guard has officially returned to fantasy relevance. Conley scored 20 points on 8-for-16 shooting and added six assists with five rebounds across 34 minutes of action in the win on Sunday. Conley has been excellent over […]
James Harden Puts Together A Triple-Double On Sunday
Houston Rockets guard James Harden put together a triple-double, but once again, failed to make shots from three in the 114-113 loss to the Jazz on Sunday. Harden connected on 11 of 23 shooting from the floor, yet managed to make just two of 13 from three, en route to 28 points, while handing out […]
Russell Westbrook Returns To Action With 39 Points
Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook returned from a one-game absence to pour in 39 points, in the one-point loss to the Jazz on Sunday. Westbrook connected on 18 of 33 shooting overall, and added six rebounds with four assists to go along with a steal and a block across 38 minutes of action. Westbrook did […]
Brandon Knight Questionable To Make Return Monday
Detroit Pistons point/shooting guard Brandon Knight is nearing a return, as he has been deemed questionable to play in Monday’s contest versus the Charlotte Hornets. When Knight eventually does take the floor, it will be the first time since the 2012-13 year that he suits up for the Pistons, who selected him with the eighth […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Continues Great Start To February
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his superb start to February, scoring 24 points on 8-for-12 shooting in Sunday's loss to Boston. He went 3-for-4 from three-point range and added six rebounds and four assists to his line. The 21-year-old guard led the team in scoring alongside Danilo Gallinari, who made his way towards […]
Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk To Miss Fifth Straight Game Monday
Detroit Pistons shooting guard/small forward Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk has been ruled out for Monday’s contest versus the Charlotte Hornets due to a hip ailment. Mykhailiuk’s absence will mark his fifth game in a row on the sidelines, further paving the way for Langston Galloway and Bruce Brown to see an expanded role on the wing. Mykhailiuk […]
D'Angelo Russell Picks Up Questionable Tag For Monday
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell has been deemed questionable to play Monday against the Toronto Raptors due to a right quad contusion. Russell has not yet made his debut with Minnesota since the blockbuster Trade Deadline swap that saw Andrew Wiggins head back to Golden State, but Russell will presumably take on a considerable […]
Derrick Rose Unlikely To Return For Monday’s Contest
Detroit Pistons point/shooting guard Derrick Rose has been deemed doubtful to play in Monday’s game versus the Charlotte Hornets due to a left hip/adductor injury. Rose is on track to miss his fifth consecutive game due to the ailment, thereby paving the way for Reggie Jackson to continue among the starting five, where he has […]
Zach LaVine, Daniel Gafford Set To Suit Up Sunday
The Chicago Bulls will have both shooting guard Zach LaVine and center Daniel Gafford at their disposal for Sunday’s contest versus the Philadelphia 76ers. Both entered the day with questionable designations, although LaVine has yet to miss a contest this season, even as he has been a frequenter of the team’s injury report. Gafford has […]
Eric Gordon To Miss Sunday’s Outing
Houston Rockets shooting guard/small forward Eric Gordon has been ruled out for Sunday’s game versus the Utah Jazz due to a leg contusion. Gordon’s last time facing the Jazz resulted in an epic career-high 50-point eruption, albeit that came without James Harden or Russell Westbrook available. Both will be back on the floor Sunday, with […]
Tyler Herro is Listed as Out for Sunday
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ankle) is downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He'll miss his third game in a row due to right ankle soreness, but his fantasy value wasn't great before the injury. Andre Iguodala and Jae Crowder should see more minutes in the rotation with Herro and […]
Jimmy Butler Won't Play Against Blazers
Miami Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He didn't play on Friday and was unable to practice on Saturday. Butler will miss his second game in a row here due to a right shoulder strain. The MRI didn't reveal any structural damage, so hopefully […]
Jaylen Brown is Likely to Play on Sunday
Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Although, the Celtics injury report has Brown closer to probable than questionable for this one. The team is likely going to wait and see how he feels closer to tip-off. The Celtics have used a committee approach […]