NBA DFS Injury Beneficiaries for 11/28/2018

In this article, I will be examining injuries throughout the league with the prime focus being on who will benefit if a specific player is not able to suit up. Please utilize this column as a reference for your NBA DFS lineup on Wednesday November 28, 2018. Also, be sure to check out our DraftKings lineup picks, […]

Dwight Powell is Questionable Against Rockets

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Powell has missed the last three games while dealing with a knee issue. He was able to get through a limited practice on Monday, so at least that's something positive. Maxi Kleber and Dorian Finney-Smith would continue seeing […]

Dennis Smith Jr. is Questionable for Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Head coach Rick Carlisle believes Smith should be able to get out there. Smith was not able to play on Saturday and that resulted in Luka Doncic (illness) making the start at point guard. However, both […]

Luka Doncic is Questionable for Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (illness) did not practice on Tuesday and is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Houston Rockets. Luckily, this is not a serious injury and at worst it appears Doncic might miss one game. More information should be known on Wednesday. Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) is also listed as […]

Dwight Powell is Limited During Monday's Practice

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) was limited during Monday's practice. Head coach Rick Carlisle said Powell is doing well, so that's a good sign that Powell might be able to play in Wednesday's contest. Maxi Kleber would continue to benefit if Powell sits out again.

Dennis Smith Jr. Practices on Monday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) returned to Monday's practice. Smith sat out of Saturday's contest against the Boston Celtics. The Mavs don't play until Wednesday, so Smith will get another day of practice. J.J. Barea has been useful lately and would be worth starting in fantasy leagues if Smith is unable to play […]

RotoBaller NBA Recap: Vintage D-Wade

Welcome to the RotoBaller NBA Recap. In this feature, we will highlight three fantasy basketball takeaways from last night's slate of NBA games. It was another great day of NBA action with eight games on the slate for Sunday's action with five of those games being settled by five points or less. The Knicks defeated […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (11/25/18): NBA DFS Lineups

The slate is pretty staggered today so I'll be sure to include at least one pick from the early games. I don't like to focus on anything other than the main slate, but some picks just needed to be exposed. This is one of the tastier slates I've seen this season and almost every game […]

Wesley Matthews Happy To Shoot In Return

Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Wesley Matthews was not hampered by his three-game absence during Saturday’s win over the Boston Celtics, launching nine threes in his first contest back. Three of those dropped for Matthews, who finished with 15 points, but contributed little else statistically. With the 32-year-old back into the starting lineup for Dallas, owners […]

Harrison Barnes Knocks Down Five Threes In Win

Dallas Mavericks small forward Harrison Barnes stayed hot from long range during Saturday’s win over the Boston Celtics, knocking down five threes for the second consecutive game. Barnes tied for the team high with 20 points on 7-for-12 shooting, tossing in three rebounds and three assists. Through the early part of the season, Barnes is […]

DeAndre Jordan Records Fourth Straight Double-Double

Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan was productive down low during Saturday’s victory over the Boston Celtics, finishing with 14 points and 13 rebounds, even adding in three assists for good measure. His traditional numbers have taken a slight dip in 2018-19, but what has been most impressive is that Jordan is shooting a whopping 78.1 […]

J.J. Barea Takes Season-High 16 Shots

Dallas Mavericks point guard J.J. Barea came out aggressive during Saturday’s win over the Boston Celtics, finishing with 20 points on 9-for-16 shooting in his 26 minutes on the floor. Barea has scored in double figures in seven consecutive games, having also added eight assists, three rebounds and two steals Saturday. His bench production has […]

Luka Doncic Ties Career-High Eight Assists

Dallas Mavericks point guard/small forward Luka Doncic finished with 15 points and eight assists during Saturday’s win over the Boston Celtics. The eight dimes tie his season best mark, while he also knocked down three triples, giving him six consecutive games with multiple three-pointers made. The 19-year-old has finished every game this season in double […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (11/24/18): NBA DFS Lineups

After yesterdays helping of NBA basketball, we get a more relaxed 7-game slate Saturday. Most of the teams playing today are on the second half a back-to-back, so make sure when you decide to fade someone, you have reason. Players like Russell Westbrook will be faded because he is a high-energy player who is coming […]

Dwight Powell Ruled Out on Saturday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. This marks the third straight game that Powell has missed and there are no reports of him getting closer to a return. Dorian Finney-Smith has been playing heavy minutes as a starter, but doesn't offer much fantasy value.

Dennis Smith Jr. is Questionable Against Celtics

Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. He was considered questionable on Wednesday as well, but he did play. Although, he played just 19 minutes and didn't do much to contribute. Jalen Brunson, J.J. Barea, and Devin Harris would see extended minutes if […]

Wesley Matthews is Questionable Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Wesley Matthews (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. Matthews is reportedly making solid progress despite missing three games due to this lingering hamstring issue. He appears to be getting closer to a return, but none of the Mavs players really benefit from the loss of Matthews, so hopefully […]

Dorian Finney-Smith (SF/PF, DAL) - Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 14-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 6% of leagues ANALYSIS: It's taken a few years and a couple of roster reshuffles, but Dorian Finney-Smith has finally earned a significantly higher role on the team in the form of increased playing time and an enhanced role. The former Florida Gator averaged just 20.3 and […]

Dwight Powell Ruled Out For Third Straight Game

Dallas Mavericks power forward/center Dwight Powell will miss Saturday’s game against the Boston Celtics due to left knee effusion. It will mark the third straight game missed for Powell, leaving Dallas thinner than usual in the frontcourt, as veteran Dirk Nowitzki continues to join him in street clothes. Powell is averaging a career-high 8.9 points […]

Wesley Matthews, Dennis Smith Jr. Both Questionable For Friday

Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Wesley Matthews and point guard Dennis Smith Jr. have both been listed as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Boston Celtics. Matthews earned his designation due to a left hamstring strain which has kept him out of the team’s previous three games. Smith Jr. is dealing with a right wrist sprain, […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (11/23/18): NBA DFS Lineups

After the annual off day for every NBA team, aka Thanksgiving Day, Friday's slate is almost full with 14 games on the docket. The Kings and Mavericks are the only two teams that are not playing, meaning there are a lot of appealing options available. In this article, I will be providing you with my […]

DeAndre Jordan Records Double-Double Against Dallas

Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan scored 12 points on 4-for-6 shooting in Wednesday's victory over the Brooklyn Nets. He added a team-high 14 rebounds as well as three assists and two steals. While Jordan's scoring upside is capped in Saturday's meeting with the Celtics, Boston is allowing opponents to grab the sixth-most rebounds per game, […]

Dorian Finney-Smith Struggles Against Nets

Dallas Mavericks forward Dorian Finney-Smith scored just five points on 1-for-9 shooting in Wednesday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He added four rebounds, an assist, and a block as well. Finney-Smith faces a difficult matchup on Saturday against the Celtics, who have one of the NBA's top scoring defenses, and his current role for the […]

Luka Doncic Scores 21 Points Against Brooklyn

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic scored 21 points on 5-for-11 shooting in Wednesday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He added nine rebounds, four assists, and two steals as well. Doncic faces a tough matchup on Saturday against the Celtics, who have one of the NBA's best scoring defenses, but Boston does allow the sixth-most rebounds […]

Harrison Barnes Scores 28 Points Against Nets

Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes scored 28 points on 10-for-20 shooting in Wednesday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He added five rebounds and a steal as well. Barnes faces a tough matchup on Saturday against the Celtics, who have one of the NBA's best scoring defenses. He's a risk in DFS lineups, though owners in […]

Dwight Powell Ruled Out Against Nets

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) will miss his second straight game Wednesday against the Brooklyn Nets. Powell's knee issue continues to bother him, but the questionable tag should be encouraging as he nears a return. Maxi Kleber will get added run off the bench, but should only be viewed as a streamer for anyone […]

J.J. Barea And Dennis Smith Jr. Will Play Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard J.J. Barea (groin) and Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) will play Wednesday night against the Brooklyn Nets. Barea missed Monday's game with a strained adductor while Smith picked up a minor wrist injury in the same game and both were listed as questionable coming into Wednesday. Smith will remain in the starting lineup […]

Dwight Powell Remains Questionable for Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Powell has been dealing with a knee issue since last week and sat out of Monday's game because of it. The Mavs probably won't have an update on his status until closer to game time. Maxi Kleber stands […]

Dennis Smith Jr. is Questionable on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. This doesn't sound like a serious issue, but it is his shooting wrist, so he could sit out and rest on Wednesday. If Smith sits, that would mean more minutes for Luka Doncic and possibly Devin Harris […]

Dennis Smith Jr. Questionable For Wednesday's Game

Dallas Mavericks starting point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (wrist) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nets. It is unclear exactly when the 20-year-old sprained his right wrist, but since the injury involves his shooting hand, it is possible that he sits. More info on the former North Carolina State star's availability is expected after […]