NBA Injuries and Who Can Benefit Instead (Week 13)

Just how frustrated are we with injuries in the NBA this season? It seems as if Player X returns, Player B gets injured. The injury bug has been real this season, and it's like a plague that continues to spread across the league. Understanding the injury landscape is key in all forms of fantasy basketball. […]

Stephen Curry is Out on Wednesday

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (ankle) will not play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The injury happened at practice on Wednesday when Curry slipped and fell and sprained his right ankle. It's the same ankle that sidelined him for 11 games in December, but the team doesn't believe it's too serious. […]

Kevin Durant Will Play Against Clippers

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) will play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. Durant will be returning from a three-game absence, but the Warriors won all three contests without him. There is no word on any minutes limit for Durant on Wednesday. Owners should be able to confidently deploy Durant in a […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/10/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

As usual, we follow up a slow Tuesday slate with a very busy Wednesday. There are a number of teams on back-to-backs which makes things interesting as well as a number of important injuries to follow up on throughout the day. I will hit on most of them throughout the article, but stay locked in […]

NBA Waiver Wire Pickups: Deep League Adds for Week 13

As injuries and ineffectiveness cause shakeups around the league, it’s time to keep a sharper eye on the wire, especially in deeper leagues. Take a look at Delon Wright. If you grabbed Wright last week, Lowry’s unfortunate injury has opened a new door for him to showcase what he can do in a larger role, […]

Kevin Durant Probable Wednesday

Golden State Warriors small forward Kevin Durant (calf) practiced fully Tuesday and is probable to play Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. Durant has missed his last three games with a calf strain, but looks ready to return to game action. With Durant back, Andre Iguodala will return to a modest role off the […]

Kevin Durant Ruled Out Against Nuggets

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) has been ruled out of Monday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. He was able to participate in shootaround and was listed as questionable. Durant has now been ruled out and Andre Iguodala will get another chance to start. Omri Casspi and Nick Young will also see more minutes […]

Kevin Durant Questionable on Monday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Kevin Durant (calf) is questionable to play against the Denver Nuggets on Monday. He was able to get through shootaround, but the Warriors are still listing him as questionable. He's likely going to be a game-time decision for Monday's contest. If Durant is able to play, Andre Iguodala will head to […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/8/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Welcome to Week 13 of basketball in the Association. I can't believe we're already here - this season is really flying by, but heating up just the same. I can live with those two things coinciding. Anyway, pretty nice set of games we have on deck for this evening, with eight games, and lock, per […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (1/8/18): NBA DFS Lineups

Hopefully, everyone had a fantastic weekend. We kick off the week with eight games on a Monday that is filled with some solid players available to hopefully help you win your DFS contest. Below you will find our daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings on 1/8/18. These DFS lineup picks can vary from higher-priced players and […]

NBA Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Week 13 and Buy/Sell

Week 12 is in the books and we're flying into Week 13. For most, fantasy playoffs are a lock, while others are still trying to figure out ways to improve their squad. Our staff at RotoBaller has great insight and daily columns how to improve your squad and tips to make your team successful, be […]

Stephen Curry Torches Clippers

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry dropped 45 points in a win over the Clippers on Saturday. Chef Curry would connect on eight treys, including 15 of 16 from the line. He would add six boards and three steals in an effortless performance. Since his return from the ankle injury he suffered last month, he's […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/6/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Six games tonight with an early Warriors-Clippers game at 2:30PM. It's important to note the lack of options at small forward, and the problem is whether to go big with LeBron James or Giannis Antetokounmpo. Even Jimmy Butler is enticing, but both Butler and James have the better matchups on paper. Antetokounmpo will be going […]

Fantasy Basketball Risers and Fallers (Week 13)

It was a fun week of basketball with a few marquee games, including the return of Isaiah Thomas against Portland on Tuesday, a (Thomas-less) Cavaliers/Celtics game on Wednesday, and a Warriors/Rockets game on Thursday that was exciting in spite of the fact that Golden State was without Kevin Durant and Houston was without James Harden. […]

Draymond Green Probable Against Clippers

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (knee) will likely play on Saturday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Green has been nursing a sore knee, and though he showed up on the injury report prior to Thursday's game with Houston, he was good to go, recording a triple-double in the process. If for some reason he […]

Stephen Curry Probable on Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (ankle) will likely play against the Clippers on Saturday. Curry, who missed 11 games already as a result of the ailment, also popped up on the injury report prior to Thursday's game against Houston but still played despite the designation. If he is unable to go, guards Shaun Livingston, […]

Kevin Durant Probable Against Clippers

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) is listed as probable for Saturday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. Durant has been dealing with a strain in the calf and was forced to miss the team's Thursday night contest against the Rockets as a result. If he is unable to suit up, forward Andre Iguodala, […]

Three-Man Weave: Fantasy Basketball's Teams

What happens when a player gets injured in fantasy basketball? Or when a player doesn't perform up to expectations? Such is life in the NBA. What do you do? Find "The Teams." Fantasy basketball drafts rarely surprise. Rankings and average draft positions coalesce and outside of the occasional rookie who goes too high or the […]

Klay Thompson Plays Well in the Absence of Kevin Durant

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson had a fantastic game against the James Harden-less Rockets on Thursday. Thompson was efficient shooting the ball, scoring 28 points on 11-for-20 from the field and 6-for-9 from beyond the arc. He chipped in with an assist or a rebound here and there, but overall, his fantasy effectiveness against […]

Stephen Curry Shines Against Rockets

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry played well against the Rockets. Curry would finish the game with 29 points, shooting 10-for-20 from the field and 4-for-10 from deep. He also contributed nine rebounds and dished out five assists, leaving his mark on the James Harden-less Houston team. Despite health issues this season, Curry is still […]

Draymond Green Posts Triple-Double Against Houston

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green did it all against the Houston Rockets. Green played 38 solid minutes in the 124-114 win on Thursday, scoring 17 points. He also pulled down 14 rebounds and dished out 10 assists in addition to some adequate defensive numbers, finishing the night with two steals and a block. Though […]

Omri Casspi Out Thursday

Golden State Warriors small forward Omri Casspi (back) will miss his second straight game Thursday night against the Houston Rockets. Casspi was in line for big minutes with Kevin Durant (calf) already ruled out, but a strained lower back will keep Casspi out again. With their two top small forwards out Thursday, the Warriors will […]

Omri Casspi is Questionable Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Omri Casspi (back) is considered questionable to play against the Houston Rockets on Thursday. He was held out on Wednesday, but the Warriors will need him with Kevin Durant (calf) sidelined Thursday. Casspi has started for Durant in the past, so there is a good chance he does again if he's […]

Kevin Durant Ruled Out Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) will not play against the Houston Rockets on Thursday. He's dealing with a right calf strain that he suffered during the first quarter of Wednesday's game. Durant still played 38 minutes, recording 25 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and four blocks. The Warriors are likely just being cautious since it's […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for January 4, 2018: Daily Fantasy Advice

After a huge Wednesday slate, we have a two game slate tonight. There are plenty of options, though, as the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors are dealing with injuries to their best players. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings on 1/4/18. I play both […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/4/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

After a massive slate, we have two games tonight. Two WHOLE games. Trust me, I know you're struggling to contain your excitement, but we need to try and find the hidden gems tonight if you plan to cash out. Of course playing one of the Warriors tonight is needed, just realize that any one of […]

Draymond Green Available To Play Against Mavs

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) will be available to play against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night. Green came into the contest questionable with a sprained ankle, and although being available does not necessarily mean he will play, Green seems fine enough to start. Fellow big man Zaza Pachulia (illness) is also active, which […]

Draymond Green Questionable Versus Mavs

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) is considered questionable to play against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. He tweaked his ankle during Tuesday's practice, but is likely headed towards a game-time decision. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, but against the 13-win Mavs, the Warriors may elect to rest Green and let […]

Andre Iguodala Out On Wednesday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Andre Iguodala (back) will not play against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, so it's not surprising to see Iggy on the sidelines against the 13-win Mavericks. Omri Casspi (back) will get the night off as well, but both are expected to be able […]

Defense Wins Fantasy Championships - A Mini-Study

A new year means you get an excuse to try new things. But rather than promising to get fit or eat well, I’ve resolved to release my inner nerd. Today I want to focus on how the fantasy value of an NBA center can be correlated with his defensive prowess. Centers are important for fantasy […]