Goran Dragic Scores A Team-High 28 Points

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic held his own in his matchup against Damian Lillard as he scored a team-high 28 points to help secure the win for his club on Saturday. Dragic shot a solid 10-for-19 from the floor with four makes from deep and added five assists with three rebounds on the night. […]

Rodney McGruder Gets A Double-Double In The Win

Miami Heat forward Rodney McGruder was not at all affected by the return of Justise Winslow as he registered his second double-double of this young season in the win on Saturday. McGruder scored 14 points on 5-for-10 shooting and added 10 rebounds with a make from three in 33 minutes. McGruder has been a welcomed […]

Hassan Whiteside Hauls In 16 Rebounds And Blocks Six Shots

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside did his work on the glass as he grabbed 16 rebounds to help his team get the win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday. Whiteside was quiet on offense as he scored just five points on 2-for-8 shooting but salvaged his line as he swatted an incredible six shots […]

Justise Winslow Makes Season Debut

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow took to the court for his first time this season and put up 10 points as his squad got the win. Winslow shot 3-for-8 from the floor with five rebounds, an assist and solid defensive stats of three steals with a block on Saturday. Winslow will continue to come off […]

Kelly Olynyk Excels In The Start

Miami Heat power forward/center Kelly Olynyk put together another solid line as he got the minutes to help his club get the win on Saturday. Olynyk scored a season-high 19 points on 6-for-9 shooting from the field and knocked down three makes from three in 29 minutes. He did not stop there has hauled down […]

Dwyane Wade Scores 19 Points Off The Bench

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade got things going early in this one as he scored 18 points in the first half and finished the game with 19 points as the Heat picked up a solid win. Wade shot 7-for-12 from the floor and 4-for-6 from downtown on Saturday and managed to add three rebounds with […]

Wayne Ellington, Derrick Jones Will Play Saturday

Miami Heat guard/forward Wayne Ellington (ankle) and forward Derrick Jones (foot) are both available for Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Ellington will make his season debut, but Rodney McGruder has been playing well, so it'll be interesting to see how the minutes are distributed. Jones has been playing power forward this season, so […]

James Johnson Ruled Out on Saturday

Miami Heat forward James Johnson (groin) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Johnson has been practicing this week, but has not been cleared to play yet. It sounds like the Heat are going to be cautious and wait until Johnson is 100 percent before letting him on the court. […]

Justise Winslow Remains Probable Against Blazers

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (hamstring) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Derrick Jones (foot) and Wayne Ellington (ankle) are also listed as probable for this one. However, Winslow was probable last game and was not able to play because his hamstring tightened up on him. It's unclear if […]

Derrick Jones Remains Probable on Saturday

Miami Heat forward Derrick Jones (foot) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Jones did not play on Wednesday, but is expected to suit up for this contest. Both Justise Winslow (hamstring) and Wayne Ellington (ankle) are listed as probable on Saturday. Jones is going to see his playing time […]

Wayne Ellington is Probable on Saturday

Miami Heat guard/forward Wayne Ellington (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. This would be his season debut, assuming he doesn't suffer a setback before tip off. Ellington is going to have competition with Dwayne Wade and Rodney McGruder fighting for the same minutes. Ellington has some fantasy value, but mostly […]

NBA Waiver Wire: Standard League Adds (Week 2)

With week one behind us, our teams are starting to fall into place and our weak spots and areas of improvement are becoming more evident. Instead of trading away everything and the kitchen sink, the waiver wire can be extremely useful given the proper insight. Finding a player that is primed to break out can […]

The NBA Drop List for Week 2

There are always lists upon lists of players to consider adding to your fantasy teams. If you had unlimited roster spots, you could add them all! You don't have unlimited roster spots, though. So if you want to indulge in a wild fantasy that Derrick Rose has fully returned to MVP form, you'll need to […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Adds for Week 2

With a fantastic (and dramatic) start to the NBA season, we look forward into Week 2. We're super excited to kick off the 2018-2019 season and bless you all with everything you guys need to stay ahead of your opponents in all your fantasy leagues. Below are our recommended waiver wire pickups for Week 2 of […]

Justise Winslow is Considered Questionable for Saturday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (hamstring) is considered questionable for Saturday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was expected to make his season debut on Wednesday, but was a late scratch. It sounds like his hamstring is still bothering him, so it's unclear if he'll play on Saturday. He doesn't have much fantasy upside, […]

Kelly Olynyk Dishes Six Assists In Win Over Knicks

Miami Heat power forward Kelly Olynyk notched 11 points with three rebounds, six assists and one steal in a win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. Bam Adebayo is waiting in the wings if ever his play deteriorates, but so far he is not worth the fantasy add. Stay away from him unless […]

Goran Dragic Leads Heat Over Knicks On Wednesday

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic scored 13 points with five rebounds and three assists in 29 minutes of play in a win over the New York Knicks. He had a mediocre game, but he should be fine moving forward. He was not needed much in this game, as his teammates did all the damage […]

Josh Richardson Impresses In Win Over Knicks

Miami Heat shooting guard Josh Richardson scored 21 points with eight rebounds, one steal and one block in a win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. He is breaking his ADP, as he is playing like a Round 2 player. He could cut down on his turnovers, but owners should be happy with […]

Rodney McGruder Scores 19 Points In Rout Over Knicks

Miami Heat small forward Rodney McGruder scored 19 points with six rebounds, five assists and one steal in 31 minutes of play over the New York Knicks. He is ahead of the rotation right now and is capitalizing with extended minutes. If he is still on your waiver wire, you might as well grab him. […]

Hassan Whiteside Notches Double-Double In Win Over Knicks

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside was dominant in his return with 22 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks to secure the win over the New York Knicks. He returned to the starting lineup after missing their last game and looked good. He is off to a great start to the season and is looking to […]

Derrick Jones Ruled Out Wednesday

Miami Heat forward Derrick Jones (foot) will not play Wednesday night against the New York Knicks. Jones was came into the day with a questionable tag, but was downgraded to doubtful then eventually ruled out of the contest. Justise Winslow will make his season debut Wednesday and is the front-runner to take over the starting […]

Hassan Whiteside Will Play on Wednesday

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (groin) is not listed on the injury report and will play in Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Whiteside sat out of Monday's practice, but was never expected to miss any time. There is no official word that Whiteside is playing, but it's safe to assume he'll be good […]

Wayne Ellington, Derrick Jones Doubtful for Wednesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Wayne Ellington (ankle) and forward Derrick Jones (foot) are doubtful for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Jones missed practice on Monday and was limited on Tuesday. Ellington continues to work his way back from an ankle issue. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said Ellington would need to get through a full practice […]

Justise Winslow is Available on Wednesday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (hamstring) will be available for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. He's been dealing with a lingering hamstring issue for roughly a month. He averaged 7.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists last season. He's most likely going to have his minutes limited during his first game back. Winslow […]

James Johnson Practices on Tuesday

Miami Heat forward James Johnson (groin) was able to practice on Tuesday, but has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Johnson has been able to practice two days in a row. However, he's not quite 100 percent yet, so the Heat are going to be cautious and hold him out of […]

Wayne Ellington Remains Sidelined for Wednesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Wayne Ellington (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. He still has not made his season debut, but did go through shootaround on Saturday. Head coach Erik Spoelstra wants Ellington to get through a full practice before letting him return to game action. It sounds like […]

Justise Winslow is Probable on Wednesday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (hamstring) is probable for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Winslow is set to make his season debut after dealing with a lingering hamstring issue. He averaged 7.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists last season. Winslow does not have much fantasy upside right now.

Hassan Whiteside Expected to Play on Wednesday

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (groin) is expected to play against the New York Knicks on Wednesday. Whiteside did not practice on Monday, but his injury is apparently minor. The Heat might've just held Whiteside out of Monday's practice to be cautious. Fantasy owners are likely going to have to wait until after Wednesday's shootaround […]

Rodney McGruder (SG, MIA) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 14+ Team Leagues OWNED IN: 33% of leagues ANALYSIS: Rodney McGruder has been pushed into an early season role for the Miami Heat because of injuries to Justise Winslow (hamstring), Wayne Ellington (ankle) and Dion Waiters (ankle). Winslow and Ellington are expected to be back shortly, and Waiters status remains unknown as […]

Hassan Whiteside Doesn't Practice on Monday

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (groin) did not practice on Monday and is considered questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Knicks. Whiteside was able to play 25 minutes on Saturday. The severity of the injury is still unclear which makes Whiteside's status up in the air for Wednesday. Kelly Olynyk and Bam Adebayo would both […]