Tyler Johnson Questionable on Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to play against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The Heat won't have a shootaround on Wednesday, so Johnson is likely going to be a game-time decision. Johnson said his shoulder flared up on him during shootaround on Tuesday. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so […]

Josh Richardson Is Entering A Cool-Off Period

Miami Heat forward Josh Richardson is still producing but is already seeing the effect of James Johnson returning to the rotation. Richardson was posting outrageously awesome stat lines for some time, but his usage has already taken a dramatic drop over the last week, and his production will suffer moving forward. The Heat are also […]

Goran Dragic Posts Another Double-Double

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic posted his second double-double of the season and led the team in scoring in Tuesday night's win against the Toronto Raptors. Dragic scored 24 points on 10-for-21 shooting with 12 rebounds, four assists, a steal and a block in a team-high 39 minutes. Fellow guards Tyler Johnson (shoulder) and […]

Wayne Ellington Lays In Game-Winner

Miami Heat shooting guard Wayne Ellington scored a tough layup with 0.3 seconds left in Tuesday night's win against the Toronto Raptors. Aside from that highlight, Ellington really struggled with his shot Tuesday, finishing with 15 points on 6-for-17 shooting from the field and 3-for-12 from the three-point line in 35 minutes. Ellington got a […]

Josh Richardson Struggles With Shot

Miami Heat guard/forward Josh Richardson could not buy a bucket for most of Tuesday night's close win against the Toronto Raptors. Richardson did not make a field goal until 30.0 seconds left in the third quarter and finished with six points on 3-for-13 shooting and five turnovers in 38 minutes. Richardson was able to chip […]

Bam Adebayo Has Monster Line off the Bench

Miami Heat forward/center Bam Adebayo could not be stopped in Tuesday night's win against the Toronto Raptors. Adebayo came off the bench to post 16 points on 8-for-14 shooting to go along with 15 rebounds, three assists and five blocks in 33 minutes. Along with all of Miami's injuries, forward James Johnson got ejected in […]

Tyler Johnson Late Scratch Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (shoulder) will sit out Tuesday night's contest against the Toronto Raptors with a shoulder strain. This is the first report of the injury, but it looks like it is serious enough for Johnson to take a seat. With guard/forwards Dion Waiters (ankle) and Justise Winslow (knee) already ruled out on […]

Buy, Sell or Hold: Josh Richardson and Hassan Whiteside?

It's a Florida New Year special here at RotoBaller as we are taking a look at two Miami Heat players with very different seasons so far. Hassan Whiteside has been back for half a dozen of games now, but he still hasn't shone as bright as he can. Will he be back to his old double-doubling, shot-blocking […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/9/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It's a small slate as usual this Tuesday, but that doesn't mean there isn't plenty to discuss. Based on early injury news, Shabazz Napier is an easy option to lock in at point guard. From there, a decision has to be made on Russell Westbrook. I lean away from playing him based on his price, […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (1/9/18): NBA DFS Lineups

Welcome back, RotoBallers. Hopefully you enjoyed your last bit of college football last night, and maybe you won some money in NBA DFS too. If not, let's get you back on the right track. We're a little shorthanded with just four games this Tuesday, but there should be some interesting plays regardless. Below you will find […]

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 […]

Josh Richardson Scores Game-Winner Sunday

Miami Heat guard/forward Josh Richardson scored the go-ahead bucket with 5.1 seconds left in Sunday's win against the Utah Jazz. Richardson stuffed the stat sheet in the process, contributing 14 points, seven assists, three rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 37 minutes. Richardson had a stellar month of December and has started the new […]

James Johnson Posts Double-Double Off The Bench

Miami Heat forward James Johnson recorded his third double-double this season Sunday against the Utah Jazz, finishing with 13 points on 6-for-12 shooting and 11 rebounds in 27 minutes. Johnson is an integral part of Miami's lineup and has now played at least 24 minutes in the three games since returning from an ankle injury. […]

Goran Dragic Struggles With Shot

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic could not find his shot in Sunday's win against the Utah Jazz, especially from behind the arc. Dragic shot 6-for-18 from the field and only 1-for-6 from three to finish with 16 points and six assists in 34 minutes. In Dragic's defense, the Jazz are sixth-best in giving up […]

Hassan Whiteside Posts First Double-Double Since Returning From Injury

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside posted 14 points and 10 rebounds in Sunday afternoon's win against the Utah Jazz. Whiteside also set the defensive tone early, blocking three shots in the first quarter and finishing with four blocks overall. Whiteside appears to still be working into game shape, as he only played 26 minutes Sunday […]

Dion Waiters Won't Play on Sunday

Miami Heat guard/forward Dion Waiters (ankle) won't play against the Utah Jazz on Sunday. Waiters doesn't have a timetable for his return and is seeking a second opinion on his ankle. He hasn't played since Dec. 22 and might not anytime soon. Josh Richardson, Tyler Johnson and Wayne Ellington will continue to see extra minutes […]

Justise Winslow Ruled Out Sunday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (knee) will not play against the Utah Jazz on Sunday. He was able to do some non-contact drills this week, so that's a good sign. Winslow is still considered week-to-week and there is no timetable for his return. James Johnson and Kelly Olynyk continue to see extended minutes and have […]

NBA ADP Out-Performers, Part I: Lou Williams, Taj Gibson, Nikola Vucevic

We’re closing in on the halfway mark of the NBA regular season. Enough games have been played to show how well players are fitting into new teams and new roles. Some players have been exceeding expectations and producing enormous fantasy value for their owners. But as fantasy fanatics, we want to know more than just […]

Dion Waiters Seeking Second Opinion on Ankle

Miami Heat guard/forward Dion Waiters (ankle) has already been ruled out for Friday's game against the New York Knicks. Waiters hasn't played since Dec. 22 and isn't practicing with the team. He's reportedly seeking a second opinion on his ankle, and that could be worrisome to fantasy owners. Waiters' ankle has been giving him problems […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (1/5/18): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

You know what we deserve after a two game slate? Double digit games and good matchups. Tonight, we're getting both as there are 10 games across the Association. As usual, tip (and thus, FanDuel lock) is at 7pm EST. Two-thirds of the games are taking place in the Eastern or Central time zones, meaning we […]

NBA DFS Risers/Fallers for Week 12

I hope you've all survived your New Year's hangovers and aren't having too much trouble in shaking the cobwebs out of your brain as you return to work. Most importantly, though, I hope you're ready for another week of Association hoops. A lot of price changes around the league as players return from injuries (Isiah Thomas, […]

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 […]

Justise Winslow Ruled Out Friday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (knee) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the New York Knicks. The good news is Winslow did return to practice on Thursday. It was non-contact work but a good sign moving forward. Winslow hasn't played since Dec. 13, but there is a chance he returns next week. There […]

NBA Waiver Wire Pickups: Deep League Adds for Week 12

We're almost at the halfway point of the season, and it's getting harder and harder to find quality options on the wire, while it's getting easier and easier to cut bait on dead weight. Everyone in your league is probably thinking the same way, so it's time to look deeper and deeper for those guys that […]

NBA Waiver Wire Pickups: Shallow League Adds for Week 12

It's Week 12 – we're reaching the stretch run, and you can't let off the gas now.  Shallow leagues have waiver wires stocked with high-performing talent because there's just not much roster space to go around. You should dump dead weight and grab production now, because the same is going to be true all year […]

Josh Richardson Continues Stellar Play

Miami Heat guard/forward Josh Richardson continued his impressive streak in the win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Richardson scored 20 points, shooting 5-for-7 from the three-point line, to go along with five assists, a steal and a block in a team-high 38 minutes. The Heat always loved Richardson for his above-average defense. However, […]

Kelly Olynyk Dominant in Win

Miami Heat forward/center Kelly Olynyk could not be stopped in Wednesday night's win over the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons, playing without starting center Andre Drummond, had no answer for Olynyk as he scored 25 points on 11-for-15 shooting to go along with 13 rebounds. Olynyk was expected to have his role reduced in the return […]

Goran Dragic Notches First Double-Double of Season

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic posted his first double-double of the season in Wednesday night's win against the Detroit Pistons. Dragic finished the night with 24 points on 9-for-19 shooting with 13 assists and five rebounds in 37 minutes. Dragic has now put in back-to-back games of more than 20 points after not scoring […]

James Johnson Says He Will Play

Miami Heat forward James Johnson (ankle) stated he will play in Wednesday night's game against the Detroit Pistons. Miami has yet to give an official ruling for Johnson, but he seems ready to return from his three-game absence. Miami head coach Erik Spoelstra already named Kelly Olynyk starting power forward, so Johnson will most likely […]

James Johnson Questionable Against Pistons

Miami Heat forward James Johnson (ankle) is questionable to play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. Johnson was a full participant at shootaround and is likely headed towards a game-time decision. He's missed six of the last seven contests due to an ankle issue. Making it through shootaround is a good sign that he'll be […]