Kevin Love Unavailable On Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets. The veteran forward was a late addition to the injury report due to back spasms. The Cavs will take the cautious approach here and give Love the night off. His absence should free up additional playing time for […]

Seth Curry To Sit Out On Thursday

Brooklyn Nets guard Seth Curry (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran sharpshooter knocked down seven shots from beyond the arc for a 32-point performance on Wednesday. However, Curry will sit out the second leg of the back-to-back after his strong performance. The Nets will likely use a […]

Donovan Mitchell Won't Play On Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets. He made his return to the court on Tuesday, but sat out of practice on Wednesday. That being said, it appears Mitchell is still battling a groin issue. Caris LeVert played well during the three games that Mitchell […]

Isaiah Stewart Available Against Nets

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (shoulder) is available for Thursday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Both Stewart and Isaiah Livers (ankle) were listed on the injury report heading into this game. It appears both players are ready to get back on the court. Jalen Duren will have less of a role in the rotation with […]

Gordon Hayward Available On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The veteran forward was considered questionable heading into this game due to a strained left hamstring. The Hornets will be back in full force with LaMelo Ball (ankle, wrist), Terry Rozier (illness), and Hayward all available for this game. That […]

LaMelo Ball To Play On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle, wrist) is available for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The young guard will make his return to the court after a three-game absence. It doesn't sound like the team plans to limit Ball, so fantasy managers should make sure to get him in their lineups for Thursday. His […]

Elijah Mitchell Misses Thursday's Practice

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (groin) was unable to suit up for practice on Thursday. This is back-to-back days that Mitchell has been sidelined from practice due to a groin issue. He has joined fellow back Christian McCaffrey (calf) on the sideline for both practices. Fantasy managers shouldn't be too concerned heading into […]

Christian McCaffrey Remains Sidelined On Thursday

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (calf) remained on the sideline for Thursday's practice. This is now back-to-back practices that McCaffrey has missed due to a minor calf issue. The organization doesn't believe the injury is serious, so this could just be them being extremely cautious with their star back. The 26-year-old will play […]

Hayden Hurst Limited During Thursday's Practice

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst (calf) was able to get through a limited practice session on Thursday. The 29-year-old missed three weeks in December due to a calf injury. It's possible that he re-aggravated the injury, which is not a good sign heading into the weekend. Hurst hasn't been a consistent fantasy option this […]

Panthers Hire Frank Reich As Head Coach

The Carolina Panthers have decided to hire Frank Reich as their new head coach. The ex-Colts coach was let go mid-season after Indianapolis disappointed right out of the gate this season. Despite that, Reich has been fairly successful throughout his career. Although, this Panthers roster is much less talented than the roster he had during […]

Brandon Clarke Shifts Into Starting Five

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke will move into the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The Grizzlies are going to be shorthanded with Steven Adams (knee) sidelined three-to-five weeks. That being said, Clarke will likely start most games in place of Adams. The Grizzlies will also need Xavier Tillman Sr. and […]

Andrew Wiggins Won't Suit Up Versus Memphis

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 27-year-old was a late addition to the injury report due to a non-COVID related illness. His absence likely means that Kevon Looney will return to the starting five. Currently, Looney is providing 11th-round value in 9-cat […]

James Wiseman To Be Available On Wednesday

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The young center has been sidelined since December 25th due to a left ankle sprain. The expectation is that the Warriors are going to ease him back into action. He'll be forced to compete with Draymond Green and Kevon […]

OG Anunoby Will Play On Wednesday

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The 25-year-old has been dealing with an ankle issue that caused him to miss Sunday's game. However, it appears he's feeling better and will rejoin the starting five on Wednesday. It doesn't sound like the team plans to limit him, […]

Anthony Davis Cleared To Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) has been cleared to play against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. The superstar center is finally ready to return after missing time due to a fractured bone spur and stress reaction in his right foot. The Lakers are going to be extremely cautious with their big man. […]

LeBron James Will Play On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. There was some concern that James would sit out because it's the second leg of a back-to-back set. The veteran forward played 33 minutes on Tuesday, but is good to go here. That being said, James should have […]

Blake Griffin To Start On Monday

Boston Celtics forward Blake Griffin will move into the starting five for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The Celtics are shorthanded here with both Marcus Smart (ankle) and Robert Williams III (knee) both ruled out. That being said, Griffin will make the start at center, while Derrick White serves as the point guard. White […]

Khris Middleton To Play On Monday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran forward is set to appear in his first game since December 15th. That being said, the Bucks are likely to have Middleton on a minutes limit while he gets back up to full speed. It sounds like Pat […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Returns On Monday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will make his return to the court on Monday against the Detroit Pistons. The superstar forward is back in action after missing the last five games due to left knee soreness. His return means that Bobby Portis heads back to the second unit. Fantasy managers shouldn't panic as Portis […]

Jabari Smith Jr. Ruled Out For Monday

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The young forward will miss his second game in a row due to a sprained right ankle. The organization is hopeful that Smith can return to the court on Wednesday or Thursday. Until then, Tari Eason should […]

Goran Dragic To Miss Monday's Game

Chicago Bulls guard Goran Dragic (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran guard will sit this game out due to a non-COVID related illness. His absence should mean that Alex Caruso and Coby White will get a few extra minutes coming their way. Between the two, Caruso is […]

Donovan Mitchell Upgraded To Probable For Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (groin) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. This is great news after seeing Mitchell get through the last two practices without any issues. He appears ready to get back on the court after missing the last three games due to a groin issue. […]

Killian Hayes Ruled Out On Monday

Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The young guard is battling a left shoulder contusion, so he'll sit this game out. His absence will increase the usage for Jaden Ivey, which should make him a strong fantasy option for Monday. Also, Cory Joseph and […]

Robert Williams III Won't Suit Up On Monday

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The Celtics have decided to give Williams a rest day during the first leg of this back-to-back set. That being said, fantasy managers should expect him to have his normal workload on Tuesday against the Miami Heat. […]

Ja Morant Uncertain For Monday's Game

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The star guard played 36 minutes on Sunday, while battling a left ankle injury. That being said, it wouldn't be shocking to see the Grizzlies take the cautious approach here. His absence would mean Tyus Jones should slide […]

Steven Adams Listed As Questionable For Monday

Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (knee) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The big man played 33 minutes on Sunday, so the Grizzlies might take the cautious approach here. His absence would leave a significant hole in the starting five. The Grizzlies would likely use a committee approach to fill the […]

Jonathan Isaac Officially Cleared For Monday

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) has been officially cleared to play in Monday's game against the Boston Celtics. This is fantastic news as Isaac last appeared in an NBA game over 900 days ago. The 25-year-old hasn't suited up for action since tearing his ACL during the Orlando bubble. That being said, the Magic […]

Brandon Ingram Hopeful To Play During Homestand

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (toe) has been making steady progress over the last few weeks. The 25-year-old has been a full participant during the last two practices. That being said, the organization believes that Ingram could return at some point during the upcoming home stand. The Pelicans play a back-to-back set starting on […]

Goran Dragic Questionable For Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Goran Dragic (illness) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran guard was not at Sunday's practice due to a non-COVID related illness. The Bulls are likely going to wait until closer to game time before making a final decision on his status. Alex Caruso and Coby White […]

Andrew Nembhard Uncertain For Tuesday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He was considered questionable for their last game, but ended up playing in that game. He didn't do much with four points and four assists across 21 minutes. Fantasy managers will need to check back on Tuesday for […]