Tua Tagovailoa - Week 16 Outlook for Fantasy Football

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is coming off a disappointing performance against the New York Jets last week. He threw for only 196 yards and had two interceptions to his name as well. The only positive was two passing touchdowns and a victory for Miami. However, things aren't going to get easier for Tagovailoa against […]

P.J. Tucker Ruled Out For Thursday

Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (leg) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The MRI on Tucker came back negative on Tuesday. Despite that, the Heat are going to take the cautious approach and rest the veteran forward. The hope is that this won't be a long term absence for Tucker. […]

Jimmy Butler Won't Suit Up On Thursday

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (tailbone) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Butler continues to sit out alongside Markieff Morris (whiplash) and neither have timetable for their returns to the court. In the meantime, Max Strus and Gabe Vincent have been asked to step up in the rotation. Strus is […]

Joe Johnson Signs With Celtics

The Boston Celtics have agreed to a deal with forward Joe Johnson on a 10-day contract. All these COVID protocol absences are forcing teams to sign extra players. The Celtics have decided to bring in 40-year-old Johnson to their roster. The seven-time All-Star is one of the greatest scorers of this generation. Obviously, Johnson is […]

Richaun Holmes Hopeful To Play Wednesday

Sacramento Kings center Richaun Holmes (eye) is hopeful to be available for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has missed each of the last seven games due to an eye laceration. Chimezie Metu and Tristan Thompson have been filling in for Holmes lately. One of them should head back to the bench, assuming […]

Nerlens Noel Enters COVID-19 Protocols

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel has entered the league's health and safety protocols on Wednesday. The Knicks already without around seven or eight players due to injuries or protocols. That being said, Mitchell Robinson and Taj Gibson could be asked to play heavy minutes. Possibly, Jericho Sims gets more minutes as well, but isn't […]

Kevin Love Uncertain Against Celtics

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (foot) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. His absence would be a crushing blow to the Cavs who are already without Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. Love has scored double digits in seven straight games. He is a solid streaming option if he's able to […]

Luka Doncic, Trey Burke Land In COVID-19 Protocols

Dallas Mavericks guards Luka Doncic and Trey Burke have entered the league's health and safety protocols. Doncic was already sidelined due to an ankle issue, but now could miss possibly 10 days. The absence of Burke is going to leave the Mavericks with little depth at the guard position. They've signed Brandon Knight and Carlik […]

Tyler Herro Will Play On Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quad) will play during Tuesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He listed as probable coming into this contest, but will officially suit up. He missed each of the previous three matchups due to a quad contusion. Herro will be asked to carry a heavy load on offense with Jimmy Butler […]

Kristaps Porzingis Sitting Out On Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Mavericks were already without three of their starters due to protocols. That being said, Dwight Powell and Boban Marjanovic will handle most of the frontcourt duties. Powell has a little more upside, but neither of them are […]

Killian Hayes Ruled Out For Tuesday

Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (thumb) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He continues to deal with a lingering thumb issue and will sit out on Tuesday. Frank Jackson, Cory Joseph, and Saben Lee will all see increased playing time and usage without Hayes on the court. Jackson is […]

Malcolm Brogdon Is Available On Tuesday

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (Achilles) is available for Tuesday's game against the Miami Heat. He received the weekend off to rest his Achilles issue. Now, Brogdon will be back in the mix on Tuesday. His return should push Brad Wanamaker back to the second unit. Fantasy managers should make sure Brogdon is back in […]

Nassir Little Won't Play Against Pelicans

Portland Trail Blazers forward Nassir Little (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He was listed as questionable earlier in the day due to a non-COVID related illness. However, the Blazers have decided to give him the day off to rest. His next chance to play would be on […]

Kemba Walker To Start On Tuesday

New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker will move into the starting five for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Derrick Rose (ankle) is sidelined and the Knicks have been crushed with multiple players landing in protocols. That being said, Walker will get another start after being benched due to poor play. He looked sharp during […]

Derrick Rose Unavailable For Tuesday

New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. This doesn't come as much of a surprise considering he has been battling an ankle issue over the last few days. His absence should push Kemba Walker into a bigger role on Tuesday. He has been playing […]

Tyler Herro Tagged As Probable

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quad) is listed as probable ahead of Tuesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He missed Sunday's game due to a right quad issue, but is on track to suit up here. That being said, Herro will likely be asked to help carry the load on offense with Jimmy Butler (tailbone) […]

Ed Davis Unavailable For Tuesday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Ed Davis has entered the league's health and safety protocols. That means, Davis won't be available for Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Normally, Davis isn't much of a factor in the rotation. However, he was possibly looking at the spot start with the Cavaliers being shorthanded. Now, Kevin Love should move […]

Killian Hayes Uncertain For Tuesday

Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He is dealing with a non-COVID related illness, but might be able to suit up here. The team will likely have him go through pregame warmups before making a final decision. Frank Jackson, Cory Joseph and Saben […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Enters COVID-19 Safety Protocols

Dallas Mavericks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. has entered the league's health and safety protocols. That means, Hardaway won't be available for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He marks the fourth Mavericks player to enter protocols over the last few days. Jalen Brunson, Trey Burke and Sterling Brown will all be asked to step up […]

Khris Middleton Available For Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will play during Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. This is great news with the Bucks having multiple players sidelined due to safety protocols. That being said, Middleton should be asked to carry a heavy load on offense during his first game back. He is certainly worth a look […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Could Return On Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) has a possibility of returning on Wednesday, according to GM Travis Schlenk. This is great news for the Hawks with Trae Young, Danilo Gallinari, and Clint Capela in protocols. That means, Bogdanovic would be possibly the secondary playmaker. His return would push Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot to the bench. It's uncertain […]

Talen Horton-Tucker, Dwight Howard Returning On Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Talen Horton-Tucker and center Dwight Howard have cleared the league's protocols. That means, both players are available for Tuesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Horton-Tucker should immediately move into the starting five with the Lakers shorthanded. He'll have plenty of streaming appeal and DFS value for this one. Also, Howard should […]

Fred Vanvleet Placed In COVID-19 Protocols

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols. The Raptors are now up to seven players in protocols with Precious Achiuwa and Scottie Barnes joining the list earlier. That being said, the Raptors are going to be extremely shorthanded for Wednesday's matchup against the Chicago Bulls. David Johnson […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Lands In COVID-19 Protocols

Washington Wizards forward Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols. Another victim to protocols, which will force Deni Avdija into the starting five. Avdija has been producing top-90 value over the last two weeks. He is someone that needs to be rostered right now with the Wizards shorthanded. He is […]

Tyler Herro Upgraded To Probable

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quad) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He has missed each of his last three games due to a right quad contusion. Although, the hope is that he can return here, which would be a significant boost to the Heat roster. This roster has […]

Clint Capela, Danilo Gallinari Enter COVID-19 Protocols

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela and forward Danilo Gallinari have entered the league's health and safety protocols. Both players will join Trae Young on the sideline and leave the Hawks shorthanded going forward. The absence of Capela should mean more minutes for Onyeka Okongwu and Gorgui Dieng. Both could be possible streaming options, assuming Capela […]

Nassir Little Possibly Out On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Nassir Little (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Little is dealing with a non-COVID illness that could force him out of this contest. That being said, Robert Covington could move into the starting five and have plenty of streaming appeal. Also, Ben McLemore could […]

Jusuf Nurkic Questionable For Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (rib) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He is currently dealing with a left rib contusion, which is not something that is easy to play through. That being said, the Blazers could be shorthanded for this game, assuming Nurkic sits out. Larry Nance […]

Derrick Jones Jr. Out At Least Two Games

Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. (hamstring) has been ruled out for at least the next two games. Head coach Billy Donovan mentioned his hamstring injury wasn't too bad, so that's good to hear. The organization plans to re-evaluate Jones after the next two games. Alfonzo McKinnie could be involved in the rotation, but wouldn't […]

Robert Williams III Ruled Out Against Sixers

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He wasn't on the injury report, so this came out of nowhere. That being said, the Celtics are going to be extremely shorthanded with a handful of big men already sidelined. Enes Freedom could be looking at […]