Dwight Powell Will Sit Out Season Opener

Dallas Mavericks center Dwight Powell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's season opener against the Washington Wizards. Powell has been progressing well, but the team will be cautious to start the season. Maximilian Kleber will see a boost in minutes and usage with Powell sidelined to begin the season. Powell should be a reliable […]

Kawhi Leonard Won't Be Restricted Tuesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard won't have any minute restrictions for Tuesday's season opener against the Lakers. Head coach Doc Rivers downplayed the potential of load management this season. Paul George (shoulder) is expected to be sidelined until November, so Leonard will be asked to lead the team by himself to start the season. […]

Jonas Valanciunas Expected to Play on Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas (ankle) was a full participant for Monday's practice. There was some doubt that Valanciunas wouldn't be ready for the season opener, but there's hope now. He's expected to suit up for Wednesday's contest despite missing the preseason. Valanciunas should get plenty of run in Memphis, but is only a middle […]

Joe Johnson Waived by Pistons

Detroit Pistons forward Joe Johnson has been waived by the organization on Monday. Johnson won MVP in the Big3 league, but sadly age has caught up to him. He was experiencing some Achilles soreness during the preseason. Christian Wood outplayed Johnson and received the final roster spot. Maybe another organization gives Johnson a chance, but […]

Jaylen Brown Gets Huge Extension on Monday

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown agreed to terms on a huge extension with the organization on Monday. Brown agrees to a four-year $115 million extension with the team. It was rumored that the two weren't close to an agreement this weekend, but they come to terms now. Brown has plenty of potential, but he's a […]

Domantas Sabonis to Stay in Indiana

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis has agreed to a long-term extension with the organization on Monday. Sabonis agrees to a four-year $79.4 million extension with the team on Monday. There were rumors that the two sides weren't close this weekend, but they were able to finalize a deal before the deadline. Sabonis has great upside […]

Rajon Rondo is Questionable for Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers guard Rajon Rondo (calf) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's regular season opener against the Clippers. He's dealing with a sore calf, so that's nothing to be worried about. The Lakers might be cautious to start the year since they have a bunch of depth at the guard position. Alex Caruso and […]

Hassan Whiteside Expected to Play in Season Opener

Portland Trail Blazers center Hassan Whiteside (ankle) was a full participant during Monday's practice. Whiteside has been bothered by an ankle issue throughout the preseason, but it seems to be getting better. He should be fine for the regular season opener against the Denver Nuggets. He has a tough time stay healthy, but has plenty […]

LeBron James, Anthony Davis Won't Be Limited

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and center Anthony Davis won't have any minute restrictions for Tuesday's season opener against the Clippers. James is in his mid-30s, so it's not surprising if the Lakers begin to rest him more than he did in the past. Davis seems to always get hit with a few injuries […]

Devin Booker Suffers Minor Finger Injury

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (finger) is dealing with a minor finger injury, but was seen shooting fine after Monday's practice. He sprained his middle finger on his left hand, but said he was fine. Booker is expected to be fine for Wednesday's regular season opener. He'll remain a great fantasy option with plenty of […]

Zion Williamson Out At Least A Month

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (knee) has a torn lateral meniscus in his right knee and will be sidelined to start the season. He underwent arthroscopic surgery on Monday and is expected to miss six to eight weeks of action. Williamson is expected to miss roughly 30 games for the team, so that's a […]

Harry Giles is Limited on Monday

Sacramento Kings center Harry Giles (knee) was a limited participant during Monday's practice. Giles is making progress, but was still held out of the contact portions of practice. The Kings are going to be cautious with Giles, so don't expect him to be ready for Wednesday's opener. He'll likely be limited once he's cleared to […]

Dejounte Murray to Stay in San Antonio

San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray has agreed to a long-term extension with the team on Monday. Murray agrees to a four-year $64 million deal with the Spurs. The team believes he's the future at point guard and are ready to build around him. He's going to see plenty of run this season, so he's […]

Taurean Prince Agrees to Extension

Brooklyn Nets forward Taurean Prince has agreed to a contract extension with the organization on Monday. Prince has agreed to terms on a two-year $29 million extension with the Nets. He didn't pan out in Atlanta, but after a solid preseason, Prince has a chance to turn it around on his new organization. He'll be […]

Otto Porter Should Play Around 30 Minutes Per Game

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter is expected to play about 30 minutes per game, according to head coach Jim Boylen. He averaged 32.8 minutes per game last season, so the Bulls want to cut it down a bit. He was only able to play in 56 games last season due to injury. The Bulls hope […]

Kevin Huerter Practices on Sunday

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (knee) was able to fully practice on Sunday. Huerter missed all of the preseason due to right knee pain. However, he could suit up for Thursday's opener if he continues to make progress. The Hawks are going to remain cautious, so we'll wait and see how Huerter progresses throughout the […]

Cam Reddish to Play 20 Minutes in Opener

Atlanta Hawks forward Cam Reddish (hip) is expected to play around 20 minutes in the season opener on Thursday. Reddish was limited near the end of the preseason due to a right hip issue. The Hawks are going to give Reddish plenty of chances with the ball this season. He's worth grabbing in the last […]

De'Andre Hunter Will Start to Begin the Season

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter will start at small forward to begin the regular season. Head coach Lloyd Pierce confirmed this move after an impressive preseason from the rookie. He'll be joined by Trae Young, Kevin Huerter, John Collins, and Alex Len in the starting five. Hunter is worth grabbing in the last few rounds […]

Kyle Kuzma Ruled Out for Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's regular season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers. He's been dealing with a left foot stress reaction since August. Kuzma has not been cleared for contact work yet, so his timetable is a bit unclear at the moment. He's worth drafting if […]

Kevon Looney Should Be Ready by Thursday

Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney (hamstring) was able to get through the team's scrimmage on Sunday. Looney will probably start at center for the regular season opener against the Clippers on Thursday, according to head coach Steve Kerr. The Warriors are a bit banged up at center, so Looney is a safe late round […]

Rodney McGruder is Unsure for Tuesday's Opener

Los Angeles Clippers forward Rodney McGruder (ankle) is unsure if he'll be able to suit up for Tuesday's regular season opener against the Los Angeles Lakers, according to head coach Doc Rivers. It's unclear how much progress he's making, but the Clippers are likely to be cautious at the beginning of the season. Maurice Harkless […]

Alen Smailagic Could Play in Season Opener

Golden State Warriors forward Alen Smailagic (ankle) has a chance to be cleared for Thursday's regular season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers. He was getting in some extra work after practice on Sunday, so that's a good sign moving forward. However, he shouldn't have a big enough role off the bench to make an […]

Isaiah Thomas Unlikely to Play on Wednesday

Washington Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas (thumb) is not expected to suit up for Wednesday's regular season opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Head coach Scott Brooks said "We're going to do what's best for him," so the Wizards will be cautious with him right now. The team isn't going to rush Thomas back, so it's unlikely […]

Domantas Sabonis is Not Close on Contract Extension

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis is not close on a contract extension with the Monday deadline looming. The Pacers are reportedly actively shopping Sabonis to see what they can get. It's unlikely that the Pacers move Sabonis, but it's possibly if the two can't come to an agreement. T.J. Warren, T.J. Leaf, and Goga Bitadze […]

Marquese Chriss Makes Final Cut

Golden State Warriors forward/center Marquese Chriss made the cut for the regular season roster, according to Shams Charania. Chriss played very well in the preseason and the Warriors will need him to open the season. Willie Cauley-Stein (foot) is sidelined, so there will be minutes for Chriss in the rotation. He's more of a deep […]

Blake Griffin Should Be Ready for Regular Season

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (hamstring) is expected to be fully healed and ready to play in the regular season, according to head coach Dwane Casey. Griffin ended last season with a left knee issue that required surgery. He's been battling a hamstring issue in camp, so hopefully it's not something that lingers. Griffin is […]

Willie Cauley-Stein Participates in Activities on Friday

Golden State Warriors center Willie Cauley-Stein (foot) was able to participate in a light workout after shootaround on Friday. Cauley-Stein suffered a left foot injury in late September and hasn't done much work since then. He's expected to miss the first few weeks of the season, but it could be longer. It's unclear at the […]

Zion Williamson to Miss A Few Weeks

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (knee) is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks, according to Chris Haynes. The exact timetable is unclear, but it doesn't appear to be anything significant. More details about the injury should be known soon, but the Pelicans are going to be cautious here. Derrick Favors and Brandon […]

De'Aaron Fox, Dewayne Dedmon Return to Practice

Sacramento Kings point guard De'Aaron Fox (back) and center Dewayne Dedmon (illness) were able to return for Friday's practice. Fox has been dealing with some back issues, but appears to have put it behind him. He's expected to be fine for the regular season opener. Dedmon was battling an illness, but is set to be […]

Harry Giles Expected to Sit to Start the Season

Sacramento Kings center Harry Giles (knee) is likely going to be sidelined to begin the regular season. Head coach Luke Walton said that he's going to take his time with Giles and bring him along slowly. Giles already has serious knee issues and Walton doesn't want to put his career in danger. Richaun Holmes should […]