Peyton Barber Has Productive Game Versus Atlanta

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber was becoming a drop candidate in most leagues after failing to produce over the first four weeks of the regular season. However, Barber finally had some success against the Falcons in Week 6. Barber rushed 13 times for 82 yards and caught four passes for 24 yards and […]

Delon Wright Misses Practice on Sunday

Toronto Raptors guard Delon Wright (thigh) did not play in the preseason finale on Thursday and missed practice on Sunday. Wright hurt his thigh on Wednesday and is apparently still struggling with the injury. Head coach Nick Nurse said that the team will know more information on Monday. Fred Vanvleet would see an increase in […]

Terrence Ross is Back at Practice

Orlando Magic guard/forward Terrence Ross (foot) is back at practice, but could begin the regular season on a minutes limit. Ross has been battling a sore left foot basically the entire preseason. He did play in the preseason finale on Friday, but might be limited to begin the season. Ross isn't worth owning in most […]

Jonathon Simmons Could Have Minutes Limit

Orlando Magic guard/forward Jonathon Simmons (wrist) could have his minutes limited to begin the regular season. Simmons missed some time during the preseason and had wrist surgery during the offseason. However, the Magic expect Simmons to be ready by the season opener. Head coach Steve Clifford wants Simmons to play at the guard spots this […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Returns to Practice on Sunday

New York Knicks guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (wrist) was forced to exit early in Friday's preseason finale, but returned to practice on Sunday. The Knicks are going to be cautious with him, but it doesn't sound like he's going to miss any games. THJ should have plenty of playing time this season since the Knicks […]

Terrance Ferguson Returns to Practice

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Terrance Ferguson (concussion) returned to practice on Sunday. He should be ready to go for the regular season opener after clearing the baseline concussion protocol tests. Ferguson could begin the season in the starting five, but that doesn't automatically mean he has fantasy value. He could have short-term value, but once […]

DeMarre Carroll Does Not Practice on Sunday

Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll (ankle) did not practice on Sunday. It does not appear that this issue is serious. Carroll played well last season, but the Nets are trying to rebuild their roster with younger players. It's unclear what kind of role Carroll will have even when he's healthy. He's worth grabbing in the […]

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson Practices on Sunday

Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae-Hollis Jefferson (groin) was able to practice on Sunday, but his return date is still unclear. Hollis-Jefferson suffered a left adductor strain in August and is still recovering from it. However, once RHJ is healthy, he'll likely jump right into the Nets starting lineup. It's unclear exactly when he'll be ready to […]

Jamal Crawford Offered A Deal By Suns

Free-agent guard Jamal Crawford has been offered the veteran's minimum by the Phoenix Suns, according to John Gambadoro. Crawford has reportedly been talking with the Suns over the last week or two. The Suns are in need of another guard, but Crawford doesn't offer much fantasy value at this stage in his career. He could […]

Allen Crabbe Still Not Practicing

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Allen Crabbe (ankle) is still not practicing after suffering an ankle injury last Monday. The Nets have not announced a timetable for his return, so it appears he won't be ready for the season opener. Spencer Dinwiddie, Caris Levert, and Joe Harris are expected to see increased playing time with Crabbe sidelined. […]

Shabazz Napier Remains Out of Practice

Brooklyn Nets guard Shabazz Napier (hamstring) is still not practicing after he suffered a hamstring injury earlier this month. Napier has reportedly been at shooting drills, but not practicing yet. Hamstring issues have a tendency to linger, so Napier could miss the beginning of the season. Regardless, Napier is likely going to be the third […]

Bulls Claim Tyler Ulis

The Chicago Bulls have claimed guard Tyler Ulis off waivers. Ulis was waived by the Golden State Warriors last Friday. He'll sign a two-way deal with the Bulls, but is expected to see most of his time in the G-League. Ulis had two below average seasons with the Suns and does not have much upside […]

Russell Westbrook is Uncertain for Opener

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (knee) could be in danger of missing the regular season opener. Westbrook had an arthroscopic knee procedure in September and is not full healthy yet. Head coach Billy Donovan has not said much about Westbrook's status lately. It seems unlikely that Westbrook is going to be ready to […]

Courtney Lee Practices on Sunday

New York Knicks guard Courtney Lee (neck) was a full participant in Sunday's practice. He did not play at all during the preseason. This is the first time he's done anything since his neck issue. The Knicks begin the regular season on Wednesday, and Lee said he'll be ready for the opener. It's unclear what […]

Lance Thomas Doesn't Practice on Sunday

New York Knicks power forward Lance Thomas (knee) did not participate in practice on Sunday. Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is sidelined for the foreseeable future, which means Thomas will begin the season as the starting power forward. Thomas sitting out on Sunday was likely just the Knicks being cautious. He's not the best target for fantasy […]

Jonas Valanciunas is Fine With Bench Role

Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas said that he is fine with coming off the bench for certain matchups. Head coach Nick Nurse said that he will be mixing up the starting five based on their opponent. Serge Ibaka and Valanciunas could come off the bench at certain times this season. This sounds like a decrease […]

Draymond Green Will Likely Have Minutes Limit

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (knee) will likely have a minutes limit to begin the regular season, according to head coach Steve Kerr. Green was forced to miss most of the preseason, but did play in the final two games. His sore knee does not seem serious, but the Warriors want to be cautious […]

Stephen Curry Misses Practice But Will Play in Opener

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (rest) did not play in Sunday's scrimmage. Head coach Steve Kerr said Curry's absence was due to rest purposes and not because of any type of injury. Curry will be ready to go for the regular season opener on Tuesday. Fantasy owners don't have anything to worry about right […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Headed for Treatment

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (knee) went back to Los Angeles to get treatment for tendinitis in his right knee. However, he has been cleared to practice and will be ready for the season opener next week. Although, tendinitis is the kind of issue that tends to linger, so this could be an issue […]

Jamal Crawford is Talking with Suns

Free-agent guard Jamal Crawford is discussing a potential deal with Phoenix Suns interim general manager James Jones and head coach Igor Kokoskov on Friday. The Suns are looking for depth at the guard position and the veteran Crawford could be a potential fit. It's surprising that Crawford wouldn't want to play for a more competitive […]

John Collins Will Miss First Three Games

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (ankle) had a non-surgical procedure on Oct. 8, but will miss the first three games of the regular season. Collins will be re-evaluated on October 22, so that means he can't play to start off the regular season. Collins underwent an MRI which revealed mild inflammation and soreness in his […]

Dewayne Dedmon Unlikely to Play in Season Opener

Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (ankle) is unlikely to be ready for game action by the beginning of the regular season on Wednesday. Dedmon suffered an avulsion fracture in August and has not played in the preseason. ,Alex Len, Miles Plumlee, and Omari Spellman are going to see increased playing time with John Collins (ankle) […]

Wayne Ellington Won't Play Friday

Miami Heat guard Wayne Ellington (ankle) will be sidelined for the preseason finale on Friday. Ellington's ankle injury has sidelined him for the entire preseason. He has reportedly been making progress and has been a full participant in practice. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said Ellington could play in the season opener despite missing the entire […]

Denzel Valentine Uncertain for Season Opener

Chicago Bulls forward Denzel Valentine (ankle) will not play in Friday's preseason contest against Denver. He is uncertain to be ready for the season opener next week. Valentine hurt his ankle over two weeks ago and hasn't been cleared to play yet. The team will likely want Valentine to get through at least one full […]

Courtney Lee Remains Out on Friday

New York Knicks guard Courtney Lee (neck) will not play in Friday's preseason finale versus the Brooklyn Nets. Head coach David Fizdale said there is no timetable for Lee's return yet. There should be an update early next week, but Lee sounds doubtful for the season opener. There is reportedly pain coming from his neck […]

Derrick White Might Only Miss Two Weeks

San Antonio Spurs point guard Derrick White (heel) might only miss two to four weeks, according to head coach Gregg Popovich. White is dealing with a torn plantar fascia and was originally expected to miss 6-8 weeks. The Spurs are optimistic that White can make it back to the court in half that time. Bryn […]

Rudy Gay Could Miss Season Opener

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay (heel) is out on Friday and could miss the season opener. Gay is dealing with an inflamed bursa in his heel and is uncertain to be ready by the regular season. Davis Bertans and Marco Belinelli are going to likely see increased playing time with the loss of Gay. […]

Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart Sitting Out Friday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram (quad) and guard Josh Hart (hamstring) will not play in Friday's preseason contest. Ingram hurt his quad on Wednesday and is not ready to play yet. The injury does not sound serious, but the Lakers want to be cautious. Hart is reportedly getting rest, but only played 10 minutes […]

Maurice Harkless Will Sit Out on Friday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless (knee) is sitting out of Friday's preseason game. This is now twice that Harkless has been called probable, but then did not play. Harkless had a knee issue last season that cost him more time than expected. There is a chance that Harkless is not ready by the regular […]

Mohamed Bamba, Jonathon Simmons Will Play Friday

Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba (wrist) and guard/forward Jonathon Simmons (personal) are both available to play in Friday's preseason game. Terrence Ross (foot) and Timofey Mozgov are also available, but all four players will have a minutes restriction. Bamba's wrist injury is not considered serious, so he should be healthy for the season opener. He's […]