Jazz Go With Three Big Men In Starting Five

The Utah Jazz have decided to go big for their season opener. They've decided to put Jarred Vanderbilt, Kelly Olynyk and Lauri Markkanen all in the starting five together for this contest. It'll be interesting to see how this strategy works for them. It's a rebuilding year in Utah, so they will likely frequently shake […]

Darius Garland Won't Return To Wednesday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (eye) won't return to Wednesday's season opener versus the Toronto Raptors. The 22-year-old took a hard shot to the eye and was helped to the locker room. There was some concern that this was going to be a concussion, but it appears to be a left eye issue. He'll sit […]

Maxi Kleber Available For Season Opener

Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (illness) will be available for Wednesday's season opener against the Phoenix Suns. The 30-year-old is dealing with a minor illness, but it won't be enough to hold him out of this contest. He recently signed a three-year $33 million extension with the organization. The expectation is that Kleber is going […]

Cody Martin Exits During Wednesday's Game

Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (quad) was forced to exit early during Wednesday's season opener. The 27-year-old left in the first quarter and didn't return to the contest. At the moment, Martin should be considered day-to-day with a sore left quad. This is a shame after Martin missed time in the preseason due to a […]

Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr. Starting In Season Opener

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray and forward Michael Porter Jr. are in the starting lineup for Wednesday's season opener against the Utah Jazz. Both players will be returning after lost seasons in 2022. It'll be interesting to see how the Nuggets handle their playing time going forward. The expectation is that both players will be […]

Zach LaVine Could Miss Season Opener

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (knee) is currently listed as questionable for Wednesday's season opener against the Miami Heat. The 27-year-old continues to work his way back from arthroscopic knee surgery back in May. The expectation was that LaVine wouldn't be restricted to begin the season. However, the Bulls are going to be extremely cautious […]

Kevin Huerter Gets Through Tuesday's Practice

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) was a full participant during Tuesday's practice. The 24-year-old is expected to suit up for the season opener on Wednesday. He has been dealing with ankle soreness, but it shouldn't be bad enough to hold him out of this game. Malik Monk would benefit the most, assuming Huerter is […]

Keegan Murray Remains Away From The Team

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray is currently away from the organization. The rookie forward has been away from the team since October 15 due to health and safety protocols. Head coach Mike Brown mentioned he wants to get the 22-year-old some practice time before getting him into real game action. That being said, KZ Okpala […]

Klay Thompson, Draymond Green Likely To Be Limited

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson and forward Draymond Green are expected to be somewhat limited during Tuesday' season opener. Neither player is dealing with an injury, but the team doesn't want to push it. Head coach Steve Kerr mentioned that Thompson and Green are unlikely to exceed 30 minutes during Tuesday's game against the […]

Anthony Davis To Start On Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (back) is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's season opener against the Golden State Warriors. The superstar center is dealing with lower back soreness, but it won't be enough to keep him out of the lineup. The Lakers will be without Thomas Bryant (thumb) for the foreseeable future. That […]

Russell Westbrook To Start In Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook will move into the starting five for Tuesday's season opener against the Golden State Warriors. Head coach Darvin Ham mentioned that Westbrook could come off the bench. Ultimately, Ham decided to start Westbrook, but things could change depending on how he performs. He'll start alongside Patrick Beverley, Lonnie Walker […]

Michael Thomas, Jarvis Landry Miss Tuesday's Practice

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (foot) and Jarvis Landry (ankle) were unable to practice on Tuesday. This is not good news with the Saints having a quick turnaround on Thursday Night against the Arizona Cardinals. The expectation is that neither Thomas or Landry will be ready in time for that game. Luckily, Chris […]

Keenan Allen Likely To Practice This Week

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (hamstring) is on pace to practice this week, according to head coach Brandon Staley. The 30-year-old has played in only one game this season as he continues to deal with a lingering hamstring issue. The Chargers have been playing it extremely cautious with Allen. This is obviously a […]

Russell Wilson Considered Day-To-Day

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (hamstring) is considered day-to-day after an MRI exam on Tuesday. The 33-year-old suffered a hamstring injury during Monday's overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. It sounds like the team is going to wait and see how Wilson feels throughout the week. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable for the […]

DeSean Jackson Joins Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens have signed free-agent wide receiver DeSean Jackson to their practice squad. The 35-year-old is not ready to call it a career and might still have a little left in the tank. He hauled in 20 receptions for 454 yards and two touchdowns between the Las Vegas Raiders and Los Angeles Rams last […]

Dustin Hopkins To Miss Time

Los Angeles Chargers kicker Dustin Hopkins (hamstring) was clearly battling through an injury during Monday's game against the Denver Broncos. Despite that, Hopkins made all of his field goal attempts in the win. However, the Chargers expect Hopkins to miss 2-4 weeks of action due to his hamstring issue. There is a chance he lands […]

Joshua Kelley To Miss Multiple Weeks

Los Angeles Chargers running back Joshua Kelley (knee) is expected to miss multiple weeks of action, according to head coach Brandon Staley. The 24-year-old sprained his MCL during Monday's game against the Denver Broncos. Kelley was the primary backup to Austin Ekeler in Los Angeles. Now, Sony Michel and Isaiah Spiller should have bigger roles […]

Cameron Johnson Doesn't Sign Extension

Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson was unable to come to terms on an extension with the organization. That being said, Johnson will become a restricted free agent after this season. The 26-year-old is expected to have a bigger role in Phoenix this season with Jae Crowder no longer around. Johnson was productive last season and […]

Dennis Schroder To Miss Multiple Weeks

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (thumb) is expected to miss the next 3-4 weeks of action. The veteran guard will miss the beginning of the season as he undergoes surgery on his injured thumb. That being said, the Lakers are expected to use a committee approach to split up Schroder's playing time. Russell Westbrook, […]

Zion Williamson Determined To Play On Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (ankle) was limited during Sunday's practice. However, the superstar forward is determined to get on the court for the season opener on Wednesday. The 22-year-old is dealing with a sprained left ankle, but it doesn't appear to be painful enough to keep Williamson off the court. The oft-injured forward […]

De'Andre Hunter Signs Four-Year Extension

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter has signed a four-year extension with the organization. It came down to the wire as the two sides had until Monday evening to come to an agreement on Hunter's rookie scale extension. The 24-year-old will receive a four-year deal worth $95 million, which could end up being a bargain for […]

Russell Westbrook Tagged As Probable For Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (hamstring) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's season opener against the Golden State Warriors. The veteran guard has been dealing with a lingering hamstring issue. Luckily, it sounds like Westbrook is feeling good enough to suit up for this contest. The expectation is that he'll split up the […]

Thomas Bryant Will Miss Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers center Thomas Bryant (thumb) won't suit up for the season opener on Tuesday. The injuries continue to pile up for Bryant, which is a real shame. The 25-year-old does have potential, but his career has been derailed by injuries. Hopefully, Bryant won't miss much time from this thumb sprain. In the meantime, […]

Marquez Callaway Quiet In Loss

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marquez Callaway was expected to have a bigger role with the team limited at wideout on Sunday. The 24-year-old hauled in three of his seven targets for 36 yards in the loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. This is not the type of result the team wanted with Callaway having an […]

Bryce Hall To Be Available At The Trade Deadline

New York Jets defensive back Bryce Hall is reportedly going to be available at the trade deadline. The 24-year-old has seen reduced snaps with the additions of DJ Reed and Sauce Gardner to this defense. Last season, Hall finished with 79 tackles and 16 passes defended in 17 games with the Jets. However, the team […]

Mac Jones To Start When Healthy

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (ankle) is going to start when healthy, according to head coach Bill Belichick. He still wasn't ready to play in Week 6, which forced Bailey Zappe to make another start. The hope is that Jones will be ready in Week 7, but the team is taking it day-by-day right […]

Dak Prescott Plans To Play In Week 7

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (thumb) plans to make his return to the field during next week's matchup against the Detroit Lions. The 29-year-old hasn't played since Week 1, but has been steadily making progress. Prescott mentions the plan is for him to start against in Week 7, but he needs to wait and see […]

Juwan Johnson Hauls In Four Receptions

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson saw more involvement than expected during Sunday's Week 6 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. He has been fairly quiet on the season, but the Saints needed Johnson more than ever before with the team extremely limited on offense. Johnson hauled in four of his six targets for 41 […]

Tre'Quan Smith Snags All Three Targets

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith was asked to pick up the slack with the team shorthanded on Sunday. The Saints were without three of their top wide receivers for Sunday's Week 6 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals. Smith hauled in all three of his targets for 43 yards and a touchdown in the […]

Taysom Hill Gets Involved In Week 6

New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill was a frequent part of the offensive gameplan during Sunday's Week 6 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. He completed 2-of-4 passing attempts for 16 yards, also adding five carries for 39 yards on the ground in the loss. The Saints have limited weapons on offense right now, so […]