Jimmy Butler Will Play on Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (rest) will return to the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Butler sat out of Wednesday's contest due to general soreness. It's unclear whether Butler actually has soreness or if he's just frustrated that the Wolves have not traded him yet. Josh Okogie will return to […]

Dwyane Wade, Tyler Johnson Miss Practice on Friday

Miami Heat guards Dwyane Wade (head) and Tyler Johnson (illness) did not participate in shootaround on Friday. However, head coach Erik Spoelstra expects both players to be ready for Saturday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Neither player has much fantasy value outside of deeper leagues. Fantasy owners should expect both players to be ready by […]

Hassan Whiteside Expected to Play on Saturday

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (head) is expected to play on Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks. He was not able to practice on Thursday, but is still on track to play in Saturday's contest. Kelly Olynyk and Bam Adebayo would see increased playing time if Whiteside does sit out. Olynyk would be the better fantasy […]

Travis Kelce Should Crush Cleveland in Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been one of the most reliable tight ends this season. Kelce has caught at least five passes in each week besides Week 1. He has a significant role in the Chiefs passing attack. The Browns secondary is average when it comes to covering tight ends. Kelce should […]

Sammy Watkins is Strong WR2 Against Browns

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins posted 107 receiving yards and two touchdowns against the Broncos in Week 8. Tyreek Hill (groin) could be limited this week, which would mean big numbers for Watkins. The Browns have allowed the fifth most points to receivers this season, according to Yahoo. Watkins has proven himself to […]

Tyreek Hill A WR1 for Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (groin) was downgraded to limited on Thursday. Hill has been dealing with a groin issue, but it doesn't sound like that is going to keep him out of this Week 9 matchup. Hill is facing a Browns defense that has allowed the fifth most receiving yards to receivers […]

Kareem Hunt Has Fantastic Matchup in Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt has 10 touchdowns through eight games this season. He's seemingly finding the end zone each and every week. Hunt has been reliable in both the run and passing attack for the Chiefs this season. He's heading into a matchup with the Browns who have allowed a league-high 10 […]

Patrick Mahomes Unlikely to be Stopped by Browns

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has thrown four touchdowns in each of his last three games. Mahomes has thrown for over 300 yards per game every single week besides Week 1. He's looking like the front-runner for MVP at the moment, but could face some difficulties against the Browns. Cleveland has given up the […]

Dwight Howard Will Start on Friday

Washington Wizards center Dwight Howard (back) will start against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday. Howard is still dealing with some discomfort, but is able to take the court. It's unclear at the moment whether or not Howard will be under a minutes limit. The Wizards are likely going to be cautious with Howard because […]

Markieff Morris Returns to Practice

Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris (concussion) returned to practice on Thursday. He sat out of Tuesday's game, but it sounds like he'll be ready to play Friday versus the Thunder. Jeff Green and Jason Smith would lose playing time and value with Morris back in the rotation. Neither player is worth using in any fantasy […]

Goran Dragic Doesn't Practice on Thursday

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (foot) did not practice on Thursday. He's currently dealing with a foot/toe issue, but it's unclear how he suffered the injury. The Heat don't play until Saturday, so maybe Dragic will be fine by then. Tyler Johnson would likely draw the start if Dragic is forced out of action. Fantasy […]

James Harden is Doubtful for Friday

Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (hamstring) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Head coach Mike D'Antoni said Harden is doubtful for Friday, but Harden could return for the next game. Harden went through practice on Thursday, but it doesn't sound like he's 100 percent ready yet. Eric Gordon is expected to […]

Hassan Whiteside Doesn't Practice on Thursday

Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (head) did not practice on Thursday. Whiteside is dealing with a migraine, but the Heat are off until Saturday. Hopefully some rest is all that Whiteside needs. Kelly Olynyk and Bam Adebayo would see increased playing time and usage if Whiteside is forced to the sideline. Olynyk has more fantasy […]

Jimmy Butler Intends to Play on Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (personal) plans to play against the Golden State Warriors on Friday. Butler said that he needed to rest on Wednesday due to general soreness. It's unclear whether he sat out due to soreness or just because he's frustrated that the Wolves have not traded him yet. He's expected to play […]

De'Aaron Fox is Probable for Thursday

Sacramento Kings point guard De'Aaron Fox (back) is probable for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Fox managed to play 31 minutes on Tuesday despite a back issue. He's been fantastic this season and it sounds like he can play through the back discomfort. Fantasy owners should expect Fox to be out there on Thursday, […]

Jaylen Brown is Questionable for Thursday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. It sounds like Brown has plantar fasciitis which could continue to be a lingering issue for him. The Celtics may decide to take the cautious approach and rest Brown on Thursday. Fantasy owners probably won't get an official answer until […]

Wilson Chandler Remains Out on Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Wilson Chandler (hamstring) has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Head coach Brett Brown hinted on Monday that Chandler was getting close to a return. However, Chandler still remains without a timetable. The Sixers are expected to ease him back into things once he's cleared to play. […]

Jeff Teague Won't Play on Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Teague bumped knees with LeBron James on Monday and currently has a left knee contusion. He is scheduled for an MRI, so the Timberwolves should have a better idea about the injury soon. Derrick Rose and Tyus Jones will […]

Jabari Parker Will Start on Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward Jabari Parker will draw the start at power forward for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Chandler Hutchison will head back to the bench after doing basically nothing during his 23 minutes as starter on Monday. Bobby Portis (knee) and Lauri Markkanen (elbow) are both sidelined. Parker's value is trending up with […]

Andrew Wiggins Listed as Questionable Against Jazz

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Andrew Wiggins (quad) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Head coach Tom Thibodeau said Wiggins should be ready for Wednesday's contest. Jeff Teague (knee) and Jimmy Butler (personal) are sidelined for this one. Assuming Wiggins plays, he's going to have heavy usage and be someone worth targeting […]

Jae Crowder is Probable on Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Jae Crowder (ankle) is available to play in Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He's listed as probable, but expected to be fine. Derrick Favors (knee) is expected to play, so Crowder will resume his role off the bench in Utah. Crowder won't have much DFS value, but standard league owners can […]

Josh Jackson Should Start on Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Josh Jackson is expected to draw the start at shooting guard on Wednesday versus the San Antonio Spurs. Devin Booker (hamstring) has been ruled out for the third straight game. Isaiah Canaan (ankle) is sitting out as well, so Jackson and Elie Okobo will most likely jump into the starting five. Jackson […]

Elie Okobo Expected to Start on Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo is expected to start at point guard on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Isaiah Canaan (ankle) is sitting this one out and it's unclear how long he'll be sidelined. Okobo played fantastic on Sunday and he should see more work with Devin Booker (hamstring) out as well on Wednesday. […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Will Play Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (concussion) has cleared the concussion protocol and will play on Thursday against the Boston Celtics. He was able to fully practice on Wednesday, so it sounds like he will be good to go. Ersan Ilyasova will move back to the bench and resume his normal role in the rotation.

Jimmy Butler Won't Play on Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (personal) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Butler is reportedly refusing to play in an attempt to force Minnesota to trade him. This sounds like Butler is going to sit out until he's out of Minnesota. That is not good news for fantasy owners because it's unclear […]

Derrick Favors Available on Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward/center Derrick Favors (knee) is available to play in Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Favors is available to play, but he hasn't be officially announced back in the starting lineup. Assuming Favors plays, Jae Crowder would move back to the bench. Georges Niang would lose almost all his minutes and value.

Anthony Davis is Questionable on Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (elbow) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Davis looked good during shootaround, according to Will Guillory. The Pelicans are likely going to wait until closer to tip-off before announcing whether or not Davis will play. Julius Randle and Nikola Mirotic would see increased playing time […]

Dirk Nowitzki is Not Close to Returning

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dirk Nowitzki (ankle) said he's measuring his return in weeks, not days. That's not an encouraging sign from the 40-year-old veteran. Harrison Barnes and DeAndre Jordan are going to remain in the starting five for the foreseeable future. Dwight Powell and Maxi Kleber will likely lose some playing time once Nowitzki returns. […]

Josh Reynolds is TD-Dependent Option

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Josh Reynolds scored two touchdowns in the victory over the Packers in Week 8. He caught three passes for 42 yards and two TDs, but could lose most of his fantasy value this week. Cooper Kupp (knee) is questionable to play, so Reynolds would lose basically all his value once […]

Robert Woods Should Get Back on Track in Week 9

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods has been held to fewer than 80 yards in each of his last two games. However, he heads into a matchup against the Saints who have allowed the most fantasy points to wide receivers this season, according to Yahoo. They've allowed 100 yards and a touchdown to six […]