Ersan Ilyasova Could Start Game 2

Philadelphia 76ers forward Ersan Ilyasova may start at center for Game 2 against the Miami Heat on Monday. Amir Johnson drew the start at center for Game 1, but was replaced by Ilyasova in the second half. This move neutralized Heat center Hassan Whiteside, who played just 12 minutes during Game 1. Head coach Erik […]

Maurice Harkless Questionable for Game 2

Portland Trail Blazers small forward Maurice Harkless (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 versus the New Orleans Pelicans. He reportedly ran with resistance bands after Sunday's practice, but it's unclear whether or not Harkless will be able to play on Tuesday. Harkless is still recovering from left knee surgery, but the Blazers continue to […]

Andre Iguodala Expected to Play on Monday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Andre Iguodala (knee) is fully expected to play in Game 2 versus the San Antonio Spurs on Monday. He suffered a minor leg injury and went to the locker room just before the half. Iggy did start in the second half and his playing time would've likely been higher, but the […]

Donovan Mitchell is Questionable for Game 2

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 contest versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. An MRI revealed a bruised left foot and his status for Game 2 will be determined some time on Tuesday. ESPN's Chris Haynes said Mitchell would play in Game 2, and even Mitchell himself downplayed the severity […]

Paul George Practiced on Monday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Paul George (hip) practiced on Monday, but it was non-contact work, according to head coach Billy Donovan. He will be re-evaluated on Monday, but George said he will be ready for Game 2. George dropped 36 points in Game 1 and his absence would be a huge loss to the Thunder. […]

George Hill is Questionable for Game 2

Cleveland Cavaliers guard George Hill (back) is questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 matchup with the Indiana Pacers. He struggled heavily in Game 1, scoring just seven points in 18 minutes. Hill's back reportedly flared up on him during Sunday's loss and that is why he did not see much action in the second half. This […]

Kyle Korver Misses Monday's Practice

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Kyle Korver (foot) did not practice on Monday. He played just four minutes during Sunday's Game 1 versus the Indiana Pacers. Korver was on a minutes limit for Game 1, but his lack of playing time was due to matchup moves by head coach Ty Lue, not because of injury. It sounds […]

Fred VanVleet is Questionable for Game 2

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Washington Wizards. Head coach Dwane Casey said VanVleet was feeling better on Sunday and made it through most of Monday's practice. Kyle Lowry is going to start and see heavy minutes in the playoffs. Delon Wright would serve as the […]

Joel Embiid Won't Play in Game 2

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embidd (face) will not play in Game 2 versus the Miami Heat on Monday. He has cleared concussion protocol, but is still recovering from an orbital fracture. Embiid said there's a "pretty good chance" he'd return for Game 2 or 3, so maybe we see him back in the lineup on […]

Ryan Anderson is Doubtful for Game 1

Houston Rockets forward/center Ryan Anderson (ankle) is doubtful for Game 1 against the Minnesota Timerwolves on Sunday. Head coach Mike D'Antoni said he doesn't think Anderson's ankle is "quite ready" for game action yet. Anderson did do some work in practice on Friday, but it appears the Rockets are going to be cautious with him. […]

Corey Brewer is on Track to Play Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Corey Brewer (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Game 1 matchup with the Utah Jazz. It sounds like Brewer is planning on suiting up, but this could be a game-time decision type of situation. OKC will wait and see how Brewer feels after warming up. He should see roughly 30 […]

Alex Abrines Ruled Out on Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Alex Abrines (concussion) will not play in Sunday's contest against the Utah Jazz. He is still in concussion protocol and did not play in Wednesday's regular season finale. Abrines did not take contact at practice and head coach Billy Donovan did not offer many details on the situation. The Thunder […]

Kyle Korver Will Play in Game 1

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Kyle Korver (foot) will play in Sunday's Game 1 matchup with the Indiana Pacers, according to head coach Ty Lue. Korver is reportedly feeling "much better" after sitting out of Wednesday's regular season finale. He's been dealing with a sore foot for roughly a month now. Korver is only expected to see […]

Malcolm Brogdon Will Have Minute Restrictions

Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (knee) is expected to have a minutes limit in Sunday's Game 1 contest versus the Boston Celtics. "I’ll have minute restrictions this next game, the first game of the playoffs, but I’m going to be able to play a high number of minutes," Brogdon said. Tony Snell is likely going […]

Victor Oladipo Expected to Start on Sunday

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (foot) is expected to start and play his normal amount of minutes in Sunday's Game 1 matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Bojan Bogdanovic (rest), Thaddeus Young (rest), and Oladipo all sat out of Tuesday's regular season finale. It appears that the Pacers were just being cautious with Oladipo and he […]

Amir Johnson Expected to Start on Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Amir Johnson is expected to draw the start at center on Saturday. Head coach Brett Brown confirmed on Friday that Joel Embiid (eye) will not play in Game 1 versus the Miami Heat. There is a chance that Embiid does return during this series. Johnson is expected to join the starting five, […]

JaVale McGee Expected to Start on Saturday

Golden State Warriors center JaVale McGee is expected to draw the start against the San Antonio Spurs for Game 1 on Saturday. However, DFS players should not get too excited about this decision. McGee rarely sees minutes in the 20s and usually does not play more than 12-15 minutes per game. He's been a decent […]

Mike Scott is Questionable for Game 1

Washington Wizards power forward Mike Scott (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Scott took a hit to the head during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's contest. He must pass the NBA's concussion protocol before being cleared to play. Jason Smith and Kelly Oubre would see increased playing time if Scott is […]

Maurice Harkless Ruled Out on Saturday

Portland Trail Blazers small forward Maurice Harkless (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Harkless underwent arthroscopic knee surgery and was given a three-week timetable back on March 27. There is a chance that Harkless does return before the end of this playoff series. He was playing really well […]

Otto Porter Jr. is Questionable on Saturday

Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter Jr. (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Porter went through "some of practice" on Friday, but remains questionable for Game 1 on Saturday. He sat out of Wednesday's regular season finale after suffering a calf strain during Tuesday's contest with Boston. Kelly Oubre would draw the […]

Nick Young and Quinn Cook Looking At Bigger Roles

Golden State Warriors guards Nick Young and Quinn Cook could play a big part in the Warriors rotation this postseason. Both Stephen Curry (knee) and Patrick McCaw (back) are expected to miss the first round of the playoffs. That means the minutes are going to fall onto guys like Young and Cook. During the regular […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Looking At Expanded Role

Washington Wizards guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. is expected to see an expanded role in Washington's rotation. Jodie Meeks (suspension) is obviously not going to play, so Oubre is likely going to be the next man up. During most games this season Oubre sees minutes in the high 20s, but could slide into a 30 minute […]

Fred VanVleet is Questionable on Saturday

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (shoulder) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards. VanVleet has been sore since Wednesday's contest, but is expected to fight through the pain. He did not sit out during the regular season finale on Wednesday, so it'd be surprising to see VanVleet sit out of a playoff […]

Goran Dragic Expected to Play in Game 1

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (knee) is expected to play in Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He sat out of Wednesday's regular season finale, but appears to be ready for Game 1 on Saturday. Dragic said that he is going to feel a little discomfort, but he's going to play through the pain. Dragic […]

Al Horford, Terry Rozier Out on Wednesday

Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (rest) and forward/center Al Horford (rest) will not play against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so it is not surprising to see the Celtics rest their starters. Shane Larkin is expected to draw the start, while Kadeem Allen will back him up. […]

Dario Saric is Probable Against Bucks

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Dario Saric (mouth) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Saric cut his lip and chipped a tooth in Tuesday's victory over the Atlanta Hawks. He collided with John Collins and did not return to the game. It appears Saric will be ready for an important game with Milwaukee. Owners […]

Blake Griffin Won't Play on Wednesday

Detroit Pistons forward/center Blake Griffin (ankle) will not suit up for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Griffin has missed the last eight games at the end of the season, including Wednesday. The Pistons have zero incentive to play Griffin in a meaningless game and risk a setback. Both Griffin and Andre Drummond (Achilles) will […]

Fred VanVleet is Questionable Against Heat

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. He tweaked his back in Sunday's victory over the Magic. He was ruled out of Monday's game versus the Spurs, and this game is basically meaningless for the Heat. Delon Wright would serve as Kyle Lowry's main backup, assuming […]

Goran Dragic is Doubtful on Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said the team is going to be smart in dealing with Dragic's soreness in his knee. It's the regular season finale and the Heat have already locked down a playoff spot, so expect Dragic to rest. […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Ruled Out on Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets point guard Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Dinwiddie will join teammates DeMarre Carroll (hip) and Joe Harris (ankle) on the sidelines in Boston on Wednesday. Caris LeVert and Nik Stauskas should benefit the most from these players being sidelined. Stauskas could be tough to […]