Elfrid Payton Headed to Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns have acquired point guard Elfrid Payton from the Orlando Magic in exchange for a second-round pick. The Magic have been reportedly looking to dump Payton's salary for quite some time. Payton will likely be starting next to Devin Booker. Tyler Ulis and Josh Gray will lose minutes and value with this move. […]

Kings Add Iman Shumpert, Joe Johnson At The Deadline

The Sacramento Kings agreed to a three-team trade that sends guard George Hill to the Cavs in exchange for guard/forwards Iman Shumpert and Joe Johnson. According to NBA reporter David Aldridge, the Kings will seek a buyout with Johnson. He was moved from Utah to Sacramento but does not fit in the Kings system. Multiple teams […]

Cavs Acquire George Hill and Rodney Hood

The Cleveland Cavaliers added veteran guard George Hill and guard/forward Rodney Hood in a three-team trade. The Cavs moved guards Iman Shumpert, Derrick Rose and forward Jae Crowder in this deal. Hood was playing well off the bench in Utah before this trade. He does not gain any value from this move to Cleveland, but there […]

Derrick Rose, Jae Crowder Headed to Utah

The Utah Jazz have acquired Cleveland Cavaliers guard Derrick Rose and forward Jae Crowder in a three-way trade. Guard/forward Rodney Hood is headed to Cleveland, while veteran forward Joe Johnson is moved to Sacramento. According to Shams Charania, the Jazz are likely going to release Rose. He does not fit the system in Utah and […]

Jonathon Simmons is Questionable for Thursday

Orlando Magic guard/forward Jonathon Simmons (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He played through the ankle issue on Tuesday and scored a career-high 34 points in the victory over the Cavs. He did say that he was "very close" to not playing, so maybe he decides to sit out […]

Dwyane Wade Ruled Out on Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dwyane Wade (rest) will not play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. This is not surprising news, as Wade is often rested in the second game of a back-to-back set. He seemed fine during Tuesday's contest and should be ready on Friday versus Atlanta. Kyle Korver and Derrick Rose will see increased […]

Devin Booker Ruled Out Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (hip, rib) has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. This will be his second straight game sidelined, but he was not expected to be ready to suit up yet. Booker is taking his injury day by day but is hopeful to still be part of […]

Marco Belinelli Ruled Out Thursday

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Marco Belinelli will not travel with the team for their game against the Orlando Magic on Thursday. He was held out of Tuesday's game due to ongoing trade discussions. The trade deadline is Feb. 8, so Belinelli has likely played his last game with Atlanta. He'll likely be moved to a contender, […]

Harrison Barnes is Questionable for Thursday

Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Barnes was able to practice on Wednesday, which is an encouraging sign regarding his status for Thursday. Owners will likely have to wait until Thursday for another update, but if Barnes returns, Dwight Powell will move back […]

Victor Oladipo Will Play Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (illness) will play against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday. He is expected to return from a one-game absence on Wednesday. Oladipo's return means Lance Stephenson will move back to the second unit and Bojan Bogdanovic's usage will take a hit. Oladipo is not expected to have any minutes limit […]

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Caris LeVert Ruled Out

Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (groin) and guard Caris LeVert (knee, concussion) have been ruled out of Wednesday's contest against the Detroit Pistons. Quincy Acy (finger) is questionable and could be in danger of joining his teammates on the sidelines. Joe Harris should be looking at another start and heavy minutes coming his way. Both […]

Quincy Acy is Questionable on Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Quincy Acy (finger) is questionable to play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. Acy sat out of Tuesday's game, which resulted in DeMarre Carroll moving to power forward and Joe Harris starting at small forward. It'll likely be the same again if Acy is forced out of action on Wednesday. Harris could […]

Wayne Ellington is Questionable Against Houston

Miami Heat guard/forward Wayne Ellington (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. It is unclear how Ellington suffered this injury, but the Heat could be very thin on the wings Wednesday. Ellington and Justise Winslow (illness) are both listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest. If both players sit out of Wednesday's game, […]

Justise Winslow is Questionable on Wednesday

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Houston Rockets. He left Tuesday's practice early and is likely headed towards a game-time decision on Wednesday. Tyler Johnson, James Johnson and Derrick Jones would see extended playing time if Winslow is unable to suit up against Houston. Owners should check back during pre-game warmups for […]

Kelly Olynyk Doubtful on Wednesday

Miami Heat forward/center Kelly Olynyk (shoulder) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Olynyk played just seven minutes during Monday's contest before exiting. Bam Adebayo picked up a majority of Olynyk's minutes. He finished with 18 points, 10 boards, one assist, one steal and two blocks over 26 minutes. There is a chance […]

John Henson Ruled Out Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center John Henson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the New York Knicks. Henson has been dealing with some discomfort in his hamstring after tweaking it in Sunday's win over Brooklyn. Thon Maker will jump into the starting five with Henson inactive on Tuesday. Newly acquired Tyler Zeller could join […]

Frank Ntilikina is Questionable Against Bucks

New York Knicks point guard Frank Ntilikina (knee) is questionable to play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. The Knicks have listed him as questionable, but Ntilikina said he was hopeful to play. The rookie admitted that his knee has been bothering him for about a month. Trey Burke will take over as the main […]

Dragan Bender Will Start on Tuesday

Phoenix Suns forward/center Dragan Bender will draw the start against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Marquese Chriss will be back in action after serving a one-game suspension on Sunday. Head coach Jay Triano said the move to keep Bender in the starting lineup was not punishment for Chriss. Triano believes Bender provides a better […]

Devin Booker Ruled Out Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (hip) has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He is not expected to be ready to play Wednesday versus San Antonio, but he has not been officially ruled out for that contest. Tyler Ulis will draw the start for Booker against the Lakers on Tuesday. […]

Seth Curry Will Miss Rest of the Season

Dallas Mavericks guard Seth Curry (leg) will miss the rest of the season, according to Adrian Wojnarowski. Curry will have season-ending surgery of his left tibia. He has not logged in a single minute for the Mavs during the 2017-2018 season. It has been a completely lost season for Curry, but he is expected to […]

Jonathon Simmons is Questionable on Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard/forward Jonathon Simmons (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He tweaked his ankle during the go-ahead basket in the final minute of Monday's victory over the Miami Heat. The Magic will already be without Aaron Gordon (hip), Terrence Ross (leg), and Jonathan Isaac (ankle) on Tuesday. Mario Hezonja, Arron […]

Tyler Zeller Expected to Play Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Tyler Zeller is expected to play against the New York Knicks on Tuesday. The Nets traded Zeller in exchange for Rashad Vaughn and a future second-round pick. Head coach Joe Prunty said Zeller will likely debut Tuesday, but both Vaughn and Zeller must pass their physicals before game time. Zeller will see […]

Matthew Dellavedova Expected to Miss 3-4 Weeks

Milwaukee Bucks guard Matthew Dellavedova (ankle) is expected to miss three to four weeks due to a Grade 3 ankle sprain. He injured his ankle on Sunday against Brooklyn and was sent back to Milwaukee for further examination. The Bucks are dangerously thin at guard with Delly and Malcolm Brogdon (knee) out for the foreseeable […]

Dwyane Wade Questionable Against Orlando

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dwyane Wade (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Orlando Magic. Wade missed shootaround and a pair of games last week due to personal reasons. J.R. Smith benefited the most when Wade was not in the rotation. Kyle Korver and Derrick Rose are expected to see increased minutes off the bench […]

Marcus Morris is On Track to Play Tuesday

Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris (hip) is on track to return to action against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Head coach Brad Stevens said Morris will participate in shootaround and "the hope is" Morris will be able to play against Toronto. He's missed each of the last two games, but appears close to returning. Boston […]

Kyrie Irving Expects to Play Tuesday

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving (quadriceps) says he will play against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. He has missed three straight games due to a quad injury but expects to play on Tuesday. There is no indication on whether or not the Celtics will have Irving on a minutes limit. Terry Rozier will move back […]

Eric Gordon is Probable for Tuesday

Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. He spent the last two games on the sidelines with a back issue, but is expected to rejoin the rotation on Tuesday. The return of Gordon will cut into Gerald Green's minutes and will lower his value. Owners should […]

Wilson Chandler is Probable Against Hornets

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Wilson Chandler (illness) is probable to play in Monday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He did not go through shootaround, but did play 24 minutes in Saturday's victory over Golden State. Chandler has not played well lately, but maybe his illness is a factor. He's expected to play on Monday, but Will […]

Marvin Williams is Doubtful on Monday

Charlotte Hornets forward Marvin Williams (ankle) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Williams has already missed three games in a row. He said he does not have a return date in mind, so expect him to continue watching from the sideline. Frank Kaminsky has played well in two of his three starts […]

Donovan Mitchell is Probable Monday

Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) is probable for Monday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He had the weekend to rest after missing Saturday's contest against San Antonio. Mitchell is expected to replace Aaron Gordon (hip) is the dunk contest. Assuming Mitchell plays on Monday, he'll be a great fantasy option after dropping 40 […]