Damian Lillard Expects to Play Friday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (calf) is expected to play against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Lillard had 29 points, eight assists, five rebounds, two steals and one triple in 32 minutes when he returned to action on Wednesday. He hasn't suffered any setbacks and should be penciled into all lineups going […]

Marco Belinelli Ruled Out Friday

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Marco Belinelli (ankle) has been ruled out of Friday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. This game marks the first time Belinelli has missed a game this season. He's played in each of the Hawks first 41 contests. Tyler Dorsey and Malcolm Delaney are expected to split Belinelli's playing time on Friday. Belinelli […]

Stanley Johnson is Questionable Against Bulls

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Stanley Johnson (hip) is listed as questionable to play against the Chicago Bulls on Saturday. He did not practice on Friday but returned from a five-game absence on Wednesday. He was held scoreless in 20 minutes and finished with five rebounds, one assist and two steals. He appears to have aggravated his […]

Anthony Davis Questionable Against Blazers

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Anthony Davis (ankle) is questionable to play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday. When asked about playing on Friday, Davis said: "I'm feeling a lot better. We'll see when the time comes." It's looking like Davis is headed towards a game-time decision on Friday. Dante Cunningham will likely draw another […]

Gary Harris Ruled Out on Friday

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Gary Harris (personal) has been ruled out of Friday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. According to T.J. McBride, Harris is "back home dealing with personal issues." Luckily, the issues are "nothing that will keep him out an extended amount of time." Harrison Wind reported that Harris may not play on Saturday against […]

Nikola Mirotic Expected to Play Saturday

Chicago Bulls forward Nikola Mirotic (illness) is expected to play against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday. He practiced on Friday after missing the last two games with a stomach bug. He's cooled off since his red-hot start but is still averaging 7.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per contest. It could be his last game with […]

Zach LaVine Will Start on Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (knee) will make his season debut on Saturday against the Detroit Pistons. LaVine will play with the starting unit, but will be on a 20-minute limit. The Bulls will likely keep LaVine on a minutes limit and hold him out of back-to-back contests for the foreseeable future. He will have […]

DeAndre Jordan is Questionable on Saturday

Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (ankle) is questionable to play against the Sacramento Kings on Saturday. Jordan dunked on Skal Labissiere in Thursday's victory and twisted his ankle when he came down on Labissiere's foot. He attempted to return after halftime, but eventually left to the locker room after playing just 11 minutes in […]

Blake Griffin Questionable for Thursday

Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Blake Griffin (concussion) is questionable to play against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. Griffin has missed the last two games, but both him and guard Milos Teodosic (foot) remain questionable heading into Thursday's matchup. Both players are likely heading towards game-time decisions, but the questionable tag means Griffin is at least […]

Milos Teodosic Questionable Against Kings

Los Angeles Clippers guard Milos Teodosic (foot) is questionable to play against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. He's missed three straight games, but the official word from L.A. is questionable for Thursday. The Clippers are already without C.J. Williams (ankle), so having Teodosic would be a significant benefit. A return from Teodosic means Jawun Evans would […]

C.J. Williams Out on Thursday

Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard C.J. Williams (ankle) will not play against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. Williams left the arena on crutches after Wednesday's victory over the Golden State Warriors. It's unclear how long Williams could be out, but it will mean more minutes for Jawun Evans and Tyrone Wallace. Lou Williams could see […]

George Hill Expected to Play Thursday

Sacramento Kings guard George Hill (personal) has rejoined the Kings after missing two games due to the birth of his child. Hill is expected to play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. The return of Hill should mean less minutes for guys like De'Aaron Fox, Garrett Temple, Buddy Hield and Bogdan Bogdanovic. The Kings […]

Kawhi Leonard Ruled Out Thursday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Kawhi Leonard (shoulder) will not play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. Not too much information is known about Leonard's injury, but this will be his third straight game on the sidelines. Hopefully head coach Gregg Popovich will address the issue and give a timetable for Leonard's return. Rudy Gay […]

Tony Parker Won't Play Thursday

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (ankle) will not suit up versus the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. He sprained his ankle in the fourth quarter of Monday's victory over the Sacramento Kings. The Spurs tend to handle their older players with more caution, so it's not surprising to see Parker sitting this one […]

Danny Green Ruled Out Thursday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Danny Green (groin) has been ruled out against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. He was originally listed as questionable but now has been ruled out well before game time. This will mark Green's fifth straight game on the sidelines, but he'll get another chance to play on Saturday versus the […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. Questionable on Friday

New York Knicks guard/forward Tim Hardaway Jr. (leg) is listed as questionable to play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday. Head coach Jeff Hornacek said it was "unclear" whether or not Hardaway would suit up against the 'Wolves. He scrimmaged for the second straight day on Thursday, but there is no clear indication when he'll […]

Kyle Lowry Doubtful on Thursday

Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (tailbone) is doubtful to play against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday. The team hasn't officially ruled him out but are preparing to be without him versus the Cavs. If Lowry doesn't return on Thursday, then there is a good chance he misses Saturday's game against the Warriors, too. Delon […]

Tarik Black Ruled Out Friday

Houston Rockets forward/center Tarik Black (eye) will miss Friday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Black was wearing thick sunglasses after Wednesday's contest and it's unclear how long he'll be out. Nene Hilario (knee) won't play travel with the Rockets for their upcoming two-game road trip. That means Clint Capela will be seeing plenty of playing […]

Amir Johnson Ruled Out Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Amir Johnson (illness) has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Boston Celtics. This is the Sixers only game of the week, so Johnson will have plenty of time to rest up. The Sixers don't play again until Monday against the Toronto Raptors. Joel Embiid is healthy, so Johnson would've seen […]

Milos Teodosic Ruled Out Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers guard Milos Teodosic (foot) will not play against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Earlier in the week, Teodosic said he was hopeful to return either Wednesday or Thursday. He'll now miss his third game in a row but has a chance to play against the Kings on Thursday. Lou Williams and […]

Blake Griffin Won't Play Wednesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Blake Griffin (concussion) will not play against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Griffin said on Tuesday that he was not expecting to play in Wednesday's contest. The Clippers next game is on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings. There is a chance that Griffin clears concussion protocol before that contest. Wesley […]

Stephen Curry is Out on Wednesday

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (ankle) will not play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The injury happened at practice on Wednesday when Curry slipped and fell and sprained his right ankle. It's the same ankle that sidelined him for 11 games in December, but the team doesn't believe it's too serious. […]

Otto Porter Probable Against Jazz

Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter (hip, back) is probable to play against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday. Head coach Scott Brooks said on Tuesday that Porter would be back out there on Wednesday. The probable tag is likely just in case Porter suffers a setback before tip-off. Owners can go ahead and pencil Porter into […]

Kyle Lowry Questionable for Thursday

Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry (tailbone) is listed as questionable in the game notes for Thursday's contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Lowry was forced to miss Monday's game but could be back in action on Thursday. This info is from the game notes, so there should be a more reliable update after shootaround on […]

Jeff Teague Questionable Against OKC

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague (knee) is questionable to suit up against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. Teague said, "I feel all right" after Wednesday's shootaround, but he is likely headed towards a game-time decision. Teague has missed seven games in a row but appears to be on the verge of returning to […]

Tyler Johnson Questionable on Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to play against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. The Heat won't have a shootaround on Wednesday, so Johnson is likely going to be a game-time decision. Johnson said his shoulder flared up on him during shootaround on Tuesday. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so […]

Myles Turner Out Next Two Games

Indiana Pacers forward/center Myles Turner (elbow) will miss at least the next two games for the Pacers. Turner will be inactive against the Miami Heat on Wednesday as well as Friday's contest against Cleveland. Domantas Sabonis will move into the starting five for the next few games. He's someone worth thinking about in DFS and […]

Nikola Mirotic Doubtful on Wednesday

Chicago Bulls forward Nikola Mirotic (illness) is doubtful to play against the New York Knicks on Wednesday. He did not go through shootaround, and it's looking like Mirotic will miss his second game in a row. The Bulls have just one more game until Jan. 15 (when Mirotic can be traded), so he may have […]

Derrick Rose Out for Road Trip

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Derrick Rose (ankle) has been ruled out for the Cavs upcoming two-game road trip. Rose will not play in Thursday's contest with Toronto or Friday against Indiana. Rose is getting close but is not quite ready yet. There is a chance that Rose is able to play on Jan. 15 when […]

Kevin Durant Will Play Against Clippers

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (calf) will play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. Durant will be returning from a three-game absence, but the Warriors won all three contests without him. There is no word on any minutes limit for Durant on Wednesday. Owners should be able to confidently deploy Durant in a […]