Marcus Smart Set To Play Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is still listed as questionable but is on track to play in Wednesday's contest versus the Lakers, Shams Charania reported on ESPN's "NBA Today." The 30-year-old Smart has missed the last six games with a right ankle sprain. Before being sidelined, he started the Grizzlies first five contests, averaging 5.6 points, 2.8 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and […]

Mike Conley Resting Wednesday Versus Portland

The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that point guard Mike Conley (rest) won't play Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers for rest purposes. The veteran point guard has played in less than 24 minutes in the last three contests. He's averaged 7.4 points, 4.7 assists, and 3.0 rebounds across 11 games this season. While the 37-year-old has the […]

Jamie Jaquez Jr. Out Versus Nuggets

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will not suit up against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports. Jaquez has been out the last two games due to an illness, and the Heat are testing his conditioning before he returns to the lineup. While the 23-year-old is out of the team's rotation […]

Jamal Murray Expected To Suit Up Against Miami On Friday

According to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (concussion) is expected to play versus the Miami Heat on Friday. Murray has missed three straight games after being placed in concussion protocol on November 1st after suffering a concussion versus the Timberwolves. If the 27-year-old's time on the court is limited […]

Draymond Green Available Friday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (knee) will be suiting up for Friday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Green was listed as questionable Friday morning due to a right knee contusion. The 34-year-old has played in all eight Warriors games this season, averaging 8.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.3 blocks in 27.5 minutes. If Green […]

Grant Williams Available For Friday's Matchup With Pacers

Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams (back) will take the court against the Pacers on Friday despite dealing with some lower back soreness earlier in the day. He was initially listed as probable after sustaining the injury during Wednesday's win over the Pistons. With Miles Bridges (knee) out, the 25-year-old is expected to be part of […]

Zion Williamson Ruled Out Friday

According to Orlando Magic beat writer Adam Koffler, New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green announced that power forward Zion Williamson will not play in Friday's game against Orlando because of tightness in his left hamstring. The 24-year-old attempted to participate in the game on Wednesday but temporarily left due to an unspecified injury; however, […]

Aaron Nesmith Unavailable Friday Against Hornets

According to Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star, Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) will miss his third consecutive contest on Friday against Charlotte due to a sprained left ankle. Nesmith suffered the injury during the Pacers' loss to the Pelicans one week ago and has been wearing a walking boot since. During the 25-year-old's absence, second-year players […]

Kevin Love Still Not Ready To Make Season Debut On Friday

According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, Miami Heat forward/center Kevin Love (conditioning) will not be available for Friday's contest against the Denver Nuggets. Love hasn't played in a game this season for personal reasons. He appears close to playing form and could make his season debut versus the Timberwolves on Sunday. Thomas Bryant […]

Rudy Gobert Available For Minnesota On Monday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) is set to play in Monday night's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Gobert has been managing a left ankle sprain but has not missed any games this season. He is currently averaging 10.8 points and 10.3 rebounds early in 2024. If Gobert's playing time is restricted, Naz Reid will […]

Jalen Smith Available Against Jazz

Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. Smith was sidelined during Wednesday's win over Orlando due to a left knee effusion, though he was able to play in Friday's loss to Brooklyn. The 24-year-old has impacted in a limited run off the bench this season. He's averaged 10.2 points […]

Josh Giddey Suiting Up Monday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (illness) will suit up against the Utah Jazz after being listed on the team's injury list early Monday afternoon with a non-COVID illness. In the last three Bulls games, the 22-year-old play has been impressive, averaging 14.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, 7.0 assists and 1.3 steals. If Giddey's minutes are limited, Coby White will […]

John Konchar Ruled Out Monday Versus Nets

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Brooklyn. Konchar will miss his third consecutive contest, battling a contusion in the right quadriceps. The 28-year-old has averaged 5.0 points and 4.7 rebounds in 19.0 minutes this season. His absence is another blow for the team as injuries continue to pile up. […]

Anthony Davis Available Monday Versus Detroit

Jovan Buha from The Athletic has reported that center Anthony Davis (hip) will be available for Monday's matchup with the Pistons. As anticipated, he has been upgraded from probable to available status and will carry on playing despite experiencing right-hip soreness. This issue hasn't affected his performance, as he's currently averaging 31.8 points, 12.2 rebounds, […]

Austin Reaves Suiting Up Monday

According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Los Angeles Lakers forward Austin Reaves (ankle) has been cleared to play against the Detroit Pistons on Monday. The 26-year-old has yet to miss a game this season. He's a starter in any fantasy format, averaging 17.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.2 threes per game to […]

D'Angelo Russell Available Monday

According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell (foot) has been cleared to play for Monday's matchup with the Detroit Pistons. The veteran guard was listed as probable with a right foot contusion earlier in the day, but it appears the injury won't keep him off the court for Monday's contest. He […]

Stephen Curry Unavailable Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (ankle) is ruled out for Saturday's matchup with the Houston Rockets. Curry will miss his third game in a row due to a left ankle strain he suffered against the Clippers on Sunday. Given that it is so early in the season, the Warriors are likely not rushing the […]

De'Anthony Melton Unavailable Saturday

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (back) won't play on Saturday against Houston due to inflammation in his lower back. It will be the third consecutive game he will miss. Melton has played in three games this season after he was limited to 38 contests with the 76ers last season because of a back injury. […]

Andrew Wiggins Probable For Saturday's Matchup With Houston

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (back) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. Wiggins has missed two consecutive contests with a lower back strain. If the 29-year-old can go, he will provide a spark to the Warriors' rotation, as Stephen Curry (ankle) and De'Anthony Melton (back) will be sidelined on Saturday once again. Moses Moody, Brandin […]

CJ McCollum Out At Least Two Weeks

The New Orleans Pelicans announced Friday that guard CJ McCollum (adductor) has a right adductor strain and will miss at least 2-3 weeks. McCollum had already been listed as unavailable for Friday's contest with the Indiana Pacers. With the 33-year-old likely out until mid-November, Jose Alvarado will likely take his place in the starting five. DFS managers […]

Herbert Jones To Miss A Significant Amount Of Time With Shoulder Injury

The New Orleans Pelicans announced Friday that forward Herbert Jones (shoulder) sustained a right shoulder strain and a small low-grade partial-thickness tear in his rotator cuff. His recovery timeframe is approximately 2-4 weeks. Jones's return to play will be based on how he responds to treatment and rehabilitation. The absence of Jones should mean that Jordan Hawkins will […]

Andrew Wiggins Out Wednesday

According to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area, Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (back) is unavailable for Wednesday's contest with the New Orleans Pelicans. Wiggins is dealing with a lower back strain that will keep him out of the lineup for the second consecutive contest. With the 29-year-old missing in action, Moses Moody, […]

Lauri Markkanen Questionable For Thursday's Matchup With San Antonio

According to Tony Jones of The Athletic, Utah Jazz power forward Lauri Markkanen is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. On Tuesday versus Sacramento, Markkanen left the game with back spasms. Despite the setback, he's averaged 18.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in the season's first four games. Fantasy […]

John Konchar Available Wednesday Against Brooklyn

Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports that Memphis Grizzlies guard John Konchar (foot) will suit up against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. Konchar has missed two consecutive contests due to right foot soreness. The Grizzlies are in the front half of a back-to-back set, so his workload will likely be limited. Ja Morant (thigh) was […]

Ja Morant Suiting Up Wednesday Versus Nets

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (thigh) is available to suit up against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. He was listed as questionable earlier today and will return from a one-game absence due to right thigh soreness. The 25-year-old has posted two double-doubles through his first three games, averaging 20.7 […]

Zach Edey Available Wednesday

According to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (calf) will suit up Wednesday versus the Brooklyn Nets and will likely start despite a sore right calf. Edey's rookie season could be off to a better start, as he's averaging only 7.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 0.3 blocks in 16 […]

Sam Hauser Expected To Suit Up Wednesday

Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports that Boston Celtics small forward Sam Hauser (back) will likely be available for Wednesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. He played opening night against the New York Knicks, finishing with 10 points (4-10 FG), five rebounds, and an assist. Hauser was on the court for 24 minutes, coming off the […]

Andrew Wiggins Unavailable Tuesday

Golden State Warriors small forward Andrew Wiggins (back) is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 29-year-old is still dealing with a lower back strain. Sidelined for the first half of the Warriors, back-to-back set Wiggins should be ready for Wednesday's rematch with the Pelicans. Stephen Curry (ankle) and De'Anthony Melton (back) are also […]

Paul George Sidelined Wednesday Against Pistons

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) will not play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the team said George and Joel Embiid (knee) participated in portions of practice today and will be re-assessed later in the week. Fantasy managers should consider George and Embiid questionable for the Sixers […]

Joel Embiid Unavailable Wednesday Versus Detroit

On Wednesday, Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will not suit up against the Detroit Pistons. According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the team said Embiid and Paul George (knee) participated in portions of practice today and will be re-assessed later in the week. The NBA's Most Valuable Player in the 2022-2023 season missed the […]