Dante Exum Out of Action Against Pacers

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) won't be available for Wednesday's matchup against the Indiana Pacers. This comes as little surprise, as Exum continues to deal with a right knee issue and has yet to make his season debut. Health problems also limited him to just 20 appearances during the 2024-25 campaign, when he averaged […]

Jakob Poeltl Sidelined on Wednesday

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) is unavailable for Wednesday's matchup with the Houston Rockets. Poeltl has been dealing with a back issue since the preseason. He was unable to finish Monday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs due to lower back tightness. Poeltl has disappointed many fantasy managers so far this campaign, posting averages of 6.5 […]

Josh Giddey Set to Suit Up Monday

According to The Bigs Media reporter Drew Stevens, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (finger) is available to suit up against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday. However, Giddey has been dealing with a finger sprain in his shooting hand that could impact his performance this evening. The talented playmaker has averaged 20.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and […]

Caris LeVert Sidelined Again on Monday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Caris LeVert (hamstring) will remain sidelined against the Cleveland Cavaliers after carrying a questionable tag earlier on Monday. LeVert hasn't played since the season opener, where he registered eight points, two assists, one rebound, and one steal in 21 minutes. His next chance to suit up is on Wednesday versus the Magic. While LeVert […]

Marcus Sasser Unavailable Monday

Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (hip) is unavailable for Monday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. A right hip injury has kept Sasser out of the lineup so far this season, with his next chance to suit up coming Wednesday versus the Magic. The 25-year-old averaged 6.6 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 14.2 minutes […]

Jaxson Hayes Sidelined Again on Monday

Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports that Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (knee) will miss his third consecutive contest on Monday versus the Portland Trail Blazers. The 25-year-old big man has been out of action due to a sore knee and is considered day-to-day. Hayes could be back in action on Wednesday in Minnesota […]

Marcus Smart Out Against Portland

According to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register, Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (quadriceps) won't suit up against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday. The 31-year-old suffered a right quadriceps contusion during Sunday's 127-120 win over the Kings, finishing with 11 points, three rebounds, and five assists in 31 minutes. Gabe Vincent (ankle) […]

Gabe Vincent Sidelined on Monday

Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports that Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (ankle) will be unavailable for Monday's matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers after sustaining a left ankle sprain in Sunday's 127-120 win over the Kings. Marcus Smart (quadriceps) will also sit out with a right quadriceps contusion. With a significantly […]

Luguentz Dort Questionable for Thursday Versus Pacers

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. Dort sustained a left ankle sprain during the team's season opener on Tuesday. Despite the setback during the contest, the 26-year-old logged six points, six rebounds, five assists, and one steal across 45 minutes during the 125-124 double-overtime […]

Alex Caruso Placed in Concussion Protocol Wednesday

On Wednesday, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso has been placed in concussion protocol. Caruso sustained a concussion during the season-opening 125-124 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. He registered eight points, two rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block across 30 minutes in a double-overtime thriller. While […]

Mike Conley Moves to Bench to Start Season

NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports that Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley will begin the new season coming off the bench. Dante DiVincenzo will be the starting floor general for Wednesday's matchup with the Portland Trail Blazers and beyond. Last season across 71 games, Conley averaged 8.2 points, 4.5 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.1 steals in […]

Donte DiVincenzo Opening Season as a Starter

According to NBA reporter Chris Haynes, guard Donte DiVincenzo has been named to the starting five for the Minnesota Timberwolves to open the 2025-26 season on Wednesday. DiVincenzo replaces 38-year-old Mike Conley as the team's starting point guard. Conley will remain a crucial component for Minnesota, but will now come off the bench. Across 62 […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Dowgraded to Probable on Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo has been added to the injury report and is listed as probable for Wednesday's matchup with the Washington Wizards due to lower back soreness. Fantasy managers shouldn't be overly concerned about the star forward's status, as he is still expected to take the floor this evening. The 30-year-old averaged 30.4 points, 11.9 […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Upgraded to Questionable For Season Opener

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, New York Knicks center/forward Karl-Anthony Towns (quadriceps) has been upgraded to questionable heading into Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. His status for the team's season opener has now changed repeatedly, shifting from questionable to doubtful and back again. Fantasy managers have to hope that the 29-year-old isn't dealing […]

De'Aaron Fox Sidelined For Spurs Season Opener

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (hamstring) won't suit up for Wednesday's season opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Fox has been dealing with a right hamstring strain since late September and also underwent surgery on his left pinkie finger back in March. The veteran guard will likely return to the floor in early November if […]

Kevon Looney Unavailable For Season Opener Versus Memphis

New Orleans Pelicans center Kevon Looney (knee) won't be available to suit up for the team's season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday. Looney has been out of action due to a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain in his left knee and could be out for two more weeks. The 29-year-old had been working through knee […]

Darius Garland Unavailable For Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland (toe) is unavailable for Wednesday's season opener against the New York Knicks. Garland underwent offseason toe surgery and is close to returning, but he will be sidelined for at least the season opener. While the 25-year-old is unavailable, Lonzo Ball will likely get the nod to start, while Donovan Mitchell will […]

Mitchell Robinson Out Of Action For Knicks Season Opener

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (rest) will be unavailable for Wednesday's season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 27-year-old big man is expected to be load-managed throughout the regular season after missing most of the 2024-25 campaign recovering from two ankle surgeries. When active, Robinson averaged 5.1 points, 5.9 […]

Josh Hart Unavailable For Knicks Season Opener on Wednesday

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, New York Knicks forward Josh Hart (back) will be sidelined for Wednesday's season opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Hart continues to deal with a lingering back issue that kept him sidelined for most of the preseason. Mitchell Robinson (rest) has also been ruled out for the contest. New York will likely rely […]

Maxi Kleber Sidelined at Least Two Weeks

According to Michael Scotto of USA Today, Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Maxi Kleber (oblique) will be re-evaluated in two weeks after suffering a left oblique strain. The veteran big man joins LeBron James (back) on the sidelines to open the 2025-26 campaign. Kleber was expected to provide veteran leadership coming off the bench, but his […]

Mavericks Exercise Fourth-Year Option on Dereck Lively II

The Dallas Mavericks announced Monday that they have exercised their fourth-year team option on center Dereck Lively II for the 2026-27 season. With the 20-year-old now under contract through 2026-27, he's expected to play a significant role in the Mavericks' frontcourt this season especially early on if Daniel Gafford (ankle) is unable to suit up. […]

Dyson Daniels Agrees to Four-Year Rookie Contract Extension on Monday

According to Shams Charania of ESPN Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels agreed to a four-year, $100 million rookie contract extension with the franchise on Monday. Daniels was named NBA's Most Improved Player of the Year last season after averaging 14.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.4 assists across 33.8 minutes per contest in 76 appearences. He also […]

Ja Morant Expected to Suit Up Wednesday

Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports that Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (ankle) is expected to be available to suit up for Wednesday's regular season opener versus the New Orleans Pelicans. Morant sprained his left ankle during practice in early October and has had a long list of injuries the last few seasons. […]

Christian Braun Inks Contract Extension With Nuggets on Monday

ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun agreed to a five-year, $125 million rookie contract extension with the organization on Monday. Last campaign during 79 appearences Braun averaged 15.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.1 steals while shooting 58.0 percent from the field and 39.7 percent from beyond the arc in […]

Kevon Looney Slated to be Sidelined With Knee Injury

According to NBA reporter Chris Haynes, New Orleans center Kevon Looney could be out of action for up to three weeks after suffering a proximal tibiofibular ligament sprain in his left knee. The 29-year-old had been working through knee pain and will now need time to recover. He will have to wait until November to […]

Malcolm Brogdon Calling it a Career After Nine NBA Seasons

Shams Charania of ESPN reports that New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon has decided to retire after nine seasons in the NBA. Brogdon was viewed as a key bench piece by his new team and Charania also added that the 32-year-old was set to make New York's final roster going into the upcoming campaign. However, Brogdon […]

Russell Westbrook Inks Deal With Kings

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, free-agent guard Russell Westbrook has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The 36-year-old veteran is expected to serve as a backup to Dennis Schroder, providing much-needed depth to a Kings bench that struggled to produce last season. While his MVP days are behind […]

Trey Murphy III Set to Suit Up Tuesday

According to Will Guillory of The Athletic, New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Trey Murphy III (foot) is available to suit up for Tuesday's preseason contest versus the Houston Rockets. The 25-year-old had been out of action due to left foot soreness. Murphy is capable of providing outstanding fantasy value during the upcoming campaign as he averaged 21.2 points, […]

Joel Embiid Could Play in Friday's Preseason Finale

According to Ky Carlin of USA Today, Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse said center Joel Embiid (knee) could suit up for Friday's preseason finale against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Embiid participated in a team scrimmage on Sunday without any restrictions and was a partial participant in Tuesday's practice as planned. If he does take the […]

Paul George Participates in Team Activities During Practice on Tuesday

Tony Jones of The Athletic reports that Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (knee) participated in team activities during practice on Tuesday. George's recovery continues to trend in the right direction after undergoing knee surgery in July. The veteran forward appeared in just 41 games during an injury-plagued first season with the Sixers, averaging 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, […]