Myles Turner Has A Productive Showing In Game 1

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner finished with a 13-point, 11-rebound double-double in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers. He added three steals and two blocks. Turner had a nice showing for DFS participants in Game 1, which also could be said for Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, and Pascal Siakam. With that in mind, the 29-year-old wasn't […]

Andrew Nembhard Leads Indiana In Scoring In Game 1

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard scored a team-high 23 points in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old also logged 37 minutes, more than anyone else on the roster, while missing only one of his six tries from behind the arc. While Nembhard struggled versus Cleveland during the regular season, averaging 8.5 points in four […]

Tyrese Haliburton Guides Indiana To A Win On Sunday

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton scored 22 points in Sunday's win over the Cavs. He added 13 assists, three blocks, and one steal. The 25-year-old was all over the place in Game 1, and he was also efficient shooting the ball, going 9-for-15 from the field. Cleveland fought hard to get back into the contest. […]

Evan Mobley Nabs A Double-Double In Game 1

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley had a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double in the opening game of the Eastern Conference semi-finals versus Indiana. He added two steals. Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year had trouble taking care of the ball, committing a game-high four turnovers on the night. Still, Mobley was at least efficient […]

Donovan Mitchell Can't Lead Cleveland To A Win On Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell scored a game-high 33 points in the Game 1 Eastern Conference semi-final meeting with Indiana. He added five rebounds, four assists, and one steal. While Mitchell was productive, he struggled shooting the ball, going 13-for-30 from the field and 1-for-11 from behind the three-point line. He did have a strong […]

Brandin Podziemski Moves Back Into The Starting Lineup

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski will start in Sunday's postseason meeting with the Rockets. Gary Payton II (illness) was ruled out, so head coach Steve Kerr made the call to move Podziemski back into the starting lineup. He logged 29 minutes off the bench in Friday's loss to Houston, finishing with 10 points, seven […]

Darius Garland Won't Play In Game 1

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) won't play on Sunday against the Pacers. NBA TV's Jared Greenberg indicated Garland has been battling a left toe sprain, an injury that's been causing him a great deal of pain. Greenberg also added that had this injury occurred during the regular season, he likely would have been shut […]

Gary Payton II Ruled Out For Game 7

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (illness) won't play on Sunday night versus the Rockets. He popped up on the injury report earlier in the day. Unfortunately, Payton's illness will keep him on the floor for the series finale. Although he hasn't done much on the offensive end during the series, his absence will […]

Jaylen Brown Not On The Injury Report For Monday Night

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's series-opening matchup versus the Knicks. He had routinely carried questionable designations because of a nagging knee issue during the previous series against the Orlando Magic. However, the 28-year-old didn't miss any time. He recently indicated he's feeling better, which […]

Jrue Holiday Off The Injury Report Ahead Of Game 1

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (hamstring) isn't listed on the injury report heading into Monday's Eastern Conference semi-final clash with the Knicks. The 34-year-old missed the last three games of the C's series versus the Orlando Magic. As a result, Al Horford had been getting the start, most recently amassing nine points, six boards, one […]

Gary Payton II Now Questionable For Game 7

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (illness) is questionable for Sunday's postseason clash with the Rockets. He has averaged only 6.3 points during the series against Houston. Still, the 32-year-old, who got the start in Game 6, is certainly valued for his abilities on the defensive side of the ball. It's unknown if Steve […]

James Harden Expected To Remain With The Clippers

According to Law Murray of The Athletic, Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden is expected to remain with the team. Harden has a $36 million player option for the 2025-26 campaign, although it's realistic both sides will work on a new contact over the summer. The 35-year-old had only seven points in the series-clinching, Game […]

Ivica Zubac Has A Double-Double On Saturday Night

Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac had a double-double in Saturday's loss to the Nuggets, ending the night with 10 points and 14 rebounds. Still, it wasn't good enough, with the Clippers losing a decisive Game 7 and failing to advance to the Western Conference semi-finals to face the Oklahoma City Thunder. From a statistical […]

Kawhi Leonard Scores 22 Points In Loss To Denver

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard scored 22 points in Saturday's playoff loss to the Nuggets. He added five rebounds, two assists, and two blocks. The two-time NBA Champion had a fantastic series. Unfortunately, his efforts weren't enough, with the Clippers falling short of advancing to the Western Conference semi-finals to meet OKC. Statistically speaking, […]

James Harden Struggles On The Scoring End On Saturday

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden had only seven points in Saturday's postseason loss to Denver. However, he made up for it by amassing 13 assists, two steals, and one block. Although Los Angeles couldn't advance to the Western Conference semi-finals to face Oklahoma City, Harden can look back on another quality year, averaging 22.8 […]

Nikola Jokic Leads Denver To A Game 7 Win

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic had 16 points in Saturday's series-clinching win over the Clippers. He added 10 boards, eight assists, three steals, and one block. The three-time MVP accumulated five fouls through the first three quarters, resulting in more time spent on the bench. However, with Denver building a decisive lead, Jokic wasn't needed […]

Damian Lillard Undergoes Successful Surgery

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (Achilles) underwent surgery on Friday to repair a torn left Achilles sustained during a postseason loss to the Indiana Pacers. There is no timetable for his return. The multi-time All-Star averaged 24.9 points in his second season with the Bucks, up from the 2023-24 campaign. Unfortunately, it wasn't nearly as […]

Jimmy Butler III Officially Active For Game 4

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (pelvis) is officially active for Monday's meeting with the Rockets. He also won't be on a minutes restriction. The veteran had 25 points and five steals in Game 1. Yet, he suffered a pelvic contusion the following contest, limiting him to only seven minutes and keeping him off […]

Isaiah Stewart Uncertain For Game 5

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's clash with the Knicks. He was on the floor for Game 1, finishing with two points, five boards, and two blocks. However, the veteran has missed the last three games. If Stewart is unavailable for a fourth-straight contest, Dennis Schroder and Malik Beasley should see […]

Michael Porter Jr. Expected To Play In Game 5

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (shoulder) is probable for Tuesday's postseason matchup with the Clippers. The 2018 No. 14 overall pick injured his shoulder earlier in the series. Fortunately, it hasn't kept him off the floor. Russell Westbrook (foot) is questionable for this one after missing Game 4 on Saturday night. While that could […]

Russell Westbrook Questionable For Tuesday Night

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (foot) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers. The 36-year-old was limited to only eight minutes in Game 3 because of foot inflammation, an injury that caused him to miss Game 4 on Saturday. However, Westbrook's absence didn't allow anyone else to see more action, with Peyton Watson the […]

Jaylen Brown Back On The Injury Report

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with Orlando. The knee issue dates back to the regular season. But, despite the ailment, he's averaged 23.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.5 steals throughout the series against the Magic. There's always a chance Brown could suffer a setback, which would keep him off […]

Jrue Holiday Out Again On Tuesday Night

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (hamstring) won't play on Tuesday versus Orlando. He was available for the first two games of the series with the Magic. Unfortunately, the veteran has missed the last two contests because of a hamstring strain. There was hope Holiday would be back by now. However, it appears Al Horford will […]

Bennedict Mathurin Questionable For Game 5

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (abdomen) is questionable for Tuesday's postseason showdown with the Bucks. The 22-year-old averaged 12 points in the first three games of the series against Milwaukee. However, he suffered an abdominal contusion and wasn't available for Game 4 on Sunday. Although Mathurin hasn't been a reliable fantasy option for DFS managers, […]

Damian Lillard May Not Play Next Season

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (Achilles) suffered a torn left Achilles during Sunday's Game 4 loss to the Pacers. An MRI confirmed the diagnosis, with the multi-time All-Star set to undergo surgery. He will miss the rest of the postseason, which isn't surprising. However, because of the severity of the injury and how close it […]

Darius Garland Remains Out On Monday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) won't play on Monday versus Miami. He wasn't available for Saturday's win over the Heat because of a great toe sprain, an injury that bothered him toward the end of the regular season. Sam Merrill got the start in Game 3, although he went scoreless in 19 minutes. Instead, […]

Jaylen Brown Available For Game 4

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (knee) will play on Sunday versus Orlando. The right knee impingement isn't expected to go away anytime soon, so DFS managers will likely see him on the injury report for the rest of the postseason. But unless Brown suffers a setback along the way, he'll likely continue to see north […]

Darius Garland Questionable For Game 4

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) is questionable for Monday's encounter with the Miami Heat. He didn't suit up for Game 3 on Saturday because of a left great toe sprain, an Injury he battled toward the end of the regular season. As a result, Sam Merrill entered the starting lineup. However, Merrill went scoreless, […]

Jaden Ivey Making Progress

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (calf) is still recovering from the broken left Fibula he sustained during the January 1 win over the Orlando Magic. Fortunately, Ivey is moving in the right direction, with the team reporting that his current activities include "a progression of basketball shooting and skill work," which have been accompanied by […]

Jimmy Butler III Ruled Out On Saturday

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler (pelvis) won't play on Saturday against the Rockets. He had 25 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and five steals in Game 1. However, the veteran was injured in Game 2, limiting him to only seven minutes of action. Without Butler, Moses Moody, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Brandin Podziemski […]