LeBron James To Miss Preseason Opener

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) won't play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Warriors. The King missed time last season because of a torn tendon in his foot. At the same time, the injury limited him when he did play. However, James is reportedly in excellent shape and 100% healthy, so fantasy managers […]

Michael Porter Jr. Misses Another Practice

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (ankle) didn't practice on Thursday and is unlikely to participate in the final day of training camp on Friday. The 25-year-old suffered a sprained left ankle during practice on Wednesday and left the facility in a walking boot. Fortunately, the injury isn't expected to keep him off the floor […]

Clippers Reportedly Offer Picks For James Harden

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Clippers have recently made offers to Philadelphia for guard James Harden. Specifically, Los Angeles would send an unprotected first-round pick and a pick swap. At the same time, the Clippers have reportedly pursued other assets to add to a potential deal. Harden, who's been seeking a trade […]

Naz Reid Has Impressive Showing On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid had a productive showing in Thursday's preseason victory over the Mavericks. The 24-year-old, who underwent wrist surgery in March, showed no signs of residual rust, scoring 16 points off 6-for-14 shooting from the field while adding seven boards. It's obvious the Timberwolves have big plans for Reid, considering the team […]

Rudy Gobert Records Three Blocks Against Dallas

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert played well in Thursday's preseason win over the Mavs in Abu Dhabi. The multi-time Defensive Player of the Year fell short of a double-double, amassing nine points and eight rebounds. However, he made up for it by accumulating three blocks. With Karl-Anthony Towns, who had a team-high 20 points in […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Leads 'Wolves To Preseason Win

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns led his team to a preseason win over the Mavs on Thursday. The 27-year-old logged 17 minutes, amassing a team-high 20 points and adding two blocks. KAT is coming off a down year, averaging 20.8 points, the lowest mark since his rookie year. Even worse, he was limited to 29 […]

Kyrie Irving Struggles In Preseason Play

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving had a rough showing in Thursday's exhibition loss to Minnesota in Abu Dhabi. Luka Doncic scored a game-high 25 points in this one. However, Irving struggled, going 1-for-6 from the field to finish with two points. The 31-year-old was traded to the Mavericks ahead of last season's deadline and averaged […]

Luka Doncic Scores 25 Points In Abu Dhabi

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (thigh) scored a game-high 25 points in Thursday's preseason loss to Minnesota. He battled a thigh issue during the FIBA World Cup, so there are concerns about his health heading into the season. But he looked good, going 8-for-14 from the field, adding five rebounds and one assist in 17 […]

Ja Morant Permitted To Travel, Practice During Suspension

According to ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant can travel and practice with the team while serving his 25-game suspension. The 24-year-old was observed displaying a handgun during an Instagram video back in May, resulting in the league taking action. Morant, undoubtedly one of the most talented players in the National Basketball Association, […]

Kristaps Porzingis "Ready To Go" For Training Camp

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (foot) reported he "feels great" and is "ready to go" for training camp without restrictions. The 28-year-old suffered a bout of plantar fasciitis during the FIBA World Cup, so there were concerns regarding his availability for the start of camp. Fortunately, it appears he's good to go and should be […]

James Harden Expected To Join 76ers In Colorado

According to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is expected to join the team in Colorado for training camp. While Wojnarowski couldn't specify an exact day the 2018 MVP would arrive, he speculated it could be as soon as today. A stalemate remains between Harden and president of basketball operations […]

Evan Mobley Adds Seven Pounds Of Muscle

According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, forward Evan Mobley focused on his body during the offseason. The 22-year-old, drafted with the No. 3 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, averaged 16.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks in 79 games last season. He was already expected to progress even more during the 2023-24 campaign. But […]

Max Strus Expects To Start This Season

According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cavaliers forward Max Strus expects to start this season. Strus agreed to a four-year, $62 million contract with the Cavs in July after spending four seasons in Miami. Statistically, he had the best year of his career in 2022-23, averaging 11.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. However, he […]

Devin Vassell, Spurs Agree To Extension

According to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell agreed to a five-year, $146 million contract extension with the team. The 23-year-old is coming off his most productive season, averaging 18.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals. He also shot a career-high 38.7% from behind the arc. However, […]

Wenyen Gabriel Signs Camp Deal With Boston

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, free-agent forward/center Wenyen Gabriel agreed to a training camp deal with the Celtics. Gabriel has bounced around the league since going undrafted in 2018. However, he's coming off the best season of his career, averaging 5.5 points and 4.2 boards in 68 games for the Lakers. With Robert Williams III […]

Heat Tried To Move Duncan Robinson

According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, the Heat tried to trade forward Duncan Robinson over the summer. However, it never happened, even more so since Miami was unsuccessful in landing All-Star Damian Lillard from the Blazers. The 29-year-old was once a productive option for the Heat. But his statistical output plunged last […]

Skylar Mays Signs Two-Way Deal With Portland

According to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, the Blazers agreed to a two-way deal with free-agent guard Skylar Mays. The terms of the contract were not made public. The 26-year-old, drafted in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft, hasn't been a routine contributor throughout his career. However, he displayed flashes of promise […]

Landry Shamet Breaks Big Toe

According to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet (toe) will likely miss two to four weeks because of a broken big toe. The 26-year-old arrived in Washington as a part of the Bradley Beal trade. During his career, he's appeared in 302 games for the 76ers, Clippers, Nets, and Suns, […]

Daniel Gafford Suffers Elbow Injury

Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (elbow) is expected to miss two to four weeks. The big man suffered an elbow injury during a recent pickup game, although Josh Dobbins of The Athletic reported that surgery isn't needed. The 25-year-old averaged 9.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 78 games last season. However, he logged […]

Tyler Boyd Catches Four Balls On Sunday

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd caught four of his seven targets for 26 yards in the loss to the Titans. The veteran wideout hasn't done much for fantasy managers all year. In all fairness, the Bengals' offensive woes continued in Week 4, so he isn't alone. Cincinnati will likely get on track at some […]

Ja'Marr Chase Still Without A Touchdown This Season

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase caught seven of his nine targets for 73 yards during the loss to Tennessee on Sunday. The Bengals' offensive woes continue, with Joe Burrow failing to throw a touchdown for the third time this season. Without question, Burrow's lack of statistical output has impacted Chase, who hasn't found the […]

Joe Mixon Runs For 67 Yards In Loss

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon ran for 67 yards off 14 carries during the loss to the Titans on Sunday. He added a catch for nine yards. The former Oklahoma Sooner found the end zone for the first time this season in the win over the Rams on Monday night. However, he failed to […]

Joe Burrow Struggles Again In Week 4

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 165 yards off 20-for-30 passing during the blowout loss to the Titans in Week 4. The signal-caller downplayed his lingering calf issue heading into this contest, so fantasy managers assumed he'd have his best showing of the year. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case, with the Bengals dropping their […]

DJ Moore Erupts In Week 4

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore caught eight of his nine targets for 131 yards and a touchdown in the loss to Denver on Sunday. This was his second game this season where he amassed north of 100 receiving yards and his second straight week finding the end zone. The 26-year-old will likely cool off […]

Justin Fields Has Big Day In Week 4

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields had his best game of the season in Week 4. However, it wasn't enough, as the Broncos overcame a late deficit to steal the victory. The 24-year-old had three touchdowns and four interceptions throughout the first three weeks of the season. But he threw four touchdowns on Sunday while amassing […]

Matthew Judon Injures Elbow Against Dallas

New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon (elbow) isn't expected to return to Sunday's meeting with the Cowboys. The 31-year-old suffered an elbow injury, another blow for the Pats defense, considering Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) was ruled out earlier in the contest. Judon, who had four sacks entering Week 4, will likely appear on the injury report […]

Myles Garrett Wearing A Boot

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (foot) was injured during Sunday's blowout loss to Baltimore. He suffered the injury in the third quarter, although he managed to return. The veteran was observed leaving the stadium in a walking boot. However, the 27-year-old downplayed the ailment, stating he would play versus the 49ers following the Brown's […]

Bailey Zappe Takes Over Under Center Versus Dallas

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe took over for Mac Jones in Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Assuming Jones is done for the day, which is likely the case, he'll finish with 150 yards and two picks off 12-for-21 passing. But the real story will be who the team's starter will be for the Week […]

Rico Dowdle Ruled Out Versus Pats

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle (hip) won't return to Sunday's game versus the New England Patriots. The 25-year-old logged only three carries for nine yards before sustaining a hip injury, so the limited number of fantasy managers that had him in the lineup didn't get much from him. He'll likely undergo further tests to […]

Christian Gonzalez Downgraded To Out On Sunday

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) will not return to Sunday's meeting with the Cowboys. The rookie suffered a shoulder injury and was initially deemed questionable. However, the real question now is if he'll be ready for the Week 5 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. The Pats' secondary was already banged up entering […]