Marcus Smart In Danger Of Sitting Again

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is uncertain for Wednesday's playoff showdown versus Miami. The Defensive Player of the Year injured his right ankle during Game 3, forcing him to miss the C's most recent outing on Monday night. Derrick White filled in for Smart in that one, and he ended with 13 points, eight […]

Matisse Thybulle Could Be Moved For The Right Deal

Philadelphia 76ers guard Matisse Thybulle could be traded over the summer. However, the front office will only look to move the 25-year-old to upgrade the roster and not to get out from underneath his current deal. Thybulle is widely considered one of the best defenders in the league, finishing the 2021-22 season by averaging nearly […]

Tim Connelly Heading To Minnesota

Tim Connelly will sign a five-year, $40 million contract to become the Timberwolves new president of basketball operations. Connelly held the same position in Denver since 2013 and was instrumental to the Nuggets' success over the years, including selecting Nikola Jokic with the 41st overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. He has also been […]

Deandre Ayton Disappointed Phoenix Didn't Offer Max Deal

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton was disappointed the team didn't offer him a max contract, according to his agent Bill Duffy. The 23-year-old averaged 17.2 points and 10.2 rebounds during the 2021-22 season. He also shot a career-high 63.4% from the field and 36.8% from deep. However, the former No. 1 overall pick hasn't played […]

Gary Payton II Not Ready To Return

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) won't play on Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Andre Iguodala (neck) remains out as well, and with Otto Porter Jr. (foot) uncertain for Game 4, the Dubs may be severely short-handed defensively. Fortunately, Payton appears to be moving in the right direction, although head coach Steve Kerr […]

Andre Iguodala Remains Out On Tuesday

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (neck) remains out ahead of Tuesday's series-clinching playoff matchup against Dallas. Iguodala has been out with a cervical injury, although this injury is nothing new. Gary Payton II (elbow) won't play either, and with Otto Porter Jr. (foot) questionable ahead of Game 4, the Warriors may be without most […]

Max Strus Playing On Monday, As Expected

Miami Heat guard Max Strus (hamstring) is good to go for Monday's playoff meeting with the Boston Celtics. The 26-year-old has consistently been on the injury report over the last few weeks because of a nagging hamstring issue. However, it hasn't stopped him from playing. Strus is currently averaging 12.2 points so far throughout the […]

Kyle Lowry Available For Game 4

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is available on Monday night versus Boston. The 36-year-old missed plenty of time recently because of a nagging hamstring ailment. Unquestionably, the injury has impacted Lowry's play, with the veteran averaging only seven points during the playoffs. For obvious reasons, he hasn't looked like his usual self, so DFS […]

Jimmy Butler Back On Monday Night

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (knee) will play on Monday night in Boston. The 32-year-old didn't return during Saturday's win over the Celtics because of right knee irritation, so his availability was in doubt for this one. However, he's good to go and will reclaim his place in the starting lineup. Butler has played well […]

Derrick White Starting In Game 4

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White will start during Monday's playoff showdown versus the visiting Miami Heat. Marcus Smart (ankle) is dealing with a sprain and won't play, so White will get extra work in Game 4. White averaged 14.4 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals as a member of the starting lineup during […]

Tyler Herro Sidelined With A Groin Injury

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (groin) won't play on Monday evening against the Celtics. The 22-year-old has struggled throughout most of the postseason, averaging 13.5 points and shooting a hideous 23.2% from downtown. To make matters worse, the reigning Sixth Man of the Year is now dealing with a left groin strain, so he could […]

Marcus Smart Won't Play On Monday

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) won't play during Monday's postseason matchup versus the Miami Heat. He injured his right ankle in Game 3, and while he did finish the game, it seems it's bothering him more than it was. Derrick White, who averaged 14.4 points, 5.6 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.0 steals, will take […]

Allen Robinson II Believes He Will Benefit Under Sean McVay

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Allen Robinson II is looking to erase a lackluster 2021-22 campaign with the Chicago Bears, one where the veteran had one of the worst seasons of his career. However, he feels playing for Sean McVay will do wonders for his production. "He allows players to play. Each and every day […]

Kenny Pickett May Start Right Off The Bat

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett may begin his career as a starter. However, as expected, he'll have to get through Mason Rudolph and Mitchell Trubisky to earn the right. Pickett, who was the 20th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, finished his final college year by throwing for 4,319 yards, 42 touchdowns, and seven […]

Jameis Winston Expected To Skip OTAs

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (knee) is expected to skip upcoming OTAs. During Week 8 of the 2021-22 season, the veteran tore his ACL and damaged his MCL, forcing him to miss the remainder of the year. Fortunately, he is progressing well, but the team will continue to take a cautious approach regarding his […]

Seahawks Adding Marquise Goodwin

Free-agent wide receiver Marquise Goodwin is signing with the Seahawks, with the terms of the deal undisclosed. The veteran finished last season in Chicago by catching 20 receptions for 313 yards and a touchdown throughout 14 appearances. Goodwin, 31, is still considered one of the quickest wideouts in the league, so he should fit in […]

Miles Bridges Getting Attention Ahead Of Free Agency

Forward Miles Bridges will be getting plenty of attention during free agency over the summer, with the Portland Trail Blazers rumored to be the latest team looking to acquire his services. The 24-year-old easily had the best season of his career in 2021-22, finishing with averages of 20.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. However, […]

Bruce Brown Drawing Interest From Boston

Brooklyn Nets guard Bruce Brown will unquestionably command some serious cash when free agency begins. He finished the 2021-22 season by averaging 9.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.1 steals. But he played even better throughout his 45 appearances in the starting lineup. Based on Brown's efficient play, he'll probably draw plenty of interest over the […]

Nets Will Match Offers For Nicolas Claxton

Brooklyn Nets forward/center Nicolas Claxton is coming off the best season of his young career. He finished the 2021-22 campaign by averaging 8.7 points, 5.6 boards, and 1.1 blocks. Still, with free agency on the horizon, the 23-year-old could find himself on another team this upcoming season. However, the Nets appear determined to match any […]

Brandon Clarke Hoping To Improve His Shot From Deep

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke finished the regular season by averaging 10.4 points, 5.3 boards, and 1.1 blocks. He played even better during the postseason, filling in admirably when needed. However, the 24-year-old, who is eligible for a rookie contract extension over the summer, is hoping to improve in one area specifically, his three-point shooting […]

Gabe Vincent Back On The Injury Report

Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's playoff battle versus Boston. He remains plagued by a nagging left hamstring strain. However, the injury is nothing new, so it's more than likely he'll be available for Game 4. But if Kyle Lowry (hamstring) plays, Vincent can be omitted from DFS consideration.

P.J. Tucker Dealing With A New Injury

Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (knee) is questionable for Monday's playoff showdown with Boston. After spending weeks on the injury report because of a calf strain, the veteran is now suffering from left knee irritation. However, it didn't slow Tucker down in Game 3, as the veteran undoubtedly exceeded his DFS value by finishing with […]

Max Strus Questionable Against Celtics On Monday

Miami Heat guard Max Strus (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's postseason meeting with the Boston Celtics. This ailment is nothing new, so the questionable tag should be taken with a grain of slate. With Jimmy Butler (knee) and Kyle Lowry (hamstring) uncertain for Game 4, Strus may see a substantial bump in production. However, even […]

Jayson Tatum Expected To Suit Up In Game 4

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (neck) will likely suit up for Game 4 against Miami. Tatum took a hard fall on Saturday night and briefly lost feeling in his arm. However, the 24-year-old eventually made his way back, although his presence didn't make a difference. Head coach Ime Udoka didn't seem concerned about his availability, […]

Kyle Lowry Still Dealing With Bum Hamstring

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (hamstring) is back on the injury report leading up to Monday's postseason meeting versus Boston. Unsurprisingly, Lowry is questionable because of a nagging left hamstring strain, the same one he's been dealing with since suffering the ailment during the series with Atlanta. Nonetheless, based on how the veteran looked in […]

Robert Williams III Questionable For Game 4

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (knee) is questionable for the upcoming postseason showdown versus Miami. Williams has been dealing with a bone bruise in his left knee, resulting in a recent absence for Game 3 on Saturday. Nevertheless, if the 24-year-old isn't healthy enough to give it a go, Grant Williams will likely continue […]

Tyler Herro Uncertain For Game 4

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (groin) is questionable for Monday's postseason showdown against Boston. The Sixth Man of the Year is dealing with a groin strain that limited him to only 20 minutes in Game 3. He will likely do all he can to make it out there for Game 4. However, Victor Oladipo will […]

Marcus Smart Questionable For Monday Night

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) is questionable ahead of Monday's playoff meeting against the Miami Heat. The Defensive Player of the Year sustained a painful right ankle sprain during Saturday's loss. Yet, despite Smart's eventual return in that one, he now finds himself back on the injury report. Nonetheless, head coach Ime Udoka didn't […]

Andrew Wiggins Probable Versus Mavs

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks. Wiggins popped up on the injury report because of left ankle soreness. However, in addition to the latest update regarding his status, he also advised reporters after shootaround on Sunday he'd be good to go. […]

Gary Payton II Remains Out On Sunday

Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II (elbow) won't play on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. He's been out since suffering an elbow injury at the hands of Dillon Brooks during the previous series. However, there is some good news to report, as Payton is seemingly increasing his activity level. Nonetheless, until the 29-year-old can […]