Danilo Gallinari Will Be Absent Against The Cavs

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (shoulder) is out against the Cavaliers on Saturday, marking his second-straight absence. The veteran has yet to suit up this season, and his omission from the lineup during the opener against the Mavericks allowed Kevin Huerter to receive more minutes and Cam Reddish to finish at the team's top scorer. […]

Kyle Lowry A Game-Time Call Against Visiting Pacers

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (ankle) is considered a game-time call for Saturday's matchup against the Pacers. The veteran sprained his left ankle during Thursday's bout against the Milwaukee Bucks, relegating him to only 24 minutes of action. He also shot an abysmal 1-for-8 from the floor, and he finished with just five points during […]

Jrue Holiday Available Versus San Antonio

Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (heel) is available for Sunday's contest in San Antonio. The veteran sustained a bruised heel during the opening night win over the Brooklyn Nets and was held out of action during the blowout loss to the Miami Heat on Thursday. With Holiday back in the mix, George Hill's fantasy ceiling […]

Terry Rozier Could Miss Sunday's Matchup Against Nets

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's clash against the Nets. Rozier didn't play on opening night because of a sprained right ankle. However, he took the floor on Friday evening against the Cavaliers but managed to log only 23 minutes of work. However, even if he does suit up, there is […]

Darius Garland To Miss Another One

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (ankle) won't be available for Saturday's matchup against the visiting Hawks. Garland sprained his left ankle on opening night, and he subsequently missed Friday's bout against the Hornets as a result. With a second-straight absence for the 21-year-old, his next chance to suit up will come on Monday evening in […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (10/23/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It was a fantastic Friday night throughout the association. Kevin Durant, James Harden, and the Nets went into enemy territory and overcame a fourth-quarter deficit, defeating the 76ers at the Wells Fargo Arena. In the end, Durant would go on to finish as arguably the top fantasy option on the slate by amassing a decisive […]

Justin Holiday Tweaks Ankle Against Wizards

Indiana Pacers forward Justin Holiday (ankle) was injured during Friday's one-point loss to Washington. The 32-year-old veteran tweaked his left ankle, causing him to miss the fourth quarter and overtime. With a quick turnaround leading up to Saturday's bout against Miami, Holiday may be forced to sit that one out. If that's the case, Jeremy […]

Mitchell Robinson Injures Hamstring During Win Over Magic

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (hamstring) was injured during Friday's 121-96 win over the Orlando Magic. The big man took a fall during the second half and needed to have his hamstring worked on. The 23-year-old returned to the game, which was welcome news, although it wouldn't be surprising if he made an appearance […]

Nicolas Batum Not Listed On Latest Injury Report

Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum (personal) was not listed on the league's official injury report on Friday night. His absence from the list appears to suggest that he will be available for Saturday's matchup against the visiting Memphis Grizzlies. Luke Kennard, who had seven points throughout 24 minutes during the Thursday night loss to […]

Kendrick Nunn Expected To Have Stable Role Upon Return

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kendrick Nunn (knee) may not return for another two or three weeks, according to head coach Frank Vogel. Nunn is currently dealing with a deep bruise in his right knee and will likely need some time to get into playing shape once the injury has fully healed. Vogel recently stated that […]

Kyle Lowry In Danger Of Sitting Against Indiana

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (ankle) is listed as questionable heading into Saturday's matchup in Indiana. Lowry sprained his left ankle during the opening night rout over the reigning NBA Champs, the Bucks. It wasn't Lowry's night on Wednesday, as he would go on to finish with only five points on a rough 1-for-8 shooting […]

Danilo Gallinari Questionable On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (shoulder) is deemed questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup against Cleveland. The veteran wasn't in the lineup on Wednesday during the season opener against the Mavericks as he continues to be bothered by left shoulder soreness. His absence allowed Solomon Hill to see some additional minutes on the floor, although he […]

Joel Embiid Playing Against Brooklyn

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will play on Friday against the visiting Nets. Embiid continues to deal with right knee soreness after he tore his meniscus during the postseason over the Summer. It's unknown how many minutes Embiid will log, so DFS managers may want to consider other options. However, he remains a must-start […]

Scottie Barnes Getting Another Start On Friday

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is in the starting lineup for Friday's matchup against Boston. This will mark the rookie's second-straight start. He played relatively well against the Wizards during his league debut, finishing with 12 points and nine boards, one rebound shy of a double-double. He did have six turnovers, which was an issue, […]

Precious Achiuwa Starting Again On Friday

Toronto Raptors forward/center Precious Achiuwa will start during Friday's matchup against the Celtics. Achiuwa was in the starting rotation during the team's opener against the Wizards on Wednesday. However, foul trouble was a theme, and he also logged only 19 minutes of work but still managed to finish with seven boards, six points, and a […]

Joel Embiid Has 50/50 Shot To Play On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has a "50/50" chance to play during Friday's Atlantic Division clash against the visiting Nets. The MVP candidate is currently dealing with right knee soreness, and he will go throughout warmups before Doc Rivers makes the final determination regarding his availability. Embiid suffered a meniscus tear during the postseason, […]

Darius Garland Won't Play Against Charlotte

Updating an earlier report, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (ankle) has been downgraded to out against the Hornets on Friday night. The 21-year-old sprained his ankle during the opening night loss to the Memphis Grizzlies and had been riding a questionable tag ever since. His next chance to make it back will come on Saturday […]

Darius Garland Remains Questionable Against Charlotte

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (ankle) remains questionable against the visiting Pacers on Friday evening. The 21-year-old sprained his left ankle during the opening night matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies. However, he still looked fantastic despite the ailment, finishing with 13 points and 12 dimes. If he can't see the floor against Indiana, Ricky Rubio […]

Terry Rozier Questionable On Friday Evening

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is classified as questionable heading into the Friday night clash in Cleveland. The 27-year-old continues to deal with the lingering effects of a left ankle sprain, and he didn't play during the team's opener against the Pacers on Wednesday as a result. If he does sit out again, Kelly […]

Dean Wade Doubtful On Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (ankle) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's opener in Memphis. Wade is more realistically day-to-day as he continues to work his way back from a sprained right ankle. However, he isn't expected to have a significant role in the rotation this season, at least right now, so there likely aren't too […]

Shake Milton Out Against Pelicans

Philadelphia 76ers guard Shake Milton (ankle) will not play during Wednesday's opener against the Pelicans. This isn't a surprise, primarily since a right ankle sprain has plagued him since the preseason. With Ben Simmons (suspension) also not in the equation after getting thrown out of practice on Tuesday, Philly will be short-handed in the backcourt. […]

Terry Rozier Downgraded To Questionable

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Wednesday's opener against the Pacers. Rozier is currently dealing with a sprained left ankle and was initially listed as probable earlier in the day. However, with the updated designation, things certainly don't appear promising, and even if he is available, there is […]

Klay Thompson Not Expected For Full Contact Until November

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (Achilles) isn't anticipated to participate in full-contact practices until November, at the earliest. The veteran is working his way back from a torn right Achilles, and although there have been rumblings he may be back for the Christmas Day meeting against the Phoenix Suns, the team will undoubtedly continue […]

Cade Cunningham Could Be Back After Road Trip

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (ankle) won't play on Wednesday night against the visiting Chicago Bulls. The No. 1 overall pick has been dealing with a sprained right ankle since training camp. Fortunately, there is a chance he may make his professional debut once the team returns from its three-game road trip, which could make […]

Christian Kirk Plays Well During Win Over Cleveland

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk accounted for one of Kyler Murray's four touchdown tosses during the win over Cleveland on Sunday. Kirk had five catches for 75 yards, and he pulled in a 21-yard throw from Murray in the first quarter for the inaugural score of the day. The 24-year-old is arguably the second-best […]

A.J. Green Continues To Surprise Everyone

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Green finished with a team-high five catches for 79 yards during the win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. More impressively, the former Bengal picked up another score, his third of the year. Kyler Murray had four touchdown throws in Week 6 and connected with five different options at least […]

Chase Edmonds Has Acceptable Week 6 Performance

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (shoulder) managed to suit up against the Browns on Sunday, as expected. He would go on to finish with 46 yards off only four carries. However, he did struggle as a pass-catcher in this one, racking up just three receptions for four yards. Perhaps Edmonds is still bothered by […]

DeAndre Hopkins Adds Two More Touchdowns In Week 6

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins only had three catches during the win over Cleveland on Sunday. However, two of them were for touchdowns, finding the end zone early in the second quarter before capping off his night with another late in the third. Hopkins had some rough weeks this season. However, as expected, the […]

James Conner Fails To Find The End Zone In Week 6

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner had 71 yards off 16 carries during the win over the Browns on Sunday. Although his statistical output in Week 6 was acceptable from a fantasy standpoint, it was still disappointing for managers, primarily after he had five touchdowns throughout the last three games heading into the matchup. Still, […]

Kyler Murray Improves MVP Chances On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray led his team to an unbeaten 6-0 record by throwing four touchdowns against the Browns in Week 6. Despite dealing with a right shoulder injury entering the contest against Cleveland, the signal-caller was an accurate 20-for-30 passing for 229 yards. The former Oklahoma Sooner continues to thrive and now has […]