Pelicans Extend Qualifying Offer To Josh Hart

New Orleans extended a qualifying offer to guard Josh Hart, making him a restricted free agent. The price ranger was around $5.2 million, and it would allow the Pelicans to match offers from other clubs when negotiations begin on August 2. The 26-year-old was one of the most effective options in the league off the […]

Lonzo Ball Receives Qualifying Offer

Free-agent guard Lonzo Ball received a $14.3 million qualifying offer from the Pelicans. This would make him a restricted free agent, allowing New Orleans to potentially match offers from other teams. After being drafted with the No. 2 overall selection in the 2017 NBA Draft by Los Angeles, the Lakers moved on from the 23-year-old […]

Josh Richardson Heading To Boston

The Mavericks traded forward Josh Richardson to the Celtics, who also picked up his $11.6 million player option. The 27-year-old averaged only 12.1 points throughout 59 games in Dallas last season, his worst scoring output since the 2016-2017 campaign. Although Richardson may get a substantial role in Boston this year, especially if the team can't […]

Bobby Portis Declines Player Option

Former Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis declined his $3.8 million player option on Saturday, making him an unrestricted free agent. The 26-year-old was invaluable while filling in for Giannis Antetokounmpo during his bouts of injury throughout the season and was also instrumental in helping the team capture the NBA Championship. He averaged 8.8 points and […]

Mike Conley On Utah’s Radar

Free-agent guard Mike Conley remains on the Jazz's wish list heading into the regular season. Although the veteran had played well during his time in Utah, a nagging hamstring issue relegated him to 98 games throughout the last two seasons. Brining Conley back is considered a "top priority" for the team, although it may take […]

Thomas Bryant To Miss The Start Of The Season

Washington Wizards center Thomas Bryant (knee) will miss the beginning of the 2021-22 NBA campaign. The 24-year-old suffered a torn left ACL early last season, which was unfortunate considering he was averaging a career-high 14.3 points while shooting nearly 43 percent from deep. However, even when healthy, his days as an everyday fantasy option are […]

Joel Embiid Will Not Need Surgery

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) will not require surgery heading into the regular season in October. The MVP favorite suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee during the Sixers postseason matchup with the Wizards. However, president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, reported that Embiid has been in the gym recently while also adding […]

Clippers Want Reggie Jackson To Return

Free Agent guard Reggie Jackson will draw plenty of interest from multiple clubs heading into the season. However, Clippers president of basketball operations, Lawrence Frank, recently indicated that the team would like to bring him back. Jackson had bouts of efficiency during the regular season, but after Kawhi Leonard (knee) was injured, he picked things […]

Kawhi Leonard Could Miss More Time Than Expected

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is expected to miss time during the 2021-22 campaign. However, he may miss even more than anticipated, primarily after president of basketball operations, Lawrence Frank, indicated that the All-Star would "require a great deal of time" to recover. Leonard suffered a torn ACL during the postseason, requiring surgery, […]

Serge Ibaka Picks Up Player Option

Los Angeles Clippers forward Serge Ibaka exercised his player option on Saturday. The veteran will make nearly $10 million during the 2021-22 campaign by picking up the extra year. However, a back issue relegated him to only 41 games while averaging 11.1 points, 6.7 boards, and 1.1 blocks last season. After having surgery this offseason, […]

Derrick Favors Heading To OKC

OKC acquired forward Derrick Favors from Utah on Friday. In addition, the Thunder will receive a future first-round pick in exchange for a 2027 second-round selection and cash. The veteran signed on for his second stint with the Jazz back in November, although he didn't contribute much, logging just 5.5 boards, 5.4 points, and 1.0 […]

Riley Smith Heads To The COVID List

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Riley Smith was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on Friday. Smith hasn't tested positive for the virus, at least not yet, but he was exposed to teammates who did. The 26-year-old likely won't be missed by many fantasy managers, primarily since he currently owns a 1-4 record along with a […]

Brandon Nimmo Injured On Friday Night

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hamstring) could miss a few games. Nimmo "pinched" his hamstring during Friday's matchup against the Reds, although he hasn't yet been ruled out for the remainder of the series. Skipper Luis Rojas labeled the injury as "really, really small," so that's good news for fantasy managers. More information on […]

Pavin Smith Lands On COVID-19 Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman/outfielder Pavin Smith went to the COVID-19 injured list on Friday. While Smith hasn't tested positive for the Coronavirus, unlike teammates Noe Ramirez and Stuart Fairchild, who are both symptomatic, he did fall victim to contact tracing. It's unknown how long the 25-year-old will be out, but it's unfortunate news, primarily since […]

Carson Kelly Activated From Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly (wrist) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Kelly has been out of commission since the end of June because of a fractured right wrist. However, he is ready to go and was the starting backstop during the series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Before succumbing to […]

Rhys Hoskins Battling A Groin Issue

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins (groin) is classified as day-to-day, according to manager Joe Girardi. Hoskins left Thursday's matchup against the Nationals because of a groin ailment and was subsequently held out of Friday's series opener against the Pirates. While it wouldn't be a surprise if he weren't available throughout the weekend, he still […]

Jean Segura Day-To-Day

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jean Segura (knee) is considered day-to-day, according to skipper Joe Girardi. The 31-year-old is currently dealing with minor knee soreness, although it was enough to keep him out of the lineup during the series opener against the Pirates. His status moving ahead isn't know, although it wouldn't be a surprise if […]

Alex Cobb Lands On Injured List

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Alex Cobb (finger) landed on the 10-day injured list on Friday. The right-hander is currently dealing with a blister, an ailment that forced him out of his last outing back on July 23. With Shohei Ohtani (thumb) also having his next start delayed, the team will roll with Patrick Sandoval […]

Reid Detmers To Debut On Sunday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Reid Detmers will make his Major League debut on Sunday to close out the series against the Athletics. With Shohei Ohtani (thumb) having his start moved because of a sore thumb, the 22-year-old will now get his chance after spending time in the minors. The southpaw owned a 3.50 ERA […]

Jaime Barria Starting On Saturday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jaime Barria will start on Saturday against the Athletics. With Shohei Ohtani (thumb) scratched from taking the hill, at least throughout the weekend, the 25-year-old will instead get the nod, with Reid Detmers now scheduled to make his big league debut on Sunday to close out the series with Oakland. […]

Shohei Ohtani Not Pitching On Sunday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (thumb) will not start during the series against the Oakland Athletics, as initially expected. The 27-year-old is currently battling a sore thumb after being struck by a foul ball while in the dugout during Wednesday's matchup against the Colorado Rockies. However, he shouldn't have any issues retaining his […]

Josh Donaldson Out With Hamstring Tightness

Minnesota Twins shortstop Josh Donaldson (hamstring) was a late scratch on Friday night against St. Louis. Donaldson wasn't in the lineup either on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers, as his name was mentioned as a potential trade option. However, with the deadline passed, the veteran will remain with the team, although he is now dealing […]

Trevor Story Not Starting On Friday Night

Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story will not start on Friday evening against the Padres. Although the veteran's name was floating around as a potential trade target ahead of the deadline, the 28-year-old will remain in the Mile High City. It's uncertain why he's not in the lineup against San Diego, but Brendan Rodgers will slide […]

Corey Kispert Taken At 15th Overall By Wizards

The Wizards selected Corey Kispert with the 15th overall pick in the NBA Draft. Kispert averaged 18.6 points during his fourth and final season at Gonzaga. He is a capable defender and an accurate scorer from deep, draining 44 percent of his shots from beyond the three-point line during the 2020-21 collegiate campaign. Although he […]

Moses Moody Taken At No. 14 By Golden State

The Warriors selected Moses Moody with the No. 14 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday night. A solid defender and capable scorer, Moody averaged 16.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steals during his only season in Arkansas. He will have the luxury of learning from Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, two of the […]

James Bouknight Taken At No. 11

The Charlotte Hornets opted to take James Bouknight with the 11th overall selection in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday night. A solid playmaker and inside scorer, the UConn alumni averaged 18.7 points and 5.7 rebounds during his final season at the collegiate level. He struggled from deep, which will need to be addressed, and […]

Ziaire Williams Unofficially Selected By Memphis

With the No. 10 selection in the 2021 NBA Draft, the New Orleans Pelicans selected forward Ziaire Williams. However, he is unofficially a Memphis Grizzly after both clubs made a deal throughout the week which saw Jonas Valanciunas, Eric Bledsoe, and Steven Adams changing addresses. Smith averaged 11.4 points and 4.3 boards at Stanford during […]

Franz Wagner Heading To Orlando

The Magic picked up forward Franz Wagner with the No. 8 selection in the 2021 NBA Draft. The brother of Moritz Wagner, the German averaged 12.5 points, 6.5 boards, 1.3 steals, and a block throughout his final season as a Michigan Wolverine. He will join a young cast of players in Orlando, and he has […]

Josh Giddey Taken By OKC At No. 6

The Oklahoma State Thunder selected guard Josh Giddey with the No. 6 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday evening. A solid ball-handler with good size, the 18-year-old has plenty of potential. Although fantasy managers may not see it immediately, considering OKC is currently in the midst of a rebuild, he is worth a […]

Scottie Barnes Drafted At No. 4

The Toronto Raptors selected Florida State forward Scottie Barnes with the No. 4 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft on Thursday night. The former Seminole averaged 10.3 points, 4.1 assists, and 1.5 steals at the collegiate level. His versatility allows him to play multiple positions, including point guard, which may signal the unofficial end to […]