Brett Anderson Leaves Friday’s Matchup Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brett Anderson (hamstring) departed Friday's matchup against Chicago. After facing only one batter, the lefty was yanked due to what was initially classified as knee discomfort. However, he will have an MRI performed on his right hamstring, an ailment that could keep him on the shelf for quite some time moving […]

Brad Miller Held Out On Friday Evening

Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Brad Miller (neck) wasn't in the lineup against the Rockies. The 31-year-old is considered day-to-day while dealing with neck stiffness and was replaced by Nick Maton on Friday night. Miller has been on a roll during his sporadic appearances this year, batting .368 and racking up seven hits, three RBI, and […]

Evan Longoria Won’t Play Against Miami

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria (hamstring) will not play against the visiting Marlins. The veteran was removed from Thursday's contest against Miami, and although it wasn't abundantly clear what the reason was at the time, the 35-year-old was scratched due to left hamstring tightness. Longoria should be considered day-to-day, although it wouldn't be […]

Ronald Guzman Officially Done For The Season

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (knee) will miss the remainder of the season. The 26-year-old suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee back on April 12 against Tampa Bay, initially landing him on the 10-day injured list. However, with surgery now the most logical option, he may have played his last game with […]

Mike Trout Not In The Lineup On Friday Night

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) will not play on Friday against Houston. The former MVP was nailed by a Cristian Javier slider on Thursday night and was removed from the game prematurely as a result. Luckily, Trout stated that the pitch made contact mostly on his protective elbow pad, so fantasy managers can […]

Zach McKinstry Headed To 10-Day IL

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Zach McKinstry (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The 25-year-old was scratched from Thursday night's game against the Padres due to back tightness and was subsequently replaced by Luke Raley out in right field. McKinstry is in the midst of an efficient 2021 campaign, so fantasy managers will […]

Evan Longoria Leaves Thursday’s Game Against Miami

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria exited Thursday's matchup against the Miami Marlins. After getting the day off to rest on Wednesday, the 35-year-old made a premature departure, although the reason is unknown as of right now. Longoria has been dealing with plantar fasciitis since the beginning of the season, so it wouldn't be […]

Zach McKinstry Not In The Lineup Against Padres

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman/outfielder Zach McKinstry (back) was held out of Thursday's matchup against San Diego. McKinstry was a late scratch after reportedly dealing with stiffness in his lower back and was subsequently replaced by Luke Raley out in right field. The 25-year-old has been putting up respectable numbers during the 2021 campaign, compiling […]

Mike Trout Exits Early Against Houston

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) left Thursday's contest against the Astros. A Cristian Javier slider hit the 29-year-old, and though it didn't look good initially, Trout was observed informing Alex Bregman that the pitch had mostly made contact on his protective elbow pad. While it appears that the former MVP was removed for […]

P.J. Washington Questionable Against Portland

Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against Portland. The 22-year-old has been dealing with a right ankle sprain that has cost him his previous three contests. With Cody Zeller getting a DNP on Friday night, Jalen McDaniels and Vernon Carey Jr. could be in store for additional run against […]

Fred VanVleet Sitting Against Oklahoma City

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (hip) won't play against Oklahoma City. The 27-year-old will get to sit this one out as he works his way back to full strength from a hip flexor strain that cost him seven games. With Kyle Lowry (rest) also out on Sunday, look for Gary Trent Jr. and Malachi Flynn […]

Kyle Lowry Resting Against OKC

Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (rest) will not play against Oklahoma City on Sunday. The veteran will get another night off to rest, his fourth straight absence, as the team looks toward the draft and the 2022 campaign. With Fred VanVleet (hip) also out, expect Malachi Flynn and Gary Trent Jr. to get plenty of […]

OG Anunoby Out Against OKC

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (rest) won't play again on Sunday against OKC. The 23-year-old wasn't in the lineup on Friday night against Orlando and will now miss his second straight as the team looks toward the draft and next season. With Kyle Lowry (rest), Fred VanVleet (hip), and Pascal Siakam (shoulder) out as well […]

Pascal Siakam Won’t Play Against OKC

Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (shoulder) will not play on Friday against Oklahoma City. The 27-year-old is currently dealing with left shoulder inflammation and will now miss his second straight outing. With Fred VanVleet (hip), OG Anunoby (calf), and Kyle Lowry (hip) all out as well, look for Malachi Flynn, Chris Boucher, and Khem Birch […]

Mo Bamba In Danger Of Sitting Again

Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba (hip) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's encounter with Houston. The big man has been dealing with a left hip contusion, an ailment that caused him to miss the team's previous two games against Chicago and Toronto. Without Bamba in the lineup, expect Wendell Carter Jr. to get more […]

Kevin Durant Out For Remainder Of Sunday’s Contest

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (thigh) will miss the remainder of Sunday's matchup against Miami. The veteran was observed favoring his left leg on his way back to the locker room, with a thigh contusion being the official diagnosis. This could have been worse, but it's still not welcome news, especially since Durant just returned […]

Jimmy Butler Now Day-To-Day

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) is out on Sunday against Brooklyn. The veteran has been playing through a right ankle sprain, but with the postseason around the corner, the team opted to play it safe by holding him out. He is considered day-to-day moving ahead, so fantasy managers in the playoffs of season-long leagues […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/18/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Although there weren’t that many, Saturday’s slate of games still did enough to keep things interesting. The Jazz and Lakers went into overtime to begin the day. Then, the Russell Westbrook of old made another appearance, with the former MVP racking up an impressive 15-point, 14-rebound, 11-assist triple-double against the Pistons. Bradley Beal also had […]

John Wall To Rest Against Orlando

Houston Rockets guard John Wall (injury management) will not play on Sunday against Orlando. With the team playing its first of a back-to-back, the 30-year-old will get the night off to rest. Without Wall in the lineup, Kevin Porter Jr. is a definite must-start in all formats, including DFS, as he will see a noticeable […]

Andre Iguodala Questionable Against Brooklyn

Miami Heat forward Andre Iguodala (hip) is questionable for Sunday's matinee with the Nets. The veteran has been dealing with soreness in his left hip, an ailment that forced him to sit out of Friday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Trevor Ariza should continue to benefit if Iguodala is out again, with the 35-year-old averaging […]

Victor Oladipo Not Close To Returning

Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (knee) isn't expected back anytime soon. The 28-year-old does not have a return date at the moment, and based on the severity of his past injuries, the team will play it safe in hopes of having him back at full strength for the postseason. With only a few weeks left […]

Jimmy Butler In Jeopardy Of Sitting Against Nets

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (ankle) could miss Sunday's contest against Brooklyn. The veteran has been dealing with a sprained right ankle but has been able to play through it, so it appears likely he will be good to go. If he does sit out for some reason, Goran Dragic, Trevor Ariza, Tyler Herro, and […]

James Harden Out Again On Sunday

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (hamstring) will sit out during Sunday's matchup against Miami. The veteran continues to make progress toward working his way back from a right hamstring strain. Without the former MVP in the mix, expect Kyrie Irving to benefit from a usage standpoint while running things at the point. In addition to […]

Doug McDermott Remains Questionable Against Hawks

Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks. The veteran has missed his previous two games while working his way back from a sprained left ankle. With Myles Turner (ankle) also in danger of missing another one, the team may once again be shorthanded underneath the rim, a void […]

Myles Turner May Play Against Atlanta

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (ankle) could make his return on Sunday against the visiting Hawks. The 25-year-old has missed the previous six contests while dealing with a left ankle sprain. If Turner isn't able to make it back against Atlanta, expect Domantas Sabonis to continue to man the middle, with Edmond Sumner and Jeremy […]

Danilo Gallinari Will Miss Another One On Sunday

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) will sit out during Sunday's matchup against Indiana. The veteran has missed his previous three games while battling soreness in his right foot. In his absence, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Kevin Huerter should continue to see extended run, although their usage and workload could be jeopardized by the potential return […]

John Collins Questionable On Sunday

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (ankle) is questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Pacers. The 23-year-old has recently ramped up his conditioning and on-court activities after missing his previous nine games with a left ankle sprain. Although Danilo Gallinari (foot) will be out against Indiana, fantasy managers may be taking a gamble by inserting […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/17/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

After a loaded slate to start off the weekend, things get toned down a bit on Saturday with only five games on the schedule. With the postseason right around the corner, fantasy managers need to keep an eye on the injury report throughout the day, especially since clubs with championship aspirations may keep players out […]

Jarrett Allen Likely To Return Against Charlotte

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (head) is likely to suit up for Wednesday's matchup against the Hornets. The former Net has missed his previous eight contests while working his way back from a concussion. With Larry Nance Jr. (illness) also expected to return, Dean Wade and Isaiah Hartenstein will likely lose their fantasy appeal

Darius Garland May Sit Against Hornets

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (ankle) is questionable ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Charlotte. The 21-year-old sprained his right ankle against the Raptors on Sunday, an injury that could keep him on the shelf for a few more games. With Collin Sexton (groin) also questionable, Matthew Dellavedova and Isaac Okoro may find themselves in the […]