LeBron James Out Versus The Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) won't play against the Warriors on Thursday. The multi-time MVP has battled an ankle injury of late, with multiple reports indicating he's received treatment for it. He did log 14 minutes in the All-Star game on Sunday evening. However, the Lakers are looking to make a postseason push, […]

LaMelo Ball Still Out On Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Thursday against Utah. Ball has missed more than a few games this season. However, his latest ailment, right ankle Tendinopathy, has kept him off the floor for Charlotte's last 11 games. At this point, nobody can say for certain when Ball will be back in the […]

Dereck Lively II Probable Against Phoenix

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (nose) is anticipated to suit up for Thursday's clash with the Suns. The rookie suffered a nose injury and needed a procedure to correct it, forcing him to miss seven games. He returned on Wednesday versus the Spurs, Dallas' final game before the All-Star break. Unfortunately, Lively came off […]

Luka Doncic Expected To Face The Suns

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (nose) is listed as probable for Thursday's matchup with the Phoenix Suns. As expected, the 24-year-old has had an MVP-caliber season, averaging a career-high 34.2 points with 9.5 assists, 8.8 boards, and 1.4 steals. He's also shot 37.5% from deep, his best mark since entering the league in 2018. Doncic […]

Bradley Beal Questionable For Thursday Evening

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) is questionable heading into Thursday's showdown with the Dallas Mavericks. The veteran suffered a left hamstring injury during a game versus the Sacramento Kings and didn't suit up the following night against Detroit, the final game for the Suns heading into the All-Star break. Without question, Beal has been […]

Cade Cunningham Likely To Play Versus Indiana

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is probable for Thursday night against Indiana. The designation is nothing for fantasy managers to be alarmed by, considering he's been on the injury report since returning from a lengthy absence caused by a knee injury. Of course, anything can happen, so Cunningham could miss this one. If that's […]

Jalen Smith Might Return Against Detroit

Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Smith (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the visiting Pistons. The 23-year-old missed the Pacers' three games entering the All-Star break because of back spasms, so hopefully, the extra time off allowed him time to get things right. Smith has averaged 10.8 points and 5.6 rebounds this season, so he's […]

Julius Randle Doesn't Rule Out Surgery

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (shoulder) reported he's "doing everything he can" to return to the floor this season. Unfortunately, he didn't rule out surgery. The 29-year-old has been out of the lineup for nearly a month because of a shoulder injury. Although the Knicks remain optimistic regarding a potential return, fantasy managers should […]

Bojan Bogdanovic Practices On Wednesday

New York Knicks forward Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) practiced on Wednesday. The veteran sharpshooter, who was recently dealt by the Detroit Pistons, has averaged 13.0 points and 3.5 rebounds since arriving in New York. However, he's shot just 27.3% from deep, a significant drop from his average in Detroit, and wasn't available for the meeting with […]

Isaiah Hartenstein "On Track" For Thursday Return

New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) practiced on Wednesday. He's been out with Achilles soreness, although head coach Tom Thibodeau stated he's "on track" to suit up for Thursday's meeting in Philadelphia. Thibodeau also reported that Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) and Donte DiVincenzo (hamstring) also participated in Wednesday's session, with both men trending in a […]

Mikal Bridges Committed To Brooklyn

According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, Brooklyn Nets guard Mikal Bridges is "100%" committed to the team. The former Sun recently expressed his disapproval of the offense under Jacque Vaughn, who has since been relieved of his head coaching duties. However, it appears Bridges plans to remain in Brooklyn. "I'm here now […]

Thaddeus Young Officially Signs With Phoenix

Free-agent forward Thaddeus Young officially agreed to a contract with Phoenix. The 35-year-old was traded to Brooklyn ahead of the deadline but was eventually waived. He has suited up for seven teams throughout his career, most recently averaging 5.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 23 games with Toronto this season. Although those numbers […]

Isaiah Stewart Might Play On Thursday

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart might play on Thursday in Indiana. The 22-year-old had missed the Pistons' final eight games entering the All-Star break because of an ankle injury. Although he is seemingly healthy enough to play, there were doubts regarding his availability after he was arrested for allegedly punching Suns forward Drew Eubanks before […]

Lester Quinones Getting A Standard Contract

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Warriors will convert the contract of guard Lester Quinones to a standard deal. The two-way player has appeared in 19 games for Golden State this season. He got off to a slow start. Yet, Quinones is beginning to get a consistent role in the rotation and has averaged […]

Torrey Craig Out At Least A Few Weeks

Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig (knee) suffered a right knee sprain while training during the All-Star break. He will be re-evaluated in a few weeks. However, the veteran could be sidelined longer. Craig has averaged 6.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.1 assists with the Bulls this season. Unfortunately, he'll now be on the shelf for […]

Max Strus Likely To Remain Starting

According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cavs head coach J.B. Bickerstaff isn't expected to make any changes to the starting lineup. Although nearly everyone in the first five is a lock to retain their roles, forward Max Strus has been mentioned as someone who could head back to the bench. However, Strus has played relatively […]

LeBron James Getting Treatment On Ankle

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will suit up for Sunday night's All-Star game. However, per James, he'll be limited. The multi-time MVP has battled various ailments throughout the 2023-24 campaign. But he's received treatment over the last few days for his left ankle issue, with more to come moving ahead. The 39-year-old continues […]

Nerlens Noel Getting Interest From Multiple Clubs

According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, free agent center Nerlens Noel has reportedly received interest from several clubs around the National Basketball Association. More than a few teams are looking to fill a void, specifically Houston, Charlotte, and New York. The 2013 No. 6 overall pick has bounced around the league since getting drafted, […]

Pistons Expected To Keep Evan Fournier?

According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Pistons are expected to keep guard Evan Fournier on the roster. The 31-year-old sharpshooter from France was traded to Detroit ahead of the deadline after spending three years in New York. He averaged 14.1 points in 80 games during the 2021-22 campaign. However, Fournier has played sparingly […]

Knicks Optimistic Julius Randle WIl Return This Season

According to SNY's Ian Begley, the Knicks remain optimistic that forward Julius Randle (shoulder) will be back at some point this season. The 29-year-old suffered a left shoulder injury during the January 27 matchup with the Miami Heat. He's making good progress in rehab. But Begley noted that the Knicks "aren't out of the woods […]

Anthony Edwards Cleared For Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) will play on Thursday versus Portland. The 22-year-old was riding a questionable tag throughout the day. He went through shootaround on Thursday afternoon, so most had assumed he'd get the green light. Edwards has had a breakout season, averaging a career-high 26.1 points per game. He's only missed three […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. Ruled Out Against Milwaukee

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps) won't play on Thursday evening against Milwaukee. The 24-year-old was on the floor on Wednesday night versus the Houston Rockets. He finished with 18 points. However, Jackson got into foul trouble, limiting him to just 28 minutes of work. Nonetheless, Memphis is looking to get players healthy. The […]

Damian Lillard To Suit Up On Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (ankle) is good to go on Thursday night in Memphis. Lillard has been bothered by a left ankle injury over the last few weeks. However, he only missed a few games and has been available for the team's previous three contests. The multi-time All-Star has seen a dip on the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Available Against Memphis

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Thursday's game in Memphis. He was listed as probable, so there wasn't much concern from fantasy managers concerning his status for the Bucks' final game entering the All-Star break. This will be Antetokounmpo's first meeting versus the Grizzlies this season. But with Memphis listing 10 players […]

LeBron James "Committed To The Lakers"

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was the topic of trade rumblings before the deadline. However, his agent Rich Paul, speaking on the Stephen A. Smith Show, indicated that his client isn't going anywhere. "He's committed to the Lakers," said Paul. "Obviously, there's ups and downs and emotions throughout the course of a season, but […]

Danilo Gallinari To Sign With Milwaukee

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, free-agent forward Danilo Gallinari intends to sign with Milwaukee. The veteran sharpshooter has recently had discussions with several teams around the National Basketball Association, including the Clippers, Cavs, and Bulls. However, he'll ink a deal with the Bucks, making it his ninth team since entering the league in […]

Anthony Edwards Back On The Injury Report

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) is questionable for Thursday's clash with the Portland Trail Blazers. The ailment isn't anything new for the 2020 No. 1 overall pick. It also hasn't kept him off the floor recently. He's coming off a 41-point outing on Tuesday against Portland, the first of consecutive meetings between the clubs. […]

Damian Lillard Likely To Suit Up On Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (ankle) is expected to play on Thursday versus Memphis. The former Trail Blazer continues to deal with an ankle injury, an issue that's bothered him for at least a few weeks. However, he hasn't missed much time because of it, and Thursday night shouldn't be any different. Lillard is averaging […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Probable Versus Memphis

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Thursday's game versus Memphis. It's another appearance on the injury report for the multi-time MVP, although fantasy managers are used to this by now. He's averaged 30.7 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 5.3 assists this year. He's also playing at an elite level defensively, logging 1.4 steals […]

Khris Middleton Still Out On Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) won't play on Thursday versus Memphis. The oft-injured veteran remains out because of a sprained left knee, an ailment that will keep him out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive contest. That said, the All-Star break is around the corner, giving Middleton more time to work his way […]