Dereck Lively II Starting On Thursday

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (nose) is officially active for Thursday's game against the Suns. He missed seven games because of a nose injury, which required surgical intervention. He returned for the Mavs' meeting versus the Spurs heading into the All-Star break. However, he came off the bench in that one. But he'll return […]

Luka Doncic Officially Good To Go

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (nose) is active on Thursday against Phoenix. He was listed as probable, so there wasn't any real concern from fantasy managers regarding his availability. The 24-year-old has averaged a career-high 34.2 points, 9.5 assists, and 8.8 rebounds this season, meaning he needs to be included in every fantasy lineup imaginable.

Donovan Mitchell Sitting Against Orlando

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (illness) won't play on Thursday against the Magic. He did participate in shootaround on Thursday morning, so that's a good thing regarding his health. However, the 27-year-old will get the night off to rest. Isaac Okoro, averaging 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 24 starts this season, will […]

Brandon Ingram Out Versus Houston

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (illness) won't play on Thursday versus the Rockets. He has been under the weather, so he carried a questionable designation heading into this one. However, head coach Willie Green didn't rule out Ingram returning to the lineup for Friday's matchup against Miami. At any rate, CJ McCollum and Zion […]

Isaiah Hartenstein Will Play On Thursday

New York Knicks forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) will play on Thursday against the 76ers. The updates were positive over the last few days, so most had assumed Hartenstein would be back on the floor. However, head coach Tom Thibodeau indicated the 25-year-old would be under a "minutes guideline," meaning his fantasy ceiling could be significantly […]

Bradley Beal Won't Play Against Dallas

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (hamstring) won't play on Thursday versus Dallas. He tweaked his hamstring during a meeting with the Kings and didn't play the following night against Detroit, the Suns final game before the All-Star break. There was talk he'd be good to suit up. However, head coach Frank Vogel indicated Beal is […]

De'Anthony Melton Will Return On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) won't play on Thursday versus the Knicks. However, the 25-year-old will return to the court on Friday against the Cavaliers. Melton has been sidelined for over a month because of a back issue, so there's a good chance he'll be limited in his first game back. With Kyle Lowry […]

Isaiah Stewart Suspended By The League

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart will serve a three-game suspension for allegedly punching Suns forward Drew Eubanks on February 14. As a result, he won't play on Thursday versus the Pacers, and he'll also sit out meetings against the Magic and Knicks. The 22-year-old was out for eight games heading into the All-Star break because […]

Domantas Sabonis Doubtful Versus Spurs Thursday

Sacramento Kings forward/center Domantas Sabonis (illness) is doubtful heading into Thursday's meeting with the Spurs. He didn't practice on Wednesday, so most had assumed things were moving in this direction. However, now that he's officially doubtful, fantasy managers should start making alternative arrangements. Nonetheless, De'Aaron Fox should take on more of the scoring load without […]

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 […]