LaMelo Ball Now Questionable For Sunday Afternoon

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons. He had 24 points and 10 assist in Friday's narrow win over the San Antonio Spurs. However, the 23-year-old is now in danger of missing Sunday's contest because of ankle soreness. If Ball isn't available, KJ Simpson, who had 15 points, […]

Dennis Schroder Available Against The Hornets

Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Schroder (trade pending) is available for Sunday's matchup with the Hornets. The veteran has bounced around the National Basketball Association this season, suiting up for the Nets and Warriors before getting shipped to the Pistons ahead of the deadline. While he could have a rough time finding consistent minutes in Detroit, […]

Fred VanVleet Ruled Out Versus Toronto

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) isn't available for Sunday's clash with the Toronto Raptors. He injured his right ankle during the February 1 encounter against the Brooklyn Nets. As a result, the 30-year-old has missed the last four games. Without him, Amen Thompson should continue to handle most of the duties at the one […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Out Again On Sunday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) won't play on Sunday versus the visiting 76ers. He'll now miss his fourth-straight game because of a calf strain. In the meantime, Bobby Portis will presumably remain at the four spot. Portis has surged while Antetokounmpo has been on the shelf, especially in the last two games, combining for […]

Dalton Knecht Staying In Los Angeles

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the trade between the Lakers and Hornets involving center Mark Williams and guard Dalton Knecht was rescinded. The deal was contingent on both players passing a physical. While Knecht had a clean bill of health, it was a different story for Williams. Per Charania, the Lakers medical staff discovered "multiple […]

Mark Williams Fails Physical, Heading Back To Charlotte

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the trade between the Lakers and Hornets involving center Mark Williams and forward Dalton Knecht was voided. Both teams agreed on the deal ahead of the deadline. However, it was contingent on both players passing a physical. Per Charania, Williams failed his physical, with the Lakers medical staff finding "multiple […]

Luguentz Dort Out Versus Memphis

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (back) remains out for Saturday's game against Memphis. He wasn't available on Friday versus Toronto because of back spasms. As a result, Aaron Wiggins entered the starting lineup and finished with 18 points, one steal, and one block in 33 minutes of action. Isaiah Joe also received added minutes, […]

Jrue Holiday Won't Face The Knicks

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) won't suit up for Saturday's showdown with the Knicks. The veteran will now miss a second-straight game because of right shoulder impingement, an issue he's battled for nearly the entire 2024-25 campaign. Al Horford will presumably remain in the starting lineup. However, Payton Pritchard, amassing 21 points from off […]

OG Anunoby Out Versus The Celtics

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (foot) won't play on Saturday against Boston. He sprained his foot during a recent matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers. As a result, the 27-year-old will now miss his third-straight game on Saturday night. Without Anunoby, Precious Achiuwa, coming off an impressive 17-point, eight-rebound, three-steal, and two-block performance, should […]

Jalen Suggs Remains Sidelined On Saturday Night

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) remains out heading into Saturday's clash with the Spurs. He missed 10 games because of a back injury before returning for the January 25 meeting with the Pistons. However, the 23-year-old suffered a quad contusion in that one and will now miss his seventh-consecutive contest. Suggs hasn't done any […]

Chet Holmgren Sitting On Saturday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (hip, injury management) won't play on Saturday versus Memphis. The 22-year-old was available for Friday's win over the Toronto Raptors after missing nearly three months because of a hip injury. He logged 22 minutes, and although he didn't do much on the scoring end, he at least had five […]

Jimmy Butler Set For Warriors Debut On Saturday Night

According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler will play on Saturday against the Bulls. The veteran was recently acquired by the Warriors after suiting up for the Heat since the 2019-20 campaign. Throughout Butler's career, he has been a multi-time All-Star, averaging 18.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and […]

Austin Reaves Good To Go Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (elbow) will play on Saturday against the Pacers. He was listed as questionable for this one. However, he felt fine after pre-game warmups, so he's officially good to go. With LeBron James (ankle), Luka Doncic (calf), and Mark Williams (trade pending) all out, Reaves is a must-start in all […]

Mark Williams Ruled Out On Saturday

According to Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, center Mark Williams won't play on Saturday versus Indiana. The trade that will send him from Charlotte to Los Angeles isn't complete, although it looks like he'll make his debut on Monday against the Utah Jazz. Without Williams in the equation, Jaxson Hayes, who had 11 […]

Myles Turner Out Against The Lakers

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (neck) is out on Saturday against the Lakers. The 28-year-old has averaged 15.1 points, 6.6 boards, and 1.8 blocks this season, all down from the 2023-24 campaign. But he's only missed four games leading up to the meeting with the Lakers, so that's been a plus for fantasy managers. Until […]

LeBron James Resting On Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) won't play against the Pacers. King James had 42 points, 17 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and one block in Thursday's win over the Golden State Warriors. But as has been the case at times throughout the 2024-25 campaign, he'll take Saturday off to get some rest before […]

Anthony Davis Officially Set For Mavs Debut

Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (abdomen) is officially available for Saturday's meeting with Houston. It's a new era for the team, with AD arriving in Dallas from Los Angeles in exchange for Luka Doncic. As expected, he has had a quality year, averaging 25.7 points, 11.9 rebounds, 2.1 blocks, and 1.3 steals in 42 games […]

Luka Doncic Out Saturday, Expected To Play On Monday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (calf) is listed as out for Saturday's meeting with the Pacers. However, according to multiple reports, he is anticipated to make his Lakers debut on Monday night against the Utah Jazz. Doncic, who was traded to the Lakers in exchange for forward Anthony Davis, played his entire career with […]

Ben Simmons, Nets Agree To A Contract Buyout

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Nets and guard/forward Ben Simmons have agreed to a contract buyout. The 28-year-old was at his best while a member of the 76ers. However, after he was traded to Brooklyn, his production declined significantly. Simmons has averaged 13.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 1.5 steals in 365 regular-season […]

Anthony Davis Expected To Make Mavs Debut Saturday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Anthony Davis (abdomen) is probable for Saturday's game against the Rockets. Davis was sent to Dallas in exchange for Luka Doncic in what some consider to be the biggest trade in NBA history. As such, AD will now suit up for the third team of his career after averaging 24.2 points, 10.7 […]

P.J. Washington Off The Injury Report

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (personal) is off the injury report heading into Saturday's meeting with the Rockets. The 26-year-old missed the last three games because of a personal matter. But he'll make his return on the same day Anthony Davis (abdomen) is expected to make his Mavs debut. Washington, who will likely slide over […]

Fred VanVleet Ruled Out Again On Saturday

Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Mavericks. He tweaked his ankle during a meeting with the Brooklyn Nets on February 1 and has missed the last three games. As a result, Amen Thompson has been handling things at the one spot, so he should continue to see an increase […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Questionable Versus The Hawks

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is questionable for Friday's matchup with the Hawks. The 30-year-old wasn't available on Monday versus OKC. But he was upgraded to probable heading into Wednesday's game against the Hornets. However, Antetokounmpo was a late scratch for that one. Bobby Portis entered the starting lineup and had a massive showing, […]

Joel Embiid Off The Injury Report For Friday Night

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) is off the injury report ahead of Friday's game against the Pistons. The 2023 NBA MVP missed a month before returning for Tuesday's win over the Mavericks. Despite the layoff, he had an impressive showing, amassing 29 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. As expected, Embiid wasn't available on […]

Jamal Murray Ruled Out Versus Orlando

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is ruled out for Thursday's game against the visiting Magic. The veteran logged 36 minutes in Wednesday's 144-119 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. However, he popped up on the injury report on Thursday because of left knee inflammation. With Russell Westbrook (hamstring) also out, Julian Strawther and Jalen […]

Chet Holmgren Off The Injury Report For Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (hip) is off the injury report for Friday's matchup with the Raptors. The 22-year-old had an excellent start to the 2024-25 campaign, averaging 16.4 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks. However, he suffered a hip fracture during the Nov. 10 meeting with the Golden State Warriors and has been […]

Jalen Suggs Won't Play Versus Denver

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) isn't available for Thursday's meeting with Denver. He missed time because of a back injury but returned for the January 25 matchup with the Detroit Pistons. However, the 23-year-old suffered a quad contusion in that contest and will miss his sixth-straight game. Cole Anthony, who had 14 points, three […]

Jalen Suggs Remains Out On Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) won't play on Wednesday versus Sacramento. The 23-year-old missed 10 games because of a back injury before returning for the January 25 matchup with the Pistons. Unfortunately, he sustained a quad contusion and will now miss his fifth-straight game on Wednesday night. As a result, Cole Anthony, coming off […]

Andrew Wiggins Heading To Miami

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Warriors are trading forward Andrew Wiggins to the Heat in a multi-team deal that will also send Jimmy Butler to Golden State. The 2014 No. 1 overall pick had a rough season in 2023-24. However, he's turned things around this season, averaging 17.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. […]

Jonas Valanciunas Traded To The Kings

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Wizards are trading center Jonas Valanciunas to the Kings in exchange for guard Sidy Cissoko and two second-round picks. Sacramento recently moved De'Aaron Fox to San Antonio and acquired guard Zach LaVine. However, the Kings will add a quality big man to bolster their depth chart. Valanciunas has averaged […]