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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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Paul George Available On Wednesday
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (finger) will suit up versus the Heat on Wednesday night. The veteran has been banged up all season. However, a finger injury has kept him off the floor for Philadelphia's last five contests. With Joel Embiid (knee) sidelined, George could be more productive than usual, although his presence could mean […]
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Cameron Johnson Returning Versus Washington
Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) will play against the Wizards on Wednesday night. He has had the best year of his career. However, an ankle injury has kept him off the floor for Brooklyn's previous six games. With that in mind, Johnson is a must-start in all fantasy setups. But his presence could mean […]
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Marcus Smart Will Play On Wednesday
Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (finger) will play on Wednesday versus Toronto. The veteran hasn't been on the court since December 23, so he'll likely operate under a minutes restriction. But with Desmond Bane (ankle) ruled out, Smart could see enough minutes to justify his presence in fantasy lineups against one of the worst teams […]
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Brook Lopez Available On Wednesday Night
Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (back) will play against the Hornets. The veteran missed his first game of the 2024-25 campaign on Monday versus OKC due to back soreness. But the Bucks also didn't have Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Bobby Portis (personal), and Damian Lillard (groin). However, with Lopez, Antetokounmpo, Portis, and Lillard all available, guys […]
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Bobby Portis Returning Against Charlotte
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (personal) will play on Wednesday against Charlotte. He missed the last six games due to a personal matter. But he was upgraded to probable on Tuesday night, so fantasy managers had hope he would be back. Portis will likely head back to the bench, considering Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Damian Lillard […]
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Damian Lillard Will Play Versus The Hornets
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (groin) will play against Charlotte. The former Trail Blazer missed Monday's loss to the Thunder because of a groin injury. He was listed as questionable for this contest as of Tuesday night. However, Lillard was upgraded to probable on Wednesday afternoon. The Bucks will also have Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Brook […]
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Good To Go Versus Charlotte
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Wednesday's matchup with Charlotte. The multi-time All-Star wasn't available for Monday's loss to OKC. He appeared in line to miss another contest. But Antetokounmpo was upgraded to probable on Wednesday afternoon. With Damian Lillard (groin), Bobby Portis (personal), and Brook Lopez (back) also available, it will […]
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Chris Boucher Cleared For Action On Wednesday
Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (illness) will play on Wednesday against Memphis. The 32-year-old didn't suit up on Tuesday versus the Knicks. However, he'll be back on the floor. Boucher also could draw the start, with Jakob Poeltl (hip) ruled out for this one. But even if he isn't in the starting lineup, he could […]
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Jakob Poeltl Ruled Out Versus The Grizzlies
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. Poeltl lasted only 15 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks. But he'll now miss his first game since December 26 due to a hip pointer. If Chris Boucher (illness) is available, he'll likely take over at the five. However, if […]
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RJ Barrett Still Out On Wednesday
Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (concussion) won't play in Wednesday's game against Memphis. The former Duke Blue Devil wasn't available for Tuesday's matchup versus the Knicks, his former team. As a result, Ja'Kobe Walter remained in the starting lineup, finishing with 13 points in 29 minutes. With Jakob Poeltl (hip) and Immanuel Quickley (hip) also […]
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Immanuel Quickley Won't Suit Up Versus Memphis
Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hip, injury management) won't play in Wednesday's game against Memphis. The former Knick had nine points, five assists, and one steal versus his former team on Tuesday night. But since Quickley has been banged up all year, he'll take the night off to rest. Jakob Poeltl (hip) and RJ Barrett […]
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