Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Out Versus Phoenix

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle, hip) won't play on Friday night versus the Suns. The 24-year-old scored 39 points in 41 minutes during the narrow overtime loss to Utah on Thursday, so he may be just getting a night off to rest. Nevertheless, without SGA in the lineup, Josh Giddey is the favorite to […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Won't Return On Friday

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) won't return to Friday's matchup against the Miami Heat. The multi-time MVP was listed as doubtful heading into this one. However, his night is now over after injuring his right knee in the first quarter, finishing with four points, four rebounds, and four assists in six minutes. Considering his […]

Goran Dragic Won't Play Against The Nets

Chicago Bulls guard Goran Dragic (knee) won't play on Friday night against the Brooklyn Nets. The veteran has a sore left knee, so he'll now miss his third straight contest. Dragic has averaged only 6.4 points in 15.4 minutes per game this season, meaning he wouldn't have drawn much interest on the fantasy end anyway. […]

Quin Snyder Offered Hawks Coaching Job

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Hawks have made an offer to Quin Snyder to fill the vacant head coaching position. Both sides are working toward an agreement, and it will be Snyder's first coaching gig since leaving the Jazz in 2022. The 56-year-old has an impressive resume, including leading Utah to six […]

Fred VanVleet Out Again On Saturday

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet will miss Saturday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He's away from the team for a personal matter, so he won't be available for the second consecutive game. As a result, head coach Nick Nurse will likely continue to give his starting lineup plenty of minutes. At the same time, Jeff […]

Wil Lutz Agrees To Modified Salary

According to ESPN's Field Yates, kicker Wil Lutz has agreed to a new salary with the Saints. With New Orleans looking to create cap space, the 28-year-old will be paid $1.5 million less, although he could earn more through incentives. Lutz is coming off the worst year of his career, missing eight of his 31 […]

DeAndre Hopkins Could Remain With Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins could remain with the team, according to Darren Urban of Word From The Birds. "I had a great talk with D-Hop a couple weeks ago," commented general manager Monti Ossenfort during a radio appearance. "I'm excited to work with him. I think any roster decisions like that, we are […]

Jessie Bates III "As Good As Gone" From Cincinnati

Cincinnati Bengals safety Jessie Bates III is "as good as gone," according to Jay Morrison of The Athletic, who also covers the team. The 25-year-old has spent his entire five-year career in Cincinnati, amassing 478 total tackles, 43 passes defensed, and 14 interceptions. The Bengals and Bates couldn't agree on a long-term extension last offseason, […]

Mac Jones Not Getting Traded

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones won't be traded this offseason, according to Tom Curran of NBC Sports Boston. There had been rumblings that the signal-caller could be on the move, primarily after he struggled last season while reportedly being on rocky terms with head coach Bill Belichick. However, with Bill O'Brien now running the […]

Dalton Schultz Not Expected To Get Tagged

According to NFL insider Matt Verderame, the Cowboys are not expected to use the franchise tag on tight end Dalton Schultz. The 26-year-old had the best season of his career in 2021, prompting Dallas to tag him for nearly $11 million heading into the 2022-23 campaign. He finished last season with 57 catches for 577 […]

Colt McCoy Will Be Limited This Offseason

According to owner Michael Bidwill, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy (undisclosed) will be limited during the offseason. The 36-year-old started a few games last season after Kyler Murray (knee) went down with a torn ACL. However, McCoy suffered a concussion, forcing him to miss the remainder of the 2022-23 campaign. It's unknown exactly what is […]

Matt Patricia Interviewing For Broncos DC Job

According to NFL Network, Matt Patricia interviewed for the Broncos' vacant defensive coordinator spot. The 48-year-old held the same role in New England for five seasons before spending nearly three seasons as the head coach of the Lions. However, after he was fired, he returned to the Patriots, mainly serving as the senior football advisor […]

Nate McMillan Fired On Tuesday

According to senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hawks fired head coach Nate McMillan on Tuesday. The 58-year-old had compiled a 99-80 record in Atlanta. However, despite the addition of Dejounte Murray, the Hawks have struggled during the season, including losing eight of 13 games heading into the All-Star break. McMillan also had tension with […]

Jamal Murray To Return Versus Cleveland

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) said he'll play on Thursday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. It's certainly good news, considering the 25-year-old missed the previous six games heading into the All-Star break because of right knee inflammation. Murray has played well this season despite missing time, averaging 20.2 points, the second-best average of his career, […]

Malik Monk Says He'll Play On Thursday

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) stated he'll play on Thursday night against the Portland Trail Blazers. Head coach Mike Brown had already indicated Monk would be back after the All-Star break, so it appears the 25-year-old will return to the lineup after missing his previous two games because of a sprained right ankle. The […]

Stephen Curry Does Non-Contact Work

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (leg) participated in non-contact drills after Tuesday's practice, according to C.J. Holmes of the San Francisco Chronicle. Curry sustained a left leg injury against the Mavericks on February 4 and has missed the Dubs' last five games as a result. He's expected to be re-evaluated soon, although he remains […]

Sam Howell Still Considered No. 1 Option

Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell remains the No. 1 option on the depth chart heading into next season. Despite the hiring of offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, the stance on the fifth-round pick hasn't changed, although the team still plans on bringing in a veteran backup while looking to bolster the offensive line. Howell appeared in […]

49ers Unlikely To Pick Up Option On Javon Kinlaw

According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, the 49ers are unlikely to exercise the fifth-year option on defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw, which would pay him over $10 million in 2024-25. The 25-year-old was taken with the No. 14 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Since then, he's totaled 45 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and 1.0 interceptions […]

Steelers To Add Aaron Curry To Coaching Staff

The Steelers plan to hire Aaron Curry as the new linebackers coach. Curry, a top-five pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, spent the last four seasons with Seattle, where he helped mold a Seahawks defense that exceeded expectations. Curry will replace Brian Flores, who recently filled the Vikings' vacant defensive coordinator position.

Daniel Jones Hiring New Representation

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones plans to hire new representation, reportedly dropping CAA in favor of Athletes First. The signal-caller, who had his fifth-year option declined by the Giants last offseason, finished the season with 3,205 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and five picks. He also had a career-high 708 rushing yards off 120 attempts […]

Lonzo Ball May Be Shut Down

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) continues to experience complications resulting from a meniscus tear suffered in January 2022. Although the former UCLA Bruin has been rehabbing ever since, he hasn't been running or cutting. As a result, K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago reported that the expectation coming out of the All-Star break is […]

Kyle Lowry Hoping To Return By End Of February

Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (knee) hopes to return by the end of February. The 36-year-old missed the last six games heading into the All-Star break because of left knee soreness. However, things appear to be moving in the right direction, which is good news. In the meantime, Gabe Vincent should remain in the starting […]

Cody Zeller Nearing Deal With The Heat

According to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, the Heat are nearing an agreement with free-agent center Cody Zeller. The 2013 No. 4 overall pick has spent most of his career in Charlotte before most recently spending 27 games with Portland in 2021-22. He's averaged 8.5 points and 6.0 rebounds during his career and […]

Kevin Love Plans To Sign With Miami

According to ESPN senior NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski, free-agent forward Kevin Love will sign with the Miami Heat after clearing waivers. The 24-year-old, who recently reached a buyout agreement with the Cleveland Cavaliers, has averaged 17.2 points, 10.5 rebounds, and shot 37.2% from deep in his 15 seasons of service. Love was only used sporadically […]

Bailey Zappe To Start In 2023-24?

According to Sports Illustrated senior NFL reporter Albert Breer, there isn't a "massive gap" between New England Patriots quarterbacks Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. Jones saw his numbers drop in his second year in the league, finishing with 2,997 passing yards and 14 touchdowns. The former Alabama signal-caller also had some disagreements with head coach […]

DeAngelo Hall Joining Carolina's Coaching Staff

The Panthers hired former defensive back DeAngelo Hall on Saturday to serve as the assistant defensive backs coach. The three-time Pro-Bowler had a career that spanned 14 seasons, suiting up for the Falcons, Raiders, and Washington. Hall is one of the latest additions to new head coach Frank Reich's staff, where he'll be tasked with […]

Shawn Jefferson Hired By Carolina

The Panthers hired Shawn Jefferson to serve as the team's wide receivers coach. The 53-year-old has 17 years of NFL coaching experience under his belt, holding positions with the Lions, Titans, Dolphins, New York Jets, and most recently, the Arizona Cardinals, where he was the wide receivers coach and associate head coach. With that said, […]

Deebo Samuel Won't Be Traded To New England

According to Sports Illustrated senior NFL reporter Albert Breer, the 49ers have no plans on dealing wide receiver Deebo Samuel. There were rumors that the wideout could be on the move, with the Patriots emerging as a potential suitor. However, per Breer, who spoke with "somebody who'd absolutely know on this," San Francisco isn't trading […]

Mac Jones Reportedly Not Guaranteed To Start In 2023-24

According to NFL journalist Albert Breer, there isn't a "massive gap" internally between New England Patriots quarterbacks Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. Head coach Bill Belichick didn't answer when asked at the end of the season if Jones would remain the team's starter moving ahead. As a result, the former Alabama signal-caller could be in […]

Aaron Rodgers Still Jets' Preferred Option

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers remains the Jets' top priority heading into the 2023-24 campaign. Although New York had free-agent Derek Carr in for a visit, Rodgers is the preferred option. The multi-time MVP struggled somewhat last season after No. 1 wideout Davante Adams was dealt to the […]