Dereck Lively II Won't Return Against Denver

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (ankle) was ruled out for the remainder of Tuesday's matchup with the Nuggets. Lively logged four points and a block. However, he played only four minutes before suffering a right ankle sprain. The 20-year-old has missed eight contests this season, so fantasy managers are hoping the latest injury won't […]

Aaron Gordon Good To Go Versus Dallas

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) will play in Tuesday's rematch versus the Mavericks. The veteran returned for Sunday's game between both squads after missing nine games because of a calf strain, his second stint on the shelf because of the issue this season. He was decent in his first game back, accumulating 13 points, […]

Nikola Jokic Officially Cleared To Suit Up On Tuesday

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (illness) will play on Tuesday against Dallas. The 29-year-old missed a few games recently due to an illness. Fortunately, he's been on the floor for Denver's previous two contests, combining for 54 points, 30 boards, 24 assists, and seven steals. With that in mind, Jokic has a favorable outlook versus […]

Goga Bitadze Questionable Against Milwaukee

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks. The 25-year-old has had an excellent season, averaging career-highs in points (9.6), rebounds (8.2), and blocks (1.6). He exited Sunday's game versus Philly after logging just 12 minutes of action and is now in danger of missing Wednesday's contest because of […]

Jeremy Sochan Out Again On Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (back) won't play in Wednesday's meeting with Memphis. He'll now miss a third-consecutive game because of back spasms. Fortunately, Stephon Castle has shown signs of life of late, amassing 23 points and two steals as a member of the starting lineup on Monday night against the Los Angeles Lakers. […]

Jalen Brunson Expected To Play Versus Philly

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (shoulder) is expected to play on Wednesday versus the 76ers. Brunson injured his shoulder during Sunday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks. But it didn't stop him from finishing the day with 44 points. The 28-year-old was also probable heading into Monday's loss to Detroit. However, he was on the […]

Tyrese Haliburton Out On Tuesday

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (groin) won't play on Tuesday versus the Cavs. Head coach Rick Carlisle clarified Halliburton's ailment, reporting he's been bothered by a groin issue as opposed to a hamstring injury. For now, the 24-year-old is considered day-to-day. Haliburton is having a down year compared to last, averaging 18.1 points, 8.8 assists, […]

Immanuel Quickley Won't Play On Wednesday Night

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hip) will miss Wednesday's game against the Celtics. The former Knick has been banged up all year, missing time because of a pelvic contusion and an elbow injury. But now a hip strain will keep him off the floor for a second-straight contest. Without Quickley, Davion Mitchell will likely remain […]

Dejounte Murray Will Play On Tuesday Evening

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) will play on Tuesday against the Chicago Bulls. The former Hawk has turned up the volume on the statistical end of late, averaging 18.4 points, 8.0 assists, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.9 steals in seven appearances in January. But he could be even more productive versus the Bulls, a […]

Deni Avdija Questionable Versus Brooklyn

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Nets. The former Wizard got off to a slow start to begin his career in Portland. However, he's turned it around, averaging 17.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 1.3 steals in six games this month. With Jerami Grant (face) already ruled out, […]

Anthony Davis Will Suit Up Versus San Antonio

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) will play on Monday against the Spurs. As expected, AD has had a monster 2024-25 campaign. However, he's only missed two games this season, which is what fantasy managers have appreciated the most. Davis has averaged 29.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, 1.0 blocks, and 1.0 steals in two meetings […]

LeBron James Active Versus The Spurs

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is active heading into Monday's meeting with the Spurs. The multi-time All-Star has been dealing with a foot injury all year. However, he was listed as probable for this one, so most assumed he would be out there on Monday night. With that in mind, James is always […]

Jeremy Sochan Won't Play On Monday Night

San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (back) has been ruled out heading into Monday's game versus the Lakers. The 21-year-old will now miss a second-straight contest because of low back tightness. The Spurs don't play again until Wednesday versus Memphis, so there's a chance he could be back for that one. But in the meantime, […]

Ben Simmons Uncertain For Tuesday Night

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back, knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Portland. The Nets will play back-to-back games on Tuesday and Wednesday, so Simmons will miss at least one of them. While the former 76er hasn't been a consistent fantasy contributor during the 2024-25 campaign, he's had his moments of production, recently amassing […]

Cameron Johnson Has A Chance To Return On Tuesday

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Blazers. The 28-year-old has had the best season of his career in 2024-25. He also stayed relatively healthy until missing the last five games because of a sprained right ankle. The Nets are hurting entering Tuesday night, with D'Angelo Russell (shin), Ben […]

Bam Adebayo Ruled Out On Monday Night

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Clippers. The big man was listed as available to begin the day. However, after he was downgraded to questionable, he'll now miss his first game of the 2024-25 campaign. Jimmy Butler (suspension) remains out, so the team could rely more […]

Dejounte Murray Expected To Play On Tuesday Night

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow) is probable for Tuesday's matchup with the Bulls. The 28-year-old missed over a month to begin the season because of a fractured hand. While he's appeared on the injury report since returning, he hasn't missed any time. Murray is also playing better than at any point in the […]

Aaron Gordon Expected To Suit Up Versus Dallas

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) is probable for Tuesday's rematch with the Mavs. The veteran returned for Sunday's meeting between the clubs after spending time on the shelf because of a calf strain, an injury he's battled all year. He came off the bench, amassing 13 points, six boards, and one block. With that […]

Jamal Murray Expected To Play Against Dallas

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is expected to play in Tuesday's matchup with Dallas. As expected, he's on the injury report. However, barring a setback, the 27-year-old should be out there against the Mavericks. Murray hasn't had the best year, averaging 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.0 assists while shooting 37.2% from behind the […]

Nikola Jokic Probable For Tuesday Evening

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (illness) is probable for Tuesday's game against Dallas. The multi-time MVP has been under the weather, keeping him off the floor for recent meetings with the Celtics and Clippers. However, he's appeared in Denver's previous two contests, combining for 54 points, 30 rebounds, 24 assists, and seven steals, so it […]

Joel Embiid Remains Out On Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot) won't play on Tuesday night versus OKC. The veteran is averaging 24.4 points and 7.9 rebounds this season, a significant decline from the 2023-24 campaign. Even worse, he's only appeared in 13 games. At this point, fantasy managers are starting to lose hope about his long-term ability to remain […]

LeBron James Probable For Monday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is probable heading into Monday's matchup with the Spurs. The unfortunate situation in Los Angeles surrounding the wildfires has resulted in the team postponing their last two contests. However, despite not playing a game in nearly a week, the multi-time All-Star remains on the injury report because of […]

Jalen Brunson Briefly Exits Sunday's Win Over Milwaukee

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (shoulder) finished with 44 points in Sunday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks. He added six assists, five rebounds, and one steal. The 28-year-old briefly exited the contest after suffering a right shoulder injury, although he was able to return to lead the Knicks to an impressive victory. Fortunately, it […]

John Collins Out Again On Sunday Night

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) remains out on Sunday versus the Nets. The 27-year-old has played in only one of Utah's previous 10 games. But he's listed as out due to injury management purposes, so it appears he's nearing a return. Fantasy managers have enjoyed Collins' production this season, with the veteran averaging 17.9 […]

Royce O'Neale Likely To Return Versus Charlotte

Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (ankle) is expected to play on Sunday night against the Hornets. The veteran, who has averaged a career-high 10.5 points this season, missed the Suns' previous six games because of a sprained ankle. While O'Neale will likely get on the floor, he could have trouble doing anything meaningful for fantasy […]

Jusuf Nurkic Out On Sunday Night

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (illness) won't play on Sunday night versus Charlotte. The veteran has been the subject of trade talks of late, with recent reports suggesting the Suns have had discussions with the Hornets about a potential swap. But for now, he remains in Phoenix, although he likely wouldn't have played even if […]

Suns, Hornets Hold "Preliminary" Talks Surrounding Jusuf Nurkic

According to Evan Sidery of Forbes, the Suns and Hornets have had "preliminary" talks surrounding a trade involving center Jusuf Nurkic, with the deal involving Hornets center Nick Richards. The 30-year-old has had one of the worst seasons of his career, averaging 8.6 points and 9.2 rebounds. He's also missed 10 games this season while […]

Aaron Gordon Plans To Suit Up On Sunday

According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) plans to play on Sunday versus the Mavericks. The 29-year-old, who is averaging only 13.7 points this season, has been burdened by a calf strain. He missed time because of the ailment back in November. However, Gordon aggravated the injury during the Christmas […]

Jerami Grant Still Dealing With Jaw And Neck Soreness

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (face) was ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against Miami, marking his seventh consecutive absence. Head coach Chauncey Billups indicated Grant is still dealing with "a lot of jaw and neck soreness." However, the team plans to "ramp him up in the next couple of days." The 30-year-old has […]

Cameron Johnson Still Out On Sunday

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus Utah. He's had the best season of his career in 2024-25, averaging 19.5 points, 4.3 boards, and 43.6% shooting from behind the arc. Unfortunately, after the 2019 No. 11 overall pick appeared in 32 of Brooklyn's first 34 contests, he'll now miss a fifth […]