Derrick Rose Heading Back To New York

The New York Knicks acquired guard Derrick Rose on Sunday from the Pistons. In exchange, guard Dennis Smith Jr. will head to Detroit along with a 2021 second-round pick (via Charlotte). The veteran will be landing in the Big Apple for the second time in his career, having been a member of the Knicks during […]

OG Anunoby Could Return Soon

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (calf) could make his return soon, potentially during the team's remaining road trip games. The 23-year-old, who has missed time due to a strain in his left calf, is averaging a career-high 14.6 points during the 2021 campaign. Upon returning to the lineup, Norman Powell will likely head back to […]

Mike Muscala Injured On Saturday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Mike Muscala (face) exited prematurely during Saturday's matchup against the Timberwolves. The veteran, who took an elbow to the face in the fourth quarter, was having an efficient outing, scoring 22 points throughout 24 minutes from the bench. With the team potentially down both Muscala and Isaiah Roby (foot) for its […]

De’Anthony Melton Dealing With Shoulder Issue

Memphis Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) did not return to Saturday night's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 22-year-old sustained a shoulder sprain while going after a loose ball, forcing him to exit in the third quarter. Melton is averaging a career-high 10.4 points across 22 minutes while also shooting 41.5 percent from deep […]

James Wiseman May Return On Thursday Night

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (wrist) could return on Thursday against the visiting Orlando Magic. The No. 2 overall pick has been dealing with a sprained left wrist, an injury that he sustained at the end of January. With the team down Kevon Looney (ankle), who will be out for the next week or […]

Caris LeVert Back At Practice

Indiana Pacers guard Caris Levert (illness) has reportedly returned after being observed participating in practice. The 26-year-old, who has yet to play for the team since being acquired from Brooklyn in January, underwent successful surgery a few weeks ago to remove a tumor in his kidney. Although a timetable for his debut is uncertain at […]

Mike Conley Won’t Play Against Pacers

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) will not play on Sunday against the Pacers. The veteran has been dealing with some tightness in the area, and as a result, the team opted to play it safe by keeping him out. Conley has dealt with this issue in the past, so it wouldn't be a surprise […]

Kyrie Irving Expected Back Against Detroit

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (finger) should be good to go for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons, according to head coach Steve Nash. The veteran suffered a sprain on his right index finger on Friday against the Toronto Raptors, which ultimately forced him to miss Saturday's Eastern Conference showdown with the Philadelphia 76ers. Fantasy managers […]

Kevin Durant To Miss Three Games

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) will be out during the team's next three contests. The veteran was reportedly in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, and to adhere with league rules, he won't be in the lineup against Philadelphia, Detroit, and Indiana. In his absence, Jeff Green should […]

Larry Nance Jr. Cleared To Play

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) will play on Saturday night against the visiting Bucks. The veteran has been dealing with a sprain as of late, forcing him to miss the team's previous three games. As a result, look for Taurean Prince to head back to the bench while also potentially seeing a decrease […]

Al Horford Sitting On Saturday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder center Al Horford (load management) will not play on Saturday night against the Timberwolves. The 34-year-old will be out for the second of a back-to-back for rest, which will open the door for Mike Muscala to potentially see a noticeable increase in production. Muscala played 25 minutes on Friday night, finishing with […]

Jeff Green To Start On Saturday

Brooklyn Nets forward Jeff Green will start on Saturday night against Philadelphia. With Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) held out after reportedly coming in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, the veteran will slide in at the four spot. Green is averaging 9.5 points and nearly five rebounds in 10 games as […]

Kevin Durant Out Against Philly

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) won't play on Saturday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran was yanked early on Friday night against the Raptors after he reportedly was exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19. In his place, Jeff Green should get some extra run as a member of the […]

Lauri Markkanen Officially Out

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) won't play on Saturday night against Orlando. The 23-year-old exited prematurely after suffering the injury against the Magic in the first of a back-to-back series. In his place, Thaddeus Young, who had 15 points on Friday night, will slide in at the four spot. Fantasy managers should keep him […]

Naz Reid Probable On Saturday Evening

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (wrist) is expected to play on Saturday against OKC. The 21-year-old has been dealing with the ailment for quite some time but has played through it for the most part. With Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) still out after missing his previous 11 games due to COVID-19, Reid should continue to get […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Out Again

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) is out once again against the Thunder. Towns hasn't played since the middle of January, missing his previous 11 games due to COVID-19. In his place, Naz Reid (wrist), who had 17 points and nine rebounds against OKC on Friday night, should fill-in on Saturday.

P.J. Dozier Out Again

Denver Nuggets forward P.J. Dozier (hamstring) is out on Saturday against Sacramento. The 24-year-old has missed his previous four games, so his absence against the Kings isn't a surprise by any means. In his stead, Paul Millsap and Michael Porter Jr. should see expanded roles.

Jamal Murray Labeled A Game-Time Decision

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is questionable heading into Saturday's matchup against Sacramento. Murray has been dealing with soreness since Thursday's loss to the Lakers and will potentially try things out before opening tip. If he doesn't play, Monte Morris will likely fill in, with the 25-year-old logging 16 points across 26 minutes off […]

Larry Nance Jr. Has A Chance To Play

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) has a chance to play on Saturday night against Milwaukee. The veteran has been dealing with a sprain as of late, forcing him to miss the team's previous three games. While he has progressed to light shooting over the last few days and still could make an appearance, […]

Kevin Huerter Likely To Suit Up Against Toronto

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) is probable to suit up against the Raptors on Saturday. Huerter has been dealing with soreness but was still able to see the floor against the Utah Jazz on Thursday night, finishing with 16 points and three steals. He should be considered for all DFS lineups, primarily if Trae […]

Trae Young Questionable Against Visiting Raptors

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (calf) has been deemed questionable heading into Saturday's matchup against the Raptors. The third-year man out of Oklahoma wasn't in the lineup on Thursday night against the Jazz and may be forced to miss his second-straight while working his way back from the injury. If he is indeed absent against […]

Otto Porter Out Against Magic

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (back) won't play against the Magic on Saturday. The veteran has missed his previous two games due to spasms, and while he had a shot at playing against Orlando, he will sit out another one. In his place, look for Thaddeus Young and Denzel Valentine, who had 14 points and […]

Lauri Markkanen Doubtful Against Orlando

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) is unlikely to play on Saturday against Orlando. The 23-year-old suffered the injury during the first meeting of the series against the Magic and was forced to exit prematurely as a result. If he is indeed confirmed out, look for Thaddeus Young (back), who had 15 points throughout 32 […]

Thaddeus Young Probable On Saturday

Chicago Bulls forward Thaddeus Young (back) is probable to play during the team's second-straight meeting against the Magic. The veteran emerged from Friday's matchup against Orlando with back spasms but should be good to go on Saturday evening. With the Bulls down Otto Porter Jr. (back) and potentially Lauri Markkanen (shoulder), Young should be considered […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (2/6/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

The weekend is here, and hopefully, everyone is enjoying it. On Friday night, Nikola Vucevic led the slate in production by finishing 73.8 fantasy points against the Chicago Bulls. On the value end, Alex Len nearly hit 10 times his value after Washington’s win over the Miami Heat. Other notable performances came from Pascal Siakam, […]

Patrick Beverley Out Again On Friday Evening

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley (knee) will not suit up on Friday night against the Celtics. This will mark the veteran's seventh-straight absence while he continues to deal with a knee issue. In his absence, Reggie Jackson, who was held scoreless on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers throughout 23 minutes of work, should get […]

Paul George Questionable Against Boston

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Paul George (foot) is questionable on Friday against Boston. The veteran has been dealing with soreness in his right foot that appears to have stemmed from his 36-point performance against the Cavaliers on Wednesday night. George was a late addition to the injury report, so it wouldn't be a surprise if […]

Raul Neto Will Sit Out On Friday Night

Washington Wizards guard Raul Neto (groin) will not play on Friday against the Miami Heat. The 28-year-old has missed his previous three games already while working his way back from a groin issue. In his stead, Ish Smith should continue to see an uptick in minutes, serving as relief for Russell Westbrook.

Larry Nance Jr. To Miss Another Game On Friday Night

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) will not play on Friday against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks. The 28-year-old will miss his third-straight contest while working his way back from a sprained wrist. With Kevin Love (calf) out of the lineup as well, expect Taurean Prince, who had only seven points throughout 28 minutes against […]

Aron Baynes Likely To Play Against Brooklyn

Toronto Raptors center Aron Baynes (groin) is probable on Friday against the Nets. The 34-year-old has been dealing with the nagging injury, but he should be good to go against a Brooklyn team that has had issues defending underneath the rim. The veteran has played at least 23 minutes in each of his previous four […]