Darius Garland Remains Sidelined on Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. The dynamic combo guard is still recovering from toe surgery during the offseason, but his return is on the horizon. While he remains sidelined, Lonzo Ball will see some more minutes off of the bench while Jaylon Tyson […]

OG Anunoby Listed as Probable on Friday

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (ankle) is likely to play again on Friday against the Boston Celtics. He's still listed on the injury report with a left ankle sprain, but has picked up a probable tag. The 28-year-old had the same injury status heading into their season opener and played 38 minutes in the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Likely to Play Friday Against Raptors

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (toe) is back on the injury report, but he should still be in the lineup on Friday. He's listed as probable while dealing with a toe sprain on his left foot. Over the last few seasons, Antetokounmpo's appearance on the injury report has been a common theme. Most of the […]

Zaccharie Risacher Questionable Against Magic

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) has drawn a questionable tag ahead of Friday's matchup with the Orlando Magic. The former number-one pick was able to play in the team's season opener and registered 16 points, two rebounds, and one block across 21 minutes. Since then, he appeared on the injury report with a right […]

Andrew Nembhard Leaves Thursday With Shoulder Soreness

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) was forced to exit Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter due to left shoulder soreness. While defending Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nembhard got his arm tied up and bent a bit further than it should have. Before leaving, Nembhard posted four points, four assists, one rebound, […]

There's "Cautious Optimism" Around Christian Braun Signing Contract Extension

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun is up for a contract extension that was rumored to be close to done back in June. Fast forward to October, and there hasn't been anything signed, but Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports that there is "cautious optimism" that Braun and the Nuggets agree on an extension before the deadline […]

Nikola Topic Has Third-Year Option Picked Up

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic (groin) will be sticking around for at least one more season on his rookie deal. The 12th-overall pick from the 2024 NBA Draft, unfortunately, hasn't appeared in his first game yet, but the team still picked up his third-year worth $5.4 million next season. Topic missed his first full […]

Thunder Pick Up Fourth-Year Option for Cason Wallace

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace will be with the team for at least one more season. The former 10th overall pick remains on his rookie contract, so the last two years have been team options. He's currently making $5.8 million for this coming season, and the Thunder picked up his fourth-year option next season […]

Nets Waive Kobe Bufkin

The Brooklyn Nets have waived guard Kobe Bufkin, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The Nets traded cash considerations over the offseason for the former 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Unfortunately, Bufkin never really found his footing with Atlanta over the past two seasons, and a shoulder surgery cut his season short last […]

Haywood Highsmith Suffers Setback While Rehabbing Knee

Brooklyn Nets forward Haywood Highsmith (knee) underwent a procedure on his right meniscus in August and has been on a rehab plan since. The team announced that Highsmith experienced swelling in his knee, so they performed an evaluation and determined that he will need to follow a modified rehab program. They are going to re-evaluate […]

Trey McBride an Elite Option Again in Week 7

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride posted season highs in fantasy points and position finish in Week 6 with Jacoby Brissett under center. His value particularly shines in PPR formats, especially after receiving 11 targets in that matchup with the Indianapolis Colts. In Week 7, he'll go up against the Green Bay Packers, who are […]

Greg Dortch Seemingly a Dart Throw Option Against Packers

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch posted his best game of the season in Week 6 due to a couple of injuries to the receiver corps. He finished as the WR32 in half-PPR formats with three receptions for nine yards and a touchdown on three targets from Jacoby Brissett. Marvin Harrison Jr. is set to […]

Michael Wilson Not a Trustworthy Option in Week 7

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson has yet to crack the top 40 at his position through the first six weeks of the season. His Week 6 performance of four catches for 44 yards equated to his best finish of the year at WR41 in half-PPR formats. To make matters worse, his average finish is […]

Marvin Harrison Jr. has High-End WR3 Value Against Packers

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. cleared the NFL's concussion protocol just in time to practice Friday and be removed from the injury report. He was only able to play in 23% of the team's snaps in Week 6, which led to just the two targets, two catches, and 32 yards. Week 7 carries […]

Michael Carter Holds Low-End Flex Value in Week 7

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter is set to receive more opportunities after a third member of the backfield went down with an injury in Emari Demercado (ankle). During the Week 6 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts, Carter saw 44% of the snap share after getting 58% against the Tennessee Titans in Week 5. Against […]

Kyler Murray Could Have QB2 Value Against Packers

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (foot) has officially received a questionable status for their Week 7 matchup with the Green Bay Packers after a week of limited practices. Jacoby Brissett filled in admirably for Murray in Week 6 and even led the team to their most passing yards and touchdowns so far this season. Their […]

Bam Knight is a Risky Flex Play in Week 7

Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight was dealing with a knee injury earlier in the week, but was a full participant in Thursday and Friday's practice, so he's good to go. In their Week 6 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, Knight saw a 51% snap share and finished as a high-end RB2 in half-PPR leagues. […]

Jacoby Brissett Could be a Low-End Streaming Option in Week 7

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett may be in line for another spot start while Kyler Murray (foot) remains questionable ahead of their Week 7 matchup with the Green Bay Packers. The fact that the Cardinals enter their bye week after this game could encourage them to be more cautious with Murray. With that being said, […]

Jeremy Sochan Won't Play in Season Opener

San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (wrist) was cleared from his calf injury a couple of weeks ago, but a new injury will keep him out of the season opener. According to ESPN, the fourth-year forward is dealing with a sprained left wrist that he suffered during a 5-on-5 drill while coming back from his […]

AJ Green, Bucks Agree to Contract Extension

Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green has agreed to his first extension with the team on Thursday. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Green and the Bucks agreed to a four-year extension worth $45 million, which is fully guaranteed. The 26-year-old went from 35 appearances and 9.9 minutes per contest in his rookie season to 73 games […]

Jaylen Brown Considered Day-to-Day with Hamstring Tightness

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hamstring) tweaked his hamstring during Wednesday's preseason game against the Toronto Raptors. He hasn't fully returned to practice yet, but it seems like he's trending in the right direction. Head coach Joe Mazzulla called his status day-to-day, and Brown was able to participate in everything but the live portion. The […]

Jaden Ivey Will Miss Four Weeks After Knee Surgery

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (knee) will have to wait a bit longer to make his debut after undergoing knee surgery on Thursday. The 23-year-old hasn't played a regular-season game since January 1 of last season after suffering a fibula injury that shortened his year to only 30 appearances. According to head coach J.B. Bickerstaff […]

Paul George Expected to Miss Season Opener

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (knee) is still recovering from offseason knee surgery and hasn't received the green light to play in any of the team's preseason contests. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the nine-time All-Star will not be available for the team's season opener on October 22. Charania reports that George should be ready […]

Joel Embiid Set to Make Preseason Debut on Friday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been on a long and well-documented road to recovery as his knees continue to ail him as his career goes on. He last played on February 22 against the Brooklyn Nets and the team has played it safe with him ever since. He underwent another knee surgery and […]

Moses Moody Shut Down for Rest of Preseason

Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (calf) will miss the rest of the preseason due to a calf injury that he suffered during practice. ESPN's Anthony Slater reports that head coach Steve Kerr and the team are hopeful that Moody can return for the season opener. Kerr also said that he's "not too concerned," which […]

Kel'el Ware Responding Well to Erik Spoelstra's Challenge

Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware seems to be entering quite the pivotal season for both his development and relationship with head coach Erik Spoelstra. After a good rookie season, which saw him finish sixth in Rookie of the Year voting, Spoelstra has issued him a challenge through the preseason. He wants to see Ware consistently […]

Derrick White Stuffs the Stat Sheet Against Cavaliers

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was up to his usual all-around heroics in the team's preseason win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. The veteran combo guard finished the game with 16 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and three blocks across 22 minutes while shooting 4-for-9 from the floor and 2-for-7 from three. White has […]

Austin Reaves Displays Smooth Scoring Abilities Against Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Austin Reaves put together a very efficient shooting night in the preseason win over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday. The 27-year-old finished the game with 21 points on 7-for-10 shooting overall, 2-for-4 from three, and 5-for-6 from the charity stripe. He also contributed three assists, three rebounds, one steal, and […]

Brandin Podziemski Drops 23 Points Against Lakers

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski posted a solid outing against the Los Angeles Lakers in Sunday's preseason game. Entering his third year, the former 19th-overall pick is looking to step up his game yet again. In Sunday's exhibition game, he finished with 23 points, eight assists, five rebounds, and one steal while shooting 10-for-16 […]

Trey McBride Remains a Must-Start in Week 6

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride still sits atop the mountain at the position as the No. 1 option in the team's offense. He's still quarterback Kyler Murray's (foot) favorite target, and even if backup Jacoby Brissett gets the start, McBride plays a great security-blanket role. The Indianapolis Colts are ranked as the 10th-toughest defense […]