Cameron Payne Replaces Buddy Hield As Starter On Sunday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Cameron Payne will join the starting unit for Sunday's contest against the Knicks, replacing Buddy Hield. The veteran is getting his third start in four games after previously filling in for Kyle Lowry and Nicolas Batum. He starts on the backcourt alongside Lowry this time, with Hield set to lead the […]

Caris LeVert Starts For Cavaliers On Sunday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Caris LeVert will slide into the starting unit for Sunday's contest against Brooklyn. Per Chris Fedor of The Plain Dealer, Cleveland will use its 17th different starting five this season. LeVert replaces Dean Wade (personal) on Sunday. The former Nets player went off for 31 points in his only previous start this […]

Jordan Goodwin Won't Play On Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Jordan Goodwin (Achilles) is stepping out of the lineup on Sunday versus the Thunder. He was already doubtful for the contest, and the team has now officially ruled him out due to left Achilles soreness. Goodwin has been a starter for all of his last five appearances with the Grizzlies. On […]

John Konchar Ruled Out On Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (ankle) won't feature against the Thunder on Sunday. The team has downgraded him from doubtful to out. Considering Konchar was initially doubtful for the game with right ankle soreness, he might have to sit out multiple games before being healthy enough to return to action. With Vince Williams Jr. (knee) […]

Vince Williams Jr. Out On Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Vince Williams Jr. (knee) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Sunday's meeting with Oklahoma City. This will mark the end of a run with 14 consecutive appearances for Williams Jr., who has been among Memphis' main offensive catalysts during the latter half of the season. Williams Jr.'s absence will boost […]

GG Jackson II Ready For Action Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II (knee) will hop back into the lineup on Sunday against the Thunder. The 19-year-old is ready to rock after initially being regarded as questionable for the game. A sore left knee kept Jackson II out for one game. Jackson II has caused plenty of excitement with his play during […]

Luke Kennard Returns For Grizzlies Sunday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (knee) will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Thunder. Heading into the day, Kennard carried a questionable tag due to a sore left knee, but the team has upgraded him to available. The 27-year-old sharpshooter returns from a one-game absence. Kennard played a very active role in the […]

Caleb Houstan Starts For Magic On Sunday

Orlando Magic guard/forward Caleb Houstan will get an opportunity to run with the starters on Sunday versus Indiana. The 21-year-old will replace Anthony Black. Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley has been forced into tinkering with his starting unit due to Jalen Suggs' (thigh) absence. Houstan will make his 10th start of the campaign. His previous […]

Richaun Holmes Won't Play On Sunday

Washington Wizards forward/center Richaun Holmes (toe) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Sunday's game against Miami. The 30-year-old exits the lineup after putting in a pair of strong performances, having earned extended playing time due to the absence of Marvin Bagley III (back). With no alternatives left at the center position, Kyle Kuzma […]

Quentin Grimes Considered Probable For Monday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Quentin Grimes (knee) is on track to end a four-game absence on Monday versus Charlotte. He has been listed as probable for the game after being kept off the court by a right knee issue. Before getting hurt, Grimes was able to suit up four times for the Pistons, averaging 5.3 points, […]

Bryce McGowens To Remain Out On Monday

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Bryce McGowens (knee) has been listed as out for Monday's matchup against Detroit. The 21-year-old will miss a second consecutive game due to right knee inflammation. Playing in his second year in the Association, McGowens has posted 5.2 points and 1.8 rebounds in 15.8 minutes across 50 games. The former Nebraska Cornhusker […]

Kyle Anderson Added To Injury Report As Questionable

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (shoulder) has been added to the injury report as questionable ahead of Sunday's battle against the Lakers. He's landed on the injury list with right shoulder pain. Anderson has started the last two games for Minnesota following Karl-Anthony Towns' (knee) exit from the lineup. He struggled in his first opportunity […]

Jalen Suggs And Markelle Fultz Won't Play On Sunday

Orlando Magic guards Jalen Suggs (thigh) and Markelle Fultz (knee) have been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against Indiana. Suggs misses a second consecutive game with a right thigh contusion, while Fultz drops out of the lineup with a left knee strain. Both players were initially regarded as questionable for the contest. The backcourt absentees […]

Davion Mitchell Good To Go Sunday

Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell (chest) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Sunday's clash with Houston. He was initially iffy for the game with right chest soreness. Mitchell's role has fluctuated throughout the campaign, and he doesn't carry a lot of fantasy value if De'Aaron Fox is in the lineup. The 25-year-old has […]

Jonathan Marchessault Sets New Vegas Record With Third Hat Trick

Vegas Golden Knights winger Jonathan Marchessault potted his third hat trick of the season on Saturday against Detroit, lifting the team to a 5-3 victory. He notched a first-period goal and tallied two goals late on in the game, posting a new franchise record for most hat tricks in a single season. Additionally, Marchessault became […]

Erik Cernak Suffers New Injury Blow

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Erik Cernak suffered a lower-body injury in Saturday's meeting with Philadelphia. He had a busy day at the office with three blocks and two hits in 12:31 of ice time before exiting. The 26-year-old could now face another absence after already missing 12 contests in 2023-24. Cernak has totaled only nine […]

Mike Hoffman Misses End Of San Jose Win

San Jose Sharks winger Mike Hoffman exited Saturday's 2-1 win over Ottawa with an undisclosed injury. He was unable to carry on after taking a hit from behind from Senators captain Brady Tkachuk in the third period. The 34-year-old veteran had an anonymous outing, finishing pointless and with no shots on goal in 13:32 of […]

Thatcher Demko Exits With Undisclosed Injury

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko suffered an undisclosed injury in Saturday's 5-0 win over Winnipeg and was forced to leave the contest in the second period. He stopped all 12 shots he faced. Casey DeSmith came in to complete Vancouver's first team shutout since 2015 with 10 saves. The severity of Demko's injury is unclear […]

Zach Whitecloud Injured Versus Detroit

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Zach Whitecloud was forced to make an early exit in Saturday's matchup against Detroit after picking up an undisclosed injury. He was hurt in the third period, leaving the contest after amassing two blocks and three hits across 13:03 of ice time. Whitecloud has already missed 16 games in 2023-24 and […]

Evan Rodrigues Exits With Lower-Body Injury

Florida Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues was unable to complete Saturday's game against Calgary due to a lower-body injury. He exited the contest after logging 9:05 of action across 10 shifts. The 30-year-old finished with four shots on goal and one block. Rodrigues is set to undergo further evaluations on Sunday, and he will need to […]

Aaron Ekblad Hurt In Saturday's Win

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad left Saturday's 5-1 victory over Calgary with a lower-body injury. He registered one shot on goal and two hits in 5:10 of action before leaving. After making his season debut only in mid-November following a shoulder surgery, Ekblad could now face another spell on the sidelines. He has skated in […]

Paul Cotter A Game-Time Call Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights forward Paul Cotter (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's matchup against Detroit. The 24-year-old is dealing with an unspecified ailment and could be unavailable for only the second time this season. It's been a good campaign for Cotter, with a career-high 22 points (seven goals, 15 assists) in 62 games. […]

Darcy Kuemper Available On Saturday

Washington Capitals goaltender Darcy Kuemper (illness) is expected to be in the lineup on Saturday against Chicago. He missed Thursday's clash with Pittsburgh due to an illness but is reportedly recovered well enough to back up Charlie Lindgren on Saturday. Lindgren is coming off his fourth shutout of the season and has outplayed Kuemper in […]

Mitchell Marner Unavailable On Saturday

Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitchell Marner won't play on Saturday against St. Louis due to a lower-body injury. The prolific winger will be out of the lineup for the second time this season. Marner leads the Maple Leafs with 51 assists and has also contributed 25 goals in 62 games. His absence will bring […]

Mikey Anderson Remains Out On Saturday

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson (upper body) wore a full-contact jersey Saturday morning but isn't yet ready to rejoin the action against Dallas. Saturday's contest will mark his eighth consecutive absence. Anderson has made 55 appearances with the Kings in 2023-24, recording 15 points (one goal, 14 assists). His best attributes come out defensively, […]

Adrian Kempe A Game-Time Call Saturday

Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe (upper body) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's contest against Dallas. He could be back in action after missing five games with an upper-body issue. Kings head coach Jim Hiller has mentioned Kempe as "definitely a possibility" for the game. Getting him back would be a massive boost […]

Hampus Lindholm Returns To Bruins Lineup Saturday

Boston Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm (lower body) will return to the lineup on Saturday against Pittsburgh. He will end a nine-game absence and replace Parker Wotherspoon. Lindholm is a big piece for Boston's top four, but the 30-year-old Swedish blue-liner hasn't had much offensive success this season. He has registered 19 points (one goal, 18 […]

Roope Hintz Collects Three Points In Friday's Win

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz had a game-high three points in Friday's 6-2 road victory over the Ducks. He produced a power-play goal and had two assists. Hintz finished the game with two power-play points in total -- his first with the man advantage since Jan. 23. The Finnish forward had a really rough ride […]

Connor Ingram Posts Sixth Shutout Of Season

Arizona Coyotes goaltender Connor Ingram registered his sixth shutout of the season in Friday's 4-0 win over Detroit, tying Pittsburgh's Tristan Jarry for most this season in the NHL. He's only the fourth Coyotes netminder to get as many shutouts over a single season. It last happened in 2011-12 when Mike Smith matched a franchise […]

Jaden Schwartz Injured In Friday's Loss

Seattle Kraken forward Jaden Schwartz suffered an upper-body injury in Friday's 3-0 loss to Winnipeg. The veteran got hurt early into the game, exiting after logging only 3:09 of ice time. Schwartz has been slumping for several weeks, but he's one of only five forwards on the team with double-digit goals and assists for the […]