Maxi Kleber Available On Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Maxi Kleber (nose) will be available for Tuesday's contest against Cleveland. He'll be in action for a third straight game after initially being listed as probable for the contest. Kleber has been pushed to the bench for the most recent games, but he's still seen healthy minutes. However, the 32-year-old tends to […]

Aaron Nesmith Listed As Questionable

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's tilt against New Orleans. He would be out for a fourth straight game if Nesmith can't return from a right ankle sprain. Bennedict Mathurin has taken over from Nesmith in the starting lineup and could be in for another big night on Wednesday […]

Doug McDermott Won't Play On Wednesday

Indiana Pacers forward Doug McDermott (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against New Orleans. The 32-year-old sniper suffered a right calf strain on Monday versus Toronto, and it might now be a while until we see him back on the court. McDermott has played six games with the Pacers since joining the team […]

Jakob Poeltl Listed As Questionable For Wednesday

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (ankle) is considered questionable for Wednesday's tilt against Dallas. The Austrian giant sprained his left ankle in Monday's contest versus Indiana and could now be unavailable for the first time this month. Poeltl's absence would open the door for Kelly Olynyk to enter the starting lineup, and the versatile veteran […]

Deni Avdija Ruled Out For Tuesday

Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija (heel) won't play against Golden State on Tuesday. He will sit out a third consecutive contest after being initially questionable for Tuesday's tilt. Landry Shamet (neck) has jumped into the starting unit for the last couple of games without Avdija, but he could also be out on Tuesday, with the […]

Jimmy Butler Returns From Suspension Tuesday

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler will return from a one-game suspension on Tuesday versus Portland. Butler had to sit out one game for his involvement in Friday's altercation with the Pelicans players. With Tyler Herro (knee) on the shelf, the Heat offense should flow a lot of times through Butler on Tuesday. His scoring average […]

Terry Rozier Back In Action Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (knee) will return from a four-game absence on Tuesday against Portland. He should jump straight into a key role with Tyler Herro (knee) on the shelf. Rozier's life has been difficult in Miami, but the extra usage that will come from Herro's absence could give him a much-needed boost. Through […]

Tyler Herro Remains Absent On Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (knee) will sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday versus Portland. He sustained a hyperextended left knee on Friday against New Orleans and hasn't been able to remain in the lineup, despite being initially listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against Sacramento. The Heat backcourt has taken quite a […]

Ben Simmons Resting On Tuesday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) will be rested for Tuesday's clash versus Orlando. He managed to shake off a sore left leg on Monday to play 14 minutes against Memphis, but the team will keep him out of action on Tuesday to manage his back injury. Cam Thomas (ankle) has also been ruled out, […]

Cam Thomas Ruled Out Tuesday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's clash with Orlando. The young scoring machine sprained his right ankle on Monday versus Memphis and will miss his 10th game of the season. With Ben Simmons (back) resting on the second night of a back-to-back, we should get a heavy dosage of […]

Jonathan Isaac Won't Play On Tuesday

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) won't play on Tuesday versus Brooklyn. He injured his left knee on Sunday against Atlanta. There was hope of Isaac being available for the contest after the team initially listed him as questionable, but he has now been officially ruled out. With Paolo Banchero (illness) questionable, Orlando's frontcourt rotation […]

Dante Exum Remains Out On Tuesday But Could Be Back Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) will remain sidelined for Tuesday's contest against Cleveland. However, according to Brad Townsend of The Dallas Morning News, there's a "good chance" Exum returns on Wednesday when the team completes a back-to-back versus Toronto. Exum has featured just twice since Jan. 1 and looks set to return to action […]

Andrew Wiggins Sits Out Tuesday's Game For Personal Reasons

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins will miss Tuesday's contest against Washington for personal reasons. He comes out of the lineup after playing in nine consecutive games. Wiggins has averaged 27.9 minutes over the stretch. Most of his minutes look set to go to the returning Chris Paul (hand) on Tuesday, but Gary Payton II […]

Matthew Tkachuk Expected To Return On Tuesday

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (undisclosed) is expected to return to action on Tuesday versus Buffalo. He has been kept out for one game by an undisclosed injury. Tkachuk has been one of the hottest NHLers in 2024, posting 15 goals and 13 assists in 21 appearances. He boasts 65 points (20 goals, 45 assists) […]

Clayton Keller Out On Tuesday

Arizona Coyotes winger Clayton Keller (upper body) won't play on Tuesday versus Montreal. He suffered an upper-body injury on Sunday against Winnipeg, and according to Coyotes head coach Andre Tourigny, it will take "a few days" until Keller is available again. His absence leaves the Coyotes without their top scorer, who has registered 52 points […]

Connor McDavid Hits Special Milestone With Monday's Outing

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid recorded his fifth consecutive multi-assist game on Monday versus Los Angeles, setting up Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard in a 4-2 win. With the effort, McDavid posted his eighth consecutive 90-point season -- Mike Bossy (9) and Wayne Gretzky (13) are the only players in NHL history with longer such […]

Shane Pinto Notches Three Points In Losing Effort

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto produced his second three-point game of the season Monday night, logging a goal and two assists in a 6-3 defeat to Washington. Pinto had a goal and an assist in the first period and picked up one more helper in the second. Making his 15th appearance of the season, Pinto […]

David Pastrnak Tallies Three Points Versus Seattle

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak had a three-point outing against Seattle on Monday, finishing a 4-3 shootout loss with two goals and one assist. After scoring an even-strength goal in each of the first two periods, Pastrnak initially celebrated a hat trick late in regulation with a power-play marker, but the goal was later […]

Jamie Drysdale Labeled As Week-To-Week

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale (undisclosed) is considered week-to-week. He appeared to have hurt his left shoulder in Sunday's contest against Pittsburgh. An injury to the same shoulder kept Drysdale sidelined for almost all of the 2022-23 campaign. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, there's hope Drysdale can return to action this season, so it looks […]

Bryan Rust Stays Behind As Penguins Start Road Trip

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (upper body) isn't with the squad as the team kicks off a four-game road trip on Tuesday in Vancouver. He suffered an upper-body injury in Sunday's contest against Philadelphia. Rust had an impressive three-point game against the Flyers and moved to third on the team's goals list with 18 […]

Malcolm Brogdon Making "Good Progress"

Portland Trail Blazers guard Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) was re-evaluated on Monday and is making good progress in his recovery, the team has announced. The Trail Blazers added that Brogdon will continue to "ramp up with an anticipated return to action." Officially, the 31-year-old remains without a timetable for his return, but it looks like Brogdon […]

Rayan Rupert Considered Probable For Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Rayan Rupert (ankle) is listed as probable for Tuesday's matchup against Miami. He's been unavailable for three games due to a right ankle sprain, but Rupert actually hasn't seen any time on the court since Jan. 29. The second-round pick from last year has played 119 total minutes across 16 […]

Scoot Henderson Remains Out On Tuesday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson (groin) won't be available to face the Heat on Tuesday. He's been ruled out for a third straight game with an adductor strain. The injury has come at a bad time for Henderson, as he had just made his way back into the starting unit, and Trail Blazers […]

Rudy Gobert Regarded As Questionable For Tuesday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (ankle) has officially been listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Spurs. After missing Saturday's clash with the Nets due to an ankle sprain, Gobert practiced on Monday and "looked good," according to Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch. However, the team has refrained from declaring him available for Tuesday's […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Listed As Probable For Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is listed as probable on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's encounter with Charlotte. Antetokounmpo has been a regular on the injury list with right knee patellar tendinitis, but the issue hasn't slowed him down in any way. The former MVP has played in 17 consecutive games, averaging 30.4 […]

Kenyon Martin Jr. In Danger Of Missing Another Contest

Philadelphia 76ers forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (ankle) carries a questionable tag ahead of Tuesday's meeting with Boston. He's dealing with right ankle impingement and could be out for a second consecutive game. Martin Jr. has played a fairly significant role in the rotation lately, averaging 23.3 minutes across his last seven appearances. Kelly Oubre Jr. […]

Landry Shamet Questionable Tuesday

Washington Wizards guard Landry Shamet (neck) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Golden State. Shamet might have to exit the lineup after playing in 10 consecutive games. He doesn't have a big role with the Wizards, but with other players dealing with health issues, Shamet landed in the starting unit on Sunday versus Cleveland. He […]

Jalen Smith Available On Monday

Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith (back) will play on Monday against Toronto. He returned to action from a four-game absence on Sunday versus Dallas and is good to go again against the Raptors, despite being initially regarded as questionable for the game with lower back spasms. Smith is a very effective player but typically doesn't […]

Dereck Lively II Probable Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (nose) is considered probable to suit up against the Cavaliers on Tuesday. The rookie big man missed quite a bit of time at the start of the month after undergoing surgery to fix his broken nose. However, he has played in three straight games since returning to action, and […]

Maxi Kleber Probable For Tuesday's Action

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Maxi Kleber (nose) is considered probable for Tuesday's clash with the Cavaliers. In a strange coincidence, multiple Mavericks players have had their noses broken in recent times, and Kleber is one of them, but the nasal fracture isn't expected to keep him off the court. Kleber is set to have an important […]