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LaMelo Ball Remains Sidelined Wednesday
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will miss a seventh consecutive game on Wednesday against the Raptors. Health issues have limited Ball to just seven games since Nov. 26, and he currently doesn't have a timeline for a return. Ish Smith is looking at a third straight start without Ball on Wednesday. The veteran hasn't […]
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Gary Trent Jr. Listed As Probable Wednesday
Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (back) is considered probable for Wednesday's matchup against Charlotte. Trent Jr. couldn't complete Monday's contest against New Orleans due to a back issue, settling for only 15 minutes of action, but it looks like he will be good to go for Wednesday. It's a great matchup for the Raptors […]
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Marvin Bagley III Remains Out On Wednesday
Washington Wizards forward/center Marvin Bagley III (back) will sit out a third consecutive game on Wednesday versus Cleveland. A lower back contusion has sidelined the 24-year-old. Before suffering the injury, Bagley III had made a good start at his new club, averaging 15.5 points and 8.4 rebounds in eight games. With him unavailable, Eugene Omoruyi […]
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Sean Monahan Projected To Debut On Second Line
Winnipeg Jets center Sean Monahan is projected to suit up on the second line in his debut for the team against Pittsburgh on Tuesday. He missed the morning skate but has been practicing with Cole Perfetti and Nikolaj Ehlers on the line. Monahan has been in fine form throughout the campaign, posting 35 points (13 […]
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William Karlsson Set To Return In Third-Line Role
Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (lower body) is set to skate on the third line as he makes his comeback on Tuesday versus Edmonton. The Swedish forward hasn't played since Jan. 1, sitting out 12 games. Karlsson's presence will give a boost to his linemates, Michael Amadio and Jonas Rondbjerg. He should also take […]
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Jake DeBrusk Rejoins Bruins Lineup Tuesday
Boston Bruins winger Jake DeBrusk (undisclosed) will hop back into the lineup on Tuesday against Calgary. The 27-year-old was unavailable for a clash with the Flyers before the All-Star break. DeBrusk has blown hot and cold throughout the season and sits on 25 points (12 goals, 13 assists) with 47 games played. However, he's set […]
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Max Pacioretty On Track To Play Tuesday
Washington Capitals left wing Max Pacioretty (lower body) appears ready to play against Montreal on Tuesday. The former Canadiens captain exited Washington's previous game against Dallas with a lower-body injury, but he participated fully in Monday's practice. Pacioretty has scored once through his first 12 appearances as a member of the Capitals, adding six assists. […]
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Reilly Smith Back In Action Versus Jets
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Reilly Smith (upper body) will return from a six-game absence on Tuesday against Winnipeg. The veteran will make his 41st appearance of the campaign, looking to add to eight goals and 12 assists. Smith hasn't been consistent and enters Tuesday's action with a six-game scoreless streak. However, with him skating on the […]
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Owen Tippett Returns For Flyers Tuesday
Philadelphia Flyers winger Owen Tippett (lower body) has been activated from Injured Reserve and is set to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against Florida. Tippett, who signed an eight-year, $49.6 million extension with the Flyers near the end of last month, has been sidelined for the past four games. The 24-year-old is Philadelphia's second-highest goal-scorer […]
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Derrick Rose Questionable To Face Knicks On Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Derrick Rose (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Knicks. The former MVP returned from a 15-game absence on Friday versus Sacramento but was sidelined again when Memphis faced Boston on Sunday. Overall, Rose has featured just three times since Dec. 15, playing only a small role in the rotation. […]
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Jake LaRavia Remains Out Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jake LaRavia (ankle) will miss a 12th consecutive game on Tuesday against the Knicks. He hurt his left ankle in the same matchup on Jan. 13 and was diagnosed with a Grade 2 high ankle sprain. The 22-year-old was set to be re-evaluated by the team in three weeks, but there haven't […]
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John Konchar Listed As Questionable Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward John Konchar (calf) could be out for a second straight game on Tuesday, as the team considers him questionable for a clash with the Knicks. Konchar is bothered by a right calf contusion and landed on the shelf with several players at the weekend ahead of a meeting with Boston. Jacob Gilyard […]
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Jaren Jackson Jr. Doubtful For Tuesday's Game
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (hip) is unlikely to suit up for Tuesday's matchup against the Knicks, as the team considers him doubtful for the game. Jackson Jr. stepped out of the lineup Sunday versus Boston, allowing Trey Jemison to make his first career start. The 24-year-old rookie failed to impress, but he will […]
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Santi Aldama Listed As Questionable Tuesday
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama (tailbone) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Knicks. He was out on Sunday against Boston with a tailbone contusion and might miss another game. David Roddy and GG Jackson benefited from Aldama's absence at the weekend and could play a large part again in New York […]
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Jalen Smith Considered Questionable For Tuesday
Indiana Pacers forward/center Jalen Smith (back) is questionable to face the Rockets on Tuesday. The young big man has had problems with back spasms for a while, but he's only missed one of the last seven games, and the absence came in a back-to-back situation. There appears to be a good chance Smith can play […]
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Tyrese Haliburton Listed As Questionable Tuesday
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) is considered questionable for Tuesday's clash with Houston. Despite returning to the court, Haliburton has remained on the injury report, but he's featured in four straight games and will likely play on Tuesday as well. However, it looks like it may take a while until Haliburton starts playing his […]
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Herbert Jones Tagged As Questionable For Monday
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (groin) is considered questionable for Monday's meeting with the Raptors. The versatile forward could be unavailable for a third straight game. However, Jones got through a full practice session on Sunday, which points to the fact that he might be ready to return. Trey Murphy III has earned a […]
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De'Andre Hunter Listed As Questionable Monday
Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of Monday's action versus the Clippers. The 26-year-old has just returned from a 19-game absence, and the team is trying to manage his right knee injury. Hunter sat out the first leg of a back-to-back on Friday versus Phoenix before returning […]
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Saddiq Bey Questionable For Monday
Atlanta Hawks forward Saddiq Bey (ankle) could be out for a second consecutive game on Monday against the Clippers. Bey sprained his left ankle against Phoenix on Friday and wasn't available for Saturday's contest versus Golden State. Garrison Mathews took Bey's spot in the starting unit but logged only 16 minutes. Bogdan Bogdanovic ended up […]
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Dennis Smith Jr. Probable For Monday's Game
Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (foot) looks set to rejoin the action Monday versus Golden State. He missed Saturday's blowout win over Philadelphia with right foot soreness, but the Nets have listed him as probable for Monday. Smith Jr.'s fantasy value is relatively low, with him averaging fewer than 20 minutes a night as […]
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Ben Simmons Will Be Kept Out From Monday's Action
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) won't play on Monday against Golden State. He has just returned from a lengthy absence, and the team is closely monitoring Simmons' workload. It's the first game of a back-to-back, and Simmons will likely return to the lineup Tuesday versus Dallas. The three-time All-Star hasn't played much since making […]
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Dario Saric Listed As Probable Monday
Golden State Warriors forward/center Dario Saric (illness) appears ready to return to the lineup on Monday versus Brooklyn, as the team has listed him as probable for the contest. Lester Quinones has been a regular in the rotation for a couple of games, with Saric missing, but he will likely be pushed back to the […]
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Andrew Wiggins Doubtful For Monday's Matchup
Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (ankle) is considered doubtful to play Monday versus the Nets. Wiggins hurt his left ankle in a game against Atlanta at the weekend, and his chances of playing against Brooklyn appear slim. Brandin Podziemski started the second half instead of Wiggins versus the Hawks and posted a second consecutive […]
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Zach LaVine Out For At Least One More Week
Chicago Bulls guard/forward Zach LaVine (ankle) is expected to miss at least one more week of action. He will sit out a seventh consecutive contest on Saturday against Sacramento. Ayo Dosunmu has taken on a big workload during LaVine's absence, while Alex Caruso has also benefited from the situation. The two could even get a […]
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De'Anthony Melton Hopes To Return On Monday
Philadelphia 76ers guard De'Anthony Melton (back) is targeting Monday's matchup against Dallas for his return. He's been out of the lineup since Jan. 12 and will miss an 11th consecutive game when Philadelphia faces Brooklyn on Saturday. Kelly Oubre Jr. has enjoyed a regular starter's role during Melton's absence, with Patrick Beverley also benefitting from […]
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Marcus Morris Sr. Iffy For Saturday
Philadelphia 76ers forward/center Marcus Morris Sr. (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Brooklyn. The veteran could be out for a third game in a row due to left foot pain. Morris Sr. has recently played a much bigger role in Philadelphia's plans due to Joel Embiid's (knee) injury troubles. He will have […]
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Nicolas Batum In Danger Of Missing Another Game
Philadelphia 76ers forward Nicolas Batum (hamstring) sits on the injury report as questionable for Saturday's clash with the Nets. The veteran is bothered by hamstring tightness and could be out for a third consecutive game. From a statistical point of view, the absence of Batum isn't big news, but he's been a regular starter ever […]
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Dennis Smith Jr. Questionable For Saturday's Game
Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (foot) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the 76ers. He's suffering from right foot soreness and could be out for the first time since Jan. 3. Smith Jr. has logged 19.6 minutes per game as a reserve for Brooklyn this season, posting 7.2 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists […]
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Ben Simmons Considered Probable Saturday
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (knee) is on track to return to the lineup for Saturday's matchup against Philadelphia. The team has listed Simmons as probable for the clash against his former team. Simmons returned from a nearly three-month absence against Utah on Monday but hurt his left knee and was forced to sit out […]
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Dorian Finney-Smith Remains Out Saturday
Brooklyn Nets forward/center Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) won't play Saturday against Philadelphia. The 30-year-old sprained his left ankle a week ago in a clash with the Rockets and has sat out two games already. Lonnie Walker IV has seen a big boost in playing time off the bench over the last couple of games, while the […]
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