Derik Queen Posts 30-Point, 22-Rebound Finale

New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Derik Queen erupted for 30 points, 22 rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block in 41 minutes during Sunday's loss to Minnesota, closing his rookie season on a dominant note. With the Pelicans eliminated from playoff contention, Queen took on a featured role late, showcasing high usage and strong rebounding […]

Ryan Nembhard Sets Rookie Assist Record

Dallas Mavericks guard Ryan Nembhard (rookie) delivered 15 points, nine rebounds, and 23 assists in 38 minutes during Sunday's win over Chicago, closing the season with a standout performance. The rookie set a franchise rookie record for assists, surpassing the previous mark of 17 set by head coach Jason Kidd on March 13, 1995. He […]

Cade Cunningham Records 14 Assists Sunday

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham produced seven points, eight rebounds, and 14 assists in 22 minutes during Sunday's win over Indiana. Detroit limited his workload late in the season after his return, but he still orchestrated the offense efficiently and led the team in assists. With the Pistons entering the playoffs as the top seed […]

Doc Rivers Departs as Bucks Head Coach

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers is departing after the team finished 32-50 and missed the playoffs, ending a disappointing run. Rivers was brought in during the 2024 season and finished with a 97-103 record, as the team made two brief playoff appearances before falling short of postseason contention this year. […]

Dylan Harper Suffers Thumb Injury in Finale

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (thumb) will not return to Sunday's regular-season finale against Denver after suffering a left thumb injury in the second half. He finished with nine points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 18 minutes. With the Spurs entering the playoffs as the No. 2 seed in the Western […]

Immanuel Quickley Leaves Finale with Hamstring Issue

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) will not return to Sunday's regular-season finale against Brooklyn after exiting in the second quarter, finishing with four points, five assists, two rebounds, and two steals in 17 minutes. With Toronto heading into the playoffs, his status becomes a key concern after recently returning from a foot injury. Jamal […]

Cooper Flagg Exits Finale with Ankle Injury

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Cooper Flagg (ankle) will not return to Sunday's regular-season finale after suffering a left ankle sprain in the second quarter, finishing with 10 points, four rebounds, one assist, and one steal in nine minutes. The injury, though not believed to be serious, brings his rookie season to a close, as Dallas is […]

Collin Sexton Cleared to Play Sunday

Chicago Bulls guard Collin Sexton (finger) is available for Sunday's regular-season finale against Dallas after being listed as probable. The 27-year-old has started four straight games for a depleted roster, averaging 18.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 3.3 steals in 30.5 minutes during that span. With multiple key players sidelined, Sexton should continue handling […]

Mark Williams Sits Season Finale

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (foot) is out for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City, sitting out the regular-season finale ahead of the Play-In Tournament. The Suns will start Jamaree Bouyea, Ryan Dunn, Amir Coffey, Rasheer Fleming, and Oso Ighodaro, placing Ighodaro firmly on the DFS radar after posting six points, nine rebounds, and one assist […]

Jalen Green Out For Season Finale

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Jalen Green (knee) is out for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City, marking his second straight absence as the team heads into the Play-In Tournament. With multiple starters sidelined, Jamaree Bouyea is positioned for an expanded role after logging four points, two rebounds, and three assists in 27 minutes in his last start. […]

LeBron James Active for Season Finale

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is available for Sunday's game against Utah, and the team has confirmed he will play. Head coach JJ Redick noted that no player is expected to exceed low-30s minutes, while Marcus Smart will be on a minutes restriction in his second game back. James has averaged 28.0 points, […]

Draymond Green Won't Play Sunday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Clippers, sitting the regular-season finale for injury management, with the team locked into the Play-In Tournament. His absence opens frontcourt minutes for Kristaps Porzingis, Gui Santos, and Al Horford, all viable DFS options. In their last game, Santos logged seven points, […]

Nikola Jokic Will Play Vs. Spurs

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (wrist) is available for Sunday's game against San Antonio, though he is expected to see limited minutes as he chases the 65-game threshold for end-of-season awards. Jokic has averaged 25.8 points, 14.0 rebounds, and 11.2 assists in 37.5 minutes over his last five games, including a 14-point triple-double in his […]

Stephon Castle Available For Season Finale

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (foot) will play in Sunday's game against Denver after missing the last two contests. The second-year guard has been on a strong run, averaging 19.0 points, 1.8 three-pointers, 6.8 rebounds, and 9.6 assists in 34.3 minutes over his last five games, including a 19-point triple-double on April 6. With […]

Devin Vassell Ready for Regular-Season Finale

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell (ribs) is available for Sunday's game against Denver after shedding his questionable tag due to right ribcage soreness. The 25-year-old has averaged 12.0 points, 2.0 three-pointers, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 31.3 minutes, though his 16.4 usage rate limits his ceiling behind De'Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle (foot), […]

Victor Wembanyama Ruled Out for Regular-Season Finale

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama (ribs) is out for Sunday's game against Denver, sitting out the regular-season finale after returning Friday in a 139-120 win over Dallas. With Wembanyama and Luke Kornet (shoulder) sidelined, frontcourt minutes open up for Mason Plumlee and Kelly Olynyk, while Bismack Biyombo may also enter the rotation. Olynyk is […]

Kevin Durant to Rest on Sunday

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (rest) won't suit up for Sunday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. It's the regular-season finale, and the Rockets are already locked into the No. 5 seed heading into the postseason. This team isn't playing for anything, so they'll rest their starters ahead of the playoffs. Durant will finish the regular […]

Zion Williamson to Remain Out on Sunday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (knee) won't suit up for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Pelicans are out of playoff contention, so it's not shocking to see them holding out Williamson. This is the final game of the regular-season, so that's a wrap on his 2025-2026 season. Williamson finished the season averaging […]

Anthony Edwards is Resting During Regular-Season Finale

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (knee) will take a seat ahead of Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Regardless of what happens, the Wolves are locked into the No. 6 seed heading into the postseason. With that being said, Minnesota is going to rest its starters, so there's no chance they can get injured […]

Devin Booker Won't Suit up on Sunday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. This marks the second game in a row that Booker has missed due to right ankle injury management. The Suns are opting to play it safe and rest Booker ahead of Tuesday's Play-in Tournament game. He'll […]

DeMar DeRozan to Miss Third Straight Game

Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. DeRozan will miss his third game in a row due to a lingering hamstring issue. This game is the regular-season finale, so DeRozan has played his final game of the 2025-2026 campaign. He averaged 18.4 points, […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Resting on Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (oblique) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Unsurprisingly, the Thunder are resting most of their starters for Sunday's regular-season finale. Gilgeous-Alexander will head to the bench with a minor oblique issue. Thunder fans shouldn't be worried as he'll be ready to go for […]

The Best and Worst Fantasy Basketball Picks This Season (2025-2026)

The NBA regular season wraps up tomorrow, and most fantasy leagues have been over for nearly a week. Before the playoffs get started, it feels like a good time to reflect upon this season to see what we got right and what went terribly wrong. There were many injuries to big-name stars that acted as […]

Jaylon Tyson Rejoins Cavaliers Lineup as Starter

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Jaylon Tyson (toe) has been named a starter for Friday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. This will be his first appearance since March 19. Tyson has missed 10 games due to a toe injury. Max Strus will also join the starting lineup, with Donovan Mitchell (ankle) and Jarrett Allen (knee) out of […]

Klay Thompson Misses Friday's Game Due to Illness

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (illness) won't play on Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs. He was a late addition to the injury report due to illness and doesn't feel well enough to help his team. John Poulakidas and Khris Middleton are set to benefit from Thompson's absence. The team is likely to be […]

Kevin Huerter Back in Action Friday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Kevin Huerter (illness) has been upgraded from probable to available and will make his return from a one-game absence on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. Huerter's production has recently increased, but that came during Cade Cunningham's absence. The Pistons' leader returned to action on Wednesday against Milwaukee, and Huerter will likely need […]

Sam Hauser Cleared to Play Friday

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (back) will be in the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Initially, the team listed Hauser as probable after he played 31 minutes on Thursday against the Knicks. The 28-year-old had a quiet evening with six points, two rebounds, and three assists. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) sitting out […]

Neemias Queta Ready to Take on Pelicans

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (toe) will be active against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. The Portuguese big man has been upgraded from probable to available. After tallying 10 points and 10 rebounds in Thursday's loss to New York, Queta has a chance to record a second consecutive double-double. He is averaging 15.0 points, […]

Derrick White Good to Go Friday

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (knee) will play on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Celtics will wrap up a back-to-back, and White was initially listed as probable for Friday's game. He struggled on Thursday night against the Knicks, finishing with only eight points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal. White is in […]

Jaylen Brown Active on Friday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (Achilles) will return to the lineup on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. He was initially listed as questionable for the game after sitting out Thursday's loss to the Knicks. Derrick White (knee), Sam Hauser (back), and Neemias Queta (toe) have also been cleared for Friday, so Boston will still […]