Lonzo Ball Signs Two-Year Extension

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball has signed a new deal with the organization on Wednesday. Ball has agreed on a two-year, $20 million extension with the team. It seemed increasingly likely that Ball was going to be moved ahead of the trade deadline. However, the Bulls have decided to keep the 27-year-old guard who has […]

Jonas Valanciunas Traded To The Kings

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Wizards are trading center Jonas Valanciunas to the Kings in exchange for guard Sidy Cissoko and two second-round picks. Sacramento recently moved De'Aaron Fox to San Antonio and acquired guard Zach LaVine. However, the Kings will add a quality big man to bolster their depth chart. Valanciunas has averaged […]

Draymond Green To Play Versus Jazz

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (calf) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. As expected, Green is cleared to play after being listed as probable coming into this contest. Green missed seven games in a row due to a calf injury before being cleared to play on Monday. He wasn't limited […]

Jose Alvarado Unavailable On Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The Pelicans have been leaning more on Alvarado with Dejounte Murray (Achilles) done for the season. His absence means that the Pelicans will likely need to use a committee approach at the guard spot. Jordan Hawkins, […]

Aaron Gordon To Play On Wednesday

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (calf) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Gordon sat out of Monday's game due to a calf issue, but appears to be feeling good enough to play now. Zeke Nnaji saw an increased role with Gordon sidelined, but figures to go back to the bench […]

Jimmy Butler Traded To Warriors

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler has been traded to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. It seemed that Butler had burned his bridge to Golden State a few days ago, but that doesn't appear to be the case. Butler will head over to the Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and […]

Paul George Available On Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (finger) will suit up versus the Heat on Wednesday night. The veteran has been banged up all season. However, a finger injury has kept him off the floor for Philadelphia's last five contests. With Joel Embiid (knee) sidelined, George could be more productive than usual, although his presence could mean […]

Cameron Johnson Returning Versus Washington

Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (ankle) will play against the Wizards on Wednesday night. He has had the best year of his career. However, an ankle injury has kept him off the floor for Brooklyn's previous six games. With that in mind, Johnson is a must-start in all fantasy setups. But his presence could mean […]

Marcus Smart Will Play On Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (finger) will play on Wednesday versus Toronto. The veteran hasn't been on the court since December 23, so he'll likely operate under a minutes restriction. But with Desmond Bane (ankle) ruled out, Smart could see enough minutes to justify his presence in fantasy lineups against one of the worst teams […]

Brook Lopez Available On Wednesday Night

Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (back) will play against the Hornets. The veteran missed his first game of the 2024-25 campaign on Monday versus OKC due to back soreness. But the Bucks also didn't have Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Bobby Portis (personal), and Damian Lillard (groin). However, with Lopez, Antetokounmpo, Portis, and Lillard all available, guys […]

Donovan Mitchell Ruled Out Versus Pistons

According to Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (shoulder) will not play on Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. Mitchell is dealing with a right shoulder injury and will be out of action for only the third time during this year's campaign. With the Cavs' best player out, fantasy managers could possibly […]

Bobby Portis Returning Against Charlotte

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (personal) will play on Wednesday against Charlotte. He missed the last six games due to a personal matter. But he was upgraded to probable on Tuesday night, so fantasy managers had hope he would be back. Portis will likely head back to the bench, considering Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Damian Lillard […]

Damian Lillard Will Play Versus The Hornets

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (groin) will play against Charlotte. The former Trail Blazer missed Monday's loss to the Thunder because of a groin injury. He was listed as questionable for this contest as of Tuesday night. However, Lillard was upgraded to probable on Wednesday afternoon. The Bucks will also have Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Brook […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Good To Go Versus Charlotte

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Wednesday's matchup with Charlotte. The multi-time All-Star wasn't available for Monday's loss to OKC. He appeared in line to miss another contest. But Antetokounmpo was upgraded to probable on Wednesday afternoon. With Damian Lillard (groin), Bobby Portis (personal), and Brook Lopez (back) also available, it will […]

Chris Boucher Cleared For Action On Wednesday

Toronto Raptors forward/center Chris Boucher (illness) will play on Wednesday against Memphis. The 32-year-old didn't suit up on Tuesday versus the Knicks. However, he'll be back on the floor. Boucher also could draw the start, with Jakob Poeltl (hip) ruled out for this one. But even if he isn't in the starting lineup, he could […]

Alexandre Sarr Remains Out On Wednesday

Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. The French rookie sprained his left ankle on Jan. 27 against the Dallas Mavericks, and it remains unclear when Sarr will be able to return. His next opportunity for a comeback will be Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Richaun Holmes will […]

Jakob Poeltl Ruled Out Versus The Grizzlies

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. Poeltl lasted only 15 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Knicks. But he'll now miss his first game since December 26 due to a hip pointer. If Chris Boucher (illness) is available, he'll likely take over at the five. However, if […]

Lonzo Ball Unavailable Against Minnesota On Wednesday

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (knee) will not play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. Ball will be missing in action due to injury management of his left knee. The 27-year-old has a lengthy history playing in just 30 games this season, so keeping him out of the second leg of back-to-back sets is precautionary. While Ball […]

RJ Barrett Still Out On Wednesday

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (concussion) won't play in Wednesday's game against Memphis. The former Duke Blue Devil wasn't available for Tuesday's matchup versus the Knicks, his former team. As a result, Ja'Kobe Walter remained in the starting lineup, finishing with 13 points in 29 minutes. With Jakob Poeltl (hip) and Immanuel Quickley (hip) also […]

Immanuel Quickley Won't Suit Up Versus Memphis

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hip, injury management) won't play in Wednesday's game against Memphis. The former Knick had nine points, five assists, and one steal versus his former team on Tuesday night. But since Quickley has been banged up all year, he'll take the night off to rest. Jakob Poeltl (hip) and RJ Barrett […]

Kenyon Martin Jr. Heading To Detroit

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Detroit Pistons acquired forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (foot) along with 2027 and 2031 second-round draft picks from the 76ers on Wednesday. In return, the Pistons will take on Martin's salary. Martin hasn't played since December 23rd due to a left foot stress reaction. However, he was a […]

Ben Simmons Off The Injury Report For Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (back, injury management) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Wizards. The former 76er didn't suit up for Tuesday's win over the Houston Rockets to rest. As a result, D'Angelo Russell and Reece Beekman handled most of the duties at the one spot. While Russell should […]

Joel Embiid Resting On Wednesday Evening

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee, injury management) won't play on Wednesday against Miami. The 2023 NBA MVP was sidelined for a month before returning for Tuesday's 118-116 win over the Dallas Mavericks. He played extremely well, amassing a 29-point, 11-rebound, 10 assist triple-double. Barring a setback, Embiid should be back on the floor on […]

Kevin Durant Out Of Action On Wednesday

NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports that Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (ankle) won't suit up against the Oklahoma Thunder on Wednesday due to a left ankle sprain. The Suns are also reportedly listening to offers for Durant, with teams such as the Warriors inquiring about him. However, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, he has no desire to […]

Khris Middleton Heading To D.C.

Shams Charania of ESPN reports that the Washington Wizards acquired guard/forward Khris Middleton (ankles), 20-year-old guard AJ Johnson and a 2028 first-round pick swap from the Bucks on Wednesday in exchange for forwards Kyle Kuzma, Patrick Baldwin and a 2025 second-round pick. Since his season debut on December 6th, Middleton has struggled after undergoing surgeries on both ankles during the […]

Kyle Kuzma Traded To Bucks

Shams Charania of ESPN reports that the Milwaukee Bucks acquired forward Kyle Kuzma, forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. and a 2025 second-round draft pick from the Wizards on Wednesday for Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson and a 2028 first-round pick swap. Kuzma has struggled at times during the season, averaging 15.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.4 […]

Vince Williams Jr. Tagged As Questionable For Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. The 24-year-old Williams Jr. has been sidelined since the middle of November as he's been dealing with a Grade 3 right ankle sprain. Williams Jr. has played in three games this season and has missed 47 games due to […]

Brandon Clarke Listed As Questionable For Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies power forward Brandon Clarke (back) is currently listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Clarke missed Monday's game against the San Antonio Spurs and is in danger of missing a second straight game for Memphis as he deals with back soreness. The 28-year-old has played in 46 games this […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday 2/5/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It's a massive 11-game slate tonight on FanDuel, and it can be very challenging to pare down the options for our lineups. Navigating through all the injuries and recently traded players isn't easy either, which is why I am here to help you get your process started! I always make it a point to recommend […]

Clint Capela Remains Sidelined On Wednesday Against San Antonio

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (back) will remain seated for Wednesday's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. He has been dealing with back spasms and was sidelined for the Hawks' three-game road trip. Capela's next chance to suit up for the Atlanta Hawks will be in Friday's home game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Also, Capela […]