Matas Buzelis Suiting Up On Saturday

Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (illness) will be available for Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after missing one game due to illness. The rookie has had an up-and-down season, but his minutes off the bench have increased in recent games. He hasn't reached double digits in scoring since December 5th, when he had 11 […]

Jalen Smith Ruled Out For Saturday

Chicago Bulls center Jalen Smith (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a sore left ankle. Smith, who typically logs around 15 minutes per game, plays a key role in providing rebounding and defense off the bench. His next chance to return will be on Monday against the Hornets. […]

Lonzo Ball Available On Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (illness) is available for Saturday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Ball was sidelined for the previous two games due to illness, but he's set to return Saturday. Given his history with injuries, any appearance on the court is a welcome sight. This season, he's averaged 5.2 points, 3.6 assists, […]

Josh Giddey Set To Play Saturday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) is available to play on Saturday against the Milwaukee Bucks. After missing the past four games due to an ankle injury, Giddey is ready to get back on the court. The 22-year-old has been solid this season, averaging 11.9 points, 6.9 assists, and 6.4 rebounds. Fantasy managers will be […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Won't Play Versus The Bulls

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) won't play on Saturday against the Bulls. Giannis is in the MVP conversation this season, averaging a career-high 32.7 points with 11.6 boards, 6.0 assists, and 1.5 blocks. However, he's missed the last three games. Without question, fantasy managers are hoping Antetokounmpo can get back on the floor on […]

Damian Lillard Will Return On Saturday Night

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (calf, illness) will return from a four-game absence for Saturday's meeting with the Chicago Bulls. The 34-year-old has played well this season, averaging 25.7 points, 7.5 assists, and 37.1% shooting from behind the arc. But with Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) sidelined, Lillard could be even more productive, giving him added value […]

Jordan Poole Out On Saturday

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the New York Knicks due to a bruised left hip. Poole has been a key offensive contributor this season, averaging 21.3 points and 31.6 minutes per game. With Poole sidelined, Malcolm Brogdon and Carlton Carrington are expected to start in the […]

Ayo Dosunmu Out At Least 10 Days

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (calf) will miss time after suffering a calf strain in the December 23 matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. He'll be re-evaluated in 10 days. Dosunmu is having the best season of his career, averaging 12.6 points and 4.8 assists. Without him, the team will look to Talen Horton-Tucker and Dalen […]

Jalen Brunson To Warm Up On Saturday Night

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) remains questionable for Saturday's game in Washington. He has a sore calf. However, the former Maverick will warm up, with a decision to be made shortly after regarding his availability. If Brunson is not on the floor, Cameron Payne and Miles McBride could be in line for added […]

Mark Williams Available Versus Oklahoma City

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (thumb) will play versus OKC on Saturday night. The 23-year-old missed the start of the 2024-25 campaign due to a sore foot. But he's played well enough since returning, averaging 11.0 points and 6.3 assists. Williams might be even more productive with LaMelo Ball (wrist, ankle), Cody Martin (knee), and […]

Brandon Miller Won't Face OKC

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Thunder. The 22-year-old missed the three games leading up to Thursday's clash with the Washington Wizards. While Miller was back on the floor for that one, finishing with 18 points and nine assists, he'll now miss another game. With LaMelo Ball (wrist, ankle) […]

LaMelo Ball Ruled Out On Saturday Night

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle, wrist) won't play on Saturday against OKC. Melo has averaged a career-high 30.1 points during the 2024-25 campaign. However, as is the norm, Ball will miss another game. With Brandon Miller (ankle) and Cody Martin (knee) also out, Miles Bridges has a good chance to lead the Hornets in […]

Bruce Brown Questionable For Sunday

Toronto Raptors forward Bruce Brown (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran began last season with the Pacers before being traded to the Raptors ahead of the deadline. He wasn't productive in Toronto in 2023-24, averaging only 9.6 points. If Brown is back, it will be his first […]

Jalen Brunson Uncertain For Saturday Night

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Washington Wizards. The former Maverick has seen a dip in production this season. However, he's still having an All-Star-caliber year, averaging 24.5 points, 7.7 assists, and 41.8% shooting from behind the arc. Brunson is one of the most durable players in […]

P.J. Washington Out On Saturday Night

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington will miss Saturday's meeting with the Trail Blazers. Fortunately, he isn't injured. However, he was involved in a physical altercation in Friday's game against Phoenix, resulting in Washington, forward Naji Marshall, and Suns center Jusuf Nurkic all getting ejected and suspended. With Marshall only sidelined for only one game, the […]

Naji Marshall To Miss Four Games Due To Suspension

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall has been suspended four games without pay, the league announced on Saturday. Marshall, along with P.J. Washington, was involved in a physical altercation with Suns center Jusuf Nurkic during Friday's meeting between the clubs, resulting in all three players getting ejected. The Mavs are down Luka Doncic (calf) for at […]

Jusuf Nurkic Suspended Three Games

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic will miss the next three games due to suspension, the league announced on Saturday. The veteran was involved in a physical altercation with Mavericks forwards Naji Marshall and P.J. Washington on Friday night, resulting in all three getting ejected. The Suns have been without Devin Booker (groin), so losing another […]

Luguentz Dort Ruled Out On Saturday

Due to an injury, Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Luguentz Dort (ankle) will not suit up against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday. Dort left Thursday's game against the Indiana Pacers in the first quarter, limping off with what seemed to be a knee injury but was later confirmed to be a right ankle sprain. Dort […]

Branden Carlson Won’t Face Charlotte Saturday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (concussion) is unavailable for Saturday's contest with the Charlotte Hornets due to a left-ankle sprain. Carlson is set to miss his sixth straight game but he might return on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Five days ago, the Oklahoma City Thunder announced that Carlson sustained a concussion during team […]

Cason Wallace Out Versus Hornets

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Cason Wallace (quad) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. This is the first game of Wallace's career that he'll miss, snapping an incredible 111-game streak. He's set to return on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Wallace is one of several guards ruled out for the […]

Kawhi Leonard Likely To Return In January

Los Angeles Clippers small forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is targeting his return to the court on January 4 against the Hawks. Leonard has joined the squad's practice sessions and while the team will be out of town, he will practice with the San Diego Clippers. He's yet to play a game for the Los Angeles […]

Paolo Banchero Getting Closer To Return

Orlando Magic power forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) will not suit up for Saturday's matchup against the Brooklyn Nets. However, he has been making significant strides toward a return from a core-muscle injury. It's been exactly eight weeks since the Magic forward was diagnosed with a torn right oblique. Before his injury, Banchero averaged 29 points, […]

Onyeka Okongwu Still Out On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (knee) remains out for Saturday's meeting with the Miami Heat. He'll now miss his fifth consecutive contest because of left knee inflammation, so it's anyone's guess when he will be healthy enough to return. With Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) and Dyson Daniels (illness) also sidelined, the Hawks will need to go […]

Dyson Daniels Sick On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (illness) won't play on Saturday against the Heat. The 21-year-old is having the best season of his career, averaging 13.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.1 steals. Hopefully, the illness he's dealing with won't keep him off the floor moving ahead. However, with Onyeka Okongwu (knee) and Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) also […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Ruled Out Versus Miami

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) won't play in Saturday's game against the Miami Heat. The veteran has already missed 17 games this season, including the Hawks' previous two contests because of left lower leg contusion. Not only has he been plagued by various injuries this season, he's also averaging a career-low 11.3 points. But […]

Trae Young Will Play On Saturday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) will play on Saturday versus Miami. Young has been plagued by various ailments during the season. However, he's only missed two games. The 26-year-old is averaging 22.0 points during the 2024-25 campaign, the second-worst mark of his career. Fortunately, he has averaged a career-high 12.1 assists. As such, Young […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/28/24)

It’s great to be back in the swing of things in the NBA, RotoBallers. In these articles, I focus on the top plays, traditionally geared toward cash games. However, with over a decade of NBA DFS experience under my belt—and as someone who rarely dives into cash formats—I'm selecting picks that also typically come with […]

CBB DFS: DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (12/28/24)

We had a couple of days off from the hardwood, but we're back with an all-day affair for our Saturday. We have four on-campus games and one from the L.A. suburbs. We start in Memphis with Mississippi making the trip up from Oxford. Next up is New Mexico in Fort Collins to take on the […]

D'Angelo Russell On Track To Return Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard D'Angelo Russell (thumb) looks ready to return to action on Saturday versus Sacramento, with the team listing him as probable for the game. Russell sprained his left thumb at the start of the week and sat out a matchup against Golden State on Christmas Day. However, it appears that his […]

Anthony Davis Questionable To Face Kings

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Sacramento. He hurt his left ankle on Christmas Day against Golden State, exiting the action after logging just seven minutes. After the game, Davis announced that he intends to play on Saturday. However, Davis has picked up a questionable […]