Clippers Expect Nicolas Batum to Return for Next Season

Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum will likely spend another campaign with the team. According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Clippers expect the French veteran to return for next season. Batum, who will celebrate his 37th birthday in December, has a $4.9 million player option for 2025-26. This season, Batum averaged 4.0 points, […]

Tyus Jones Reportedly on Kings Radar

Phoenix Suns point guard Tyus Jones may once again be on the move this offseason. Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports that the Sacramento Kings are keeping tabs on Jones, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent. Jones reportedly sacrificed money and term last summer to sign with the Suns in hopes of […]

Jeff Green Wants to Play for Two More Years

Houston Rockets forward/center Jeff Green will turn 39 in August but wants to play two more years in the NBA. "I want to play as long as I can," the veteran said on The Zach Lowe Show. "The goal is to get to 20 years, so two shy. Houston has been home for me for […]

Rockets Desperate to Get Steven Adams Under a New Contract

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer, but the team is hoping to keep him around. Team sources have told The Athletic's Kelly Iko that Adams is seen as "the clear priority" amongst its unrestricted free agents this offseason. After missing the 2023-24 campaign due to […]

Fred VanVleet Likely to Remain in Houston

Houston Rockets point guard Fred VanVleet is expected to remain with the team for the 2025-26 season. League sources have told The Athletic's Kelly Iko that the likelihood of VanVleet playing for a different team next season is "slim." The 31-year-old has a $44.9 million player option for next season, but Iko points out that […]

Kristaps Porzingis to be Moved This Offseason?

According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, "several executives" around the National Basketball Association believe Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis could be traded. The veteran is due to make nearly $31 million during the 2025-26 campaign. However, he's entering the final season of his current contract, so the franchise may look to move him while […]

Jordan Ott Named Suns Head Coach

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott was named the new head coach of the Phoenix Suns. Phoenix hasn't had any luck on the coaching front in recent years, with the team firing Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer, who each served as the head coach for only one season. Now they are […]

Zion Williamson to Remain Pelicans "Focal Point"

According to New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars, the organization intends to keep forward Zion Williamson on the roster. "I've had some really good conversations with Zion," said Dumars. "I've had some real honest conversations with him. We're going forward with Zion. He's going to continue to be a focal […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (6/5/25)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! The day is finally here! The NBA Finals are down to the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder. If you had told me this is who it would have been at the beginning of the season, I might have said you are absurd. The Pacers have proved they are here for […]

Knicks Fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau was fired on Tuesday. The Knicks were able to get by the Boston Celtics in the Conference Semifinals. However, after the team fell to the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the move was made to relieve Thibodeau of his duties. The 67-year-old […]

Bronny James Jr. May Have Regular Role with Lakers Next Season

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James Jr. could be part of the regular rotation with the team next season. The 20-year-old was very little involved during his rookie campaign, playing a total of 181 minutes across 27 games and averaging 2.3 points. However, it looks like we may see a lot more of him in […]

Dante Exum and Mavericks Have "Mutual Interest" to Work Out New Deal

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum is scheduled to become a free agent, but there is a good chance he will stick around in Texas. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Exum and the Mavericks have "mutual interest" to work out a new deal. The Australian veteran is coming off a two-year, $6.15 million contract and […]

Nickeil Alexander-Walker Targeted by Magic

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Nickeil Alexander-Walker is seen as a potential target for the Orlando Magic this offseason. NBA insider Marc Stein has noted that Orlando "is a team to watch as a potential suitor" for Alexander-Walker, who is wrapping up a two-year, $9 million contract and will be an unrestricted free agent. Alexander-Walker is coming […]

Naz Reid Expected to Decline Player Option

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid will likely join the free agent pool this offseason. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, many around the league expect Reid to decline his $15 million player option for the 2025-26 campaign. Reid will be seeking a pay rise and possibly a more significant role going forward. Speaking during his […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Reportedly Interested in Joining Raptors

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked with a move to the Toronto Raptors. "I don't know if it will happen but I do know there is mutual interest between Antetokounmpo and the Raptors," writes Raptors insider Doug Smith in his mailbag column for the Toronto Star. "The wild card is the cost. But […]

Jarace Walker To Miss Time

Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (ankle) is expected to miss "at least" the first two games of the NBA Finals versus OKC. He tweaked his ankle in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, requiring assistance to the locker room. The 21-year-old was also observed leaving the arena on crutches. […]

Julius Randle Expected to Remain in Minnesota

According to Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly, there is a belief that forward Julius Randle will remain with the team. The 30-year-old appeared in only 46 contests due to a shoulder injury in his final season with the Knicks. He was then traded to Minnesota last offseason in the deal that sent […]

Tony Bradley Available Saturday

Indiana Pacers center Tony Bradley (hip) will be available for Saturday's Game 6 against the New York Knicks. He was listed as questionable on the injury report due to a left hip strain, but Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle told reporters during his pregame press conference that Bradley is available. However, Carlisle added that it […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (5/31/25)

The NBA playoffs are back after a night off, with the Knicks and Pacers resuming the Eastern Conference Finals. It's Game 6 tonight in Indianapolis as the Pacers try to finish off the Knicks and advance to the NBA Finals. New York won't go quietly, though, and I expect a good game regardless of who […]

Tony Bradley Questionable For Saturday Night

Indiana Pacers center Tony Bradley (hip) is questionable for Saturday's clash with the Knicks. The 27-year-old didn't see much action during the regular season. However, head coach Rick Carlisle has gotten him on the floor during the series versus New York in an attempt to give Indy some size underneath the rim. Unfortunately, Bradley suffered […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Not on the Injury Report for Game 6

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) isn't listed on the injury report heading into Saturday's showdown with the Pacers. KAT injured his left knee during Game 4 and popped up on the injury report ahead of Game 5. Fortunately, the ailment didn't keep him off the floor, and he finished with a 24-point, 13-rebound […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Cleared to Play Thursday

New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) will be in action on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. His status was initially uncertain after Towns injured his left knee in Tuesday's clash with the Pacers, leading the Knicks to list him as questionable on the injury report. However, TNT's Allie LaForce has reported that Towns will […]

Aaron Nesmith Available Thursday

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (ankle) has been cleared to play in Thursday's Game 5 against the New York Knicks. He was initially listed as questionable for the contest due to a right ankle sprain Nesmith suffered in Game 3 of the series. Nesmith has been excellent in the series, averaging 16.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, […]

NBA DFS Showdown Targets for 5/29/25 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hello, RotoBallers! This article gives you a daily grasp of a few targets we can use for GPPs and cash. The rest of my picks can be found in our Premium RotoBaller Discord, along with my best props for the evening. Join […]

Julius Randle Notches Team-High 24 Points in Blowout Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Julius Randle led his squad with 24 points in Wednesday's disappointing 124-94 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, which ended the team's season. Randle finished 8-for-14 from the field and went 4-for-6 from three-point land, adding five rebounds, three assists, and one steal to his tally. The 30-year-old impressed through the […]

Anthony Edwards Struggles in Game 5 Loss

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards was ineffective against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night, notching only 19 points on 7-for-18 shooting in a season-ending 124-94 loss. Minnesota's offense was flat from the beginning, as the team scored only nine first-quarter points, and Edwards' crew never recovered. The Timberwolves superstar had more turnovers (3) than […]

Jalen Williams Remains Busy Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams produced another good all-around performance in Wednesday's blowout win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, racking up 19 points, eight rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block. While he went only 1-for-4 with the three-ball, Williams shot a solid 7-for-14 overall and had a 4-for-5 record at the foul line. […]

Chet Holmgren Strong at Both Ends Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren recorded 22 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks in Wednesday's series-clinching 124-94 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He had his third outing in four games with at least 20 points, shooting 8-for-13 from the field, including 2-for-4 from outside, and 4-for-6 at the charity stripe. Before the series against […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Records Another 30-Point Performance

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all scorers with 34 points on 14-for-25 shooting as the team clinched a spot in the 2025 NBA Finals with a 124-94 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. The Timberwolves restricted Gilgeous-Alexander to just four free throws in Game 5, but they were still no match […]