LaMelo Ball To Undergo Surgery

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle, wrist) will require surgery to address a right ankle impingement and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign. He will also undergo "a minor procedure on his right wrist." The 2020 No. 3 overall pick played well this season, averaging a career-high 25.2 points with 4.9 rebounds, 7.4 […]

Max Strus Out Versus Pistons On Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Max Strus (ankle) won't play on Friday versus the Detroit Pistons. Due to right ankle injury management, Strus will sit out the second half of back-to-back games. The 29-year-old posted 18 points, four rebounds and four assists across 29 minutes in a win over the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday. Ty Jerome (knee) will […]

Ty Jerome Unavailable For Friday's Matchup With Detroit

On Friday, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (knee) will be out of action against the Detroit Pistons. Jerome will miss his second game in a row due to a knee issue. The 27-year-old finished with 25 points, two rebounds and two assists across 21 minutes in a 122-111 win over the Blazers on Tuesday. With Max Strus (ankle) also […]

Lauri Markkanen Sidelined Again On Friday

According to Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (conditioning) is unavailable for Friday's matchup with the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old will miss his sixth consecutive contest for conditioning purposes. Kyle Filipowski, Cody Williams, and Brice Sensabaugh will continue to have extra fantasy value with Markkanen sidelined this evening. Markkanen's next chance to suit up is […]

NBA DFS Targets for 3/28/25 (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 […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Friday, 3/28/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

It's only seven games tonight, which feels light for a Friday night but also just might happen to be a breath of fresh air for a content creator like myself who has fewer teams to sort through and injuries to account for! As always, I'm going to help break down the FanDuel NBA DFS slate […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Friday, 3/28/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Friday starts another amazing sports weekend with baseball, college basketball, and the NBA all bringing plenty of excitement to the stage. Friday night, the NBA tips off the weekend with seven games on the main DraftKings slate, which begins at 7:00 p.m. ET and includes an NBA TV showcase between the Suns and the Timberwolves. […]

CBB DFS: DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (3/28/25)

It's the twilight of the college basketball season. What the Sweet 16 lacks in mid-majors and double-digit seeds, it makes up for in great matchups. That's not always good for DFS, but we'll make it work. Last night was a decent night. We have a few better matchups tonight, but no one with the firepower […]

Stephen Curry Questionable Against The Pels

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (pelvis) is questionable for Friday's game in New Orleans. The veteran has missed the last two games after suffering a pelvic contusion in a recent win over the Toronto Raptors. Brandin Podziemski has been handling most of the duties at the one, with the 22-year-old most recently amassing 14 […]

RJ Barrett Resting Against The Hornets

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (rest) won't play on Friday against Charlotte. The former Knick has played well this season, averaging 21.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 5.5 assists. However, he's appeared in only 54 games, missing time for various reasons. The Raptors are still in the hunt for a Play-In spot, although time is running […]

LaMelo Ball Sidelined On Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Friday versus the Raptors. Statistically, Ball has had a fantastic season, averaging a career-high 25.2 points with 7.4 assists, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 steals. However, as has been the case over the years, he has been limited by injuries, appearing in only 47 games. The Hornets […]

Malik Monk Good To Go Versus Portland

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (illness) will return from a three-game absence on Thursday against the Trail Blazers. Sacramento has lost four-straight contests, so the Kings need to get it together if the team hopes to remain in the Play-In conversation. Fortunately, Monk, who has averaged a career-high 18.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and […]

Cade Cunningham Won't Play On Friday

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (calf) won't play on Friday night versus Cleveland. Detroit currently sits comfortably in the playoff picture, so allowing Cunningham to fully recover from a calf contusion makes the most sense. Dennis Schroder has been starting in his place, most recently scoring seven points in Tuesday's win over the San Antonio […]

Devin Carter To Suit Up Against Trail Blazers

Sacramento Kings point guard Devin Carter (illness) will be active on Thursday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He was initially regarded as questionable for the game due to an illness. Carter's presence could be important for Sacramento if Malik Monk (illness) has to miss a fourth straight contest. However, it is unlikely he will make […]

Steven Adams Out On Thursday

Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (wrist) will not play on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. He has been ruled out for the contest after the team listed him as questionable on the initial injury report. Jock Landale will move up on the depth chart and serve as Alperen Sengun's backup on Thursday. Additionally, Jabari Smith […]

Amen Thompson Ready To Rock Thursday

Houston Rockets guard/forward Amen Thompson (ankle) will play in Thursday's contest against the Utah Jazz. He was in danger of missing a second consecutive contest due to a left ankle sprain, but the team has upgraded his status from questionable to available. Thompson has made big strides in his development this season and is averaging […]

Cason Wallace Upgraded To Available Thursday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (knee) will rejoin the lineup for Thursday's meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies. He has been cleared for action after missing one game due to a knee contusion. After rolling with the starters in each of his last five appearances, Wallace will come off the bench in Thursday's contest, which […]

Jalen Williams Available Against Grizzlies

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (hip) will re-enter the lineup on Thursday against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Thunder have been without Williams for a couple of weeks due to a hip problem, but he is finally back in game shape after missing seven contests. Isaiah Joe, Alex Caruso, and Kenrich Williams lose fantasy value […]

Rui Hachimura Sits Out Meeting With Bulls

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will exit the lineup for Thursday's clash against the Chicago Bulls. He only recently returned to action after missing time with a knee injury, and the team will keep Hachimura sidelined for this matchup after he played 28 minutes as a starter in Wednesday's win over the Indiana […]

Lamar Stevens Returns To Grizzlies Lineup Thursday

Memphis Grizzlies forward Lamar Stevens (shoulder) will be active for Thursday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He is ready to rejoin the action after missing three games due to a shoulder issue. Stevens will provide bench depth for Memphis but is not expected to play a significant role in Thursday's contest. In nine appearances […]

Alec Burks Available For Thursday's Matchup With Atlanta

According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Miami Heat guard/forward Alec Burks (back) is available to suit up against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. Burks had been labeled as questionable earlier due to a back injury. However, he will be good to go for the sixth straight game after missing seven in a row. Burks turned […]

Coby White Officially Available Thursday

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (toe) will be in the lineup on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers. As expected, White has received the all-clear to play after being on the initial injury report with a probable tag. White has finished three consecutive games with 35-plus points, and the hot streak includes a 36-point effort […]

Nikola Vucevic Available Thursday

Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (back) will play in Thursday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers after overcoming a questionable designation. It has been a solid campaign for Vucevic, although he has lost some momentum after spending a few weeks on the sidelines due to a calf injury. Since returning to action, Vucevic has averaged […]

Josh Giddey Will Play Against Lakers

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (wrist) will suit up for Thursday's matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was initially regarded as questionable for the game due to a wrist injury. Giddey and the Bulls only recently defeated the Lakers, with the talented Australian delivering a special stat line. He capped off a 146-115 victory […]

Duncan Robinson Remains Sidelined On Thursday

Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports that Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The 30-year-old sharpshooter will be on the shelf for his third consecutive game due to lower back pain. Alec Burks, Jaime Jaquez and Davion Mitchell could also see extra minutes in the backcourt while Robinson is sidelined. Burks […]

Lonzo Ball Downgraded To Out Thursday

Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (wrist) will not make his comeback in Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Ball is expected to return to the lineup this week and was initially listed as questionable for Thursday. Unfortunately, he is not ready to return, marking his 13th consecutive game missed. Kevin Huerter, who has […]

Cole Anthony Remains Out Against Dallas

Orlando Magic point guard Cole Anthony (toe) will miss a fifth consecutive game on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks, having been downgraded from doubtful to out. The 24-year-old playmaker is struggling to recover from a sprained left big toe. Anthony Black and Cory Joseph will maintain their additional fantasy value against Dallas. This matchup is […]

Kevin Love Out Thursday Against Hawks

According to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Miami Heat forward Kevin Love (personal) will be unavailable for Thursday's contest with the Atlanta Hawks. Love will miss his third straight game due to personal reasons. Currently, it is unknown when the 36-year-old will return. His absence won't affect fantasy this evening as he's averaging just 5.3 […]

Ty Jerome Sits Out Thursday's Game

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (knee) will miss Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Ahead of tip-off, the team has downgraded Jerome's status from questionable to out. Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson told reporters that he doesn't expect Jerome to be out long-term, so he might be ready to return later in the week. […]

Trae Young Upgraded To Available Thursday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) has received the green light to play in Thursday's matchup against the Miami Heat. The team has upgraded his status from probable to available, clearing the way for Young to make his eighth consecutive appearance. Over the last seven games, Young has produced five double-doubles. He keeps the […]