FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (10/19/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

I really hope you didn't forget to leave milk and cookies out for Kevin Durant last night. Why? Because the NBA is officially back! The 2021-2022 season tips off on Tuesday with a two-game primetime slate featuring the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Brooklyn Nets and later on the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors. Two-game […]

Gordon Hayward Should Be Available On Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward has cleared quarantine and is expected to play in Wednesday's season opener against the Indiana Pacers. Hayward has gone through some practices and feels good heading into the season. Although, Hayward could be on a minutes limit while he gets up his conditioning. Fantasy managers might want to monitor him […]

Daniel Gafford Signs Extension With Wizards

Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford has reached a three-year, $40.2 million extension with the organization. The young center was logjammed in Chicago, but he should have a significant role in Washington. Gafford is expected to be the starting center heading into the regular season. Thomas Bryant and Montrezl Harrell should be in the mix as […]

Ben Simmons Given One-Game Suspension

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons has been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team. That means that Simmons will not suit up for Wednesday's season opener against the New Orleans Pelicans. Head coach Doc Rivers threw Simmons out of Tuesday's practice after Simmons refused to do defensive drills or listen to the coach. […]

Jalen Suggs Expects To Play In Season Opener

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (illness) is expected to play in Wednesday's season opener against the San Antonio Spurs. The prized rookie has been dealing with a stomach bug, but it doesn't sound like something that will sideline him. Suggs should get plenty of run in Orlando and be a fine fantasy option in all […]

Chris Boucher Gets Back To Practice On Tuesday

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher (finger) returned to practice on Tuesday, which is a good sign for Wednesday's season opener. The Raptors are hopeful that Boucher will be cleared in time for Wednesday's matchup. Otherwise, Khem Birch and Precious Achiuwa would see more minutes, but neither is worth a look in DFS contests. Boucher is […]

Terry Rozier Should Play In Season Opener

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's season opener against the Indiana Pacers. He missed multiple preseason games due to a left ankle sprain. It seems like the organization was being cautious during these meaningless contests. Fantasy managers should feel confident that Rozier will suit up for the season opener. […]

NBA DFS Prop Picks for PrizePicks - Tuesday 10/19

Hello everybody and welcome! The 2021 NBA season is finally underway and that means our new friends over at PrizePicks have a TON of great props we can look to take advantage of. PrizePicks is a great DFS props site where you can choose to select plays in terms of fantasy points or single stats. […]

NBA DFS Prop Picks for 10/19 - Monkey Knife Fight

It's safe now, faithfuls. We can come out from under our rock. Our sacred sport has returned. With two games Tuesday, the Nets and Bucks lead off the season, leaving us with similar 30.5-point lines from both Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Following that, is a matchup between the Warriors and Lakers, which as of […]

Daily NBA Injury Roundup for October 19th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily NBA injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy basketball (DFS) lineups, every day of the NBA season. Below is our updated list of injured NBA players for October 19th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Video: Fantasy Basketball Targets and Avoids

Are you ready for the return of the NBA and some fantasy basketball this season? "Thunder Dan" Palyo drop his favorite players to target or avoid at their current industry ADPs based on our RotoBaller staff consensus rankings. Be sure to also tune into RotoBaller Radio on SiriusXM (channel Sirius 210, XM 87) - every weekday morning […]

Alex Burns' Updated Fantasy Basketball Rankings and Draft Analysis

Well, we made it! After a three-month layoff with no hoops, the NBA returns in just a few short days. Believe it or not, it will actually be the third NBA season to take place in the last 373 days! Regardless, the return of hoops can only mean one thing: Fantasy Basketball is back! The […]

Ben Simmons Practices With Sixers

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons returned to practice with the team on Sunday. Despite that, it's uncertain if Simmons is going to suit up for Wednesday's regular season opener. The star guard hasn't practiced much this offseason and it's unclear if he's in game shape yet. Fantasy managers should expect Simmons to sit out or […]

Bradley Beal Back At Practice

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (knee) returned to practice on Sunday for the first time since suffering an injury on Friday. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. said Beal looked fine and it appears to be a minor knee issue. The organization is likely going to be cautious over the next few days. Although, fantasy managers […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. Signs Massive Extension

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. has agreed to a massive extension with the organization. The two sides agreed to a four-year $105 million extension, which is fair given what Jackson brings to the table. Last season, Jackson averaged 15.4 points, 1.7 triples 4.7 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable […]

Al-Farouq Aminu Cut By Spurs

San Antonio Spurs forward Al-Farouq Aminu has been released by the organization on Monday. The veteran forward was unable to make the 15-man roster and will attempt to land elsewhere. He wasn't high on the depth chart and the Spurs are more of a rebuilding team that would rather play younger players. Aminu might catch […]

Cade Cunningham Remains Without A Timetable

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (ankle) is currently listed as day-to-day, but remains without a timetable to return, according to head coach Dwane Casey. The Pistons are going to be cautious with their superstar guard. It sounds like he's going to miss some games to begin the regular season. Although, the prized guard should be […]

Jordan McLaughlin Hopeful To Play Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin (groin) is hopeful to suit up for the season opener on Wednesday, according to head coach Chris Finch. Patrick Beverley is already ruled out due to a suspension. It sounds like the organization is going to wait and see how McLaughlin is feeling after another day of practice. Otherwise, D'Angelo […]

Top 250 Rankings: Fantasy Basketball Head-to-Head (9-Category)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! The NBA season is rapidly approaching, and here at RotoBaller HQ our awesome team of writers is cranking out lots of great preseason fantasy basketball analysis articles to get you ready for the season, including our 2021-2022 fantasy basketball rankings. For those of you getting ready to draft your teams, below you'll find […]

2021-2022 RotoBaller NBA Staff League Draft Recap and Analysis

It's the time of year again! NBA draft season is in full effect and I was excited to participate in our RotoBaller staff league draft this week. We added some more analysts to the league this year and made it a 14-team league. We always play the standard 9-cat format on Yahoo, which is by […]

Bradley Beal Exits Friday's Game With Knee Contusion

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (knee) left Friday's preseason finale against the Knicks with an injury. Beal, who played only nine minutes while scoring five points with two assists, left the game in the first half and failed to return with a right knee contusion. Head coach Wes Unseld Jr. noted that he doesn't believe […]

Luka Samanic Signs With Knicks

The New York Knicks have agreed to a two-way deal with forward Luke Samanic. The former first round pick struggled during his time with the San Antonio Spurs last season. The 21-year-old averaged 3.7 points and 2.1 rebounds in 9.3 minutes with the Spurs during the 2020 campaign. Samanic played much better in the G-League […]

LiAngelo Ball Waived, Expected To Join G-League

Charlotte Hornets guard LiAngelo Ball has been waived by the organization after signing with them on Thursday. The expectation is that they'd waive him and Ball would play for their G-League affiliate to start the season. In five preseason games, Ball averaged, 9.6 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 17.4 minutes per game. It's […]

Ben Simmons Eligible To Return

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons has cleared health and safety protocols and is eligible to rejoin the team. Despite that, Simmons won't play during the preseason finale against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. The organization still believes they can salvage their relationship with Simmons. It's unclear if Simmons has any intention of suiting up for […]

Mitchell Robinson Could Possibly Return On Friday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (foot) is listed as questionable for Friday's preseason game against the Washington Wizards. Head coach Tom Thibodeau mentioned that Robinson is nearing a return to game action. It's uncertain if he'll play on Friday, but it sounds like Robinson should be ready for the season opener. Nerlens Noel (knee) […]

Daniel Theis, Eric Gordon Ruled Out On Friday

Houston Rockets center Daniel Theis (rest) and guard Eric Gordon (rest) have been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs. There aren't any lingering injuries here, so the Rockets are just playing it safe as the regular season approaches. Theis has played well during his three preseason games, but only averaged […]

Daily NBA Injury Roundup for October 15th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily NBA injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy basketball (DFS) lineups, every day of the NBA season. Below is our updated list of injured NBA players for October 15th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Daily NBA Injury Roundup for October 14th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily NBA injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy basketball (DFS) lineups, every day of the NBA season. Below is our updated list of injured NBA players for October 14th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Killian Hayes Ruled Out For Wednesday's Game

Detroit Pistons point guard Killian Hayes (head) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the New York Knicks. Hayes was involved in a collision during the team's previous preseason game on Monday. According to the injury report, he is out for Wednesday's game with a concussion, but there hadn't been any mention of […]