Trae Young Drops 31 Points

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young compiled 31 points, four rebounds, 11 assists, and three steals in 37 minutes during Friday's loss to Boston. In the past two games, Young has been on fire, posting 31 and 40 points. The youngster also has two double-doubles in the past four games. Up next is a matchup on […]

LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma Listed As Probable Against Heat

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) and forward Kyle Kuzma (back) are probable for Saturday's game against the Heat. Forward Markieff Morris (ankle) is also probable. James has appeared on nearly every injury report since the season started, so there's no reason to suspect that he'll be inactive, especially with Anthony Davis sidelined (Achilles). […]

Dennis Schroder To Miss Second Straight Game On Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder will be out on Saturday against the Heat. This will be his second straight absence, as his status and possible return remain cloudy while he remains in the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocol. Alex Caruso and Talen Horton-Tucker should see added minutes against the Heat, as both played 25-plus […]

Goran Dragic To Be Absent Again Saturday

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Lakers. Dragic didn't travel with the team- and it's not known when he'll make his return from an ankle injury that will cost him his seventh missed game. Guards Tyler Herro and Kendrick Nunn- who have each had lucrative nights scoring the […]

Coby White Returns For Second Half

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (knee) is back out there for the second half of Friday's game against the 76ers. White banged his knee in the first quarter, though it doesn't appear to be too serious. However, the Bulls have the second half of a back-to-back on Saturday, so fantasy managers should prepare for the […]

Harrison Barnes, Richaun Holmes Questionable On Saturday

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes (foot) and center Richaun Holmes (knee) are questionable to play in Saturday's game against the Bulls. Forward Glenn Robinson II (knee) is also questionable as he deals with a sore knee. Barnes missed the last game and Holmes the last two, with Nemanja Bjelica and Hassan Whiteside stepping up to […]

Coby White Questionable To Return Friday With Knee Injury

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (quad) is questionable to return to Friday's game against the 76ers. White has been diagnosed with a knee contusion, which occurred when he hit his knee on a play in the first quarter. Hopefully, it's not too serious, as White has been playing well lately. Ryan Arcidiacono and Tomas Satoransky […]

Mike Conley Will Play Against Clippers On Minutes Restriction

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) will play on Friday against the Clippers. Conley missed the last six games as he dealt with a sore hamstring, though he'll be back in the lineup for a rematch with the Clippers, who will be at full strength. Conley will be on a minutes restriction, per head coach […]

Kawhi Leonard, Paul George Available To Play Against Jazz

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (leg) and forward Paul George (foot) are available to play in Friday's game against the Jazz. George had missed the last seven games while Leonard was sidelined for three games, though they'll be out there for a rematch with the Jazz, who own the league's best record. Nicolas Batum […]

Chris Boucher Getting The Start On Friday

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher will make his first start of the season on Friday against the Timberwolves. Boucher will start at the five as the Raptors go small with OG Anunoby (rest) ruled out for the second half of the back-to-back. His fantasy managers were probably starting to wonder what it would take for […]

OG Anunoby Won't Play Against Timberwolves

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (rest) won't play on Friday against the Timberwolves. Anunoby is technically active and was slated to start, though the Raptors want to be cautious with him since he only just returned from a calf injury- and it's the second night of a back-to-back. With Kyle Lowry (thumb, ankle) also out, […]

Fantasy Basketball Buy, Sell, or Hold: Tobias Harris and Khris Middleton

Trading in fantasy basketball can help you improve your team in the short, as well as in the long term. But, even more than that, it's just plain fun. Negotiating with your mate, going back and forth with offers, and hopefully, reaching a mutually beneficial agreement in the end. It's not always easy to find […]

JaMychal Green Questionable To Return Friday

Denver Nuggets forward/center JaMychal Green (shoulder) is questionable to return Friday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Green was probable coming into the contest with a right shoulder strain, but lasted just one minute before tweaking his left shoulder. Green was seen on the bench with an ice pack wrapped around his shoulder. If Green is out […]

Kyle Lowry Ruled Out Against Minnesota

Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (thumb) will not play Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Lowry came down to a game-time decision and head coach Nick Nurse is labeling him as "day-to-day". Nurse even said Lowry could be listed as probable next game after they see him go through his game-day workout. With Lowry out, Fred […]

D.J. Augustin Starting Over Bryn Forbes Friday

Milwaukee Bucks guard D.J. Augustin will start Friday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Bucks are on a five-game losing streak and need to make some changes while Jrue Holiday (health and safety protocols) is still out. Augustin will push Bryn Forbes to the bench who was serviceable as a three-pointer streamer. Augustin could […]

Semi Ojeleye And Javonte Green Coming Off The Bench Friday

Boston Celtics forward Semi Ojeleye and guard Javonte Green will come off the bench Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. Kemba Walker (rest) and Daniel Theis (finger) are back for this game and the Celtics will start their normal, bigger lineup. Ojeleye has been starting for the injured Theis and put up some low-end lines while […]

Dillon Brooks Out Against Pistons

Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks (thigh) will not play Friday against the Detroit Pistons. Brooks is dealing with some thigh soreness and does not sound like he will be out for long. Regardless, the Grizzlies are getting De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) and Desmond Bane (personal) back so there are a lot of options for Memphis to […]

JaMychal Green In The Starting Lineup Friday

Denver Nuggets forward JaMychal Green (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for his team's contest against the Cavaliers Friday. It's unclear when Green suffered the injury, though it doesn't appear to be a serious shoulder strain, as he looked good in Wednesday's game. The veteran forward has played at least 29 minutes in each of […]

Dillon Brooks Questionable Against Pistons

Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks (thigh) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday. If he's unable to go, De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) would be a great pivot play against the Pistons' poor defense, as he has excellent per-36 numbers. Brooks had strung together a couple of strong shooting performances before struggling with efficiency on […]

Sekou Doumbouya Available Against Memphis

Detroit Pistons forward Sekou Doumbouya (concussion) is available to play Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Doumbouya was getting limited minutes with Detroit before missing the past three games with a concussion. However, Blake Griffin (trade rumors) is now sitting out which could lead to Doumbouya getting extra development. Doumbouya is still behind Jerami Grant and […]

Ben Simmons Won't Play On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (illness) is officially out on Friday against the Bulls. Updating a previous report, Simmons was listed as probable, though that seemed like a very optimistic outlook given that he couldn't participate in the team's shootaround. Philadelphia will be without his services for the second straight game as he continues to […]

De'Anthony Melton Expected To Play Friday

Memphis Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) is expected to play Friday against the Detroit Pistons. Melton has missed six straight games with a shoulder strain, but head coach Taylor Jenkins "expects Melton to be available to play" on Friday. That does not exactly confirm his return, but Melton should be in the lineup barring any […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (2/19/21): NBA DFS Lineups

It’s unclear if the Utah Jazz will be stopped anytime soon, with their rematch against the Clippers on Friday serving as one of many rematches of recent showdowns. Much in the ilk that it’s difficult to gauge individual player performance from game-to-game during a playoff series, it’s similarly hard during the regular season. Depending upon […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (2/19/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We've got a nine-game slate for Friday. The Raptors and Bucks are the only teams playing the second leg of a back-to-back. There are two games at 7:00 PM ET (GS@ORL and DEN@CLE), two games at 7:30 PM CHI@PHI and ATL@BOS), three games at 8:00 PM (OKC@MIL, DET@MEM, and PHO@NO), one game at 9:00 PM […]

Steven Adams Ruled Out Friday

New Orleans Pelicans center Steven Adams (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Suns. Adams played through a back injury on Wednesday but twisted his ankle during the contest, as he was unable to return. In his stead, Willy Hernangomez compiled 11 points and a season-high 17 rebounds in 29 minutes. While center Jaxson […]

Devonte' Graham Now Doubtful For Saturday

As an update to a previous report, Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham (knee) is now doubtful to play Saturday against the Golden State Warriors. Graham was questionable and had little hope to play, but this almost seals the deal of Graham missing the game. Malik Monk would be a good streamer for points and threes […]

Will Barton Available To Play Friday Night

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Will Barton (personal) is available to play Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Barton has missed the past three games due to personal reasons and was questionable coming into this contest, but he appears on track to play. Barton could come off the bench or push Michael Porter Jr. out of the […]

Ben Simmons Probable, Shake Milton To Miss Another Game

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (illness) is probable to play on Friday while guard Shake Milton (ankle) is out. Simmons is technically listed as probable- though head coach Doc Rivers said that his status is still up in the air after he was unable to take part in the team's shootaround. While Milton is out […]

James Wiseman And Kevon Looney Out For Back-To-Back

Golden State Warriors centers James Wiseman (wrist) and Kevon Looney (ankle) are ruled out for both Friday against the Orlando Magic and Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets. Wiseman has been nearing his return this week and head coach Steve Kerr hinted he could return this weekend, but that will not be the case. As for […]

Harry Giles III Remains Out On Saturday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Harry Giles III (calf) will not play Saturday against the Washington Wizards. Giles was diagnosed with a calf strain which has a high chance of reaggravation so the Blazers are likely taking it slow given the amount of injuries they already have. Carmelo Anthony has been the next man up for […]