Joel Embiid Scores 33 On Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid scored 33 points on 10-for-21 shooting in Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. In addition, he grabbed nine rebounds and posted three assists and three steals. He'll play the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday, who allow opponents to grab the 19th-most rebounds in the NBA while shooting the eighth-highest percentage from […]

James Harden With Double-Double Against 76ers

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden scored 26 points on 10-for-20 shooting in Saturday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He added in 10 assists as well while shooting 3-for-8 from three. In addition, Harden grabbed eight rebounds. With Kevin Durant out for the next week due to the league's health and safety protocols, Harden should be […]

Mike Conley Won’t Play Against Pacers

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley (hamstring) will not play on Sunday against the Pacers. The veteran has been dealing with some tightness in the area, and as a result, the team opted to play it safe by keeping him out. Conley has dealt with this issue in the past, so it wouldn't be a surprise […]

Trae Young Goes For 28 Points

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young recorded 28 points, two rebounds, 13 assists, and two blocks in 36 minutes during Saturday's win over Toronto. Young now has at least 20 points in 10 straight games and at least 25 points in eight of the past 10 games. The guard has also posted a double-double in six […]

Fred VanVleet Pours In 25 Points

Toronto Raptors guard Fred Vanvleet compiled 25 points, six rebounds, 10 assists, and two steals in 39 minutes during Saturday's loss to Atlanta. The guard has been averaging a solid 20 points per game this season and has been great the past three games. VanVleet notably scored 54 points in a game in that stretch. […]

Chris Boucher Drops Season-High 29 Points Off Bench

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher dropped a season-high 29 points along with 10 rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 33 minutes off the bench in Saturday's loss to Atlanta. Boucher is averaging 13.2 points per game but performed spectacularly on Saturday in which he also played his season-high in minutes. Overall, the forward has […]

Nikola Vucevic Goes For 17 Points

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic compiled 17 points, eight rebounds, one assist, one steal, and two blocks in 24 minutes during Saturday's loss to Chicago. The 30-year-old has been averaging 23.4 points per game this season but has been a little cold the past few games, only scoring over 20 points in two of the […]

Denzel Valentine Drops Season-High 20 Points

Chicago Bulls guard Denzel Valentine recorded a season-high 20 points along with three rebounds, four assists, and one steal in a season-high 37 minutes during Saturday's victory over the Magic. Valentine was in the starting lineup and posted his best numbers of the season with more playing time. Overall, the guard is only averaging 7.3 […]

Zach LaVine Erupts For 39 Points

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine racked up 39 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 33 minutes during Saturday's win over Orlando. LaVine has been sensational this season, averaging 26.5 points per game and scoring at least 21 points in the last nine games. He has a prime opportunity to put up big numbers in […]

Kevin Love Not Nearing Return Due To Calf Ailment

Cleveland Cavaliers power forward/center Kevin Love (calf) is "highly unlikely" to return to action during the team's upcoming road trip, which spans five games. Love was able to participate in an individual workout Saturday, but has reportedly not rejoined team workouts, an obvious hurdle needed to clear before getting back on the floor. While many […]

Jae Crowder Unlikely To Return For Sunday’s Contest

Phoenix Suns small/power forward Jae Crowder (foot) has been deemed doubtful to take the floor for Sunday's game versus the Celtics due to a sore right foot. Crowder has seen his minutes nosedive over his two most recent outings, in which he shot a combined 2-for-13 from the field. Frank Kaminsky appears to have usurped […]

New York Discusses Adding Derrick Rose

Detroit Pistons point/shooting guard Derrick Rose (personal) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus the Lakers as the team is nearing a decision on where to trade the veteran. Shams Charania of The Athletic reports that the New York Knicks are moving along in discussions to reunite Rose with head coach Tom Thibodeau, whom […]

Brandon Clarke Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Memphis Grizzlies power forward/center Brandon Clarke (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus New Orleans due to a sore right calf, marking his first absence of the year. Gorgui Dieng will enter the starting five in place of Clarke and figures to see increased DFS intrigue, but the return of Jonas Valanciunas should […]

Anthony Davis Gets Green Light To Suit Up Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers power forward/center Anthony Davis (knee) has been cleared to play Saturday versus the Pistons. Davis had been questionable throughout the day due to a left knee contusion, but he ultimately has been given the thumbs up with no mention of a minutes restriction. With Davis in the mix, those fantasy managers who […]

Goran Dragic Will Miss Sunday’s Game

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest versus the Knicks due to a sprained left ankle. Dragic sustained the injury during the second half of Friday's game, and his absence should pave the way for Kendrick Nunn to see an increased role. Head coach Erik Spoelstra will have […]

Nikola Jokic Goes Off For Career-High 50 Points

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic continued his spectacular season with a career-high 50 points in Saturday's loss to Sacramento, shooting 20-for-33 from the field, 3-for-6 from downtown, and 7-for-7 at the line. The Joker was close to his new personal best last Sunday against Utah when he matched his career high with 47 points and […]

P.J. Washington Earns Questionable Tag For Sunday

Charlotte Hornets power forward P.J. Washington (foot) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Sunday's contest versus the Wizards due to a sprained right foot. Washington has missed each of the team's past two contests due to the ailment, giving head coach James Borrego a chance to start his three-headed backcourt trio of Devonte' […]

Tyrese Haliburton Delivers 23 Points Off The Bench

Sacramento Kings point guard Tyrese Haliburton missed only four of his 12 shots in Saturday's win over Denver, picking up 23 points in 35 minutes off the bench. He had a nice 4-for-7 record from deep and completed his line with six assists, four rebounds, two steals, one block, and zero turnovers. The youngster out […]

Paul George Will Miss Sunday’s Contest

Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard/small forward Paul George (toe) has been deemed unavailable for Sunday's game versus Sacramento, marking his second consecutive absence. Luke Kennard entered the starting five Friday in place of George, while the All-Star's offensive contributions were largely reallocated throughout the roster. Kawhi Leonard figures to continue benefiting from George's absence statistically, […]

Harrison Barnes Scores Team-High 28 Points

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes continued his good run of form with a team-high 28 points in Saturday's victory over Denver. He crushed it from downtown with a 5-for-7 effort and shot 10-for-16 overall from the field. Barnes had zero turnovers in 38 minutes and capped things off with seven rebounds, four assists, and one […]

Devonte' Graham Will Miss First Outing Of Season Sunday

Charlotte Hornets point/shooting guard Devonte' Graham (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus Washington due to a strained left groin. Graham's absence will mark his first of the season, paving the way for LaMelo Ball to see an increased workload, even after starting alongside Graham on Friday. Malik Monk could also benefit from […]

Damian Lillard Has Six Triples, 29 Points Versus Knicks

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard made six treys and scored a game-high 29 points on Saturday, but his efforts weren't enough for the team in a 110-99 loss to the Knicks. He had 12 attempts from downtown and shot 10-for-20 overall from the field with a 3-for-5 record at the foul line. Lillard's […]

Orlando Rules Out Evan Fournier Saturday Due To Back Spasms

The back spasms that have derailed Orlando Magic shooting guard Evan Fournier's season have cropped again as of Saturday. Fournier was a post-lock time scratch due to the ailment, which has now ruled him out for the remainder of the contest against Chicago. Dwayne Bacon entered the starting five in his place and would stand […]

Anthony Davis Picks Up Questionable Tag For Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers power forward/center Anthony Davis (knee) has been listed as questionable to play in Saturday's game versus the Pistons due to a left knee contusion. Davis missed the last meeting between the two clubs, which allowed Kyle Kuzma to enter the starting five and deliver a double-double in place of Davis. Should Davis […]

Elfrid Payton Scores 22 Points In Saturday's Win

New York Knicks point guard Elfrid Payton enjoyed a fine scoring performance in Saturday's clash with the Blazers, shooting 10-for-19 from the field en route to 22 points. He also had seven rebounds, four assists, and one block in the game with two turnovers in 35 minutes. Payton was stuck in a slump just last […]

Julius Randle Posts Another Double-Double

New York Knicks power forward Julius Randle collected his third double-double in four games in Saturday's win over Portland, scoring 22 points and grabbing 15 rebounds. He also had four assists with one turnover in 39 minutes, while shooting 6-for-17 from the field, 2-for-4 from three-point land, and 6-for-8 at the line. Randle is among […]

Joel Embiid Cleared To Suit Up Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been given the green light to take the floor for Saturday's game versus the Nets as he works through right knee soreness. Embiid has been playing at an elite level over his last seven games, averaging 35.6 points and 9.7 rebounds per contest in that span, all while […]

Jaylen Brown Remains Sidelined For Sunday’s Contest

Boston Celtics small forward Jaylen Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Suns due to a sore left knee. Grant Williams was elevated into the starting five Friday in Brown's absence and played a career-high 32 minutes, an indication of the role that he could play as long as Brown is […]

Kyrie Irving Expected Back Against Detroit

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (finger) should be good to go for Tuesday's matchup against the Pistons, according to head coach Steve Nash. The veteran suffered a sprain on his right index finger on Friday against the Toronto Raptors, which ultimately forced him to miss Saturday's Eastern Conference showdown with the Philadelphia 76ers. Fantasy managers […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Enters Starting Five Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward/center Jarred Vanderbilt has rejoined the team's starting lineup for Saturday's contest versus Oklahoma City, bumping Josh Okogie to the second unit. Vanderbilt had a six-game stretch earlier this year among the starting five, which resulted in him averaging 9.0 points, 6.3 boards, 2.3 assists, and 2.0 steals, making him an appealing […]