Atlanta Clears Onyeka Okongwu To Return Saturday

Atlanta Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu (Achilles) has been given the thumbs up to get back in action Saturday versus Toronto after a three-game absence related to left Achilles soreness. Okongwu has played sparingly during his rookie season due to injuries, but has shown a propensity for shot-blocking (1.2 per game) when cleared. That being said, […]

Kevin Durant To Miss Three Games

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) will be out during the team's next three contests. The veteran was reportedly in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, and to adhere with league rules, he won't be in the lineup against Philadelphia, Detroit, and Indiana. In his absence, Jeff Green should […]

John Wall, David Nwaba Will Play In Saturday’s Contest

Houston Rockets point guard John Wall (back) and shooting guard/small forward David Nwaba (ankle) have both been cleared to play in Saturday's game versus San Antonio, adding to the team's backcourt depth. Wall has seen his minutes total kept in check over the past two weeks as he deals with myriad ailments, whereas Nwaba has […]

Eric Paschall Will Miss Saturday’s Game

Golden State Warriors power forward Eric Paschall (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus Dallas as he continues to battle knee soreness. His absence means that Golden State will once again be significantly short-handed in the frontcourt, likely paving the way for Draymond Green and Juan Toscano-Anderson to see significantly increased workloads and […]

Larry Nance Jr. Cleared To Play

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) will play on Saturday night against the visiting Bucks. The veteran has been dealing with a sprain as of late, forcing him to miss the team's previous three games. As a result, look for Taurean Prince to head back to the bench while also potentially seeing a decrease […]

D'Angelo Russell Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (quad) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Oklahoma City as he continues to work through a quad contusion. Russell missed three games due to the ailment back in January, but had returned to play in each of Minnesota's past five contests. Ricky Rubio will enter the starting […]

Al Horford Sitting On Saturday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder center Al Horford (load management) will not play on Saturday night against the Timberwolves. The 34-year-old will be out for the second of a back-to-back for rest, which will open the door for Mike Muscala to potentially see a noticeable increase in production. Muscala played 25 minutes on Friday night, finishing with […]

Shai Gilgeous Alexander, Luguentz Dort Cleared To Play Saturday

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have reinforcements for Saturday's game versus Minnesota after having just eight players at their disposal Friday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee), Luguentz Dort (knee) and Theo Maledon lead the returning charge and are likely to return to their previous workloads after a stint out of the mix. Hamidou Diallo sees his DFS […]

Trae Young Receives Green Light To Play Saturday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (calf) has been given the thumbs up to take the floor for Saturday's contest versus Toronto while dealing with a right calf contusion. Young is back in the mix after a one-game absence, bumping Rajon Rondo back to the second unit and out of DFS consideration. When healthy, Young […]

Isaiah Roby Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Oklahoma City Thunder power forward/center Isaiah Roby (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Minnesota due to a sore right foot. With both he and Al Horford (rest) sidelined, Mike Muscala figures to see a sizable role in the frontcourt and should be one of the most highly-targeted DFS options during a crowded […]

Jeff Green To Start On Saturday

Brooklyn Nets forward Jeff Green will start on Saturday night against Philadelphia. With Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) held out after reportedly coming in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, the veteran will slide in at the four spot. Green is averaging 9.5 points and nearly five rebounds in 10 games as […]

Kevin Durant Out Against Philly

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (health and safety protocols) won't play on Saturday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran was yanked early on Friday night against the Raptors after he reportedly was exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19. In his place, Jeff Green should get some extra run as a member of the […]

Lauri Markkanen Officially Out

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) won't play on Saturday night against Orlando. The 23-year-old exited prematurely after suffering the injury against the Magic in the first of a back-to-back series. In his place, Thaddeus Young, who had 15 points on Friday night, will slide in at the four spot. Fantasy managers should keep him […]

Naz Reid Probable On Saturday Evening

Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (wrist) is expected to play on Saturday against OKC. The 21-year-old has been dealing with the ailment for quite some time but has played through it for the most part. With Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) still out after missing his previous 11 games due to COVID-19, Reid should continue to get […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Out Again

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (illness) is out once again against the Thunder. Towns hasn't played since the middle of January, missing his previous 11 games due to COVID-19. In his place, Naz Reid (wrist), who had 17 points and nine rebounds against OKC on Friday night, should fill-in on Saturday.

P.J. Dozier Out Again

Denver Nuggets forward P.J. Dozier (hamstring) is out on Saturday against Sacramento. The 24-year-old has missed his previous four games, so his absence against the Kings isn't a surprise by any means. In his stead, Paul Millsap and Michael Porter Jr. should see expanded roles.

Jamal Murray Labeled A Game-Time Decision

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (knee) is questionable heading into Saturday's matchup against Sacramento. Murray has been dealing with soreness since Thursday's loss to the Lakers and will potentially try things out before opening tip. If he doesn't play, Monte Morris will likely fill in, with the 25-year-old logging 16 points across 26 minutes off […]

Larry Nance Jr. Has A Chance To Play

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) has a chance to play on Saturday night against Milwaukee. The veteran has been dealing with a sprain as of late, forcing him to miss the team's previous three games. While he has progressed to light shooting over the last few days and still could make an appearance, […]

Kevin Huerter Likely To Suit Up Against Toronto

Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (ankle) is probable to suit up against the Raptors on Saturday. Huerter has been dealing with soreness but was still able to see the floor against the Utah Jazz on Thursday night, finishing with 16 points and three steals. He should be considered for all DFS lineups, primarily if Trae […]

Trae Young Questionable Against Visiting Raptors

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (calf) has been deemed questionable heading into Saturday's matchup against the Raptors. The third-year man out of Oklahoma wasn't in the lineup on Thursday night against the Jazz and may be forced to miss his second-straight while working his way back from the injury. If he is indeed absent against […]

Otto Porter Out Against Magic

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (back) won't play against the Magic on Saturday. The veteran has missed his previous two games due to spasms, and while he had a shot at playing against Orlando, he will sit out another one. In his place, look for Thaddeus Young and Denzel Valentine, who had 14 points and […]

Lauri Markkanen Doubtful Against Orlando

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (shoulder) is unlikely to play on Saturday against Orlando. The 23-year-old suffered the injury during the first meeting of the series against the Magic and was forced to exit prematurely as a result. If he is indeed confirmed out, look for Thaddeus Young (back), who had 15 points throughout 32 […]

Thaddeus Young Probable On Saturday

Chicago Bulls forward Thaddeus Young (back) is probable to play during the team's second-straight meeting against the Magic. The veteran emerged from Friday's matchup against Orlando with back spasms but should be good to go on Saturday evening. With the Bulls down Otto Porter Jr. (back) and potentially Lauri Markkanen (shoulder), Young should be considered […]

Daniel Theis Departs Early Friday Due To Knee Soreness

Boston Celtics center Daniel Theis (knee) was not able to return for the second half of Friday's game versus the Clippers due to a sore left knee. With Boston cramming games into a small window, it appears as if the organization was just playing it safe as it pertained to holding Theis out. Carsen Edwards […]

Goran Dragic Sprains Ankle Friday, Uncertain For Sunday

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic (ankle) went down with a sprained left ankle in the third quarter of Friday's win over Washington, an ailment that kept him from returning. Dragic had been dealing with a knee ailment, but felt well enough to play, and thereby was inserted into the starting five Friday. Now, his […]

De'Andre Hunter Ruled Out Saturday; Remains Without Timetable

Atlanta Hawks small/power forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) has officially been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus Toronto as he works his way back from what the team has called "articular wear and tear" in his right knee. Hunter's absence doesn't appear to be ending anytime soon, with the team expected to re-evaluate his status by […]

Matthew Dellavedova Eyes Return To Action In 2021

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (concussion) recently made it clear that he's not retiring despite a recent concussion that has kept him in the league's protocol thus far in 2020-21. The Cavs are hopeful to get Dellavedova back this year as a reserve guard, and his placement on the Australian National Team for the […]

Nerlens Noel Will Miss Saturday’s Game

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest against Portland due to a knee ailment. Noel's presence on the defensive end will be missed (eight blocks in his last two games), potentially opening the door for Obi Toppin to see increased minutes in the frontcourt. Aside from those fantasy […]

Larry Nance Jr. Earns Questionable Tag For Saturday

Cleveland Cavaliers small/power forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) has improved enough to be listed as questionable for Saturday's contest versus the Bucks as he works his way back from a wrist sprain. Nance has missed each of the team's last three games due to the ailment, paving the way for Taurean Prince to see an […]

Kevin Durant Improves To Questionable For Saturday

Brooklyn Nets power forward Kevin Durant has been bumped up to questionable to play in Saturday's game versus Philadelphia as he works through the league's health and safety protocols. Durant's fiasco from Friday has delivered significant fallout, with the superstar not having tested positive for the virus, but reportedly having been in contact with another […]