James Harden Trade Rumors Swirl

Former MVP guard James Harden's future with the Houston Rockets looks increasingly in doubt. Harden reportedly turned down a contract extension from the team and has made it clear to management that he wants to play for the Brooklyn Nets. Nothing is imminent and Harden being under contract still for multiple seasons means Houston's hand […]

Robert Covington Traded To Portland

The Houston Rockets may be starting a rebuild, as they traded forward Robert Covington to the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday for Trevor Ariza and a pair of first-round picks. Covington is one of the NBA's best three-and-D players and projects to immediately move into the starting lineup for Portland, where he'll provide strong numbers […]

Eric Bledsoe, George Hill Shipped To New Orleans

The Milwaukee Bucks have traded guards Eric Bledsoe and George Hill to the New Orleans Pelicans for Jrue Holiday. Bledsoe had been starting at point guard for the Bucks, but is likely to slot in as the two beside Lonzo Ball in New Orleans, something that could impact his value. However, if that move is […]

Jrue Holiday Traded To Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks made a huge splash addition on Monday, trading for guard Jrue Holiday of the New Orleans Pelicans. New Orleans gets Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, and three future first-round picks in the deal. The upgrade from Bledsoe to Holiday should do wonders for the Bucks when it comes to competing on both ends […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic Traded To Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks are going all in. On Monday, they acquired forward/guard Bogdan Bogdanovic from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Donte Divincenzo, Ersan Ilyasova, and D.J. Wilson. Bogdanovic will likely slot in as the starter at the two this season in a revamped Bucks lineup that will also now feature Jrue Holiday. Bogdanovic's counting […]

Ricky Rubio Traded To Thunder

The Phoenix Suns and Oklahoma City Thunder have completed a trade that sends guard Ricky Rubio to the Thunder as part of a package deal that also sends guard Chris Paul to the Phoenix Suns. Rubio averaged 13.8 points, 8.8 assists and 4.7 rebounds per game last season in Phoenix, but he's likely to share playmaking […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Heading To OKC

Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder as part of a package that sends Chris Paul to the Suns. Oubre averaged a career-high 18.7 points per game last season along with 6.4 rebounds while shooting 35.2 percent from three. He should maintain a sizable role on a Thunder […]

Chris Paul Traded To Phoenix

The Oklahoma City Thunder have traded Chris Paul to the Phoenix Suns in a deal that also sends Abdel Nader to Phoenix while sending Kelly Oubre Jr., Ricky Rubio, and other pieces back to OKC. Paul will form a potentially elite backcourt with Devin Booker in what should be a strong Phoenix offense. Paul may […]

Nets Trade For Bruce Brown Jr.

Detroit Pistons forward Bruce Brown Jr. has been traded to the Brooklyn Nets for Dzanan Musa and a 2021 second-round pick. Brown had some good moments with Detroit last year, starting 43 games and averaging 28.2 minutes per contest. He averaged 8.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game. It's really hard to know […]

Dzanan Musa Traded To Pistons

Brooklyn Nets forward Dzanan Musa has been traded to the Detroit Pistons along with a 2021 second-round pick in exchange for Bruce Brown Jr. On the surface, this seems like a losing deal for the Pistons, who pick up a promising player in Musa that has also struggled so far during his time in the […]

NBA Trade Moratorium Will End At Noon Monday

It's almost trade season in the NBA. The league's moratorium on trades will be lifted at Noon EST on Monday, paving the way for a flurry of moves ahead of Wednesday's NBA Draft and Friday's opening to free agency. A busy week for the NBA is 24 hours away, and rumored deals like the Thunder […]

Lakers Expected To Trade For Dennis Schroder

When the NBA lifts the trade moratorium on Monday, one of the first moves is expected to be a trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder that would send guard Dennis Schroder to Los Angeles. The Thunder would get the 28th pick in this year's draft plus guard Danny Green. Schroder's fantasy […]

Spurs Attempting To Trade Patty Mills

San Antonio Spurs guard Patty Mills could be on the move this offseason, according to Kevin O'Connor. The organization is reportedly shopping the veteran guard with both Milwaukee and Philadelphia showing interest. Mills fantasy value took a hit last season, but that was likely because the team wanted to give their younger talent a better […]

Davis Bertans Remains Wizards Top Priority

Washington Wizards forward Davis Bertans is going to be a highly coveted player in free agency, assuming he gets there. Wizards GM Tommy Sheppard has stated that bringing back Bertans is their top priority this offseason. He is coming off a breakout campaign where he averaged 15.4 points, 3.7 triples, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists […]

Avery Bradley Considering Declining His Player Option

Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley has switched agents and mentioned he is considering declining his player option. The deal is worth $5 million, so it's tough to imagine Bradley getting much more than that in free agency. Possibly, Bradley wants a change of scenery or a bigger role elsewhere. He won't have much fantasy […]

Goran Dragic Fully Recovered From Injury

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic (foot) is reportedly 100 percent healthy and ready to begin training camp in a few weeks. He suffered a left plantar fascia tear during the postseason, but is expected to be ready for the beginning of the season. It sounds like the Dragic who is a pending free agent has […]

Victor Oladipo Committed To Pacers

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo appears fully committed to the organization for the upcoming season. There were reports that Oladipo was asking opposing teams if he could join them last season. Oladipo declined that notion saying "That's just not true, period. I love my teammates, I cherish the state of Indiana and I'm focused on […]

Fantasy Basketball Risers - 2019-2020 Season Review

It feels like just last month I was breaking down NBA Finals games for DFS contests and here we are with the 2020-2021 season set to tip-off in only six weeks. We have the shortest NBA offseason EVER this year and it's already time to do some evaluation of the longest season ever as we […]

Pelicans Actively Shopping Jrue Holiday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday could be on the move this offseason with new head coach Stan Van Gundy taking over. The organization is reportedly openly discussing Holiday in trade talks with contending teams. Holiday has two years left on his contract and is owed $25 million this season with a $26 million player […]

Blake Griffin Expected To Be Ready For 2020-2021 Season

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (knee) is expected to be ready for the beginning of next season, according to Pistons general manager Troy Weaver. He underwent season-ending knee surgery in January, but roughly a month later head coach Dwane Casey said Griffin was 100 percent healthy. Griffin is obviously an impactful player, but health concerns […]

Knicks Showing Interest In Christian Wood

Detroit Pistons center Christian Wood is expected to be one of the top free agents during this offseason. The New York Knicks are reportedly interested in signing Wood, but so are many other teams. New York was actively scouting Wood before the trade deadline, but obviously never got a deal done for him. The Pistons […]

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Drawing Interest From Knicks

Dallas Mavericks forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is reportedly drawing some interest from the New York Knicks. New Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau appears to have eyes for the soon to be free agent forward. Kidd-Gilchrist is a decent defender, but doesn't have much value outside of that. This sounds like a move to add depth, so Kidd-Gilchrist […]

Pacers Expected To Keep T.J. McConnell

Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell is expected to stay with the organization next season despite the team having the option to buy out his contract. McConnell signed a two-year deal worth $7 million last offseason. The Pacers have the opportunity to buy out McConnell's contract for $1 million before the draft. However, it sounds like […]

Lakers Showing Interest In Serge Ibaka

Toronto Raptors center Serge Ibaka should have plenty of suitors when he hits free agency this offseason. However, the Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly offered Ibaka a chance to win a championship. Sadly, due to financial restraints they can't offer Ibaka a sizable contract. He is coming off a career-high season with 15.4 points, 8.2 […]

Jonathan Isaac Finally Off Crutches

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) was seen walking around with a knee brace, but is off crutches. Isaac has reportedly been off crutches for several weeks, which is great news in his recovery process. He appears to be upbeat about it despite not being able to play at all next season. Isaac will sit […]

Heat Might Not Extend Bam Adebayo

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo has obviously put himself in the conversation for a maximum extension. However, the organization might be reluctant to offer Adebayo that kind of deal with Giannis Antetokounmpo expected to be available next offseason. The Heat would not be able to give another max deal to someone if they give it […]

Austin Rivers Planning To Opt Out

Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers mentioned that he plans to opt out of his contract and hit free agency this offseason. "I definitely want to be out there on the open market, and just see what else is out there," said Rivers. He goes on to say that he loves Houston, but owes it to […]

Cody Zeller A Trade Candidate This Offseason

Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller understands that he could be dealt by the organization this offseason. "They kind of gave me reassurance — 'We're happy with you, we want to keep you around.' But at the same time, if a team calls with a good offer, you're going to get traded." Zeller is in his […]

Multiple Teams Showing Interest In Russell Westbrook

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook could possibly be traded during the offseason, according to Kevin O'Connor. Both the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly shown interest in the veteran guard. It's unknown what it would take to pry Westbrook away from Houston. It might not take a massive package since the organization […]

Suns Expected To Pursue Chris Paul Trade

The Phoenix Suns are reportedly interested in making a trade for veteran point guard Chris Paul, according to Brian Windhorst. It's unclear what it would take for the Suns to land Paul from Oklahoma City. Ricky Rubio would likely be dealt in the trade since Paul's presence would significantly impact his playing time in Phoenix. […]