Fantasy Basketball Rotation Watch: Playing Time Updates For Week 13

Welcome to Rotation Watch! Each week this article will break down who is gaining and who is losing minutes around the NBA. Fantasy managers want the players that are getting the opportunity to shine, not the ones who are sitting on the bench and watching from the sidelines. I hate sounding like a broken record, […]

Buy, Sell, or Hold: Robert Covington and Kemba Walker

Surging players are always great trade bait, and if you do your fishing right, after their explosion is over you could end up with a nice catch. For this to be successful, one should always keep an eye out for players' forms and take advantage of their own player's hot streak and another, more valuable […]

Fantasy Basketball Week 13 Waiver Wire Specialists

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! This season has been entertaining with many different story lines, and we're excited for what the rest of the season has to offer. This is a reminder that fantasy basketball is a marathon, not a sprint. We are just past halfway into the fantasy season, where managers should have […]

Tyler Herro Won't Play Wednesday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He hurt his left knee during practice on Tuesday. The Heat aren't sure how long Herro is going to be sidelined. Kendrick Nunn, Goran Dragic, Derrick Jones, and Duncan Robinson will split up the extra playing time.

Daniel Theis is Hopeful to Play on Wednesday

Boston Celtics forward/center Daniel Theis (knee) is feeling better and is hopeful to play in Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He didn't play in Monday's game, but it sounds like Theis is making progress. Enes Kanter wouldn't see as much playing time if Theis is back in the mix here. Fantasy owners should check […]

Jayson Tatum is Ruled Out Against Pistons

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. He was listed as probable due to right knee soreness, but the Celtics are electing to take the cautious approach here. Grant Williams and Semi Ojeleye should be asked to step up without Tatum available. Kemba Walker, Jaylen […]

P.J. Tucker is Questionable for Wednesday

Houston Rockets forward P.J. Tucker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He suffered a shoulder injury on Saturday, but was able to play through the issue on Tuesday. The Rockets are likely going to wait until closer to tip-off before making a final decision. Houston will likely use […]

Wilson Chandler Will Play Versus 76ers

Brooklyn Nets forward Wilson Chandler (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Chandler was held out of Tuesday's contest due to tightness in his left hamstring. Rodions Kurucs will see less playing time with Chandler back in the mix on Wednesday. Neither player is much of a fantasy option at the moment, […]

Kyrie Irving is Good to Go for Wednesday

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game versus the Philadelphia 76ers. He played 32 minutes during Tuesday's game, so there was some concern he'd have a rest day on Wednesday. It sounds like Irving is feeling fine and he shouldn't be limited during Wednesday's contest. […]

Kristaps Porzingis is Expected to Play on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. He's expected to return from his eight game absence, but we'll see what happens closer to tip-off. Dorian Finney-Smith, Maximilian Kleber, and possibly Dwight Powell will lose minutes and value with Porzingis returning. He'll likely be under a […]

Jrue Holiday is Limited in Practice

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday (elbow) was limited to non-contact work during Wednesday's practice. It sounds unlikely that Holiday is going to be able to suit up for Thursday's game versus the Utah Jazz. It'll be his sixth game in a row on the sidelines, but hopefully he'll return soon. Josh Hart should continue […]

Alex Len Misses Wednesday's Practice

Atlanta Hawks center Alex Len (back) was unable to suit up for Wednesday's practice. He missed Tuesday's game with lower back pain and it doesn't appear to be healing too fast. The Hawks don't play again until Friday, so Len has a couple of days to rest. Damian Jones would see increased playing time if […]

D.J. Augustin, Michael Carter-Williams Are Out Wednesday

Orlando Magic guards D.J. Augustin (knee) and Michael Carter-Williams (shoulder) have been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Sadly, Evan Fournier (quad) was added to the injury report after shootaround and he's questionable for this one. Markelle Fultz isn't going to have much help off the bench on Wednesday. Melvin Frazier […]

Evan Fournier is Questionable for Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard/forward Evan Fournier (quad) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. It sounds like Fournier suffered a quad injury during shootaround on Wednesday. That's not a good sign, but we'll see how Fournier is feeling closer to tip-off. The Magic are banged up right now, so Markelle Fultz […]

Anthony Davis is Ruled Out for Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (tailbone) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. Davis is moving in the right direction, but he's not feeling well enough to suit up here. There's a chance that Davis is back for Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. Kyle Kuzma will see increased playing […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic is Ruled Out Wednesday

Sacramento Kings forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. This marks the sixth game in a row that Bogdanovic has been sidelined due to an ankle issue. He's been making progress, so the Kings are hopeful Bogdanovic can return for Saturday's game. Trevor Ariza will continue to […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. is Out for Thursday

Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (concussion) is listed as out for Thursday's game against the New York Knicks. He's currently in concussion protocol, so Oubre could be looking at missing multiple games. Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, and Dario Saric should all see increased playing time while Oubre is sidelined. Bridges is the best fantasy […]

Ricky Rubio Will Rejoin Team on Thursday

Phoenix Suns guard Ricky Rubio (personal) will rejoin the team for Thursday's game against the New York Knicks. He didn't travel with the team for their last game due to the birth of his child. Rubio will be back in action on Thursday, so Elie Okobo will head back to the bench and lose most […]

Frank Ntilikina Might Play Versus Suns

New York Knicks guard Frank Ntilikina (groin) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He was listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game and didn't suit up for that one. It seems like Ntilikina is getting closer to returning, but fantasy owners will have to wait and see. Elfrid Payton would lose […]

Marcus Morris Might Play Thursday

New York Knicks forward Marcus Morris (neck) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He's missed each of the last five games, so having him listed as questionable is a good sign right now. Reggie Bullock (neck) and Kevin Knox will continue to see increased playing time until Morris is back. […]

Damion Lee Will Start on Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Damion Lee will be in the starting five for Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Lee is officially under contract and back with the team after missing the last two games. Alec Burks will head to the second unit and lose some value with Lee returning. Lee is worth using in […]

Marquese Chriss Could Return Thursday

Golden State Warriors forward Marquese Chriss could be back with the organization in time for Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He was waived by the team in order to clear a roster spot for Damion Lee. The Warriors have signed Lee, so Chriss is able to return to the roster. Alen Smailagic could lose […]

Bradley Beal is Questionable Versus Bulls

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He's dealing with right shoulder soreness, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him sit this one out. Beal has missed each of the last five games due to a lingering leg injury. Gary Payton, Jordan McRae, and […]

Bobby Portis Scores 20 For Second Time This Month

New York Knicks forward Bobby Portis scored 20 points with eight rebounds, one assist, one triple, and one steal in a 128-102 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Portis scored 20 for the second time this month. The only problem with the 24-year-old is his inconsistent playing time, which makes for spotty fantasy showings. Still, he's […]

RJ Barrett Scores 22 In Losing Effort

New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett scored 22 points with eight rebounds, five triples, three assists, one steal, and one block in a 128-102 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. The Knicks may have lost big, but that shouldn't dampen the fact Barrett has put together his best overall two-game stretch this year. He's averaged 22.5 […]

Darius Garland Records First Career Double-Double

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Darius Garland dished out a career-best 10 assists during Tuesday’s loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, ultimately recording the first double-double of his young professional career. He scuffled to the tune of just 5-for-16 shooting, but finished with 14 points. The rookie has been finding an offensive rhythm over his last […]

Tristan Thompson Goes Scoreless In Loss Across 24 Minutes

Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson failed to record a made field goal during Tuesday’s loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, marking the first time this season that he finished with a goose egg in that column with the last such instance coming April 5, 2018. The timing of the dud was particularly strenuous as the […]

Josh Hart (SG/SF, NO) - Week 13 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add In 12-Team Leagues OWNED IN: 27% of leagues ANALYSIS: There are definitely a couple of strong reasons for why you might want to avoid Josh Hart, namely that his three-point shooting percentage has decreased steadily each month from 40% in October to 29.7% to kick off the new year and his usage […]

Lou Williams Compiles 24 Points Across 20 Minutes

Los Angeles Clippers point/shooting guard Lou Williams has made a career out of scoring piles of points in a short span and Tuesday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers was no different: in just 20 minutes off the bench, Williams shot 10-for-13 overall en route to a 24-point showing. In his quest for a three-peat as […]