D'Angelo Russell Drops Team-High 31 Points In Victory

Golden State Warriors point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell continued his offensive onslaught during Friday’s win over the Phoenix Suns, shooting 10-for-25 from the field en route to a 31-point showing. Russell’s role in the Warriors’ offense remains immense, now having attempted at least 20 shots in 10 of the 21 games that he has appeared. He […]

Allen Crabbe Pours In Season-High 20 Points Off Bench

Atlanta Hawks shooting guard/small forward Allen Crabbe stepped up in the absence of Trae Young (ankle) during Friday’s defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks and led his squad in scoring with a season-high 20 points. Crabbe reached the total in just 21 minutes, having entered the game with 19 combined points in his last six contests. […]

John Collins Notches Season-High 16 Rebounds In Defeat

Atlanta Hawks power forward/center John Collins was tenacious on the glass during Friday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, collecting a season-best 16 boards across 26 minutes. While he scuffled offensively to the tune of a 4-for-14 shooting outing, including going 1-for-6 from long range, he added three blocks and two assists to his nine points. […]

Trae Young Sustains Ankle Sprain, Ruled Out For Saturday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young collected 12 points in 15 minutes during Friday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks before spraining his right ankle, which ended his evening prematurely. Young needed to be helped to the locker room and has already been ruled out for Saturday’s matchup versus the Chicago Bulls. The short evening saw […]

Khris Middleton Collects Game-High 23 Points In 25 Minutes

Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard/small forward Khris Middleton led his team’s offense in the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, going for 23 points on 10-for-19 shooting during Friday’s win over the Atlanta Hawks. Middleton was needed for only 25 minutes due to the nature of the victory, although he did manage to pack his stat line with […]

Ersan Ilyasova Delivers Dominant Double-Double In Rare Start

Milwaukee Bucks power forward Ersan Ilyasova made his third start of the season during Friday’s win over the Atlanta Hawks, entering the starting five with Giannis Antetokounmpo ruled out. Ilyasova utilized the extended playing time and increased role to collect 18 points and a season-high 17 rebounds, the highest total he has accrued on the […]

Enes Kanter, Daniel Theis Combine For 23 Points During Victory

Neither Enes Kanter nor Daniel Theis has taken command of the Boston Celtics’ center slot this season, but the duo finished with a combined 23 points and 15 rebounds during Friday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The virtual timeshare that has been employed by head coach Brad Stevens has zapped both men of their fantasy […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Collects 16 Points Off Bench

Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard/small forward Kevin Porter Jr. finished with 16 points during Friday’s loss to the Boston Celtics, giving him back-to-back games scoring in double figures for the first time in his career. Porter shot 5-for-9 overall, including knocking down one triple, his seventh straight game with exactly one make from long range. After […]

Kevin Love Sinks Season-High Six Triples In 30-Point Effort

Cleveland Cavaliers power forward/center Kevin Love found his groove from long range during Friday’s loss to the Boston Celtics, setting a new season high with six made threes. He utilized his hot shooting to tie his season high in scoring with 30 points, shooting 10-for-16 overall and adding in seven rebounds and four assists without […]

Jayson Tatum Ties Career High With Five Made Triples

Boston Celtics small/power forward Jayson Tatum reached the 30-point mark for the fourth time this season during Friday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, knocking down five threes en route to his impressive scoring output. Tatum finished 11-for-20 from the field overall, having taken at least 17 shots in each of the team’s past six games […]

Jaylen Brown Drops Career-High 34 Points During Win

Boston Celtics shooting guard/small forward Jaylen Brown had the best scoring performance of his young career during Friday’s victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, utilizing a 13-for-20 shooting outing to log a career-best 34 points in just 29 minutes. Brown knocked down five triples for the second consecutive contest, also adding in nine rebounds and two […]

Karl-Anthony Towns is Questionable Against Cavs

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's getting closer to a return, but the Wolves are going to wait until he's 100 percent healthy before letting him back on the court. Gorgui Dieng will remain a fantasy option until Towns is ready to play […]

Jabari Parker is Downgraded to Questionable

Atlanta Hawks forward Jabari Parker (shoulder) is downgraded to questionable for Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He was listed as probable on Thursday, but has been downgraded as game time approaches. John Collins has taken away most of Parker's value, so fantasy owners should begin looking for better fantasy options regardless.

Bradley Beal is Questionable for Saturday

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (leg) is questionable for Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. He left Thursday's game against the Pistons in the third quarter and didn't return due to lower leg soreness. The Wizards season isn't going in the right direction and they might decide to rest their star player here. Troy […]

Eric Gordon Suits Up for Practice on Friday

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (knee) was able to practice on Friday and is expected to play in Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Gordon underwent right knee surgery in November, but appears ready to return now. Russell Westbrook (knee) is going to sit out on Sunday after playing in Saturday's contest. Gordon wasn't […]

Clint Capela is Doubtful for Saturday

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (heel) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. He's been dealing with a bruised right heel, but played 41 minutes on Monday. However, Capela only played 29 minutes on Christmas Day, so the Rockets could be attempting to limit him. Tyson Chandler and Isaiah Hartenstein will […]

Russell Westbrook Will Play on Saturday

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook will suit up for Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. However, Westbrook will sit out the second game of the back-to-back set on Sunday. Austin Rivers, Ben McLemore, and Eric Gordon (knee) will be asked to do more on Sunday. All of them could be useful deep league options, but […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is Downgraded to Doubtful

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (back) is downgraded to doubtful for Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He was listed as probable on Thursday, so it's quite surprising to see a different story now. However, the Bucks play again on Saturday, so this is possibly the team playing it safe. Khris Middleton would be asked […]

LeBron James Should Play on Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is expected to travel with the team and play against the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday. He re-aggravated his groin during Wednesday's game, but received treatment on Thursday. Fantasy owners should check back for another update on Saturday. However, it sounds like James is going to be ready […]

Dennis Schroder is Questionable on Saturday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He seemed fine on Thursday when he dropped 20 points with three rebounds and three assists against the Grizzlies. Chris Paul would be asked to carry the load more on offense if Schroder misses time. Deonte Burton […]

Mitchell Robinson Could Sit Out on Saturday

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (toe) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards. He looked good during Thursday's game, but picked up a toe injury along the way. Taj Gibson and Bobby Portis would see increased playing time if Robinson is forced to sit out. Both players could be worth […]

Marvin Bagley Doesn't Practice on Friday

Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley (foot) was unable to suit up for Friday's practice. He suffered a left foot injury during Thursday's game and didn't return to that contest. The Kings are going to be cautious with Bagley, so he could sit out a game or two. Nemanja Bjelica would start if Bagley is unable […]

Otto Porter Wants to Return Around All-Star Break

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (foot) is hopeful that he'll be able to get back on the court around the All-Star break. Fantasy owners who were holding Porter can feel safe to drop him now. He wasn't playing well before the injury and the Bulls aren't exactly a competitive team right now. Fantasy owners can […]

Marcus Smart Won't Play Versus Cavs

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (eye) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's getting closer to a return, but the Celtics are going to be cautious and sit him at least one more game. There's a chance that he suits up for Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Gordon Hayward […]

Lauri Markkanen Sits Out of Friday's Practice

Chicago Bulls forward Lauri Markkanen (illness) was unable to suit up for Friday's practice. It appears he's under the weather, but the Bulls don't play again until Saturday against the Atlanta Hawks. Thaddeus Young would benefit the most if Markkanen is unable to play on Saturday. Young would be worth a look as a DFS […]

Caris LeVert Won't Play Saturday

Brooklyn Nets guard Caris Levert (thumb) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Houston Rockets. However, he's getting much closer to a return and could be ready to play by Monday. There's a good chance that he comes off the bench, but he'll hold fantasy value in most standard leagues. Fantasy owners should […]

Dante Exum Will Make Team Debut on Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dante Exum will join the rotation for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics, according to head coach John Beilein. Exum will likely jump into Jordan Clarkson's role, but the Cavs will be cautious with him. Kevin Porter Jr. and Cedi Osman could see more minutes as well. Exum is only worth a […]

Larry Nance Jr. Will Play on Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (knee) will play in Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. He did not suit up for Monday's game due to knee soreness. Nance should see more chances coming his way with Jordan Clarkson in Utah now. He should be owned in most fantasy leagues at the moment.

De'Aaron Fox is Unable to Practice on Friday

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (back) was unable to suit up for practice on Friday. He suffered a back injury early in Thursday's contest and was unable to return to that game. It's unclear whether or not Fox will suit up for Saturday's game. Cory Joseph would start if Fox is unable to play and […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (12/27/19): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Welcome to NBA Friday night. We have five games on the board tonight, but a ton of different options to pay up for. There is value to pay down for, but we have to get it perfect in tournaments. In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for […]