Jalen Brunson Cleared To Face Wizards

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson (calf) has been cleared to play on Monday versus Washington. He was initially regarded as questionable for the game due to right calf tightness. Brunson just cooked the Wizards for 55 points on Saturday and should be in line for another productive outing, as Washington sits among the […]

Kyle Kuzma Returns To Wizards Lineup

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (ribs) will return to action on Monday versus the Knicks. A left rib injury has kept Kuzma off the court for 12 games. Kuzma has struggled to stay healthy all season, making just 12 appearances. He has scored 15.8 points per game while grabbing 5.6 rebounds. Jordan Poole (hip) is […]

RJ Barrett Out Tuesday Versus Celtics

According to Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca, Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett (illness) won't suit up against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. Barrett felt ill during Sunday's game versus the Hawks and didn't practice on Monday. With the 24-year-old sidelined, Bruce Brown will likely see an uptick in minutes after making his regular-season debut on Sunday. He posted […]

Alexandre Sarr Active Versus Knicks

Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (illness) will be in action against the Knicks on Monday. He was a late addition to the injury report due to an illness, but Sarr will try to play through it. The rookie big man produced 12 points, six rebounds, five assists, and one block in 32 minutes in Saturday's […]

Brandon Miller Remains Out On Monday Night

Charlotte Hornets guard Brandon Miller (ankle) remains out for Monday's meeting with the Bulls. From a statistical standpoint, Miller has had a fantastic 2024-25 campaign, averaging 21.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.1 steals. Unfortunately, he'll now miss his ninth game of the year on Monday night. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Cody Martin (knee) also […]

Jordan Poole Will Not Play On Monday

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Knicks. He will sit out a second consecutive game due to a hip contusion. Poole's absence in the same matchup on Saturday allowed Malcolm Brogdon to move back to the starting unit. He had one of his better games of […]

LaMelo Ball Out Again On Monday Night

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play against the Bulls on Monday. The 23-year-old has played great this season, averaging a career-high 30.1 points. However, he will now miss his 10th game of the 2024-25 campaign. Fortunately, the Hornets don't play again until Friday versus the Pistons, so Ball has more time to recover. […]

Gradey Dick Questionable For Tuesday Against Celtics

According to Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca, Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. Dick is in danger of missing his sixth game of the season due to hamstring tightness. The 21-year-old hasn't missed a contest since December 6th. If he is unable to go, though, […]

Josh Giddey Available Versus Charlotte

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) will play versus the Hornets. The 22-year-old recently missed four games. However, he returned for Saturday's contest against the Bucks, finishing with 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, and one block. With Zach LaVine (toe) and Ayo Dosunmu (calf) both sidelined on Monday night, Giddey could be […]

Ayo Dosunmu Downgraded Versus Charlotte

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (calf) won't play on Monday against Charlotte. He is expected to be re-evaluated in 10 days after recently suffering a right Soleus strain. However, fantasy managers had some hope he would play after he was listed as doubtful on the league's official injury report. But as expected, Dosunmu won't suit […]

Zach LaVine Ruled Out On Monday Night

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (toe) won't play on Monday versus the Charlotte Hornets. He was listed as probable. However, the veteran has a toe injury, which regressed during shootaround on Monday. With Ayo Dosunmu (calf) also ruled out, Nikola Vucevic, Josh Giddey, and Coby White should be the favorites to lead the way on […]

Larry Nance Jr. Will Undergo Surgery On His Hand Thursday

The Atlanta Hawks announced that forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (hand) will undergo surgery on Thursday after imaging confirmed a fractured fourth metacarpal bone in his right hand. A recovery timetable has yet to be provided, but the 31-year-old will likely miss several weeks after playing very well in December. Despite Nance's upcoming extended absence, Onyeka Okongwu […]

Jrue Holiday Questionable Versus The Raptors

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors. The two-time All-Star is dealing with right shoulder impingement, keeping him off the floor for the C's previous three contests. With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) also sidelined in the last two games, Sam Hauser, recently amassing nine points, three assists, and one […]

Kristaps Porzingis Questionable Versus Toronto

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's meeting with the Raptors. The 29-year-old tweaked his ankle during the Christmas Day matchup with the 76ers and has missed the last two contests. Al Horford has been starting in his place, most recently amassing five points and five rebounds in Sunday's loss to the […]

Grayson Allen Could Play Tuesday Against Grizzlies

According to Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic, Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (concussion) could return to play against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. Allen has sat out the last four contests due to a concussion. However, he practiced on Monday without limitations and played in a 5-on-5 scrimmage. Devin Booker (groin) is also likely good to […]

Devin Booker Could Return On Tuesday

According to Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic, Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (groin) could return to play against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. Booker has been sidelined for five consecutive contests due to a groin issue. However, the 28-year-old participated in a 5-on-5 scrimmage during Monday's practice. Coach Mike Budenholzer sounded upbeat about the chances of […]

Gabe Vincent Questionable For Tuesday's Matchup With Cleveland

Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports that per Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, point guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) didn't practice on Tuesday. Vincent is now listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers due to an oblique strain he suffered against Sacramento on Saturday. If the 28-year-old is unable to suit up, […]

Kyrie Irving Will Not Play Against Kings On Monday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) is dealing with some shoulder soreness and will be sidelined against the Sacramento Kings on Monday. According to ESPN's Tim McMahon, the Mavericks are trying to be careful with Irving's workload since Luka Doncic (calf) will be out for at least a month. Quentin Grimes will likely join the […]

Yves Missi Upgraded To Available Against Clippers

New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (back) has gone from questionable to available on Monday and will suit up against the Los Angeles Clippers. The rookie big man is suffering from a mid-back contusion, but it won't force him to miss a game. Through the first 31 games of his career, Missi averages 9.3 points, […]

Keyonte George Upgraded To Probable On Monday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The second-year combo guard has missed the last four games and the Jazz will welcome back anyone that can generate some more offense. George averages 16.2 points, 5.7 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.7 threes across […]

John Collins Ruled Out Against Nuggets

Utah Jazz forward John Collins (hip) has been ruled out for the team's Monday night contest against the Denver Nuggets. This will be his fourth missed game with a hip contusion that he suffered against the Brooklyn Nets on December 21. Walker Kessler will likely see some added minutes along with rookie Cody Williams. Kessler […]

Zach LaVine Probable To Face Hornets

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine (toe) is experiencing toe soreness but he's considered probable to play against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. The star guard has only been forced to miss four games so far this season and averages 22.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 3.3 threes, and 3.0 turnovers per game with shooting […]

Brandon Miller Doubtful Against Bulls On Monday

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. The second-year wing returned from a three-game absence to play against the Wizards, but then was sidelined again in their last outing against the Thunder on Saturday. It looks like he'll have to miss another game due to […]

Josh Giddey Considered Probable Monday

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) returned from a four-game absence to play in the team's last game on Saturday. He's still on the injury report with the ankle sprain, but he's considered probable to play again on Monday against the Charlotte Hornets. On Saturday, he posted 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, […]

Jordan Poole Draws A Questionable Tag For Monday

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (hip) is questionable heading into Monday's rematch with the Knicks. The 25-year-old wasn't available when these clubs met on Saturday because of a hip contusion. As a result, Justin Champagnie handled things on the scoring end, finishing with a career-high 31 points with 10 rebounds and two steals. If Poole […]

Jalen Brunson Questionable Versus The Wizards

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) is questionable for Monday's meeting with Washington. The veteran carried the same designation heading into Saturday's game against the Wizards, the first of back-to-back contests between the clubs. However, it didn't stop him from finishing with 55 points. With that said, there's a good chance Brunson will be […]

Andre Drummond Questionable Again On Monday

Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (toe) is questionable heading into Monday's meeting with the Blazers. The veteran has a sprained left toe, keeping him off the floor for Philadelphia's previous two contests. With Joel Embiid (face, foot) uncertain to play, Drummond could be on tap to start versus a Portland team that has struggled against […]

Joel Embiid Uncertain To Face Portland

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot, face) is questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers. The sinus fracture is nothing new. However, Embiid's left foot sprain could jeopardize his availability for Monday night. Andre Drummond (toe), who is questionable, is worth streaming if Embiid isn't out there, especially against a Portland squad that lacks […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Monday, 12/30/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

I hope this Monday's article finds you with at least one Fantasy Football championship under your belt, and also some extra money from DFS! There was a lot of scoring in the NFL yesterday, but today we turn our attention back to the NBA as we try to close out 2024 with some cash. There […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Monday 12/30/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Happy Monday Rotoballers! We've got a perfectly sized 7-game slate to kick off the week. This slate is loaded with intriguing matchups, offering a perfect mix of high-floor players for cash games and upside targets for GPPs. With key injuries impacting rotations and FanDuel-specific pricing creating value opportunities, understanding tonight’s landscape is critical. I'm here […]