Domantas Sabonis Under The Weather On Thursday

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (illness) won't play on Thursday against the Pistons. As usual, the 28-year-old has had a quality season, averaging a career-high 21.1 points with 13.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists. His next chance to get back on the floor will be on Saturday against the Los Angeles Lakers. As far as Thursday […]

Lonzo Ball Out Thursday Against Atlanta

According to Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network, Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (illness) won't suit up against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. He's been under the weather the entire week and will miss a second consecutive contest. Ball has had a decent comeback season, averaging 5.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals […]

Ayo Dosunmu Sidelined Versus Hawks

Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports that Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) is unavailable against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. Right Achilles tendinopathy will keep him off the floor for the first time this season. Dosunmu is having a solid season, posting averages of 12.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 30.8 minutes across […]

Josh Giddey Unavailable Thursday

According to Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network, Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (ankle) will not suit up against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday. He carried a questionable tag earlier in the day but has since been downgraded to unavailable due to an ankle sprain. The Bulls backcourt will be missing several key contributors, such as […]

Pelle Larsson Ready To Take On Magic

Miami Heat shooting guard Pelle Larsson (ankle) will be in the lineup for Thursday's matchup against Orlando. He was listed on the initial injury report as questionable for the game, but Larsson has been upgraded to available. The 23-year-old rookie has averaged 5.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 16.8 minutes. However, he might […]

Terry Rozier Active Versus Magic

Miami Heat point guard Terry Rozier (knee) will be back from a one-game absence on Thursday versus Orlando. Inflammation in his left knee kept Rozier sidelined for Monday's clash with Brooklyn, but he makes a quick return to action after being initially considered questionable for Thursday's game. Rozier's last appearance came in a matchup against […]

Brandon Miller Back In Hornets Lineup

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Brandon Miller (ankle) has received the all-clear to return from a three-game absence on Thursday versus Washington. He has recovered from a left ankle sprain. Miller sits behind LaMelo Ball as Charlotte's second-highest scorer with 21.5 points averaged. He's also notched 5.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.5 steals in 34.4 minutes. The […]

Myles Turner Available Against Thunder

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (oblique) will be active against Oklahoma City on Thursday. The team listed him as questionable on the initial injury report, but Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has confirmed that Turner will play. The 28-year-old is coming off a nice 23-point, 10-rebound double-double against the Warriors. Only two teams allow more […]

Bub Carrington Good To Go Thursday

Washington Wizards rookie guard Bub Carrington (hip) will suit up for Thursday's matchup against Charlotte. He's yet to miss a game during his rookie campaign, but Carrington was initially considered questionable for Thursday's contest with a right-hip contusion. The 19-year-old has been a regular starter in December, averaging 9.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists […]

Bilal Coulibaly Cleared For Action Thursday

Washington Wizards guard/forward Bilal Coulibaly (groin) will be available for Thursday's clash with Charlotte. He's shaken off a questionable tag ahead of tip-off. Coulibaly had one of his best outings of the season in his last appearance, finishing a 112-101 loss to Milwaukee with 20 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, one block, and three steals. […]

Alexandre Sarr Returns To Wizards Lineup

Washington Wizards forward/center Alexandre Sarr (back) will be back from a one-game absence on Thursday versus Charlotte. He was initially listed as questionable on the injury report after Sarr missed Monday's matchup against Oklahoma City with lower-back soreness. The No. 2 pick of this year's draft has struggled with his shooting during his rookie campaign […]

Gary Harris Sidelined Against Heat

On Thursday, Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (hamstring) will not suit up against the Miami Heat. Harris is sidelined due to a hamstring strain that has kept him out of the rotation for the previous 12 contests. When he's been able to play, the 30-year-old has averaged fewer than 17 minutes per game for the season. However, […]

Marvin Bagley III Will Not Play On Thursday

Washington Wizards forward/center Marvin Bagley III (knee) will not be in the lineup on Thursday against Charlotte. He sprained his right knee against Oklahoma City on Monday, and it's not fully clear when Bagley II will be able to return to action. Washington's frontcourt also remains without Kyle Kuzma (ribs) on Thursday. The returning Alex […]

Jimmy Butler Remains Out On Thursday

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (conditioning) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against Orlando. It was already unlikely that Butler would suit up for the contest after Miami listed him as doubtful on the initial injury report. Now, it's official that he will be unavailable for a third straight game. However, Ira Winderman of […]

John Collins Ruled Out On Thursday

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) will not be playing against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. Collins has been suffering from a hip contusion and will miss his second consecutive contest. With the 27-year-old absent, Micah Potter will likely see more minutes and scoring opportunities than usual. In his last outing against the Cavs on Monday, […]

Paolo Banchero Continues To Ramp Up Conditioning

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) will sit out a 27th straight game on Thursday versus Miami but continues to progress. According to Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley, Banchero has not gone through contact yet but is ramping up his conditioning. He's able to run up to higher speeds and can do some ball-handling work, […]

Jordan Clarkson Out Thursday Versus Portland

On Thursday, Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will not suit up against the Portland Trail Blazers. Clarkson had been sidelined earlier in the season for seven straight games due to left foot plantar fasciitis. He likely re-injured his left foot. While the 32-year-old guard is out, Brice Sensabaugh, Svi Mykhailiuk, Isaiah Collier, and Johnny Juzang would […]

Keyonte George Unavailable Thursday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) is now unavailable to play against Portland after being labeled questionable earlier on Thursday. George is dealing with a left ankle sprain that has kept him off the court for the last three games. John Collins (hip) and Jordan Clarkson (foot) have also been ruled out. With George sidelined, Svi Mykhailiuk […]

Josh Giddey Questionable Thursday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Josh Giddey (ankle) has a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against Atlanta. He's trying to return from an ankle sprain, which has robbed Giddey of three games. Before getting hurt, Giddey was playing well this month, averaging 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 7.8 assists, and 1.7 steals. There […]

Lonzo Ball Likely Out For Second Straight Game

Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball (illness) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against Atlanta. He's been feeling under the weather the entire week and appears set to miss a second straight game. Ball has had a decent comeback campaign, averaging 5.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals in 17.5 minutes off […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Thursday, 12/26/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Welcome back, everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends. Today we’ve got a loaded NBA slate on DraftKings tonight, and there’s a ton of injury news swirling around. Keep your eyes on last-minute updates—they can make or break your lineup. Below, I’ll lay out my favorite core plays, […]

Ayo Dosunmu Questionable To Play On Thursday

Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (Achilles) has landed on the injury report with a questionable tag ahead of Thursday's action against Atlanta. Right Achilles tendinopathy might keep him off the floor for the first time this season. It's been a good campaign for Dosunmu, who has battled out a regular starting role. He's put up […]

Ron Holland II Battling An Illness, Questionable For Thursday

Detroit Pistons small forward Ron Holland II (illness) is in danger of missing his first game of the season, with the team listing him as questionable for Thursday's contest against Sacramento. The 19-year-old rookie is battling an illness. Holland II has had an unspectacular first year in the league, averaging 6.4 points and 3.1 rebounds […]

Isaiah Stewart Tagged As Questionable For Thursday

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (knee) has been listed as questionable on the injury report ahead of Thursday's road outing against Sacramento. He's missed the past three games with a sprained left knee. Jalen Duren's (ankle) minutes have gone up during Stewart's absence, with Paul Reed providing backup off the bench. Reed has just logged […]

Jalen Duren Listed As Probable For Meeting With Kings

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) is considered probable for Thursday's game against Sacramento. The talented big man is dealing with a right ankle sprain but is expected to play. Duren is a nightly double-double threat, averaging 9.0 points and 9.2 rebounds for the campaign with 1.1 blocks. Centers haven't been too productive against the […]

Keyonte George Iffy For Thursday's Game

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) has been labeled as questionable for Thursday's meeting with Portland. An ankle might keep George off the court for a third consecutive game. The injury has given Svi Mykhailiuk a chance to prove his worth. He's made back-to-back starts, averaging 14.5 points and 2.0 assists with six makes from […]

John Collins Considered Questionable Thursday

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (hip) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against Portland. He's dealing with a hip contusion and might be absent for a second straight game. As a result of Collins' absence, Micah Potter hopped into the starting five for Monday's clash with Cleveland. He put in a good performance in 26 minutes […]

Robert Williams III Questionable For Thursday's Action

Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against Utah. He's in danger of missing a second consecutive contest. Williams III's continued absence would leave Deandre Ayton and Donovan Clingan as the lone big men in the rotation. Deni Avdija, who scored a team-high 19 points off the bench in […]

Cam Thomas Remains Out Thursday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (hamstring) will remain on the shelf for Thursday's game against Milwaukee. It was announced earlier this week that Thomas has progressed to five-on-five action in practice. This is a sign that the talented scorer is nearing his return. However, Thursday's game comes too soon for him. Following Thursday night, the […]

Tari Eason Might Return To Action Thursday

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (lower leg) has picked up a questionable tag ahead of Thursday's encounter with New Orleans. He's missed the past three games while managing a lower leg injury. Eason has established himself as one of the league's most productive bench players, averaging 11.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.9 steals in 22.8 […]