Josh Giddey Out Versus Boston

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) won't play on Saturday against the Celtics. He has a sprained ankle and wasn't available when these clubs met on Thursday night. As a result, Ayo Dosunmu entered the starting lineup and finished with 17 points, eight rebounds, and two steals. Dosunmu has been a starting fantasy option for […]

Trae Young Unavailable Against Memphis

According to Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) won't suit up for Saturday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to a right heel contusion. Young will miss his second game in the 2024-25 season. He hasn't been scoring as much recently, but he's provided plenty of assists to his […]

Dorian Finney-Smith Ruled Out Against Utah

Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (calf) won't play in Saturday's game against the Jazz. The veteran has had one of the best years of his career, averaging 10.8 points and shooting 45.2% from behind the arc. It's unknown how severe his current calf contusion is, so fantasy managers will be left wondering if he'll be […]

Ja Morant Out Again On Saturday Night

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (back) won't play on Saturday against the Hawks. The 2019 No. 2 overall pick hasn't played his best this season, averaging 21.2 points. He'll also miss his 12th game after appearing in only nine contests during the 2023-24 campaign. It's unknown if Morant will be ready to go when the […]

Jimmy Butler Unavailable Against Magic

Due to an illness, Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (illness) will not suit up against the Orlando Magic on Saturday. Butler played on Friday against OKC but only seven minutes due to a stomach bug. Saturday's contest will be the sixth game he's missed this season. Tyler Herro, who had 28 points on Friday, should be a […]

Damian Lillard Ruled Out On Saturday

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (calf) won't suit up Saturday versus the Washington Wizards due to a right calf strain. Lillard will miss a second consecutive game since posting 23 points and shooting 5-for-10 from behind the arc in the NBA Cup final on Tuesday. AJ Green started in place of Lillard on Friday and will likely get […]

Anthony Davis Expected To Suit Up Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (elbow) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's matchup with the Sacramento Kings. Davis has battled through several injuries this season, but his new left elbow injury won't likely keep him out of Saturday's contest. The 31-year-old has only missed one game so far this season and has averaged 27.5 points […]

LeBron James Upgraded To Probable Versus Kings

According to Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's matchup with the Sacramento Kings. James was initially listed as questionable due to left foot injury management, but he will now be likely available to play. He's been dealing with a foot injury that caused him to miss […]

Domantas Sabonis Listed As Questionable On Saturday

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (back) has been added to the team's injury report and is now questionable for Saturday against the Lakers due to a back contusion. Sabonis last suited up against the Lakers on Thursday, posting 18 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, and two blocks in 38 minutes. If the 28-year-old big man cannot […]

Devin Booker Out At Least Two Games

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (groin) won't play in Saturday's matchup with the Pistons. That has been known. However, the team provided an update to add more salt to the wound, reporting the multi-time All-Star will also miss Monday's game versus the Denver Nuggets. Unfortunately, there could be more absences on the horizon, based on […]

Jimmy Butler Unlikely To Play On Saturday

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (illness) is doubtful for Saturday's encounter with the Orlando Magic. The veteran lasted only seven minutes in Friday's loss to OKC, exiting the contest with the stomach bug. He has already missed five games during the 2024-25 campaign. However, if Butler is sidelined again on Saturday, Tyler Herro, who had […]

Trey Lyles Might Return Versus The Lakers

Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (calf) is questionable for the meeting with the Lakers on Saturday. The 29-year-old hasn't had a quality season, averaging 5.4 points and 3.9 rebounds, among the lowest marks of his career. He missed the last 10 games because of calf soreness. But Lyles had a chance to return a few […]

Keegan Murray Questionable For Saturday Night

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Lakers. The 24-year-old has been dealing with left ankle soreness of late. It kept him out of a recent meeting with the Nuggets. However, he was back on the floor against the Lakers on Thursday night, the first of consecutive games between […]

NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (12/21/24)

Happy Saturday RotoBallers! Saturday's massive 11-game NBA slate brings tons of high-upside opportunities for your DFS lineups. With stars like Luka Doncic and Devin Booker sidelined and key players like Joel Embiid and Damian Lillard questionable, injury news will play a significant role in shaping today’s slate. This article breaks down core picks, GPP tournament […]

CBB DFS: Night DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (12/21/24)

I know that today has the fewest hours of daylight of any day in the northern hemisphere, but having the "night" slate start while it is still light out feels weird. What's not weird is the marquee matchups. DePaul heads up to the suburbs to take on Northwestern to get us started. Villanova heads to […]

CBB DFS: Main DraftKings Daily Fantasy College Basketball Picks - Today's Top Lineups (12/21/24)

We have a big day of college basketball in front of us today and I'll be with you the whole way! The college football playoff finishes the first round today, but there is still plenty of basketball to keep us going. We start at the Barclays Center, where Maryland faces Syracuse. SMU is climbing Chestnut […]

Devin Booker Unavailable On Saturday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. This comes after Booker exited early on Thursday due to a groin injury. The severity of the issue is unclear, but Booker will at least miss Saturday's game. His next chance to get on the court will […]

Keyonte George Slated As Questionable For Saturday Against Nets

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday night's game against the Brooklyn Nets. George is listed as having a left ankle sprain. He's only missed one game this season so fantasy managers should be hopeful he's able to fight through this. George put up 28 points against Detroit on Thursday […]

Isaiah Stewart Ruled Out For Saturday

Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Phoenix Suns. This doesn't come as much of a shock after Stewart hyperextended his left knee during Monday's game. As a result, Stewart will miss his second straight game, so his next chance to play will be against the […]

Jaden Ivey Likely To Play Saturday

Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (knee) is currently listed as probable ahead of Saturday's game against the Phoenix Suns. It appears Ivey is trending towards getting back on the court following a two-game absence due to left knee soreness. If active, Ivey figures to return to his regular role in the starting five. The 22-year-old […]

Josh Giddey Listed Questionable For Saturday Night Against Boston

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. Giddey sprained his right ankle on Monday night against Toronto and was forced to miss Thursday's game against Boston. Chicago didn't need him on Thursday as they skated to a 117-108 upset win against the Celtics. Giddey has […]

Jaden Hardy Remains Out On Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard Jaden Hardy (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Unsurprisingly, Hardy will miss another game which marks five in a row due to sprained right ankle. His absence hurts a little more with fellow guard Luka Doncic (heel) also sidelined on Saturday. However, Kyrie Irving […]

Kyrie Irving Good To Go For Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Irving sat out of Thursday's game, but was able to practice on Friday without any issues. That being said, Irving will be back in the mix on Saturday, which is good news for […]

Trae Young Listed As Questionable Heading Into Saturday Night

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (heel) is listed as questionable for Saturday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Young is dealing with a right heel contusion and was previously listed on the injury report with a heel injury but hasn't missed any time since early November. Young has been scoring less lately, compared to his […]

Marcus Smart Tagged As Questionable Again For Saturday Night

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Saturday night against the Atlanta Hawks. Smart is dealing with a shoulder injury that caused him to miss Thursday night's 144-93 win over the Golden State Warriors. The veteran had played in 10 straight games before missing Thursday night's action. In those 10 games […]

Ja Morant Doubtful For Saturday Night Against Atlanta

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (back) is listed as doubtful for Saturday night's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Morant injured his back in the third quarter of the Grizzlies' 144-93 obliteration of the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. The 25-year-old had previously been listed on the injury report with back soreness but was able […]

Luka Doncic Remains Out On Saturday

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (heel) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The superstar guard will miss his second game in a row due to a left heel contusion. The good news is that Doncic was able to do some work on the court during Friday's practice. This […]

Anthony Davis Listed As Questionable With Elbow Injury

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (elbow) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Davis is no stranger to the injury report but the left elbow injury is a new injury for the 31-year-old. Davis has fought through many of his injuries this season and has only missed one game. Given […]

LeBron James Questionable For Saturday Rematch Against Kings

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday's rematch against the Sacramento Kings. James is dealing with a foot injury that caused him to miss two games earlier this month before being able to return for the next two. Los Angeles has won both games in James' return and needs […]

Joel Embiid Ready To Go Friday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (face) will play against Charlotte on Friday. He has been upgraded from questionable to available and will start alongside Tyrese Maxey, Kelly Oubre Jr., Paul George, and Kenyon Martin Jr. Health issues have limited Embiid to only 29.3 minutes per game across six appearances in 2024-25. However, he has still […]