Dwight Powell Available On Thursday, Will Play 10-12 Minutes

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (hip) will play on Thursday versus Charlotte. He missed over a month because of a hip injury but returned for Tuesday's loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. He logged 16 minutes, finishing with two points, five boards, and one block. Head coach Jason Kidd indicated that Powell will see only […]

P.J. Washington Ruled Out On Thursday

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) won't play on Thursday versus Charlotte. The Mavs will now be down another big, with Washington joining Anthony Davis (adductor), Daniel Gafford (knee), and Dereck Lively II (ankle) on the shelf. It's also a huge blow for Dallas on the scoring end, considering the 26-year-old has averaged 14.2 points […]

Cole Anthony Slated To Suit Up On Thursday

According to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, Orlando Magic point guard Cole Anthony (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Anthony left Tuesday's contest versus the Cleveland Cavaliers early due to a hyperextended left knee. However, he won't need to miss any further time. With Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) unavailable, Anthony has been Orlando's […]

Bradley Beal Downgraded To Questionable Versus Pelicans

According to Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix, Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (calf) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's matchup with the New Orleans Pelicans. Beal has played four games in a row, but he could be out of action against the Pelicans due to left calf tightness. In his last outing, he posted 24 points, 11 […]

Jusuf Nurkic Questionable For Thursday Against Dallas

Charlotte Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic (illness) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks due to an illness. Nurkic could miss his second game in a row after not playing against the Warriors on Tuesday. If the 30-year-old big man is out of action this evening, Moussa Diabate will likely see an […]

LaMelo Ball Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's contest with the Dallas Mavericks. Ball is in danger of missing his second consecutive contest due to right ankle soreness. If Ball cannot suit up, KJ Simpson might get the nod to start for the second straight game. The 22-year-old Simpson finished with 16 points, six rebounds, […]

Eric Gordon Undergoes Successful Surgery On Right Wrist Wednesday

Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Eric Gordon (wrist) underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his right wrist on Wednesday. Gordon likely won't see the court again this season following surgery, as he won't be re-evaluated for another three months. The 36-year-old played in 39 contests for the 76ers in the 2024-2025 campaign. Quentin […]

DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Thursday, 2/27/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

There was a time when we got almost exclusively two or three-game slates on Thursday nights, but the league has done a much better job of balancing the schedule in recent years, so we have a very solid five-gamer tonight for NBA DFS on DraftKings. Let's dive in and find some good options to build […]

P.J. Washington Questionable Thursday

Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (ankle) has been labeled questionable for Thursday's action against the Charlotte Hornets. He may miss the meeting with his former team due to a lingering ankle injury. Washington is coming off a horrible zero-point performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, so having some time off might even benefit him. If […]

Jalen Suggs Remains Out On Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) will remain sidelined for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors, marking his 14th consecutive absence. Suggs is not participating in contact drills during practices, suggesting he is still some way from being game-ready. However, while speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley stated that Suggs […]

Cole Anthony Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Orlando Magic point guard Cole Anthony (knee) is regarded as questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Anthony left Tuesday's contest versus the Cleveland Cavaliers early due to a hyperextended left knee. However, there is a possibility that he may not need to miss any further time. With Jalen Suggs (quadriceps) unavailable, Anthony […]

Aaron Gordon Continues To Manage Calf Injury, Probable For Thursday

Denver Nuggets forward/center Aaron Gordon (calf) is probable for Thursday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Gordon remains on the injury report due to managing a right calf injury, but he has missed only two games over the past six weeks. The veteran has significantly improved his performance since the All-Star break, boosting his scoring average […]

Jamal Murray Probable For Thursday's Action

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (knee) has been listed as probable on the injury report for Thursday's clash against the Milwaukee Bucks. This has been his typical designation for some time, but Murray has skipped only one game since Christmas Day. Despite battling inflammation in his left knee, Murray has put together a strong […]

Donte DiVincenzo May Return To Timberwolves Lineup Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Donte DiVincenzo (toe) has picked up a questionable tag ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He seems to be nearing his return to the lineup after practicing on Wednesday. DiVincenzo has been sidelined for 19 games due to a toe sprain. Mike Conley and Nickeil Alexander-Walker have taken on […]

LeBron James Listed As Probable Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) is considered probable for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He will likely be cleared for a seventh consecutive appearance, even though James remains on the injury report due to left foot injury management. James has struggled in two meetings with the Timberwolves this season, recording only 13.0 […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Expected To Suit Up Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is listed as probable for Thursday's matchup against the Denver Nuggets. Since returning from a calf strain, Antetokounmpo has made four consecutive appearances and appears set to remain in the lineup. The Bucks have been monitoring Antetokounmpo's workload since his return, with him averaging 26.7 minutes per game. However, […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Thursday, 2/27/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Wednesday night featured nine games around the National Basketball Association. The Pistons scored an impressive win over the Boston Celtics, while the Brooklyn Nets gave OKC a scare.  The league has five contests on the schedule for Thursday night. At this point in the season, every win counts. Still, things matter even more for potential […]

Deni Avdija Won't Return On Wednesday Night

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (quadriceps) won't return to Wednesday's meeting against the Wizards. He wasn't on the floor long, logging only six minutes and finishing with five points. The Blazers are already down Deandre Ayton (calf), so another extended absence of one of the team's top producers wouldn't be an ideal scenario. Fantasy […]

Wendell Moore Jr. Remains In Concussion Protocol

Charlotte Hornets forward Wendell Moore Jr. (head) remains in the league's concussion protocol ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. That being said, Moore is currently tagged as questionable for that contest. That's a shame considering Moore is coming off a double-double during Tuesday's game. He played 28 minutes during that game and looked […]

DaQuan Jeffries Holds Questionable Tag For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard DaQuan Jeffries (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Jeffries is in danger of missing his fifth game in a row due to knee soreness. Normally, his status doesn't mean too much, but Jeffries was actually playing minutes in the 20s throughout most of February. Damion […]

Seth Curry Tagged As Probable For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry (back) is listed as probable ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Curry has been dealing with back tightness, but he was able to play 16 minutes during Tuesday's game. The fact he was able to play on Tuesday means he should be good to go here, barring any […]

LaMelo Ball Cleared For Thursday

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Ball is back in action after sitting out their last game due to an ankle injury. Honestly, Ball likely sat out for rest purposes considering it was the second leg of a back-to-back set. […]

Julius Randle Remains Sidelined On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. As expected, Randle will remain out due to a lingering groin issue. The 30-year-old hasn't played all month and it's unclear when he'll get back on the court. The absence of Randle and Rudy Gobert (back) […]

Rudy Gobert Remains Out On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) has been ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The big man is set to miss his fifth game in a row due to a lingering back issue. The Wolves haven't given much information on the situation outside of the fact that Gobert is receiving […]

Anthony Edwards Tagged As Questionable For Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Edwards has been dealing with a sore right calf lately, but it hasn't forced him to the sideline. He has played in six straight games and nearly notched a triple-double during his last two games. The […]

Deni Avdija Uncertain To Return On Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (quad) was forced to exit during the first quarter of Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He took a hit to his left quad and would eventually head to the locker room. Avdija is currently questionable to return to his contest, but fantasy managers should know more information soon. […]

Trae Young Slated To Suit Up Against Miami

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) will play against the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Young finished with 11 points, three rebounds and 14 assists in 38 minutes of work in a 98-86 win over the Heat on Monday. He's averaged 29.4 points, 11.6 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 38.3 minutes per contest during the […]

OG Anunoby Playing On Wednesday

Steve Popper of Newsday reports that New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (foot) will play on Wednesday against Philadelphia. The former Toronto Raptor missed six contests due to a sprained foot. However, he's appeared in the Knicks' last two games. Unfortunately, Anunoby has struggled during that time, combining for only 15 points. He'll likely get on […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Ruled Out On Wednesday

New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is out for Wednesday's matchup with the 76ers. KAT hasn't been a stranger to the injury report this season. His nagging knee injury will keep him off the floor for the sixth time during the 2024-2025 slate. Precious Achiuwa is averaging 11.6 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals […]

Ayo Dosunmu Unavailable Wednesday Against Clippers

According to Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com, Chicago Bulls guard/forward Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder) won't play against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday. The 25-year-old injured his left shoulder last week and will miss his third game straight. There is no timetable for his return. Dosunmu's next opportunity to get back in the Bulls rotation comes on Friday versus […]