Johnathan Abram Close To Full Health

Las Vegas Raiders safety Johnathan Abram (shoulder), who tore his rotator cuff in the season opener last year in his rookie season, said he is currently at 90 percent health and benched 185 pounds 10 times during his training session last week. The 27th overall pick last April was looking to be a potential difference-maker […]

Lions Discussing Extension With Darius Slay

The Detroit Lions and Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay continue to discuss a long-term contract extension, but the expectation remains that he could re-enter the trade market if no deal is reached in the coming weeks, according to a source. Slay is eligible to become a free agent after next season. The 29-year-old totaled 46 […]

Ja Morant Has Solid Night Derailed By Six Turnovers

Memphis Grizzlies point guard JA Morant delivered a solid performance in Monday’s win over the Detroit Pistons, accruing 12 points, seven assists and four rebounds during his 27 minutes. But his capped minutes limit came back to hurt him Monday, as he logged six turnovers, just the sixth time this season he has hit that […]

Jamal Adams Expects Extension From Jets

New York Jets safety Jamal Adams expects to reach a contract extension with the team this offseason, and the Jets and his representation are in the early stages of talks. The All-Pro safety is optimistic that a deal will get done this offseason. Adams was a first-team All-Pro for the first time in 2019 and […]

Reggie Jackson Delivers Woeful Shooting Effort In Defeat

Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson was a game-time decision to suit up for Monday’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, and his eventual decision to play led to one of the worst shooting performances of his career. Jackson shot 1-for-16 overall, not making a single one of his 10 shots from inside the arc. While […]

Andre Drummond Racks Up 25 Points In Massive Double-Double

Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond continued his stretch of double-double excellence during Monday’s defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies by compiling 25 points and 18 rebounds. Without Derrick Rose (groin) available, Drummond took on an increased offensive role, finishing 12-for-22 from the field, marking his highest shot attempt total since Jan. 9. For just the third […]

Cody Zeller Scores 17 Points In Loss

Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller scored 17 points in Monday's 112-100 loss to the Magic while adding seven rebounds, two assists and one steal on 8-for-13 shooting from the field in the contest. The 27-year-old posted his fourth-highest scoring output of the season in the productive performance while finishing with double-digit scoring totals for the […]

Terry Rozier Scores 18 Points Against Magic

Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier finished with 18 points, three rebounds and two assists on 7-for-14 shooting from the field and 2-for-8 from three-point range in Monday's 112-100 loss to the Magic. The 25-year-old recorded his 28th game of 18+ points through 50 games this season, while the fifth year guard has averaged 19.7 points […]

Greg Olsen To Visit Bills, Redskins

Free-agent tight end Greg Olsen will visit with the Buffalo Bills and Washington Redskins this week, according to a source. Bills general manager Brandon Beane used to work for the Panthers, while Redskins head coach Ron Rivera coached Olsen with the Panthers. Olsen was officially released by Carolina on Monday. If he wants a shot […]

Markelle Fultz Dishes Out Career-High 14 Assists

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz finished with 12 points, 14 assists, two steals and one rebound on 4-for-6 shooting from field goal range in Monday's 112-100 victory over the Hornets. The 21-year-old set a couple of career-highs in the effective performance, with minutes played (35) and assists (14) to go along with his second double-double […]

Dolphins Unlikely To Pursue Tom Brady

The Miami Dolphins are unlikely to strongly pursue New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, who is set to become a free agent in March, according to one source. “We’re a team that’s building, and I don’t know why he’d really want to come to the Dolphins. He’s been one of the fiercest competitors there is […]

Aaron Gordon Posts Double-Double In Victory

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon finished with 16 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and two steals on 6-for-12 shooting from the field and 2-for-5 from three-point range in Monday's 112-100 victory over the Hornets. The 24-year-old recorded his 12th double-double of the season in the contest, while the sixth year forward came two assists shy […]

Preston Williams Says He'll Be Ready For Next Season

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Preston Williams (knee), who is coming off a torn ACL last year, said he will be ready for the start of the regular season this fall. Williams' emergence in his rookie season and the breakout year for Devante Parker has Miami suddenly stacked at receiver. They feel they don't need to […]

Jonas Valanciunas Posts Enormous Double-Double In Win

Memphis Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas delivered a dominant 26-point, 17-rebound performance during Monday’s victory over the Detroit Pistons. Valanciunas tied his season high both in made field goals (13) and shot attempts (19), adding four blocked shots and two assists across his 30 minutes. Even as his minutes remain relatively capped around the 25-30-minute mark, […]

Colts Discussing Extension For Marlon Mack

The Indianapolis Colts have had contract-extension talks with running back Marlon Mack, according to an NFL source. Talks are expected to heat up later this month at the combine. The soon-to-be 24-year-old is coming off his first 1,000-yard season and is set to make $2.25 million in 2020, the final year of his rookie contract. […]

Nikola Vucevic Scores 22 Points Against Hornets

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic finished with 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists on 10-for-19 shooting from the field and 1-for-5 from three-point range in Monday's 112-100 victory over the Hornets. The 29-year-old did the majority of his damage in the first half with 15 points through the first two quarters, while finishing with […]

Diamondbacks Sign Jon Jay, Edwin Jackson

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed outfielder Jon Jay and pitcher Edwin Jackson to minor league deals on Monday. Jay will make $1.5 million if he's on the major league roster with another $1.75 million in incentives, according to USA TODAY's Bob Nightengale. The 34-year-old (35 in March) played in just 47 games for the White Sox […]

Mariners Sign Marco Gonzales To Extension

The Seattle Mariners agreed to a four-year, $30 million contract extension with starting pitcher Marco Gonzales on Monday. The extension will begin in 2021 and contains a team option for the 2025 season. He'll make $1 million this year in the final year of his two-year deal. The left-hander was tied for the American League […]

Meyers Leonard Ruled Out For Remainder Of Monday’s Game

Miami Heat power forward/center Meyers Leonard will be unable to return for the fourth quarter of Monday’s contest versus the Philadelphia 76ers due to a sprained left ankle. Leonard finished with three points on 1-for-3 shooting overall, while snatching five rebounds across his 16 minutes. Bam Adebayo figures to take on a more central role […]

Tyler Herro Unable To Return To Action Monday

Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro departed Monday’s game versus the Philadelphia 76ers early due to a sore right foot and will be unable to finish the outing. Prior to his departure, Herro logged two points on 1-for-6 shooting off the bench, adding one assist across his 10 minutes. He had entered the contest on […]

J.J. Barea To Miss Remainder Of Monday’s Contest

Dallas Mavericks point/shooting guard J.J. Barea will miss the rest of Monday’s game versus the Indiana Pacers due to a sprained left ankle that he sustained during the first half. Prior to his departure, Barea logged three points on 1-for-4 shooting across his nine minutes off the bench. He returned Monday from a one-game absence […]

Reggie Jackson Cleared To Play, Will Start Monday

Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson has both been cleared to play and will re-enter the starting five for Monday’s contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. Jackson had been deemed a game-time decision for the vast majority of the day due to a back injury on the second leg of the team's back-to-back. Derrick Rose’s absence […]

Michael Porter Jr. Will Miss Tuesday’s Game

Denver Nuggets small/power forward Michael Porter Jr. will be absent for the second straight contest Tuesday versus the Portland Trail Blazers due to a sprained right ankle. Porter has become an integral cog in Denver’s second unit over the last three weeks, posting five double-doubles and displaying a dazzling arsenal of skills that has made […]

Jamal Murray Tagged As Questionable For Tuesday’s Game

Denver Nuggets point/shooting guard Jamal Murray has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Tuesday’s contest versus the Portland Trail Blazers due to an ankle injury that has cost him each of the team’s 10 previous contests. Monte Morris has started seven of those games and has been the primary beneficiary of Murray’s absence, having scored […]

Markieff Morris Will Miss Second Straight Outing Monday

Detroit Pistons power forward/center Markieff Morris has been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to a right hip strain. His absence will likely pave the way for Christian Wood and Sekou Doumbouya to pick up an additional handful of minutes, although no single player figures to benefit immensely from Morris’ time […]

Khem Birch Will Be Sidelined For Monday’s Game

Orlando Magic power forward/center Khem Birch has been ruled out for Monday’s contest versus the Charlotte Hornets due to a sore lower back. Birch has started each of Orlando’s last four games and 11 of their last 12, yet has retained very little fantasy value due to his lack of offensive contributions. Wes Iwundu will […]

Tristan Thompson To Miss Monday’s Contest

Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson has been ruled out for Monday’s game versus the New York Knicks due to a sore right quad. Larry Nance Jr. will enter the starting five in place of Thompson and will instantly become a DFS target, as Nance has averaged 12 points and 10.8 rebounds in his five starts […]

Davis Bertans Cleared To Play In Monday’s Contest

Washington Wizards small/power forward Davis Bertans will take the floor for Monday’s game versus the Golden State Warriors despite battling through neck stiffness. Bertans has taken on a role with the team’s second unit since returning from injury over three weeks ago and has remained aggressive from long range, firing up an average of 7.9 […]

Marcus Morris Given Thumbs Up To Participate Monday

New York Knicks small/power forward Marcus Morris will suit up for Monday’s contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers after having previously been deemed questionable due to an illness. Morris has been on a scoring tear since returning from injury nine games ago, having averaged 20.7 points in that span. Morris’ name has come up in multiple […]

Evan Fournier Cleared To Suit Up, Will Start Monday

Orlando Magic shooting guard/small forward Evan Fournier has been cleared to play in Monday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets. Fournier had previously been listed as questionable due to lower back pain, but has been given the green light to play for the second straight outing. Despite tough matchups against the Clippers and Heat, he has […]