Karl-Anthony Towns is Questionable Versus Grizzlies

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. He's missed each of the last 10 games, which is the longest stretch of his career. The questionable tag doesn't mean much since he's been listed as that before and remained sidelined. Fantasy owners should check back for […]

Marcus Morris is Unable to Practice Monday

New York Knicks forward Marcus Morris (neck) was unable to suit up for Monday's practice. However, he's listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. It appears Morris tweaked his neck during Sunday's game, but it doesn't sound like a serious issue. Fantasy owners should check back for another update after Tuesday's […]

Elfrid Payton Might Play on Tuesday

New York Knicks guard Elfrid Payton (personal) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He missed last game due to the birth of his child. There's a good chance that he'll be back in action for Tuesday's game. Dennis Smith Jr. (oblique) is listed as questionable for this game as […]

Dennis Smith Jr. is Questionable for Tuesday

New York Knicks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (oblique) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He's missed each of the last five games due to an oblique issue. Elfrid Payton (personal) and Frank Ntilikina are in the mix as well, so Smith isn't a reliable fantasy option. Smith is only […]

Semyon Varlamov Faces Former Team On Monday

New York Islanders goaltender Semyon Varlamov will man the crease as his team takes on the visiting Colorado Avalanche on Monday. The 31-year-old, who spent the previous eight seasons with the Avalanche, will face his old team for the first time since signing a four-year contract with the Isles this past summer. Having started the […]

J.J. Watt Could Be Used More Against Chiefs

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (pectoral) played just 16 of 36 defensive snaps in the first half of the wild-card win over the Bills, but he saw 34 of 44 snaps in the second half. Houston's pass rush came to life in the second half, and Watt had a big sack of quarterback Josh […]

NHL DFS Prop Picks for 1/6/20 - Monkey Knife Fight

There are four games in the National Hockey League tonight, providing ample opportunity to play props and win with Monkey Knife Fight. The marquee game of the evening may be in Toronto, where the Maple Leafs are hosting the Oilers. Auston Matthews, John Tavares, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl – the game […]

Jose Iglesias Agrees With Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with shortstop Jose Iglesias on Monday, according to a source. The deal includes a 2021 team option that would make the deal worth $6 million over two years. Iglesias will replace Jonathan Villar at the 6 and at the top of the order after Baltimore […]

Nationals Bringing Back Daniel Hudson

The Washington Nationals are finalizing a two-year deal to re-sign relief pitcher Daniel Hudson on Monday, according to sources familiar with the agreement. Hudson was excellent for the Nationals after coming over from the Blue Jays in 2019, going 3-0 with a 1.44 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, six saves and 8.3 K/9 in 25 innings down […]

Jordan Spieth Withdraws From Sony Open

Jordan Spieth has postponed his 2020 debut after withdrawing from the Sony Open because of the flu. Spieth, who has been caught in a slump for the better part of two years, will now need to wait two more weeks before getting an opportunity to change his luck around. The American is currently slated to […]

Xander Schauffele Falls Just Short In Defending Title

It was a near miss for Xander Schauffele at the Tournament of Champions. The American was attempting to go back-to-back in Hawaii but came up just short after three-putting from 35-feet on the 72nd hole - forcing a playoff with Justin Thomas and Patrick Reed. "I should've won the tournament," Schauffele said after. "I know […]

Justin Thomas Wins Again In Hawaii

Justin Thomas captured his 12th PGA Tour title after winning the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua. The victory marks his third time finding the winner's circle in Hawaii and his seventh outside of the main 48 states. Thomas was able to rally early on Sunday to place himself in position to hoist the trophy […]

Rams Fire Wade Phillips

The Los Angeles Rams fired defensive coordinator Wade Phillips on Monday, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The Rams Defense wasn't terrible in 2019, but changes were expected to be made after missing the postseason following their Super Bowl run a year ago. LA allowed 339.6 yards per game (13th in the […]

Tom Brady Not Guaranteed To Stay In New England

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, who will be a free agent in March, is far from a guarantee to re-sign with the Patriots. Brady played potentially his final home game as a member of the Patriots on Saturday when they lost to the Titans in the wild-card game. He didn't have a ton of […]

Dee Ford, Kwon Alexander Expected To Return

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Dee Ford (hamstring) and linebacker Kwon Alexander (pectoral) are both expected to return for the Divisional Round game against the Vikings on Saturday. Ford missed the final six regular season games, while Alexander has been on the sidelines since Oct. 27. San Fran's defense has been one of the best […]

Brandon Brooks To Have Surgery Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks (shoulder) said that he'll have shoulder surgery on Thursday and expects to be good to go for training camp this summer. Brooks has been a Pro Bowler the last three seasons and has been one of, if not the best, right guard in the NFL in recent seasons. Along […]

Malcolm Jenkins Wants New Deal

Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins said he "won't be back under the same deal" in 2020. The 32-year-old three-time Pro Bowler has one year left on his deal but has voiced his displeasure with his contract before. He continues to be a valuable member of the team's secondary, though, with 81 total tackles (63 solo), […]

Miles Sanders Won't Need Surgery

Philadelphia Eagles rookie running back Miles Sanders (knee) was wearing a brace on his left knee and was on crutches after getting injured in the wild-card loss to the Seahawks on Sunday, but he said he will not need offseason surgery. The 22-year-old was really impressive in his first year in the league, rushing 179 […]

Marshawn Lynch Ready For Bigger Workload

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that he thinks running back Marshawn Lynch is ready to handle more of a workload now that he has two games under his belt. Travis Homer played 44 of 64 offensive snaps in the wild-card win over the Eagles, while Lynch played just 18. Beast Mode saw just […]

Pavel Francouz In Between Pipes on Monday

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz will take the crease as his team faces the New York Islanders on Long Island on Monday. The 29-year-old is getting his first start in 10 days, last playing in a 6-4 loss (a start in which he allowed five goals on 32 shots) to the Minnesota Wild on December […]

Devin Booker Dominates With 40 Points In Loss

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker totaled his third 40+ point performance of the season as he finished with 40 points, six assists and two rebounds on 13-for-20 shooting from the field and 13-for-14 from the free throw line in Sunday's 121-114 loss to the Grizzlies. The 23-year-old got it going early in the game and […]

Bud Dupree A Candidate For Franchise Tag

The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to retain linebacker Bud Dupree going into the 2020 season, and it very well could come on the franchise tag. The franchise tag for Dupree would cost Pittsburgh $16.266 million, but Dupree might be worth that after recording a career-high 68 total tackles (49 solo), 11.5 sacks, four forced fumbles […]

Jason Peters Wants To Play In 2020

Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters, who turns 38 years old on Jan. 22, said he definitely wants to play one more year and probably two. If the Eagles don't want him back on his expiring contract, he'll move on and play elsewhere. Peters would be in line to make $6 million next season, but […]

Kelly Oubre Jr. Scores 17 Points Against Grizzlies

Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. recorded his sixth double-double of the season in Sunday's 121-114 loss to the Grizzlies, as he finished with 17 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal on 6-for-18 shooting from the field in 38 minutes of action. The 24-year-old snapped a streak of four consecutive efficient 20+ point […]

Jordan Howard Wants To Stay In Philly

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jordan Howard, who will be a free agent in March, said he hopes to be back with the team in 2020. The 25-year-old has been recovering from a shoulder stinger that he suffered on Nov. 3 against the Bears, but he didn't see the field at all in the wild-card loss […]

Andrew Wiggins, Robert Covington Both Drop 15 Points In Win

Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard/small forward Andrew Wiggins returned to the lineup for Sunday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers and dropped 15 points on 6-for-19 shooting. Joining him with 15 points was small/power forward Robert Covington, who shot 5-for-13 overall, including 4-for-10 from long range. Wiggins added seven rebounds, four assists and two steals, while Covington […]

Cowboys Choose Mike McCarthy As Next Head Coach

The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms with former Packers coach Mike McCarthy to be their next head coach on Monday. Dallas finally fired Jason Garrett on Sunday and chose McCarthy the very next day. McCarthy was 125-77-2 in 13 years as the head man in Green Bay and won a Super Bowl. He had […]

Ante Zizic Records First Double-Double Of Season

Cleveland Cavaliers center Ante Zizic was thrust into a larger role during Sunday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves as the trio of Kevin Love, Tristan Thompson and Larry Nance Jr. were all sidelined. Zizic played a season-best 25 minutes off the bench and accrued season highs in both scoring and rebounding with 15 points and […]

Deandre Ayton Records Double-Double In Loss

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton posted his third consecutive double-double in Sunday's 121-114 loss to the Grizzlies, as the 21-year-old finished with 14 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal on 7-for-14 shooting from the field. Ayton has been limited to just six games on the season due to a 25-game suspension […]

Dante Exum Stars With Career-High 28 Points Off Bench

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Dante Exum was electric as a reserve during Sunday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, shooting 11-for-13 overall en route to a career-best 28-point effort. Exum, who has battled myriad injuries over the years, stepped up with a larger offensive role as Kevin Porter Jr. exited with a knee injury of his […]