Justise Winslow, Derrick Jones Cleared To Play Tuesday

The Miami Heat will get back both point guard/small forward Justise Winslow and small/power forward Derrick Jones for Tuesday’s contest versus the Denver Nuggets. Winslow’s return likely pushes rookie standout Kendrick Nunn out of DFS contention for the evening, while whose minutes Jones will snag remains less clear. Winslow had missed a pair of games, while […]

Shabazz Napier Unlikely To Suit Up Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Shabazz Napier is listed as doubtful for Wednesday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to a right hamstring strain. Napier has been uber-aggressive off the bench through his first six contests for Minnesota, having averaged 7.8 points and 4.5 assists across 22.2 minutes per game. Without Napier in the mix Wednesday, […]

Kyle Juszczyk Expected Back In Week 10

San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (knee) claims he’s fully healthy and ready to play in Week 10 against the Seattle Seahawks. The Niners also expect to have tackles Joe Staley (fibula) and Mike McGlinchey (knee) for Monday night’s tilt. As a block-first back, Juszczyk’s return has no impact on his fantasy value but could […]

Jeff Teague, Jordan Bell Both Questionable For Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague and power forward/center Jordan Bell have both picked up questionable designations ahead of Wednesday’s outing versus the Memphis Grizzlies. Teague is dealing with an illness, while Bell has a right shoulder sprain. The team will welcome back Karl-Anthony Towns from suspension, but may not be at full strength. Should […]

Jordan McRae Tagged As Questionable For Wednesday

Washington Wizards shooting guard/small forward Jordan McRae was able to practice Tuesday and is now listed as questionable to suit up for Wednesday’s contest versus the Indiana Pacers. McRae, who is working his way back from a fractured right ring finger, has missed each of his team’s previous five contests. It’s unlikely that he steps […]

Emmanuel Mudiay Will Miss Second Straight Game Wednesday

Utah Jazz point guard Emmanuel Mudiay has been ruled out for Wednesday’s contest versus the Philadelphia 76ers due to left hamstring tightness. It will mark the second consecutive game that Mudiay has been sidelined, with starter Mike Conley logging 35 minutes without the assistance of his traditional backup. Mudiay has averaged 9.0 points per game […]

Derrick White Set To Play Tuesday

San Antonio Spurs point/shooting guard Derrick White will “give it a go” Tuesday versus the Atlanta Hawks, per head coach Gregg Popovich. While it’s not the most encouraging label that White will see his usual workload, he has been deemed active by San Antonio. White will have to battle Bryn Forbes and Dejounte Murray for […]

Steven Adams Receives Green Light To Play Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams will return to the lineup for Tuesday’s matchup versus the Orlando Magic. Adams, who had previously been listed as questionable due to a knee ailment that cost him the previous two games, was able to practice Monday and will be set for a collision with Magic All-Star center Nikola […]

Grayson Allen To Miss Second Consecutive Contest Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies point/shooting guard Grayson Allen has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to left ankle soreness. The fact that he has been ruled out well in advance of tip-off likely indicates that this ailment could potentially cost the second-year guard more games. Allen has scuffled from the field through […]

Harry Giles Once Again Earns Questionable Tag

The odyssey of when Sacramento Kings power forward/center Harry Giles will be cleared to compete in game action continues as the 21-year-old has once again been listed as questionable to play Wednesday due to left knee soreness. Giles has not yet taken the floor for Sacramento this year despite having his status up in the […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. On Track To Suit Up Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies power forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. has been listed as probable to return to action Wednesday when his team takes on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jackson missed one game due to right knee soreness, in addition to departing another early, but the 20-year-old is trending towards being able to reclaim his spot in the starting […]

Enes Kanter To Miss Fifth Straight Contest Tuesday

Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter will not be able to return to the floor for Tuesday’s game versus the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a left knee ailment. Head coach Brad Stevens noted before the game that Kanter was “just not ready,” which likely does not bode well for his odds of suiting up Thursday against […]

Myles Turner, Domantas Sabonis Both Ruled Out On Tuesday

The Indiana Pacers will take the floor Tuesday versus the Charlotte Hornets without either member of their starting frontcourt for the second consecutive game. Both Myles Turner and Domantas Sabonis had questionable tags earlier in the day, but will cede way to the duo of Jakarr Sampson and Goga Bitadze in the starting five, both […]

Blake Griffin Won't Be Ready for Wednesday

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (hamstring, knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. Griffin has been out the whole season, but was able to get through some 3-on-3 work during Tuesday's practice. The next game after Wednesday will be on Friday versus Indiana. There's a chance Griffin suits up […]

Tim Frazier Won't Play on Wednesday

Detroit Pistons guard Tim Frazier (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. This marks the third game in a row that Frazier has missed due to a right shoulder injury. Derrick Rose (hamstring) is out as well, so the Pistons will be thin at guard. Bruce Brown, Langston Galloway, […]

Jabari Parker Will Start on Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks forward Jabari Parker will join the starting five for Tuesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. John Collins has been suspended 25 game for violating the league's Anti-Drug Program. Parker will likely be seeing a lot of starts in the future without Collins available. De'Andre Hunter, Alex Len and Bruno Fernando will be […]

Kyle Kuzma is Cleared for 26 Minutes

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has been cleared to play 26 minutes against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday. The Lakers are going to slowly ease Kuzma back into action, so hopefully he'll be a full speed in a week or so. Kuzma has been cleared for 26 minutes, but that doesn't mean he'll play […]

Otto Porter is Fine for Matchup with Lakers

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He tweaked his ankle on Sunday and wasn't able to practice on Monday. However, Porter appears to be over the injury and will be available for this one. Porter has been awful this season, so it's tough for fantasy […]

John Collins Suspended 25 Games

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (suspension) will miss the next 25 games after violating the terms of the NBA Anti-Drug Program. Collins tested positive for Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2, but is going to appeal the suspension. The Hawks will likely use a committee approach to fill the void. Jabari Parker, De'Andre Hunter, Alex Len and […]

Bucs Place Antony Auclair On Injured Reserve

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed tight end Antony Auclair (toe) on the Injured Reserve on Tuesday after he was injured in the Week 9 overtime loss to the Seahawks. The Bucs signed linebacker Sam Acho in a corresponding move. Mainly a blocker, Auclair had his first catch of the season last Sunday and wasn't on […]

Trae Young Will Suit Up on Tuesday

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (ankle) will suit up for Tuesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He suffered a right ankle injury last week, but surprisingly is only going to miss one game. Young has been off to a fantastic start to the season and will be asked to do more with John Collins […]

Myles Turner Has A Chance to Play on Tuesday

Indiana Pacers forward Myles Turner (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets, according to head coach Nate McMillan. He suffered a Grade 1 right ankle sprain on October 30 and hasn't played since then. He was expected to miss two weeks of action, so it's surprising to see Turner having […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (11/5/19): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Welcome to NBA Tuesday night! While most eyes were on the NFL this weekend, it was quite an eventful one for the NBA. If you missed it, the Warriors are now the 2017 Brooklyn Nets. We have six games on tonight's slate, which is right in the sweet spot for me. As always, there are […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (11/5/19): NBA DFS Lineups

We have superstars galore in Tuesday's six-game slate headlined with Trae Young (ankle) hopefully making his return after a scary ankle injury. We will likely see a lot of half-court sets in this slate with the majority of team's playing with slower pace. Of the 12 teams playing Tuesday, only the Miami Heat rank in […]

Avery Bradley is Ruled Out for Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley (leg) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He suffered a right leg contusion on Sunday and was unable to return to that contest. Bradley did not practice on Monday and won't play here. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will start, while Troy Daniels and Alex Caruso will […]

Derrick White Could Sit Out on Tuesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (glute) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He suffered a right glute contusion on Sunday, but was able to return to the game. Bryn Forbes and Marco Belinelli would see more playing time coming their way if White is unable to suit up. More […]

Eric Gordon is Questionable Against Warriors

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Gordon is dealing with left hamstring soreness, so he could sit this one out. He's been awful this season and might need a game off to clear his head. Danuel House, Austin Rivers, and Ben McLemore would […]

Mitchell Robinson Rejoins the Starting Five

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson will jump back into the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Robinson started at center for the first five games of the season, but was replaced by Bobby Portis on Sunday. The Knicks were blown out in that contest, so head coach David Fizdale will go […]

Maximilian Kleber Practices on Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks forward Maximilian Kleber (knee) was able to suit up for Tuesday's practice. He missed Sunday's game against the Cavs, but has a chance to play during Wednesday's contest versus Orlando. The Mavs are going to be cautious, so Kleber won't play if he's not 100 percent. Fantasy owners should check back on Wednesday […]

Justise Winslow Should Play on Tuesday

Miami Heat guard Justise Winslow (back) is going to warm up with the intent to play in Tuesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He's missed the last two games due to back soreness, but appears ready to play again. There will be a better answer after shootaround, but all signs are pointing to Winslow playing. […]