Ausar Thompson Probable Against Golden State

Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (illness) is on track to play on Thursday night when his Pistons host the Warriors. He missed his team's last two games due to illness, but just before that, he stepped up with 10 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and an impressive total of six steals in 26 minutes against […]

A.J. Puk And Diamondbacks Avoid Arbitration

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Puk and the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a one-year, $2.95 million contract to avoid salary arbitration. Puk began the 2024 campaign in the Miami Marlins rotation but struggled as he posted a 9.22 ERA and a 2.63 WHIP across four starts. […]

Paolo Banchero Expected To Return Friday Against The Bucks

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (oblique) will return from his extended injury absence when the Magic face the Bucks on Friday, according to NBA Insider Chris Haynes. Banchero was officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, but according to this report, he will miss one more game before returning for the second […]

A.J. Brown Being Rested On Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (knee) was not spotted at the start of Thursday's practice ahead of the NFC Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers. The five-time 1,000-yard receiver left Wednesday's practice early, but the team listed him with knee and rest designations. It's unclear what's holding Brown out of practice, but […]

Tarik Skubal, Tigers Avoid Arbitration

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Detroit Tigers and starting pitcher Tarik Skubal settled on a one-year contract with $10.15 million to avoid arbitration. Skubal was one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball last season en route to winning the American League Cy Young Award. Across 192 innings, which was […]

Michael Kopech, Dodgers Avoid Salary Arbitration

Right-handed reliever Michael Kopech and the Los Angeles Dodgers avoided salary arbitration on Thursday by agreeing to a one-year, $5.2 million deal for 2025. Kopech began last season as the closer for the Chicago White Sox and struggled with a 4.74 ERA and 1.35 WHIP with nine saves, 59 strikeouts and 24 walks in 43 […]

Paul George Able To Practice On Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (groin) missed the Sixers' win on Wednesday with groin tightness, but he was able to return to practice on Thursday, according to coach Nick Nurse as reported by NBC's Noah Levick. George has played 24 games in his first season in Philly, including 14 straight before missing Wednesday's game. In […]

Jalen Hurts Logging Another Practice On Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (concussion) is practicing again on Thursday after returning to practice on Wednesday for a limited session. The 26-year-old suffered a concussion in the Week 16 loss to the Washington Commanders and was absent from all practices and games before returning on Wednesday. His official practice status will be announced after […]

Joel Embiid Practices Thursday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot) was able to return to practice on Thursday, according to coach Nick Nurse as reported by NBC's Noah Levick. Embiid has missed the last two games for Philadelphia with a foot sprain and has been limited to just 13 games this season due to a variety of issues and […]

Brandon Marsh And Phillies Avoid Arbitration

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Philadelphia Phillies and outfielder Brandon Marsh have settled on a $3 million contract to avoid arbitration. The 27-year-old operated as an everyday outfielder for the Phillies in 2024 and should be expected to retain that role in 2025. Last season, Marsh held a .249/.328/.419 slash […]

Astros, Isaac Paredes Settle To Avoid Arbitration

The Houston Astros and third baseman Isaac Paredes avoided salary arbitration on Thursday by agreeing to a one-year, $6.625 million deal, according to a source. Paredes is heading into his first year in Houston in 2025 after the Astros acquired him from the Chicago Cubs this offseason in the blockbuster trade involving All-Star outfielder Kyle […]

Brice Sensabaugh Ruled Out Thursday

Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (illness) will miss a second straight game while battling an illness when the Jazz host the Heat on Thursday night. Sensabaugh was a first-round pick of the Jazz before last season, and he recently made a splash with 34 points against the Heat and 27 points against the Jazz last […]

Wild Card Round NFL DFS Cheat Sheet: Expert Picks and Lineups (Premium Content)

  All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to the WILD CARD ROUND of the NFL Playoffs! I'll bring you our famous NFL DFS Cheat Sheet with expert research and picks for cash games and GPPs each week. Here are a few notes about the sheet. Green means GO (good for […]

Dylan Cease And Padres Avoid Arbitration

Right-hander Dylan Cease and the San Diego Padres avoided salary arbitration on Thursday by agreeing to a one-year, $13.75 million deal. The figure represents a raise of nearly $6 million in what is Cease's final year of arbitration. In his first year in San Diego after the Padres acquired him in a trade from the […]

Logan Gilbert, Mariners Avoid Arbitration

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Seattle Mariners and starting pitcher Logan Gilbert have settled on a $7.625 million contract to avoid salary arbitration. Gilbert is coming off the best season of his career, posting a 3.23 ERA and a 0.89 WHIP. His 208 2/3 innings of work led the major […]

Jordan Clarkson Listed As Out For Thursday's Game Against Miami

Utah Jazz point guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will not suit up for Thursday's contest against the Miami Heat. The last time he played, Clarkson had to leave the court due to a foot injury and played only three minutes against the Miami Heat on January 4th. Later in the game, the Jazz announced that Clarkson […]

Dodgers Acquire Jose Vasquez From Twins

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired minor-league right-hander Jose Vasquez from the Minnesota Twins on Thursday in exchange for catcher Diego Cartaya. The 20-year-old Vasquez has spent the last two summers playing in the Dominican Summer League, going a combined 5-2 with an ugly 8.05 ERA, 1.93 WHIP and 71:47 K:BB in 57 innings over 22 […]

Donovan Mitchell Ruled Out Thursday Against Toronto

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (rest) will not play on Thursday when the Cavs finish their back-to-back with a home game against the Raptors. Mitchell played 35 minutes in Wednesday's big win over the Thunder, and he finished with 11 points, six rebounds, and four assists in Cleveland's win, despite struggling from the field, going […]

Tyreek Hill "Committed" To Dolphins

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill has been in the headlines after hinting toward wanting to be traded following the team's Week 18 loss to the New York Jets. Hill fell under 1,000 receiving yards in 2024 for the first time since 2019, and this year is the first time he has missed the playoffs […]

Twins Acquire Diego Cartaya From Dodgers

The Minnesota Twins acquired catcher Diego Cartaya from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday in exchange for minor-league right-hander Jose Vasquez. Cartaya was once one of the Dodgers' top catching prospects, but he has struggled at the plate the last two seasons in the minors and slashed .221/.323/.363 with a .686 OPS, 11 home runs, […]

Raiders Fire General Manager Tom Telesco After One Season

The Las Vegas Raiders fired general manager Tom Telesco after just one season on Thursday, according to NFL insider Ari Meirov. This move comes days after head coach Antonio Pierce was relieved of his duties. Telesco was hired last offseason following 11 seasons as the GM of the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers. The 52-year-old had […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic On Track To Play Thursday In Phoenix

Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (leg) was listed as probable for Thursday night's game against the Suns. He has been battling a lower leg contusion and has only been able to play two games since Christmas. He played two of the Hawks' last three games, and on Tuesday, he played 28 minutes and scored 11 […]

Mariners, Tigers Are Options For Nolan Arenado

MLB Network's Jon Morosi reports that the Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers are options for third baseman Nolan Arenado if the St. Louis Cardinals and Boston Red Sox can't reach an agreement on a trade package. After nixing a potential trade from the Cardinals to the Houston Astros earlier this offseason, Moroso also reports that […]

Daniel Gafford Could Return Thursday

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford is questionable for the Mavs' Thursday matchup with the Trail Blazers after missing just one game with a sprained ankle suffered in Monday's loss to the Grizzlies. After the injury, coach Jason Kidd said Gafford was "probably going to be out some time," so him missing just one game would […]

Thursday's Lakers-Hornets Game Postponed

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the NBA is postponing Thursday night's game between the Hornets and the Lakers due to the tragic wildfires raging in the Los Angeles area. The game was scheduled to take place at Crypto.com Arena but will be postponed to an unspecified later date. Charania also reports that the fire […]

Kevin Love Will Not Play Thursday

Miami Heat center Kevin Love (personal) will not play on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out due to personal reasons. The specific nature of the personal issue has not been disclosed. This season, Love has averaged 5.9 points per game, along with 4.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists. It […]

Dennis Schroder Uncertain To Play Thursday Night

Golden State Warriors guard Dennis Schroder (hip) was listed as questionable for Thursday's road game in Detroit. Stephen Curry (knee) and Moses Moody (knee) are also questionable, so even if Schroder is available, his role is uncertain. Since joining the Warriors, Schroder has not missed a game, starting 11 straight games for Golden State but […]

Moses Moody Questionable Thursday Against Detroit

Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (knee) is one of several members of the Warriors' backcourt rotation uncertain for their Thursday night matchup with the Pistons. Moody is joined on the injury report by Stephen Curry (knee) and Dennis Schroder (hip), who like Moody are questionable while Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) will miss a sixth straight […]

NFL DFS Game Stacks: Playoff Wildcard Weekend (Premium Content)

Use this tutorial for more details on how to use our NFL DFS Stacks of the Week. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The playoffs are finally upon us, but that's not stopping RotoBaller from continuing to bring you all of your DFS needs! A big part of this weekend […]

Zay Flowers Officially Out For Wild-Card Game

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (knee) has officially been ruled out for the wild-card playoff game on Saturday night against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers after not practicing all week. Flowers sprained his right knee in the Week 18 win over the division-rival Cleveland Browns in the regular-season finale and will be unavailable this weekend. […]