Lauri Markkanen Ready To Return On Thursday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Markkanen sat out on Tuesday, but it sounds like that was a planned absence for injury maintenance. The 27-year-old recently returned from injury and it looks like the Jazz wanted to give him some […]

Stephen Curry Cleared To Play On Wednesday

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (knee) has been upgraded to available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. As expected, Curry will make his way back into the starting lineup after sitting out on Tuesday. His absence on Tuesday seemed more for rest purposes against a weaker opponent in the Utah Jazz. […]

Kevin Durant Available On Wednesday

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (thumb) is available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The superstar forward was uncertain coming into this contest due to a left thumb injury. The team wanted to wait until after warm ups to see how Durant was feeling, but it appears he's feeling good enough to play. […]

Isaiah Stewart Ejected On Wednesday

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart has been ejected from Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers after getting handed a Flagrant 2 foul. Stewart only lasted eight minutes on the court before elbowing Thomas Bryant to the floor which resulted in his ejection from the contest. He'll finish the night with one point and one assist, […]

PGA DFS Expert Roundtable and Survey - 2025 The ATT Pebble Beach Pro-Am (Premium) - Joe Nicely, Joe Idone, Spencer Aguiar

All other PGA Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Hello, RotoBallers, and thanks for joining us for the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open PGA DFS Roundtable! We're offering this article each week as part of our PGA Premium subscription, and we hope that you will find it useful. This gives readers the chance to […]

Jalen Pitre On Track For Offseason Activities

Houston Texans cornerback Jalen Pitre (pectoral) had successful surgery on his torn pectoral muscle and is on track to be available for the team's offseason activities. "My recovery is going well," Pitre said. In 12 games before his injury, Pitre had 65 tackles (six for loss), a forced fumble, an interception and eight pass breakups […]

Ja'Marr Chase Extension A Priority For Bengals This Offseason

Cincinnati Bengals All-Pro wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is entering the final year of his rookie deal with the team in 2025 after not being able to agree on a new contract last offseason. This offseason, director of personnel Duke Tobin said a long-term extension for Chase will be "a priority for us." The Bengals should […]

Ryan Dunn Upgraded To Available Wednesday

Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (ankle) has received the green light to play in Wednesday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 22-year-old rookie was hurt at the weekend in a game against the Washington Wizards and sat out Monday's contest versus the Los Angeles Clippers due to a left ankle sprain. However, he will be […]

Cubs Sign Brad Keller To Minor-League Contract

According to Jacob Zanolla of Cubs Insider, the Chicago Cubs have signed right-handed pitcher Brad Keller to a minor-league contract that includes an invite to spring training. Keller spent the 2024 season with the White and Red Sox. Across 41 1/3 innings of work, the 29-year-old posted a 5.44 ERA with a 1.52 WHIP. He […]

Rob Dillingham Active Against Suns

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Rob Dillingham (illness) has been upgraded from questionable to available ahead of Wednesday's tilt against the Phoenix Suns. He is good to go for the contest despite battling an illness. Dillingham has become a regular in the rotation since Minnesota lost Donte DiVincenzo (toe). Over the past five games, the rookie […]

Matthew Stafford Plans To Play In 2025

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford plans to continue playing in 2025. Stafford was non-committal as to whether he'd return for a 17th NFL season after the Rams' loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round. Although it's now clear he wants to keep playing, there's still uncertainty […]

Naz Reid Out On Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center Naz Reid (illness) will not play against the Phoenix Suns Wednesday night. Reid injured his shoulder in Monday's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, but he will exit the lineup on Wednesday due to an illness. Per Alan Horton of Timberwolves Radio, Minnesota will be without Reid for only the second time in […]

Ian Gibaut Signs Minor-League Deal With Reds

According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, right-handed pitcher Ian Gibaut agreed to a minor-league deal with the Cincinnati Reds that contains an invite to spring training. Gibaut was non-tendered by the Reds earlier this offseason but will given an opportunity to crack the Opening Day roster. The 31-year-old logged just two innings of work in […]

Naji Marshall Returns Against Pelicans With 15-Minute Limit

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall (illness) will return to action on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. A bout with an illness has kept Marshall sidelined for four games. The former Pelican has played a significant role for the Mavericks in 2024-25, averaging 11.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 24.7 minutes. However, he […]

Landon Dickerson, Cam Jurgens Both Miss Practice

Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Landon Dickerson (knee) and center Cam Jurgens (back) were both listed as non-participants for the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday. Dickerson injured his knee in the win over the division-rival Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship last Sunday. Jurgens, meanwhile, was active despite suffering a back injury the […]

Reds Designate Owen White For Assignment

According to the team, the Cincinnati Reds have designated right-handed pitcher Owen White for assignment. This corresponding move opened a roster spot for left-handed pitcher Taylor Rogers, who the team acquired earlier on Wednesday from the San Francisco Giants. White has logged just seven innings in the major leagues over the past two seasons with […]

Doug McDermott Sidelined With An Illness

Sacramento Kings forward Doug McDermott (illness) will not play in Wednesday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran sharpshooter was a late addition to the injury report with an illness. McDermott's absence takes away a three-point threat from Sacramento, but he has played a minimal role in the rotation and shouldn't be a big miss. […]

Kenneth Gainwell Doesn't Practice On Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell (concussion, knee) did not take part in practice with the rest of the team on Wednesday after suffering a concussion on Sunday in the win over the division-rival Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship. In addition to being in the league's concussion protocol this week, the 25-year-old backup running […]

Dallas Goedert Sits Out With Ankle Injury

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (ankle, rest) is still listed on the injury report and was a DNP in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. Goedert also missed some practice time last week with an ankle ailment but ended up playing in the NFC Championship win over the division-rival Washington Commanders and […]

Josh Hart Will Play Wednesday

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) will remain in the lineup on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets. He has been carrying a questionable tag lately due to a sore right knee, but Hart has played through the injury and will do so again on Wednesday. The gritty veteran has sat out just one game […]

Tigers Designate Alex Faedo For Assignment

According to Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic, the Detroit Tigers have designated right-handed pitcher Alex Faedo for assignment. This transaction opened the roster spot for right-handed pitcher Tommy Kahnle, who the team signed earlier on Wednesday. Last season, Faedo spent most of his time operating out of the bullpen, as he made just six starts. […]

DeVonta Smith Dealing With Hamstring Injury

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) is dealing with a hamstring injury and was listed as a non-participant in the team's practice on Wednesday. It's something to watch with Smith, but with the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs not coming until Sunday, Feb. 9, the 26-year-old wideout will most likely be ready […]

Jets Hiring Steve Wilks As New Defensive Coordinator

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that the New York Jets agreed to terms with veteran coach Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator on Wednesday, according to sources. Wilks did not coach at all in the NFL in 2024 after being fired as the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator following the 2023 campaign. He's a […]

Jordan Hawkins Out With An Illness Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Jordan Hawkins (illness) will skip Wednesday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. He is feeling under the weather and will be sidelined after making 20 consecutive appearances. With Hawkins on the shelf, Jose Alvarado and Brandon Boston Jr. might soak in more minutes on Wednesday. However, this isn't a good matchup […]

Carlos Estevez Signing With Kansas City

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Kansas City Royals are signing free-agent relief pitcher Carlos Estevez. Estevez has been one of the top relief pitchers on the open market during the offseason and had several suitors. However, the Royals were able to get a deal done. Last season, Estevez opened the 2024 campaign with […]

Jaime Jaquez Jr. Cleared To Play Wednesday

Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. (illness) will return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. A stomach bug kept Jaquez Jr. out from Monday's battle against the Orlando Magic, but he has been cleared to return on Wednesday, with Miami upgrading him from probable to available. Jaquez Jr. has regressed compared to […]

Dejounte Murray Good To Go Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray (elbow, finger) will play against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night. Murray is currently dealing with an elbow issue and has sprained his right index finger, but the team has upgraded him from probable to available. Murray is in the midst of a strong five-game stretch, which started with a […]

Al Horford Ruled Out For Wednesday Against Bulls

Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) is unavailable for Wednesday's contest against the Chicago Bulls. The veteran big man is dealing with a toe sprain and will miss his second consecutive contest. Horford was cleared to play on Monday against the Houston Rockets but was a late scratch. Luke Kornet started in place of Horford and finished with […]

Kelly Olynyk Downgraded To Out Wednesday

Toronto Raptors forward/center Kelly Olynyk (calf) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He will miss a third straight game due to a right calf strain. Olynyk's next chance to return will be on Friday against the Chicago Bulls. On Wednesday, Orlando Robinson will continue to log minutes […]

Gradey Dick Ruled Out For Wednesday

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Gradey Dick (illness) will not take the court against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. Dick has heated up lately but will need to step aside for at least one game due to an illness. Bruce Brown and Ochai Agbaji will take care of most of Dick's minutes against the Wizards. Agbaji will […]