Frank Jackson Exits Early On Wednesday

Detroit Pistons guard Frank Jackson (ankle) was forced to exit early during Wednesday's game against the New York Knicks. He appeared to have suffered a right ankle injury during the second quarter. The Pistons already have a bunch of injuries, so hopefully this isn't anything significant. Cory Joseph, Justin Robinson, and Cassius Stanley should all […]

DK Metcalf Starts The Week With No Practice

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (foot) was a DNP to begin the practice week on Wednesday. Metcalf has been rested early in the week for most of the year after injuring his foot way back in Week 4, but he hasn't missed any games. The 24-year-old has mostly been disappointing in the second half […]

Kevin Hayes Set For A Big Role Against Seattle

Philadelphia Flyers center Kevin Hayes will join the first line for Wednesday's matchup against Seattle. The Flyers have Sean Couturier (COVID-19 protocols) unavailable and it's opened up a spot on the top line. Hayes will skate with Jordan Farabee and Travis Konecny. With injuries following him around, Hayes himself has struggled to stay in the […]

Davion Mitchell Clears COVID-19 Protocols

Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell has cleared the league's COVID-19 protocols ahead of Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Both Mitchell and Alex Len will be available for this contest. However, the majority of the Kings roster is healthy, which hurts the value of these two players. Len won't be on the fantasy radar, while […]

D'Andre Swift Practices In Full Wednesday

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (shoulder) was able to practice in full on Wednesday. It was reported earlier in the day that Swift is expected to return in Week 17 against the Seattle Seahawks for the first time since spraining his shoulder on Thanksgiving. His full practice certainly supports that, although fantasy managers should […]

Eric Paschall Out On Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Eric Paschall (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. He hasn't exactly been much of a fantasy option this season. It's uncertain how long he'll be absent due to this personal matter. In the meantime, Rudy Gay and Royce O'Neale should be asked to pick up […]

Tre'Quan Smith Not At Practice Wednesday

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (chest) was unable to take part in practice on Wednesday. Smith played 14 offensive snaps in the Monday night loss to the Miami Dolphins before departing with a chest injury and never returning. The 25-year-old wasn't targeted at all by rookie quarterback Ian Book, who was making his […]

Ty Jerome Moves Into Starting Five

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ty Jerome will move into the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He will replace Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle) who hopefully won't miss too much time. The Thunder haven't won a game when Gilgeous-Alexander sits out. Regardless, Jerome will start alongside Luguentz Dort, Paul Watson, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah […]

Elfrid Payton Won't Play Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard Elfrid Payton has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Payton is back in protocols after coming back on Monday. He didn't exactly have a huge role when healthy anyway. Cameron Payne will see more minutes in his absence. He could be a low-end streaming option, but there […]

Haason Reddick Placed On COVID-19 List

The Carolina Panthers placed outside linebacker Haason Reddick and reserve quarterback P.J. Walker on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. The team also activated offensive linemen Pat Elflein and Dennis Daley from the list. The Panthers defense could be extremely short-handed in Week 17 against the New Orleans Saints, as they put defensive ends Brian Burns […]

Zach Ertz Remains On The Injury Report

Arizona Cardinals tight end Zach Ertz (hamstring) opened the week with a limited showing in practice on Wednesday. Ertz has been on the injury report for the last month with Arizona, but he hasn't missed any games and has been an every-down player for the Cardinals. With receiver DeAndre Hopkins (knee) out, Ertz has seen […]

Chase Edmonds Limited On Wednesday

Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (back) was listed as limited in practice on Wednesday. Edmonds is dealing with a minor back that shouldn't keep him from playing in a big Week 17 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The 25-year-old missed four games due to a high ankle sprain but returned in Week 15. Edmonds […]

Bradley Beal, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Questionable Thursday

Washington Wizards shooting guards/small forwards Bradley Beal and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are both questionable to suit up for Thursday's game against Cleveland as they attempt to return from the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Beal and Caldwell-Pope have both missed each of Washington's past three contests, which has allowed Corey Kispert, Aaron Holiday and Deni Avdija […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Game

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle) will miss Wednesday's contest against the Suns due to a sore right ankle. Ankle issues have popped up occasionally for Gilgeous-Alexander, who will be missing his fourth contest of the year. The Thunder are set to be massively shorthanded Wednesday, with Josh Giddey, Darius Bazley, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, […]

Jimmy Garoppolo Officially A DNP Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) was officially listed as a DNP for Wednesday's practice. Garoppolo is dealing with a Grade 3 sprain of his right thumb and also has a small fracture in there, but there's a chance he'll be able to give it a go in Week 17 against the Houston Texans. […]

James Wiseman Joins League’s Health And Safety Protocols

Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols, sidetracking the progress he has made in his attempt to return to action. Wiseman has not yet suited up in his second professional season as he works his way back from a torn meniscus that he sustained in April. […]

Elijah Mitchell Able To Practice Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Elijah Mitchell (knee) was able to get in a limited practice to begin the week on Wednesday. Mitchell is no longer dealing with a concussion, but it remains to be seen if he can get past his knee injury and return to the lead-back role in a juicy Week […]

Boban Marjanovic, Brandon Knight Land In COVID Protocols

Dallas Mavericks center Boban Marjanovic and point/shooting guard Brandon Knight have become the latest members of their team to join the league's health and safety protocols, ruling them out indefinitely. While Marjanovic has been a tremendous per minute producer, he has seen just 5.9 minutes per contest this season, keeping him on the outside looking […]

Drew Lock Limited, Teddy Bridgewater Still Not Practicing

Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday, while Teddy Bridgewater (concussion) remained out with a concussion. Although Lock is dealing with a new injury, he's expected to get the start for the second straight week after Bridgewater suffered a scary head injury in Week 15. In his […]

Javonte Williams, Melvin Gordon III Limited Wednesday

Denver Broncos running backs Javonte Williams (knee) and Melvin Gordon III (hip, thumb) were both limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. Williams and Gordon continue to be limited in practices, but their injuries won't keep them from playing in Week 17 against the Los Angeles Chargers. LA's rush defense has been […]

Paul Watson Jr. Logs Second Straight Starting Assignment

Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Paul Watson Jr. is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Phoenix, marking his second consecutive start. Widespread injuries and issues with the league's health and safety protocols have paved the way for assistant coach Mike Wilks to get creative with his rotations, with Watson the latest example. […]

Lamar Jackson Limited In Practice Wednesday

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) was able to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday, but he was noticeably limping. It's good news that Jackson is back on the practice field and trending in the right direction for a return to action in Week 17 against the Los Angeles Rams, but his status will […]

Malik Monk Draws Second Straight Start Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Malik Monk remained among the starting five for Wednesday's game vs. Memphis, marking back-to-back starts for the first time since Oct. 26-27. Monk played 40 minutes Tuesday and dropped 25 points, giving him two straight outings in which he has reached the 20-point threshold. More important than starting or coming […]

Curtis Samuel Gets In A Limited Practice

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (hamstring) started off the practice week on Wednesday with a limited session. Samuel missed most of the first half of the season with a lingering groin injury that he had been dealing with since the summer, but he's missed the last two games with a hamstring issue. It's […]

Antonio Gibson Listed With Hip Injury

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (hip) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday due to a hip injury. He was listed with a toe injury last week but still suited up in the embarrassing blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Don't be alarmed by Gibson's season-low six carries in Week 16, […]

Abdel Nader Joins COVID-19 Health And Safety Protocols

Phoenix Suns small/power forward Abdel Nader has become the latest member of his team to join the league's health and safety protocols, ruling him out indefinitely, beginning Wednesday vs. Oklahoma City. The plan was for Nader to miss Wednesday's game regardless, but a longer absence could now be on tap as he works his way […]

Limited Practice For Jalen Hurts Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (ankle) was limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday. Hurts continues to manage an ankle injury that caused him to miss only one game, but he should be fine to play in Week 17 against the Washington Football Team. Just two weeks ago, Hurts threw for 297 […]

New York Scratches Evan Fournier For Wednesday’s Game

New York Knicks shooting guard Evan Fournier (ankle) was a last-minute scratch for Wednesday's contest against the Pistons due to right ankle soreness. Quentin Grimes made his second career start in place of Fournier and could hold streamer potential in season-long formats if Fournier's absence proves to be of the multi-game variety. Fournier's numbers have […]

Jordan Howard Misses Practice Wednesday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jordan Howard (neck) was unable to practice on Wednesday, while rookie Kenneth Gainwell (ankle) was listed as limited with an ankle injury. Miles Sanders is out in Week 17 against the Washington Football Team due to a broken hand, so Howard would be in line for a significant role in the […]

Brandon Boston Jr. Joins COVID-19 Protocols, Out Wednesday

LA Clippers shooting guard/small forward Brandon Boston Jr. has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols, ruling him out indefinitely, beginning with Wednesday's contest against the Celtics. Boston has enjoyed a sizable minutes increase during December, using that time on the floor to average 8.8 points per contest. With Paul George (elbow) sidelined, […]