Nerlens Noel Doubtful Against Celtics

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) is doubtful to play against the Boston Celtics Wednesday. Noel had knee problems last year and is dealing with some soreness already. With Mitchell Robinson healthy and apparently in great shape, Noel is more of a defensive stats specialist at best when healthy. With Noel likely sitting this […]

Jeremy Lamb, Justin Holiday Questionable Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard/forwards Jeremy Lamb (wrist) and Justin Holiday (ankle) are both questionable to play Wednesday against the Charlotte Hornets. The Pacers will already be without Caris LeVert (back) and T.J. Warren (foot) so if Lamb and/or Holiday can't go, they may be slim on the wing. If either are unable to play, T.J. McConnell […]

Nicolas Claxton Starting In Opener

Brooklyn Nets center Nicolas Claxton is listed as the starting center Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. This is Claxton's second-career start and, despite the log jam of big men in Brooklyn, seems to be the only true center on the roster. Claxton was a per-minute star last season and should only get better now […]

Dylan Larkin Returns From Suspension

Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin will be back in the lineup on Tuesday against Columbus after serving a one-game suspension. He's also missed some practice time during his layoff but is good to go. Larkin made a scoring start to the season in last Thursday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Lightning. He had three […]

Jaylen Brown Could Play Wednesday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown is listed as questionable ahead of Wednesday's season opener against the New York Knicks. Brown tested positive for COVID-19 last week but was asymptomatic and is traveling with the team to New York. Brown's availability will likely come down to whether or not he feels in game shape. If Brown is […]

Al Horford Will Not Play In Season Opener

Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford has been ruled out for Wednesday's opener against the New York Knicks. Horford's homecoming tour will be delayed after the veteran center tested positive for COVID-19 and is in quarantine. It is unclear if Horford is showing any symptoms, but for now it's safe to assume his chances of playing opening […]

Ilya Samsonov Gets First Start Of The Season

Washington Capitals goaltender Ilya Samsonov will make his first appearance of the season in Tuesday's home game against Colorado. Vitek Vanecek went 1-0-1 in the first two games to start off the season. Samsonov had a strong year in 2020-21, picking up 13 wins and just five defeats in 19 appearances. He posted a 2.69 […]

Mike Matheson Makes Season Debut On Tuesday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Mike Matheson (lower body) is in the lineup for the first time this season for the Stars' visit on Tuesday. The 27-year-old takes up a spot on the third defensive pairing alongside Chris Ruhwedel and will also skate on the second power-play unit. The Penguins still remain without Sidney Crosby (wrist), Evgeni […]

Yanni Gourde Set For Season Debut Against Devils

Seattle Kraken forward Yanni Gourde (shoulder) has come off Injured Reserve and will make his season debut in Tuesday's clash against the Devils. According to head coach Dave Hakstol, Gourde will have "full availability" and will play without restrictions. The 29-year-old is among Seattle's most talented forwards and they have high hopes for him. Gourde […]

Joey Daccord Starts For Seattle On Tuesday

Seattle Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord will get his first taste of action this season in Tuesday's meeting with New Jersey. Philipp Grubauer started Monday's heavy 6-1 loss to the Flyers and Chris Driedger (undisclosed) was added to Injured Reserve on Tuesday, paving the way for Daccord to make his team debut. The former Senator carries […]

Nathan MacKinnon Cleared To Play On Tuesday

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon has come off the COVID-19 protocols list and will play on Tuesday against Washington. The 26-year-old superstar makes a pretty unexpected return, as the team headed out on a three-game road trip without him on Sunday and the chances of MacKinnon featuring on Tuesday looked very slim. With MacKinnon back, […]

Brock Boeser Ready For Season Debut On Tuesday

Vancouver Canucks right wing Brock Boeser (undisclosed) has been activated from Injured Reserve and is set to make his season debut on Tuesday versus Buffalo. He'll skate on the second line with Nils Hoglander and Elias Pettersson. Boeser produced a nice 23-goal, 49-point campaign in 56 games last season and starts off 2021-22 with a […]

Mike Hoffman Gets Green Light For Montreal

Montreal Canadiens forward Mike Hoffman will make his season debut as his team faces off against the visiting San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night. The 31-year-old had missed the entirety of training camp and the Canadiens' first three games of the campaign due to a lower-body injury. Inked to a three-year, $13.5 million deal with […]

Braden Holtby Back In Net In Pittsburgh

Dallas Stars goaltender Braden Holtby will make his third start in four games as his team closes out a road trip versus the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday. Signed as an unrestricted free agent over the summer, Holtby has been great in his first two starts with the Stars - posting a 2.26 goals-against average and […]

Blake Wheeler Out For Jets On Tuesday

Winnipeg Jets forward Blake Wheeler will not dress for his team's road matchup versus the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday. Wheeler did not skate with the Jets in Monday's practice after testing positive for COVID-19, and he will be out indefinitely as a result. The Minnesota native has played in just two games thus far in […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Misses Another Practice

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (shoulder) missed another practice on Tuesday. His DNP designation on Monday came on the estimated practice report, but he actually missed practice on Tuesday. Beckham is looking truly questionable after missing some game time in the Week 6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. It could be a death […]

Martin Jones To Make Flyers Debut On Wednesday

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Martin Jones will make his season debut in between the pipes when the Boston Bruins come to town on Wednesday. The 31-year-old, who signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Flyers over the offseason, is looking to right the ship on a career that has taken a bit of downward turn […]

Andrew Thomas Placed On Injured Reserve

The New York Giants placed left tackle Andrew Thomas (ankle, foot) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, so he'll be forced to miss at least the next three games. Thomas is dealing with a right foot injury and also a left ankle issue, so he was pretty hobbled in the Week 6 loss to the Los […]

Juuse Saros Set To Start Versus Kings

Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros will man the crease as his team plays host to the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night. The 26-year-old picked up his second consecutive loss on Saturday but looked strong en route to stopping 29 of 31 shots against in a 3-2 defeat to Carolina. Coming off a very impressive […]

Giants Don't Plan To Put Kadarius Toney On IR

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Kadarius Toney (ankle) is expected to be out for at least one game, according to a source. However, as of right now, it doesn't sound like the Giants plan on placing Toney on Injured Reserve, which would require him to miss at least three games. The 22-year-old first-rounder exploded […]

Jose Siri Isn't Starting ALCS Game 4

Houston Astros outfielder Jose Siri isn't in the lineup for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series. Siri previously started Houston's Game 3 loss in center field, going hitless in three plate appearances. The outfielder hit .304 with a .347 on-base percentage, four home runs, and three stolen bases in 49 plate appearances during […]

Dodgers Plan To Start Julio Urias In Game 4

The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to start Julio Urias on Wednesday for Game 4 of the National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves. It would be Urias' second appearance of the series after throwing an inning out of the bullpen during Game 2. The left-hander allowed three hits and a pair of runs in […]

Chas McCormick In The Lineup For ALCS Game 4

Houston Astros outfielder Chas McCormick is in the lineup for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series. The center fielder returns to the lineup after starting Game 3 on the bench. McCormick hit .257 with a .319 on-base percentage, 14 home runs, and four stolen bases in 320 plate appearances during the regular season. […]

Quinn Hughes Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (undisclosed) is considered questionable to play as his team takes on the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night. The Canucks have not released any details in regards to the injury or when it might have occurred but the 22-year-old skated 29:09 in his team's last game versus the Red Wings on […]

Chris Taylor In Left Field For NLCS Game 3

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Taylor is starting in left field on Tuesday for the third game of the National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves. Taylor started Game 2 at third base but is back in the outfield for a matchup with the Atlanta Braves and right-hander Charlie Morton. He's batting eighth for […]

AJ Pollock Not Starting NLCS Game 3

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock isn't in the starting lineup for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series. The outfielder hit .297 with a .355 on-base percentage, 21 home runs, and nine stolen bases in 422 plate appearances during the regular season. The 33-year-old hit a double and scored a run in four […]

Antwaun Woods Joining Active Roster

The Indianapolis Colts are signing defensive tackle Antwaun Woods to their active roster on Tuesday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Woods was signed to the Colts practice squad before the Week 3 game against the Tennessee Titans, but he was released last week. He'll now rejoin the team and provide defensive line depth at […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (10/19/21): NBA DFS Lineups

Happy Tuesday and Happy New Season, RotoBallers! If it only feels like yesterday when the Milwaukee Bucks wrapped up their NBA Finals win over the Phoenix Suns, you are not alone and not far off. That's because it was only 90 yesterdays ago, and here we are again, back for another season. This year is my […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (10/19/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

I really hope you didn't forget to leave milk and cookies out for Kevin Durant last night. Why? Because the NBA is officially back! The 2021-2022 season tips off on Tuesday with a two-game primetime slate featuring the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Brooklyn Nets and later on the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors. Two-game […]

Forrest Lamp Joins Saints Practice Squad

The New Orleans Saints signed free-agent offensive guard Forrest Lamp to their practice squad on Tuesday, according to a source. Lamp is only 27 years old, is a former high second-round pick and started all 16 games last year for the Los Angeles Chargers, so there remains plenty of upside here. He's also fully recovered […]