Jon Gray Holds D-Backs Down In Thursday's Win

Colorado Rockies right-handed pitcher Jon Gray picked up his first win of the year on Thursday when he allowed just one run on two hits with five strikeouts and four walks over 6 2/3 inning in a 7-3 win over the Diamondbacks. Gray actually worked a no-hitter through six innings, which is odd considering his […]

Stephen Strasburg Strikes Out Eight On Wednesday

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg tossed six scoreless innings and struck out eight batters on Wednesday in a 2-0 loss to the Braves. Strasburg basically did everything for the team in the loss, as he allowed just one hit and two walks to Atlanta, and his double was one of two team hits in […]

Clint Capela Questionable On Friday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) has been classified as questionable for Friday night's matchup against the Bulls. The 26-year-old missed Wednesday's encounter with the Grizzlies while continuing to battle intermittent soreness in his left Achilles. Without Capela in the lineup against Chicago, Onyeka Okongwu will likely get the start once again, with the rookie […]

Corbin Burnes Dominant Again In No Decision

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Corbin Burnes threw six shutout innings, allowing only one hit while striking out nine in Thursday's loss to the Cardinals. He did not factor in the decision. Another one-hit performance for Burnes, yet the Brewers' offense couldn't provide enough run support for him to earn the win. After allowing a leadoff […]

Aaron Nola Strikes Out Five On Wednesday

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola had five strikeouts in four innings on Wednesday, and did not factor into the decision in an 8-2 victory over the Mets. It took 92 pitches for Nola to get through his outing, as he allowed one run on six hits and two walks. He has yet to record […]

Francisco Lindor Draws Two Walks On Thursday

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor went 1-for-3 with a pair of walks and a run scored in a 3-2 victory over the Marlins on Thursday. Lindor has had a slow start to the year, going 3-for-14 at the plate with one RBI and two runs scored through four games. But he's already showing good […]

Serge Ibaka Still Not Ready For Return

Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Serge Ibaka (back) will not play on Thursday night against Phoenix. The big man will now miss his 13th consecutive outing while working his way back from lower back soreness. Marcus Morris Sr. and Nicolas Batum should continue to benefit. However, neither man should be considered a viable fantasy option unless […]

DraftKings EuroLeague DFS Lineup Picks for 4/9/21 - Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

The last day of the EuroLeague regular season is here. Real Madrid locked up a playoff spot yesterday, leaving just one slot left unclaimed. Valencia took out Vitoria-Gasteiz and are now in the driver's seat. St. Petersburg has a game today and a makeup game on Tuesday. If they lose either of those, Valencia will […]

Julian Marquez Looking For Consecutive Wins

Looking for his second win of 2021, Julian Marquez (8-2) is 2-1 since joining the UFC. His lone loss came via a split decision, but he rebounded well with a third-round submission earlier this year in February. Known as a devastating striker with five of his eight career wins coming by knockout/TKO, his other three […]

Willie Cauley-Stein Remains Out Against Milwaukee

Dallas Mavericks center Willie Cauley-Stein remains out on Thursday night against Milwaukee. The veteran hasn't played since mid-March while adhering to the league's health and safety protocols surrounding COVID-19. The 27-year-old hasn't contributed much this season, so his absence won't impact fantasy managers, primarily since he likely isn't on many teams anyway. Nicolo Melli and […]

Chad Pinder Is Week-To-Week With Knee Sprain

Oakland Athletics outfielder Chad Pinder (knee) is being considered week-to-week with a left knee sprain, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. Pinder had been placed on the 10-day injured list earlier in the week after exiting Sunday's game in the first inning, and now Gallegos reports that Pinder is currently being held out of all […]

Maxi Kleber Available On Thursday Night

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Maxi Kleber (leg) will play on Thursday evening against the Bucks. Kleber has been dealing with soreness in his right leg, an injury that forced him to miss a few games over the last week. With the 29-year-old back in the equation against Milwaukee, Nico Melli may see a slight reduction in […]

Sam Alvey Seeking First Win Since 2018

Sam Alvey (33-14-1) is set to enter the Octagon on Saturday to make his 49th professional appearance. A member of the UFC since 2014, Alvey is on a slippery slope, losing his last four fights in a row. His last outing in October of last year was actually a draw, making him winless in his […]

Kolten Wong Exits Early With Oblique Injury, Could Face IL Stint

Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Kolten Wong (oblique) left Thursday's game in the seventh inning after reaggravating his oblique, according to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. Wong was held out of the lineup on Wednesday due to oblique tightness, but he returned late in the game for a pinch-hit appearance. After the game, manager Craig Counsell said, […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Out Again

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will not play on Thursday against Dallas. The reigning MVP has been dealing with soreness in his left knee and will now miss his third straight outing as a result. In his place, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday should both receive hefty boosts in both usage and differential, with […]

Boone Jenner Expected To Miss Some Time

Columbus Blue Jackets placed centerman Boone Jenner on the IR, and he is expected to miss six weeks. He was injured on Tuesday after breaking his finger. Before the injury, the veteran forward posted eight goals and nine helpers in 41 contests. He plays about 14:00 minutes a game for Columbus, and he has recorded […]

Sam Gagner Will Likely Return Tonight Against Nashville

Detroit Red Wings forward Sam Gagner will be potentially in the lineup Thursday and replace centerman Valtteri Filppula versus Nashville. Gagner has been sidelined with an upper-body injury for the last five Red Wings contests. In the year, the London, Ontario native is responsible for four goals and five helpers through 28 games. He logs […]

Charlie McAvoy Sidelined For Boston

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy at the very least, will miss the next three games with an (upper body) injury. McAvoy has been an essential piece for the Bruins' success over several years. He averages just over 24:00 minutes of ice time per game while recording four goals and 18 assists in 35 contests. Steve […]

Gorgui Dieng Still Dealing With Shoulder Injury

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Gorgui Dieng (shoulder) is questionable Friday against the Denver Nuggets. Dieng suffered a shoulder sprain in his Spurs debut, but has been able to play the last two games after missing two games. Dieng does not have a clear path to minutes with Jakob Poeltl and Drew Eubanks taking away the […]

Lonnie Walker IV Questionable Friday Night

San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV (wrist) is questionable to play Friday against the Denver Nuggets. Walker has missed nine straight games with the wrist injury, but is expected back at some point during this road trip. The road trip spans until April 14th so it's unclear when he will actually return, but it […]

Wesley Matthews Starting For Kyle Kuzma Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Wesley Matthews will start Thursday against the Miami Heat with Kyle Kuzma (calf) out. Kuzma was originally starting for LeBron James (ankle) as the Lakers get thinner on the wing. Matthews is a low-end threes and steals streamer as a starter and Montrezl Harrell should also see some extra run on […]

Larry Nance Jr. Lost Close To 20 Pounds Due To Illness

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (illness) has lost close to 20 pounds dealing with an undisclosed illness over the past week and a half. Nance has not played since March 27th and looks like he could be a ways away from getting back into game shape given this news. Kevin Love has been starting […]

Anton Forsberg Starts His Fourth Game for Ottawa

Ottawa Senators goalie Anton Forsberg will be in goal for Ottawa tonight against Edmonton. Forsberg carries a 1-1-1 record, a 3.28 goals-against average, and a .920 save percentage in 2021. The seventh-round draft pick in 2011 will go up against the Edmonton Oilers. Ottawa has played Edmonton eight times this year, losing all eight contests. […]

Malachi Flynn Making First Career Start Thursday

Toronto Raptors guard Malachi Flynn will earn his first career start on Thursday with Deandre Bembry (suspension) out against the Chicago Bulls. Flynn has been a solid streamer with Kyle Lowry (foot) and Fred VanVleet (hip) out, both of which also received a one-game suspension. Flynn and the Raptors still have four games left in […]

Paul Goldschmidt Held Out Of Lineup With Back Tightness

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (back) was held out of the lineup on Thursday due to lower back tightness, the team announced shortly before first pitch. There's no word that this is anything more than a one-game issue, but managers should keep an eye out for further updates in case this becomes a […]

Myles Turner To Sit Against Orlando

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (ankle) will not suit up Friday night against the Orlando Magic. Turner will miss his second straight game with a sprained ankle and is likely a little ways out from returning, given the fact he was ruled out over a day in advance. Goga Bitadze started and played well in […]

Robbie Ray Could Return Next Week

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Robbie Ray (elbow) could make his return to the team sometime next week, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Ray bruised his elbow from a fall at his home during Spring Training, but before the injury he had looked good with a 1.98 ERA and 18 strikeouts in 13 […]

Malcolm Brogdon And Domantas Sabonis Questionable Friday

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (hip) and forward/center Domantas Sabonis (ankle) are questionable to play Friday against the Orlando Magic. Both players were questionable on Wednesday with their respective ailments, but were ultimately ruled out before tip-off. They will likely end up being game-time decisions so make sure to check back before the games lock. […]

John Wall Will Sit First Game Of Back-To-Back

Houston Rockets point guard John Wall (rest) will not play Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Wall will likely not play in both ends of a back-to-back for the remainder of the season so this is to be expected. Wall went off Wednesday after a multi-game absence and put up 31 points and seven assists […]

Brandon Ingram And Kira Lewis Jr. Questionable Again

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (foot) and guard Kira Lewis Jr. (calf) are both questionable to play Friday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Both Ingram and Lewis have been out for the past week, give or take, and have been closer to game-time decisions for most of that time. Ingram seems closer to returning of […]