Jonas Valanciunas Nearing Return

Memphis Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas (concussion) is reportedly nearing a return to the court, according to head coach Taylor Jenkins. He is working his way through the league's concussion protocol at the moment. Jenkins is hopeful that Valanciunas is able to suit up for Sunday's contest. In the meantime, Xavier Tillman and Jaren Jackson Jr. […]

Richaun Holmes Could Return Soon

Sacramento Kings center Richaun Holmes (hamstring) was able to fully participate in Friday's practice. There is a chance that Holmes is able to play during Sunday's game against the Golden State Warriors. His return would make Hassan Whiteside a cut-candidate in many fantasy formats. However, it's unknown if Holmes will play on Sunday or if […]

Goga Bitadze Able To Shoot On Friday

Indiana Pacers center Goga Bitadze (ankle) was able to get some shots up during Friday's practice. It sounds like the ankle is getting better, but Bitadze is likely going to be sidelined for a few more games. The Pacers are fairly banged up right now, so Oshae Brissett is expected to take on significant playing […]

Ronald Guzman Officially Done For The Season

Texas Rangers first baseman Ronald Guzman (knee) will miss the remainder of the season. The 26-year-old suffered a meniscus tear in his right knee back on April 12 against Tampa Bay, initially landing him on the 10-day injured list. However, with surgery now the most logical option, he may have played his last game with […]

DeMar DeRozan Could Sit On Saturday

San Antonio Spurs forward DeMar DeRozan (quad) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He sat out of Thursday's game for rest purposes. It's quite odd that somehow DeRozan injured his quad by sitting out. Regardless, Derrick White, Devin Vassell, and Lonnie Walker IV will see a boost, assuming DeRozan […]

Rudy Gay Might Sit Versus Pelicans

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay (back) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. This is likely a rest game more than anything, but the team is pretending it's a back issue. Luka Samanic and Keita Bates-Diop would be asked to pick up the slack, assuming Gay is out. However, […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Could Miss Saturday's Game

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. He tweaked his ankle during Thursday's game, so there is some concern that it'll swell up overnight. Fantasy managers will likely have to wait until shootaround on Saturday before getting more information. Talen Horton-Tucker could be asked […]

Mike Trout Not In The Lineup On Friday Night

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (elbow) will not play on Friday against Houston. The former MVP was nailed by a Cristian Javier slider on Thursday night and was removed from the game prematurely as a result. Luckily, Trout stated that the pitch made contact mostly on his protective elbow pad, so fantasy managers can […]

Domantas Sabonis Won't Play Saturday

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. This marks the third game in a row that Sabonis has missed due to a back issue. The Pacers are heavily banged up, which means Oshae Brissett could see significant playing time in this one. He'd be a […]

Zach McKinstry Headed To 10-Day IL

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Zach McKinstry (back) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. The 25-year-old was scratched from Thursday night's game against the Padres due to back tightness and was subsequently replaced by Luke Raley out in right field. McKinstry is in the midst of an efficient 2021 campaign, so fantasy managers will […]

Mychal Mulder Will Start On Friday

Golden State Warriors guard Mychal Mulder will draw the start in Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He'll move into the starting five in place of veteran Kent Bazemore who is out due to the league's health and safety protocols. Kelly Oubre Jr. will continue coming off the bench in this one. Mulder could hit […]

Jaylen Brown Could Have Played Friday

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (shoulder) could've played during Friday's game against the Brooklyn Nets, according to head coach Brad Stevens. The team is considering Brown day-to-day since he doesn't have full range of motion yet. It's uncertain if he'll suit up for Sunday's contest or not. Jayson Tatum will continue having a ton of […]

James Johnson Questionable For Saturday

New Orleans Pelicans forward James Johnson (groin) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. He missed each of the last two games due to a groin issue. His return will make Naji Marshall have less streaming appeal. Johnson probably isn't worth a look in most fantasy formats right now. However, […]

Juan Toscano-Anderson Available Against Nuggets

Golden State Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson (concussion) is available for Friday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He missed two games due to a concussion, but shouldn't be limited at all here. His return will likely mean less playing time for Kevon Looney and possibly Draymond Green. Toscano-Anderson won't have great streaming appeal, but could be […]

P.J. Washington Returns To Starting Five

Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington will move back into the starting five for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This isn't a surprising move, but it'll push Vernon Carey Jr. back to the second unit. He'll still have a role behind Washington, so fantasy managers shouldn't give up on him yet. However, Cody Zeller and […]

Serge Ibaka Making Solid Progress

Los Angeles Clippers center Serge Ibaka (back) was able to get through some 4-on-4 work during recent practices. There haven't been many updates on Ibaka progress over the last few months. He has been sidelined since mid-March due to a back injury. He'll likely be eased back into the rotation once he is cleared to […]

Marcus Morris Resting Against Rockets

Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. (rest) is a late scratch from Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. The veteran forward will sit this one out, but should be available for Monday's contest. The Clippers should be fine against the tanking Rockets, so resting Morris makes sense. Patrick Patterson will move into the starting […]

Terance Mann Moves Into Starting Five

Los Angeles Clippers guard Terance Mann will slide into the starting five for Friday's game against the Houston Rockets. An interesting move by the team after Luke Kennard played well last game. Fantasy managers should expect Kennard to be heavily involved with Kawhi Leonard (foot) sidelined. Mann could have some low-end streaming appeal, but Kennard […]

Kristaps Porzingis Picks Up Questionable Tag For Saturday

Dallas Mavericks power forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) has been deemed questionable to play in Saturday's game versus the Lakers after having sprained his left ankle Thursday. Dallas has been notoriously prudent as it pertains to Porzingis' health this season, although there appears to be optimism that he could take the floor for the showcase contest. […]

Willie Calhoun Moves Up To Leadoff Slot

Texas Rangers designated hitter Willie Calhoun is batting leadoff for the club on Friday against the Chicago White Sox. The young hitter missed the beginning of the season while recovering from a spring injury but he's off to a solid start with four hits and a walk in his first four games. He's also been […]

Romeo Langford Draws Second Straight Start Friday

Boston Celtics shooting guard/small forward Romeo Langford finds himself among the starting five for the second consecutive contest Friday with Jaylen Brown (shoulder) still out of the mix. Langford played a career-high 32 minutes Thursday versus the Suns, but he delivered a wholly underwhelming two points and one rebound in that span. He stands to […]

Rajon Rondo Will Miss Friday’s Contest

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Rajon Rondo (wrist) will miss his second straight outing Friday against Houston, still hampered by a wrist ailment. Since arriving with the Clippers, Rondo has averaged 5.2 dimes off the bench across nine games. Without him and Patrick Beverley (hand) in the rotation, Reggie Jackson should see the lion's share […]

Danuel House Jr. Rejoins Rotation For Friday’s Game

Houston Rockets small forward Danuel House Jr. (ankle) has been cleared to return for Friday's contest against the Clippers, marking his first game action since April 4. House had missed each of Houston's last 10 contests, with his return having the caveat of him coming off the bench for the first time since Feb. 13. […]

Travis d'Arnaud Not In Lineup Friday Night

Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud is not in the lineup on Friday night against the Diamondbacks. Rookie Alex Jackson will take over behind the plate in his place and bat eighth in the lineup. d'Arnaud has gotten off to a slow start in 2021, slashing .197/.231/.344 with two homers and nine RBI in 17 games. […]

Patrice Bergeron Misses First Game Of The Season

Boston Bruins center Patrice Bergeron (lower body) will miss his first game of the season on Friday against Buffalo. The Bruins captain has been replaced by Charlie Coyle on the top line. Bergeron has had a very productive month with eight goals and 14 points in 13 games. He boasts 41 points for the whole […]

Brandon Nimmo Returns To Lineup Friday Night

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo (hip) is back in the lineup on Friday night and will lead off against the Nationals. Nimmo had missed the last two games of the Cubs series while dealing with right hip stiffness, but it was not believed to be serious as he had been listed as day-to-day. He […]

Danilo Gallinari Returns For Friday’s Contest

Atlanta Hawks small/power forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) has been cleared to suit up Friday against the Heat, stemming his absence due to a foot ailment at six games. Solomon Hill had reaped the benefits of an increased frontcourt role without Gallinari in the mix, but he can be expected to revert to a marginal role, […]

Calvin de Haan Gets Sidelined Again

Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Calvin de Haan (hip) will miss Friday's clash with the Predators with Nicolas Beaudin drafted in as a replacement. De Haan returned from a two-game absence in Wednesday's meeting with Nashville but logged only 3:50 of action in a 5-4 overtime win. He has managed 10 points in 44 games this season […]

Willi Castro Not In Lineup Friday Night

Detroit Tigers shortstop Willi Castro is getting the night off on Friday against the Royals. Niko Goodrum is starting at shortstop for Detroit, while Zack Short gets the nod at second base. Castro has gotten off to a bit of a slower start this season, slashing .211/.243/.282 with two triples and four RBI through 18 […]

John Wall Will Play Friday, Miss Saturday’s Contest

Houston Rockets point guard John Wall (rest) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Clippers, but he has been preemptively ruled out for Saturday versus Denver. Wall is unlikely to play in both legs of any back-to-backs down the stretch of the year with Houston considerably out of the playoff mix. When […]