Nerlens Noel Blocks Four Shots In Return To Starting Lineup

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel put up a strong effort on both ends in his return to the starting lineup on Monday. Noel scored eight points with 11 boards while blocking four shots and recording two steals in 30 minutes of a 98-88 loss to the Heat. The 26-year-old big man had garnered several […]

Jayson Tatum Posts 34 Points In Losing Effort

Boston Celtics small forward Jayson Tatum scored 34 points on Monday, but his performance wasn't enough in a 115-109 loss to New Orleans. The C's missed Jaylen Brown (hip) badly and Evan Fournier ended up having a shocker of a debut for the team with 0-for-10 shooting. Brown's absence gave Tatum all the keys to […]

Seth Brown Optioned To Triple-A

Oakland Athletics outfielder Seth Brown was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas, according to MLB.com. The move clears the way for Ka'ai Tom to make the Opening Day roster for Oakland. Tom was one of the most electrifying players in A's camp while Brown batted just .226 across 38 plate appearances in Cactus League play. Brown […]

Jimmy Butler Pours In Game-High 27 Points

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler led the way in a 98-88 win over the Knicks on Monday. Butler scored a game-high 27 points, chipping in six assists, five rebounds, and a block. He went 10-for-15 from the field and sank 7 of 8 free throw attempts, which helped mask his 0-for-3 shooting from beyond the […]

Brandon Ingram Has 25 Points, Nine Assists In Monday's Win

New Orleans Pelicans small forward Brandon Ingram posted 25 points and nine assists in Monday's 115-109 win over Boston, shooting 7-for-17 from the field and 8-for-11 at the charity stripe. He struggled with his shot but went a solid 3-for-5 from three-point range. Ingram got going again after managing only 32 total points in his […]

Zach Eflin Healthy After Final Spring Tuneup

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin (back) allowed two runs, one earned, across five innings in Monday's start against the Blue Jays. More importantly, Eflin said he felt healthy after the game and is prepared to start the team's third game of the season against Atlanta. The 26-year-old righty changed his pitch-mix in 2020 which […]

Bam Adebayo Pulls Down Season-High 17 Rebounds

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo filled up the box score in Monday's win over the Knicks, though it was his effort on the glass that made headlines. Adebayo scored 20 points and pulled down a season-high 17 rebounds. The star big man added four assists, two blocks, and a steal in 37 minutes. Adebayo has […]

Zion Williamson Enjoys 28-Point Night Versus Boston

New Orleans Pelicans power forward Zion Williamson came through with 28 points on 11-for-22 shooting in Monday's win over Boston, adding eight rebounds, four steals and three assists in 31 minutes. Zion cooled off a little compared to his recent outings, but it was still yet another very strong performance from the star forward, who […]

Malcolm Brogdon Scores 26 Points With Eight Assists

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon scored 26 points with eight assists, five triples, and four rebounds in Monday's loss to the Wizards. Brogdon shot 47.1 percent from the field while making 5 of 10 threes and all five free throws- and didn't commit a single turnover in 33 minutes. Aside from two shaky shooting performances, […]

Roman Quinn, Adam Haseley Make Opening Day Roster For Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies outfielders Roman Quinn and Adam Haseley earned the last two roster spots for the Phillies, edging out Odubel Herrera and Scott Kingery in the competition for the starting center field job. Manager Joe Girardi, however, did not announce if Quinn or Haseley would start against the Braves on April 1. From a fantasy […]

DraftKings EuroLeague DFS Lineup Picks for 3/30/21 - Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We have the last two round week of the EuroLeague regular season upon us this week. That gives us the largest slate I've ever seen today with 14 of the 18 teams in the league in action. Mike James got in a shouting match with his coach during the domestic league game on Saturday, so […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Leads Minnesota With 31 Points

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns scored a team-high 31 points in Monday's narrow loss to Brooklyn, shooting 13-for-22 from the field and 4-for-8 from outside. Anthony Edwards hit some big shots near the end and supported him with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Towns added 12 rebounds with five assists and three blocks in 39 […]

Domantas Sabonis Records Huge Double-Double In Losing Effort

Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis picked up his third straight double-double in a close loss to the Wizards on Monday. Sabonis poured in 35 points with 11 boards, six assists, two steals, and a triple in 37 minutes of action. The 24-year-old big man was very efficient, shooting 12-for-19 from the field. Sabonis has been […]

Kyrie Irving Notches 27 Points In Monday's Win

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving shot a solid 11-for-22 from the floor en route to 27 points in Monday's victory over Minnesota. He also grabbed seven rebounds and handed out three assists, while picking up three steals and one block with zero turnovers in 33 minutes. Kyrie's threes aren't falling lately and he was […]

Odubel Herrera Starting Season At Alternate Training Site

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Odubel Herrera did not make the team's Opening Day roster and will begin the season at the alternate training site. Herrera had been competing with Roman Quinn and Adam Haseley for the starting center field job. The 29-year-old missed the 2020 season as a result of a domestic violence suspension. Herrera would […]

James Harden Just Misses Another 40-Point Triple-Double

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden was very close to a 40-point triple-double in Monday's win over Minnesota, finishing with 38 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds. He shot 11-for-25 from the field, including 4-for-8 from three-point range, and 12-for-13 at the foul line. The Beard also put in some work on the defensive end with […]

Ka'ai Tom Makes Opening Day Roster For A's

Oakland Athletics outfielder Ka'ai Tom made the team's Opening Day roster, according to MLB.com. Tom was a Rule 5 pick last December after spending five years in the Cleveland farm system; his first appearance this season will be his MLB debut. The 26-year-old will serve as the fourth-outfielder behind Mark Canha, Ramon Laureano, and Stephen […]

Russell Westbrook Makes History With Monster Line

Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook had a historic night in a 132-124 win over the Pacers on Monday. Westbrook scored 35 points with 21 assists and 14 rebounds- his 16th triple-double in a Wizards uniform- the most in franchise history. The 32-year-old added four triples, two steals, and a block in 39 minutes. With Bradley […]

Daniel Hudson Could See High-Leverage Innings

Washington Nationals pitcher Daniel Hudson could see his fair share of high-leverage situations in 2021, although Brad Hand is the expected closer. The veteran right-hander has had a rough spring with an 11.12 ERA through six appearances but his K-BB of 5-1 in 5.2 innings gives some hope. Hudson's biggest issue has been the homers […]

Malik Monk Probable For Tuesday

Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk (foot) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. He sat out of Sunday's contest due to a minor foot issue. It sounds like he'll be back in action here, but fantasy managers will have a better idea after shootaround. His return will mean less minutes for […]

Rafael Montero Bombed In Final Spring Outing

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Rafael Montero allowed four runs in 2/3 of an inning Monday, marking a difficult end to his Cactus League season. Before Monday, Montero hadn't allowed a run in five consecutive appearances. Montero finishes with a 7.04 ERA and 1.30 WHIP over eight innings. Without any obvious challengers for the closer role, […]

Vince Velasquez To Start Season In The Bullpen

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Vince Velasquez seems ticketed for the bullpen to start the 2021 season, according to NBC Sports Philadelphia. Velasquez had been competing with Matt Moore and Chase Anderson who will start the season in the starting rotation. Velasquez has high upside in fantasy when he does start thanks to a swinging-strike rate that's […]

Chris Flexen Finishes Spring Strong

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Chris Flexen threw three strong innings in his last Cactus League outing, allowing only two hits against the Cincinnati Reds. Flexen struck out three batters, and finishes his spring with a 5.06 ERA and 17 strikeouts in 16 1/3 innings. However, if you exclude one disastrous three-inning appearance against the Angels, […]

De'Andre Hunter Questionable For Tuesday's Contest

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He wasn't on the injury report earlier in the day, so it's possible that his knee flared up on him. Fantasy managers will likely have to wait until after shootaround on Tuesday for more information. Hunter hasn't held […]

Kyle Garlick Makes Opening Day Roster

Minnesota Twins outfielder Kyle Garlick has made the team's Opening Day roster. Considered a longshot when the Twins opened camp, Garlick proceeded to swing a hot bat in Grapefruit League action, with 11 hits, five home runs, and 13 RBI in 16 games. The 29-year-old has played just 42 games at the big-league level with […]

Ty France Reaches Base Three Times

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Ty France reached base three times Monday, twice by walk and once by hit-by-pitch. France has had a breakout spring training, slashing .327/.421/.714. He's always had a strong hit tool, but his patience at the plate is an asset as well, especially in OBP and points leagues. France is a popular […]

Sam Haggerty Steals Seventh Spring Base

Seattle Mariners utility man Sam Haggerty has found ways to contribute all spring, and that continued Monday. Against the Cincinnati Reds, Haggerty went 2-for-2 with a double and two RBI and stole his seventh base of the spring. Those seven steals lead the league, and he's accomplished that number in only 46 at-bats. With Kyle […]

Brad Miller Doubles In Spring Training Game Monday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman/outfielder Brad Miller had an RBI double and scored a run in Spring Training action on Monday. Miller (oblique) was playing in his second Grapefruit League game as he seems to be on track for Opening Day. Miller is a key piece for the Phillies as a left-handed bat off the bench, […]

Daniel Gafford Exits Early On Monday

Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford (ankle) was forced to exit early during Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. He was going up for a rebound and came down on Pacers' guard Edmond Sumner's foot and tweaked his ankle. It didn't look pretty and Gafford will surely have an MRI soon. He finished the game with […]

Jacob Markstrom Takes Crease Versus Jets

Calgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom will look to put his current three-game losing streak to bed as his team squares off against the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night. The 31-year-old is looking to close out a three-game set versus the Jets and avenge Friday's loss in which he allowed three goals on 29 shots against. […]