Malik Beasley, Ricky Rubio Listed As Doubtful Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Malik Beasley (hamstring) and guard Ricky Rubio (back) have been listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the 76ers. Rubio missed Friday's game as he continues to deal with back spasms, while Beasley could be a candidate for rest on the second half of his team's back-to-back. If both guys are out, […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/3/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We are not too far removed from the trade deadline, a time of the year where the landscape of the league changes as clubs make a push toward the postseason. On Thursday evening, we saw an impressive debut from LaMarcus Aldridge, who finished with nearly a double-double against the Hornets. Andre Drummond also played his […]

DraftKings CBB DFS Lineup Picks for 4/3/21 - Daily Fantasy College Basketball Advice

The chaos of the NCAA Basketball tournament is over. Well, almost. UCLA crashed the Final Four party. This is the last time we have a classic college basketball slate on DraftKings. I'll still have a showdown writeup for Monday's championship game before I sign off for the college basketball season. There's still some money to […]

Paul George Questionable, Rajon Rondo Probable For Sunday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (toe) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Lakers. Guard Rajon Rondo (groin) will make his debut for his new team against his former employer. George was able to suit up in Thursday's game, with head coach Ty Lue saying that his toe injury is "a […]

Kevin Durant Expected To Return This Week

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (hamstring) is expected to make his return to action at some point this week. The team was targeting a late-March/ early-April return for Durant- this would be right in line with his timeline. Head coach Steve Nash said that he wouldn't go as far to list his star forward as […]

Terrence Ross, Otto Porter Jr. Listed As Questionable Against Utah

Orlando Magic forward Otto Porter Jr. (foot) is considered questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz. Guard Terrence Ross (ankle) is also questionable. Porter is dealing with a left foot sprain, which has yet to sideline him. If the veteran forward has to take a seat on Saturday, Chuma Okeke, Dwayne Bacon, and James Ennis […]

Nathan MacKinnon Nets Two Goals In Win For Colorado

Colorado Avalanche centerman Nathan MacKinnon's two goals helped lead the Avalanche to a 3-2 win over St. Louis on Friday. MacKinnon recorded his 11th and 12th marker of the season. The 25-year-old continues to roll with two goals and five assists in his last five contests. Through the 32 Avalanche games that he has played […]

RJ Barrett Upgraded To Probable Saturday

New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Saturday's contest against the Pistons. Barrett was originally listed as questionable, but Saturday's injury report gives him a more positive outlook ahead of the game against Detroit. Barrett has struggled with his efficiency lately, though he had 21 points in each of […]

Kristaps Porzingis Out, Maxi Kleber Questionable Against Wizards

Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Wizards. Forward Maxi Kleber (leg) is listed as questionable for the contest. It's the second half of a back-to-back, so Porzingis is being rested as part of the team's load management strategy. Kleber is dealing with a left leg contusion- though he […]

Connor McDavid Produces Important Goal For Edmonton

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid tallied the deciding goal as his team defeated Calgary 3-2 in the battle of Alberta. The 24-year-old is having a spectacular 2021 campaign with 22 goals and 42 helpers in 38 Oilers contests. McDavid now has seven-game winning markers to go along with 141 shots on goal. He centers Edmonton's […]

Killian Hayes Set To Return Saturday

Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (hip) is poised to play in Saturday's game against the Knicks. Hayes was left off of Friday's injury report, a good sign for the 19-year-old rookie who has missed 41 games since last playing in January. Hayes was cleared for basketball activities on March 16. His return could cut into […]

Donovan Solano Collects Three Hits Friday

San Francisco Giants second baseman Donovan Solano picked up right where he left off in 2020 in Friday's 6-3 win over the Mariners. Solano went 3-for-5 with two singles, a double, a strikeout, and two RBI. The 33-year-old proved he could hit for average in 2020, earning the Silver Slugger award with a .326/.365/.463 slash […]

Jake McGee Earns First Save Of Season Friday

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Jake McGee shut the door in his first save opportunity of the season Friday against the Mariners. McGee came on to pitch the ninth inning up by three and pitched a 1-2-3 inning with two strikeouts. The veteran had a great 2020 season out of the bullpen for the Dodgers […]

Jack Campbell Backstops Toronto To Victory On Friday

Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Jack Campbell made 31 saves to defeat Winnipeg 2-1 in a shootout. Campbell is yet to lose a game in 2021, posting an 8-0-0 record with a 1.35 goals-against average and a .951 save percentage. He battled an injury earlier in the season, but he has been rock solid for the […]

Johnny Cueto Takes No-Decision Friday

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Johnny Cueto turned in a decent first start of the season in Friday's 6-3 win over the Mariners. The veteran pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing three runs on six hits and three walks with seven strikeouts. Once a fantasy stud, Cueto has failed to post an ERA below 5.00 since […]

Evan Longoria Hits Two-Run Home Run Friday

San Francisco Giants third baseman Evan Longoria had another strong day at the plate in Friday's 6-3 win over the Mariners, going 2-for-3 with a single, a two-run home run, a walk, a strikeout, and three RBI. Longo took Yusei Kikuchi deep in the sixth inning for his second HR of the season. The veteran […]

Eduardo Rodriguez Throws Simulated Game Friday

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (arm) threw a four-inning simulated game on Friday. Rodriguez said he felt fine physically coming out of the outing, though his velocity was down below his usual levels. It's worth noting that while the 27-year-old is dealing with a "dead arm"- the temperatures on Friday were very cool- […]

Christian Vazquez Not In Saturday's Lineup

Boston Red Sox catcher Christian Vazquez is not in Saturday's lineup against the Orioles. Vazquez went 0-for-2 with a walk on Opening Day but will get his first rest day of the 2021 season in his team's second game. Reserve backstop Kevin Plawecki will draw the start behind the plate and bat ninth against right-hander […]

Nick Ahmed Likely Headed To Injured List

Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (knee) seems headed towards an injured list stint as he continues to deal with patellar tendonitis in his right knee. Ahmed hasn't played in a game since March 24- and the recent call-up of highly regarded prospect Geraldo Perdomo seems to point towards an absence for the former. It doesn't […]

NBA DFS Cheat Sheet & Expert Lineups for 4/3/21 (Premium Content)

NBA DFS Premium Cheat Sheet for 4/3 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard CORE PLAYS MARKED IN GREEN ABOVE   Best of the Rest:  Studs: Lillard, Mitchell, Gobert Value: Milton, Hartenstein, Nurkic, Finney-Smith Top Teams To Target: Bucks, 76ers, Mavericks, Thunder, Kings   *updated 11:30 am CT Game of the Day Milwaukee Bucks (-6.5) […]

Hunter Dozier Still Dealing With Swelling On Thumb

Kansas City Royals third baseman Hunter Dozier (thumb) is out on Saturday against the Rangers. Dozier is still dealing with swelling on his right thumb after suffering a bruise while swinging on Opening Day. As of right now, the 29-year-old is still considered day-to-day, with the Royals feeling optimistic that he'll be able to return […]

Kohei Arihara To Make First MLB Start Versus Royals

Texas Rangers pitcher Kohei Arihara is making his first MLB start today against the Kansas City Royals. The Japanese import will look to quiet the Kansas City bats after the club smashed three home runs, banged out 15 hits, and scored 14 runs against Rangers pitching on opening day. Arihara pitched six seasons with the […]

Victor Reyes Out Of Saturday's Lineup

Detroit Tigers outfielder Victor Reyes is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Indians. Reyes struck out twice and scored a run on Opening Day- but finds himself on the bench in favor of right-fielder Nomar Mazara in the second game of the season. Miguel Cabrera will slot into the designated hitter role, […]

Teoscar Hernandez Hitting Cleanup Again

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is in the cleanup slot again for the second game of the season. Hernandez went 3-for-4 with a home run on Thursday. He drove in just one run against the Yankees' pitching staff in part because the No. 1-3 hitters went 0-for-14 with seven strikeouts. The 2020 season was […]

Hunter Renfroe Sitting On Saturday

Boston Red Sox outfielder Hunter Renfroe will be on the bench on Saturday against the Orioles. Renfroe was in the lineup for Friday's game against southpaw John Means, but is taking a seat against right-hander Matt Harvey, so this seems to be a platoon with Franchy Cordero. It's certainly not ideal for fantasy managers- though […]

Willson Contreras Batting Leadoff Against Pirates

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras is set to bat leadoff on Saturday against Pirates' left-hander Tyler Anderson. The Cubs seemed to want Contreras at the top of their lineup, with talk of him in the two-hole, though leadoff is a new thing for the veteran backstop, who has batted just six times at the very […]

Spin Rate Studs to Watch Closely in 2021

On August 16, 1920 in the fifth inning of a game against the Cleveland Indians, Yankees right-hander Carl Mays wound up and delivered an unusually moist fastball in his signature submarine delivery. The batter, Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman, lost the errant spitball in the twilight sun and was struck in the head by the pitch. […]

Ian Happ Not In Saturday's Lineup

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ is not in the lineup Saturday against the Pirates. Happ went 0-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout on Opening Day and will get his first rest day of the season, with Jake Marisnick entering the lineup in his place. Catcher Willson Contreras is slated to bat leadoff with Happ […]

Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the April 3rd edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox. Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss topics […]