Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Faces Extended Absence

Oklahoma City Thunder point/shooting guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (foot) is on track to miss multiple games due to a plantar fasciitis issue in his right foot. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault was reluctant to refer to the injury as a long-term issue Wednesday, but he did say that it was more serious than a day-to-day ordeal. […]

Mohamed Bamba, Chasson Randle Available To Play Wednesday

Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba (toe) and guard Chasson Randle (groin) are available to play for Wednesday's game against the Suns. Bamba missed two games and Randle one, though the Magic will have some added depth in the front and backcourt when they take on one of the league's best teams in both departments in […]

Liam Hendriks Dealing With Kidney Stones

Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks (kidney stones) will look to make another appearance this weekend after missing the last week of action while dealing with kidney stones, reports Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. Manager Tony La Russa said that the team is hopeful Hendriks will be able to get two or three […]

Victor Oladipo Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest

Houston Rockets point/shooting guard Victor Oladipo (personal) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Charlotte due to personal reasons. While the Rockets have traditionally held Oladipo out for at least one leg of back-to-backs since his acquisition, Wednesday does not fit that bill. Oladipo's absence figures to open the Rockets' wing depth up for […]

OG Anunoby Will Suit Up Wednesday

Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (rest) will suit up on Wednesday against the Nuggets. Anunoby was rested on Monday though he'll be back out there as expected. The 23-year-old looked great in two games since returning from the health and safety protocols, averaging 16 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 steals, 2.5 triples, and 1.0 blocks per […]

Tejay Antone "Most Likely" Will Start 2021 In Bullpen

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Tejay Antone will "most likely" be used as a reliever to open the season, reports Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer. Antone has not pitched in a game since March 17, as he dealt with hip and groin injuries. He appears on track though to be ready for the start of the […]

Malcolm Brogdon, Myles Turner Available To Play Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard Malcolm Brogdon (back) and center Myles Turner (ankle) are available to play on Wednesday against the Pistons. Both players missed Monday's contest- a Pacers loss- so they'll be welcomed back into the rotation. There's no word that they'll have their minutes limited, so fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that both […]

Terrence Ross Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Contest

Orlando Magic shooting guard/small forward Terrence Ross (knee) will miss Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to continued right knee soreness. Ross has now been out of the mix for each of Orlando's last four contests, allowing Dwayne Bacon to take on an increased role within the second unit. When healthy, Ross has had a perpetual […]

Joey Lucchesi Looks To Have Secured Spot In Rotation

New York Mets pitcher Joey Lucchesi looks like he has secured a spot in the Mets' rotation following the demotions of Corey Oswalt and Jordan Yamamoto on Wednesday, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports. Lucchesi has looked solid in camp this spring, allowing three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out 11 in 8 […]

Boston Clears Jayson Tatum To Return For Wednesday’s Game

Boston Celtics small/power forward Jayson Tatum (illness) has been given the green light to get back into action Wednesday against Milwaukee following a one-game absence due to an illness. With Tatum returning, Semi Ojeleye is expected to return to the bench, zapping him of any DFS intrigue. Tatum dropped 30 points on 12-for-28 shooting in […]

Cavan Biggio Is Day-To-Day With Jammed Finger

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio (finger) appears to have avoided significant injury and is listed as day-to-day with a jammed pinky finger, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. McGrath reports that the finger was tested and x-rayed and there were no signs of major injury. After several negative injury updates on Tuesday, […]

Mohamed Bamba Questionable Wednesday Against Suns

Orlando Magic center Mohamed Bamba (toe) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Suns. Bamba has missed the past two games with the toe ailment, though it's largely resulted in even more usage for All-Star center Nikola Vucevic. If Bamba is out once again- backup centers Khem Birch and Chuma Okeke could see added run, […]

Blake Griffin Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest

Brooklyn Nets power forward/center Blake Griffin (knee, rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game versus the Jazz, the second leg of the team's back-to-back. Griffin was rarely utilized in both ends of back-to-back settings during his tenure with the Pistons this season, so the decision to rest him doesn't come as a surprise. Jeff […]

Monte Morris Remains Sidelined Wednesday

Denver Nuggets point/shooting guard Monte Morris (quad) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors as he continues to battle a strained left quad. Morris will have now missed seven consecutive contests due to the ailment, with the Nuggets having been mum on when a return may occur. Denver has opted to start […]

Daulton Varsho Optioned To Triple-A Wednesday

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher/outfielder Daulton Varsho was optioned to Triple-A on Wednesday, according to Zach Buchanan of The Athletic. After struggling in his rookie campaign last year with a .188 average and .653 OPS in 37 games, Varsho looked worse in Spring Training with a .136 average and .469 OPS in 17 games. He managed to […]

Garrett Temple Set To Return For Wednesday’s Game

Chicago Bulls shooting guard/small forward Garrett Temple (ankle) is not listed on the team's latest injury report, an indication that he will return to action Wednesday versus Cleveland. Temple has missed the team's last six games due to an ankle injury, with his return likely to aid the Bulls in terms of wing depth. Having […]

Chasson Randle Earns Questionable Tag For Wednesday

Orlando Magic point/shooting guard Chasson Randle (groin) has picked up a questionable designation for Wednesday's contest against the Suns due to a strained left groin that held him out of action Tuesday. Without Randle in the mix, Michael Carter-Williams handled the vast majority of PG duties with the team opting not to use a true […]

Collin Sexton Will Miss Wednesday’s Contest

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Collin Sexton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Chicago due to a sore right hamstring. The absence will mark Sexton's first contest on the sidelines since Jan. 15, with Darius Garland likely to take on increased backcourt duties in his absence. Dylan Windler and Quinn Cook also stand […]

49ers Re-Sign Jordan Willis

The San Francisco 49ers re-signed defensive lineman Jordan Willis to an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. Willis was acquired in a trade from the New York Jets in October of last year. He appeared in seven games for the Niners last year and had 13 tackles and 2.5 sacks. Willis was drafted in the third […]

Jacob Markstrom Between The Pipes Against Ottawa

Calgary Flames netminder Jacob Markstrom puts his 12-9-2 record on the line on Wednesday against Ottawa. Going into Wednesday's game, the Flames goalie has posted a 2.87 goals-against-average and a .903 save percentage. He is 0-1-1 versus Ottawa this year, allowing five goals on 45 shots. In his last five starts, Markstrom is 3-2-0. The […]

Patriots Bringing Lawrence Guy Back

The New England Patriots and defensive tackle Lawrence Guy are working on finalizing an undisclosed four-year deal on Wednesday, according to sources. The nine-year veteran will return to the Patriots in 2021 and beyond. Guy made a visit to the division-rival Miami Dolphins a couple days ago, but the Patriots gave him one last chance […]

Jordan Hicks Throws A Scoreless Ninth Inning On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks threw a scoreless ninth inning in Wednesday's Grapefruit League win over the New York Mets, earning his first save of the spring. Hicks walked one but did not allow a hit, inducing two ground outs and throwing 17 pitches in his inning of work. The Cardinals will likely […]

Melvin Ingram Concludes Chiefs Visit Without Deal

The Kansas City Chiefs visited with free-agent linebacker Melvin Ingram, but the visit concluded on Wednesday without a deal. Ingram spent his entire nine-year career with the Los Angeles Chargers before becoming a free agent this offseason. The former 18th overall pick in 2012 produced 49 total sacks in his time with the Chargers, but […]

Carlos Martinez Throws Six Strong Innings On Wednesday

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Carlos Martinez was excellent in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the New York Mets. Martinez started and went six scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and two walks while striking out five. It was a very encouraging start for Martinez, who had been struggling throughout most of the spring. The […]

Cam Talbot Expected To Start On Wednesday

Edmonton Oilers Cam Talbot will make his 14th appearance between the pipes on Wednesday against Anaheim. Talbot's last start resulted in a loss to Arizona on March 6th. Arizona was able to sneak four goals behind Talbot on 30 shots. The Ontario native has posted a record of 7-5-1, a 2.54 goals-against-average, and a save […]

Jets Defense Adds Vinny Curry

The New York Jets signed free-agent defensive end Vinny Curry to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Curry will add veteran depth to a defensive line that was already one of the team's strengths before free agency began. Gang Green also added edge rusher Carl Lawson and versatile big man Sheldon Rankins. Curry, 33 in June, […]

Jets Reach Deal With Tevin Coleman

The New York Jets signed veteran free-agent running back Tevin Coleman to a one-year deal worth up to $20 million on Wednesday, according to a source. The former San Francisco 49ers running back will reunite with head coach Robert Saleh, who was previously the defensive coordinator in San Francisco. Coleman will complement La'Mical Perine, who […]

Pirates Make Extension Offer To Ke'Bryan Hayes

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a contract-extension offer to young third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes, but there has been no traction. Hayes posted a 1.124 OPS last year and has a 1.259 OPS so far this spring. The third base prospect has perennial All-Star ability at the hot corner, but early deals for top prospects are becoming […]

Lance McCullers Jr. Signs Five-Year Extension

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. will sign a five-year, $85 million contract extension, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. McCullers Jr. has been deep in extension talks with the Astros for the past few weeks and it appears the deal is done. The 27-year-old returned to the mound last season after missing all of 2019 […]

Steven Matz Has Been "Lights Out"

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Steven Matz has been "lights out" in spring training. Matz had a disappointing 2020 season with the Mets and was traded to Toronto in the offseason. The left-hander threw five innings of one-run ball against the Philadelphia Phillies last Saturday and has made a case for a rotation spot to […]