James Harden Trade Reaction and Fantasy Basketball Impacts

Host Kev Mahserejian (@RotoSurgeon) discusses the James Harden trade and fantasy basketball impacts for Harden and various other NBA players including Victor Oladipo, Caris Levert, Jarrett Allen, Taurean Prince. Their fantasy basketball values may be increasing or decreasing for season-long leagues and DFS contests. Like and subscribe to the RotoBaller channel on Youtube to get […]

Matt Brown Could Go Out On A High Note

At 40 years old, Matt Brown (22-17) has made statements recently hinting that his matchup with Carlos Condit could be his swan song. Brown has been part of the UFC since 2008, when he was apart of the Ultimate Fighter Season 7 cast. Though he never won a championship, you will be hard-pressed to find […]

Carlos Condit Looks To Showcase His Popularity

Carlos Condit (31-13) is a veteran of the UFC since 2009 and has been a member of the purchased WEC organization since 2007. With that said, Condit's staying power is based largely on his fan-favorite style of fighting. Twenty eight of his 31 career professional wins have come by finish. There are no other unranked […]

Corey Kluber Could Find A Team By This Weekend

The bidding for free-agent starting pitcher Corey Kluber is moving quickly and will likely reach a conclusion by this weekend. The two-time Cy Young winner impressed scouts from 25 different teams on Wednesday during a throwing session, causing interested teams to move more quickly on the right-hander. Kluber is returning from a torn right teres […]

Yadier Molina Could Retire

Free-agent catcher Yadier Molina remains unsigned with around a month remaining before pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report to spring training. The 38-year-old would prefer to return to the St. Louis Cardinals for two more years, and the team has mutual interest in bringing him back, but Molina said that he will consider retirement […]

Mets Sign Jose Martinez To Split Contract

The New York Mets signed veteran Jose Martinez to a split contract on Thursday to give them more right-handed bench depth. Martinez will make $1 million, with another $500,00 in incentives if he makes the major league roster or $225,000 in incentives if he's in the minors, according to a source. He hit .298 with […]

A's Acquire Reliever Nik Turley

The Oakland Athletics acquired left-hander Nik Turley from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday in exchange for $60,000. Turley was 0-3 with a 4.98 ERA and one save in 25 relief appearances -- the most of any major league rookie in 2020 -- for the Pirates in 21 2/3 innings in the shortened season. The 31-year-old […]

Mackenzie Blackwood Tending Twine Against Bruins

New Jersey Devils goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood will be between the pipes for Thursday's game against the Boston Bruins. The 24-year-old is expected to be a workhorse for the Devils now that Corey Crawford has retired. It would appear that Blackwood is up to the task, as he posted a 22-14-8 record last season on a […]

Panthers Expected To Hire Scott Fitterer As Next GM

The Carolina Panthers are expected to hire Seattle Seahawks vice president of football operations Scott Fitterer as their new general manager, according to sources. Fitterer was a late addition to the interview process but made a quick impression on the Carolina decision-makers. He was one of 15 candidates to interview for the position when the […]

Mika Zibanejad Ready To Go For Season Opener

New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad is ready to rock for Thursday's season opener against the New York Islanders. Zibanejad tested positive for COVID-19 earlier in training camp but returned to practice this week. This is great news for fantasy managers, as the 27-year-old broke out in a big way last year, scoring 41 goals […]

Mac Jones, Jaylen Waddle Declare For NFL Draft

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones, wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, cornerback Patrick Surtain II and defensive end Christian Barmore announced on Thursday their intentions to forego their remaining collegiate eligibility and enter the 2021 NFL draft. Jones led the Crimson Tide to an undefeated season (13-0) while setting new single-season marks at Alabama in passing yards (4,500) […]

Melvin Gordon III Pleads Not Guilty In DUI Case

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon III pleaded not guilty in his DUI case on Thursday. His next hearing is scheduled for Feb. 24, with a potential jury trial on April 8 if the case isn't resolved before then. Gordon could still face league discipline in 2021 after being arrested on Oct. 3 in downtown […]

Jonathan Toews Placed On Injured Reserve

Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (undisclosed) was placed on the long-term Injured Reserve on Thursday afternoon. It remains unclear when Toews will return to the lineup, but at the very least, this means he's going to miss the first 10 games. We still do not know exactly what is ailing Toews, so it is hard […]

Gordon Hayward Expected To Play Versus Raptors

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hip) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He is dealing with a left hip strain, but it sounds like he'll suit up for this game. Miles Bridges and Caleb Martin would see addition playing time if Hayward were to exit early in this matchup. Fantasy […]

Ilya Samsonov In Net For Season Opener

Washington Capitals goaltender Ilya Samsonov will start Thursday's game against the Buffalo Sabres. The 23-year-old is the future of the Capitals crease, and will probably see even more work after Henrik Lundqvist (heart) opted out of the season. Samsonov posted a 16-6-2 record last year to go along with a .913 save percentage. He is […]

DeMar DeRozan Available On Thursday

San Antonio Spurs forward DeMar DeRozan (personal) is available for Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets. DeRozan had missed each of the last two games due to personal reasons. He is expected to see his normal workload in this game. Trey Lyles and Lonnie Walker IV will see their fantasy value take a significant hit […]

Daniel Theis Listed As Questionable For Friday

Boston Celtics center Daniel Theis is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks due to COVID-19. Theis has been able to hold decent fantasy value with Tristan Thompson sidelined. However, Thompson is back in the rotation, so that means Theis will see his value take a significant hit. Tacko Fall will be the […]

Colts GM Thinks Philip Rivers Can Still Play

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard thinks that impending free-agent quarterback Philip Rivers can still play in the NFL, but the team must decide if bringing the 39-year-old back for another season is the right course for the franchise. If Rivers does decide to come back for another year, he only wants to play for […]

Kemba Walker Practices Thursday

Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker (knee) was a full participant for Thursday's practice, according to head coach Brad Stevens. "He's put in a ton of work. He went full-go today for an hour with us," said Stevens. Walker will not play in Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks, but at least he's finally trending in […]

Eric Gordon Listed As Out For Thursday

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (leg) is listed as out for Thursday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. The team was hopeful that Gordon would be able to get out there for this one, but sadly he'll remain sidelined. The James Harden trade has made Houston even more shorthanded for this game. Ben McLemore and […]

Brad Marchand A Game-Time Decision Thursday Night

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand is a game-time decision for Thursday's tilt against the New Jersey Devils. The consensus is that Marchand will suit up, but it is a situation to monitor before puck drop. Fantasy managers are hoping the 32-year-old is ready, as he remains one of the game's top scorers. Even with […]

Goga Bitadze Doubtful Against Blazers

Indiana Pacers center Goga Bitadze (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. During the preseason, he suffered a Grade 2 sprain of his right ankle. Bitadze has not played in a game this season, but the fact he is doubtful is better than nothing. However, it's unlikely he gets […]

Otto Porter Might Be Available On Friday

Chicago Bulls forward Otto Porter (back) is hopefully going to be ready for Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to head coach Billy Donovan. He played just six minutes during last Friday's game before exiting with back spasms. Porter has not been able to suit up since then, but it sounds like the […]

Tomas Satoransky Remains Sidelined From Practice

Chicago Bulls guard Tomas Satoransky has still yet to return to practice due to COVID-19, which means it's highly unlikely that he plays on Friday. Satoransky and Chandler Hutchison are the only two Bulls who have yet to be cleared to practice. Denzel Valentine and Garrett Temple will continue seeing more playing time until Satoransky and […]

Joonas Korpisalo Facing Predators On Thursday

Columbus Blue Jackets netminder Joonas Korpisalo will guard the crease on Thursday night against the Nashville Predators. Korpisalo was spectacular throughout the playoff bubble for the Jackets, compiling a 1.90 goals-against average and .941 save percentage across nine starts. He will face a Predators squad that ranked 16th in goals per game last year and […]

Reggie Bullock Could Miss Friday's Game

New York Knicks guard Reggie Bullock (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks have been struggling on offense with Bullock and Alec Burks (ankle) sidelined. RJ Barrett and Austin Rivers have been forced into more playing time lately. Rivers is the better fantasy option between the two. Bullock […]

Alec Burks Doubtful For Friday

New York Knicks guard Alec Burks (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He has been sidelined since late December and it sounds like he'll miss at least one more game. RJ Barrett and Austin Rivers will benefit the most, assuming Burks remains sidelined. Rivers is a little bit more […]

Petr Mrazek Starting Thursday Against Detroit

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Petr Mrazek will start the team's opener against the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night. The 28-year-old compiled a 21-16-2 record last season to go along with a 2.69 goals-against average. Mrazek is a viable season-long fantasy goaltender, but especially enticing in DFS contests on Thursday. The Red Wings had the worst […]

John Wolford Ruled Out, Jared Goff To Start Saturday

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has ruled quarterback John Wolford (neck) out for the Divisional Round game against the Packers on Saturday. Wolford hasn't practiced this week after suffering a stinger in the wild-card game against the Seahawks and having to be taken to the hospital. Jared Goff (thumb) will make the start […]