JaMychal Green In The Starting Lineup Friday

Denver Nuggets forward JaMychal Green (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for his team's contest against the Cavaliers Friday. It's unclear when Green suffered the injury, though it doesn't appear to be a serious shoulder strain, as he looked good in Wednesday's game. The veteran forward has played at least 29 minutes in each of […]

Dillon Brooks Questionable Against Pistons

Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks (thigh) is questionable to play against the Pistons on Friday. If he's unable to go, De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) would be a great pivot play against the Pistons' poor defense, as he has excellent per-36 numbers. Brooks had strung together a couple of strong shooting performances before struggling with efficiency on […]

Sekou Doumbouya Available Against Memphis

Detroit Pistons forward Sekou Doumbouya (concussion) is available to play Friday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Doumbouya was getting limited minutes with Detroit before missing the past three games with a concussion. However, Blake Griffin (trade rumors) is now sitting out which could lead to Doumbouya getting extra development. Doumbouya is still behind Jerami Grant and […]

Ben Simmons Won't Play On Friday

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (illness) is officially out on Friday against the Bulls. Updating a previous report, Simmons was listed as probable, though that seemed like a very optimistic outlook given that he couldn't participate in the team's shootaround. Philadelphia will be without his services for the second straight game as he continues to […]

De'Anthony Melton Expected To Play Friday

Memphis Grizzlies guard De'Anthony Melton (shoulder) is expected to play Friday against the Detroit Pistons. Melton has missed six straight games with a shoulder strain, but head coach Taylor Jenkins "expects Melton to be available to play" on Friday. That does not exactly confirm his return, but Melton should be in the lineup barring any […]

Jonathan Huberdeau Sneaking Into MVP Conversation

Florida Panthers forward Jonathan Huberdeau will look to solidify his case as a serious early season Hart Trophy candidate in a favorable matchup versus the Detroit Red Wings on Friday. The 27-year-old is fresh off an electric performance on Wednesday in which he delivered three points, including an overtime game-winner, in a win over the […]

NHL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings (2/19): Value Plays, Goalies, Stacks

Welcome, RotoBallers. Hockey season is back and I am thrilled to be covering this sport over at RotoBaller! As always, I will do my best to give you the stats and info you need to build the best lineups possible for your GPP and cash game NHL contests on DraftKings and FanDuel. If you are […]

DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (2/19/21): NBA DFS Lineups

It’s unclear if the Utah Jazz will be stopped anytime soon, with their rematch against the Clippers on Friday serving as one of many rematches of recent showdowns. Much in the ilk that it’s difficult to gauge individual player performance from game-to-game during a playoff series, it’s similarly hard during the regular season. Depending upon […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (2/19/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We've got a nine-game slate for Friday. The Raptors and Bucks are the only teams playing the second leg of a back-to-back. There are two games at 7:00 PM ET (GS@ORL and DEN@CLE), two games at 7:30 PM CHI@PHI and ATL@BOS), three games at 8:00 PM (OKC@MIL, DET@MEM, and PHO@NO), one game at 9:00 PM […]

Steven Adams Ruled Out Friday

New Orleans Pelicans center Steven Adams (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Suns. Adams played through a back injury on Wednesday but twisted his ankle during the contest, as he was unable to return. In his stead, Willy Hernangomez compiled 11 points and a season-high 17 rebounds in 29 minutes. While center Jaxson […]

Devonte' Graham Now Doubtful For Saturday

As an update to a previous report, Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham (knee) is now doubtful to play Saturday against the Golden State Warriors. Graham was questionable and had little hope to play, but this almost seals the deal of Graham missing the game. Malik Monk would be a good streamer for points and threes […]

Thomas Greiss Guards Cage Against Panthers

Detroit Red Wings goaltender Thomas Greiss will get the start in a Friday night contest versus the Florida Panthers. The 35-year-old, who hasn't allowed more than three goals in a single start this season, is looking for his second victory in 13 appearances in 2020-2021. Greiss actually hasn't been bad in his debut season in […]

Will Barton Available To Play Friday Night

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Will Barton (personal) is available to play Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Barton has missed the past three games due to personal reasons and was questionable coming into this contest, but he appears on track to play. Barton could come off the bench or push Michael Porter Jr. out of the […]

James Reimer Gets The Call Versus Chicago

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender James Reimer will take the crease as his team hosts the visiting Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night. The 32-year-old last started for the Canes on Monday while stopping 37 of 40 shots against in a 7-3 victory over the Blue Jackets. Filling in for injured starter Petr Mrazek, Reimer has managed to […]

Yankees Re-Sign Brett Gardner

New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner signed what is likely to be a one-year contract with the team on Friday. Gardner had played with the Yankees for his entire 13-year MLB career coming into 2021 and had always expressed a desire to return to the club for his 14th season, but the team's payroll and […]

Kevin Lankinen Starts For Hawks On Friday

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Kevin Lankinen will be in between the pipes as his team takes on the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday. The rookie netminder is coming off of a 29-save shutout versus the Red Wings on Wednesday and has won four of his past five starts. Overall, Lankinen carries a sparkling 2.29 goals-against average and […]

Ben Simmons Probable, Shake Milton To Miss Another Game

Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (illness) is probable to play on Friday while guard Shake Milton (ankle) is out. Simmons is technically listed as probable- though head coach Doc Rivers said that his status is still up in the air after he was unable to take part in the team's shootaround. While Milton is out […]

James Wiseman And Kevon Looney Out For Back-To-Back

Golden State Warriors centers James Wiseman (wrist) and Kevon Looney (ankle) are ruled out for both Friday against the Orlando Magic and Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets. Wiseman has been nearing his return this week and head coach Steve Kerr hinted he could return this weekend, but that will not be the case. As for […]

Harry Giles III Remains Out On Saturday

Portland Trail Blazers forward Harry Giles III (calf) will not play Saturday against the Washington Wizards. Giles was diagnosed with a calf strain which has a high chance of reaggravation so the Blazers are likely taking it slow given the amount of injuries they already have. Carmelo Anthony has been the next man up for […]

Victor Oladipo, P.J. Tucker Making Progress

Houston Rockets guard Victor Oladipo (foot) and forward P.J. Tucker (quad) both practiced in some capacity on Friday. Tucker was able to practice with the team while Oladipo did individual work on the side, so it sounds like the former is a bit closer to returning to game action. The Rockets had two home games […]

Devonte' Graham Listed As Questionable Saturday

Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte' Graham (knee) is questionable to play Saturday against the Golden State Warriors. Graham left last Saturday's game with the knee injury, but had games postponed so did not actually miss any playing time. However, Graham is in danger of missing this Saturday and would likely cede more minutes to starters Terry […]

Gordon Hayward Listed As Probable For Saturday's Game

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (back) is probable for Saturday's game against the Warriors. Hayward has only missed one game, as the Hornets have yet to play this week because of health and safety protocols. It would be wise for fantasy managers to be on the lookout for any updates during the team's shootaround, as […]

Draymond Green Expected To Play Friday

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green (ankle) is expected to play Friday against the Orlando Magic. Green was dealing with a sore right ankle and head coach Steve Kerr expects him to play on Friday, but will likely come down to a game-time decision after testing his ankle early. If Green is unable to go, […]

Jaylen Brown Will Play Friday

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (knee) will be available for Friday's rematch with the Hawks. Brown continues to deal with tendinitis in his right knee- and while general manager Danny Ainge recently said it was concerning, Boston has yet to reduce his workload or minutes. Brown shot just 30 percent from the field in Wednesday's […]

Pirates Talking To Todd Frazier

The Pittsburgh Pirates are talking to free-agent third baseman Todd Frazier about a minor league deal, but nothing is finalized yet. Frazier hit .236/.302/.382 with four home runs and 12 RBI in 45 games with the Rangers and Mets during the shortened 2020 season. In his last full season in 2019 with the Mets, the […]

Ian Happ Wins Arbitration Case

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ won his arbitration case against the team and will be paid $4.1 million this upcoming season. The Cubs had filed for $3.25 million, but after a strong season in 2020, Happ came out on top. The outfielder hit .258 with 12 home runs and 28 RBI this past season and […]

DeSean Jackson Will Be Released

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson announced that he will be released on his Instagram on Friday. Jackson was due $9 million in non-guaranteed salary for the 2021 season. The speedy yet oft-injured deep threat said that he still wants to play at the age of 34. Jackson's second stint with the Eagles was forgettable, […]

Dustin Brown Nets Another Goal On Thursday

Los Angeles Kings forward Dustin Brown and his teammates defeated the Arizona Coyotes in a shootout 3-2 on Thursday. Brown tallied his eighth goal of the season, coming in the first period to make it 1-0. He has eight goals and six assists in 15 games played. The Kings are heating up as they are […]

Nicklas Backstrom Extends Point Streak

Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom extended his point streak to five straight games as his team defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-1 on Thursday night. Backstrom scored in the first period making it 1-0 for Washington. The Swedish centerman is having an excellent season thus far with eight goals and 12 helpers in just 15 Capitals […]