Lauri Markkanen Trends Toward Return For Friday

Chicago Bulls power forward Lauri Markkanen is progressing toward a return to action for Friday's game versus the Thunder, per head coach Billy Donovan. Markkanen has missed each of the team's previous seven contests under the league's COVID-19 protocols, which may mean that he could see his minutes limited when he does make his return. With […]

Jacob Markstrom Between Pipes Thursday

Calgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom will start Thursday's season opener against the Winnipeg Jets. The 30-year-old posted a 23-16-4 record with the Canucks last season to go along with a .918 save percentage. Markstrom is expected to be a workhorse for the Flames, which gives him high upside in fantasy formats that track saves as […]

Collin Sexton, Darius Garland To Miss Friday’s Game

Cleveland Cavaliers point guards Collin Sexton (ankle) and Darius Garland (shoulder) have both been ruled out for Friday's contest versus the Knicks more than 24 hours prior to tip-off due to respective injuries. Garland's absence will mark his seventh straight game on the sidelines, while Sexton is missing his fifth consecutive outing. Damyean Dotson figures […]

Memphis Lists Ja Morant As Questionable To Return Friday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant's (ankle) return to action could come as soon as Friday versus Minnesota, as the team has listed him as questionable on its latest injury report. Morant was originally expected to miss 4-6 weeks after sustaining a serious ankle sprain back on Dec. 28, but he appears to have healed […]

Brad Marchand Good To Go For Thursday

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand took part in warmups ahead of Thursday's game against the New Jersey Devils. He will play on the team's top line with Patrice Bergeron and Jack Studnicka for the contest. Marchand was a game-time decision, but all systems are go for the 32-year-old. All fantasy managers need to ensure […]

Jaylen Brown Earns Questionable Tag For Friday’s Game

Boston Celtics shooting guard/small forward Jaylen Brown has been bumped up to questionable on the team's injury report for Friday's contest versus Orlando. With the Celtics having had their last three games wiped off the slate under the league's COVID-19 protocols, the contest itself can almost be seen as questionable. Prior to the break in Boston's […]

Zion Williamson Gets Green Light To Return For Friday

New Orleans Pelicans power forward/center Zion Williamson has been given the thumbs up to rejoin his squad following a one-game absence surrounding an inconclusive COVID-19 test. Williamson is tagged as probable, but considering there was no injury concern heading into Wednesday, he's likely set for a full minutes allotment against the Lakers on Friday during a […]

Andre Drummond Likely To Return For Friday’s Contest

Cleveland Cavaliers center Andre Drummond (Achilles) has been bumped up to probable on the team's injury report for Friday's game versus the Knicks. Drummond missed the team's most recent outing despite warming up prior to the contest. Having notched a double-double in each of his first 11 games, Drummond is as matchup-proof of a fantasy […]

Pacers-Suns Contest Set For Saturday Postponed

The Indiana Pacers and Phoenix Suns will not be taking the court for Saturday's game due to the league's health and safety protocols, including contact tracing within the Suns' roster. The cancellation marks the third straight contest wiped from the slate for Phoenix, whose players will not suit up for the remainder of the week. […]

Alex Len Will Miss Thursday’s Contest

Toronto Raptors center Alex Len (personal) has been listed as unavailable for Thursday's game versus Charlotte due to personal reasons. Despite having started each of the past two contests that he has appeared in, Len saw a combined 15 minutes in those outings, heavily capping his fantasy intrigue. Over his last four games, Len has […]

Daily NBA Injury Roundup for January 14th, 2021

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily NBA injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy basketball (DFS) lineups, every day of the NBA season. Below is our updated list of injured NBA players for January 14th, 2021. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

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 […]