Luguentz Dort Drops Career-High 26 Points During Defeat

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard/small forward Luguentz Dort had it all working offensively during Monday's loss to Utah, pouring in a career-best 26 points while shooting an efficient 9-for-11 overall, including 5-for-7 from behind the arc. Having led the team in scoring, Dort also added two rebounds and two steals. In addition to being a […]

Mike Conley Nearly Records Triple-Double During Victory

Utah Jazz point guard Mike Conley came just an assist shy of logging a triple-double during Monday's win over Oklahoma City. Conley has been a strong offensive contributor through the first three games, having gone for 20 points against the Thunder on 8-for-15 shooting. But the surprise came when Conley snagged 10 rebounds, marking his […]

Donovan Mitchell Struggles From Deep, Makes Game-Winner

Utah Jazz point/shooting guard Donovan Mitchell scuffled from the field during Monday's win over the Thunder, but he made the biggest shot of the night with under 10 seconds remaining to seal the victory for his squad. It's been a tremendously slow start to the year from the field for Mitchell, who is shooting 32.3 […]

Caris LeVert Takes 29 Shots In Loss

Brooklyn Nets guard Caris Levert wound up starting at point guard with Kyrie Irving (rest) and Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) out on Monday. Dinwiddie is done for the season, so we'll likely see LeVert manning the backup point guard role most nights, with the occasional start when Irving is unavailable. If Monday is any indication, fantasy […]

Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot Has Nice Showing Against Memphis

Brooklyn Nets forward Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot got a surprise start on Monday against Memphis with both Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant resting. TLC responded with 21 points on 7-for-17 shooting and also added six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and a block. With Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) done for the year and the Irving/KD duo appearing like […]

Kyle Anderson Makes Four Threes Against Nets

Memphis Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson scored 28 points on 9-for-17 shooting in Monday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He drained four three-pointers, making it the first time in Anderson's seven-year career in which he made more than two threes in a game. Anderson also added seven rebounds and three assists. Until Jaren Jackson Jr. is […]

No Fracture For Ja Morant

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (ankle) was injured during the matchup with the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night. The sophomore tweaked his left ankle and needed assistance back to the locker room. He did not return to the game and was observed wearing a boot later on in the evening. Although an initial x-ray ruled […]

Rams To Sign Blake Bortles For Quarterback Insurance

The Los Angeles Rams plan on signing quarterback Blake Bortles off the Denver Broncos practice squad with Jared Goff (thumb) unlikely to play in the Week 17 regular season finale against the Cardinals after having surgery to fix a broken and dislocated right thumb on Monday night. With Goff likely out until the playoffs (if […]

Houston Waives C.J. Prosise

Houston Texans running back C.J. Prosise was released Monday, thereby shortening the team's backfield options for Week 17 versus Tennessee. Prosise appeared in a career-high 10 games with the Texans this year, carrying the ball 10 times for 19 yards, while also adding his first receiving touchdown. Having battled an ankle injury as of late, […]

Tomoyuki Sugano Has Multiple Suitors

Japanese right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano's Jan. 7 signing deadline is quickly approaching, and sources say that multiple teams remain in pursuit, including the Blue Jays, Padres, Giants, Mets and Red Sox. The Padres would be out if they acquire Chicago Cubs right-hander Yu Darvish after reportedly agreeing to a blockbuster trade to acquire Tampa Bay […]

Denver Undecided On Bradley Chubb’s Week 17 Status

Denver Broncos linebacker Bradley Chubb (ankle) was unable to play in Week 16 due to an ankle injury, with head coach Vic Fangio acknowledging Monday that the Broncos Defense may once again be without Chubb for the season finale versus Las Vegas. While Fangio was "hopeful" about getting Chubb back, he did admit that his […]

J.T. Realmuto Remains A Priority For Phillies

Re-signing catcher J.T. Realmuto remains a top priority for the Philadelphia Phillies under their new front office. They have extended an offer to him, but it will be a waiting game as we approach the new year. Realmuto has been the league's best hitting catcher the last few years and has played really well ever […]

Giants Optimistic Evan Engram Can Play In Week 17

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (ankle) has his status up in the air for Sunday's game versus Dallas due to an ankle injury that he sustained in Week 16. Head coach Joe Judge was "optimistic" about Engram's outlook as of Monday, although there's plenty of time remaining in the week for the Pro […]

Padres In Active Pursuit Of Yu Darvish

The San Diego Padres are on the verge of acquiring left-handed starter Blake Snell from the Tampa Bay Rays, but they are also in active pursuit of Chicago Cubs right-hander Yu Darvish, according to sources. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that a deal could be done before Tuesday. The 34-year-old Japanese hurler had a sparkling […]

Matthew Stafford Uncertain For Season Finale

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (ankle, rib) said any decision on whether to play in the Week 17 regular season finale against the Vikings will be based on his health after he injured his right ankle on the first offensive series in the Week 16 blowout loss to the Buccaneers last Saturday. Stafford has also […]

Las Vegas Reaffirms Derek Carr As Week 17 Starter

Despite having been eliminated from playoff contention, the Las Vegas Raiders have announced Derek Carr as their starting quarterback for Week 17 versus the Broncos. Carr's status was something of a source of speculation due to the groin injury that he sustained in Week 15, where Marcus Mariota looked strong in relief. Carr has missed […]

Jared Goff Has Surgery On Thumb; Unlikely To Play In Week 17

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (thumb) underwent surgery to correct the broken thumb on his throwing hand Monday, making it highly unlikely that he is cleared in time to take the field Sunday versus Arizona. Without Goff in the equation, John Wolford is likely to start for the Rams, thereby making his NFL debut. […]

Rayshawn Jenkins Faces Uphill Battle To Play In Week 17

Los Angeles Chargers safety Rayshawn Jenkins (ankle) has been diagnosed with a high ankle sprain, putting his availability for Sunday's game versus Kansas City highly in doubt. Jenkins departed the team's contest in Week 16 early, but he has started all 15 games for the Chargers this year, having compiled 84 tackles, four passes defended, […]

Donte Moncrief Returns To Active Roster For Monday’s Game

New England Patriots wide receiver Donte Moncrief (thigh) has rejoined the team's active roster for Monday's contest versus the Bills. Having missed one week due to a thigh injury, the Patriots get the veteran back to add to their receiver depth, even as he has extremely limited fantasy intrigue with one reception for 15 yards […]

Damien Harris Ruled Inactive For Monday’s Contest

New England Patriots running back Damien Harris (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Buffalo. Harris' status was up in the air for much of the week, so season-long fantasy managers that rolled the dice on his availability will need to turn to their contingency plan. Sony Michel can be expected to lead […]

Monday Night Football Matchup Analysis: Patriots vs Bills

Last week on Monday Night Football we got a surprising upset by the Cincinnati Bengals over the Pittsburgh Steelers, could we see that lightning strike twice. Buffalo has officially clinched the AFC East and New England is officially out of the playoffs, so it’ll be interesting to see if these teams can combine to create […]

Dario Saric Listed As Probable Tuesday

Phoenix Suns forward/center Dario Saric (quadriceps) is listed as probable and is slated to make his season debut Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Saric has missed the team's first three games with right quad soreness after having a breakout in the bubble last season. It will be interesting to see what Phoenix does with […]

Monday Night Football DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Patriots vs. Bills

Christmas Day has come and gone and as we enter the last week of 2020, we also prepare for the very last night Monday night football game of the NFL season. It's been a wild ride this year with COVID wreaking havoc on the NFL schedule and forcing us into a "new normal" of social […]

Richard Sherman Won’t Suit Up Versus Former Team In Week 17

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, ending his year with five games played. Injuries never allowed Sherman to get out of the gates in 2020, as he finished the year with 18 combined tackles, one interception, and one pass defended. His absence in the […]

Brandon Aiyuk Ruled Out For Season Finale With Ankle Injury

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (ankle) has been deemed unavailable for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, ending his rookie year. Aiyuk picked up a high-ankle sprain during the team's Week 16 win over the Cardinals, a contest in which he recorded a season-low one reception. Aiyuk's role in the passing game had erupted […]

San Francisco Gives Jimmy Garoppolo A Vote Of Confidence

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that he "believe[s] Jimmy Garoppolo will be our quarterback next year," the latest vote of confidence from the organization after an ankle injury has kept Garoppolo out since Week 8. Without Garoppolo in the mix, the 49ers have struggled to find a suitable successor. Nick Mullens and […]

Danilo Gallinari Ruled Out Against Pistons

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) will not play Monday against the Detroit Pistons. Gallinari was determined to be a game-time decision but was ruled out moments later. Gallinari will miss his second straight game and should be considered questionable for their next game on Wednesday. De'Andre Hunter will start and Bogdan Bogdanovic will get […]

Clint Capela Will Make Season Debut On Monday

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (Achilles) will play and start Monday night against the Detroit Pistons. Capela has missed the first two games of the season with a sore Achilles and was originally questionable coming into the night before being upgraded to probable. Capela's return will push Bogdan Bogdanovic back to the bench and slide […]

Danilo Gallinari A Game-Time Decision Monday

Atlanta Hawks forward Danilo Gallinari (foot) is a game-time decision Monday against the Detroit Pistons. Gallinari is looking to return to the court after suffering a mild foot sprain, but will need to go through warm ups to determine his status. If Gallinari is unable to go, De'Andre Hunter and Bogdan Bogdanovic will continue to […]

Kevin Love And Isaac Okoro Ruled Out Tuesday Night

The Cleveland Cavaliers have ruled out forward/center Kevin Love (calf) and Isaac Okoro (foot) Tuesday against the New York Knicks. Love reaggravated his calf injury playing in a back-to-back game on Sunday and could be in for a lengthy absence, especially being ruled out more than a day in advance. With Love out, Larry Nance […]