9 hours agoDetroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams is expected to remain at the helm for another season. Williams, who led the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals in 2021, signed a massive six-year, $78.5 million deal with the Pistons last offseason but had a miserable campaign with the team. Detroit finished bottom of the league for a second consecutive year, posting a new single-season record with 28 consecutive defeats. Williams' future has been in doubt after the season finished, but according to NBA insider Marc Stein, he is "likely" to return as the team's head coach in 2024-25.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Marc Stein
9 hours agoUtah Jazz guard
Collin Sexton could be involved in another trade only two seasons after arriving from Cleveland. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, there is a "belief" among rival executives that Sexton could be on the trade market this summer, along with
Jordan Clarkson, who has already previously been linked with a move elsewhere. Sexton has played well with the Jazz, averaging 18.7 points and a career-high 4.9 assists in 2023-24. But he could welcome a change of scenery as well after finding himself as a member of the second unit for large parts of his stay in Salt Lake City. The 25-year-old has two more seasons to go on his contract and will be paid $18.35 million in 2024-25.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
9 hours agoDenver Nuggets guard/forward
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has had two solid years with the team but might land elsewhere for the 2024-25 campaign. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Nuggets are "concerned" that Caldwell-Pope will decline his $15.44 million player option and enter unrestricted free agency. It is believed that the two-time NBA champion could attract a similar deal to the one
Bruce Brown signed with Indiana last summer when he left Denver on a two-year, $45 million contract. Caldwell-Pope, who turned 31 in February, posted 10.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists with 40.6 percent three-point shooting in 2023-24.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
9 hours agoSacramento Kings duo
Kevin Huerter and
Harrison Barnes are reportedly available on the trade market, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Both players had disappointing campaigns in 2023-24, and it looks like the Kings will try to shake up the roster after failing to qualify for the playoffs. Barnes could be moving on just 12 months after signing a three-year, $54 million extension with the Kings. The 32-year-old has been a one-dimensional player throughout his career but has performed well in suitable situations. Huerter has proven himself to be a solid starter and could definitely do a good job for a number of teams if he isn't wanted in Sacramento anymore.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
9 hours agoFormer top-five draft pick Mario Hezonja has been linked with a return to the NBA. The 29-year-old has been playing in Europe since 2020. However, NBA insider Marc Stein has noted in his Substack that Hezonja is "increasingly coming up as a free agent to watch this offseason when it comes to an NBA return." Suiting up for Orlando, New York, and Portland, the Croatian wing never lived up to his high draft status in the NBA, averaging 6.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 18.5 minutes. He would add quality to a team's second unit but unlikely won't make a big impact in fantasy basketball.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Marc Stein
9 hours agoChicago Bulls center
Andre Drummond appears ready to move on from the Windy City in the summer. According to Joe Cowley of The Chicago Sun-Times, Drummond is looking for a new team. The veteran big man will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason after completing a two-year, $6.56 million deal in Chicago. Drummond has been a serviceable backup big for the Bulls, averaging 7.3 points and 7.9 rebounds in 15.1 minutes during his stay. The best days are behind Drummond, but he remains a strong rebounder and should help fantasy managers again in the department wherever he lands for the upcoming campaign.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Joe Cowley
21 hours agoThe New Orleans Pelicans are expected to move on from center
Jonas Valanciunas this offseason. The 32-year-old will officially be an unrestricted free agent this summer, with the Pelicans planning to construct the roster to complement the skillset of
Zion Williamson better. But Valanciunas, averaging 12.2 points and 8.8 rebounds during the 2023-24 campaign, will draw interest from at least a handful of teams. Although his production was down last season, he's among the most durable big men in the National Basketball Association. With that in mind, if Valanciunas finds a stable role for a new team, he could continue to provide double-double upside for fantasy managers.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Christian Clark
21 hours agoCleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen is reportedly on the Pelicans' radar.
Jonas Valanciunas isn't expected back next season, and
Brandon Ingram could be on the move, so adding Allen would undoubtedly lessen the blow caused by the potential departures. The 26-year-old finished last season by averaging a career-high 16.5 points with 10.5 rebounds and 1.1 blocks. He also shot 63.4% from the field. Of course, Cleveland's primary focus this offseason is on extending
Donovan Mitchell. However, the Cavs could keep their core intact, considering
Evan Mobley wasn't the healthiest during the 2023-24 campaign.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Christian Clark
23 hours agoDallas Mavericks guard
Luka Doncic (chest) is probable for Game 5 of the NBA Finals versus the Boston Celtics. Besides receiving pain-killing injections, it doesn't appear the thoracic contusion is much of an issue for the multi-time All-Star. He's averaged 29.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 2.5 steals during the series. While Doncic has struggled shooting from deep, he remains the top DFS option for managers on Monday evening.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
23 hours agoBoston Celtics center
Kristaps Porzingis (leg) is questionable for Monday's meeting with the Dallas Mavericks. Porzingis returned for Game 1 of the NBA Finals after missing over a month because of a Soleus strain. Unfortunately, he suffered a dislocated Left Posterior Tibialis in Game 2 and didn't suit up in Game 3. Porzingis was available in Friday's loss. However, he never made it on the floor. The Mavs built a big lead early in that contest, so it's unknown if Joe Mazzulla would have put him into the game had the score remained close. But if the veteran is active on Monday evening, he's certainly a risky DFS option, considering he may not get off the bench.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoAccording to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, impending free-agent forward/center
Isaiah Hartenstein is drawing interest from more teams. While OKC has been rumored to covet his services, Scotto, citing league sources, reported the Orlando Magic could be a team to watch this summer. The 26-year-old drew 49 starts for New York during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 8.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 1.2 blocks. He was also instrumental in helping the Knicks advance deep into the postseason. But New York likely won't be able to afford to keep Hartenstein on the roster, meaning Orlando, a team with plenty of cap space this summer, could make him a strong offer.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
2 days agoAccording to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, teams around the National Basketball Association are "monitoring" the availability of Indiana Pacers forward
Jarace Walker. Indy could match offers for
Obi Toppin this offseason. If that happens, Walker could be on the move. The 2023 No. 8 overall pick had a forgettable rookie year, averaging just 3.6 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 33 games. He also spent time in the G League, although he played much better. For now, Walker's value is limited, and he likely won't find his way onto fantasy rosters unless he gets some minutes, which isn't expected to happen in Indiana or for another club, for that matter.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
2 days agoAccording to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.com, there's an "early belief" that Indiana Pacers forward/center
Jalen Smith will decline his $5.4 million player option and enter free agency this offseason. The 2020 No. 10 overall pick has spent the last three seasons with the Pacers. He averaged 13.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks during the 2021-22 campaign. However, his production has trended downward since. Smith saw limited action for the Pacers in 2023-24. Yet, in his 14 starts, he averaged 11.1 points and 6.7 rebounds. It's evident Smith can be productive, so a change of scenery could do wonders for his fantasy value heading toward the regular season.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Michael Scotto
3 days agoBoston Celtics forward
Jaylen Brown struggled in the loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. He scored 10 points, shooting a rough 3-for-12 from the field and 1-for-5 from downtown. The 27-year-old had 30 points in Game 3 on Wednesday. However, he wasn't nearly as potent in Game 4. With the Celtics still up two games in the NBA Finals, both teams will head to Boston for Game 5 on Monday. Brown is due for a dominant performance, so DFS managers should keep him in mind for their lineups.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
3 days agoBoston Celtics forward
Jayson Tatum had 15 points in Friday's loss to the Dallas Mavericks. He added five rebounds, two blocks, and one steal. The 26-year-old had 31 points in Game 3 on Wednesday evening. However, the Mavs took a big lead early, so Tatum logged only 27 minutes before calling it a night. With the C's still up two games, the series will head back to Boston for Game 5 on Monday night. The game should be more competitive, meaning Tatum has an excellent chance to bounce back.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
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