June 4, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott was named the new head coach of the Phoenix Suns. Phoenix hasn't had any luck on the coaching front in recent years, with the team firing Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer, who each served as the head coach for only one season. Now they are on to Ott, who has also spent time with the Hawks, Nets, and Lakers, and he will be tasked with turning around a franchise that fell short of making the play-in game last season. On a larger scale, only time will tell if the hiring will keep
Kevin Durant on the roster, a player who many believe will be traded this offseason.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June 4, 2025
According to New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations Joe Dumars, the organization intends to keep forward
Zion Williamson on the roster. "I've had some really good conversations with Zion," said Dumars. "I've had some real honest conversations with him. We're going forward with Zion. He's going to continue to be a focal point here as we go forward." A woman the former Blue Devil dated filed a lawsuit recently, alleging rape and abuse. But as far as his issues on the court, he has had trouble staying healthy, appearing in 30 games or fewer four times during his career, including missing the entire 2021-22 campaign. However, Williamson is as good as it gets when healthy, averaging 24.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.0 steals in 214 regular-season contests. If he can remain off the injury report, he has All-Star upside. Still, fantasy managers who pick Williamson in drafts heading into the season will be taking a gamble based on his numerous ailments over the years.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Rod Walker
June 3, 2025
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau was fired on Tuesday. The Knicks were able to get by the Boston Celtics in the Conference Semifinals. However, after the team fell to the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the move was made to relieve Thibodeau of his duties. The 67-year-old served as the Knicks' head coach for five seasons, amassing a 226-174 regular-season record. He also led the team to the postseason four times during his time at the helm while guiding New York to its first Eastern Conference Finals appearance in 25 years. It's unknown what the future holds for Thibodeau, but he'll likely have opportunities for other coaching vacancies moving ahead. As far as the Knicks are concerned, there are plenty of names who are available to take over, specifically, former Nuggets head coach Michael Malone.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Shams Charania
June
3,
2025
Los
Angeles
Lakers
guard
Bronny
James
Jr.
could
be
part
of
the
regular
rotation
with
the
team
next
season.
The
20-year-old
was
very
little
involved
during
his
rookie
campaign,
playing
a
total
of
181
minutes
across
27
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June 3, 2025
Dallas Mavericks guard
Dante Exum is scheduled to become a free agent, but there is a good chance he will stick around in Texas. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Exum and the Mavericks have "mutual interest" to work out a new deal. The Australian veteran is coming off a two-year, $6.15 million contract and has been linked with a move to newly-crowned EuroLeague champion Fenerbahce in Turkey. He may also attract other suitors in the NBA, considering Exum enjoyed a career year in 2024-25 with a scoring average of 9.1 points in 19.1 minutes. He shot an impressive 44.7 percent from three-point range and dished out 2.8 assists. With
Kyrie Irving (knee) expected to be out until at least January, Exum could play a larger role in the Mavericks rotation if he signs a new deal with the team, enhancing his fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is seen as a potential target for the Orlando Magic this offseason. NBA insider Marc Stein has noted that Orlando "is a team to watch as a potential suitor" for Alexander-Walker, who is wrapping up a two-year, $9 million contract and will be an unrestricted free agent. Alexander-Walker is coming off a solid year with the Timberwolves, having averaged 9.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 25.3 minutes off the bench. He shot 38.1 percent from downtown on 4.5 attempts and improved his stock during the playoffs with a couple of 20-point outings. The Magic were by far the worst three-point shooting team in the league this season, making Alexander-Walker a good fit for them. However, his move to Florida likely won't affect Alexander-Walker's fantasy value, since his role will probably remain the same as it has been with the Timberwolves.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves forward/center
Naz Reid will likely join the free agent pool this offseason. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, many around the league expect Reid to decline his $15 million player option for the 2025-26 campaign. Reid will be seeking a pay rise and possibly a more significant role going forward. Speaking during his exit interview last week, Reid said he "100 percent" sees himself as a starter in the NBA. Reid won the Sixth Man of the Year award last season and followed it up with a career year in 2024-25. He averaged 14.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 27.5 minutes. In 17 starts, Reid pushed his numbers to 18.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.3 blocks. Fantasy managers can expect similar numbers from him next season if Reid secures a starting role. For that to happen, he will likely need to move away from Minneapolis, as
Rudy Gobert is blocking his path with the Timberwolves.
--Taavi PailkSource: Marc Stein
June 3, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked with a move to the Toronto Raptors. "I don't know if it will happen but I do know there is mutual interest between Antetokounmpo and the Raptors," writes Raptors insider Doug Smith in his mailbag column for the Toronto Star. "The wild card is the cost. But I also think the Raptors are uniquely placed to make an attractive offer that won't ruin their franchise or roster." Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee is murky following the team's three consecutive first-round exits in the playoffs. With ESPN's Brian Windhorst recently mentioning that the Raptors are looking for a "big fish" this summer, Antetokounmpo's potential move to north of the border may not be as far-fetched as it seems. Antetokounmpo will turn 31 next season, but the two-time MVP shows no signs of slowing down and should once again be among the first names off the draft board in fantasy leagues this fall.
--Taavi PailkSource: Doug Smith
June 2, 2025
Indiana Pacers forward
Jarace Walker (ankle) is expected to miss "at least" the first two games of the NBA Finals versus OKC. He tweaked his ankle in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, requiring assistance to the locker room. The 21-year-old was also observed leaving the arena on crutches. Walker has been used sporadically throughout the postseason, averaging only 3.0 points and 1.8 boards in 9.8 minutes of action. That likely won't change if he's cleared to return during the finals. But his absence should at least give a few more minutes to
Obi Toppin and
Bennedict Mathurin from off the bench, slightly increasing their DFS potential.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Dustin Dopirak
June
2,
2025
According
to
Minnesota
Timberwolves
president
of
basketball
operations
Tim
Connelly,
there
is
a
belief
that
forward
Julius
Randle
will
remain
with
the
team.
The
30-year-old
appeared
in
only
46
contests
due
to
a
shoulder
injury
in
his
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May 31, 2025
Indiana Pacers center
Tony Bradley (hip) will be available for Saturday's Game 6 against the New York Knicks. He was listed as questionable on the injury report due to a left hip strain, but Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle told reporters during his pregame press conference that Bradley is available. However, Carlisle added that it will be an in-game decision on whether he will utilize the 27-year-old big man. Bradley entered the Pacers' rotation in Game 2 against the Knicks and has averaged 9.5 minutes, scoring 2.0 points and grabbing 2.0 rebounds. He is not someone fantasy managers should pay attention to.
--Taavi PailkSource: Tony East
May 30, 2025
Indiana Pacers center
Tony Bradley (hip) is questionable for Saturday's clash with the Knicks. The 27-year-old didn't see much action during the regular season. However, head coach Rick Carlisle has gotten him on the floor during the series versus New York in an attempt to give Indy some size underneath the rim. Unfortunately, Bradley suffered a hip-flexor strain in Game 5 on Thursday night and needed help off the floor. With that in mind, he has averaged only two points and two boards during the Eastern Conference Finals, so he won't see much attention from DFS managers, even if he is active.
Thomas Bryant would be in line for more action if Bradley can't suit up, although he likely won't be much more productive.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
May 30, 2025
New York Knicks center
Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) isn't listed on the injury report heading into Saturday's showdown with the Pacers. KAT injured his left knee during Game 4 and popped up on the injury report ahead of Game 5. Fortunately, the ailment didn't keep him off the floor, and he finished with a 24-point, 13-rebound double-double. Towns has averaged 25.4 points and 11.8 boards during the series. However, he has gotten himself into foul trouble several times throughout the Eastern Conference Finals, which has undoubtedly impacted his statistical contributions.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
May 29, 2025
New York Knicks forward/center
Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) will be in action on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. His status was initially uncertain after Towns injured his left knee in Tuesday's clash with the Pacers, leading the Knicks to list him as questionable on the injury report. However, TNT's Allie LaForce has reported that Towns will play in the do-or-die contest. The Knicks must win on Thursday to extend the series. Given the situation, Towns looks set for an extremely busy night. He is averaging 25.8 points and 11.5 rebounds in the Eastern Conference Finals.
--Taavi PailkSource: New York Basketball
May 29, 2025
Indiana Pacers forward
Aaron Nesmith (ankle) has been cleared to play in Thursday's Game 5 against the New York Knicks. He was initially listed as questionable for the contest due to a right ankle sprain Nesmith suffered in Game 3 of the series. Nesmith has been excellent in the series, averaging 16.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.5 steals with red-hot 61.9 percent shooting from downtown. The Knicks must do a better job guarding Nesmith around the three-point line; otherwise, their season could be over following Thursday night.
--Taavi PailkSource: Indiana Pacers
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