2 weeks agoDenver Nuggets center
Nikola Jokic shook off hip inflammation to fill up the stat sheet against the Jazz in Tuesday's 111-95 win. He had a 28-point, 13-rebound double-double with seven assists, three steals, and a block. The former MVP hit both of his attempts from deep and finished with 12-for-20 overall shooting. On the downside, Jokic's stat line included five turnovers in 34 minutes, and he has been careless with the ball all month, averaging 4.5 turnovers for April. The hip issue doesn't appear to be affecting Jokic, as he's picked up 11 consecutive double-doubles. The Serbian superstar needs two more across the final three regular-season games to celebrate a new career high.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
2 weeks agoDallas Mavericks point guard
Luka Doncic came very close to a 40-point triple-double on Tuesday against Charlotte, racking up 39 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 130-104 win. These were game-high marks in all three categories. Doncic hit 8-for-17 from deep and finished with 13-for-25 overall shooting, contributing one block on the defensive end. The MVP candidate is finishing the campaign strongly, averaging 32.8 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 10.3 assists for April. However, it's possible we won't see him in action in the next game, as Dallas completes a back-to-back on Wednesday against Miami. Doncic missed the second leg of a back-to-back last week with a sore right knee, and the team might want to give him rest again with the playoffs around the corner.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
2 weeks agoMilwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo has avoided a serious Achilles injury, sources have told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The Bucks star strained his calf in Tuesday's clash against Boston, specifically his left soleus, which is a muscle in the back part of the calf. Luckily, tests have revealed that the former MVP avoided damage to his Achilles. His return to court will depend on how quickly he recovers from the calf strain. Milwaukee has three more games left to play in the regular season.
Bobby Portis should benefit the most from Antetokounmpo's absence.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
3 weeks agoCleveland Cavaliers guard
Donovan Mitchell (knee, nose) is listed as available on the NBA's official injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies. Mitchell's health has been a topic of discussion lately, with many questioning his durability heading toward the postseason. With that said, the Cavaliers have won just three of their last 10 games, so they need the All-Star on the floor for the rest of the regular season. Fortunately, Cleveland has a favorable matchup on the horizon versus the 27-win Grizzlies. Yet, Mitchell could spend more time on the bench if the Cavs manage to build a decisive lead throughout the contest, which wouldn't be an ideal scenario as it relates to his DFS potential.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoMilwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) suffered a non-contact injury during Tuesday's win over the Celtics. He was down for a bit before limping his way back to the locker room. While details were scarce initially, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski provided an update, reporting Antetokounmpo suffered a left calf strain. He will undergo an MRI, although DFS managers shouldn't expect to see him on the floor on Wednesday versus Orlando. With three regular-season contests left for Milwaukee, the multi-time MVP may not be back until the postseason, at the earliest. However, it's still too early to speculate. With that in mind, as long as Antetokounmpo is on the shelf,
Khris Middleton and
Damian Lillard should be the Bucks' top offensive contributors. At the same time,
Bobby Portis,
Malik Beasley,
Brook Lopez, and
Jae Crowder could see more scoring opportunities.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Adrian Wojnarowski
3 weeks agoLos Angeles Clippers guard
James Harden (foot) won't play on Tuesday versus Phoenix. He has been dealing with a sore right foot and didn't participate in shootaround on Tuesday. With
Kawhi Leonard (knee) also sidelined,
Paul George will be a popular DFS option. At the same time,
Norman Powell,
Russell Westbrook, and
Ivica Zubac should get more involved offensively.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoLos Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (illness) will play on Tuesday against Golden State. He wasn't available for Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves because of Flu-like symptoms. However, after carrying a questionable designation heading into this one, he feels well enough to suit up. With
Anthony Davis (eye, illness) sidelined, James could be in line for a big night versus the Warriors, so he'll see plenty of attention from the DFS community.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Lakers Daily
3 weeks agoMilwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) won't return to Tuesday's meeting with the Boston Celtics. He went down with a non-contact injury in the third quarter and limped to the locker room. At the time, details were scarce surrounding the nature of the ailment. However, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Antetokounmpo suffered a left calf strain. The multi-time MVP has been battling hamstring tendinopathy over the last few weeks. But with a new issue, Antetokounmpo probably will miss time. Of course, he'll likely undergo further testing, with an update potentially coming on Wednesday.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Adrian Wojnarowski
3 weeks agoAtlanta Hawks forward
Jalen Johnson (ankle) was injured in Tuesday's game against the Miami Heat. He will not return. The 22-year-old was having a fantastic game before suffering a sprained right ankle, amassing 13 points, eight boards, three assists, and two steals. However, considering Johnson just returned from a six-game layoff caused by the same issue, he could miss time moving ahead. With
Onyeka Okongwu (toe) also sidelined,
De'Andre Hunter,
Bruno Fernando, and
Garrison Mathews may get more action if Johnson goes on the shelf.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Hawks PR
3 weeks agoMilwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (undisclosed) exited Tuesday's matchup with the Boston Celtics. The multi-time MVP has been battling a hamstring injury and wasn't a lock to suit up for this one. However, he was cleared to play. Unfortunately, Antetokounmpo went down with a non-contact injury in the third quarter and limped to the locker room. It's possible he aggravated the hamstring issue. With that in mind, his night could be over, with a more extensive exam likely on the horizon.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Eric Nehm
3 weeks agoLos Angeles Lakers center
Anthony Davis (eye, illness) won't play in Tuesday's game against Golden State. AD logged only 12 minutes in Sunday's meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves before suffering an eye injury. He was listed as questionable heading into this one, so it appeared he at least had a shot to get on the floor. However, that won't happen, as Davis is now battling nausea and headaches. With
LeBron James (illness) also not a lock to suit up,
D'Angelo Russell,
Austin Reaves,
Spencer Dinwiddie, and
Rui Hachimura could all benefit on the scoring end.
Jaxson Hayes, averaging 11.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.3 steals in four starts this season, should also see more interest from DFS participants.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Chris Hayes
3 weeks agoChicago Bulls center
Andre Drummond (ankle) exited Tuesday's meeting with the New York Knicks. Drummond tried to throw down an alley-oop from
Torrey Craig. However, he missed it and eventually rolled his ankle. The team hasn't released an official injury update. But Drummond needed a wheelchair to get to the locker room, so his evening is likely over. The Bulls are guaranteed a Play-In spot. Yet, it's possible the team could be without Drummond for at least a few games. With that in mind, as long as Drummond remains off the floor, Craig and
Adama Sanogo might see more action moving ahead.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Darnell Mayberry
3 weeks agoNew York Knicks forward
Bojan Bogdanovic (wrist) will suit up Tuesday against the Chicago Bulls. He's been dealing with a right wrist sprain. When healthy this season, the sharpshooting 34-year-old averages 15.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 26.6 minutes across 53 games. Bogdanovic is definitely a player who could be a solid option for hoops DFS this evening in the Windy City.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoUtah Jazz guard
Collin Sexton (illness) has been downgraded to questionable before Tuesday's game against the Denver Nuggets due to an illness. It won't be a surprise if Sexton doesn't suit up since the Jazz are out of playoff contention, but it will be a game-time call. The 25-year-old has had an impressive run, most recently averaging 20.4 points in his last eight outings.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 weeks agoChicago Bulls guard
Coby White (ankle) is available for Tuesday's contest with the New York Knicks. He injured his left ankle in a meeting with New York last week but registered 38 minutes on Sunday versus Orlando. White will have a challenging task going up against the Knicks, as they allowed the fourth-fewest points in the league to point guards. The 24-year-old has also struggled lately, shooting-wise, registering 36.8 percent from the field in the last 10 outings.
--Andrew Lennox - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
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