1 day agoNew York Knicks guard/forward
Alec Burks finished as the team's top scorer with 20 points as Tom Thibodeau's troops struggled all game against Indiana on Sunday, losing 121-89. The Knicks were already down by 20 after the first quarter, and the bench guys, including Burks, ended up getting a good amount of minutes. Burks made good use of his 23 minutes on the floor, shooting 5-for-11 from the field and 8-for-10 at the line with two made triples. He was also active on the boards with five rebounds and dished out a pair of assists. Injuries have disrupted Thibodeau's plans in the postseason, with Burks making his first playoff appearance of the year in Game 2 against the Pacers. He's averaged a solid 17.0 points and 4.5 rebounds in 22 minutes across the last two games.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
2 days agoOrlando Magic center
Wendell Carter Jr. (hand) will undergo surgery. The 25-year-old fractured his left hand in November, limiting him to 55 games last season. But now he'll need another procedure on the same hand to "stabilize the third metacarpal." Carter, who will be re-evaluated in roughly four weeks following the procedure, is expected to make a full recovery. The 2018 No. 7 overall pick had one of the best seasons of his career in 2022-23, averaging 15.2 points and 8.7 assists. However, he took a step backward in both categories last season. Assuming he stays healthy, Carter has a chance to bounce back this season, although many fantasy managers will look past him due to his health and statistical regression.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Magic PR
2 days agoAccording to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, speaking on 95.7 The Game, the Warriors aren't expected to trade forward
Jonathan Kuminga this summer. The Warriors undoubtedly need to tweak the roster to compete in a stacked Western Conference. But Kuminga, who was once rumored to be on the move, is anticipated to remain included in the team's plans moving ahead. The 21-year-old had a rough start to the 2023-24 campaign. However, he averaged 18.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 41 games to end the year. With that said, Kuminga appears ready to take a leap in his development, and he'll likely see more than enough interest from fantasy managers heading toward the new season.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: 95.7 The Game
2 days agoNew York Knicks forward/center
Isaiah Hartenstein (shoulder) finished with five boards and four points in Sunday's blowout loss to the Indiana Pacers. The Knicks struggled in Game 4, with
Jalen Brunson the only starter to reach double figures on the scoring end. However, and more importantly, Harteinstein indicated after the loss that he may have pinched a nerve in his shoulder. This is concerning, considering the team is without
Mitchell Robinson (ankle),
OG Anunoby (hamstring), and
Bojan Bogdanovic (ankle). At any rate, Hartenstein stated X-rays were negative and that he would play in Game 5 on Tuesday night. But if he can't make it out there,
Jericho Sims and
Precious Achiuwa would see more action, with the latter being the more dependable DFS option.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Ian Begley
2 days agoBoston Celtics center
Luke Kornet (calf) is probable for Monday's meeting with the Cavaliers. He's dealing with calf tightness. However, even with
Kristaps Porzingis (calf) sidelined, Kornet has averaged 4.7 points and 3.0 points during the Conference semifinals, meaning his status for Game 4 won't make a difference for DFS participants.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoCleveland Cavaliers guard
Donovan Mitchell (calf) is questionable for Monday's playoff showdown with the Celtics. He popped up on the injury report because of a strained left calf. Yet, the Cavs are looking to knot things up, so fantasy managers should expect to see Mitchell on the floor. The 27-year-old has played exceptionally well in the series, averaging 31.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.3 assists. He's also shot 53.3% from behind the arc, making him one of the top DFS options available on Monday night, assuming he gets the green light to play.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoDallas Mavericks guard
Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) is questionable for Monday's matchup versus OKC. Doncic has taken a beating throughout the postseason, resulting in multiple appearances on the injury report for various reasons. However, this isn't anything new, so DFS managers should expect to see him on the floor, especially with the Mavs looking to take a decisive lead in the series. With that said, Doncic, coming off a 22-point, 15-rebound, five-assist effort in the win on Saturday, remains the top fantasy option for Monday night, assuming he's available.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoCleveland Cavaliers center
Jarrett Allen (rib) is questionable for Monday's postseason battle against Boston. He's carried the same injury designation throughout the series because of a nagging rib contusion. Unfortunately, Allen hasn't been out there. The 26-year-old could be nearing a return, although he may be limited in his first few games back. But if Allen isn't available for Game 4,
Isaac Okoro would presumably remain in the starting lineup. On the other hand,
Caris LeVert, amassing 36 points in the last two contests from off the bench, is a more dependable DFS option.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoBoston Celtics center
Kristaps Porzingis (calf) remains out for Monday's playoff contest versus the Cavaliers. Porzingis continues to work his way back from a right Soleus strain. With that in mind, it's possible he won't suit up at any point in the series. Fortunately,
Al Horford has done a good job filling the void in the middle, with the 37-year-old averaging 6.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in three starts in the Conference semifinals.
Luke Kornet (calf), listed as probable for Monday evening, should also continue to receive more minutes from off the bench. However, Horford has a much higher upside for DFS participants.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoIndiana Pacers forward
Aaron Nesmith (shoulder) will be good to go for Sunday's Game 4 against the Knicks. He hurt his right shoulder in the previous contest, which gave Nesmith a questionable tag ahead of Game 4. But the team has upgraded Nesmith to available ahead of tip-off. The 24-year-old typically provides a little bit of everything, averaging 10.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 0.9 blocks, and 0.7 steals for the 2024 playoffs.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoIndiana Pacers point guard
Tyrese Haliburton (back, ankle) will play in Game 4 against the Knicks on Sunday. The talented playmaker has suffered multiple injuries during the team's playoff run but will continue to battle on. Haliburton has a chance to post a third consecutive 30-point game on Sunday. He's averaging 25.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, and 3.0 steals against the Knicks with 5.0 made triples.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoIndiana Pacers guard
Tyrese Haliburton (back, ankle) is questionable for Sunday's postseason battle with the Knicks. The back spasms aren't new, but he tweaked his ankle in Friday's win, so most had assumed he'd be back on the injury report for Game 4. Haliburton has been on a roll despite the ailments, amassing 69 points, 16 assists, and five steals in his last two appearances. With that type of production, he'll see plenty of attention from DFS managers for Game 4, assuming he's available.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
2 days agoNew York Knicks forward
OG Anunoby (hamstring) won't play in Sunday's playoff matchup with the Pacers. The former Raptor injured his left hamstring in Game 2 and wasn't available for the loss of Friday night. While he is with the team in Indiana and receiving multiple treatment sessions daily, there's a chance he could miss more games moving ahead. Nonetheless, until Anunoby is back on the floor,
Precious Achiuwa and
Alec Burks should continue to see more minutes. However, Burks scored 14 points in Game 3, so he'll be the preferred DFS option over Achiuwa.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
3 days agoAccording to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, the Heat are expected to offer center
Bam Adebayo an extension that will keep him in South Beach for "years to come." Adebayo has two years remaining on his current deal. But the 26-year-old is coming off another potent season, averaging 19.3 points and a career-high 10.4 rebounds, so the latest update is a no-brainer. He also developed a shot from deep, ending the 2023-24 campaign by shooting 35.7% from behind the arc. Miami could go in several different directions over the summer. However, the roster will be constructed around Adebayo moving ahead, meaning the chances of
Tyler Herro and
Jimmy Butler being moved are higher than ever. At any rate, no matter who is on the roster come training camp, Adebayo will go early in fantasy drafts heading toward the regular season.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: Anthony Chiang
3 days agoNew York Knicks forward
Josh Hart had a double-double in Friday's playoff matchup with Indiana. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough, with the Knicks dropping their first game of the series.
Jalen Brunson (foot) wasn't himself after tweaking his foot in Game 2. While
Donte DiVincenzo had a team-high 35 points, Hart still scored 10 points while adding 18 rebounds, four assists, and two steals. The 29-year-old has been on a roll during the postseason, and he should continue to see heavy minutes in Game 4 on Sunday afternoon, especially if
OG Anunoby (hamstring) remains out.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
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