D'Angelo Russell Will Come Off The Bench Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell has been bumped to the bench for Wednesday's game against Detroit after he was late to shootaround, stemming from a COVID-19 testing delay. Ricky Rubio will enter the starting five, although it's unclear if Russell will also see decreased minutes/usage as a means of discipline. With one cancellation (Oklahoma […]

James Harden Avoids Suspension, Will Be Fined By League

Houston Rockets point/shooting guard James Harden has been fined $50,000 by the NBA due to a violation of the league's health and safety protocols. The Rockets season opener was postponed Wednesday after positive COVID-19 tests within the organization, which were muddled by additional contact-tracing concerns. There was a thought that Harden may draw a suspension […]

Goran Dragic Comes Off Bench To Open Season

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic will lead the second unit during Wednesday's season opener versus Orlando, with Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, and Duncan Robinson making up the starting backcourt. The presence of Dragic with the bench group does not bode well for Kendrick Nunn's fantasy intrigue to begin the season, although the duo should […]

Oklahoma City-Houston Contest Postponed Wednesday

Wednesday's game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Houston Rockets has been called off due to multiple positive COVID-19 tests and continued contract tracing within the Rockets organization. As of Wednesday night, three players had either tested positive for the virus or had inconclusive results, while four additional players were quarantined under the league's contact […]

John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins Ruled Out

Houston Rockets guard John Wall and center DeMarcus Cousins have been ruled out for Wednesday's season opener due to COVID-19 protocols. It's honestly unclear who is available for Houston after the James Harden strip-club drama. Fantasy managers might have to wait until closer to tip-off before getting a better idea of who to start. As of right now, […]

Tomas Satoransky Available Versus Hawks

Chicago Bulls guard Tomas Satoransky will be available for Wednesday's season opener versus the Atlanta Hawks. He was cleared from quarantine earlier this week and has kept himself in shape. Satoransky might see limited minutes on Wednesday but should be an important part of the offense with the second unit this season. His ability to play […]

Dennis Schroder Gets Close To Triple-Double In Lakers Debut

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder impressed in his first game for the team, finishing a 116-109 loss to the Clippers with 14 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists. It could've easily been an even bigger night for him had his shot fallen, as the 27-year-old German managed to go only 5-for-15 from the […]

Kyrie Irving Leads The Way On Tuesday Night

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving finished with a game-high 26 points on Tuesday during the win over the Warriors. He also added four rebounds and four assists. Irving was dominant in this one, going 10-for-16 from the field in addition to nailing four of his seven shots from deep. The 28-year-old appeared healthy after having […]

Ty Jerome Unavailable For Wednesday’s Season Opener

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Ty Jerome (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Rockets. Jerome's absence will work against the Thunder's PG depth, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is set to serve as the team's starting point with George Hill pitching in off the bench. The Thunder acquired Jerome this off-season from Phoenix, […]

D.J. Augustin Unlikely To Make Team Debut Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard D.J. Augustin (calf) has been tagged as doubtful to suit up for Wednesday's season opener against Boston. Augustin was brought aboard to backup Jrue Holiday, but the role will likely shift to Donte Divincenzo should Augustin not be cleared in time. Whereas the veteran had some DFS upside last year as […]

Knicks Pass On Offering Frank Ntilikina An Extension

New York Knicks point guard Frank Ntilikina has had a much-maligned start to his NBA career since having been selected with the eighth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. Over 178 games, he has averaged 6.0 points and 3.1 assists per game, all while shooting just 36.6 percent overall, including 31.1 percent from long […]

Tomas Satoransky Earns Questionable Tag For Wednesday

Chicago Bulls point guard Tomas Satoransky (personal) is questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta. Satoransky has been away from the team, which likely puts his availability trending on the wrong side of suiting up. Coby White is set to take over starting point guard duties for the Bulls this season, with Satoransky […]

Anfernee Simons Draws Questionable Tag For Wednesday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Anfernee Simons (hamstring) has been listed as questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener versus Utah. A hamstring ailment has slowed Simons throughout the pre-season, and an absence Wednesday could funnel additional minutes in the direction of Damian Lillard. Having taken on a sizable bench role last year, Simons still […]

Dennis Schroder Draws Start For Season Opener Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder (ankle) has been given the thumbs up to play in Tuesday's game versus the Clippers and will draw the start at point guard. Schroder is expected to share ball-handling duties with LeBron James in the first unit, although the new member of the Lakers has been vocal about […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Headlines Cavs Bench Players Out Wednesday

The Cleveland Cavaliers' second unit will be severely short-handed during Wednesday's season opener versus Charlotte as shooting guard/small forward Kevin Porter Jr. (personal) and point guards Matthew Dellavedova (concussion) and Dante Exum (hip) will all miss the contest. Darius Garland and Collin Sexton will be the team's only active point guards, meaning that the duo […]

Rajon Rondo, Kris Dunn Ruled Out For Wednesday’s Game

Atlanta Hawks point guards Rajon Rondo (personal) and Kris Dunn (knee) have been listed as out for Wednesday's contest against Chicago, leaving Trae Young to likely receive a lion's share of the minutes at the point guard spot. The defensive-minded duo of Rondo and Dunn were added in the off-season as both PG depth and […]

Spencer Dinwiddie Starts Tuesday; Caris Levert Leads Bench Unit

Brooklyn Nets point/shooting guard Spencer Dinwiddie will start at the two-guard spot for Tuesday's season opener versus Golden State with Caris Levert set to come off the bench. The move stays in line with how head coach Steve Nash had been deploying his group during the preseason, but is a pivot away from years past […]

Russell Westbrook Faces No Minutes Cap Wednesday

Washington Wizards point guard Russell Westbrook will be a full-go for Wednesday's game versus Philadelphia and will not face a minutes ceiling. Westbrook isn't scheduled to play in back-to-backs to begin the year, which is set to cloud his season-long fantasy appeal as soon as the first weekend. But for Opening Night, Westbrook will be […]

NBA DFS Cheat Sheet & Expert Lineups for December 22nd

The NBA is back in our lives and so is the daily grind of NBA DFS! Welcome back to our premium cheat sheet for the 2020-2021 season, where you'll find our experts' favorite plays for every slate and sample lineups, too! Since we only have two games on opening night, I'll be going game-by-game and […]

Austin Rivers Remains Out Of Practice

New York Knicks guard Austin Rivers (groin) is still unable to suit up for practice. It sounds unlikely that Rivers is able to suit up for the season opener on Wednesday. That means, Alec Burks (personal) is in line for more playing time. He recently returned to the team after the birth of his child. […]

Markelle Fultz Staying In Orlando

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz has agreed to a three-year, $50 million extension with the organization. After a horrible beginning to his NBA career, it's nice to see Fultz getting back on track. He averaged 12.1 points, 5.1 assists and 3.3 rebounds last season in Orlando. The Magic believe that the young guard is going […]

Derrick White Signs Extension With Spurs

San Antonio Spurs guard Derrick White (toe) reportedly agreed to a four-year extension worth $73 million. That is quite a lot of money, but the Spurs feel he has earned it with his performance last season. He averaged 18.2 points, 4.9 assists, 3.9 rebounds, so there are high expectations for White going into this campaign. […]

Immanuel Quickley Likely Has Earned Rotational Spot

New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley has been impressive during his two preseason outings. The rookie guard could earn a spot in the rotation after an impressive showing this preseason. Head coach Tom Thibodeau mentioned that Quickley's performance over the last few games will definitely factor into his decision making about the rotation. It sounds […]

Dennis Schroder Could Miss Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (ankle) sat out of Friday's preseason contest against the Phoenix Suns. He tweaked his left ankle during Wednesday's game and was dealing with some minor swelling. Hopefully. Schroder will be ready for the season opener, but that's not a guarantee right now. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Alex Caruso, and Quinn Cook […]

Shop the Sales: UDFA Who Could Find Quick Success

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr.Irrelevant". That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr.Irrelevant" could just as easily […]

Shop the Sales: 2nd Rounders Who Could Find Quick Success

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr.Irrelevant". That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr.Irrelevant" could just as easily […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Agrees To Five-Year Extension

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo agreed to a five-year extension on Tuesday to remain with the team. The deal is worth $228.2 million and is the largest in league history. The reigning MVP averaged a career-high 29.5 points and 13.6 boards during the COVID-ridden 2019-2020 campaign. He is expected to be one of the first […]

Russell Westbrook Expected To Rest During Back-To-Back Sets

Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook is likely going to rest during back-to-back sets, according to head coach Scott Brooks. This is shocking news considering the Houston Rockets did this with Westbrook last season. He's not exactly getting any younger and the Wizards want to make sure their star point guard stays healthy. Fantasy managers should've […]

Matt Thomas Could Have Consistent Role

Toronto Raptors guard Matt Thomas appears to have impressed the team enough to earn a significant role in the rotation. "Maybe someone like Matt, for instance, just becomes part of that group for sure every night," head coach Nick Nurse said. He dropped 16 points with five assists during the preseason opener. To be fair, […]

Cole Anthony Should Have A Role Right Away

Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony is expected to be part of the rotation right away, according to head coach Steve Clifford. It sounds like the rookie guard has impressed enough to earn a role from the season opener. He'll be stuck behind Markelle Fultz, so Anthony isn't expected to earn quality minutes. He is still […]