FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Wednesday 1/1/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

We ring in the new year with an eight-game slate on FanDuel today! There are a lot of players already ruled out with injuries and another handful who are questionable for tonight, so consider these picks today a "first draft" as we all know things can change quite quickly one injury updates start pouring in […]

Bub Carrington Questionable For Wednesday's Matchup

Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (head) is questionable to play against Chicago on Wednesday. He was hit in the head during Monday's loss to the Knicks and has been suffering from a post-traumatic headache. Carrington's absence on Wednesday could open up additional playing time for players like Corey Kispert, Kyshawn George, and Jared Butler. Malcolm […]

Jose Alvarado Considered Doubtful Wednesday

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jose Alvarado (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup against Miami. Alvarado has rejoined practice at full capacity and is nearing his return to action, but it looks like his comeback will not happen in Wednesday's game. The feisty guard last played on […]

Dyson Daniels On Track To Return Versus Nuggets

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Dyson Daniels (illness) appears ready to rejoin the action on Wednesday versus Denver, with the team listing him as probable for the game. The NBA's steals leader has missed two games due to an illness. Vit Krejci will return to a backup role on Wednesday with Daniels active. The 21-year-old has made […]

Trae Young Listed As Probable For Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (Achilles) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against Denver. After carrying a heel contusion for a bit, Young is back on the injury report with right Achilles tendinitis. The star guard has skipped just two games all season, so he will likely be available on Wednesday, which limits Vit Krejci's […]

Devin Booker Will Play Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (groin) was listed as questionable for the team's Tuesday night home game against Memphis, but he was upgraded to available 30 minutes before tip-off. Booker has missed the last five games with a groin injury but will start for Phoenix in the team's final game of 2024. In his 26 […]

Cam Thomas Listed As Out Wednesday Against Toronto

Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (hamstring) returned from a 13-game absence on Sunday, but he was listed as out due to left-hamstring injury management for Wednesday's game in Toronto. In his return, Thomas looked great with 25 points, six rebounds, and five assists in 25 minutes, but he'll take a break Wednesday on the front […]

Cade Cunningham Probable For New Year's Day Against Orlando

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (knee) is in the midst of a breakout season, but he showed up on the injury report as probable with left-knee tendinopathy for the Pistons' matchup against the Magic on Wednesday. In 27 games, Cunningham has averaged 24.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 9.9 assists, and 0.9 steals in 35.9 minutes per […]

Jordan Poole Could Miss A Third Straight Contest

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole has missed the last two games due to a bruised left hip, and he was listed as questionable on the injury report for Wednesday's contest against the Bulls. Poole has been productive when available over the last month and leads the team with a 27.5% usage rate while averaging 21.9 […]

Kyrie Irving Off The Injury Report For Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) is off the injury report ahead of Wednesday's intrastate meeting with the Rockets. Irving sat out during Monday's loss to the Sacramento Kings. As a result, Jaden Hardy got the start. However, it was Spencer Dinwiddie and P.J. Washington who led the way on the scoring end, with the […]

Kyle Lowry Considered Questionable For Wednesday’s Game

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Sacramento Kings. Lowry is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to lingering right hip soreness. The veteran guard averages just over 20 minutes per game but has had modest contributions this season with 4.4 points and 2.9 assists per […]

Jalen Brunson Not On The Injury Report For Wednesday

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (calf) isn't listed on the injury report heading into Wednesday's matchup against the visiting Jazz. He had carried injury designations over the last few games because of a calf injury. However, Brunson has been on the floor, recently combining for 73 points in consecutive meetings with the Washington Wizards. […]

Terry Rozier Suspended One Game

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has been suspended one game for his involvement in a physical altercation during Sunday's win over the Rockets. The 30-year-old hasn't had the best season, averaging 12.0 points and shooting 32.2% from behind the arc. While he isn't a steady fantasy contributor, his absence for Wednesday's matchup with the New […]

Anthony Black Questionable For Wednesday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game with the Detroit Pistons. Black was out of the lineup against the Nets on Sunday due to back spasms. He didn't practice on Tuesday, so he will likely be sidelined Wednesday. If the 20-year-old second-year pro can't suit up, Gary Harris and Cole Anthony will likely […]

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Tuesday, 12/31/24): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Happy New Year’s Eve, RotoBallers! We have an exciting main slate tonight with four games tipping off at 7:00 p.m. EST. As always, FanDuel scoring and pricing will be our primary focus, with a blend of cash-game safety and GPP upside to help you dominate the last slate of 2024. Injuries and last-minute updates often […]

Devin Booker Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Devin Booker (groin) has been officially listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Memphis. He appears ready to return from a five-game absence after participating in five-on-five action during Monday's practice. However, the team hasn't yet fully committed to his return. With Booker's return, Ryan Dunn will land back on the bench, […]

Gabe Vincent Iffy For Tuesday's Action

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) is questionable to face Cleveland on Tuesday. He suffered an oblique strain on Saturday against Sacramento, logging only seven minutes of action. If Vincent can't play on Tuesday, Shake Milton should get a good opportunity to impress in his team debut. He and Dorian Finney-Smith are available for […]

Kyle Lowry Sits Out Monday's Game

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry will not play against Portland on Monday. The veteran is currently carrying a sore right hip and will miss the action after initially being listed as questionable for the game. Reggie Jackson will likely receive an uptick in minutes on Monday, especially with Eric Gordon (mouth) also out. However, […]

Keyonte George Active On Monday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) will return to the lineup on Monday against Denver. He has been upgraded from probable to available. George gets back to work after missing four games. The 21-year-old was enjoying a productive month before getting hurt, averaging 18.1 points with 4.4 rebounds and 5.4 assists. He's upped his production […]

Marcus Smart Ruled Out For Tuesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (finger) will sit out a fifth consecutive game on Tuesday against Phoenix. He's nursing a right index finger injury, and the team plans to re-evaluate Smart in a couple of weeks. With Ja Morant (shoulder) also absent and considered week-to-week, Scotty Pippen Jr. has a chance to make his mark […]

Ja Morant To Miss Time, Considered "Week-To-Week"

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (shoulder) was diagnosed with a Grade 1 AC joint sprain. He was injured in Friday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Unfortunately, the news isn't good, with the 25-year-old now considered "week-to-week." Morant has had a down year, averaging 21.2 points. It's also not ideal, considering he underwent season-ending shoulder […]

AJ Green Considered Probable For Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green (calf) is probable for Tuesday's matchup against Indiana. He practiced fully on Monday, suggesting Green's calf injury isn't very serious and that he will be good to go for the final contest of 2024. Green operates as a three-point specialist who has hit nearly 44 percent of his attempts from […]

Davion Mitchell Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Toronto Raptors guard Davion Mitchell (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Boston Celtics, per Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca. Mitchell is in danger of missing his second contest in a row due to an illness. He last suited up on December 26th, posting six points, five assists, and two steals in 27 minutes on the floor. […]

Jalen Brunson Cleared To Face Wizards

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson (calf) has been cleared to play on Monday versus Washington. He was initially regarded as questionable for the game due to right calf tightness. Brunson just cooked the Wizards for 55 points on Saturday and should be in line for another productive outing, as Washington sits among the […]

Jordan Poole Will Not Play On Monday

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Knicks. He will sit out a second consecutive game due to a hip contusion. Poole's absence in the same matchup on Saturday allowed Malcolm Brogdon to move back to the starting unit. He had one of his better games of […]

LaMelo Ball Out Again On Monday Night

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play against the Bulls on Monday. The 23-year-old has played great this season, averaging a career-high 30.1 points. However, he will now miss his 10th game of the 2024-25 campaign. Fortunately, the Hornets don't play again until Friday versus the Pistons, so Ball has more time to recover. […]

Josh Giddey Available Versus Charlotte

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (ankle) will play versus the Hornets. The 22-year-old recently missed four games. However, he returned for Saturday's contest against the Bucks, finishing with 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, and one block. With Zach LaVine (toe) and Ayo Dosunmu (calf) both sidelined on Monday night, Giddey could be […]

Ayo Dosunmu Downgraded Versus Charlotte

Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu (calf) won't play on Monday against Charlotte. He is expected to be re-evaluated in 10 days after recently suffering a right Soleus strain. However, fantasy managers had some hope he would play after he was listed as doubtful on the league's official injury report. But as expected, Dosunmu won't suit […]

Jrue Holiday Questionable Versus The Raptors

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors. The two-time All-Star is dealing with right shoulder impingement, keeping him off the floor for the C's previous three contests. With Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) also sidelined in the last two games, Sam Hauser, recently amassing nine points, three assists, and one […]

Gabe Vincent Questionable For Tuesday's Matchup With Cleveland

Dave McMenamin of ESPN reports that per Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, point guard Gabe Vincent (oblique) didn't practice on Tuesday. Vincent is now listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers due to an oblique strain he suffered against Sacramento on Saturday. If the 28-year-old is unable to suit up, […]