Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis Available for Cavaliers Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers guards Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis will be available for Wednesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Cavalliers haven't included them on the injury report. The two were traded to Cleveland by the Sacramento Kings over the weekend and will make their Cavaliers debuts. Schroder and Ellis will continue as backups in […]

Josh Hart Hurt in Blowout Win

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (ankle) left Tuesday's blowout win over the Washington Wizards in the third period, Phillip Martinez of SNY reports. He exited midway through the third quarter with a left ankle sprain. Hart notched four points, seven rebounds, and seven assists in 22 minutes as a starter. The Knicks also lost […]

Scotty Pippen Jr. Tagged as Doubtful for Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) has been upgraded to doubtful on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's encounter with the Sacramento Kings. The second-generation NBA player has been sidelined for the entire campaign so far after undergoing toe surgery in October. Recently, Pippen Jr. had a G League stint with the Grizzlies' affiliate […]

James Harden Traded to Cavaliers

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden has been traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for guard Darius Garland and a second-round pick. His trade request came as a surprise to many on Monday night, and the connection to Cleveland started immediately. The 36-year-old will join Donovan Mitchell in the Cavaliers' backcourt. Harden is scoring […]

Alex Caruso Available Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (adductor) will return to action on Tuesday against the Orlando Magic. The two-time NBA champion has been dealing with a right adductor strain, missing six games. Caruso has averaged 1.4 steals per game this season, while contributing 6.1 points in 18.2 minutes on the offensive end. Oklahoma City begins […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Could Return Wednesday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique) could return to action on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, The Athletic's Eric Nehm reports. He will miss a sixth straight game on Tuesday against the Chicago Bulls. However, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers sounded optimistic about Porter Jr.'s chances to play this week. If he […]

Austin Reaves Active Tuesday, Will Come Off the Bench

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (calf) will make his long-awaited comeback on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports. After being listed as questionable for a couple of games, Reaves is finally ready to return from a calf injury he sustained on Christmas Day. Reaves will be under a minute restriction on […]

D'Angelo Russell Won't Play Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks guard D'Angelo Russell (illness) won't be available for Tuesday's clash against the Boston Celtics. The veteran is dealing with an illness and has been ruled out after carrying a doubtful tag on the initial injury report. Russell's absence won't affect the Mavericks, as head coach Jason Kidd has used him in only one […]

Stephon Castle Considered Questionable for Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (adductor) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Castle may miss his second game in a row due to left adductor tightness. Across 39 games this season, the 21-year-old is averaging 16.6 points, 7.0 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals across 31.1 minutes per contest. If […]

Anthony Edwards Questionable to Face Raptors

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (elbow) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Toronto Raptors. Edwards has been dealing with a lingering foot issue and was questionable for Monday's action against Memphis due to back spasms. Now, he's on the injury report with a sore left elbow. Despite being banged up, Edwards […]

Caris LeVert Cleared to Play Tuesday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Caris LeVert (illness) will be active on Tuesday against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran is finally ready to return to action after an illness took him out for seven games. Coming off the bench, LeVert has averaged 7.9 points and 2.8 assists in 19.7 minutes with the Pistons this season. His addition […]

Norman Powell Out Versus Hawks

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (personal) is unavailable for Tuesday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. Powell will miss his third game in a row due to a personal matter. The 32-year-old veteran guard's next chance to return to the floor is Friday against the Celtics. With Powell and Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) also out, Miami's offense […]

Christian Braun Back on Tuesday Night

Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (ankle) will play on Tuesday versus Detroit. He's appeared in only three games since mid-November because of a sprained left ankle. It's unknown if the 24-year-old will start of come or the bench. Either way, Braun will presumably be limited. With that said, Jalen Pickett should still see fewer minutes […]

Kevin Huerter Traded to Detroit

The Detroit Pistons have acquired shooting guard Kevin Huerter in a three-way trade with the Chicago Bulls and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Huerter has spent the past two seasons with the Bulls, averaging 11.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 26 minutes per game. With Huerter heading to Detroit, he should have a smaller role […]

Jaden Ivey Traded to Chicago

The Chicago Bulls have acquired guard Jaden Ivey in a three-way trade between the Detroit Pistons and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ivey has played in 33 games this season, averaging 8.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in under 17 minutes per game. The fourth-year guard has regressed significantly from his strong 2024 campaign, and injuries […]

Bennedict Mathurin Listed as Out on Tuesday

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (rest) will not play on Tuesday when his team finishes their back-to-back with a home game against the Jazz. Mathurin has played four games since returning from a three-week absence due to a thumb injury, and he played 34 minutes and chipped in 25 points in Monday's close loss to […]

Norman Powell Downgraded to Doubtful for Tuesday

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (personal) was downgraded from questionable to doubtful on Tuesday before his team's game against the Atlanta Hawks. He looks likely to miss his third straight game away from the tea. In the games he missed, Myron Gardner and Simone Fontecchio each picked up a start. Since Miami is also without […]

Norman Powell in Danger of Missing Third Consecutive Game

Miami Heat guard/forward Norman Powell (personal) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Atlanta Hawks. He exited the lineup last week for personal reasons and could be out for a third consecutive game on Tuesday. Myron Gardner and Simone Fontecchio have each picked up one start during Powell's absence. Meanwhile, with Tyler Herro […]

Tyler Herro Misses 11th Straight Game

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (ribs) is not ready to return to action and will miss an 11th straight game on Tuesday against the Atlanta Hawks. Herro is dealing with a costochondral injury to his ribs, and there haven't been any updates on him since he departed the lineup in mid-January. Fortunately for Miami, Davion […]

Jalen Green Iffy for Tuesday Night

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (hamstring, hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the Portland Trail Blazers. After battling a hamstring injury throughout the campaign, Green also sustained a left hip contusion last week and could be out for a second consecutive game. With Devin Booker (ankle) also out of commission, Dillon Brooks […]

Devin Booker Won't Play Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) will remain sidelined on Tuesday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He will miss a sixth consecutive game but could be an option later this week. Dillon Brooks has been on a scoring tear during Booker's absence, with Grayson Allen also benefiting from more offensive touches. At the same time, […]

Anthony Edwards Cleared for Action Versus Memphis

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (back) is available to play in Monday's meeting with Memphis. Normally, he is listed on the injury report because of the familiar foot issue. However, Edwards was in danger of missing this one due to back spasms. Fortunately, that's not the case. Whith that said, he is in a fantastic […]

Josh Giddey Out Again on Tuesday Evening

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (hamstring) won't play in Tuesday's Central Division clash with the Milwaukee Bucks. He missed a few weeks because of a hamstring strain. While the 23-year-old appeared in some games since returning, he'll now miss his fourth-straight contest. It's been reported Giddey is improving, which is good. However, fantasy managers shouldn't […]

Keyonte George Remains Out on Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (ankle) won't play on Tuesday versus Indiana. The 22-year-old tweaked his left ankle during the 109-99 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night and didn't suit up for Sunday's meeting with the Toronto Raptors. Isaiah Collier got the start and contributed in a big way, finishing the evening with […]

James Harden Won't Play Monday

Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden (personal) won't play on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The former MVP will miss his second game in a row due to personal reasons. His next chance to suit up comes on Wednesday versus the Cavs. While Harden is out of the mix, Kris Dunn, Kobe Sanders and Jordan […]

Austin Reaves Could Return Tuesday Against Nets

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (calf) is considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Reaves has been listed as questionable a few times recently, but Lakers head coach JJ Redick said after Sunday's loss to the Knicks that he was hopeful to have the guard back in the mix. The 27-year-old has […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 16: 2/2-2/8

Week 16 is the last full week before the All-Star break and also includes the NBA trade deadline on Thursday. It should be a pretty eventful week in the NBA, with a lot of rumors still floating around about players who could be on the move. Last week, I wrote about some sneaky stashes for […]

Cason Wallace, Isaiah Hartenstein Rejoin Thunder Starters

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Cason Wallace and center Isaiah Hartenstein (minutes restriction) both returned to the starting lineup Sunday as injuries continued to reshape the rotation. Wallace capitalized in a big way, erupting for 27 points, seven three-pointers, six rebounds, and two steals in 30 minutes, firmly planting himself on the standard-league radar. Hartenstein, still […]

Scotty Pippen Jr. Remains Out Monday vs. Minnesota

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) will remain out Monday against Minnesota as he continues to recover from left big toe surgery performed in October. Pippen has yet to make his season debut, though recent work with the team's G League affiliate suggests a return may be approaching. His continued absence has solidified Ty […]

Keon Ellis, Dennis Schroder Could Debut Wednesday for Cavaliers

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis is expected to meet the team in Los Angeles and could be available Wednesday against the Clippers alongside fellow newcomer Dennis Schroder. Both guards arrived from Sacramento in a multi-team deal and step into a crowded backcourt rotation. Schroder brings on-ball creation after averaging 12.8 points and 5.3 assists this season, […]