Darius Garland Remains Sidelined on Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. The dynamic combo guard is still recovering from toe surgery during the offseason, but his return is on the horizon. While he remains sidelined, Lonzo Ball will see some more minutes off of the bench while Jaylon Tyson […]

Andrew Nembhard Leaves Thursday With Shoulder Soreness

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) was forced to exit Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter due to left shoulder soreness. While defending Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nembhard got his arm tied up and bent a bit further than it should have. Before leaving, Nembhard posted four points, four assists, one rebound, […]

Luguentz Dort Will Be Available Thursday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort (ankle) was originally questionable for Thursday night's matchup in Indiana against the Pacers, but he was upgraded to available on Thursday afternoon. Dort typically plays plenty of minutes as a defensive specialist, but he may have to carry more of the offense with Cason Wallace (knee) joining Isaiah Joe […]

Cason Wallace Will Not Play Thursday vs. the Pacers

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (knee) will not play Thursday when the Thunder visit the Pacers. He was originally listed as questionable due to a left knee sprain, but he was downgraded to out on Thursday afternoon. The Thunder started the season with a double-overtime thriller against the Rockets, and Wallace played 42 minutes […]

Moses Moody Out on Thursday

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Moses Moody (calf) will not play in Thursday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. A calf problem will keep Moody sidelined for a second straight game. However, he could be back in action as soon as Friday. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has said he's "hopeful" Moody can play on Friday night […]

Isaiah Joe Misses Thursday's Action

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Isaiah Joe (knee) is not ready to join the action on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. The 26-year-old sniper is nursing a knee contusion at the start of the season. Jalen Williams (wrist) and Alex Caruso (concussion) also won't play, and Aaron Wiggins (knee) is questionable for Thursday's matchup, along […]

Cason Wallace Questionable for Finals Rematch

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (knee) is considered questionable for Thursday's clash against the Indiana Pacers. The 21-year-old had an impressive showing in Tuesday's season-opening victory against the Houston Rockets, but he's now dealing with a knee sprain. On Tuesday, Wallace racked up 14 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and four steals. If Wallace […]

Anthony Edwards Active Against Trail Blazers

Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards (back) will play in the season opener against the Portland Trail Blazers. Edwards missed the final preseason game for rest purposes, but he was listed as questionable for the opener due to lower back spasms. Minnesota confirmed that their superstar is suiting up and will start against the Trail […]

Grayson Allen Active for Suns’ Opening Night Game

Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (hip) will be available for the home opener against the Sacramento Kings. The Suns are anticipated to start him this season with a limited roster lacking depth after losing Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. Allen played in three Phoenix preseason games, but he's been dealing with hip soreness to put […]

Anthony Edwards a Game-Time Decision for Wednesday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (back) remains questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Portland Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old popped up on the injury report due to back spasms. Fortunately, he was a participant in Wednesday morning's shootaround. For now, Edwards is a game-time call. However, considering he has only missed six games combined in the […]

Caris LeVert Cleared for Wednesday's Game

Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (knee) is available to play ahead of Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. As expected, LeVert has been cleared to play after being listed as probable coming into the contest. The expectation is that LeVert is going to have a significant role in the rotation right away. The Pistons are […]

Alex Caruso Placed in Concussion Protocol Wednesday

On Wednesday, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso has been placed in concussion protocol. Caruso sustained a concussion during the season-opening 125-124 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. He registered eight points, two rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block across 30 minutes in a double-overtime thriller. While […]

Dante Exum Unavailable Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum (knee) won't suit up for Wednesday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs. This isn't surprising, as Exum has been dealing with a right knee problem throughout the preseason. Health issues also sidelined him for nearly the entire 2024-25 campaign, as Exum participated in only 20 games. He averaged 8.7 points […]

Isaiah Collier to Be Re-Evaluated in One Week

Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (hamstring) won't be in action for at least one week at the start of the season. He's dealing with a hamstring issue, and the team announced that Collier will be re-evaluated in one week. Collier's absence will improve the fantasy prospects of Keyonte George, who was bumped to the bench […]

Gabe Vincent Starting on Tuesday Night

According to NBA reporter Jovan Buha, Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent will start in Tuesday's opener versus the Golden State Warriors. LeBron James (back) is out, so head coach JJ Redick will roll with Vincent, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, and Deandre Ayton to kick off the 2025 campaign. Of course, that is […]

Caris LeVert Listed Probable for Season Opener

Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (knee) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. LeVert has been dealing with right-knee soreness, but he is in good enough health to likely play in the season opener. The 31-year-old veteran will play his first official regular-season game for Detroit after joining via free agency […]

Anthony Edwards Uncertain for the Opener

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (back) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Trail Blazers. The 24-year-old is battling back spasms. Although his injury designation suggests he has a chance of suiting up, fantasy managers should monitor things throughout the day on Monday. The 24-year-old averaged a career-high 27.6 points last season, adding 5.7 rebounds, […]

Jaylen Brown Questionable for Celtics Season Opener

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hamstring) is questionable for Boston's season-opening matchup with the 76ers. He strained his hamstring in the final game of the preseason but has been able to put in consecutive full practices. He said he's feeling great now but is taking it one day at a time. which is a great […]

Isaiah Joe Out Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Isaiah Joe (knee) will miss Tuesday's season-opening matchup against the Houston Rockets. He has failed to shake off a knee injury, which Joe sustained during the preseason. With Joe on the shelf, the Thunder are forced to start the season without a skilled three-point sniper. Last season, Joe sank 41.2 […]

Alex Caruso Good to Go for Season Opener

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Alex Caruso (ankle) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's season opener against the Houston Rockets. The defensive specialist appeared to have injured his ankle in the Thunder's preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets last week, but he has fully recovered for Tuesday. Due to Isaiah Joe's (knee) absence, […]

Ty Jerome to Miss at Least Four Weeks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (calf) will be re-evaluated in four weeks, the team announced. He sustained a high-grade right calf strain in Friday's preseason finale against the Miami Heat. The injury will delay Jerome's debut with the Grizzlies, who signed him to a three-year, $28 million contract as a free agent this offseason. Scotty […]

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers for Week 1 (2025): 10/21 to 10/26

Fantasy Basketball has returned, and I am back for another season of NBA content here at RotoBaller. I'm "Thunder" Dan Palyo, and I was once awarded the title of Basketball Writer of the Year back in 2021 by the Fantasy Sports Writers Association. I'll be your guide this year for working the waiver wire every […]

Christian Braun Inks Contract Extension With Nuggets on Monday

ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun agreed to a five-year, $125 million rookie contract extension with the organization on Monday. Last campaign during 79 appearences Braun averaged 15.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.1 steals while shooting 58.0 percent from the field and 39.7 percent from beyond the arc in […]

Coby White Ruled Out For First Two Weeks

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (calf) has officially been ruled out through at least the end of October and will be re-evaluated on November 3. While the team hopes he can ramp up shortly after, there is no guarantee of an immediate return, and Chicago may opt for caution with its lead guard. White is […]

Jaylen Brown Fully Cleared, Set To Lead Celtics In Season Opener

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hamstring) practiced fully on Monday and is on track to play in Wednesday's season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown dealt with minor hamstring tightness during the preseason, but his participation without restrictions signals that the team is confident in his health. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) expected to miss most […]

Josh Hart's Back Injury Puts Opening Night Status In Doubt

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart (back) missed Monday's practice as he continues to deal with a lingering back issue that kept him sidelined for most of the preseason. His status for Wednesday's season opener remains uncertain, and the Knicks may opt for caution given Hart's importance as a high-energy two-way contributor. If he's unable […]

There's "Cautious Optimism" Around Christian Braun Signing Contract Extension

Denver Nuggets guard/forward Christian Braun is up for a contract extension that was rumored to be close to done back in June. Fast forward to October, and there hasn't been anything signed, but Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports that there is "cautious optimism" that Braun and the Nuggets agree on an extension before the deadline […]

Nikola Topic Has Third-Year Option Picked Up

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nikola Topic (groin) will be sticking around for at least one more season on his rookie deal. The 12th-overall pick from the 2024 NBA Draft, unfortunately, hasn't appeared in his first game yet, but the team still picked up his third-year worth $5.4 million next season. Topic missed his first full […]

Thunder Pick Up Fourth-Year Option for Cason Wallace

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace will be with the team for at least one more season. The former 10th overall pick remains on his rookie contract, so the last two years have been team options. He's currently making $5.8 million for this coming season, and the Thunder picked up his fourth-year option next season […]

Nets Waive Kobe Bufkin

The Brooklyn Nets have waived guard Kobe Bufkin, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The Nets traded cash considerations over the offseason for the former 15th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Unfortunately, Bufkin never really found his footing with Atlanta over the past two seasons, and a shoulder surgery cut his season short last […]