Jimmy Butler Expected to Return on Friday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (knee) is expected to return to the rotation on Friday versus the Los Angeles Lakers. Butler was active for Thursday's contest against the Denver Nuggets, but head coach Tom Thibodeau said he thought it was "best to wait another day." The Wolves desperately need to win, so they don't find […]

John Wall Likely Resting on Friday

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall (rest) is likely going to sit out of Friday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Wall finished with 28 points, 14 assists, three steals, and two treys in the loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday. Beforehand, Wall said he was likely going to rest on Friday, and only wanted […]

Allen Crabbe Expected to Return Thursday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Allen Crabbe (illness) is expected to play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday. He missed Tuesday's game versus the Philadelphia 76ers due to illness. The Nets are one of the most cautious teams in the league when it comes to injuries. Brooklyn is not playing for anything, so Crabbe could very well […]

Jimmy Butler Could Return on Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler (knee) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Head coach Tom Thibodeau said there's a "chance" that Butler plays on Thursday, but it depends on how he feels in warmups. He was listed as doubtful on Wednesday, so it seems like he's been upgraded, which […]

Jeff Teague Remains Questionable on Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Denver Nuggets. He missed Sunday's game versus the Utah Jazz and is likely headed towards a game-time decision for Thursday. It's unclear how much playing time Teague will receive. He sometimes plays 20 minutes and other times plays 40-plus minutes. Tyus […]

Damian Lillard Ruled Out on Thursday

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard (ankle) has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Houston Rockets. He is considered day-to-day, but the Blazers want to be cautious as they head into the postseason. This injury is likely just a minor issue and if it was a playoff game, then Lillard would be […]

George Hill Ruled Out on Thursday

Cleveland Cavaliers guard George Hill (ankle) will not play in Thursday's contest against the Washington Wizards. This will mark his third straight game on the sidelines. The Cavs continue to be cautious with their players as they head into the playoffs. Jose Calderon (hamstring) has been fantastic in the absence of Hill but will join […]

Jose Calderon Won't Play Against Wizards

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Jose Calderon (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Washington Wizards. Calderon has battled hamstring issues throughout his career, so having soreness is not surprising. He was dealing with left hamstring soreness at shootaround and the team will hold him out of the first game of the back-to-back […]

John Wall Will Play on Thursday

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall will play against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday. However, Wall will rest on Friday versus the Atlanta Hawks. "I want to play against the teams that are going to be in the playoffs," Wall said. "No offense to the teams that are not going to the playoffs." Wall will […]

Enes Kanter Could Be Done For The Season

New York Knicks center Enes Kanter (back) could be done for the season, according to head coach Jeff Hornacek. Kanter's back has been a lingering issue and the Knicks only have four games left. The Knicks have the eighth worst record in the league and may attempt to improve their draft positioning over the next […]

Dirk Nowitzki Done For Remainder of The Season

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dirk Nowitzki (ankle) will miss the remainder of the season after having left ankle surgery. However, the procedure was relatively minor and he should not be sidelined too long. This injury should not affect Nowitzki's decision to return for one more season. It sounds like Nowitzki is leaning towards playing one more […]

DeMarre Carroll Ruled Out on Thursday

Brooklyn Nets forward DeMarre Carroll (hip) has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Nets are listing Carroll as day-to-day for the rest of the season. It would not be surprising if Carroll sat out the rest of the season since the Nets are not playing for anything. Carroll is a […]

Terry Rozier is Questionable on Wednesday

Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest with the Toronto Raptors. He was ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after saying he was "for sure" going to play on Monday. Shane Larkin (illness) will not play on Wednesday, so Rozier could be looking at heavy minutes […]

Andre Drummond is Hopeful to Play Wednesday

Detroit Pistons forward/center Andre Drummond (illness) is hopeful to play against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday. He did not go through shootaround, but wants to play against Philly. Drummond was fined, but not suspended for his incident with Quincy Acy on Sunday, so he's eligible to play. Eric Moreland would likely earn the start if […]

Dewayne Dedmon is Questionable on Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (rib) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Miami Heat. Dedmon missed Tuesday's game versus the Heat and could be out for both parts of the back-to-back set. The Hawks are playing for nothing, so they can afford to be cautious with all their injuries. Miles Plumlee would likely draw […]

Brandon Ingram Unlikely to Play Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Brandon Ingram (concussion) is considered unlikely to play against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. He did not travel with the team for Tuesday's game against Utah and has missed two straight contests due to a concussion. Ingram will not be allowed to play until he clears the NBA's concussion protocol. […]

Lonzo Ball Considered Doubtful on Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball (knee) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Ball has missed three straight games and head coach Luke Walton said "with so few games left in the season, he won’t play until it doesn’t hurt." The Lakers aren't playing for anything, so they will […]

Dennis Smith Jr. Ruled Out on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. It's the second game of a back-to-back set, so the Mavs will rest their veterans. Dirk Nowitzki (ankle), Dwight Powell (knee) and Harrison Barnes (rest) are all out for Wednesday's contest. The severity of these injuries are […]

Harrison Barnes Will Rest on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. This is the second game of a back-to-back set, so the Mavs will rest their veterans. Dirk Nowitzki (ankle), Dwight Powell (knee) and Dennis Smith Jr. (knee) will join Barnes on the sidelines for this contest. Maximilian Kleber […]

Dwight Powell Won't Play on Wednesday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. He'll join teammates Harrison Barnes (rest) and Dirk Nowitzki (ankle) on the sidelines for the second game of their back-to-back set. The severity of the injuries to Nowitzki and Powell are unclear at the moment. However, both players […]

Dirk Nowitzki Not Traveling With Mavs

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dirk Nowitzki (ankle) has been ruled out for the upcoming three-game road trip. Nowitzki is dealing with pain in his left ankle and is expected to miss the entire three-game road trip that starts Wednesday. Nowitzki did play 25 minutes in the victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. However, the […]

Manu Ginobili Won't Play Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Manu Ginobili (rest) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. It was expected that Ginobili would rest after playing 26 minutes in Tuesday's loss to the Clippers. The Spurs usually rest their veteran players in back-to-back sets. Ginobili is not worth owning in most formats and usually […]

Brook Lopez is Questionable on Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers center Brook Lopez (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz. Lopez has regularly been listed on the injury report, but usually with a "probable" tag. He's been fantastic lately, but could be looking at the night off against a tough Jazz defense. Ivica Zubac would draw the […]

Enes Kanter is Doubtful Against Magic

New York Knicks center Enes Kanter (back, wrist) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic. The Knicks have no incentive to win games, so Kanter could very well continue to be sidelined this week. Kyle O'Quinn usually benefits the most when Kanter is sidelined. O'Quinn finished with eight points, 15 rebounds, three assists […]

Chris Paul Remains Questionable for Tuesday

Houston Rockets point guard Chris Paul (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Paul has missed two straight games and four out of the last five contests. Head coach Mike D'Antoni said on Sunday that he expected Paul to be able to return for Tuesday's matchup. The Rockets have been cautious with […]

Michael Beasley is Questionable on Tuesday

New York Knicks forward Michael Beasley (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic. Beasley has been fantastic when he's available, averaging 27.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.7 blocks, 0.7 steals and 1.7 triples over his last three games. Enes Kanter (back) is doubtful for Tuesday, so the Knicks could be short-handed […]

Terry Rozier, Shane Larkin Ruled Out on Tuesday

Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Rozier said he was "for sure" going to play on Monday and was listed as probable after shootaround. However, Rozier will join teammates Kyrie Irving (knee) and Shane Larkin (illness) on the sidelines for Tuesday's contest. Head coach […]

Jonathan Isaac Ruled Out on Tuesday

Orlando Magic power forward Jonathan Isaac (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the New York Knicks. He returned to the rotation this weekend after missing three contests. However, he suffered a left ankle injury in the loss to the Hawks that could very well end his rookie campaign. The Magic are playing […]

Nicolas Batum Upgraded to Questionable on Tuesday

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Nicolas Batum (Achilles) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. He went through shootaround and has been upgraded to questionable for this contest. Batum was ruled out prior to shootaround, but is feeling better and was able to participate. Fantasy owners will likely need to wait until head coach Steve […]

Dwight Powell is Questionable on Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Dwight Powell (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Powell was listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Cleveland Cavaliers and he still played. However, he finished with six points, three rebounds, and one block in 23 minutes. Powell's fantasy value is limited since he's […]