Thaddeus Young Flirts With Triple-Double Tuesday

Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young did a little bit of everything Tuesday night in a thrashing of the Los Angeles Lakers. Young finished with 12 points on 6-for-12 shooting, 11 rebounds, eight assists and two steals in just 24 minutes. If the game was more competitive, it might have resulted in Young's first career triple-double. […]

Marc Gasol Disappoints In Charlotte

Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol was primed for a big game against the Charlotte Hornets Friday, who give up the seventh-most points to opposing centers this season. However, Gasol threw up a dud with just eight points on 3-for-10 shooting to go along with six rebounds and five assists in 26 minutes. Friday's loss snaps […]

Shelvin Mack Fills In Well In Spot Start

Memphis Grizzlies guard Shelvin Mack did not disappoint while filling in for starter Mike Conley (knee). In Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets, Mack finished with 19 points on 8-for-15 shooting, nine assists, three three-pointers and two steals in 35 minutes. Conley was ruled out Friday for knee soreness, so his return will most likely […]

Nicolas Batum Does A Little Bit Of Everything Friday

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Nicolas Batum contributed across the board in Friday's win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Batum scored just seven point on 2-for-4 shooting, but chipped in 10 rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks in 35 minutes. From a production standpoint, Batum has had a down year with less shot attempts leading to […]

Malik Monk Finishes With 20 Points In Win

Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk was masterful in the Friday night win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Monk finished with 20 points on 6-for-15 shooting while adding four three-pointers and three rebounds in just 25 minutes. Monk lead both teams with a plus/minus box score of plus-17 and did not commit a single turnover in the […]

Terrence Ross Scores Season-High 30 Points Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Terrence Ross was on fire off the bench Thursday night, leading his team to a win over the Indiana Pacers. Ross scored 30 points on 11-for-18 shooting while adding five three-pointers, four rebounds and three steals in 27 minutes. Ross was constantly attacking on offense while also getting threes to fall all […]

Thaddeus Young Records Double-Double In Loss

Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young has been much improved with Victor Oladipo (knee) out of the lineup and that continued Thursday night against the Orlando Magic. Young recorded a double-double with 16 points on 8-for-13 shooting and 10 rebounds in 31 minutes. Young has now averaged 11.8 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 26.3 […]

Myles Turner Scores 27 Points Against Magic

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner was in his bag Thursday night against the Orlando Magic. Turner scored a team-high 27 points on 10-for-16 shooting while adding seven rebounds in 34 minutes. Turner exploded on offense, playing aggressive all game and knocking down shots all over the court. Unfortunately this is the second straight game without […]

Kyle Kuzma Will Play Thursday Against Clippers

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (hip) will play Thursday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. Kuzma has missed the past two games with a hip strain, but will return to the court Thursday without a minutes restriction. Kuzma will join LeBron James (groin) in returns Thursday night which will lower the value of fellow […]

LeBron James Will Return Thursday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) will make his much anticipated return to the court Thursday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. James has missed 17 straight games with a groin injury in which the Lakers won six and lost 11 games. James despite being doubtful coming into the contest, James will not have […]

Luka Doncic Unavailable Thursday Night

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Luka Doncic (ankle) will not suit up Thursday night against the Detroit Pistons. Doncic is battling ankle soreness and will get a night off to recover from the ailment. This leaves the Mavericks thin in depth as they sent three starters - Wesley Matthews, DeAndre Jordan and Dennis Smith, Jr. - to […]

Jusuf Nurkic Will Miss First Game Of Season

Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (knee) will sit out Wednesday night against the Utah Jazz. Nurkic is dealing with a sore right knee and was originally questionable, then a game-time call before ultimately being ruled out. Zach Collins will likely get the spot start and would be a viable streamer for blocks. The Blazers […]

Derrick Rose Ruled Out Against Memphis

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Derrick Rose (ankle) will not see court action against the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday. Rose join Jeff Teague (foot) and Tyus Jones (ankle) on the sidelines, leaving the Timberwolves with just two active point guards. Jerryd Bayless will get another start and should be an add as long as he remains starting. […]

Gary Harris Good To Go Wednesday Night

Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris (groin) will be available Wednesday night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Harris has been banged up all season, but it appears his latest ailment won't cost him any games just yet. Look for Harris to continue his normal role in the starting lineup, but keep an eye out in case […]

Tony Parker A Late Scratch Wednesday

Charlotte Hornets point guard Tony Parker (ankle) will not play Wednesday night against the Boston Celtics. Parker was a late addition to the injury report as the Hornets ruled him out less than an hour before tip-off. The injury is listed as soreness so this is more than likely a maintenance day for the veteran […]

Dwyane Wade Out, Tyler Johnson In Wednesday Night

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (sore knee) has been ruled out against his former team the Chicago Bulls Wednesday night. Wade was questionable with a sore knee, but given the veteran's mileage, a night off might be the best option. Wade's teammate, Tyler Johnson (sore calf) was also questionable, but will "give it a try" […]

Reggie Jackson Ties Season-High With 25 Points

Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson went on the offensive Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks. Jackson finished with a team-high 25 points on 10-for-15 shooting, five assists, three three-pointers, three rebounds and zero turnovers in 35 minutes. This was easily one of the best games in recent memory for Jackson, tying his season-high he […]

Brook Lopez Extends Consecutive Block Streak

Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez swatted three shots Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons, extending his streak of consecutive games with a block to seven straight. In addition to the three blocks, Lopez also finished with 14 points on 6-for-10 shooting, six rebounds and two three-pointers in 33 minutes. Lopez has found a comfortable spot […]

Eric Bledsoe Scores 20 Points In Win

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Eric Bledsoe bounced back in a big way Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons. After coming off a 11 points, four turnovers outing Sunday, Bledsoe finished with 20 points on 8-for-15 shooting with seven assists, five rebounds, three three-pointers, two steals and zero turnovers in 30 minutes. Bledsoe is overall having […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Flirts With Triple-Double In Win

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo nearly recorded a triple-double in the win over the Detroit Pistons Tuesday night. Antetokounmpo finished with 21 points on 8-for-16 shooting and added 11 rebounds, eight assists, three steals and two blocks in 34 minutes. Antetokounmpo continues to lead the much improved Bucks, returning consistent first-round fantasy value. Antetokounmpo will […]

Elfrid Payton A Late Scratch Tuesday Night

New Orleans Pelicans point guard Elfrid Payton (ankle) will not play Tuesday night against the Houston Rockets. Payton must have picked up the sprain in their last contest as he was a late addition to the injury report. It's also possible Payton is being held out for trade talks with the news surrounding Anthony Davis, […]

Steven Adams, Terrance Ferguson Both Out Tuesday Night

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be without the services of Steven Adams (ankle) and Terrance Ferguson (back) Tuesday night against the Orlando Magic. Both Adams and Ferguson were game-time decisions Tuesday and will get the night off. Nerlens Noel and Hamidou Diallo will get the spot starts. Both will popular value plays against the Orlando […]

Sam Dekker, Ian Mahinmi Both Available Tuesday

Washington Wizards forward Sam Dekker (back) and center Ian Mahinmi (thumb) will play Tuesday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Both Dekker and Mahinmi missed Sunday's contest with their ailments, but seem to have recovered enough to take the court. Both players are not recommended fantasy options in standard leagues as they resume their bench roles.

Jamal Murray Ruled Out Against Pelicans

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) has been ruled out Wednesday night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Murray has missed the past two contests with an ankle sprain and will miss a third on Wednesday. The fact Murray is being ruled out a day in advance is a little concerning, but he should be […]

DeMarcus Cousins Scores Season-High 22 Points Monday

Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins continues to impress coming off a scary Achilles injury. Cousins scored 22 points on 7-for-12 shooting in 25 minutes Monday night in a blowout win against the Indiana Pacers. Cousins also contributed six rebounds, four assists and a three-pointer in the contest. Cousins is slowly ramping up his minutes […]

Darren Collison Continues Hot Streak Despite Loss

Indiana Pacers point guard Darren Collison has been playing well in the absence of Victor Oladipo (knee) and that continued Monday night against the Golden State Warriors. Collison finished with 13 points on 5-for-9 shooting from the field and eight assists in just 24 minutes. The Pacers let the game get away from them early, […]

Edmond Sumner Starting For Tyreke Evans Monday

Indiana Pacers guard Tyreke Evans (back) has been ruled out Monday and coach Nate McMillan has decided to start Edmond Sumner against the Golden State Warriors. Evans is having some lower back soreness but the injury is not supposed to be serious. Sumner getting the spot start is a bit of a surprise, but looks […]

Joe Harris Available Monday

Brooklyn Nets guard Joe Harris (hip) will be available Monday night against the Boston Celtics. Harris was dealing with some hip soreness prior to Monday and was originally questionable. However, Harris will not miss any time with the minor ailment. Look for Harris to resume his regular role Monday night.

Rajon Rondo Returns To Starting Lineup Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Rajon Rondo (hand) will play and start Thursday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rondo has missed almost a month with his hand injury, but will return to action Thursday with the Lakers in desperate need of ball-handling. Teammate Lonzo Ball (ankle) was designated with a Grade 3 ankle sprain and […]

T.J. Warren Will Be Shut Down For Next Two-To-Three Weeks

Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (ankle) will be shut down from basketball activities for the next two-to-three weeks. Warren was originally ruled out Thursday night against the Portland Trail Blazers before the news of the shut down. With the Suns holding one of the worst records in the league, there's no reason to push Warren […]