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Evan Fournier Plays Team-High 36 Minutes
Orlando Magic shooting guard Evan Fournier scored 17 points across a team-high 36 minutes Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers. The 7-for-13 shooting performance snapped him out of a three-game malaise in which he failed to score in double figures and went a combined 8-for-34 from the field. The Orlando wing is still struggling from […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJonathan Isaac Scores 16 Points In Start
Orlando Magic small/power forward Jonathan Isaac drew the start in place of the injured Aaron Gordon during Wednesday’s loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, and he took full advantage of the opportunity to the tune of a 16-point, seven-rebound effort. Make that back-to-back double-digit performances for the second-year wing who has delivered modest returns of […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoNikola Vucevic Fouls Out In 29 Minutes
Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic was hampered by foul trouble during Wednesday’s loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, but that didn’t stop him from delivering 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists across his 29 minutes of action. Vucevic continues to hurdle toward his first career All-Star appearance, now on pace for a new career-high […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoTaj Gibson Delivers Solid Outing In Victory
Minnesota Timberwolves power forward Taj Gibson finished Wednesday’s blowout victory over the San Antonio Spurs with 13 points and eight rebounds. The 10-year vet remains one of the most consistent performers in the league, despite not commanding a large chunk of attention on a team that has players who need their shots. Gibson has averaged […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDerrick Rose Scores 16 Points In 18 Minutes
Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard Derrick Rose has made a living scoring in spurts this season and he was back at it during Wednesday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs. Rose finished with 16 points in just 18 minutes, finishing 6-for-8 from the field, including 4-for-5 from deep. Aside from leaving a game earlier in the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoRobert Covington Scores Team-High 21 Points
Minnesota Timberwolves small/power forward Robert Covington led the charge during Wednesday’s victory over the San Antonio Spurs with 21 points and nine rebounds across 31 minutes. Make that back-to-back 20-point games for Covington, who had just one 20-point game in his 13 contests as a member of the 76ers this year. He added nine rebounds […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJeff Teague Dishes Out Nine Dimes In Win
Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague piled up nine assists in just 24 minutes of action during Wednesday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs. Teague was limited primarily due to Minnesota’s convincing margin of victory, so there’s no need to worry moving forward. He has started all 16 games he has appeared in this season, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoAndrew Wiggins Ice-Cold From Field Again
Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard/small forward Andrew Wiggins remains arctic from the floor, finishing Wednesday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs 3-for-15 overall. He finished with 10 points, while adding three rebounds and two steals in 30 minutes. Wiggins’ poor shooting has become a concerning trend, as Wednesday marks the ninth consecutive game in which the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKarl-Anthony Towns Posts Double-Double In Win
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns finished Wednesday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs with 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists in 28 minutes of work. Have no fear for the long-term, as Towns was limited due to the nature of the eventual 39-point win. Towns added a pair of threes to continue his streak […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDanuel House Pours In 18 Points In 23 Minutes
Houston Rockets shooting guard/small forward Danuel House took full advantage of his second game with the franchise Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. With Chris Paul and Gerald Green unavailable, House got 23 minutes off the bench and finished with 18 points and five rebounds. He finished 6-for-13 from the floor and knocked down a pair […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJames Ennis Scores 18 Points In Defeat
Houston Rockets small forward James Ennis reaped the benefits of James Harden’s season-high 17-assist performance against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Ennis finished with 18 points, knocking down 8-of-13 shots from the floor, setting a new season high in shot attempts with both Chris Paul and Gerald Green out. Ennis has started all 17 games […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoEric Gordon Fires Up 10 Threes In Loss
Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon was asked to take on an increased offensive role again Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks with Chris Paul and Gerald Green both ruled out. The result was that Gordon finished with 17 points on 6-of-15 shooting overall, going 3-for-10 from long range. Gordon remains in the top-5 in the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoClint Capela Has Double-Double Streak Snapped
Houston Rockets center Clint Capela finished Wednesday’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks with 18 points and eight rebounds, failing to record a double-double for the first time in his last seven games. Capela was his normally efficient self from the field, finishing 9-for-12, but looked totally out of whack at the free-throw line on his […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJames Harden Posts First Triple-Double Of Season
Houston Rockets point/shooting guard James Harden answered his 54-point game Monday by posting his first triple-double of the season Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Harden finished with 25 points on 7-for-15 shooting, tying his season low with just 15 shot attempts one game after attempting a season-high 32. Without Chris Paul in the lineup, Harden […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Harris Scores 20 Points In 15 Minutes
Dallas Mavericks point guard Devin Harris dialed back the clock to his days of scoring like an All-Star during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, pouring in 20 points on 6-for-8 shooting -- including 5-for-6 from deep -- in just 15 minutes of action. Make that two consecutive Wednesday’s in which Harris has gone off […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoWesley Matthews Has Quiet Night In Victory
Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Wesley Matthews scored 11 points during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets. Matthews logged 23 minutes and aside from those 11 points on 5-of-9 shooting, didn’t do much else by way of statistical contribution. There was an assist, but that was the extent of it, marking the third time this season […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoHarrison Barnes Hits Trio Of Threes In Win
Dallas Mavericks small forward Harrison Barnes continued to fire from long range during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, knocking down a trio of triples en route to finishing with 13 points. Barnes is now averaging 2.2 made threes per game through his first 15 contests, on pace for a new career high. He remains […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoJ.J. Barea Delivers Third Double-Double Of Season
Dallas Mavericks point guard J.J. Barea needed just 18 minutes to record a double-double against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. It’s the third double-double off the bench this season for Barea, who finished with 13 points and 12 assists, while also adding three rebounds for good measure. Despite averaging fewer than 20 minutes per game, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDennis Smith Jr. Contributes Across The Board
Dallas Mavericks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. did a little bit of everything during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets, playing a team-high 31 minutes while finishing with 10 points, five rebounds, five assists and four steals. Smith was questionable with a wrist injury to play Wednesday, but that didn’t stop him from setting a […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoLuka Doncic Ties Team High With 20 Points
Dallas Mavericks point guard/small forward Luka Doncic was questionable heading into Wednesday’s game against the Houston Rockets, but was able to pour in 20 points on 6-for-11 shooting in just 24 minutes during the win. Doncic drilled a trio of threes, making it seven consecutive games in which he has had multiple threes made. The […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDeAndre Jordan Logs Just 24 Minutes
Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan saw only 24 minutes of action during Wednesday’s win over the Houston Rockets. That total marks the second-fewest minutes logged by Jordan this year, with the other instance coming in a 50-point blowout. Jordan delivered a 13-point, seven-rebound evening Wednesday, hitting 4-of-5 shots from the floor, but it’s concerning for […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Booker To Give It A Go Wednesday
Phoenix Suns point/shooting guard Devin Booker is going to take the floor Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers despite being listed as doubtful with a toe injury relatively close to tip. Owners are likely locked into Booker one way or the other at this point, so the best-case scenario sees him logging his usual minutes. […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoT.J. Warren Cleared To Play Wednesday
Phoenix Suns small forward T.J. Warren has been given the thumbs up to play in Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Warren had a questionable designation slapped on him a few hours prior to tip due to a sore right ankle, but it appears he’s going to give it a go on the second […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMarcin Gortat Ruled Out On Wednesday
Los Angeles Clippers center Marcin Gortat has been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to back spasms. Gortat was able to warm-up for the contest, but will ultimately be unable to go, which could mean Montrezl Harrell will be in line for more minutes at the center position, along with Boban […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoDevin Booker Doubtful To Play Wednesday
Phoenix Suns point/shooting guard Devin Booker is doubtful to play in Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a toe injury. Booker wasn’t listed on the injury report all day, so his potential absence could put owners in a bind. Booker has scored at least 20 points in five consecutive games and taken […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoStephen Curry To Return To Action Saturday
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry will make his much-anticipated return to the floor Saturday against the Detroit Pistons. Curry has already been ruled out for Thursday’s contest against the Toronto Raptors, but that appears to be the last time the left groin strain that has hampered him will keep him on the bench. Head […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoKosta Koufos Tagged As Questionable For Thursday
Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a strained right calf. Being tagged questionable is a step forward for Koufos, who has missed the previous seven games, and 13 games in total for Sacramento this season. Should he be able to suit up, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoMalik Monk Won’t Return With Quad Injury
Charlotte Hornets shooting guard Malik Monk has been ruled out for the second half of Wednesday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets due to a quad injury. Monk logged eight minutes in the first half, scoring two points while adding three assists and one rebound. Monk delivered a career-high 26-point performance against the Hawks on Sunday, […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoAaron Gordon Ruled Out On Wednesday
Orlando Magic small/power forward Aaron Gordon has been ruled out for Wednesday’s contest against the Portland Trail Blazers due to back stiffness. Jonathan Isaac will make the start in his place and not have a minutes restriction, which could make him a highly-sought DFS play on the night slate. Gordon was held scoreless against the […]
Jesse Borek 6 years agoPau Gasol Out Indefinitely With Stress Fracture
San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol will remain out indefinitely due to a stress fracture in his right foot, head coach Gregg Popovich confirmed. Gasol hasn’t appeared in a game since Nov. 4, having missed the last 11 contests for San Antonio. In his place, Jakob Poeltl has seen minutes off the bench, but it’s […]
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