Anthony Davis Gets Green Light To Suit Up Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers power forward/center Anthony Davis (knee) has been cleared to play Saturday versus the Pistons. Davis had been questionable throughout the day due to a left knee contusion, but he ultimately has been given the thumbs up with no mention of a minutes restriction. With Davis in the mix, those fantasy managers who […]

Goran Dragic Will Miss Sunday’s Game

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest versus the Knicks due to a sprained left ankle. Dragic sustained the injury during the second half of Friday's game, and his absence should pave the way for Kendrick Nunn to see an increased role. Head coach Erik Spoelstra will have […]

P.J. Washington Earns Questionable Tag For Sunday

Charlotte Hornets power forward P.J. Washington (foot) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Sunday's contest versus the Wizards due to a sprained right foot. Washington has missed each of the team's past two contests due to the ailment, giving head coach James Borrego a chance to start his three-headed backcourt trio of Devonte' […]

Paul George Will Miss Sunday’s Contest

Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard/small forward Paul George (toe) has been deemed unavailable for Sunday's game versus Sacramento, marking his second consecutive absence. Luke Kennard entered the starting five Friday in place of George, while the All-Star's offensive contributions were largely reallocated throughout the roster. Kawhi Leonard figures to continue benefiting from George's absence statistically, […]

Devonte' Graham Will Miss First Outing Of Season Sunday

Charlotte Hornets point/shooting guard Devonte' Graham (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus Washington due to a strained left groin. Graham's absence will mark his first of the season, paving the way for LaMelo Ball to see an increased workload, even after starting alongside Graham on Friday. Malik Monk could also benefit from […]

Orlando Rules Out Evan Fournier Saturday Due To Back Spasms

The back spasms that have derailed Orlando Magic shooting guard Evan Fournier's season have cropped again as of Saturday. Fournier was a post-lock time scratch due to the ailment, which has now ruled him out for the remainder of the contest against Chicago. Dwayne Bacon entered the starting five in his place and would stand […]

Anthony Davis Picks Up Questionable Tag For Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers power forward/center Anthony Davis (knee) has been listed as questionable to play in Saturday's game versus the Pistons due to a left knee contusion. Davis missed the last meeting between the two clubs, which allowed Kyle Kuzma to enter the starting five and deliver a double-double in place of Davis. Should Davis […]

Joel Embiid Cleared To Suit Up Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been given the green light to take the floor for Saturday's game versus the Nets as he works through right knee soreness. Embiid has been playing at an elite level over his last seven games, averaging 35.6 points and 9.7 rebounds per contest in that span, all while […]

Jaylen Brown Remains Sidelined For Sunday’s Contest

Boston Celtics small forward Jaylen Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Suns due to a sore left knee. Grant Williams was elevated into the starting five Friday in Brown's absence and played a career-high 32 minutes, an indication of the role that he could play as long as Brown is […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Enters Starting Five Saturday

Minnesota Timberwolves power forward/center Jarred Vanderbilt has rejoined the team's starting lineup for Saturday's contest versus Oklahoma City, bumping Josh Okogie to the second unit. Vanderbilt had a six-game stretch earlier this year among the starting five, which resulted in him averaging 9.0 points, 6.3 boards, 2.3 assists, and 2.0 steals, making him an appealing […]

Atlanta Clears Onyeka Okongwu To Return Saturday

Atlanta Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu (Achilles) has been given the thumbs up to get back in action Saturday versus Toronto after a three-game absence related to left Achilles soreness. Okongwu has played sparingly during his rookie season due to injuries, but has shown a propensity for shot-blocking (1.2 per game) when cleared. That being said, […]

John Wall, David Nwaba Will Play In Saturday’s Contest

Houston Rockets point guard John Wall (back) and shooting guard/small forward David Nwaba (ankle) have both been cleared to play in Saturday's game versus San Antonio, adding to the team's backcourt depth. Wall has seen his minutes total kept in check over the past two weeks as he deals with myriad ailments, whereas Nwaba has […]

Eric Paschall Will Miss Saturday’s Game

Golden State Warriors power forward Eric Paschall (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus Dallas as he continues to battle knee soreness. His absence means that Golden State will once again be significantly short-handed in the frontcourt, likely paving the way for Draymond Green and Juan Toscano-Anderson to see significantly increased workloads and […]

D'Angelo Russell Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Minnesota Timberwolves point/shooting guard D'Angelo Russell (quad) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Oklahoma City as he continues to work through a quad contusion. Russell missed three games due to the ailment back in January, but had returned to play in each of Minnesota's past five contests. Ricky Rubio will enter the starting […]

Shai Gilgeous Alexander, Luguentz Dort Cleared To Play Saturday

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have reinforcements for Saturday's game versus Minnesota after having just eight players at their disposal Friday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee), Luguentz Dort (knee) and Theo Maledon lead the returning charge and are likely to return to their previous workloads after a stint out of the mix. Hamidou Diallo sees his DFS […]

Trae Young Receives Green Light To Play Saturday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (calf) has been given the thumbs up to take the floor for Saturday's contest versus Toronto while dealing with a right calf contusion. Young is back in the mix after a one-game absence, bumping Rajon Rondo back to the second unit and out of DFS consideration. When healthy, Young […]

Isaiah Roby Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Oklahoma City Thunder power forward/center Isaiah Roby (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Minnesota due to a sore right foot. With both he and Al Horford (rest) sidelined, Mike Muscala figures to see a sizable role in the frontcourt and should be one of the most highly-targeted DFS options during a crowded […]

Daniel Theis Departs Early Friday Due To Knee Soreness

Boston Celtics center Daniel Theis (knee) was not able to return for the second half of Friday's game versus the Clippers due to a sore left knee. With Boston cramming games into a small window, it appears as if the organization was just playing it safe as it pertained to holding Theis out. Carsen Edwards […]

Goran Dragic Sprains Ankle Friday, Uncertain For Sunday

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic (ankle) went down with a sprained left ankle in the third quarter of Friday's win over Washington, an ailment that kept him from returning. Dragic had been dealing with a knee ailment, but felt well enough to play, and thereby was inserted into the starting five Friday. Now, his […]

De'Andre Hunter Ruled Out Saturday; Remains Without Timetable

Atlanta Hawks small/power forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) has officially been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus Toronto as he works his way back from what the team has called "articular wear and tear" in his right knee. Hunter's absence doesn't appear to be ending anytime soon, with the team expected to re-evaluate his status by […]

Matthew Dellavedova Eyes Return To Action In 2021

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Matthew Dellavedova (concussion) recently made it clear that he's not retiring despite a recent concussion that has kept him in the league's protocol thus far in 2020-21. The Cavs are hopeful to get Dellavedova back this year as a reserve guard, and his placement on the Australian National Team for the […]

Nerlens Noel Will Miss Saturday’s Game

New York Knicks center Nerlens Noel (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest against Portland due to a knee ailment. Noel's presence on the defensive end will be missed (eight blocks in his last two games), potentially opening the door for Obi Toppin to see increased minutes in the frontcourt. Aside from those fantasy […]

Larry Nance Jr. Earns Questionable Tag For Saturday

Cleveland Cavaliers small/power forward Larry Nance Jr. (wrist) has improved enough to be listed as questionable for Saturday's contest versus the Bucks as he works his way back from a wrist sprain. Nance has missed each of the team's last three games due to the ailment, paving the way for Taurean Prince to see an […]

Kevin Durant Improves To Questionable For Saturday

Brooklyn Nets power forward Kevin Durant has been bumped up to questionable to play in Saturday's game versus Philadelphia as he works through the league's health and safety protocols. Durant's fiasco from Friday has delivered significant fallout, with the superstar not having tested positive for the virus, but reportedly having been in contact with another […]

Kyrie Irving Will Miss Saturday’s Contest

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving (finger) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus the 76ers due to a sprained right index finger. Irving's absence will allow James Harden to take over starting PG duties, just 24 hours removed from a contest in which he dished out 12 assists while taking just eight shots. […]

Daily Fantasy Basketball (DFS) Lineup Picks for February 6, 2021

  NBA DFS Premium Cheat Sheet for 2/6 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard   CORE PLAYS MARKED IN GREEN ABOVE   Game of the Day Warriors @ Mavericks (-4), 231 total No big men? No problem, at least for the Warriors. Despite not having a player over 6-foot-7 available […]

Ben Simmons Set For Return To Action Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard/small forward Ben Simmons (calf) has been listed as probable to take the floor for Saturday's game against the Nets as he works through a tight left calf. Simmons was held out of the team's most recent matchup, allowing Furkan Korkmaz to enter the starting five, where he played 38 minutes and […]

Collin Sexton Gets Green Light To Suit Up Friday

Cleveland Cavaliers point/shooting guard Collin Sexton (neck) has been cleared to play in Friday's contest versus Milwaukee despite a previous questionable designation due to a neck ailment. Since a five-game absence related to an ankle injury, Sexton has continued to be an offensive dynamo, averaging 23.6 PPG in nine games upon his return. With two […]

Atlanta Lists Trae Young As Questionable For Saturday

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (calf) has been deemed questionable to play in Saturday's contest versus the Raptors due to a right calf contusion. Young missed Thursday's game due to the ailment, allowing Rajon Rondo to draw the start. But the veteran shot 0-for-7 from the field in that outing, making him a tricky […]

Joel Embiid Earns Questionable Tag For Saturday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee) has been listed as questionable to suit up for Saturday's game versus the Nets due to a sore right knee. Embiid's knee issue is a new addition to the injury report, especially in light of the big man's recent back troubles. Should he ultimately be held out, Dwight Howard […]