Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (illness) will sit out Sunday's contest versus the Golden State Warriors. Gobert was questionable to play as he is dealing with a non-COVID illness but is unable to go. With Gobert out, Naz Reid and Nathan Knight should see increased roles. Reid is the favorite to start and holds higher upside due to his direct path to minutes.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) continues to collect questionable tags while he still suffers from groin soreness stemming from a groin strain a little while ago. He was questionable before the last two contests but ended up playing close to 30 minutes in each. Fantasy managers should watch for any news right before tipoff since his status seems to lean more on how he feels right before game time. If he ends up sitting out, Naz Reid would have streaming appeal in any fantasy format.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. The big man was tagged as questionable on Friday as well, but he ended up playing 30 minutes in that contest. It'll likely come down to how Gobert is feeling closer to game time. His absence would mean Naz Reid would slide into the starting five. He has been hit-or-miss lately, but would have some streaming appeal if Gobert is unable to play.

The Russell Westbrook experiment in Los Angeles has been less than ideal over the past two years and has officially come to an end. With the West stocking up everywhere, the Lakers knew they had to make a splash in order to make a push to the playoffs.The Lakers executed a three-team trade with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves, involving a total of eight players and multiple draft picks Wednesday night. The Lakers sent Russell Westbrook, Juan Tuscano-Anderson, and Damian Jones to the Utah Jazz in exchange for Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt while also acquiring D'Angelo Russell from the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Jazz also sent Mike Conley and Nickeil Alexander-Walker to the Timberwolves while accumulating even more draft capital.So just what is the fantasy basketball fallout of this blockbuster trade? Let's examine how each of the teams and players in the deal may be affected going forward. 

Fantasy Basketball Fallout: Russell Westbrook

Westbrook is expected to be bought out from Utah and enter free agency. There are already rumors of teams interested in the veteran point guard, including the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, and Chicago Bulls. If Westbrook were to be claimed, he would likely be given a prominent role immediately given these three teams are all lacking in the point guard position. Westbrook's caveat has always been his personality fit so it remains to be seen how well he can mesh with his new team if he is claimed. 

Fantasy Basketball Fallout: Lakers

The Lakers get some much-needed spacing and size with the additions of Russell, Beasley, and Vanderbilt. Russell is shooting a career-high 39.1 percent from three while averaging 17.9 points, 6.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game this season. Russell should absorb Westbrook's minutes and will likely start at point guard over ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. His absence would likely mean Naz Reid would move into the starting five. However, Reid hasn't been too sharp over the last few games, but is averaging 9.5 points and five rebounds in that span. Taurean Prince has played a bigger role lately with Kyle Anderson (back) banged up as well. Between the two, Reid is the better streaming option, but fantasy managers will have to check back on Friday for another update on Gobert and Anderson.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) has popped back up on the injury report with the same groin issue that he's been dealing with for the past couple of weeks. He has been able to play the last two games even though he didn't see more than 26 minutes in either contest. We've seen a handful of players miss extended time with groin injuries and if Gobert can't suit up, then Naz Reid would be the best streaming option on the team.

Without a doubt, Kyrie Irving is arguably one of the most naturally gifted players in the National Basketball Association. He's a fantastic ball-handler and can get to the rim with ease. However, the former Duke Blue Devil's career has been surrounded by controversy, ultimately impacting his ability to win an MVP.The NBA trade deadline kicked off with a bang when Irving, who had demanded a trade out of Brooklyn, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. NBA fans and fantasy managers are left wondering how things will play out.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Kyrie Irving's Season Recap

Irving got suspended for an antisemitic social media post, keeping him out of the lineup for eight games. But since then, the 30-year-old stayed out of the limelight, so most had assumed he finally turned things around. He's played well all season, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 40 appearances.https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1622324668047794177?s=20&t=NTffJ2tRvNpjAA7bddjYHQHe was also selected to the All-Star team for the eighth time in his career. However, things were apparently going too well, as Irving dropped a bombshell by requesting a trade. His wish was granted, as he was sent to Dallas in exchange for ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) will play and start Sunday against the Denver Nuggets. Gobert continues to be listed as questionable with lingering groin soreness but will not miss Sunday's game. Gobert should not see any restrictions, but the Timberwolves have a back-to-back set coming up on Tuesday and Wednesday. If Gobert is forced to sit one of those games, look for Naz Reid to see the spot start.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) will play on Friday against Orlando. He's been in and out of the lineup of late because of a groin strain, recently missing Wednesday's matchup versus the Golden State Warriors. However, Gobert is good to go and could thrive against a Magic team that won't have Wendell Carter Jr. (foot) underneath the basket.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) is questionable to play against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Gobert has been listed as questionable for the past several games yet has played big minutes in all of them. Gobert will likely continue to be listed as questionable in the near future in case his injury does flare up, but there appears to be no indication of that happening. If Gobert is somehow not out there Wednesday, Naz Reid would be a streaming target for fantasy.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) has received another questionable tag heading into Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. The 30-year-old has seen a questionable tag for a couple of weeks now for the same groin soreness but has played the last four games. At this point, it seems precautionary so that he can sit out if it flares up again one day. If that happens to be the case on Monday, Naz Reid would be a solid streaming option as he usually takes over the starting role.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies while he's dealing with right groin soreness. Gobert's health has been shaky over the last few weeks as he's left a couple of games early and missed a few games in the process. While Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) remains out, the team would likely roll Gobert out there as long as his pain isn't too bad. Naz Reid would be the best streaming option if Gobert can't play while Luka Garza may see some added time off of the bench.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 30-year-old missed three games because of a groin injury before returning on Monday versus the Houston Rockets, finishing with 16 rebounds, 15 points, and four blocks. However, with Minnesota drawing a back-to-back after the meeting with the Pels, Gobert may get a night off. If that's the case, Naz Reid, who's averaged 15.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 1.4 blocks in seven starts this season, would likely move back into the starting lineup.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert ended a three-game absence with a 15-point, 16-rebound double-double in Monday's 119-114 loss to Houston. He also had four blocks and one assist in 36 minutes on the court, shooting 5-for-8 from the field and 5-for-7 at the charity stripe. The French giant is now averaging 15.8 points and 14.3 rebounds with 1.7 blocks in the last six games he has been able to finish. It's a big improvement from his overall numbers, so it appears that Gobert is finally feeling comfortable with his new surroundings and is ready to have a strong finish to the season.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) remains with a questionable tag ahead of Monday's contest versus Houston. He has missed the last three games with a sore right groin, and Gobert was already battling with the ailment in two games before being forced to take some time off. Gobert's debut campaign in Minnesota hasn't gone according to play, although he had just started to pick up momentum before getting hurt and could be ready to continue where he left off when he's eventually back on the court. If that doesn't happen on Monday, Naz Reid is set to remain a starter. He's tallied 15.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in seven total starts this season.

It wasn't a good day for many clubs around the National Basketball Association, with many teams dealing with unsettling injuries to their top players. Although these situations are always challenging for teams, fantasy managers are also left scrambling to find a replacement.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 21, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Marcus Smart Injury Update

The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for Saturday's meeting with Toronto, as the MVP candidate got the day off to deal with wrist soreness. Luckily, the C's recently got Jaylen Brown back from a three-game layoff, so the team at least had its No. 2 scoring option. Boston also had Marcus Smart, who is proficient on both ends of the floor.Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year's evening didn't last long, as he exited in the first half after suffering a sprained right ankle. Smart has battled ankle injuries throughout his career, so fantasy managers are familiar with this.https://twitter.com/ChrisForsberg_/status/1616933981362028546?s=20&t=ADA6dM_t2muMcgq6cJRitwWhile X-ray results were encouraging, revealing no structural damage, he'll likely miss a game or two, possibly more. As a result, ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. The big man will miss his second straight game due to right groin soreness. His absence should mean that Naz Reid draws another start. He's worth streaming in most formats while Gobert is sidelined. Reid is providing 12th-round value in 9-cat formats over the last two weeks. He should continue to have streaming value while he's in the starting five.

It was a busy nine-game slate around the National Basketball Association. However, it wasn't a good night for many clubs, especially the ones that dealt with an injury.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

LaMelo Ball Injury Update

LaMelo Ball exited Monday's meeting with the Rockets with a sprained left ankle. This is an all too familiar ailment, as the 21-year-old injured it twice already this season. He missed the first 13 games of the 2022-23 campaign because of it before making his season debut on November 12 against Miami.https://twitter.com/HornetsOnBally/status/1615898994508546048?s=20&t=2ONmwk9cIuX1k5z8xOpxsQUnfortunately, the 2020 No. 3 overall pick was incapacitated again after stepping on a fan's foot during a matchup with Indiana just a few days later, keeping him sidelined for an additional 11 games. Now, it appears fantasy managers will be without Ball for a while, considering he needed help getting to the locker room.With ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (groin) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Denver. The former Defensive Player of the Year has logged just a total of 18 minutes across the last two games while trying to battle through a groin problem and now won't be in the lineup at all. Gobert's absence makes Naz Reid a no-brainer choice for managers again on Wednesday. The 23-year-old can also make an impact off the bench, but he has been particularly impressive as a starter this season, averaging 20.3 points and 8.0 rebounds.