Mon Apr 15 | 08:49 | LeBron James Notches 112th Career Triple-Double | LeBron James | PF | Heat | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James completed his 21st regular-season campaign with his 112th career triple-double in Sunday's 124-108 win over New Orleans. James put on a playmaking clinic in the first quarter and finished with 17 times, as well as having 28 points and 11 rebounds. He shot 11-for-20 from the field and also produced a monster game defensively, racking up five steals with one block. James averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists for the year across 35.3 minutes. It wasn't enough to help the Lakers get a top-six seed in the West, but the team is well-placed to make the playoffs via the play-in tournament. The Lakers start the action on Tuesday against the Pelicans, whom they have dominated all season. James has averaged a 28-6-12 line in the matchup. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Apr 14 | 18:45 | Anthony Davis Exits Sunday's Game | Anthony Davis | PF | NO Hornets | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (back, hip) finished with a 30-point, 11-rebound double-double in Sunday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Unfortunately, he exited the contest, with ESPN's Dave McMenamin reporting he suffered hip and back spasms after an awkward fall. With the victory, the Lakers secured the No. 8 spot in the Western Conference and will remain in New Orleans to meet the Pelicans on Tuesday. Davis vows he will play. But things happen, so Jaxson Hayes could be in line to start if AD doesn't suit up. |
Source: Dave McMenamin | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 22:37 | Damian Lillard Listed As Probable For Sunday | Damian Lillard | PG | Trailblazers | Free Agent |
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (adductor) is considered probable for Sunday's match-up with the Orlando Magic. The 33-year-old is expected to return to action on Sunday following his absence from Milwaukee's last game due to left adductor soreness. The Bucks will happily welcome their star point guard back into the lineup, as a win on Sunday would clinch the second seed in the Eastern Conference. With superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo remaining on the sidelines, Lillard will need to carry a heavier load. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 22:00 | Al Horford Out Against Wizards On Sunday | Al Horford | C | Hawks | Free Agent |
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (rest) will not play in Sunday's season finale against the Washington Wizards. Along with Horford, the Celtics will be resting their five usual starters. Center Luke Kornet and forward Xavier Tillman Sr. could be very busy in the frontcourt, and they are worth considering for DFS contests on Sunday, especially going up against the Wizards, one the worst teams in the National Basketball Association. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 21:53 | Jrue Holiday Sidelined Against Washington | Jrue Holiday | PG | 76ers | Free Agent |
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (knee) won't play on Sunday against the Wizards. Holiday has been banged up all year. With that in mind, the C's need him as healthy as possible for the playoffs, so he'll sit out on Sunday. The C's also won't have Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White (ankle). As a result, Payton Pritchard, coming off a double-double in Friday's win over the Charlotte Hornets, is a lock for all DFS contests. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 20:08 | Kawhi Leonard Not Playing On Sunday | Kawhi Leonard | SF | Spurs | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is set to miss the final regular season game against the Houston Rockets on Sunday. This will be the eighth consecutive game he will be sidelined because of right knee inflammation. The injury concerns continue for Leonard, and it is a mystery if he will be able to play in the first round of the playoffs. The Clippers clinched the fourth seed in the Western Conference and have nothing to play for in Sunday's contest, so they very well could rest other players or limit the minutes of their starters. P.J. Tucker, Amir Coffey, and Brandon Boston Jr. are all potential options to see a heavier workload as the regular season comes to an end. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 19:40 | Anthony Davis Probable Versus New Orleans On Sunday | Anthony Davis | PF | NO Hornets | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (eye) is listed as probable for Sunday's regular-season finale with New Orleans. AD has not only been dealing with an eye injury, but he also missed time because of an illness. However, he suited up Friday against Memphis and posted 36 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and two blocks in 43 minutes, helping the Lakers move up to the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference. The Lakers can clinch the No. 8 seed with a win in Sunday's regular-season finale, so AD and the other starters will see plenty of extra minutes in New Orleans. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 13 | 15:56 | Andre Drummond Out Again On Sunday | Andre Drummond | C | Pistons | Free Agent |
Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Knicks. The veteran sprained his ankle when these clubs met on Tuesday and has missed Chicago's previous two contests. The team hopes to have him back for the Play-In. However, there's the possibility that Drummond won't be on the floor for the Bulls again this season. As of Saturday afternoon, Nikola Vucevic isn't listed on the injury report after resting on Friday in the win over the Orlando Magic. But if Vucevic doesn't suit up, Adama Sanogo, coming off a 22-point, 20-rebound showing, would see plenty of interest from DFS Managers. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 22:21 | Kyrie Irving Ruled Out Sunday For Mavs Regular Season Finale | Kyrie Irving | PG | Cavaliers | Free Agent |
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (hamstring) didn't suit up on Friday, and he is now ruled out for Sunday's matchup with the Thunder, the team's final regular season game. Irving will get a whole week of rest before the playoffs begin. The star point guard averaged 25.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 35.0 minutes across 58 contests during this year's campaign. Luka Doncic (ankle) will also not play Sunday. P.J. Washington, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Dante Exum may see a significant uptick in fantasy production on Sunday. |
Source: Brandon Rahbar | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 21:26 | Klay Thompson Available Versus The Pels | Klay Thompson | SG | Warriors | Free Agent |
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (knee) will play on Friday against the Pelicans. Thompson had a team-high 27 points in Tuesday's win over the Los Angeles Lakers. However, he didn't suit up for Thursday's narrow win over the Portland Trail Blazers. But the Warriors took care of business without the 34-year-old, so he's ready to roll for the pivotal clash with New Orleans. With Thompson back on the floor, Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody could see fewer minutes than usual. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 19:39 | Anthony Davis Active Versus Memphis | Anthony Davis | PF | NO Hornets | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (eye) will play on Friday against Memphis. He was listed as probable, so the update isn't a surprise. But AD has not only been dealing with an eye injury, but he also missed time because of an illness. As a result, Davis could see fewer minutes if the Lakers build a decisive lead over the injury-plagued Grizzlies. |
Source: Jovan Buha | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 19:32 | LeBron James Available Versus Memphis | LeBron James | PF | Heat | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will play on Friday against the Grizzlies. The 39-year-old has battled an ankle injury for months. He also most recently missed a meeting against the Timberwolves because of Flu-like symptoms. But despite the constant mentions on the injury report, he's coming off a strong showing, amassing 33 points, 11 assists, seven rebounds, and two steals in Tuesday's loss to Golden State. With that in mind, James could have a tough time being as productive if the Lakers build a decisive lead against the injury-plagued Grizzlies. |
Source: Jovan Buha | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:29 | Brook Lopez Upgraded To Available For Friday | Brook Lopez | C | Nets | Free Agent |
Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (rest) will be available to play in Friday's contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 36-year-old appeared as questionable on the injury report earlier but has now been cleared to take the court. He has scored in double figures in five straight games and will likely have more opportunities to score in this match-up since the Bucks will be without Damian Lillard (adductor) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf). Lopez has also been busy on the defensive end, recording at least two blocks in each of his previous four games. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:20 | Kyle Lowry Returning For Philadelphia On Friday | Kyle Lowry | PG | Raptors | Free Agent |
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry (knee) will return from a two-game absence on Friday versus Orlando. He's set to link up with Tyrese Maxey (hip) on the backcourt, pushing Cameron Payne to the bench. De'Anthony Melton could also lose playing time with Lowry's return. This is a bad fantasy matchup for Philadelphia against a slow-paced team, and Lowry hasn't been a great asset for managers. The veteran is averaging only 6.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists for the month. |
Source: Kyle Neubeck | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:16 | Khris Middleton WIll Play On Friday | Khris Middleton | SF | Pistons | Free Agent |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) will be available to play in Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The sharpshooter sat out Wednesday's game versus the Orlando Magic due to left ankle injury management, but he will be able to suit up for this next contest against one of the top teams in the Western Conference. Both Damian Lillard (adductor) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) are not playing, which will likely put a lot of playmaking responsibility into the hands of Middleton. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:08 | Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford Unavailable Friday | Al Horford | C | Hawks | Free Agent |
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Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and forward/center Al Horford (toe) will step out of the lineup on Friday against Charlotte. After losing to New York 118-109 on Thursday, Boston gives all of its key guys rest on Friday, with Xavier Tillman Sr. and Luke Kornet direct beneficiaries from the frontcourt absentees. The stage is set for the two to perform well against a team that gives up the third-most points and the second-most rebounds in the league to opposing centers. |
Source: Jared Weiss | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:03 | Jrue Holiday, Derrick White Out On Friday | Jrue Holiday | PG | 76ers | Free Agent |
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Boston Celtics guards Jrue Holiday (knee) and Derrick White (ankle) won't be in the lineup on Friday versus Charlotte. Boston will run with its bench mob against the Hornets, as the entire starting five plus Al Horford (toe) has been ruled out. Payton Pritchard will get the keys to the backcourt, with Jaden Springer and Svi Mykhailiuk also in a position to benefit from the absences of Holiday and White. |
Source: Jared Weiss | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 17:48 | DeMar DeRozan Rested On Friday | DeMar DeRozan | SF | Raptors | Free Agent |
Chicago Bulls guard/forward DeMar DeRozan (rest) will get the night off on Friday versus Washington. The Bulls have nothing left to play for and complete a back-to-back set, so it's completely understandable that the team gives DeRozan some time off. Coby White is set to be the only regular starter in the lineup and should get heavy usage in a good matchup against a struggling team. Meanwhile, Chicago's bench mob led by Dalen Terry will get an opportunity to show what they are capable of in larger roles. |
Source: K.C. Johnson | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 17:44 | Nikola Vucevic Will Not Play On Friday | Nikola Vucevic | C | Magic | Free Agent |
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Source: K.C. Johnson | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 16:22 | Damian Lillard Ruled Out On Friday | Damian Lillard | PG | Trailblazers | Free Agent |
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The star guard was considered as doubtful coming into this game, but the team will ultimately hold him out. This is not good news for the Bucks as this team is already shorthanded. The expectation is that the Bucks will use a committee approach to fill the void left by Lillard. Patrick Beverley, Pat Connaughton, and Malik Beasley figure to all see more playing time. Out of the three, Beverley has the most upside in terms of streaming appeal. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |