DFS Alerts
Kyle Lowry (hamstring) out Sunday; Bam Adebayo (quad), P.J. Tucker (calf), Gabe Vincent (toe), and Caleb Martin (ankle) all expected to play
Kyle Lowry (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks, while Bam Adebayo (quad), P.J. Tucker (calf), Gabe Vincent (toe), and Caleb Martin (ankle) are all expected to play. With Lowry out, Gabe Vincent seems to be the most likely candidate to join the starting lineup for the Heat with he, Jimmy Butler, and Tyler Herro expected to handle most of the ball handling duties. Almost every single player in the rotation sees a bump with Lowry off the floor and can be considered a better play.
As reported by: Miami Heat Other tagged players: Bam Adebayo, P.J. Tucker, Gabe Vincent, Caleb Martin
Frank Ntilikina (illness) questionable Monday
Frank Ntilikina (illness) has been listed questionable for Monday’s game against the Utah Jazz. Ntilikina is not expected to play a role for the Mavericks even if cleared to play, so his availability should not be considered DFS relevant at this time.
As reported by: Dallas Mavericks Ben Simmons (back) out Monday
Ben Simmons (back) has been listed out for Monday’s game against the Boston Celtics. Simmons was originally expected to give it a go Monday but woke up with back soreness today and has since been ruled out. With Simmons out the Brooklyn starters and rotation will remain somewhat similar as to what we have seen so far with some small changes likely being made due to the success that different lineups had yesterday (Blake Griffin played some quality minutes after being a DNP until this point in the series). The Nets will once again rely mainly on Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant to stave off elimination.
As reported by: Michael Scotto Fred VanVleet (hip) listed questionable for Monday
Fred VanVleet (hip) has been listed questionable for Monday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. If FVV were unable to suit up, the Raptors would likely go with a bigger starting lineup with Scottie Barnes and/or Pascal Siakam running point. Khem Birch and Precious Achiuwa would be candidates to enter the starting lineup with both Malachi Flynn and Dalano Blanton candidates to see some backup guard minutes.
As reported by: Official NBA Injury Report Warriors will start Poole, Thompson, Wiggins, Green and Looney on Sunday
Warriors will start Poole, Thompson, Wiggins, Green and Looney on Sunday. Jordan Poole will once again draw the start at point guard with Stephen Curry set to come off the bench. Curry played 31 minutes last game and could see his minutes increased again according to HC Steve Kerr.
As reported by: Anthony Slater Nuggets will start Morris, Barton, Gordon, Jeff Green and Jokic on Sunday
Nuggets will start Morris, Barton, Gordon, Jeff Green and Jokic on Sunday. This is as expected in a must win Game 4 for the Nuggets.
As reported by: Denver Nuggets Bulls will start Caruso, LaVine, Williams, DeRozan and Vucevic on Sunday
Bulls will start Caruso, LaVine, Williams, DeRozan and Vucevic on Sunday. This is as expected as the Bulls look to bounce back from a Game 3 blowout.
As reported by: Chicago Bulls Bucks will start Holiday, Matthews, Giannis, Portis and Lopez on Sunday
Bucks will start Holiday, Matthews, Giannis, Portis and Lopez on Sunday. This is as expected with Portis getting the start again with Khris Middleton still sidelined.
As reported by: Milwaukee Bucks Dillon Brooks (foot) available Saturday; Grizzlies will start Morant, Bane, Brooks, Jackson Jr. and Tillman
Dillon Brooks (foot) will be available Saturday. Brooks should be in line to remain in his normal role and see his usual minutes as a member of the starting lineup. The Grizzlies will start Morant, Bane, Brooks, Jackson Jr. and Tillman with the big surprise being Tillman joining this group. He should be in line to see more minutes but still not “true” starter minutes as Brandon Clarke and Kyle Anderson should both play significant roles off the bench.
As reported by: Rob Fischer Timberwolves will start Beverley, Russell, Edwards, Vanderbilt and Towns on Saturday
Timberwolves will start Beverley, Russell, Edwards, Vanderbilt and Towns on Saturday. This is as expected.
As reported by: Minnesota Timberwolves Celtics will start Smart, Brown, Tatum, Horford and Theis on Saturday
Celtics will start Smart, Brown, Tatum, Horford and Theis on Saturday. Robert Williams will be available off the bench but is expected to be limited to around 20 minutes with a hard cap of 24 minutes.
As reported by: Boston Celtics Nets will start Irving, Curry, Brown, Durant and Drummond on Saturday
Nets will start Irving, Curry, Brown, Durant and Drummond on Saturday. This is as expected.
As reported by: Brooklyn Nets Robert Williams (knee) available Saturday, will play up to 24 minutes off bench per HC Ime Udoka
Robert Williams (knee) will be available Saturday, and is expected to play up to 24 minutes off bench per HC Ime Udoka. Williams will play in short bursts as he works his way back from a knee injury. This should limit the minutes of Daniel Theis who will likely once again draw the start as well as limiting the minutes of Al Horford at the five. Robert Williams is a bit too expensive to be played in DFS contests, especially with his minutes limited. It is worth noting that though Williams’s hard cap on minutes is 24, the Celtics will try to keep him closer to 20 minutes max.
As reported by: A. Sherrod Blakely Clint Capela (knee) questionable for Sunday; Lou Williams (back) out
Clint Capela (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday, while Lou Williams (back) has been ruled out. Capela was back at practice today and from reports appeared to be moving pretty well. It will be interesting o see if he slots back into the starting lineup right away (if available) or if he comes off the bench in a limited capacity. If Capela returns, Collins will likely see fewer minutes at center with Onyeka Okongwu playing even less of a role off the bench. With Lou Williams still out, Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot should continue to round out the Atlanta rotation.
As reported by: Chris Kirschner Other tagged players: Lou Williams Kyle Lowry (hamstring), Bam Adebayo (quad), P.J. Tucker (calf), and Caleb Martin (ankle) listed questionable for Sunday; Gabe Vincent (toe) listed probable
Kyle Lowry (hamstring), Bam Adebayo (quad), P.J. Tucker (calf), and Caleb Martin (ankle) have all been listed questionable for Sunday, while Gabe Vincent (toe) has been listed probable. Kyle Lowry is the only new addition to the report and is also likely the only player in any real danger of missing tomorrow’s game. If he were to miss Gabe Vincent and Caleb Martin would be candidates to enter the starting lineup with all other starters likely to play a bigger role handling the ball.
As reported by: Anthony Chiang Other tagged players: Bam Adebayo, P.J. Tucker, Caleb Martin, Gabe Vincent