DFS Alerts
Fred VanVleet (knee) will play Saturday
Fred VanVleet (knee) will play Saturday against the Miami Heat. VanVleet’s return will likely push Precious Achiuwa out of the starting lineup and cut into the minutes enjoyed over the last few games by Dalano Blanton. VanVleet will likely return to his role leading the offense for the Raptors and will limit the usage of the rest of the starting unit.
As reported by: Blake Murphy
Chimezie Metu (knee) available to play Saturday
Chimezie Metu (knee) will be available to play Saturday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Metu should see his normal run off the bench as a backup big man for the Kings. At this time he is not expected to produce enough to be considered in DFS contests.
As reported by: Sean Cunningham James Harden (hand) questionable Saturday
James Harden (hand) has been downgraded to questionable for Saturday’s game against the Golden State Warriors. If Harden were to be ruled out, Kyrie Irving and Patty Mills would be forced to shoulder the bulk of the workload for Brooklyn. Almost all Nets starters would need to be considered in DFS contests tonight due to the huge usage void that Harden’s absence would create.
As reported by: Mark Medina Fred VanVleet (knee) "probable" to play Saturday per HC Nick Nurse
Fred VanVleet (knee) “probable” to play Saturday against the Miami Heat per HC Nick Nurse. VanVleet’s likely return will push Precious Achiuwa out of the starting lineup and cut into the minutes enjoyed over the last few games by Dalano Blanton. VanVleet will likely return to his role leading the offense for the Raptors and will limit the usage of the rest of the starting unit.
As reported by: Josh Lewenberg Nemanja Bjelica (back) listed out Saturday
Nemanja Bjelica (back) has been listed out for Saturday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. With Bjelica out, the Warriors will be forced to run a smaller lineup likely leading to more minutes for Jonathan Kuminga, Gary Payton II, and Juan Toscano-Anderson at the back end of the rotation.
As reported by: Official NBA Injury Report Jimmy Butler (toe) will play Saturday
Jimmy Butler (toe) will play Saturday against the Toronto Raptors. As expected after being listed probable, Butler will be available and should see his usual minutes and heavy usage. Butler can be considered in DFS contests as he has the ability to break any slate he plays on.
As reported by: Blake Murphy Devonte' Graham (ankle) will be available and start Saturday
Devonte’ Graham (ankle) will be available and start Saturday against the Boston Celtics. Graham should be in line for his usual run and should see increased usage with Brandon Ingram still out.
As reported by: New Orleans Pelicans Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) both available to play Saturday
Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) are both available to play Saturday against the Dallas Mavericks. Both Duarte and Sabonis are expected to start and remain in their usual roles despite their inclusion on the injury report earlier in the day.
As reported by: Indiana Pacers Other tagged players: Chris Duarte De'Aaron Fox (ankle) ruled out Saturday
De’Aaron Fox (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers. With Fox out, Tyrese Haliburton should see a boost as well as Buddy Hield and Davion Mitchell. It is also likely that Maurice Harkless enters the rotation for the Kings.
As reported by: Deuce Mason Seth Curry (ankle) will play and start Saturday
Seth Curry (ankle) will play and start Saturday against the Sacramento Kings. Curry is expected to see his normal run despite dealing with an ankle injury and is worth consideration in DFS contests based on his expected production.
As reported by: Tom Moore Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) expected to play Saturday
Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) are both expected to play Saturday against the Dallas mavericks according to HC Rick Carlisle. Both Duarte and Sabonis are expected to start and remain in their usual roles despite their inclusion on the injury report earlier in the day.
As reported by: Tony East Other tagged players: Chris Duarte Jonas Valanciunas (illness) ruled out Saturday
Jonas Valanciunas (illness) has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Boston Celtics. With Valanciunas out, Willy Hernangomez should draw the start at center and would be a good play at his current price on DK (5.1K). He will need to be considered in most DFS formats due to his expected role for New Orleans.
As reported by: Erin Summers Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) listed questionable Saturday; Goga Bitadze listed out
Domantas Sabonis (ankle) and Chris Duarte (ankle) listed questionable for Saturday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks, while Goga Bitadze has been ruled out. With Bitadze ruled out, Oshae Brissett should backup Sabonis (if active) at the center position with Isaiah Jackson also available. If Duarte were to be ruled out, Lance Stephenson or Jeremy Lamb could enter the starting lineup and see increased run.
As reported by: Official NBA Injury Report Other tagged players: Chris Duarte, Goga Bitadze Ziaire Williams (knee) doubtful Saturday; Kyle Anderson (protocols) questionable
Ziaire Williams (knee) has been listed doubtful Saturday, while Kyle Anderson (protocols) has been listed questionable. With Williams likely out, John Konchar could once again enter the starting lineup for the Grizzlies and see increased run. If Kyle Anderson is able to make his return he will likely be limited but could siphon away minutes from Brandon Clarke and De’Anthony Melton off the bench.
As reported by: Memphis Grizzlies Other tagged players: Kyle Anderson Kyle Lowry (personal) and KZ Okpala (wrist) listed out Saturday; Jimmy Butler (toe) listed probable
Kyle Lowry (personal) and KZ Okpala (wrist) have been listed out Saturday, while Jimmy Butler (toe) has been listed probable. With Lowry out, Gabe Vincent is in line to get the start at the point and see increased usage with Tyler Herro and Max Strus available off the bench to back him up. Butler should be in line to starts and see his usual minutes. Butler can be considered in DFS contests as he has the potential to break any slate.
Other tagged players: KZ Okpala, Jimmy Butler