DFS Alerts
Lineup Update: Bucks will start Holiday, Connaughton, Middleton, Giannis, Lopez on Saturday
There was speculation about who would draw the start Saturday for the Bucks with Donte DiVincenzo out for the rest off the playoffs, the most likely candidates were Pat Connaughton and Bryn Forbes and Coach Budenholzer has elected to go with Connaughton as the Bucks look to complete the sweep of the Miami Heat. Connaughton now likely becomes the better DFS play though Forbes should see his minutes increase as well. It is also worth noting that Giannis who was listed as probable last night on the injury report will be available and start for the Bucks. Giannis should be expected to see his normal workload barring a blowout. The Bucks offense should be run through Giannis, Khris Middleton, and Jrue Holiday as they look to punch their ticket to the next round of the playoffs.
As reported by: Eric Nehm Other tagged players: Giannis Antetokounmpo
Lineup Update: Clippers will start Jackson, George, Leonard, Morris, Zubac on Friday
Reggie Jackson will enter the starting lineup for Patrick Beverley Friday. There was much speculation regarding what the Clippers would do with their starting lineup tonight after Head Coach Ty Lue said that he was going to make some changes. Ultimately this is the change he elected to make as the Clippers look to avoid going down 3-0 in the series to the Dallas Mavericks.
As reported by: Andrew Greif Maxi Kleber (Achilles) available to play Friday
Maxi Kleber will be available Friday for Game 3 when the Mavericks take on the Los Angeles Clippers. Kleber who has been listed as questionable ahead of all three games so far this series has seen no minutes limit when he has been cleared (36 minutes Game 1, 34 minutes Game 2) and has started, this will likely continue to be the case tonight as the Mavericks look to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. The Dallas offense will continue to be run through Luka Doncic, Kristaps Porzingis, and Tim Hardaway Jr.
As reported by: Dallas Mavericks Maxi Kleber (Achilles) expected to play Friday
Maxi Kleber is expected to be available Friday for Game 3 when the Mavericks take on the Los Angeles Clippers. Kleber who has been listed as questionable ahead of all three games so far this series has seen no minutes limit when he has been cleared (36 minutes Game 1, 34 minutes Game 2) and has started, this will likely continue to be the case tonight as the Mavericks look to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. The Dallas offense will continue to be run through Luka Doncic, Kristaps Porzingis, and Tim Hardaway Jr.
As reported by: Tomer Azarly Nerlens Noel (ankle) available to play Friday
Nerlens Noel will be available Friday for the Knicks for Game 3 against the Atlanta Hawks. Noel was a late addition to the injury report today but will be able to suit up though he will come off the bench and will likely be limited with Taj Gibson getting the start and presumably the bulk of the center minutes. The Knicks offense should continue to be run through Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, and Derrick Rose.
As reported by: Steve Popper Serge Ibaka (back) ruled out Friday
Serge Ibaka will not be available for the Clippers Friday night for game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks. Earlier in the season Ibaka missed two months with a back injury and it seems to be acting up again, with him out Marcus Morris, Ivica Zubac, and Nicolas Batum will likely absorb his minutes with the possibility of Demarcus Cousins and/or Patrick Patterson rejoining the rotation. This news will only lead to slight bumps for the players mentioned as Ibaka hasn’t seen much playing time so far this series (13 minutes Game 1, 6 minutes Game 2). The Clippers offense should continue to be run primarily through Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.
As reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski Lineup Update: Knicks will start Rose, Barrett, Bullock, Randle, Gibson on Friday
Derrick Rose will draw the start for the Knicks on Friday for Game 3 in a move that will likely move Elfrid Payton out of the rotation after lackluster play. Taj Gibson also joins the starting lineup and is expected to see the bulk of the center minutes while Nerlens Noel will come off the bench and will likely be limited due to an ankle injury he has been trying to play through.
As reported by: New York Knicks Status Update: Nerlens Noel (ankle) a game-time decision Friday, and could be limited if he plays
Nerlens Noel will be a game-time decision Friday after being listed as probable earlier in the day, though he is still expected to play he could be limited which would make Taj Gibson a much better play as he is likely to see the majority of the center minutes. The Knicks offense should continue to be run through Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, and Derrick Rose.
As reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski Serge Ibaka (back) expected to be out Friday
Serge Ibaka is expected to not be available for the Clippers Friday night for game 3 against the Dallas Mavericks. Earlier in the season Ibaka missed two months with a back injury and it seems to be acting up again, with him out Marcus Morris, Ivica Zubac, and Nicolas Batum will likely absorb his minutes with the possibility of Demarcus Cousins and/or Patrick Patterson rejoining the rotation. This news will only lead to slight bumps for the players mentioned as Ibaka hasn’t seen much playing time so far this series (13 minutes Game 1, 6 minutes Game 2). The Clippers offense should continue to be run primarily through Kawhi Leonard and Paul George.
As reported by: Shams Charania Nerlens Noel (ankle) listed probable Friday
Nerlens Noel is listed probable Friday for the knicks ahead of Game 3 against the Atlanta Hawks. Noel is a new addition to the injury report today but will most likely be able to suit up and should retain his normal starting role and see minutes in the mid 20s splitting time with Taj Gibson. The Knicks offense should continue to be run through Julius Randle, RJ Barrett, and Derrick Rose.
As reported by: Official NBA Injury Report Kemba Walker (knee) available to play Friday
Kemba Walker will be available Friday for the Celtics ahead of their Game 3 matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Walker will play through a bone bruise in his knee but there has been no word yet on if he will be limited, if he is it could mean more minutes for Payton Pritchard, Aaron Nesmith, and Romeo Langford off the bench. With Walker potentially hobbled Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart, and Evan Fournier could all be forced to shoulder more of the load on offense making them stronger plays as the Celtics look to avoid going down 3-0 in the series.
As reported by: Tim Bontemps Lineup update: Goran Dragic will start in place of Kendrick Nunn Thursday
The Heat decided to shake up their starting lineup; Dragic will come and start as opposed to Nunn. This makes Nunn a very risky play, as his minutes are essentially slashed, while Dragic will certainly benefit, and should be projected for the low 30’s, with upside for more.
As reported by: the Miami Heat via Twitter Other tagged players: Kendrick Nunn
Chris Paul (shoulder) will play Thursday
Despite a tag that listed him as probable, CP3 will play tonight against the Lakers. In the last game, it was clearly evident how Paul’s shoulder injury was causing him pain, and limited him to only 23 minutes. He’ll be able to start again, and will likely play his usual minutes, but there’s certainly still some risk. If he’s limited, it’ll be Cam Payne who is the biggest beneficiary, as he played 33 minutes last game. Payne’s price has gone up but still does have upside.
As reported by: John Gambadoro via Twitter Lineup update: Jazz will start Conley, Mitchell, Bogdanovic, O’Neale, and Gobert Wednesday
Lineup update: Jazz will start Conley, Mitchell, Bogdanovic, O’Neale, and Gobert Wednesday
Nerlens Noel (ankle) available to play Wednesday
As expected, Noel was cleared to play through his ankle injury, and will start against the Atlanta Hawks. There’s been no mention on any minutes restriction and he should be cleared for his usual 26-30 minutes.
As reported by: the New York Knicks via Twitter