DFS Alerts
Danilo Gallinari will play for Nuggets tonight
The Nuggets forwards hasn’t played since the beginning of the month but will finally return to action tonight when his team takes on Sacramento. It’s hard to know what kind of role he will have in the rotation but he should be able to put in some solid minutes and is a viable small forward option on this small six-game slate.
As reported by: James Ham on Twitter
Tyler Ennis traded from Houston to the Lakers
In a move that has little fantasy relevance, Ennis has been acquired by the Los Angeles Lakers from the Houston Rockets. Ennis has not topped 10 minutes of playing time since December 27th.
As reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter Roy Hibbert acquired by Denver Nuggets for second round draft pick
The Nuggets acquire some frontcourt depth as they have added the veteran center from the Bucks in exchange for a second round pick. The move has little relevance in terms of DFS impact.
As reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter Bulls trade Taj Gibson and Doug McDermott to Thunder for Cameron Payne, Anthony Morrow and Joffrey Lauvergne
The Thunder have acquired a veteran power forward in Taj Gibson, a spot where they’ve been starting unproven rookie Domantas Sabonis, so that’s an upgrade for the team in that regard. The rest of the deal saw Doug McDermott go to the Thunder in exchange for Cameron Payne, Anthony Morrow, and Joffrey Lauvergne. The Bulls obtain some quality young talent in Cameron Payne who should be given every opportunity to start at point guard while Anthony Morrow provides a defensive presence. Bobby Portis should receive a huge boost with Gibson out of the way in Chicago although Lauvergne could potentially see some run as well.
As reported by: Shams Charania on Twitter Other tagged players: Doug McDermott, Anthony Morrow, Joffrey Lauvergne, Cameron Payne K.J. McDaniels traded from Houston to the Brooklyn Nets
McDaniels was an unessential part of the Rockets rotation and will likely get more playing time as a result of this deal to the Nets – he might have some DFS viability down the road with Bojan Bogdanovich having been dealt.
As reported by: Adrian Wojnarowski on Twitter Rodney Hood unsure if he will play on Friday
Hood was looking to return to action for the Jazz on Friday but told local media that he’s still unsure if he will be able to play. We’ll continue to monitor this situation and report back when more information comes in.
As reported by: Andy Larsen on Twitter Dwyane Wade expects to play on Friday
Wade has missed time of late due to illness and a wrist injury but has had time to recover over the All-Star Break and is expected to play for the Bulls on Friday.
As reported by: K.C. Johnson on Twitter Garrett Temple remains out for Kings tonight
The Kings guard has still not recovered from his hamstring injury and will remain out when they take on Denver tonight. Newly acquired Buddy Hield and Tyreke Evans stand to benefit the most from his continued absence.
As reported by: Sean Cunningham on Twitter Chris Paul listed as OUT by Clippers for their game tonight
He had been listed as medically cleared by the team heading out of the All-Star Break but he appears as out on the team’s official injury report so it looks as if he will not be playing tonight. Austin Rivers and Raymond Felton will continue to man the point in his absence.
As reported by: Brad Turner on Twitter Other tagged players: Austin Rivers, Raymond Felton Aron Baynes questionable for Detroit tonight due to illness
It’s also possible that Baynes could be dealt before the trade deadline later this afternoon. Regardless the team has listed him as questionable which could open up big minutes for Andre Drummond against the likes of Frank Kaminsky . Boban and Jon Leuer would also see additional playing time if Baynes sits or is dealt.
As reported by: Aaron McMann on Twitter Other tagged players: Andre Drummond Joel Embiid will miss next four games for 76ers
The 76ers young center practiced in full today but the team is going to continue to play it safe as he will not play the next four games. Jahlil Okafor, assuming he remains on the team, should be a big beneficiary, especially with Nerlens Noel now out of town. Richaun Holmes also stands to see some extensive playing time.
As reported by: Keith Pompey on Twitter Patrick Patterson expected to return on Friday
Patterson missed the Raptors last six games heading into the All-Star Break but was a full participant in practice on Wednesday and is expected to return to action tomorrow.
As reported by: Blake Murphy on Twitter Nerlens Noel traded to Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are set to acquire Nerlens Noel from the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Andrew Bogut, Justin Anderson, and a conditional first-round pick according to sources. It’s a big upgrade at center for the Mavericks and Noel should benefit with more consistent playing time. Bogut will back up Joel Embiid and probably start for him on nights the rookie sits while Anderson should be able to build a role in the 76ers rotation.
As reported by: Marc Stein on Twitter Other tagged players: Andrew Bogut, Justin Anderson C.J. Watson OUT for Orlando tonight
Watson has been starting of late for the Magic but will miss their game tonight against Portland with a strained Achilles. Elfrid Payton will get the start and will be a top point guard option against a suspect Trail Blazers defense that is 25th in the league in fantasy points allowed (although they have been surprisingly effective against point guards ranking 10th in the league).
As reported by: Joshua Robbins on Twitter Other tagged players: Elfrid Payton Courtney Lee battling illness; questionable to play for New York tonight
Lee did take part in the shootaround this morning but is still feeling ill after missing practice yesterday and is considered questionable for New York’s game tonight against Cleveland. Justin Holiday and Brandon Jennings would both receive a boost and be viable DFS value options if Lee were unable to go.
As reported by: Al Iannazzone on Twitter Other tagged players: Brandon Jennings, Justin Holiday