DFS Alerts
Justise Winslow (wrist) returns for full practice; currently listed as out in Miami's injury report
Winslow was able to participate in Miami’s practice Tuesday, but Heat coach Erik Spoelstra is unsure if he will be able to play in tomorrow night’s game against the Indiana Pacers. He is currently listed as out for Wednesday, so we will need to adjust accordingly if his status changes, though Winslow seems highly unlikely to suit up. If he is able to return and play anywhere near his normal allotment of minutes, Rodney McGruder would see the largest hit to his fantasy value and could be removed from consideration entirely.
As reported by: Ira Winderman
Kyrie Irving (rest) ruled out for tonight; DeAndre Liggins to start in his place
Irving will not play in tonight’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to rest. DeAndre Liggins will draw the start in his place and is a low-floor, low ceiling punt option at point guard. He will definitely see the minutes necessary to take advantage of the additional opportunity in a thin Cavaliers’ backcourt but it’s just a matter of whether he will be able to convert. Anytime one of the big three is sidelined, the remaining two are clearly going to benefit, and tonight is no different. Kevin Love and LeBron James are certainly viable options, though they still carry significant blowout risk, even sans Irving in a matchup against this depleted Grizzlies squad.
As reported by: Jason Lloyd Other tagged players: DeAndre Liggins Derrick Favors (knee) expected to play limited minutes on Wednesday
Favors will play in tomorrow night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but will be on a minutes restriction in his return.There has yet to be any confirmation of of the exact minute limit or whether he will immediately be reinserted into Utah’s starting lineup. We should expect the Jazz coaching staff to bring Favors along slowly give his long injury history. In his absence, Rudy Gobert has really blossomed into a top NBA center, so it will be interesting to see how the return of Favors affects Gobert and the rest of this Jazz starting five once he is fully healthy.
As reported by: Tim MacMahon Kyle O'Quinn (ankle) expected to play tonight off the bench
Kyle O’Quinn is expected to play off the bench tonight against the Suns. O’Quinn was playing around 20 minutes before he got injured was a solid fantasy contributor. Willy Hernangomez picked up the slack when O’Quinn missed but he’s not as reliable of an option with him back. Joakim Noah has yet to play 30 minutes since returning from an ankle injury and will remain a boom-or-bust fantasy option with O’Quinn back and against Tyson Chandler tonight.
As reported by: Marc Berman Other tagged players: Joakim Noah, Willy Hernangomez Rudy Gay (hip) and Ben McLemore (quad) considered day-to-day
Rudy Gay and Ben McLemore both were injured in last night’s game against the Lakers. Both players were unable to finish the contest and were able to avoid serious issues. Gay and McLemore should be back in the lineup for Wednesday’s contest against the Rockets. If they are unable to go, Arron Afflalo or Omri Casspi would be the players most likely to benefit. We’ll continue to monitor this situation and update tomorrow after the Kings’ shootaround.
As reported by: James Ham Other tagged players: Ben McLemore, Arron Afflalo, Omri Casspi Victor Oladipo OUT tonight for Thunder
Confirmation of what most thought would happen as Oladipo will sit tonight against Portlant. He’s also in question for their game against Utah tomorrow. Russell Westbrook’s already sky high usage will get even higher as there just aren’t that many offensive weapons on the Thunder outside of these two. Anthony Morrow could see a bump in usage and Enes Kanter could get additional minutes off the bench – he makes for a very interesting GPP option tonight.
As reported by: Brett Dawson on Twitter Other tagged players: Russell Westbrook, Anthony Morrow, Enes Freedom
Jazz Tuesday practice report
Dante Exum did not practice with left knee tendinitis and is considered questionable for tomorrow’s game. However, both Derrick Favors and Rodney Hood went through practice. George Hill remains out for his sixth straight game.
As reported by: Aaron Falk on Twitter Other tagged players: Derrick Favors, Rodney Hood, George Hill Justise Winslow practices on Tuesday; status uncertain for Wednesday's game
Winslow is getting closer to returning to action after practicing today but the team is still unsure if he’ll be able to play tomorrow night.
As reported by: Anthony Chiang on Twitter Rodney Stuckey questionable for Wednesday
Stuckey left the Pacers game early last night but took part in practice today and is considered questionable for their Wednesday night game. We’ll update you when more news comes in tomorrow.
As reported by: Michael Grady on Twitter Isaiah Thomas OUT for Celtics on Wednesday
The team is hoping to have him back on Friday but for now he remains out with his strained groin. Marcus Smart, Terry Rozier, and Avery Bradley benefit the most from Thomas sitting.
As reported by: Marc D'Amico on Twitter Kings recall Malachi Richardson and Skal Labissiere from D-league team to active roster
Sacramento has brought up two players, Richardson and Labissiere, from their D-league team. Neither do not figure to get heavy run in the rotation and are not viable DFS options.
As reported by: James Ham on Twitter Other tagged players: Skal Labissiere Zaza Pachulia remains OUT for Warriors
Pachulia will miss his third consecutive game for Golden State and while it means an uptick in minutes for the likes of Kevon Looney and Anderson Varajeo, the biggest boost goes to Draymond Green who sees more run at the center position as the Warriors play small ball. Green is a definite option going against the Pelicans tonight.
As reported by: Chris Haynes on Twitter Other tagged players: Draymond Green T.J. Warren unlikely to play tonight
We previously reported that Warren was questionable but Suns Head Coach Earl Watson has stated that he’s not quite ready to play yet, so for now we’ll rule him as doubtful. If anything changes, we’ll let you know.
As reported by: Paul Coro on Twitter Lakers injury report for Wednesday
Jose Calderon and Tarik Black will remain out for the Lakers on Wednesday while Nick Young is no longer on the Lakers injury report. D’Angelo Russell and Julius Randle are both listed as probable.
As reported by: Mark Medina on Twitter Other tagged players: D'Angelo Russell, Julius Randle, Jose Calderon, Tarik Black 76ers injury report for their Wednesday game
The 76ers have released their injury report for their game tomorrow and Jerryd Bayless is the only player listed as out. Nerlens Noel is questionable while Joel Embiid and Sergio Rodriguez are both expected to play.
As reported by: Jessica Camerato on Twitter Other tagged players: Joel Embiid, Nerlens Noel, Jerryd Bayless