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Victor Oladipo will sit out Wednesday's season finale
Oladipo is dealing with his second concussion in the past five months, so he’ll obviously remain on the sideline for Wednesday’s season finale. Elfrid Payton posted a double-double (11pts, 11ast) in 31 minutes on Monday without Oladipo, and it’s likely that his playing time remains in that range against the Hornets. Evan Fournier will also continue to see big minutes, while Mario Hezonja remains a candidate to clear 30 minutes on a recently short-handed Magic squad. We may see more of the Magic regulars rest against Charlotte – we’ll update you when we have more information.
As reported by: Josh Robbins on Twitter Other tagged players: Elfrid Payton, Evan Fournier
Nicolas Batum, Cody Zeller questionable for Wednesday
Batum and Zeller are questionable for Wednesday’s season finale with the Magic. Charlotte can move up to the five seed in the east with a win and a Celtics loss, so they still have something to play for on the season’s final day. Batum appears a little more likely to sit due to a sprained ankle, and he’d carry increased risk even if he is able to suit up. We’ll update this situation again after tomorrow’s shootaround.
As reported by: Rick Bonnell on Twitter Other tagged players: Cody Zeller Carl Landry OUT tonight for 76ers; Nerlens Noel top option at PF
Landry will miss his second straight game when the 76ers take on the Raptors. While it’ll be a tough match up (Raptors are sixth in PF DvP), it’ll be hard to pass on Nerlens Noel on a night where there are only five games and a majority of players minutes will be uncertain. Noel has played 75 minutes (including 42 last game) the last two games and averaged over a fpt/minute in those outings. At under $7k on both sites, he’ll likely be highly owned so there is some merit to fading him in GPP’s but do so at your own risk as he has as much upside as any PF going tonight. Richaun Holmes continues to be out as well for the 76ers.
As reported by: 76ers Game Notes at nba.com Other tagged players: Nerlens Noel, Richaun Holmes
Boris Diaw and Manu Ginobili both OUT for Spurs tonight
Ginobili has seen some run of late logging 18 or minutes in six straight games so it’s not surprising the team has decided to give him the night off. They also elected to let Diaw sit out another one. No word on if anyone else will be held out but it wouldn’t be surprising if that were the case. We’ll be monitoring the Spurs closely and will provide you with updates as we get closer to tip off as to whom is playing and who is sitting.
As reported by: San Antonio Spurs official Twitter feed Other tagged players: Manu Ginobili C.J. Miles questionable to play tonight for Pacers
The team has listed Miles as questionable to play for tonight’s game against the Knicks. With Paul George expected to play, Miles has little DFS relevance anyway so this news doesn’t change much. We will, however, update you on his status later today when official confirmation comes in as to if he is playing or not.
As reported by: Grant Afseth on Twitter Paul George states that he is playing tonight
There was speculation that George would sit out tonight’s game against the Knicks but he told local media that he would be playing tonight. His price has dropped of late but it’s still hard to stomach paying $8k plus for a player who has not topped 40 FanDuel fpts in his last 5 games and has only played 49 minutes in his last two. On a small five game slate, however, he is worth considering on your GPP rosters as the upside is always there and he’ll likely be extremely under-owned.
As reported by: Scott Agness on Twitter Justise Winslow does not practice; appears doubtful for tonight
It appears as if Winslow will miss the game for the Heat tonight as he did not take part in the team shoot around this morning. Josh Richardson is the biggest beneficiary if Winslow sits but also give a slight bump to Gerald Green and Joe Johnson. We’ll update Winslow’s status later today when word is finalized on whether he is playing or not.
As reported by: Ira Winderman on Twitter Other tagged players: Josh Richardson Kristaps Porzingis OUT; Carmelo Anthony a game-time decision for Knicks tonight
Acting Knicks Head Coach Kurt Rambis stated that Porzingis would remain out for the team tonight and that Anthony’s status will be determined after the team shoot around. Anthony’s more likely to sit than to play but we’ll update his status as soon as it becomes official. Derrick Williams benefits the most with Porzingis out while Cleanthony Early would likely start if Anthony were to sit but he’s probably not a viable DFS option even on a small five-game slate.
As reported by: New York Knicks official Twitter feed Other tagged players: Carmelo Anthony LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, and Kevin Love to rest on Wednesday
James, Irving, and Love will not play on Wednesday with the top seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs locked up. No replacements have been named at this time, making everyone on the roster a risky play until we have something official. Look for an update after shootaround on Wednesday.
As reported by: Chris Haynes Other tagged players: Kyrie Irving, Kevin Love
Kings starters: Curry, McLemore, Gay, Cauley-Stein, and Koufos
Seth Curry will be the starting PG against the Suns and should be considered a strong punt option on this night. Rudy Gay is also a strong tournament play with Cousins and Rondo out of the lineup. There is a chance that both Curry and Gay will play over 35 minutes because of how depleted the Kings are. Both players will carry considerable ownership but are playable in all formats. WCS has averaged 23.72 fpts in his last five starts and but has also seen his salary spike to levels it was in early February.
As reported by: Matt Petersen Other tagged players: Ben McLemore, Rudy Gay, Willie Cauley-Stein, Kosta Koufos Jon Leuer confirmed as the starter tonight; Archie Goodwin ruled out
Leuer will replace Tyson Chandler in the starting lineup. Leuer should be considered an exceptional option against the Kings on Monday. Leuer is only $3,300 on DraftKings leaving him with a ton of upside tonight. Archie Goodwin will not play, making Ronnie Price a strong punt option. Price has proven that he is a boom-or-bust player because he has scored under 10 fpts in two out of his last five starts.
As reported by: Matt Petersen Other tagged players: Archie Goodwin, Ronnie Price Trey Lyles to start with Derrick Favors coming off the bench
The Jazz will keep Trey Lyles in the starting lineup and bring Derrick Favors off the bench. Lyles is a viable tournament option but is a risky play because he is not guaranteed over 30 minutes. Expect Favors to play 28-30 minutes in his return but is also a risky option because he is not starting.
As reported by: @UtahJazz Other tagged players: Derrick Favors Deron Williams, J.J. Barea, and Wesley Matthews to start; Justin Anderson to come off the bench
The Mavs want to play at a faster pace and will start Barea alongside Williams. Justin Anderson goes to the bench and is not a viable option in a game that is projected with the lowest total (182.5).All the Mavericks are viable options but are too risky for cash games. They will all have a low ownership percentage in a tough matchup. Matthews seemed to be fatigued and has not exceeded value in back-to-back games even after playing over 30 minutes.
As reported by: Dave McMenamin Other tagged players: J.J. Barea, Wesley Matthews, Justin Anderson Derrick Favors will start on Monday
Favors will return to the lineup after a one-game absence. Favors is in an elite spot against the Mavericks and has some upside with his asking price having fallen below $7k on DK. Favors has not been playing well lately making him a risky option on a full slate.
As reported by: Tony Jones Salah Mejri to play with a strained groin on Monday
Mejri will be playing off the bench against the Jazz. He is a risky low-end option and carries too much risk to roster in a low-scoring affair. Mejri will only be a viable option if Zaza Pachulia gets into foul trouble.
As reported by: Dwain Price Other tagged players: Zaza Pachulia