DFS Alerts
Ryan Hollins expected to be available tonight
Barring flight delays, Ryan Hollins is expected to be available tonight against the Kings. Hollins was with the Grizzlies in early February but is going to re-sign with the team today to provide them some depth with Marc Gasol and Brandan Wright out of action. Hollins isn’t DFS relevant and only figures to see marginal run (8-15 minutes) off the bench.
As reported by: Ronald Tillery on Twitter
Kenneth Faried, Jameer Nelson probable for tonight
Faried has said he’ll play tonight, which is great news for a Nuggets team that will be without Danilo Gallinari. While Will Barton gets more love from the DFS community sans Gallo, Faried arguably benefits more since the Nuggets aren’t able to go small and run Gallo at the 4 (which cuts into Faried’s time). The Nuggets also haven’t been giving Nikola Jokic more than 25 minutes of court time lately, which also helps Faried since he sees some time at the center spot. He’s a very solid GPP target tonight and provides a nice pivot off of Jabari Parker in the same price range. It’s unclear if Nelson will actually play (he’s been active a few times lately but hasn’t seen the court), but he’s listed as probable. He isn’t a DFS option and would only sieve value from Emmanuel Mudiay and D.J. Augustin.
As reported by: Harrison Wind on Twitter Other tagged players: Jameer Nelson Rudy Gay and Seth Curry doubtful for Kings tonight
Both Gay and Curry are not likely to play tonight when the Kings take on the Memphis Grizzlies. While Curry is not a DFS relevant player, Gay’s absence does have some impact. James Anderson would likely get another start if he is unable to go but it is Omri Casspi who would benefit the most on the wing. While it’s not the best match up against the slow-paced Grizzlies, their defense isn’t what it used to be and Casspi would be a good place to look for some value in a game that has a relatively high 214 total. DeMarcus Cousins should also be even more prevalent in the Kings offense and he’s a very nice upside target tonight against a tough on-paper match-up against Memphis. Their interior defense has taken a huge hit with the loss of Marc Gasol (and most recently Brandan Wright). Memphis does not have any post players even remotely capable of slowing Boogie.
As reported by: Jason Jones on Twitter Other tagged players: Seth Curry, DeMarcus Cousins
Taj Gibson doubftul; Derrick Rose probable for Bulls tonight
It appears as if Taj Gibson will miss the Bulls game tonight against the Orlando Magic while Derrick Rose is listed as probable by the team. If Gibson is unable to go, it should mean all the minutes Bobby Portis can handle and he’d be a top “chalky” option at the PF position going against a Magic team that is 20th in PF DvP. We’ll update you on Gibson’s official status heading into game time when more information becomes available.
As reported by: Chuck Garfien on Twitter Other tagged players: Derrick Rose Stephen Curry and Andre Iguodala questionable for tomorrow
Stephen Curry and Andre Iguodala are officially listed as questionable for tomorrows game but Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr did state that Curry is further along – a good sign that he will play tomorrow after missing the teams last game. We’ll update you on the two players status tomorrow when we learn more.
As reported by: Rusty Simmons on Twitter Other tagged players: Andre Iguodala Gorgui Dieng appears likely to play tonight
After missing practice yesterday for personal reasons, Dieng was at Timberwolves facilities today and appears likely to play tonight when the team takes on the Washington Wizards. It’s not the best match up for Dieng as the Wizards are top 12 in PF and C DvP but he’s worth a look in GPP’s given his upside and price.
As reported by: Jon Krawczynski on Twitter Anthony Davis a game-time decision
Davis practiced yesterday and stated that he feels good in advance of today’s game with the Rockets. He stated he would see how he feels pre-game before determining whether he would play or not. He makes for a fine play if he does go as he’ll be underowned due to the injury concerns in a juicy match up against a Rockets team that is dead last in PF DvP. If he is unable to go, Ryan Anderson immediately becomes the chalk play at PF. We’ll update Davis’s status as soon as we learn more.
As reported by: Jonathan Feigen on Twitter Alan Anderson playing tonight
After sitting out the second half of a back-to-back the last time the Wizards play, Anderson will suit up tonight with a 20 minute limitation. While minimum priced, Anderson has yet to top 15 fantasy points in his three games back and is not a person you can trust in your DFS lineups.
As reported by: Jorge Castillo on Twitter Stanley Johnson remains out for Pistons tonight
Johnson hasn’t played in over a week and will again sit when the Pistons take on the San Antonio Spurs tonight. With the addition of Tobias Harris, however, Johnson’s role for the team has greatly diminished so the DFS impact is minimal, if any, other than ensuring minutes for Harris and Marcus Morris.
As reported by: David Mayo on Twitter C.J. Miles out again for Pacers tonight
Miles has missed all but one game since the 11th of February and will not play tonight when the Pacers take on Milwaukee. The news is not significant for DFS purposes as no player really benefits from his absence outside of Rodney Stuckey who is currently on a minutes limitation.
As reported by: Indiana Pacers official Twitter feed Evan Fournier still doubtful to play tonight
Fournier’s wrist is still bothering him and he is unlikely to play tonight for the Magic when they take on the Chicago Bulls. Mario Hezonja is probably in line for the start but he can’t be trusted after putting up a dud last night in just 15 minutes of playing time. We’ll update you on Fournier’s status when more information becomes available.
As reported by: Orlando Sentinel Ty Lawson officially waived by the Rockets
Ty Lawson has been waived by the Rockets after buyout talks fell through. Lawson does not have any potential suitors on the radar. Jason Terry is now the only backup PG for the Rockets.
As reported by: @HoustonRockets Other tagged players: Jason Terry
Wayne Ellington confirmed as the starter tonight
Wayne Ellington will be starting tonight even though he exited last night’s game with a concussion. Ellington’s availability puts a damper on Markel Brown’s fantasy value. Ellington is a tournament play only against the Lakers.
As reported by: Andy Vasquez Other tagged players: Markel Brown Shaun Livingston confirmed as the starter for Steph Curry
Shaun Livingston has been confirmed as the starter for the injured Steph Curry. Livingston is an elite punt option and should be able to play over 28 minutes tonight with Andre Iguodala also out of the lineup. Livingston is $3,500 on DraftKings making it easy to get him in your lineups.
As reported by: GSW stats Wayne Elliington will be available to play tonight
Wayne Ellington will be available to play tonight but has not been confirmed as the starter. If Ellington does play, Markel Brown would lose most of his DFS value. Bojan Bogdanovic will also see fewer shots with Ellington in the lineup.
As reported by: Mike Mazzeo Other tagged players: Markel Brown, Bojan Bogdanovic