DFS Alerts
DeMarcus Cousins misses practice Tuesday
DeMarcus Cousins, Rajon Rondo, and Marco Belinelli all missed practice on Tuesday. Cousins is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Bucks. Kosta Koufus and Willie Cauley-Stein would pick up all the big man minutes, but Rudy Gay will likely get most of the extra shots. There should be another update tomorrow about Cousins’ availability.
As reported by: Jason Jones on Twitter
Jason Terry starting Wednesday
With Patrick Beverley still questionable and Ty Lawson struggling, the Rockets will keep Jason Terry in the starting lineup. The Rockets host the Grizzlies on Wednesday and Beverley’s status should be updated before the game. All three players are not really DFS options at this time.
As reported by: Jonathan Feigen on Twitter Patrick Beverley practices Tuesday, still questionable for Wednesday
Patrick Beverley was able to take part in practice today, but the Rockets have not updated his status for Wednesday’s game. Ty Lawson has been coming off the bench with Beverley missing, and could likely see his value diminish once Beverley returns. With the players stuck in a time share, the PG position is to be avoided in Houston from a DFS perspective.
As reported by: Calvin Watkins Zach Randolph questionable Tuesday
Zach Randolph has been listed as questionable for tonight’s game against the Mavs. JaMychal Green will likely get the start in his place with Brandan Wright being out again. The Grizzlies have gone small with Matt Barnes coming in off the bench to play the 4 in the games that Randolph has missed. With no real big man depth right now, Marc Gasol and Mike Conley are the main beneficiaries if Zach Randolph does indeed miss the game.
As reported by: Ronald Tillery on Twitter Kobe Bryant misses shootaround
Kobe Bryant missed shootaround this morning, but the Lakers have not changed his status yet. If there is one game Kobe wants to be rested and ready for, it’s this one. Kobe had a 44 points against the Warriors last November at home, so he is likely just resting for tonight’s huge game. The Lakers will be marked in the history books tonight no matter what, so Kobe is most likely not going to miss this game.
As reported by: Mark Medina on Twitter LaMarcus Aldridge questionable Wednesday
The Spurs have listed LaMarcus Aldridge as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Mavs. Aldridge has missed two games with the ankle injury and would likely miss another. David West has been starting for Aldridge but has not really been able to go off. Kawhi Leonard and Tony Parker are the main beneficiaries of Aldridge’s absence, with Boris Diaw providing some help off the bench at PF.
As reported by: Paul Garcia on Twitter Nicolas Batum questionable Wednesday
The Hornets have listed Nicolas Batum as questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Wizards. Batum is suffering from gastroenteritis, which caused Rudy Gay to miss a game earlier this season. If Batum misses the game look for P.J. Hairston or Jeremy Lamb to step into his spot. If Batum misses the game, Kemba Walker and Al Jefferson will get the biggest boost with Marvin Williams likely getting a few more shots.
As reported by: Hornets PR on Twitter Derrick Rose to start Tuesday
Fred Hoiberg has said that Derrick Rose is good to go for tonight’s matchup and will start against the Trail Blazers. Rose should shred the soft defense of Damian Lillard. Both players will likely go back and forth at each other, due to neither of them being strong defensively. Rose is $3k cheaper than Lillard on DraftKings and makes for an elite play with his upside. He will be chalky but in this case, it makes sense to play him. Jimmy Butler’s usage gets taken down a notch with Rose’s return, but he should also have a strong performance against the under-sized C.J. McCollum.
As reported by: Nick Friedell on Twitter Kenneth Faried doubtful to play tonight
Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried is in a walking boot and did not go participate in shootaround. He is not expected to play tonight against the Clippers. Darrell Arthur would be the biggest beneficiary of this news and is a great value play at his price point.
As reported by: Chris Dempsey on Twitter
Pablo Prigioni rejoins team, available tonight
Clippers Head Coach Doc Rivers stated that Pablo Prigioni is feeling better and has rejoined the team. He doesn’t provide much value in terms of DFS and will reduce the number of minutes Austin Rivers plays.
As reported by: Ben Bolch on Twitter Hassan Whiteside questionable for tomorrow, may not travel with team
The Heat big man is questionable for tomorrow’s game and according to Head Coach Erik Spoelstra might not even travel with the team. Luol Deng will travel but is also considered questionable for the game.
As reported by: Jason Lieser on Twitter Tyreke Evans hopes to return tomorrow
The Pelicans guard has been out all season with an injury but is hopeful to make his debut tomorrow. For DFS purposes it’ll probably be best to wait to roster him initially but he’s a player worth keeping a close eye on as he has the capability to put up big games from a DFS perspective.
As reported by: Jim Eichenhofer on Twitter George Hill and CJ Miles to play tonight
George Hill is over his upper respiratory infection and will return to action tonight for the Pacers. CJ Miles and his injured ankle will also give it a go. Both are in play for DFS purposes in what should be a close match up with the Washington Wizards. This does diminish the value of Monta Ellis whose usage should decrease with these two returning.
As reported by: Candace Buckner on Twitter Kent Bazemore and Tiago Splitter out tonight
The team has officially confirmed what was already suspected – that Kent Bazemore and Tiago Splitter are out for tonight’s game. Splitter wasn’t much of a DFS option anyway and his absence just means even more minutes for the Al Horford/Paul Millsap combo. Those two are great plays against a tough Boston defense that is also one of the higher paced teams in the league.
As reported by: Atlanta Hawks official Twitter feed Devin Booker starting for Eric Bledsoe
Devin Booker will be the youngest Suns player ever to start a game. Booker is a good minimum priced option, but the Spurs are a tough defensive team. Look for Brandon Knight to be an elite option tonight with Bledsoe out. Archie Goodwin has not been playing that well so Knight could be in line for a 40 minute night.
As reported by: Julie Fie