Fri Apr 12 | 19:39 | Anthony Davis Active Versus Memphis | Anthony Davis | PF | NO Hornets | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (eye) will play on Friday against Memphis. He was listed as probable, so the update isn't a surprise. But AD has not only been dealing with an eye injury, but he also missed time because of an illness. As a result, Davis could see fewer minutes if the Lakers build a decisive lead over the injury-plagued Grizzlies. |
Source: Jovan Buha | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 19:32 | LeBron James Available Versus Memphis | LeBron James | PF | Heat | Schellackers |
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will play on Friday against the Grizzlies. The 39-year-old has battled an ankle injury for months. He also most recently missed a meeting against the Timberwolves because of Flu-like symptoms. But despite the constant mentions on the injury report, he's coming off a strong showing, amassing 33 points, 11 assists, seven rebounds, and two steals in Tuesday's loss to Golden State. With that in mind, James could have a tough time being as productive if the Lakers build a decisive lead against the injury-plagued Grizzlies. |
Source: Jovan Buha | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:29 | Brook Lopez Upgraded To Available For Friday | Brook Lopez | C | Nets | Iavaronis |
Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (rest) will be available to play in Friday's contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 36-year-old appeared as questionable on the injury report earlier but has now been cleared to take the court. He has scored in double figures in five straight games and will likely have more opportunities to score in this match-up since the Bucks will be without Damian Lillard (adductor) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf). Lopez has also been busy on the defensive end, recording at least two blocks in each of his previous four games. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:20 | Kyle Lowry Returning For Philadelphia On Friday | Kyle Lowry | PG | Raptors | Team Lorin |
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry (knee) will return from a two-game absence on Friday versus Orlando. He's set to link up with Tyrese Maxey (hip) on the backcourt, pushing Cameron Payne to the bench. De'Anthony Melton could also lose playing time with Lowry's return. This is a bad fantasy matchup for Philadelphia against a slow-paced team, and Lowry hasn't been a great asset for managers. The veteran is averaging only 6.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists for the month. |
Source: Kyle Neubeck | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:16 | Khris Middleton WIll Play On Friday | Khris Middleton | SF | Pistons | Free Agent |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) will be available to play in Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The sharpshooter sat out Wednesday's game versus the Orlando Magic due to left ankle injury management, but he will be able to suit up for this next contest against one of the top teams in the Western Conference. Both Damian Lillard (adductor) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) are not playing, which will likely put a lot of playmaking responsibility into the hands of Middleton. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:08 | Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford Unavailable Friday | Al Horford | PF/C | Hawks | Team Lorin |
| | | Kristaps Porzingis | | | Free Agent |
Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and forward/center Al Horford (toe) will step out of the lineup on Friday against Charlotte. After losing to New York 118-109 on Thursday, Boston gives all of its key guys rest on Friday, with Xavier Tillman Sr. and Luke Kornet direct beneficiaries from the frontcourt absentees. The stage is set for the two to perform well against a team that gives up the third-most points and the second-most rebounds in the league to opposing centers. |
Source: Jared Weiss | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:03 | Jrue Holiday, Derrick White Out On Friday | Jrue Holiday | PG | 76ers | Iavaronis |
| | | Derrick White | | | Free Agent |
Boston Celtics guards Jrue Holiday (knee) and Derrick White (ankle) won't be in the lineup on Friday versus Charlotte. Boston will run with its bench mob against the Hornets, as the entire starting five plus Al Horford (toe) has been ruled out. Payton Pritchard will get the keys to the backcourt, with Jaden Springer and Svi Mykhailiuk also in a position to benefit from the absences of Holiday and White. |
Source: Jared Weiss | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 17:53 | Dennis Schroder Won't Play On Friday | Dennis Schroder | G | Hawks | Free Agent |
Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Schroder (Achilles) won't play on Friday against the Knicks. The veteran has played well since getting moved to Brooklyn. However, the team has nothing left to play for, so Schroder may be done for the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign. With Dennis Smith Jr. (hip) also out, Jacob Gilyard (hip) could slide into the starting lineup if he's cleared to play. But the offense should continue to run through Cam Thomas and Mikal Bridges regardless of who's at the one. |
Source: C.J. Holmes | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 17:48 | DeMar DeRozan Rested On Friday | DeMar DeRozan | SF | Raptors | Team Erik |
Chicago Bulls guard/forward DeMar DeRozan (rest) will get the night off on Friday versus Washington. The Bulls have nothing left to play for and complete a back-to-back set, so it's completely understandable that the team gives DeRozan some time off. Coby White is set to be the only regular starter in the lineup and should get heavy usage in a good matchup against a struggling team. Meanwhile, Chicago's bench mob led by Dalen Terry will get an opportunity to show what they are capable of in larger roles. |
Source: K.C. Johnson | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 17:44 | Nikola Vucevic Will Not Play On Friday | Nikola Vucevic | C | Magic | Iavaronis |
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Source: K.C. Johnson | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 16:22 | Damian Lillard Ruled Out On Friday | Damian Lillard | PG | Trailblazers | Iavaronis |
Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The star guard was considered as doubtful coming into this game, but the team will ultimately hold him out. This is not good news for the Bucks as this team is already shorthanded. The expectation is that the Bucks will use a committee approach to fill the void left by Lillard. Patrick Beverley, Pat Connaughton, and Malik Beasley figure to all see more playing time. Out of the three, Beverley has the most upside in terms of streaming appeal. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 16:14 | DeMar DeRozan Unlikely To Play | DeMar DeRozan | SF | Raptors | Team Erik |
Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (rest) has been downgraded to doubtful ahead of Friday's game against the Washington Wizards. Fantasy managers don't need to worry as this looks like a routine rest game for DeRozan. The Bulls have already locked up the 9th seed, so they have no incentive to put DeRozan out there. The expectation is that the Bulls will use a committee approach to fill the void. Dalen Terry, Javonte Green, and Jevon Carter figure to all see more playing time. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 15:50 | Draymond Green Likely To Play On Friday | Draymond Green | PF | Warriors | Free Agent |
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (knee) is listed as probable ahead of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The veteran forward sat out alongside guard Klay Thompson (knee) during Thursday's contest. However, head coach Steve Kerr mentioned beforehand that both players should be active for Friday. The return of Green should push Jonathan Kuminga out of the starting five. Kuminga won't have as strong of streaming appeal while playing off the bench. Fantasy managers should double check that status of Green and Thompson ahead of tip-off. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 15:47 | Klay Thompson Probable For Friday | Klay Thompson | SG | Warriors | Team Lorin |
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (knee) is listed as probable ahead of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The veteran guard sat out of Thursday's game due to a lingering knee issue. However, head coach Steve Kerr said beforehand that he expected Thompson to play on Friday. He should return to the starting five, which will drop Chris Paul to the bench. Fantasy managers should double check that Thompson is active ahead of Friday's game. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 20:29 | Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Likely To Suit Up On Friday | Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | G | Pistons | Free Agent |
Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (shoulder) is anticipated to play in Friday's game in San Antonio. KCP has played as well as expected during the 2023-24 campaign, averaging 10.1 points and shooting 40.7% from behind the arc. He also hasn't missed much time, so the shoulder injury shouldn't keep him off the floor versus the Spurs. Unfortunately, Caldwell-Pope scored only four points in each of his previous two games against San Antonio, so DFS managers should think twice before putting him in their lineups. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 19:52 | Kyrie Irving Sitting Out On Friday | Kyrie Irving | PG | Cavaliers | Def Fresh Flow |
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (hamstring) won't play on Friday versus Detroit. The former Duke Blue Devil has been on a roll lately, averaging 28.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.7 steals in six games in April. But the Mavericks are going to the playoffs, so Dallas won't need him out there against arguably the worst team in the National Basketball Association. With Luka Doncic (ankle) also on the injury report, P.J. Washington, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Dante Exum may see a significant uptick in fantasy production. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 19:46 | Anthony Davis Probable To Play Friday | Anthony Davis | PF | NO Hornets | Free Agent |
Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (eye) is expected to be back in action on Friday against Memphis. He's been battling a left eye injury since last week and couldn't play on Tuesday versus Golden State because he was experiencing a headache and nausea. Jaxson Hayes played well as Davis' fill-in in the starting five, but he will head back on the bench on Friday, which drops his fantasy appeal near the minimum. The Grizzlies remain without Jaren Jackson Jr. (quadriceps), meaning there's really nobody on the squad capable of slowing down Davis, so this could be a big comeback game for the Lakers star. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 19:39 | LeBron James Listed As Questionable For Friday | LeBron James | PF | Heat | Schellackers |
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against Memphis. He's back on the injury report with a left ankle issue after recently battling an illness. James missed Sunday's game against Minnesota due to the illness but came back with an impressive 33-point, 11-assist double-double on Tuesday versus Golden State. The questionable tag has been more like a probable designation for James all season, and the chances appear high that he will play against the Grizzlies. Memphis has done little to slow down James in 2023-24, as the NBA's all-time leading scorer has notched 23.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 2.3 steals across three head-to-head clashes. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 19:19 | Kyle Lowry In Danger Of Missing Third Straight Game | Kyle Lowry | PG | Raptors | Team Lorin |
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Kyle Lowry (knee) is considered questionable for Friday's battle with the Magic. He's in danger of missing a third consecutive game due to a left knee effusion. The veteran has logged 8.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in 28.8 minutes since joining his hometown team. The trio of Cameron Payne, Buddy Hield, and De'Anthony Melton should take care of his minutes on Friday if Lowry can't return. Hield has the most fantasy upside of the three, but he's blown hot and cold in Philadelphia. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 | 18:00 | Jrue Holiday Cleared To Play Thursday | Jrue Holiday | PG | 76ers | Iavaronis |
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (knee) will play against the Knicks on Thursday. A problem with his left patella initially left Holiday questionable for the game, but he's been upgraded to available. With Boston bringing all of its guns out on Thursday, Holiday will likely have to play second fiddle. However, he must be in high spirits after just securing a four-year, $135 million contract extension for himself, and this should help his performance. The 33-year-old is averaging 9.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists for the month. |
Source: Boston Celtics | RotoBaller.com |