Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (back) is questionable for Sunday's meeting with the Hawks. The 29-year-old suffered a lower back contusion during Game 3 on Friday night, so there's a chance he won't be available for this one. If he can't suit up, Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon will likely divide most of the minutes, making them even more enticing for DFS managers. However, the Celtics are looking to bounce back from a loss, meaning Smart will likely do all he can to get on the floor, even if he's limited physically.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart had one of his best offensive outings of the season in Friday's Game 3 against Atlanta, registering 24 points with 5-for-12 shooting from downtown. He was 9-for-19 overall from the field and missed a double-double by just two assists. Smart pulled down three rebounds and also had the same amount of assists in 33 minutes. The former Defensive Player of the Year has totaled three steals in each of the first three games in the series, and he has also been contributing well on the offensive end, averaging 16.3 points with 7.0 assists.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (neck) missed the last few games of the season with the same neck issue but head coach Joe Mazzulla said that he participated in live-action practice and will be ready to go for their first game of the playoffs. Smart also said that he "felt good" at practice on Tuesday. Getting back the former Defensive Player of the Year is huge for the Celtics so that they can build more momentum with their full lineup.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (neck) is questionable ahead of Sunday's showdown with the Atlanta Hawks. The C's are focused on the postseason, so fantasy managers shouldn't count on Smart being out there for this one. Jaylen Brown (finger) and Al Horford (back) are already ruled out. However, Robert Williams III (knee) and Jayson Tatum (hip), who are both questionable, are likely heading in that direction. As a result, guys like Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard could see a significant bump in fantasy production, especially since Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon probably won't get a ton of work.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (neck) and forward Jayson Tatum (hip) will sit out Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. The Celtics are heading into the second game of a back-to-back and will take this opportunity to give some of their starters a rest day as they look towards the playoffs. Jaylen Brown should see massive usage on Wednesday while Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon also see increased roles.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (neck) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against Toronto. Smart is bothered by neck spasms and could need some time off after the Celtics played Philadelphia Tuesday night. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year had a good all-around outing with 17 points, four rebounds, four assists and one steal. Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon are in line to benefit from Smart's absence.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (illness) will play in Friday's meeting with Portland. Jayson Tatum (hip) and Jaylen Brown (face) are also good to go, so the Celtics will have their top three players available for this one. With that said, Smart has struggled of late, amassing 11 points or less in each of his last five games. However, the 29-year-old should be starting in every fantasy lineup, especially considering the Trail Blazer's struggles on the defensive end this season.

On Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets made it official when they shut down their star guard LaMelo Ball for the remainder of the 2022-2023 NBA season.Many fantasy managers' worst fears were realized when Ball's non-contact injury in Monday night's game against Detroit turned out to be a fractured ankle. Charlotte's season was already lost, but fantasy managers were hoping to get a few more weeks from Ball who, when healthy, was putting up huge numbers this season.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

2022-2023 Season Recap

LaMelo Ball will finish his third NBA season with the following numbers.23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 4.0 3PM, 1.3 STL, 0.3 BLK, 3.6 TO, 41.1% FG%, 83.6% FT%He played in only 36 games this year and is currently 32nd overall in per-game value for 9-cat in Basketball Monster's player ratings.When he was on the floor, he was a triple-double threat on a nightly basis. His talent is undeniable. Just look at what he did to the Spurs only a few weeks before getting hurt.

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LeBron James has dominated the National Basketball Association since entering the league straight from high school. He's won numerous awards and has led several teams to an NBA Championship. During the 2022-23 season, the Akron, Ohio, native continued to get it done, despite battling several nagging ailments along the way.However, James' latest issue, a right foot injury, is expected to keep him out indefinitely. So what does this mean, and will we see James back on the court this season? Is there a chance he won't return?To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

LeBron James Injury Update

James injured his right foot during the third quarter of Sunday's comeback win over the Dallas Mavericks. It was a tense few seconds after the multi-time MVP clutched his foot after suffering what was deemed a "non-contact injury." The concern grew to greater heights after he was overheard saying, "I heard a pop." Situations like this are never good, as many were concerned that an Achilles tear could be the culprit.https://twitter.com/FanDuelTV/status/1630602449227595777?s=20Yet, after James gathered himself, he tightened his shoe and finished the game, totaling 26 points, eight rebounds, one block, and one steal. Head coach Darvin Ham appeared optimistic while speaking postgame, stating the 38-year-old was "good."However, that couldn't be further from the case, with The Athletic's Shams Charania reporting that James would "miss an extended period of time" because of the foot injury. Charania later added that the all-time scoring leader would "require multiple opinions."https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1630363560051187712?s=20 

LeBron James' Season Recap

Despite James' advanced NBA age, he's still productive. In 47 appearances, he's averaged 29.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists. While his three-point percentage has regressed, that's never been his strong suit.James was also named an All-Star captain while recently passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time scoring leader.https://twitter.com/NBAonTNT/status/1623184801284104192?s=20That said, despite some high-level accomplishments, the year has been a rough one for the 2003 No. 1 overall pick. He's battled left foot soreness for nearly the entire season, so much so that he routinely carried some type of injury designation heading into almost all of his games over the last few months.... [More]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart is set to return from his ankle injury on Wednesday that kept him out for the last 11 games. He's not even listed on the injury report at all so that sounds like he shouldn't have any restrictions headed into this game. With Derrick White (ear) having some ear pain and Jaylen Brown (face) still out, getting Smart back is huge for this squad. Malcolm Brogdon will take a hit in his fantasy value while Payton Pritchard will likely go back to barely getting any minutes if any at all.

Without a doubt, Kyrie Irving is arguably one of the most naturally gifted players in the National Basketball Association. He's a fantastic ball-handler and can get to the rim with ease. However, the former Duke Blue Devil's career has been surrounded by controversy, ultimately impacting his ability to win an MVP.The NBA trade deadline kicked off with a bang when Irving, who had demanded a trade out of Brooklyn, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. NBA fans and fantasy managers are left wondering how things will play out.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Kyrie Irving's Season Recap

Irving got suspended for an antisemitic social media post, keeping him out of the lineup for eight games. But since then, the 30-year-old stayed out of the limelight, so most had assumed he finally turned things around. He's played well all season, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 40 appearances.https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1622324668047794177?s=20&t=NTffJ2tRvNpjAA7bddjYHQHe was also selected to the All-Star team for the eighth time in his career. However, things were apparently going too well, as Irving dropped a bombshell by requesting a trade. His wish was granted, as he was sent to Dallas in exchange for ... [More]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) was talking to reporters when he said that he's making "small improvements" but is still unsure when he's going to return to the court. As of right now, the ninth-year guard is considered day-to-day and the Celtics have more incentive to take it slow as the team remains at the top of the Eastern Conference. Since he's been out, Derrick White, Malcolm Brogdon, and even Payton Pritchard have filled in admirably.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) will miss another game due to the right ankle sprain that forced him to leave their contest against Toronto after just 15 minutes of playing time. The veteran point guard will now miss his second consecutive game and Derrick White is likely to step up into the starting role since Malcolm Brogdon (personal) is also ruled out against Miami. Payton Pritchard will handle some point guard minutes off of the bench as well, but White would be the safer streaming option.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) went down with an ankle sprain during their game on Saturday and was unable to return. X-Rays were negative for any structural damage, but he seems likely to miss at least a couple of games. He was officially ruled out of Monday's contest so Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon will be the ones to receive more opportunities to lead the team at point guard. They would be the safest streaming options if they happen to be available on the waiver wire.

It wasn't a good day for many clubs around the National Basketball Association, with many teams dealing with unsettling injuries to their top players. Although these situations are always challenging for teams, fantasy managers are also left scrambling to find a replacement.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 21, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Marcus Smart Injury Update

The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for Saturday's meeting with Toronto, as the MVP candidate got the day off to deal with wrist soreness. Luckily, the C's recently got Jaylen Brown back from a three-game layoff, so the team at least had its No. 2 scoring option. Boston also had Marcus Smart, who is proficient on both ends of the floor.Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year's evening didn't last long, as he exited in the first half after suffering a sprained right ankle. Smart has battled ankle injuries throughout his career, so fantasy managers are familiar with this.https://twitter.com/ChrisForsberg_/status/1616933981362028546?s=20&t=ADA6dM_t2muMcgq6cJRitwWhile X-ray results were encouraging, revealing no structural damage, he'll likely miss a game or two, possibly more. As a result, ... [More]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He suffered a hand injury during a dribble handoff in the second quarter. Smart was down on the court before being attended to by team trainers. He left to the locker room and won't be back on the court for at least the rest of this game. Malcolm Brogdon and Payton Pritchard will see more minutes coming their way with Smart out. Both players are worth monitoring in fantasy formats if Smart is forced to miss multiple games because of this injury.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (knee) is on track to return from a two-game absence Thursday against Brooklyn. He has been out with a left knee contusion but has come off the injury report ahead of Thursday's action. Smart's recent performances have been all over the place, but he is having a fine campaign, averaging 11.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.3 steals. He could have a larger role offensively Thursday because Jaylen Brown (groin) is in danger of missing the contest and listed as questionable.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls. This doesn't come as a surprise considering Smart was listed as doubtful heading into this game. He was forced to exit early during Saturday's game and it appears he's not ready to play yet. Malcolm Brogdon could move into the starting five for Monday's game. He'll see increased playing time and is worth a look as a streaming option while Smart is sidelined.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (knee) suffered a knee contusion during the team's game on Saturday night and was forced to leave. He officially received the doubtful tag a day before tipoff as it seems the knee pain may need one more game to subside before he returns. While he's out, Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon will likely handle most of the minutes at point guard and either one of them would serve as a good streaming option for as long Smart is out.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart left Saturday's 121-116 win over San Antonio early because of a knee injury. He took a hit right below his left knee and ended up featuring for only 22 minutes in the game. Luckily, the X-rays have come back negative and Smart himself has also said that he doesn't believe the injury is serious. He will have an MRI on Sunday. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year finished Saturday with five points, two rebounds, four assists and one steal. His absence allowed Malcolm Brogdon to play a more active role, and he performed very well by getting 23 points off the bench with seven assists. Payton Pritchard is also a candidate to get more minutes if Smart is forced to miss some time, but he remained on the bench for the whole game Saturday and hasn't done anything all season.