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]

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) was forced to exit the team's Sunday night contest against the Denver Nuggets due to back spasms. He was already listed as questionable heading into the game and was only able to get on the court for 13 minutes before the spasms flared up. Matt Ryan and Taurean Prince will see more opportunities while Anderson is out, and fantasy managers should monitor Anderson's status heading into this coming week to decide on streaming options.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) will play versus the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Anderson only last five minutes on Friday before leaving the game with a back injury and was questionable to play entering Sunday. However, Anderson appears to have healed enough to resume his normal starting role. The Timberwolves used a committee of Jaylen Nowell, Taurean Prince and Matt Ryan to fill Anderson's spot on Friday. Should Anderson see any setbacks, they'd likely use this same rotation.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson had to exit Friday's clash with Orlando after only five minutes due to back spasms. Nathan Knight grabbed his spot in the starting lineup for the second half. Anderson has been filling up the stat sheet regularly throughout the season and his absence will be missed in many areas if can't get ready for the next game on Sunday against Denver. Minnesota's frontcourt could be very thin for the clash after Jaden McDaniels got ejected on Friday and is in danger of receiving a suspension. Knight managed only two points and two rebounds in 11 minutes against the Magic, leaving the door open for others to jump into a bigger role.

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]

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson has put up some great all-around stat lines in the past few games and almost registered his second triple-double in three games. In a win over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, Anderson put up 20 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one block while only missing one of his nine shots. While Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) remains sidelined and Rudy Gobert (groin) goes in and out of the lineup, Anderson is the biggest beneficiary and a top streaming option in all fantasy formats.

It was a busy nine-game slate around the National Basketball Association. However, it wasn't a good night for many clubs, especially the ones that dealt with an injury.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Wednesday, January 18, 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. 

LaMelo Ball Injury Update

LaMelo Ball exited Monday's meeting with the Rockets with a sprained left ankle. This is an all too familiar ailment, as the 21-year-old injured it twice already this season. He missed the first 13 games of the 2022-23 campaign because of it before making his season debut on November 12 against Miami.https://twitter.com/HornetsOnBally/status/1615898994508546048?s=20&t=2ONmwk9cIuX1k5z8xOpxsQUnfortunately, the 2020 No. 3 overall pick was incapacitated again after stepping on a fan's foot during a matchup with Indiana just a few days later, keeping him sidelined for an additional 11 games. Now, it appears fantasy managers will be without Ball for a while, considering he needed help getting to the locker room.With ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson walked away with his second career triple-double Monday against Utah, recording 13 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. The versatile forward also had one steal and one block, while shooting 6-for-12 from the field with a 1-for-2 effort from downtown. Anderson is currently enjoying a very productive spell, averaging 10.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.6 blocks for the month. He has made 16 consecutive starts and will be gearing up for another big night Tuesday against Denver. He kicked off 2023 with a 19-point effort against the Nuggets, adding four rebounds, eight assists and three steals.

As we celebrate the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the NBA had a loaded schedule throughout Monday. Unfortunately, there were some injuries throughout the day, which may create issues for teams moving ahead.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 16, 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. 

Donovan Mitchell Injury Update

Donovan Mitchell has been on a tear in his first season as a Cavalier, averaging a career-high 28.8 points per game. The 26-year-old has certainly made an impact, so there is naturally some concern surrounding his most recent injury, a groin strain, suffered during Monday's win over the Pelicans.https://twitter.com/ChrisFedor/status/1615106299636719632?s=20&t=nIB5An7gWfmmxjT49g7LLAMitchell exited in the third quarter and did not return to the contest, finishing with 11 points in 22 minutes. The former Louisville Cardinal has stayed relatively healthy in 2022-23, missing only five games. However, with the Cavs looking to make a deep run into the postseason, Mitchell may miss some games, beginning with Wednesday's meeting in Memphis.https://twitter.com/AmicoHoops/status/1615116579011690502?s=20&t=8uEcBgsFXrfQNXVsKuQmNAWithout him in the lineup, others will have to step up. Of course, the first name to come to mind is ... [More]

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (illness) is in the starting lineup against Phoenix on Friday, returning from a one-game absence. He was taken out by an illness earlier in the week but Anderson has made a quick recovery. Anderson has kicked off 2023 in great form, averaging 10.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 6.3 assists with 2.0 steals. He will look to keep it up Friday against a short-handed Suns team. Anderson's return pushes Austin Rivers back to the bench. Fellow forward Taurean Prince (ankle) has also shaken off a questionable tag and is good to go.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (illness) has been ruled out Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons. Anderson is feeling under the weather and will not take the court against Detroit. Taurean Prince, Jaylen Nowell and Austin Rivers are all candidates to see higher minutes on Wednesday. Given how the Pistons played on Tuesday, they may see even more run if the starters get out to an early lead.

Minnesota Timberwolves small/power forward Kyle Anderson (back) has been given the green light to play in Friday's game vs. Milwaukee, returning from a five-game absence due to back spasms. Anderson will reprise his starting role and should see some DFS intrigue with Rudy Gobert (illness) ruled out in the frontcourt. Anderson came off the bench earlier this year against the Bucks and contributed just four points, three rebounds and three assists. While the veteran has been integral to much of Minnesota's on-court action, his fantasy viability has slid during his age-29 campaign.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) will sit out again on Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Anderson will miss his fifth straight game due to back spasms, but there is optimism he will be able to play on Friday. Austin Rivers should continue to start without Anderson, but his starting role may be short lived. Anderson was playing well before the injury and would be worth a look in most leagues due to his versatility.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Miami Heat. Anderson has been dealing with back spasms, but will actually sit this game out due to a non-COVID related illness. His absence should mean that Austin Rivers will stick in the starting lineup. He should play minutes in the 30s, but remains a fairly risky streaming option for Monday's slate.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) won't play against the Mavericks. He didn't suit up on Monday in the first installment of the two-game set with Dallas, allowing Austin Rivers to enter the starting lineup and finish with 16 points, five rebounds, and a steal. Considering Rivers played 37 minutes in that one, he is worth consideration in deeper fantasy formats on Wednesday night. He could also be a viable value option in DFS lineups.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) is regarded as questionable for Wednesday's outing against Indiana. He's dealing with back spasms and was already forced to miss Monday's meeting with the Heat. Anderson is a man of many talents, and he has carved out a solid role for himself at his new club, averaging over 22 minutes per game this month. Taurean Prince saw more minutes with Anderson unavailable Monday and could be around the 30-minute mark again Wednesday. He has popped up with a pair of strong performances in recent weeks, but his lack of consistency makes Price a risky choice for fantasy managers.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) is questionable for Sunday's meeting with San Antonio. The 29-year-old has been dealing with back spasms, an injury that's officially forced him to miss his last four games. If Anderson is ruled out for this one, Taurean Prince, who has averaged 8.0 points and 3.2 rebounds, should continue to see more minutes.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday night's game. This marks his third game in a row that he'll be sidelined after leaving the game against Utah last week. Anderson is expected to be an important depth piece for this new-look Timberwolves team. Fantasy managers can find other streaming options in the meantime. When he does return, he'll most likely be on the lower end of the output spectrum, leaving him relevant for only deeper leagues.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (back) has been ruled out Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Anderson left Friday's game against the Utah Jazz with back spasms and did not return. Anderson has already been ruled out one game due the injury and is looking doubtful to play Monday. With Anderson out, look for a combination of Jaden McDaniels, Taurean Prince and Jaylen Nowell to get more minutes on the wing. McDaniels has the highest upside of the three.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson looked sharp during Monday's Game 4 matchup against the Golden State Warriors. He came off the bench and ended up scoring the third-most points on the team. Anderson finished with 17 points, eight rebounds, and two assists in 23 minutes during Monday's loss. He struggled from the free throw line going 2-for-7, which hurts in a three-point loss. Regardless, it's nice to see Anderson playing well, but we'll see if he can keep it up on Wednesday for Game 5.