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Thu Mar 2818:59Al Horford Won't Face The HawksAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward Al Horford (toe) won't play in Thursday's rematch against the Hawks. He continues to be bothered by a toe sprain. However, the 37-year-old logged 36 minutes in Monday's loss to Atlanta, so it's surprising he's unavailable. Fortunately, the C's will get back Jrue Holiday (shoulder) from a five-game absence. But without Horford on the floor, Sam Hauser, averaging 12.6 points and 5.0 rebounds in 10 starts this season, remains a viable fantasy asset.
Source: Boston CelticsRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 2814:02Jimmy Butler Probable Against PortlandJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (illness) is probable for Friday's tilt versus the Portland Trail Blazers. Butler was expected to play through his illness in Tuesday's win over the Cleveland Cavaliers before being surprisingly ruled out, but the Miami Herald's Anthony Chiang also reports the 34-year-old two-way superstar was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. Over 13 games since the All-Star Break, Butler is collecting a strong 21.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.7 steals, and 0.9 three-pointers per contest. His return for the Heat would send first-round rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. to Miami's bench, and Butler would be a must-start season-long fantasy option in a soft matchup with the 19-54 Blazers on Friday.
Source: Anthony Chiang - Miami HeraldRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2722:45Al Horford Back On The Injury ReportAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) is in danger of missing Wednesday's rematch against the Hawks. He is questionable because of a left big toe sprain, an injury he's been battling for the last week. But the 37-year-old has mostly played through the pain and logged 36 minutes when these clubs met on Monday night. With Jrue Holiday (shoulder) potentially in line to miss a sixth consecutive contest, Horford could stay with the starting unit. But if Holiday and Horford are out, Sam Hauser, averaging 12.6 points and 5.0 rebounds in 10 starts this season, should continue to receive extra work.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2719:32Alec Burks Remains Out On WednesdayAlec BurksSGJazzFree Agent
New York Knicks guard/forward Alec Burks (shoulder) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday versus Toronto. There was initially hope of him returning when the team listed him as questionable for the game, but Burks has now been downgraded to out. Burks' absence leaves the Knicks without a good scoring option off the bench. He's averaged around 15 minutes a night in the Big Apple, and Bojan Bogdanovic will have a chance to get some extra action off the Knicks bench without Burks.
Source: Steve PopperRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 2615:16Jimmy Butler Probable After Missing ShootaroundJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (illness) missed shootaround on Tuesday morning, but he's probable to play versus the Golden State Warriors. Dealing with a non-COVID illness, Butler is still expected to play in a good spot against a Warriors defense giving up the ninth-most DraftKings points to opposing small forwards. Across 13 appearances since the All-Star Break, the 34-year-old two-way superstar is pouring in 21.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 1.7 swipes, and 0.9 three-pointers per contest. With Tyler Herro (foot) still on the shelf, Butler will continue absorbing additional usage and playmaking responsibilities and remains a set-and-forget fantasy option across all formats.
Source: Anthony Chiang - Miami HeraldRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 2319:02Al Horford Available Versus ChicagoAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) will play on Saturday against the Chicago Bulls. The veteran sat out Friday's win over the Detroit Pistons. But in all fairness, the Celtics didn't need him. Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) will get the night off to rest after logging 26 minutes on Friday, so Horford will slide into the starting lineup. The 37-year-old has averaged 10.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 28 starts this season, meaning he has an excellent chance to crush his DFS value.
Source: K.C. JohnsonRotoBaller.com
Sat Mar 2317:17Al Horford Questionable To Face BullsAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) is regarded as questionable for Saturday's matchup against Chicago. He's strained his left big toe and might be absent for a second consecutive contest. Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) has already been ruled out for Saturday's game, meaning Boston will be desperate to have Horford available. If he can't go, it should be full steam ahead for Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman Sr., the backup bigs off the bench, to play a significantly more important role than they usually do. It's going to be a tough challenge, however, with Chicago rolling out Nikola Vucevic and Andre Drummond at the center position.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 2222:00Tobias Harris Suiting Up Friday Versus LakersTobias HarrisSFBucksFree Agent
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Lakers. After missing three consecutive contests, Philadelphia will be happy to have Harris back, especially since Joel Embiid (knee) is expected to miss more time. Nicolas Batum will likely not start with the 31-year-old suiting up. If Harris's minutes are limited in the contest, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. should do most of the heavy lifting on the offensive end.
Source: Gina MizellRotoBaller.com
Fri Mar 2218:34Al Horford And Jayson Tatum Ruled Out FridayAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Jayson TatumFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) will miss Friday's game against the Pistons due to a toe sprain and could also miss Saturday's contest in the Windy City. Jayson Tatum (ankle) will also be out of the lineup with a right ankle injury. Sam Hauser (ankle) is available. He and Luke Kornet could see more time on the court against the worst team in the NBA. If that's the case, Kornet and Hauser could see plenty of attention from fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 2122:34Tobias Harris Back On The Injury ReportTobias HarrisSFBucksFree Agent
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Lakers. The veteran most recently had the same injury designation before Wednesday's loss to Phoenix. Unfortunately, he wasn't available. The Sixers are trying to climb out of a Play-In spot, so they need Harris back in the lineup as soon as possible, especially since Joel Embiid (knee) is expected to miss more time. But Philly won't rush him back, either, considering he'll be needed for the team to make a deep postseason push. Nonetheless, if Harris misses his fourth consecutive game, Nicolas Batum will presumably stay in the starting lineup. However, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. should do most of the heavy lifting on the offensive end.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Thu Mar 2119:18Al Horford Questionable Against DetroitAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Boston Celtics forward/center Al Horford (toe) is questionable heading into Friday's game against the Pistons. He has a toe sprain. That said, with Boston taking on the worst team in the National Basketball Association, the veteran may get the night off. There's a chance he could also miss Saturday's contest in Chicago. But with Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Jayson Tatum (ankle) on the injury report for Friday, Sam Hauser (ankle), who is probable, and Luke Kornet may slide into the starting lineup. If that's the case, Kornet and Hauser will see a surge in attention from fantasy managers, especially those looking for value options.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2021:45Tobias Harris Out Again On WednesdayTobias HarrisSFBucksFree Agent
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's game against Phoenix. The 31-year-old has averaged 17.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.1 steals this season, all up from the 2022-23 campaign. But he'll miss his third-straight contest, so his next chance to suit up will be on Friday against the Lakers. At any rate, Tyrese Maxey should see a significant uptick in scoring opportunities with Harris off the floor. But guys like Nicolas Batum, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Buddy Hield should also benefit.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2018:01Jimmy Butler Cleared For Action WednesdayJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) will return to the lineup on Wednesday versus Cleveland. He will be back after missing two games with a foot contusion. We should see him take on a very large role, as Bam Adebayo (back) has been ruled out for the contest. Before getting hurt, Butler had upped his game and is averaging 21.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.3 assists for the month. However, Butler has struggled against the Cavaliers this season, posting only 13.0 points across 32.0 minutes across two previous meetings.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2015:45Tobias Harris Participates In ShootaroundTobias HarrisSFBucksFree Agent
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (ankle), who is listed as questionable to play on Wednesday against the Phoenix Suns with a sprained right ankle, was seen at the morning shootaround. After missing Philly's past two matchups, Harris appears poised to return on Wednesday. His status could still come down to a game-time decision based on pregame warmups, though. While the 31-year-old star forward has struggled to shoot the ball since coming back from the All-Star break, he's still managing top-75 worth in nine-category leagues on averages of 14.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.3 three-pointers, and 2.0 combined steals and blocks through this 12-game span. Harris' return would likely supplant Nicolas Batum from the Sixers' starting lineup, but it's a difficult assignment against a Suns club allowing the seventh-fewest DraftKings points per game to opposing power forwards.
Source: Gina Mizell - The Philadelphia InquirerRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2015:21Jimmy Butler Spotted At ShootaroundJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) was seen putting up shots after Wednesday's morning shootaround. Butler remains formally listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a right foot contusion that has sidelined him for Miami's past two contests, but he appears to be on the right track to return with this news. The 34-year-old six-time All-Star is providing third-round value in 12-team nine-category leagues since returning the All-Star break, averaging 21.5 points on 50.0% shooting from the field, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.6 steals over his last 10 appearances. This clash figures to be a slow-paced defensive slugfest, with Cleveland ranking first in the East in defensive efficiency rating (108.5), but Butler might have a lot of usage on his plate with Tyler Herro (foot) inactive and Bam Adebayo (back) questionable.
Source: Anthony Chiang - Miami HeraldRotoBaller.com
Wed Mar 2008:26Tobias Harris Questionable For Wednesday's ActionTobias HarrisSFBucksFree Agent
Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (ankle) is considered questionable to play against the Suns on Wednesday. He's in danger of missing a third consecutive game with a right ankle sprain. Nicolas Batum should log another start if Harris can't return. The French veteran has posted 5.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists as a member of the first unit this season. He could do a bit more damage offensively against Phoenix, as the matchup is projected to be one of the highest-scoring games on Wednesday's slate.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 1922:33Jimmy Butler Could Miss Another GameJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) is questionable heading into Wednesday's meeting with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 34-year-old has missed the Heat's previous two games with a right foot bruise. However, he's already missed 21 games during the 2023-24 campaign, so fantasy managers wouldn't be shocked if he doesn't suit up on Wednesday evening. With Tyler Herro (foot) and Duncan Robinson (back) ruled out, Miami needs Butler back in the lineup, considering the team has lost six of their last 10 games. At any rate, Bam Adebayo and Terry Rozier are already must-start fantasy options. Yet, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Caleb Martin would earn the same label if Butler stays sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 1921:05Jimmy Butler Questionable For WednesdayJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Heat star is in danger of missing three consecutive contests with a foot contusion. If Butler is out, Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s fantasy value will go up. On Monday, he was on the court for 35 minutes against the 76ers, where he registered nine points, nine rebounds, four assists and one steal.
Source: NBA Injury ReportRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 1818:32Jimmy Butler Ruled Out MondayJimmy ButlerSFBullsFree Agent
Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (foot) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Monday's matchup against Philadelphia. The Heat star sits out a second consecutive contest with a foot contusion. Butler's absence boosts the fantasy value of Jaime Jaquez Jr., who moved to the starting unit on Sunday versus Detroit. Meanwhile, it also secures extra offensive usage for Bam Adebayo, Terry Rozier, and Duncan Robinson, who's just posted a big 30-point game.
Source: Ira WindermanRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 1816:07Kristaps Porzingis Probable, Al Horford Out MondayAl HorfordCHawksFree Agent
Kristaps PorzingisFree Agent
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) is probable for Monday's game versus the Detroit Pistons, but Al Horford (toe) will be unavailable. Porzingis is expected to return from a five-game absence due to a strained right hamstring, while Horford will hit the seats with a sprained left big toe after pitching in 14 points during 23 minutes in Sunday's beatdown of the Washington Wizards. Horford doesn't play both parts of back-to-backs, so he should be good to go for Wednesday's duel with the Milwaukee Bucks. With the veteran sidelined, Porzingis could be thrust into big minutes at the five for the Celts in a favorable situation against a Detroit group that's allowing the third-most FanDuel points to opposing centers. The Latvian All-Star was on an heater before going down, averaging 23.3 points, 8.6 boards, 2.8 triples on 46.7% shooting from deep, and 1.4 swats in 31.9 minutes over his past five games.
Source: Taylor Snow - Celtics’ Official SiteRotoBaller.com
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