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Luka Dončić • PG • Lakers

Luka Doncic Admits He Wasn't Close to Returning Before Season Ended

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (hamstring) wasn't close to returning before the team's season ended on Monday night. "I know some people wanted me (to come) back, but obviously I wasn't close to clearing," Doncic said. "If I could be out there, I would be, 100%. Everybody in that room knows this is really tough. This is the best time to play basketball." Doncic missed the Lakers' entire postseason campaign after suffering a Grade 2 hamstring strain on April 2. He said he is running and shooting but hasn't progressed to contact work in practice. Losing Doncic for the playoffs was a massive blow to the Lakers. During his first full season in Los Angeles, Doncic averaged a league-high 33.5 points, along with 7.7 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 1.6 steals. Having turned only 27 earlier this year, he is set to remain a fantasy stalwart for the foreseeable future.

7 hours ago

LeBron James • SF • Lakers

LeBron James Uncertain About Future After Season-Ending Loss

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has yet to make plans for his future after his 23rd NBA campaign ended with a 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports. "I think you guys asked me about [retirement], and I've answered questions. I don't think I've come out and been like, 'Oh, retirement is coming,'" James said postgame. "With my future, I don't know, honestly. It's, obviously it's still fresh from, obviously losing [the series]. And I don't know. I don't know what the future holds for me." James, who turned 41 in December, was the Lakers' highest-paid player this term, earning $52.6 million. He doesn't have a contract or a contract option for next season. In 2025-26, James proved he can still be a highly impactful player, averaging 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists, and 1.2 steals.

7 hours ago

Ajay Mitchell • PG • Thunder

Ajay Mitchell Continues to Excel for Thunder

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell wrapped up the second-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers with a 28-point effort in Monday's 115-110 win. The 23-year-old sophomore had the best postseason scoring performance of his young career and also made a mark defensively, recording four steals. He had an outstanding 12-for-19 record from the field, though Mitchell made only one of four three-point attempts. He grabbed three rebounds and delivered four assists. The defending champions lost Jalen Williams (hamstring) in Round 1, but thanks to Mitchell's emergence, the team has done just fine without him. Since taking over Williams' spot in the starting lineup, Mitchell has averaged 21.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.

7 hours ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Posts 35 Points in Series Clincher

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 35 points as the defending champions completed their second-round sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers with a 115-110 road win on Monday night. He also had one rebound, eight assists, and one steal, finishing 11-for-22 from the field and 12-for-15 at the free-throw line. This was by far Gilgeous-Alexander's best game of the series, but it's scary that the Thunder didn't need the reigning MVP to be at his best to extend their postseason-opening winning streak to eight games. Mark Daigneault's team is looking unstoppable, though the Thunder could face difficulties in the Conference Finals if they meet San Antonio -- they have lost four of five meetings with the Spurs this season, including the NBA Cup semifinal.

7 hours ago

Cade Cunningham • PG • Pistons

Cade Cunningham Struggles in Game 4 Loss

Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham couldn't get going in Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, finishing a 112-103 loss with 19 points, three rebounds, six assists, one steal, and five turnovers. He had a solid 2-for-5 record from deep but went 7-for-16 overall from the field. The 19-point effort marks Cunningham's postseason career low. Cunningham posted a triple-double in Game 3, but he had a tough time on the road, going 39.5% from the field. In Game 5, Cunningham will be back at home, where he has recorded a 50.0 field-goal percentage.

8 hours ago

James Harden • SG • Cavaliers

James Harden Records 40th Postseason Double-Double

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden logged his 40th postseason double-double in Monday's 113-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons, scoring 24 points and handing out 11 assists. He also made a significant impact defensively, recording three steals and one block. Harden notched 15 of his points in the first half. The former MVP let Donovan Mitchell take over the offense after the break -- Mitchell tied an all-time postseason record with 39 second-half points. While Harden posted a strong line, he went only 5-for-14 from the field, missing all five two-point attempts. The Pistons have disrupted Harden's offensive rhythm, limiting him to a 39.3 field-goal percentage. Still, Harden has made big plays in recent games and remains vital to Cleveland's success.

8 hours ago

Donovan Mitchell • SG • Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell Ties NBA Playoff Record With 39 Second-Half Points

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell led his team to a series-tying 112-103 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday, scoring 43 points with a 13-for-26 effort from the field. Detroit limited Mitchell to just four first-half points before he ran amok in the second half. With 39 points, Mitchell tied the NBA record for most second-half points. He went 13-for-15 at the charity stripe, but one of Mitchell's misses came late in the game when he had a chance to break the record set by Eric Floyd in 1987. Mitchell, who finished 4-for-12 from downtown, added five rebounds, two assists, and one steal to his line. After a quiet spell in the playoffs, Mitchell has averaged 36.3 points over his last three games. He'll look to stay hot in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

8 hours ago

Draymond Green • PF • Warriors

Draymond Green Set to Stay With Warriors

Golden State Warriors forward/center Draymond Green is expected to remain with the team in 2026-27. His name popped up in trade rumors during the season, but the Warriors seem ready to move forward with their core group. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed a new two-year contract, and there are reportedly extension talks planned with Stephen Curry. Green holds a $27.6 million player option for 2026-27. Even at 36, Green has remained an effective player, providing a little bit of everything. This season, he averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 0.9 steals in 27.5 minutes per game.

19 hours ago

Stephen Curry • PG • Warriors

Warriors Looking to Extend Stephen Curry in Offseason

The Golden State Warriors are expected to engage in extension talks with point guard Stephen Curry this offseason. The two-time MVP is currently under contract for one more season, but the team appears determined to keep him around for longer. Head coach Steve Kerr has just signed up for two more years with the Warriors, and it's reasonable to assume Curry will also stick around until at least 2028. Late next season, Curry will turn 39, and age could eventually affect his play. So far, Curry has continued to post world-class numbers. However, due to health problems, he played in just 43 games this season, and Curry's fantasy stock will decline if he continues to struggle to stay on the court.

19 hours ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo • PF • Bucks

Bucks Listening to Offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo seems closer than ever to leaving the team. On Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Bucks are open to trade offers for Antetokounmpo. The team is looking for a young blue-chip talent and/or a surplus of draft picks in a potential deal. The Minnesota Timberwolves, Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers reportedly pursued Antetokounmpo at the February trade deadline. He should also draw plenty of interest in the offseason leading up to the 2026 draft. Wherever he lands, Antetokounmpo will aim to deliver a bounce-back campaign in 2025-26 after health issues limited him to 36 appearances this season.

19 hours ago

OG Anunoby • SF • Knicks

OG Anunoby Expected to Be Ready for Game 1 of East Finals

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (hamstring) is expected to be healthy for the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, Ian Begley of SNY reports. "OG Anunoby will play in Game 1," Begley said on Monday. "I feel very comfortable saying that, just because of where this thing was in the day or two days after it happened." Anunoby, who is chasing his second championship ring, missed the last two games of New York's second-round sweep against the Philadelphia 76ers. In eight postseason appearances, Anunoby has impressed with high-level production, averaging 21.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 1.9 steals per game. His return to action would send Miles McBride back to the second unit.

19 hours ago

De'Aaron Fox • PG • Spurs

De'Aaron Fox Listed as Questionable for Game 5

San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fox injured his right ankle in Game 4 but had no issues finishing the game. Yet he has landed on the injury report before Tuesday's contest, leaving his status uncertain. The two-time All-Star posted 24 points, four rebounds, three assists, and three steals in 37 minutes in San Antonio's 114-109 Game 4 loss. If Fox can't suit up on Tuesday, the Spurs will hope to get more production from Keldon Johnson and Dylan Harper. Harper, who also had a good two-way showing in Game 4, would be the likely replacement for Fox in the starting unit.

19 hours ago

Kevin Huerter • SG • Pistons

Kevin Huerter to Remain Sidelined in Game 4

Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (adductor) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Huerter remains on the sideline and hasn't appeared in a contest since Game 4 of the first-round series. It's unclear when Huerter will return, with him being listed as questionable coming into this game. His continued absence should mean Caris LeVert and Daniss Jenkins continue to have increased roles in the rotation.

21 hours ago

Caris LeVert • SF • Pistons

Caris LeVert is Cleared for Game 4 on Monday

Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (heel) has been upgraded to available ahead of Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. LeVert was questionable coming into this game due to a right heel contusion. He played 17 minutes on Saturday, finishing with six points, four rebounds, and four steals in the loss. The expectation is that LeVert will continue to play minutes in the teens. The four-steal performance was nice to see, but DFS managers can't expect that to happen every game. LeVert isn't an ideal streaming option with him only playing minutes in the teens right now.

21 hours ago

Thomas Bryant • C • Cavaliers

Thomas Bryant is Available to Play in Game 4

Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (back) is cleared to suit up for Monday's Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. Bryant was uncertain to play in this one due to back spasms. It doesn't appear to be significant enough to keep Bryant out of action. He hasn't played a significant role in the rotation throughout the postseason. He could see a few minutes off the bench, but it won't be enough to warrant looking at Bryant as a possible DFS option.

22 hours ago

Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Victor Wembanyama Won't be Suspended Following Game 4 Ejection

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama won't face further discipline following his ejection from Sunday's Game 4. Wembanyama was ejected from Sunday's game after receiving a Flagrant 2 foul for elbowing Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid in the head. The superstar center won't face a fine or any kind of suspension. He only played 12 minutes before getting tossed from the contest. The Spurs would end up losing the game, but they will have Wembanyama back for Game 5 on Tuesday. His return to the rotation will mean less playing time for Luke Kornet and Carter Bryant.

22 hours ago

Anthony Edwards • SG • Timberwolves

Anthony Edwards Powers Wolves to Game 4 Win

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards recorded 36 points, six rebounds, two assists, and one steal in Sunday's 114-109 Game 4 win over the San Antonio Spurs. The 24-year-old shot 13-for-22 from the field, 3-for-5 from deep, and 7-for-8 at the line across 40 minutes. He scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, including 12 during a 14-5 Minnesota run, as the Timberwolves evened the series at 2-2 after Victor Wembanyama's second-quarter ejection. Edwards averaged 28.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during the regular season, and this was exactly the type of high-volume scoring line fantasy managers expect when Minnesota needs a closer.

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De'Aaron Fox • PG • Spurs

De'Aaron Fox Posts 24 Points as Spurs Drop Game 4 to Wolves

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox accumulated 24 points (8-for-23 on field goals, 1-for-7 from three, 7-for-10 on free throws), four rebounds, three assists, and three steals across 37 minutes in Sunday's 114-109 Game 4 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Fox shared team-high scoring honors with rookie Dylan Harper, who also poured in 24 off the bench, as the Spurs' backcourt tried to absorb the loss of Victor Wembanyama, who was ejected early in the second quarter after a Flagrant 2 elbow on Naz Reid. The veteran point guard's efficiency was a concern, as he made only 34.8 percent of his field-goal attempts and went 1-for-7 from beyond the arc. Wembanyama's status for Tuesday's Game 5 in San Antonio is to be determined by the league following the Flagrant 2 foul call, and Fox could see another heavy workload if the Spurs are without their superstar.

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Victor Wembanyama • PF • Spurs

Victor Wembanyama Ejected in Game 4 Loss

San Antonio Spurs forward/center Victor Wembanyama was ejected from Sunday's Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves after being assessed a Flagrant 2 foul with 8:39 remaining in the second quarter. According to the Associated Press through NBA.com, Wembanyama threw an elbow toward Naz Reid, and the upgraded foul triggered an automatic ejection. He finished with four points, four rebounds, and three fouls in 13 minutes as San Antonio fell 114-109, tying the series 2-2. After posting 39 points on 13-for-18 shooting in Game 3, Wembanyama's early exit was a brutal fantasy result, though Spurs coach Mitch Johnson reportedly doubted he would face a suspension before Game 5.

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VJ Edgecombe • SG • 76ers

VJ Edgecombe Struggles with Shot in Game 4

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe finished Sunday's 144-114 Game 4 loss to the New York Knicks with eight points, six rebounds, seven assists, and one block in 30 minutes. The rookie shot 4-for-14 from the field and missed all six of his three-point attempts as Philadelphia was swept out of the second round. It was a rough offensive close, but the playmaking volume was still encouraging after Edgecombe averaged 16.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists during the season. His rookie-year stat profile leaves him positioned for a major fantasy leap if the efficiency catches up.

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