Deni Avdija
Deni Avdija was a full participant in Monday’s practice, showing progress from the back stiffness that hampered him during the preseason. While his availability for Wednesday’s opener against the Timberwolves remains undecided, his participation in full-contact drills is encouraging. Fantasy managers should consider Avdija a potential high-ceiling option this season, whether he starts or comes
Read MoreMohamed Diawara
Mohamed Diawara has inked a one-year rookie contract with the New York Knicks, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. Selected as the No. 51 pick in the draft, Diawara impressed the Knicks’ coaching staff during training and will serve as a depth option on their bench. While not anticipated to see significant minutes initially, his
Read MoreToumani Camara
Toumani Camara, who previously missed time due to a knee issue, fully participated in Monday’s practice, indicating potential readiness for Portland’s opener against the Timberwolves. His return could be crucial for fantasy managers seeking defensive stats, though his official status for Wednesday remains uncertain. Keep an eye on updates as tip-off approaches.
Read MoreRobert Williams
Robert Williams and Matisse Thybulle showed progress by fully participating in the Trail Blazers’ Monday practice. While Williams is recovering from a knee procedure in March, both players’ involvement in a contact session signals potential readiness for Wednesday’s opener against the Timberwolves. However, given the team’s depth, their minutes might be limited, impacting their fantasy
Read MoreKris Dunn
Kris Dunn did not take part in the Clippers’ practice on Monday due to an illness, putting his participation in Wednesday’s season opener against the Jazz in question. With the additions of Bradley Beal and Kris Paul, Dunn’s role is expected to be reduced this season, despite starting in the majority of his games last
Read MoreDarius Garland
Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson stated Monday that Darius Garland is „ahead of schedule” in recovering from toe surgery performed in June. Despite the progress, no specific timeline has been set for his return. Fantasy managers might consider stashing Garland in an IL+ slot due to his potential impact later in the season, while Donovan
Read MoreShaedon Sharpe
Shaedon Sharpe has secured a four-year, $90 million extension with the Portland Trail Blazers, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. This agreement follows Toumani Camara’s four-year, $82 million deal earlier in the day, reinforcing Portland’s commitment to building around its young talent. With significant training camp progress, Sharpe is drawing fantasy basketball attention as a
Read MoreCoby White
Coby White has resumed on-court basketball activities for the Chicago Bulls, but he will be re-evaluated in two weeks, confirming he will miss the season opener and at least several more games. In White’s absence, Tre Jones appears to be the primary beneficiary in fantasy circles, with Kevin Huerter possibly gaining additional playing time. Fantasy
Read MoreJabari Smith
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka has confirmed his starting lineup for Tuesday’s season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder, featuring Jabari Smith Jr., Kevin Durant, Steven Adams, Amen Thompson, and Alperen Sengun. The lineup signals a larger configuration to possibly counter Oklahoma City’s size upfront with Chet Holmgren. Fantasy managers should keep an eye
Read MoreChristian Braun
Christian Braun has agreed to a five-year, $125 million rookie extension with the Denver Nuggets, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania. Selected 21st overall in the 2022 NBA Draft, Braun’s increasing minutes and production have made him an essential part of the Nuggets’ rotation. Fantasy managers expect further improvement following his late fifth-round per-game fantasy
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