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A. Bogut - C

GSW

Andrew Bogut (hamstring) doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Due to Bogut's vast injury history, he likely won't return to Sunday's game. Even if the injury was very minor, the Mavericks are going to side with caution. Bogut grabbed two rebounds and one assist before exiting Sunday.

Added Jan 29 8:33 pm (EST)

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T. Gibson - C

NYK

Taj Gibson (ankle) will not play on Sunday.

Gibson has been experiencing some soreness in his ankle and he will not play tonight against the Sixers. The 31-year-old has been a key cog for the Bulls this season, starting 47 games and averaging 11.6 points and 7.1 rebounds in just over 27 minutes played per game. Gibson's absence from the lineup could mean a big night for Jimmy Butler seeing that Butler is averaging 10 more fantasy points per game when Gibson sits so far this season.

Added Jan 29 5:18 pm (EST)

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K. Love - PF

CLE

Kevin Love (back spasms) will not return to Sunday's game.

Those who used Love in daily fantasy contests today are surely a bit sour upon seeing this news, given the fact that Love scored just one point and snatched eight boards before leaving the game. The Cavaliers power forward will not return to today's game due to back spasms, and it's uncertain if the injury is something that will continue to bother him over the next few days. Channing Frye and Richard Jefferson both played more than 10 minutes in the first half, and they should continue to see heavy usage in the second half with Love out.

Added Jan 29 4:50 pm (EST)

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E. Fournier - SG

ORL

Evan Fournier (heel) will not play on Sunday.

Fournier has been held out of game action for five straight games and it appears as though he will not suit up tonight against the Timberwolves. His heel injury is apparently still seriously bothering him, and no timetable has been given for a potential return to the lineup. Elfrid Payton and D.J. Augustin should continue to see an increased amount of playing time tonight with Fournier sidelined.

Added Jan 29 4:44 pm (EST)

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D. DeRozan - SF

SAS

Raptors coach Dwyane Casey told reporters the team is taking a wait and see approach with DeMar DeRozan's availability for Sunday's game.

DeRozan has been sidelined for the last three games due to a sprained ankle and it seems as though he's going to be a game-time decision for tonight's game. Raptors coach Dwayne Casey said the team is taking a "wait and see" approach which makes it sound like they are not confident that he will be able to play tonight. If DeRozan can't go, Norman Powell should continue to experience a jolt in fantasy relevance due to his increased minutes at the two guard position.

Added Jan 29 4:37 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/Eric__Smith/status/825816458190061568

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J. Randle - PF

NYK

Julius Randle (pneumonia) is questionable to play on Tuesday.

Randle was at Laker's practice today but didn't participate due to the fact that he has pneumonia, and he's considered to be questionable for Los Angeles' game on Tuesday. He's been held out of the lineup for the past two games due to his illness, and it's hard to imagine him being able to play through pneumonia, so he will definitely have to be feeling almost 100 percent in order to suit up. Tarik Black would likely get another start at power forward if Randle can't go on Tuesday.

Added Jan 29 4:31 pm (EST)

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D. West - PF

GSW

David West (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game.

West has been out close to two weeks at this point, which was expected. On the season, West does not provide anything in fantasy, so his being out is more of an impact in real life than in fantasy.

Added Jan 29 3:22 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/WarriorsPR/status/825800640492298240

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S. Curry - PG

GSW

Steph Curry (flu) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Portland.

Shaun Livingston figures to get the run at the point guard spot Sunday in Curry's absence. Klay Thompson gets a bump for Sunday's DFS slate.

Added Jan 29 3:21 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/WarriorsPR/status/825800640492298240

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D. Rose - PG

DET

Derrick Rose (ankle) is in a walking boot and may not return before the weekend.

In the meantime, add Brandon Jennings if he is available. The veteran has been a nice fill in for Rose in games he has missed so far in 2016-'17. He also becomes a solid DFS play until Rose returns.

Added Jan 29 2:16 pm (EST)

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N. Jokic - C

DEN

Nikola Jokic (hip) could return "in the middle of next week."

Excellent news for owners, as it was feared he would be out an extended period of time. Jokic has enjoyed a breakout season, with averages of 15.5 points, eight rebounds and four assists per game. Jusuf Nurkic will continue to fill until Jokic is back.

Added Jan 29 1:57 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/chrisadempsey/status/825771256695791620

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D. Rose - PG

DET

Derrick Rose (ankle) was ruled out for Sunday's game.

Rose owners in seasonal leagues should be used to this, so it is no surprise he has been ruled out for Sunday. This makes Brandon Jennings an immediate pickup and a play in DFS as he has filled in nicely for Rose. There is no timetable for how long he will miss.

Added Jan 29 1:33 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/NY_KnicksPR/status/825773166324809728

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K. Seraphin - C

IND

Kevin Seraphin (knee) is questionable for Sunday.

Since Serpahin is buried behind Myles Turner and Al Jefferson, he has no impact on the real life game, or fantasy.

Added Jan 29 1:16 pm (EST)

https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/825767486230523905

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R. Hollis-Jefferson - SF

TOR

Free agent Rondae Hollis-Jefferson has reached an agreement to join the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The offer is said to be a one-year, non-guaranteed training camp deal. The Wolves are already a bit of a mess in the front court with the starters looking like Josh Okogie (SF) and Juancho Hernangomez (PF) and now you can add RHJ to the mix. RHJ will likely battle Jake Layman and Jaden McDaneils for some backup minutes at both spots, assuming he makes the opening night roster.

Added 9:27 pm (EST)

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A. Davis - PF

LAL

Anthony Davis, who is still a free agent, is expected to meet with the Lakers on Tuesday.

All signs point to AD signing a max deal with the Lakers and the meeting means it could be happening this week. Even if a deal isn't announced right away, it would still be shocking to see him end up anywhere else. It would seem that coming to terms on the length of the deal is the only remaining uncertainty.

Added 7:35 pm (EST)

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Z. Williamson - PF

NOP

Pelicans GM David Griffin said recently he foresees Zion Williamson playing small forward in the future.

"We really envision a time where Zion is going to be playing the three and defending the three and he's going to be on the handle," Griffin said. This is a nice thought and it would be fun to see it happen, but we have our doubts. Zion's ability to guard small forwards and handle the ball effectively on the wing, all while staying healthy, seems like a lot. Then again, Griffin is the guy calling the shots in New Orleans so if he wants it to happen, it probably will.

Added 7:26 pm (EST)

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L. Ball - PG

CHA

LaMelo Ball signed his rookie contract with the Hornets on Monday.

Ball, the No. 3 pick in the NBA Draft, should be the starting point guard for the Hornets on opening night and fantasy expectations are high. He has been taken in Round 6 and Round 8 in two early expert mock drafts we've held. His size and ability should translate well in the NBA and he'll be one of the early favorites for Rookie of the Year, so using a mid-round pick on him makes sense.

Added 7:19 pm (EST)

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L. Ball - PG

CHA

Jared Dudley has re-signed with the Lakers for one year and $2.6 million.

This will be Dudley's 14th season in the league and he played in 45 regular-season games last year, along with nine playoff games. The Lakers value him more in their locker room than they do on the court, meaning he's not draftworthy in nearly any fantasy league.

Added 6:55 pm (EST)

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E. Okobo - PG

PHX

Former Suns PG Elie Okobo is signing a contract with the Nets.

The terms of the deal have yet to be disclosed, but it's possible this is just a training camp deal. Okobo has practically no shot at minutes in Brooklyn so this isn't a good spot for his dynasty value. In two seasons with the Suns, Okobo averaged 4.8 points, 2.2 assists, 1.7 rebounds, 0.5 steals and 0.6 triples in 15.5 minutes.

Added 6:21 pm (EST)

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Z. Smith - SG

DET

The Pistons have waived Zhaire Smith.

Smith has been plagued by injuries but you'd think he'd be the type of player the Pistons would want to gamble on at this point in the rebuild. Hopefully Smith gets another look on a training camp deal because there are only a handful of NBA athletes with his athleticism.

Added 5:02 pm (EST)

Shams Charania

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D. Schroder - PG

LAL

Dennis Schroder said he believes he could be the starting point guard this season.

"I did this off the bench stuff already the last two years in OKC," he said. "I think with LeBron [James] and [Anthony Davis] I can be helpful as a starter in the PG position." In order for Schroder to start, Anthony Davis would either have to start at the five or one of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope or Wesley Matthews would have to come off the bench. Matthews coming off the pine would be the most likely option if Schroder does get the starting nod, but either way he's looking at a massive workload. With how much we're expecting LeBron to rest Schroder should still have decent fantasy value this season, but we'd like him better with the second unit so his usage could stagger with LBJ and AD.

Added 4:55 pm (EST)

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