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A. Bogut - C

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 - PF

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)

https://twitter.com/JoshuaBRobbins/status/825820135701217280

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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)

http://www.nba.com/lakers/news/170129-injury-report-russell-randle?cid=tw

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D. West - PF

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

NYK

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)

https://twitter.com/Al_Iannazzone/status/825784403989250049

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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

NYK

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

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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T. Young - PF

CHI

Bulls VP of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas is telling teams that Thaddeus Young isn’t available for trade, Kevin O'Connor reports.

Young only has $6M of his $14.2M contract for next season guaranteed and is viewed as a bargain for his strong play this season. Contenders will inevitably come calling, but the Bulls may end up holding onto him because his playmaking optimizes the young talent on Chicago's roster. KOC adds that it "may cost a pretty penny" for the Bulls to consider a trade.

Added 1:32 pm (EST)

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V. Oladipo - SG

HOU

The Warriors are interested in acquiring Victor Oladipo according to Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer.

The Rockets are on a 13-game losing streak and Oladipo refused Houston's extension offer, so they likely want to flip him at the deadline as opposed to letting him walk for nothing this summer. It's hard to see the Warriors giving up Kelly Oubre for Oladipo with the way he's been playing lately, so Andrew Wiggins would likely be the player to move if the two sides agreed to a deal. However, nothing is imminent and it mostly sounds like Golden State is just doing their due diligence.

Added 1:21 pm (EST)

The Ringer

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A. Drummond - C

CLE

If Andre Drummond hits the buyout market, Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer is hearing that the Lakers and Nets will be the favorites to acquire him.

Previous reports have also linked the Raptors and Bulls to Drummond. The Lakers also have interest in free agent DeMarcus Cousins, but that sounds like their Plan B at the moment. The Cavaliers are still hoping to trade Drummond but it won't be easy to find a taker for his massive contract, so a buyout could be looming.

Added 1:16 pm (EST)

The Ringer

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B. Griffin - PF

BKN

Blake Griffin is officially a Brooklyn Net.

Griffin will wear No. 2 and will earn $1.2M for the remainder of the season. We're expecting Griffin to come off the bench and be a focal point of the second unit, so we're not expecting much in terms of fantasy value. Griffin's arrival will most likely put a dent in Jeff Green's value though.

Added 11:42 am (EST)

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T. Cook - PF

BKN

The 10-day contracts for Tyler Cook, Andre Roberson and Iman Shumpert have all expired.

It remains to be seen if any of these three guys will get another deal in Brooklyn. The Nets did bring in Blake Griffin over the break, so there's no room for fantasy value for these guys anyways.

Added 10:40 am (EST)

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P. George - SG

LAC

Paul George (dizziness) explained his absence prior to the All-Star break and returned on Sunday night to score 17 points on 6-of-8 shooting.

George explained that caffeine was the reason he missed Thursday's game. "A lesson learned," George said, according to ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk. "I had too much caffeine. I think it was too much caffeine at that time. It made me real jittery and sped me up. A lesson learned on that situation, never have too much caffeine too close on back to back (games)." George played 26 minutes in the All-Star Game and added two assists, two rebounds, and one steal to his 17 points. It looks like he'll be just fine after the break.

Added Yesterday 11:21 pm (EST)

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S. Curry - PG

GSW

Steph Curry returned from a rest day with the Warriors to score 28 points to help Team LeBron beat Team Durant, 170-150.

Curry lost out on MVP to his teammate, Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored 35 points on perfect 16-of-16 shooting, but Curry was still tremendous. He made 10-of-19 shots from the field including eight 3-pointers and added four rebounds, four assists, and two steals. The rest day was surely precautionary, and managers can expect him in full form after the break.

Added Yesterday 11:16 pm (EST)

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G. Antetokounmpo - PF

MIL

Giannis Antetokounmpo made all 16 shots he took to win All-Star Game MVP with 35 points including three, 3-point makes.

Giannis was on fire at All-Star, making his usual dunks and short finishes around the hoop but also banking home two of his three 3-point attempts. He didn't miss a shot all game! Team LeBron (which he played for) beat Team Durant, 170-150. In 19 minutes, Antetokounmpo also added seven rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block.

Added Yesterday 11:12 pm (EST)

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