|
|
| Leading the Denver Nuggets to victory, 126-113, over the Phoenix Suns, Allen Iverson scored 31 points, adding 12 assists and five rebounds, one of Iverson's best performances in a Denver uniform against one of the better teams in the West. |
|
|
|
| In a huge home win for the Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony scored 30 points with 13 rebounds and two blocks to help the Nuggets defeat the Suns, 126-113. |
|
|
|
| In his best effort since joining the Suns, Shaquille ONeal scored 12 points with 18 rebounds in the loss to Denver (113-126). |
|
|
|
| On a night when eight Phoenix players would score in double digits... and lose, Amare Stoudemire was the top dog with 22 points. Stoudemire also added six rebounds in the 113-126 loss to Denver. |
|
|
|
| In Utah's win over Minnesota on Wednesday night, Ronnie Brewer enjoyed a strong performance, scoring 16 points with eight rebounds, one assist, and one steal. |
|
|
|
| Another big night for Deron Williams as Utah put Minnesota to rest, 105-76. Williams scored 21 points with 11 assists, two rebounds, and one steal. |
|
|
|
| Carlos Boozer posted strong numbers in Utah's 105-76 win over Minnesota Wednesday night. Boozer scored 16 points with 14 rebounds, three assists, and one steal. |
|
| Al Jefferson, F, Minnesota Timberwolves | Wednesday 3/5, 11:01 PM CT |
|
| In the ever-growing habit that is keeping fantasy owners happy but fans of Minnesota disappointed, Al Jefferson once again emerged the team's top threat, scoring 11 points with 10 rebounds, one block and one assist. |
|
|
|
| In the Rocket's 117-99 win over the Indiana Pacers Wednesday night, Tracy McGrady once again set the tone for an offense in need of leadership, scoring 25 points with six rebounds and and five assists. |
|
| Troy Murphy, F, Indiana Pacers | Wednesday 3/5, 10:43 PM CT |
|
| In the Pacers' disappointing 99-117 loss at the hands of the Houston Rockers, Troy Murphy served as the team's most potent threat, scoring 17 points with 10 rebounds and six assists. |
|
|
|
| In one of the better Memphis efforts this season, Hakim Warrick led the squad in scoring with 25 points, also adding seven rebounds as the Grizz beat the Nets, 100-93. |
|
|
|
| Since being traded out of Dallas, Devin Harris has been trying to show folks why he's rated so high. Harris scored 20 with four rebounds and eight assists in a losing effort against Memphis, 93-100. |
|
| Kevin Durant, G, Oklahoma City Thunder | Wednesday 3/5, 10:29 PM CT |
|
| As the leading scorer in Seattle's 106-118 loss to Milwaukee, rookie sensation Kevin Durant scored 23 points with three rebounds, two assists, and three blocks. |
|
|
|
| Andrew Bogut enjoyed an outstanding performance in Wednesday night's win over the Seattle SuperSonics (118-106). Bogut gathered 21 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists, four blocks and two steals. It may be taking time, but this interior power is starting to round into form. |
|
|
|
| Charlie Villanueva was huge in the Milwaukee's 118-106 win over the Seattle SuperSonics Wednesday night. Villanueva scored 32 points, pulled down 11 rebounds, and added three assists and two blocks to insure fantasy owners walked away happy. |
|
| Joe Johnson, G, Atlanta Hawks | Wednesday 3/5, 10:18 PM CT |
|
| In a tough night for the Atlanta Hawks, Joe Johnson led the team with 24 points (almost matched by Mike Bibby with 21), adding three rebounds and four assists in a losing effort. |
|
|
|
| Peja Stojakovic enjoyed a wonderful evening on the hardwood in New Orleans' 116-101 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, scoring 29 points with nine rebounds and four assists. |
|
| Chris Paul, G, New Orleans Hornets | Wednesday 3/5, 10:12 PM CT |
|
| Chris Paul continues his bid for league MVP with another outstanding effort to lead the Hornets over the Atlanta Hawks, 116-101. Paul scored 23 points (going 3-for-4 from three-point range) and added 18 assists with two rebounds and two steals. |
|
|
|
| In a nightmare evening for the Miami Heat, backup point guard Marcus Banks scored 21 points to lead the Heat in their 83-108 loss to the Toronto Raptors. |
|
|
|
| With Chris Bosh out of the lineup, Rasho Nesterovic took the wheel for the Raptors and guided the Toronto franchise to a 108-83 win over the Miami Heat. Nesterovic scored 16 points (one of five player scoring in double figures), adding 10 rebounds and two assists. |
|
|
|
| Jason Richardson continues to shine for the Bobcats, leading the way in Charlotte's 119-108 victory over Golden State with 42 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and one block. |
|
| Baron Davis, G, Los Angeles Clippers | Wednesday 3/5, 9:58 PM CT |
|
| In what is becoming a daily event, Baron Davis posted 30 points in the Warriors' 108-119 loss to the Charlotte Bobcats. He added four rebounds and three assists. |
|
| Monta Ellis, G, Golden State Warriors | Wednesday 3/5, 9:55 PM CT |
|
| Monta Ellis enjoyed an outstanding evening of personal achievement though his Warriors lost, 109-118 to the Charlotte Bobcats. Ellis scored 32 points with eight rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block. |
|
|
|
| Antawn Jamison continues to enjoy a strong campaign, posting 19 points, six rebounds, and one steal in the Wizards' 92-122 loss to Orlando. |
|
|
|
| DeShawn Stevenson continues to carry a hot hand for the Wizards despite a troubling 92-122 loss to the Orlando Magic. Stevenson scored 17 points, five rebounds, four assists, and one steal. One more win would have given the Wiz five straight and got them back to .500, but the effort came up well short of a strong Orlando squad. |
|
|
|
| In Detroit's 78-90 loss to the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night, Chauncey Billups scored 23 points with five rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and two blocks, according to the Associated Press. Billups has been the man for the Pistons this season, but his effort failed to put Garnett and company on the ropes. |
|
|
|
| In Boston's vicious 90-78 victory over the Detroit Pistons, Kevin Garnett scored 31 points with six rebounds, three assist, and one block to lead the way, according to the Associated Press. The win clinches a playoff berth for the Celtics, the first NBA team to do so, and sends a firm message to the other hot team in the East. |
|
|
|
| Nate Robinson scored 24 points with three rebounds, four assists, and one steal in the Knicks' 105-119 loss to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers, according to the Associated Press. |
|
| LeBron James, F, Cleveland Cavaliers | Wednesday 3/5, 9:31 PM CT |
|
| LeBron James scored 50 points with 10 assists and eight rebounds pushing the Cavs to a 119-105 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night, according to the Associated Press. James shot 16-of-30 from the field, including 7-of-13 from three-point range in his second 50-point game this season. |
|
|
|
| The Chicago Bulls suspended forward Tyrus Thomas for two games after missing practice on Wednesday, according to the Associated Press. Thomas has failed to meet expectations this season and this suspension only adds to the frustration for fantasy owners (if you still own him). |
|
|
|
| Leading the Magic to a dominating 122-92 victory over the Wizards, Dwight Howard scored 20 points with 11 rebounds, according to the Associated Press. As fantasy owners with Howard in tow know, it's just another night at the office for the league's best up-and-coming big man. |
|
|
|
| Forward Andrea Bargnani suffered what may be a minor head injury after a collision under the basket in Toronto's game against Miami this evening, according to the Associated Press. Bargnani was driving to the right baseline with 9:57 left in the third quarter when he collided with Miami forward Alexander Johnson in mid-air, slamming his head on the floor. He remained laying down for several minutes before walking to the Raptors' bench with assistance from medical personnel. He returned to make two free throws and then met with Miami team neurologis Dr. Allan Herskowitz for examination. |
|
| David West, F, New Orleans Hornets | Wednesday 3/5, 7:36 PM CT |
|
| Forward David West has been held out of tonight's game against the Atlanta Hawks with a sore left ankle, according to the Associated Press. West is a major contributor for the Hornets and rolled the ankle during the second half of the Hornets' win over the Knicks on Monday night. The extent of the injury has not been reported but early indications suggest it is minor. West will be replaced by Ryan Bowen. |
|
|
|
| Backup center Scot Pollard is officially done for the year due to a torn tendon in his left ankle, according to the Boston Globe. Pollard has appeared in just two games this season and thus is not a major loss, but it certainly affects Bostons' depth as they come down the playoff stretch. |
|
| P.J. Brown, F, Boston Celtics | Wednesday 3/5, 7:17 PM CT |
|
| Updating a previous story, the Celtics have activated recently-acquired forward P.J. Brown for tonight's game versus Detroit, according to the Associated Press. Brown has not played at all this season and is sure to experience some pain in getting back in playing shape, but he is a quality backup forward that could help the team come playoff time. |
|
| Mo Williams, G, Cleveland Cavaliers | Wednesday 3/5, 7:11 PM CT |
|
| Milwaukee guard Mo Williams is being held out of tonight matchup against Seattle with an abdominal strain, according to the Associated Press. Williams has missed four game with various injuries this season, but this particular ailment is not considered serious. Williams is listed as day-to-day. |
|
| Yi Jianlian, F, New Jersey Nets | Wednesday 3/5, 7:10 PM CT |
|
| Updating a previous story, forward Yi Jianlian is sitting out tonight's game versus Seattle due to a sprained left ankle, according to the Associated Press. He is listed as day-to-day and the injury is not considered serious. |
|
| Sam Cassell, G, Boston Celtics | Wednesday 3/5, 6:50 PM CT |
|
| The Boston faithful will continue their wait to witness the new addition of Sam Cassell , listed as inactive for tonight's game against the Detroit Pistons, according to the Associated Press. Reports indicate Cassell is in Baltimore for a family funeral and hopes to be back in time for Friday's game against the Chicago Bulls. |
|
|
|
| Charlotte forward Gerald Wallace could return as early as next week after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons, according to the Associated Press. The Bobcats expect Wallace to be cleared for practice by the end of the week and report he has been doing light running and shooting in recent days. Worries of continued headaches persist, but Wallace seems to be on the road to recovery and will be all too welcome in the Charlotte rotation. Fantasy owners have enjoyed tremendous rewards from Wallace in recent seasons, one of few bright spots for Charlotte. Getting him back on the floor will make fantasy owners happy. |
|
|
|
| Miami forward Udonis Haslem will be absent from Wednesday night’s game against the Toronto Raptors because of a family emergency, according to the Associated Press. Haslem, who is averaging 11.9 points and 9.1 rebounds, is expected to rejoin the team in time for Friday’s home game with the Golden State Warriors. Haslem’s absence left Miami with nine available players against the Raptors. |
|
|
|
| Dirk Nowitzki will be suspended for one game for a hard foul on Andrei Kirilenko, this according to the AP. Nowitzki will miss the Mavericks on Thursday night against the Rockets. Since Dirk has no history of this type of offense, the league took it easy on him. Look for him to return with a flourish from his one game suspension. |
|
|
|
| In addition to being out on Wednesday, Andrei Kirilenko is considered doubtful for Friday due to an injured right hip, the Salt Lake Tribune reports. An MRI confirmed no structural damage. C.J. Miles will start in his place. |
|
|
|
| Chris Andersen is officially back with the Hornets after signing a one-year, $3.5 million deal on Wednesday, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. |
|
|
|
| Renaldo Balkman will miss a second straight game on Wednesday due to back spasms, Newsday reports. |
|
|
|
| Zach Randolph will return to action on Wednesday night. He participated in the team's morning shoot-around, Newsday reports. Randolph missed two games due to a sprained foot. |
|
| Yi Jianlian, F, New Jersey Nets | Wednesday 3/5, 12:41 PM CT |
|
| Yi Jianlian is questionable for Wednesday night due to a sprained left ankle, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer confirms. |
|
| David West, F, New Orleans Hornets | Wednesday 3/5, 11:21 AM CT |
|
| David West did not practice on Tuesday and will be a game-time decision on Wednesday night, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. He sprained his left ankle on Monday night. |
|
| Chris Kaman, C, Los Angeles Clippers | Wednesday 3/5, 11:18 AM CT |
|
| Chris Kaman played more than 26 minutes on Monday night, which is more than is called for. Head coach Mike Dunleavy tells the Los Angeles Times that the center is limited to 25 minutes per night as he recovers from a sore lower back. Kaman played over 33 minutes on Saturday. |
|
|
|
| Keith Van Horn has been working out on his own at the Nets facilities. "We're trying to get him in condition, seeing if he can get in shape," team president Rod Thorn tells the New York Daily News. Is it called "working out" if you are just sitting in a corner and counting your millions of dollars? |
|
|
|
| Linas Kleiza is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns due to a sprained left foot, the Denver Post notes. |
|
| P.J. Brown, F, Boston Celtics | Wednesday 3/5, 11:07 AM CT |
|
| The Celtics may unwrap P.J. Brown on Wednesday night. He signed with the club last week. "My progress is pretty good," Brown tells the Boston Globe. "We'll see." He has no fantasy value. |
|
|
|