Stan joined DraftKings in December of 2020. It was a glorious time, except for that whole COVID thing, when we got Madden streams and boisterous bat flips from the KBO. I was brought on board to bring some West Coast flavor. I especially love hoops, and most of my content is in that arena. When I walk along the beach, strumming my guitar, the beat that I hear is not one of crashing waves. No, it is the beat of the ball bouncing off the hardwood with highs provided by the squeaks of the sneakers. Ball is life.
Zach Thompson is sipping Mai Tai’s on some beach in Hawaii, so I’m filling in from my mom’s basement. Congratulations to all of you who advanced in the playoffs. Two more wins and you will forever be etched in history. Every week, players in many leagues’ fantasy football waiver wire step up with big games […]
December 15, 2024
UPDATE: Porzingis is questionable to return with a heel injury. Late in the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Washington Wizards, Porzingis injured his foot and limped on his own power to the locker room. Prior to exiting, Porzingis contributed 11 points, two rebounds and two assists in 11 minutes. The Crown Is Yours: Sign […]
December 15, 2024
UPDATE: Barkley has returned to the game. Early into the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Barkley was ushered into the blue medical tent. There has been no official designation for the reason, but a few plays earlier, Barkley took a big hit from Minkah Fitzpatrick on a carry in the red […]
December 15, 2024
Ball strained his left calf two weeks ago, which translated to seven missed games. He could be close to returning as he’s officially questionable for Monday’s contest against the 76ers. Charlotte is 1-6 with Ball out and 26th in offensive efficiency. If Ball is able to return, Vasilije Micic would return to a reserve role. […]
December 15, 2024
UPDATE: Edwards has returned to the bench. During the third quarter of Friday’s game against the Lakers, Edwards turned his ankle and went straight to the locker room. Prior to exiting, Edwards contributed 18 points, four rebounds, an assist and a block in 27 minutes. The Crown Is Yours: Sign up for DraftKings and experience the ultimate […]
December 13, 2024
UPDATE: The diagnosis is a sinus fracture. Embiid will be evaluated more over the weekend. UPDATE: Embiid will not return. UPDATE: Embiid has remained in the locker room to start the second half. Jared McCain started in his place. With 16 seconds left in the first half of Friday’s game against the Indiana Pacers, Bennedict […]
December 13, 2024
Johnson tweaked his ankle during the fourth quarter of Wednesday’s game against the Knicks. He is now questionable for Saturday’s game against the Bucks. This game is the semifinals of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas, so there’s obvious motivation to play. That said, it is still only the NBA Cup, and the long-term health […]
December 13, 2024
Pollard did not practice Wednesday nor Thursday this week due to an ankle issue. There’s a chance he misses his first game this season, as he’s officially listed as questionable for Week 15. If so, Tyjae Spears would likely elevate to the top of the depth chart with Julius Chestnut being his backup. Spears is […]
December 13, 2024
There are six NBA games on Friday’s slate. As for injuries, Kevin Durant and Isaac Okoro are probable. Evan Mobley, Jamal Murray, Miles Bridges, Lauri Markkanen, Austin Reaves, Josh Giddey, Nikola Vucevic, Patrick Williams, Jordan Clarkson and Tidjane Salaun are questionable. Zach Edey is doubtful. LeBron James, Malcolm Brogdon, Stephon Castle, Zach Collins, Keldon Johnson, […]
December 12, 2024
DraftKings, your paradise of DFS nirvana, has done it again with a new contest called NBA Starting 5. You select one point guard, one shooting guard, one small forward, one power forward, and one center. There is no salary cap. The only stipulation is that you must select players from at least two different teams. […]
December 12, 2024
UPDATE: Poeltl has now checked into the game. Poeltl was set to start Thursday’s game against the Heat but was scratched after tipoff due to back spasms. There’s been no mention of when the injury occurred. Bruno Fernando will get the starting nod. The Crown Is Yours: Sign up for DraftKings and experience the ultimate host for […]
December 12, 2024