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  • Report: Jarred Vanderbilt targeting Game 3 return
    According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Jarred Vanderbilt (right mid-foot sprain) targets Thursday’s Game 3 against the Nuggets as his return date.

    Advice: Vanderbilt was limited to 29 appearances during the regular season, the last of which occurred on February 1 in a win over the Celtics. He has reportedly been progressing in his recovery, and Thursday’s Game 3 could be when Vanderbilt returns to game action. According to McMenamin, the Lakers forward went through one of his most strenuous workouts on Monday, and the key now is how his body responds in the coming days. Vanderbilt won’t add much offensively, but when healthy, he is one of the Lakers’ best defenders. Rotoworld Yesterday, 8:06 pm
     
  • Strong from deep in loss
    Harris ended with 14 points (5-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes in Orlando's 96-86 loss to Cleveland in Game 2 of the first-round playoff series.

    Advice: Harris led all Orlando players in threes made while hauling in a quartet of rebounds and ending as one of four players with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. Harris bounced back in Game 2 after a disappointing performance in Game 1, during which the guard did not connect on a shot while being held scoreless. Harris will need to continue to provide a lift offensively for Orlando as it tries to erase a 2-0 series deficit entering Game 3. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 7:10 pm
     
  • Takes part in Monday's practice
    Vanderbilt (foot) "exerted himself at a high level" during Monday's practice, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

    Advice: Coach Darvin Ham noted in his pregame presser that the team will wait to see how Vanderbilt responds Tuesday morning before determining his next steps toward a return. Vanderbilt has already been ruled out for Monday's Game 2 against the Nuggets. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 5:47 pm
     
  • Solid output in Game 1 victory
    Williams racked up 19 points (8-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 40 minutes during Sunday's 94-92 victory over the Pelicans in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

    Advice: Williams struggled from beyond the arc, but other than that, he delivered a solid performance as the Thunder barely escaped with the victory in Game 1. This was Williams' best scoring performance since March 31, when he scored 33 points in a win over the Knicks just before missing four contests with an ankle injury. He should remain a vital cog in the Thunder's offensive scheme for Game 2 on Wednesday. Rotowire.com Yesterday, 7:26 am
     
  • Woeful in Game 1 loss
    Nembhard ended Sunday's 109-94 loss to Milwaukee in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals with six points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three assists in 30 minutes.

    Advice: Nembhard had very little impact in the loss, continuing what has been a disappointing season despite his starting role. His lack of production highlights the Pacers' need for a reliable secondary backcourt option, something Nemhard has failed to do. Fans will be hoping he can at least be moderately impactful in Game 2. Rotowire.com Sunday, 10:41 pm
     
  • Jalen Williams records 19/7/4/2 line vs. Pelicans
    Jalen Williams played 40 minutes in Sunday’s 94-92 win over New Orleans, accounting for 19 points (8-of-18 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer.

    Advice: The 94 points were the fewest Oklahoma City has scored in a win this season, but they all count just the same. Williams did everything except block a shot, but the rebounds, assists (tied for most on the team), and steals were quality for those who rostered JDub in DFS tournaments. He was one of only three Thunder players to finish in double figures, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren being the others. That trio will have to do a lot of the heavy lifting in the postseason, with their teammates chipping in at timely moments. Game 2 of the series is on Wednesday night. Rotoworld Sunday, 9:17 pm
     
  • Cam Reddish (ankle) ruled out Monday vs. Nuggets
    Cam Reddish (right ankle sprain) is out for Monday’s Game 2 against the Nuggets.

    Advice: Reddish remains sidelined for another game, and his absence will not significantly impact the Lakers’ rotation. Starters D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves will play most of the minutes on the perimeter, with reserves Spencer Dinwiddie and Gabe Vincent combining to log 21 minutes in Saturday’s Game 1 defeat. Rotoworld Sunday, 3:33 pm
     
  • Shines off bench in Game 1 loss
    Wright recorded 17 points (6-7 FG, 5-5 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and two steals across 26 minutes during Sunday's 114-94 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

    Advice: Wright led all bench players in scoring in Game 1, connecting on all five of his three-point attempts while chipping in a couple of steals on the defensive end. Keep an eye on the status of Terry Rozier (neck) ahead of Wednesday's Game 2, as his potential return could impact Wright's workload. Rotowire.com Sunday, 3:30 pm
     
  • Steps up in starting lineup
    Jaquez notched 16 points (8-16 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday's 114-94 loss to Boston in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

    Advice: Jaquez once again stepped up for Miami while earning another starting nod in place of the injured Jimmy Butler (knee), handing out a team-high-tying assist total while ending as one of three Heat players with 15 or more points. Jaquez started in 20 games during the regular season, posting 15 or more points in 12 of those starts. Rotowire.com Sunday, 3:28 pm