2017-01-20 20:16
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2017-01-20 20:14
The Raptors' point guard and his numbers are worthy of much more than just an All-Star start Read More
2017-01-20 19:47
The third-year Suns forward has been a shadow of his former self since returning from a mysterious head injury. Are there reasons for optimism about Warren's fantasy production going forward… Read More
2017-01-20 19:42
How will the Steelers-Patriots showdown be won this weekend? Read More
2017-01-20 19:32
With Capela's return, which Rocket do you want to own in fantasy basketball: Harrell or Capela? Read More
2017-01-20 19:12
Dwyane Wade could see his minutes monitored on the first night of a back-to-back. Who else should you avoid? Read More
2017-01-20 18:54
San Antonio can overcome a hand injury to Gasol thanks to their depth -- and they might even be better without him Read More
2017-01-20 18:36
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and the Edmonton Oilers are in a great spot tonight. Who else should you put in your NHL DFS lineups? Read More
2017-01-20 18:07
Jack Eichel has recorded 20 shots on goal over his last 3 games. Who else should you target in NHL DFS contests tonight? Read More
2017-01-20 17:46
The Washington Wizards have made a monumental leap in the standings recently. How high did they climb our ranks this week? Read More
2017-01-20 17:19
Sergio Agüero is one of the best players in the world but has struggled against clubs near the top of the Premier League Table. Which other players should we avoid in Matchweek 22? Read More
2017-01-20 16:40
With the Clippers down their engine, who do we look to for increased fantasy production? Read More
2017-01-20 16:40
Joel Embiid has 40-plus FanDuel points in four straight games and draws a terrific matchup tonight against Portland. Who else should you target in NBA DFS contests on Friday? Read More
2017-01-20 16:20
Mark Trumbo brought the flash in 2016 by leading the league with 47 home runs. Can he duplicate that in 2017 after across-the-board improvements last year? Read More
2017-01-20 16:20
The oddsmakers do not see a game that stands out above the rest on Saturday's FanDuel slate, but there could be fireworks at the Etihad Stadium Read More
2017-01-20 16:10
Kreider has come into this season with an upgraded style of play. How has this change benefited the New York Rangers? Read More
2017-01-20 16:10
Brady is on the verge of his seventh Super Bowl appearance, but must get past Big Ben and the Steelers before punching a ticket to Houston Read More
2017-01-20 15:24
How will the historically high total affect the players from a fantasy perspective? Read More
2017-01-20 15:20
Friday's matchup with the Rockets is an excellent one for Kevin Durant. Which other high-priced players should be on your radar? Read More
2017-01-19 22:06
Tottenham's Danny Rose has excelled this season when facing the Premier League's top teams, and Spurs take on Manchester City this weekend, making him one of the top defender plays on the bo… Read More
2017-01-19 22:03
Kevin Mirallas is in a great spot this week as Everton take on Crystal Palace. What other players can you turn to for low-cost production? Read More
2017-01-19 21:42
What would happen if we substituted one MVP candidate for another? Read More
2017-01-19 21:30
The man known as Pudge ranks as one of the most dominant catchers of all time and will now be enshrined at Cooperstown Read More
2017-01-19 21:24
Which previous Super Bowl winners compare to this season's conference title game combatants? Read More
2017-01-19 21:05
The Packers and Falcons meet for the second time this year, and they have a score to settle Read More
2017-01-19 20:31
Austin Rivers should see plenty of playing time without Chris Paul. Who else should you try to roster tonight? Read More
2017-01-19 20:22
Mindaugas Kuzminskas aims to fill the void left by Kristaps Porzingis, who is expected to miss another game. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot on Thursday? Read More
2017-01-19 20:10
Thursday's five-game slate is highlighted by several injury concerns for the Denver Nuggets Read More
2017-01-19 19:48
Statistically one of the most well-rounded first basemen ever, it's shocking that it took seven years for Jeff Bagwell to earn baseball immortality Read More
2017-01-19 19:07
The game between the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks features the lowest over/under on the slate, but Hassan Whiteside has thrived in such games throughout his career Read More
2017-01-19 19:07
Brent Burns is one of the top fantasy hockey producers and has a decent matchup Thursday against the Lightning. Who else should you target in NHL DFS contests? Read More
2017-01-19 18:14
Kyle O'Quinn's 4.7-point night on FanDuel Wednesday left almost 40% of the field wishing they had turned elsewhere. Which other players had high ownership for the slate? Read More
2017-01-19 18:07
Nikola Jokic's price and matchup are two big obstacles that could prevent him from reaching value on Thursday. Who else should you avoid in NBA DFS contests tonight? Read More
2017-01-19 17:47
We don't talk about him in the same way anymore. Maybe it's because we're used to it Read More
2017-01-19 17:45
Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott were fantasy studs in their debut campaigns. Which other rookies made their mark this past season, and what does it mean for 2017? Read More
2017-01-19 17:06
LeBron James draws a great matchup tonight against the fast-paced Phoenix Suns. Which other high-priced players should be on your radar? Read More
2017-01-19 16:40
Romo probably won't be back in Dallas next season, so which teams should look to acquire him? Read More
2017-01-19 16:11
The Atlanta Falcons' offense didn't have many flaws this year, but their one weakness was an area where the Green Bay Packers excelled. Could the Packers' pass rush carry them to the Super B… Read More
2017-01-19 16:10
Is Wayne Gretzky really the best player based on the advanced analytics? Or does somebody else have him beat? Read More
2017-01-19 15:52
Derrick Rose dropped 30 points on the Celtics last night. Who joined him in the perfect DFS lineup? Read More
2017-01-19 15:32
Manchester United's stars will likely see a lot of ownership this weekend, but Red Devils fullback Antonio Valencia should fly under the radar despite being in a good spot Read More
2017-01-19 15:21
Even with first-round NBA picks and top-ranked recruits, the Huskies haven't made the NCAA Tournament since 2011. What's the deal? Read More
2017-01-19 14:57
Arrieta was a fantasy letdown in 2016. Will the aura of disappointment make Arrieta a draft-day bargain in 2017? Read More
2017-01-19 14:52
Of all the different frontcourt combinations the Pelicans have used this season, who has been the best fit with Anthony Davis? Read More
2017-01-18 21:56
Joel Embiid is questionable for tonight's game, and his absence could drastically impact the DFS landscape. Which other injury situations are worth monitoring? Read More
2017-01-18 21:31
Another year, another season-threatening injury for the Clippers. What will they do? Read More
2017-01-18 21:26
After years of average results as a starting pitcher, Phelps excelled out of the Miami bullpen last year. Should he stay there? Read More
2017-01-18 21:22
Typically one of the best conferences in college basketball, the Big Ten is experiencing a down season Read More
2017-01-18 20:50
Patrice Bergeron draws a great matchup today, taking on the Detroit Red Wings. Who else should you target in your DFS contests? Read More
2017-01-18 20:36
Is Kevin Durant a must-start against the Thunder, or are there better high-priced options? Read More
2017-01-18 20:26
Fulmer burst onto the scene last year, winning the American League Rookie of the Year award. What do advanced metrics say about his debut season, and how will he fare going forward? Read More
2017-01-18 20:11
The Cowboys thought drafting Ezekiel Elliott with the fourth overall pick would also help the defense in 2016, but that didn't happen Read More
2017-01-18 19:36
With just a two-game slate on tap, we need to find players who carry a big floor for DFS. Who meets that necessity in the conference championships? Read More
2017-01-18 19:07
A pair of Hornets look to create some buzz versus the generous Blazers defense. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-18 19:00
Clayton Kershaw is currently slated as a first-round pick in fantasy baseball drafts. Is the southpaw worth that kind of price? Read More
2017-01-18 18:17
Dwight Howard has a tough matchup against Andre Drummond tonight that you'll want to avoid in NBA DFS. Who else should be left off your team? Read More
2017-01-18 17:54
Joel Embiid continues his reign at the top, but Malcolm Brogdon is doing his best to keep pace with The Process Read More
2017-01-18 17:51
D'Angelo Russell struggled as a popular play on Tuesday's slate, burning the over 40% of rosters that had him. Which other players came in with high ownership? Read More
2017-01-18 17:45
Denver is one of the best teams in the league, per our metrics, and Joseph's hiring of Mike McCoy as offensive coordinator could be just what the offense needs Read More
2017-01-18 17:43
Gray was a huge disappointment last season, but here's why he can bounce back in 2017 Read More
2017-01-18 15:34
Justin Turner was on fire over the second half of last season, and he ended the year with career-best marks in homers and fly-ball rate. Entering his age-32 campaign, he can be a fantasy ass… Read More
2017-01-18 15:15
A potential blowout may scare some off of Draymond Green, but a look at his historic splits suggests there is little reason to worry Read More
2017-01-18 14:57
DeMarcus Cousins is playing up in pace tonight against an Indiana team that struggles on the glass. Which other high-priced players should be on your radar? Read More
2017-01-18 14:49
Hanley Ramirez had a late-season power binge to end 2016 with a bang. Can we expect more of the same this year? Read More
2017-01-18 14:48
Cory Joseph posted a big game without Kyle Lowry. Who joined him in the perfect DFS lineup? Read More
2017-01-18 14:37
Reggie Jackson has struggled recently, but he gets a nice matchup against an Atlanta Hawks team which has had a tough time defending point guards Read More
2017-01-18 14:31
Toronto has re-signed their aging star to a one-year deal despite other cheaper options available on the open market Read More
2017-01-17 22:01
Alex Smith struggled Sunday as the Kansas City Chiefs' season came to an end at the hands of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Do they need to find a new quarterback in order to reach the next level? Read More
2017-01-17 21:51
Clint Capela is making his return tonight for the Rockets. Who else highlights the injury report for Tuesday? Read More
2017-01-17 21:45
The rookie guard has been a surprise top-50 fantasy asset since assuming a starting role in Milwaukee. Is Brogdon here to stay as a fantasy force? Read More
2017-01-17 21:27
Kansas City locked up Duffy, their homegrown hurler, a year prior to him hitting free agency. In doing so, they may have gotten an ace while paying for a back-of-the-rotation arm Read More
2017-01-17 21:17
Despite a slow second half, Carson Wentz lived up to the hype and justified the Eagles trading up to draft him second overall Read More
2017-01-17 20:19
Lou Williams has been hot, and the Los Angeles Lakers' clash with the Denver Nuggets is expected to be a high-scoring matchup. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
2017-01-17 20:18
Tyler Seguin is in a good spot to get himself back on track on Tuesday. Which other NHL players should you be targeting tonight? Read More
2017-01-17 20:05
Which players have posted the best single-season numbers before reaching their 20th birthday? Read More
2017-01-17 19:45
The Kentucky Wildcats sit at the top of our rankings while Iowa State has moved into the top 25 Read More
2017-01-17 19:42
Brandon Ingram has struggled during his rookie season with the Lakers, but it's not a bad thing Read More
2017-01-17 19:22
Matt Ryan and Dak Prescott weren't the most popular quarterbacks for FanDuel's divisional round slate, but they rewarded investors with big days. Which players had high ownership for the wee… Read More
2017-01-17 19:21
With a win against the Seahawks, the Falcons continue to prove they are a dangerous team. And the Packers better recognize it Read More
2017-01-17 19:07
The Oakland Athletics' slugger had a breakout 2016. Is he worth the inflated price tag in 2017? Read More
2017-01-17 18:34
D'Angelo Russell not only has a great individual matchup tonight against Emmanuel Mudiay and the Denver Nuggets, but he has fared well in similar game scripts in his brief career Read More
2017-01-17 18:30
It's safe to say that Connor Cook's first career start didn't go how he imagined it Read More
2017-01-17 18:21
John Wall and the Wizards are 14-6 in their last 20 games. Currently the 5 seed, is Washington a contender in the East? Read More
2017-01-17 17:55
Chris Paul was the most popular point guard on Monday's main slate, but an injury left his owners hanging out to dry. Which other players were popular on FanDuel? Read More
2017-01-17 17:38
Ryan Johansen and his new linemates -- Filip Forsberg and Craig Smith -- are in a good spot against the Vancouver Canucks. Which other players make for a good stack? Read More
2017-01-17 17:24
Nikola Jokic has been dominating and draws an outstanding matchup tonight against the Lakers. Who else should be on your radar for Tuesday's NBA DFS slate? Read More
2017-01-17 17:01
Goran Dragic is up against Patrick Beverley in a matchup you're better off avoiding in NBA DFS contests. Who else should you be avoiding on Tuesday? Read More
2017-01-17 16:52
Julius Randle has really struggled in his past two games, and there are a lot of quality options tonight at power forward. Both of those things make Randle a sneaky-good play in tournaments Read More
2017-01-17 16:41
In the midst of their third seasons since making the jump to the NBA, which player should you be investing in for your fantasy basketball team in both the short- and long-term? Read More
2017-01-17 16:40
The Packers are red hot, but does our algorithm like their chances of winning this year's Super Bowl? Read More
2017-01-17 16:27
Nikola Jokic has been dominant recently, but is he still worth a look at his lofty prices in daily fantasy basketball? And is the 76ers' defense trending up? Read More
2017-01-17 16:21
Currently valued as a seventh-round pick, Carpenter is being overlooking right now in early fantasy baseball drafts Read More
2017-01-17 15:33
Kyle Lowry has a superb matchup against the Brooklyn Nets, making him one of the day's top plays. Which other high-priced players are worth targeting? Read More
2017-01-17 15:23
Draymond Green triple-doubled with five blocks in a blowout over the Cavs. Who joined him in the perfect lineup? Read More
2017-01-17 15:10
Both Cubs youngsters find themselves in interesting positions heading into the 2017 season. Is there any draft day value to be had here? Read More
2017-01-17 14:54
Steelers kicker Chris Boswell set a playoff record with six field goals in the win over Kansas City. But his bevy of chances doesn't mean the Steelers' offense is struggling Read More
2017-01-16 17:31
The Packers-Cowboys divisional round game was a classic, but with some better management, it wouldn't have been as thrilling Read More
2017-01-16 16:19
Conference play is heating up in college basketball, and you won't want to miss what's in store this week Read More
2017-01-16 15:59
Logan Couture and Brent Burns should fill up the stat sheet today against the Winnipeg Jets. Who else should be in your NHL DFS tournament lineups? Read More
2017-01-16 15:44
Kent Bazemore looks to stay hot in a great matchup against the Knicks. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot? Read More
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