


Los Angeles Clippers guards James Harden and Paul George are both looking for a new contract this coming summer and it seems that the team will be doing their best to keep them around. According to Howard Beck of The Ringer, after the Clippers invested $2 billion into a new arena, they'll be trying to keep around their core regardless of their postseason success this year. Harden and George play a huge part in keeping the Clippers relevant, and they already signed Kawhi Leonard to a new contract as well. So, while other superstars are expected to test the market, the Clippers should look pretty similar to how the roster has shaken out so far.


New Orleans Pelicans forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl is getting converted from a two-way deal to a two-year standard NBA contract according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. The 23-year-old has appeared in 21 games for the Pelicans this year and has operated mostly in a third-string big-man role. He's averaging 3.7 points and 2.3 rebounds across 10.0 minutes per game while shooting 51.7% from the floor and 36.4% from beyond the arc. He's not much of a fantasy asset at the moment, but he could become a streaming option if the Pelicans frontcourt experiences any injury issues down the stretch.


According to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, Cavs head coach J.B. Bickerstaff isn't expected to make any changes to the starting lineup. Although nearly everyone in the first five is a lock to retain their roles, forward Max Strus has been mentioned as someone who could head back to the bench. However, Strus has played relatively well in his 53 games this season, all starts, averaging a career-high 12.2 points. The 27-year-old still has more work to do pertaining to his consistency on the scoring end. But he's capable of knocking down shots from behind the arc, and the attention he receives from opposing defenses enables others to get open. That said, Strus arguably has a place in all fantasy lineups, especially if he remains starting. Unfortunately, fantasy managers shouldn't expect routine production.


Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) will suit up for Sunday night's All-Star game. However, per James, he'll be limited. The multi-time MVP has battled various ailments throughout the 2023-24 campaign. But he's received treatment over the last few days for his left ankle issue, with more to come moving ahead. The 39-year-old continues to make a difference for fantasy managers this season, averaging 24.8 points, 7.8 assists, 7.2 boards, and 1.3 steals. He's also shot 39.5% from deep, one of the best averages of his career. James was also recently asked about his retirement plans. Yet, he didn't provide a definitive update regarding how many more years he has left. Additionally, the 2003 No. 1 overall pick didn't specify if he'd hang it up as a Laker. At any rate, Los Angeles will have their first game after the All-Star break on Thursday evening in Golden State. Fantasy managers should expect James to have an injury designation, although there's a real chance he won't play.


According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, the Pistons are expected to keep guard Evan Fournier on the roster. The 31-year-old sharpshooter from France was traded to Detroit ahead of the deadline after spending three years in New York. He averaged 14.1 points in 80 games during the 2021-22 campaign. However, Fournier has played sparingly in the last two seasons and hasn't been a consistent presence in head coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation. With this in mind, it appears there is a place for him in Detroit, considering he's logged 25 minutes in two games with the Pistons. Although Fournier has a way to go before earning a spot on fantasy rosters, he's still someone to keep on the radar, especially if he keeps getting playing time with his new team.
