NYK • Forward-Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
On a night when Karl-Anthony Towns struggled with fouls and Miami’s frontcourt tandem of Bam Adebayo and Kel’el Ware, Anunoby gave the Knicks much-needed offensive production. The 20-point game was his first since a foot injury sidelined OG for six games. And since the All-Star break, Anunoby has been a fifth-round player in nine-cat formats. With KAT playing through a lingering thumb injury and Mikal Bridges (5/4/8 with one three-pointer) lacking consistency, there’s a greater need for Anunoby’s offensive production.
NYK • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Brunson and the Knicks started slowly on Sunday, but “Captain Clutch” led the way down the stretch as New York walked down the Heat. Brunson shot 7-of-9 from the field in the fourth quarter and overtime, adding another standout performance to his “Clutch Player of the Year” case. And he’s provided fantasy managers with increased production since the All-Star break, ranking within the top 20 in eight- and nine-cat formats. Brunson and the Knicks play three games during Week 18, starting with the Warriors on Tuesday.
PHX • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal is back after missing Phoenix’s last two games with a calf injury. He’ll be in the starting lineup, with Tyus Jones heading to the bench. While he can still provide value in the assist category, Jones offers limited upside when coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Forward-Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Edwards (suspension) and Randle (groin) are back in the Timberwolves’ lineup for their final game of Week 18. The returns mean Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Terrence Shannon Jr. head to the bench, where both have lower fantasy ceilings. Also, Conley continues to start for Donte DiVincenzo as the latter works his way back from a toe injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
NYK • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Despite the Knicks requiring overtime to beat the Heat, there wasn’t any room in the rotation for Achiuwa. Karl-Anthony Towns played 40 minutes, and Mitchell Robinson (two points, two rebounds and one blocked shot), in his second game back from offseason ankle surgery, handled the other 13 at the center position. Achiuwa is still rostered in nine percent of Yahoo! leagues, but that should dip lower with Robinson back in the rotation.
SAS • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Champagnie and Oklahoma City’s Kenrich Williams got into an altercation with about three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Ultimately, both were ejected for their roles in the fracas, as was Thunder starting guard Luguentz Dort. Champagnie played 11 minutes before receiving his marching orders, finishing with eight points, two assists and two three-pointers.
OKC • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Multiple players, including Dort, were involved in an altercation that began between Oklahoma City’s Kenrich Williams and Julian Champagnie of the Spurs. When the dust settled, the officials ejected Williams, Champagnie and Dort. Lu finished with nine points, nine rebounds, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 24 minutes, while Williams tallied three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 10 minutes.
PHX • Guard • #23
about 2 months ago
Morris is back after missing four games with lower back spasms. However, Bradley Beal and Grayson Allen are also back, so Morris’ opportunities will be limited. He should not be rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: Phoenix Suns
LAC • Guard-Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
Simmons, initially questionable for Sunday’s game, is officially out. His absence will likely result in Nicolas Batum playing more minutes off the bench, which is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Mike Trudell
LAC • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Powell is back after a five-game absence with a knee injury. The Clippers will be without Derrick Jones Jr. (groin), so Powell’s return will not result in Kris Dunn returning to the bench. Dunn is worth streaming in deep leagues for managers needing steals.
Source: Mike Trudell
MIN • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Edwards was initially questionable for Sunday’s game, and he returns after serving a one-game suspension on Friday against the Jazz. As for Randle, he’s back in the lineup after a strained groin sidelined him for 13 games. Randle’s minutes will likely be restricted in his first game back, but Terrence Shannon Jr. may still be headed back to the bench.
Source: Dana Scott
LAL • Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
Reaves injured his calf during Friday’s win over the Clippers and will miss at least one game. As a result, Vincent moves into the starting lineup, but he offers limited streaming value playing alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Joining those three in the starting five are Dorian Finney-Smith and Jaxson Hayes.
Source: Dave McMenamin
PHX • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal and Allen were initially questionable for Sunday’s game, but they have been upgraded to available. The former’s return will impact the Suns’ rotation more, as Tyus Jones will likely return to the bench. Allen remains a key reserve for Phoenix, but he’s a deep-league option at best when the team’s “big three” are available.
Source: Amanda Pflugrad
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
McCollum and Williamson are back after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Suns, which was the second game of a back-to-back. Their returns mean Jordan Hawkins and Bruce Brown head to the bench, where both offer limited fantasy value. However, they will remain in the rotation.
Source: NBA Lineups
UTA • Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
The Jazz are without four starters (Collin Sexton, Jordan Clarkson, Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler) for Sunday’s game. Juzang, Sensabaugh, Martin and Filipowski join Collier in the starting lineup, and all are worth streaming in this spot due to Utah’s limited roster.
Source: NBA Lineups
TOR • Guard-Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Gradey was injured late in the second quarter, as he took an inadvertent hit to the head and teammate RJ Barrett fell into his right leg on the same play. The Raptors have not said which injury is why Gradey is sidelined for the rest of the night; it’s simply that he’s being evaluated. Ja’Kobe Walter started the third quarter.
Source: Blake Murphy
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
about 2 months ago
Although initially questionable for Sunday night, Doncic and James are on track to play. It would be surprising if either missed the Lakers’ second game against the Clippers in three nights.
Source: Daniel Starkand
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
about 2 months ago
Despite Sabonis pulling up lame just over one minute into Saturday’s win over the Rockets, the Kings have declared his injury a sore left hamstring. Jonas Valanciunas is the next man up, and the move into the starting lineup will raise his fantasy ceiling. However, JV is already rostered in a majority of 12-team leagues. Keon Ellis isn’t a center, but his playing time may increase with Sabonis inactive despite coming off the bench.
IND • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Regarding fantasy value, Haliburton has been outstanding since the All-Star break. Recording his fifth straight points/assists double-double, the Pacers point guard is ranked first in eight- and nine-cat formats, per Basketball Monster. Haliburton is providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats for the season, and it’s realistic to expect him to maintain that for the remainder of the season. The Pacers begin a three-game Week 18 with a home game against the Rockets on Tuesday.
IND • Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
While the final stat line was solid, Siakam continues to struggle at the foul line. Since the All-Star break, he’s made 50 percent of his attempts, slightly better than his percentage from the field (49.5). The foul shooting and limited defensive production are why Siakam has been ranked outside the top 200 in eight-cat formats since the break. His season-long fantasy value remains fine, but managers need more from Spicy P as the playoffs approach.
IND • Guard-Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Part of the Pacers’ starting lineup due to his defensive ability, Nesmith has never lacked the ability to knock down shots. He had his best offensive performance of the season on Sunday, recording his first 20-point game. Nesmith has hit double figures in five of his last six outings, sitting just outside the top 75 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. The Pacers play three games during Week 18, starting with the Rockets on Tuesday.
CHI • Forward • #14
about 2 months ago
Buzelis had a good afternoon in Indianapolis, even if the Bulls took home the defeat. The rookie forward recorded a complete stat line, and he’ll have added value with Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder) ruled out for the rest of the season. Since the All-Star break, Buzelis has provided 14th-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. That isn’t groundbreaking, but the role makes Matas worth rostering in deep leagues, at a minimum.
CHI • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Giddey’s points, rebounds and assists were solid in Sunday’s loss to the Pacers. Unfortunately, he didn’t shoot the ball well and failed to record any defensive stats (steals or blocks) for the first time since January 25 against the 76ers. Since the All-Star break, Giddey has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats. Provided he continues to play starters’ minutes and isn’t shut down, the Bulls guard will be a valuable asset to fantasy managers hoping to win their leagues.
CHI • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Sunday’s game was a tale of two halves for White. Shooting 8-of-10 from the field, he scored 20 points in the first half, and the Bulls held a one-point lead at the break. The Pacers did a much better job defending White in the second half, and he shot just 2-of-8 from the field, scoring six points. Since the All-Star break, the Bulls guard has provided top-50 value in eight-cat formats. The Bulls have shown no signs of pulling the plug this season, and tanking may prove difficult with Philadelphia and Brooklyn behind them in the standings. That’s a good thing for managers who have White rostered.
OKC • Center-Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
The Thunder are without Chet Holmgren, who sprained his ankle during Friday’s win over the Hawks. Hartenstein returns to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in Atlanta, and the promotion raises his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
DET • Forward • #12
about 2 months ago
Harris is away from the Pistons for personal reasons and will not play on Monday. This will be his first missed game since December 16, and Malik Beasley is a potential replacement in the starting lineup. Beasley has played well recently and was already worth adding in some 12-team leagues. Harris’ absence raises his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • F • #25
about 2 months ago
Washington aggravated his sprained right ankle during Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, forcing an early exit. Naji Marshall played 30 minutes on Saturday and will likely return to the starting lineup as Washington’s replacement. He’s worth streaming as long as Washington is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 2 months ago
Allen provided a modest point total on Sunday, but the Cavaliers center finished with his 33rd double-double. Allen’s fantasy value has taken a hit since the All-Star break, as he has only been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats. However, while Evan Mobley continues to emerge as an elite option on both ends of the floor, Allen’s fantasy value has not fallen off a cliff. A sixth-round player for the season, he can crack the top-50 before the season concludes.
CLE • Forward-Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Starting in place of Donovan Mitchell (rest), Hunter did not provide much value during the first half of Sunday’s game, going scoreless with one shot attempt. That changed after the halftime break, as Hunter ripped off 28 points in the second half and overtime to help Cleveland extend its win streak to 10 games. Rostered in 39 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Hunter provides late-round value in 12-team formats, but that’s his ceiling due to the limited production outside of points, rebounds and three-pointers. And with Mitchell likely back for Tuesday’s game in Chicago, Hunter should be headed back to the bench.
CLE • Guard-Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
With Donovan Mitchell (rest) out, Jerome stepped up for the Cavaliers despite coming off the bench. He’s scored 19 points or more in three of his last four outings and is ranked just outside the top 50 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Rostered in 21 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Jerome hasn’t reached Payton Pritchard territory regarding fantasy value. However, he’s headed in the right direction.
