CLE • Center • #4
about 2 months ago
Mobley has scored at least 17 points in six straight and nine of his last 10 games. He has also been Cleveland’s most valuable fantasy option since the All-Star break, providing second-round value in eight-cat formats. Thanks partly to Mobley’s efforts, the Cavaliers became the first team to reach 50 wins this season. Cleveland plays four games during Week 18, starting with the Bulls on Tuesday.
POR • Forward • #33
about 2 months ago
In addition to shooting the ball well in Cleveland, the second-year wing racked up fantasy value with his steals. He has recorded at least one steal in 13 straight games, continuing to establish himself as one of the NBA’s better defenders. Since the All-Star break, Camara has provided top-15 value in eight-cat formats. With Portland playing four games during Week 18, he should be rostered in more than 49 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
POR • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
While he didn’t shoot the ball efficiently, Simons has now scored 25 points or more in three of his last five outings. Despite shooting 40.4 percent from the field, the Blazers guard has been a top 100 player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. The lingering question for Simons managers: will there come a point when the Blazers decide to shut him down? The door isn’t completely closed on the final play-in spot in the West, but Sunday’s defeat dropped Portland to five games behind Dallas in the loss column.
POR • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Avdija was outstanding in Cleveland, shooting over 50 percent from the field and recording his first career triple-double. While he has only been a 10th-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, the Blazers wing is a must-roster player at this stage. Avdija has an even higher ceiling when the Blazers are shorthanded, as they were on Sunday when they played without Jerami Grant. Portland plays four games during Week 18, starting with the 76ers on Monday.
OKC • Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Dieng has been upgraded from questionable to available. With Chet Holmgren (ankle) out, there may be room on the back end of the Thunder rotation for Dieng to play. However, that isn’t enough to make him worth the risk in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • • #Guard
about 2 months ago
Pullin, who signed a two-way contract in mid-January, has appeared in three games this season. When he is healthy, he won’t be in the rotation.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams and Clarke are back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Spurs. The returns give Memphis a welcome infusion of depth off the bench, even if neither player significantly impacts fantasy basketball.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Bane will be available after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, which was Memphis’ second game in as many nights. He will occupy his usual spot in the starting lineup, but who joins Bane in the backcourt is unknown. Ja Morant (shoulder) is questionable, meaning Scotty Pippen Jr. or Luke Kennard may start alongside Bane.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Morant did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, and he isn’t guaranteed to be available on Monday, either. While Scotty Pippen Jr. replaced Morant in the starting lineup, the Grizzlies were also without Desmond Bane. With Bane available, Luke Kennard could be the replacement if Morant misses a second straight game.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
ATL • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
The Hawks continue to list Young as probable with an Achilles issue that has lingered for most of the season. He’ll be in the starting lineup and will play starter minutes. Fantasy managers should ensure Young is not sitting on their bench before lineups lock Monday night.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #20
about 2 months ago
Niang’s fantasy value has increased since he was traded from Cleveland to Atlanta at the February deadline. His absence may result in starter Mouhamed Gueye playing more than usual, but he has not been a factor in fantasy basketball. Terance Mann will also have added value; fantasy managers may be better off targeting him than Gueye.
Source: Brad Rowland
GSW • • #
about 2 months ago
Butler is on track to return after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the 76ers with a mid-back sprain. Post, who replaced him in the starting lineup, is also probable for Monday’s game. The rookie will come off the bench with Butler back on the court as Draymond Green shifts into the starting center role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Brooks lands on the injury report with a right knee contusion, which he suffered during Saturday’s loss to the Kings. If he’s unable to play on Monday, Cam Whitmore or Jae’Sean Tate (who’s a superior defender to Whitmore) may enter the rotation. Neither would be worth streaming in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Four of Houston’s five starters are on the injury report for Monday’s game, with Jalen Green being the lone absentee. Since Fred VanVleet (ankle) is out, Thompson and Sengun will have additional playmaking responsibilities if available. Aaron Holiday and Jeff Green are two players who may be asked to do more if Thompson or Sengun cannot play against the Thunder. They have provided limited value when allowed to play extended minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 2 months ago
Eason and Adams were active for Saturday’s loss to the Kings, playing 23 and eight minutes off the bench, respectively. The former is far more impactful in fantasy basketball, especially with Fred VanVleet (ankle) already out. Eason could return to the starting lineup if available, but Jabari Smith Jr. is another option to fill the void left by VanVleet. If Adams cannot play, Jock Landale will move into the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
VanVleet aggravated his right ankle strain during Saturday’s loss to the Kings in his first appearance since February 1. Jabari Smith Jr. or Tari Eason will be the replacement in the starting lineup, with the latter listed as questionable due to lower left leg injury management.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #18
about 2 months ago
The Heat are without Andrew Wiggins and Jaime Jaquez Jr.; both are out with ankle injuries. Burks moves into the starting lineup to face the team he’s played for on two occasions. The promotion gives him a shot at achieving fantasy relevance, but Burks is not a must-add player in this spot.
Source: Miami Heat
NYK • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Sunday’s game, Hart and Robinson are officially available. While the former will be in the starting lineup and may approach 40 minutes, Robinson will likely be capped at 12-15 as he works his way back from offseason ankle surgery.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
While Curry was sidelined with a back injury for Saturday’s loss to the Wizards, Moore has missed the Hornets’ last two games with a concussion. Curry’s return would be more impactful in fantasy basketball, as Damion Baugh, who played 20 minutes on Saturday, likely would experience a decrease in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #11
about 2 months ago
Nurkic will be available after missing Saturday’s loss to the Wizards due to illness. His return means Moussa Diabate will likely fall out of the rotation. Mark Williams remains the starting center and should easily play 30-plus minutes.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
Bridges has not missed a game since January 24, but he’s probable for Monday night with an illness. Tidjane Salaun will likely play more minutes, potentially as a starter, if Bridges cannot play. However, the probable tag suggests Miles will be available. Salaun hasn’t reached the point where he should be rostered in fantasy leagues, but the rookie should have added value as the season winds down.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHI • Forward • #25
about 2 months ago
With Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder) out for the rest of the season and Lonzo Ball and Kevin Huerter unavailable Sunday, the Bulls are light on available options. As a result, Terry will move into the starting lineup. While he hasn’t been a difference-maker in fantasy basketball this season, Terry may be worth a “hail mary” for fantasy managers in dire need of a starter for Sunday’s action.
Source: NBA Lineups
WAS • G • #13
about 2 months ago
Poole will miss a second-straight game with a hyperextended right elbow. Bub Carrington should remain in the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. The Wizards also played Marcus Smart 20 minutes off the bench; the veteran guard should take on a similar role against the Heat.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wiggins and Jaquez will miss Sunday’s game with ankle injuries, meaning the Heat will be without the top two players on their depth chart at the position. Duncan Robinson may be the replacement in the starting lineup, and he can provide points and three-pointers in that role. Kyle Anderson is another option at Erik Spoelstra’s disposal. Wiggins has now missed back-to-back games with the ankle injury.
Source: Miami Heat
BOS • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Sunday’s win over the Nuggets was the second game Holiday missed due to a mallet finger. The good news is that the injury does not require surgery, but the veteran guard must tolerate the pain. Holiday hasn’t been able to dribble, catch or shoot a basketball due to the pain, and it’s unknown when that will change. On nights when the Celtics are down one starter, Al Horford will be the replacement in the starting lineup. In back-to-back situations when Horford isn’t available, Sam Hauser and Luke Kornet would take on additional responsibilities.
Source: CLNS Media
CHI • Forward • #44
about 2 months ago
Williams has been out since February 12 with a case of right quad tendinitis, receiving a PRP injection on February 20. The Bulls end their Week 18 schedule with games in Orlando (Thursday) and Miami (Saturday), and the hope is Williams will be available then. Matas Buzelis has been a starter since February 5, and Williams’ availability is not likely to change that.
Source: K.C. Johnson
DEN • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Strawther suffered an apparent left knee injury on a drive to the basket during the third quarter, exiting with 3:22 remaining. Jalen Pickett (three points, one rebound and one three-pointer in eight minutes) played rotation minutes after Strawther’s departure, but there isn’t a player worth adding if the second-year wing misses time. Strawther’s exit also factored into starter Christian Braun playing 46 minutes. Shallow-league managers can add Braun (62 percent rostered), but the Nuggets won’t play their next game until Wednesday.
PHI • Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
Lowry is set to miss his eighth-straight game due to right hip injury management. The veteran guard is banged up and Philly is sparingly using other point guards off the bench.
PHI • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
George has put his podcast on hiatus, but he can’t stop picking up new injuries this year. The two-way wing is a plausible shutdown candidate if the 76ers decide to punt on the rest of the season. Justin Edwards could draw a spot start if George misses his first game in March.
