CLE • Center • #4
about 2 months ago
Mobley has recorded a double-double in five of his last seven games, providing top-20 value in eight-cat formats. During this run, he has averaged 19.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 0.9 steals, 2.3 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers per game. First-year head coach Kenny Atkinson has unlocked Mobley, and the results have been fantastic. He earned his first All-Star Game appearance, and given the names of some players ineligible for postseason honors, Mobley making an All-NBA team wouldn’t be far-fetched.
CLE • Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
With Boston scoring 17 of the game’s first 19 points, Cleveland appeared to be in danger of getting run out of the TD Garden. Not only did the Cavaliers avoid getting blown out, but they won the game for one of their most impressive results of the season. And Mitchell was front and center, dropping in a season-high 41 points. He did so efficiently, shooting 50 percent from the field and only recording two turnovers. Mitchell and the Cavaliers return home for their final game of Week 17, Sunday afternoon against Portland.
CLE • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Back in the lineup after missing two games with a left hip contusion, Garland had a solid night as a scorer and distributor. However, if he has had an issue recently, it has been the field-goal percentage. Over the past three weeks, he’s shot just 39.5 percent from the field, nearly ten points lower than his mark for the season (49.1). Garland is still providing top 40 value in eight- and nine-cat formats; fantasy managers don’t have much to worry about as the fantasy trade deadline approaches.
IND • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Haliburton had at least 10 assists for the fourth straight game as he’s had a double-double in all four of those games. The 24-year-old point guard has rebounded from an uneven start to the season. Haliburton has been producing at a high level over the last three weeks with fantasy managers hoping that carries over to the fantasy playoffs.
IND • Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam isn’t known for his 3-point shooting, but the 30-year-old power forward now has three games with at least four 3-pointers made over his last 13 games. While he’s still not going to be a major contributor in threes going forward, fantasy managers will take the eight threes Siakam made Friday. Spicy P has been a top-50 fantasy player on the season.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 2 months ago
Adebayo played through a calf injury for the second straight game Friday. The 27-year-old center was just three rebounds and three assists shy of a triple-double. Adebayo has provided fifth-round fantasy value on the season.
MIA • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson stepped up with Andrew Wiggins out Friday. The 30-year-old shooting guard came off the bench and was highly efficient as he made 8-of-10 shots from the field including four 3-pointers. Robinson isn’t an every week fantasy starter, but he’s a good bet to provide points and threes when the Heat are missing a key player or two.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Herro has scored at least 24 points in four of his last five games. The 25-year-old point guard wasn’t exactly efficient, but got there on volume as he took 25 shot attempts Friday. Herro has excelled with Jimmy Butler away from the team all season long and has only taken that up a notch since the trade deadline. He’s been a top-25 player in fantasy since Butler was traded to the Warriors.
BKN • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Thomas started, but played only 21 minutes as the Nets lost by 19 points Friday. The 23-year-old shooting guard had been out for almost two months with a hamstring injury. While his minutes should only increase from here, Thomas can put up points in a short amount of time on the floor. He had 16 points against Portland while missing all four of his 3-point attempts. It should only get better from here for Thomas.
ATL • G • #3
about 2 months ago
While De’Andre Hunter has undoubtedly helped the Cavaliers, the two players Atlanta received in exchange have also been productive. LeVert shined on Friday, with the 23 points being a season-high. Over the past three weeks, he’s provided late-round value in 12-team formats. Georges Niang has been even better since the move, as he’s ranked within the top 100. He played 28 minutes and started the second half, finishing with 14 points, four rebounds, two assists and three three-pointers. Niang and LeVert can have value in deep leagues, with the former being a better option for managers needing a boost for Atlanta’s four-game Week 18.
POR • Forward • #33
about 2 months ago
Camara continues to produce for the Trail Blazers, who needed it Friday without Jerami Grant and Deni Avdija in the starting lineup. The 24-year-old small forward poured in 19 points and four 3-pointers. Camara has provided third-round fantasy value over the past month and is still available in far too many leagues.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 2 months ago
Okongwu finished Friday’s defeat with his 15th double-double of the season and sixth since moving into the starting lineup on January 20. As expected, the lineup change has paid dividends for those rostering the 2020 lottery pick. Since January 20, Okongwu has provided top 75 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. That may not be “elite” production, but it’s an improvement for a player who spent the first half of the season well outside the top 100. Okongwu finishing the season as a top-75 player would be unsurprising at this rate.
ATL • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
After going on a run of three straight 38-point efforts, Young has scored 19 or less in his last three outings. The good news for fantasy managers is that the assist production has held steady, an unsurprising development given his play throughout the season. However, the dip in scoring has made him a third-round player in eight-cat formats over the past week. The good news is that the drop-off hasn’t been severe, so fantasy managers are still receiving solid value. Young and the Hawks play four games during Week 18, starting with the Grizzlies on Monday.
OKC • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
There’s nothing like facing a team ranked 27th in three-point percentage defense when you’re in a slump. Dort entered Friday’s game having shot 2-of-16 from three in his prior four games. He snapped out of that funk in a big way in Atlanta, shooting 6-of-11 from deep and recording his first 20-point game since February 1 (20 vs. Sacramento). Rostered in 17 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Dort has been ranked outside the top 175 in nine-cat formats over the past three weeks. Friday’s effort was a much-needed step in the right direction.
OKC • Guard-Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Williams has scored 20 points or more in three straight games for the first time in a month. The good news for fantasy managers is that the dip in scoring before this run did not do much to damage his fantasy value. Williams has been productive enough across the board to withstand the occasional trouble in a category, so he continues to provide third-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Oklahoma City heads to San Antonio, where its road trip will conclude on Sunday.
POR • Guard • #17
about 2 months ago
Sharpe entered the starting lineup Friday with Jerami Grant and Deni Avdija both out. The 21-year-old shooting guard has consistently stepped up his scoring output when the Trail Blazers are missing starters this year and it was the same story against the Nets. Sharpe had 25 points on 14 shots and made four 3-pointers. He can certainly provide points and threes when given the opportunity.
OKC • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Gilgeous-Alexander has scored 30 points or more in three of his last four outings as he continues to build his MVP résumé for the team with the second-best record in the NBA. SGA being a top-10 player in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past three weeks represents a step back regarding his fantasy value, which says a lot about how good he’s been this season. Gilgeous-Alexander will look to end Week 17 on a high note when the Thunder visit San Antonio on Sunday.
OKC • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Wallace was in the starting lineup after coming off the bench in Wednesday’s win over the Nets, with Isaiah Hartenstein heading to the bench. While the second-year guard offered limited production as a starter in Atlanta, he can still be a valuable option in points-punt team builds. As for Hartenstein, he contributed 13 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one blocked shot in 27 minutes off the bench. And he may move into the starting lineup for Oklahoma City’s next game, as Chet Holmgren sprained his ankle during the first half. The Thunder visit the Spurs on Sunday.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Jaquez suffered what appeared to be a rather severe sprain of his right ankle on a drive to the basket during Friday’s game. The good news is that the X-rays were negative, but the second-year wing is done for the night. Alec Burks may be in line for more rotation minutes if Jaquez misses time, but the veteran guard offers limited fantasy upside. Also, Andrew Wiggins’ absence pushed Jaquez into the starting lineup for Friday’s game, so he would be first in line moving forward.
Source: Anthony Chiang
DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thompson left Wednesday’s game against the Celtics late with what appeared to be a nasty leg injury. The 22-year-old small forward was merely dealing with a cramp and wasn’t even listed on the injury report ahead of Friday’s game. Thompson appeared to be fine Friday as his trademark defense resulted in five steals for the second game in a row. The potential is there for Thompson to be a fantasy stud, but he hasn’t provided much scoring in this last three games.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham has been carrying the Pistons lately as Detroit had won eight games in a row entering play Friday. The 23-year-old point guard was due for a bad game and he struggled against a Nuggets team that won the championship two years ago. Cunningham’s 11 points were his lowest in a game all season long, but he’s been a top-15 player in fantasy over the last three weeks. He’ll look to bounce back Saturday against the Nets.
DEN • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Porter Jr. had his fourth game with at least 28 points in the month of February. The 26-year-old small forward was efficient shooting 10-of-15 from the field including 6-of-7 from behind the 3-point line. Porter Jr. also pulled down nine rebounds. He’s provided third-round fantasy value in February.
DEN • Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray’s 31-point effort was the fourth time he eclipsed 30 points in the month of February. He lit the Pistons up with five 3-pointers, bouncing back from a loss to the Bucks on Thursday. Murray continues to deal with a knee injury, but hasn’t missed a game since early February. The 28-year-old point guard is heating up as we approach the fantasy playoffs.
DEN • Center • #15
about 2 months ago
Jokic also had a triple-double Thursday in the loss to the Bucks. The 30-year-old center now has 28 triple-doubles in 54 games, needing only four more to break the single-season record (held by Wilt Chamberlain). Jokic dished out 15 assists against the Pistons Friday and is on pace to become the first center to average at least 10 assists in a season. While he isn’t currently the favorite for the league’s MVP away, Jokic is certainly the fantasy MVP this season.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday evening, Hayes is officially available to play. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, meaning the only change will be Dorian Finney-Smith stepping in for the injured Rui Hachimura (knee). Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James complete the starting five.
Source: Mark Medina
LAL • Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
No surprise here as both superstars were upgraded to probable ahead of Friday night’s game against the Clippers. Fantasy managers can put James and Doncic into lineups as usual Friday.
OKC • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Joe is the second Thunder rotation player to exit Friday’s game with an injury, joining Chet Holmgren (ankle). Kenrich Williams will likely play a few more minutes with Joe sidelined, but he’s unlikely to put up the numbers needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Nick Gallo
MIN • Guard-Forward • #00
about 2 months ago
The Timberwolves have made two changes to the lineup that started Thursday’s loss to the Lakers, one due to suspension (Anthony Edwards). Also out of the lineup is Jaylen Clark, who heads to the bench, with Alexander-Walker and Shannon moving in.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
about 2 months ago
Doncic is still managing a calf injury, but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s game against the Clippers given that he’s been upgraded to probable. Fantasy managers should expect the 26-year-old point guard to be available at this point and insert him into lineups as usual.
OKC • Center-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Holmgren sprained his left ankle during the first half of Friday’s game and will not return. He logged 15 minutes and finished with seven points (3-of-8 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), four rebounds and three assists. If Holmgren misses time beyond Friday, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe are two players whose minutes will likely increase.
Source: Rylan Stiles
