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BOS • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott has been out since January 3, and his absence has not affected fantasy basketball. While there may be room in the rotation for him, that isn’t guaranteed with Sam Hauser and Jordan Walsh also in the mix.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
It appeared the Celtics hoped to rest Queta for Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, but he wound up playing 24 minutes, in part because Luka Garza tweaked his left ankle during the first half. Rookie Amari Williams started for Queta, but he only played ten minutes. If Queta can’t play, Garza is more likely to benefit than Williams, regardless of who starts.
Source: Justin Turpin
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Inclement weather has forced a change to the start time for Monday’s game, which was initially scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM Eastern. Monday’s game between Philadelphia and Charlotte was also moved up, and it will start at 3 PM Eastern.
Source: NBA Communications
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
Due to a bone contusion in his left knee, Risacher has not appeared in a game since January 7. Being assigned to the Hawks’ G League affiliate is a step in the right direction, as it’s a sign that he’s able to do some on-court work. While Vit Krejčí was Risacher’s replacement in the starting lineup in the immediate aftermath of his knee injury, Corey Kispert has been the most recent replacement. Neither player should be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Brad Rowland
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Chicago’s decision to guard Brown one-on-one without help proved costly, as he torched them for 20 first-half points on an absurdly efficient 7-of-10 shooting from inside three-point range. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone’s effort was even more impressive considering he played a whopping 46 minutes during Friday night’s double-overtime win over the Nets and has been dealing with a lingering hamstring issue. He saved his best for the final minute going coast-to-coast for a game-tying layup with 14.2 seconds left in regulation. The herculean effort wasn’t enough for Boston as Chicago knocked down 21 three-pointers to squeak out a narrow win. The Celtics have a four-game week on tap that includes matchups against the Trail Blazers, Hawks, Kings and Bucks.
BOS • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Simons helped nearly spoil Derek Rose night in Chicago by doing his best impression, getting downhill and attacking the rim in addition to supplying his usual barrage of three-pointers. It was his first 20-point effort since going off for 39 points against the Heat back on January 15. The 26-year-old scoring machine contributed a strong all-around fantasy effort in this one, supplying a handful of rebounds, assists and steals. He remains a defensive liability but he’s capable of scoring in bunches when he gets hot.
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
about 1 month ago
While Neemias Queta (illness) is available, he’ll come off the bench on Saturday. And instead of Luka Garza, who played 20 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Nets, it will be Williams who starts. The second-round pick out of Kentucky will make his tenth appearance of the season, with this being his first start. Also, White’s return means that Baylor Scheierman comes off the bench.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta is good to go for Saturday’s game, which is the second in as many nights for the Celtics. He played 28 minutes in Friday’s win over the Nets, though illness was a factor. Luka Garza may pick up a few additional minutes off the bench, but he isn’t worth streaming since Queta is playing.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown is good to go after logging 46 minutes in Friday’s double-overtime win over the Nets. With Derrick White (rest) back, Baylor Scheierman will head to the bench.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
White did not play in Friday’s double-overtime win over the Nets, with Baylor Scheierman playing 34 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. If Jaylen Brown (hamstring), who’s listed as probable, can’t play on Saturday, Scheierman could remain in the starting lineup.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was questionable ahead of Friday’s double-overtime win over the Nets, a game in which he was limited to 28 minutes. If he’s either limited or can’t play, Luka Garza would benefit the most from a playing time standpoint.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
After playing 46 of a possible 58 minutes in Friday’s double-overtime win over the Nets, Brown is on track to play Saturday night. A lot can change between now and the 8 PM Eastern tip time, however, so fantasy managers need to keep an eye out for more injury updates. If Brown doesn’t play, Baylor Scheierman may remain in the starting lineup for another game.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard has been inconsistent recently, but he was able to have a big night in this game. This was his highest-scoring game in over a month, and it was enough to help Boston get the win in double overtime. Pritchard has seen a bump in usage and production this year, and his efficiency has only dropped off slightly. He’ll look to stay hot in Chicago on Saturday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown really struggled with his shot in this game, but he found other ways to make an impact and help Boston secure the win in double overtime. He fell short of scoring at least 30 points for a fourth straight game, but he was able to record his second triple-double of the season. Brown is enjoying the best scoring season of his career, but he has also stepped up as a playmaker. He’ll continue to be dominant in fantasy basketball for the rest of the season, and he should be more efficient as a scorer moving forward.
ATL • G • #3
about 1 month ago
McCollum hasn’t been great with the Hawks, but he has been a consistent source of points. That held true in this game. McCollum should continue to see plenty of minutes for Atlanta, mostly as a reserve, but his impact in category leagues will remain limited. However, he should be able to contribute more in other categories than he did in this game. Just not much more.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu remains limited on the glass, but he has been able to make an impact in a multitude of categories consistently. He also led the Hawks in scoring in the win. Okongwu is currently providing third-round value in nine-category leagues this season and has been able to produce value across the board. This was a strong performance for him, and he’ll look to keep it going against the Pacers on Monday.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson had a few rough performances in January, but the last three games have been strong. He has averaged 27.7 points, 16.3 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game during this stretch. He hasn’t been as strong in the other categories, but he has been a beast in points, rebounds and assists. He matched his career high for boards in this game, which he has now set three times this season. He’ll look to keep his dominance on the glass up against the Pacers on Monday.
BOS • Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Scheierman will make his third start of the season on Friday, replacing Derrick White (rest) in the Celtics’ opening five. The second-year guard hasn’t had much production so far this season, but did post a 9/7/4 line with three three-pointers and three steals in his most recent start. He’ll have a chance to put up decent numbers against the Nets as the Celtics try for back-to-back wins.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was a late addition to the injury report on Friday, but he will be able to play despite the illness. He had 17 points, nine rebounds and four blocks on Wednesday and will look to stay hot in his typical starting role in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta is a late addition to the injury report, so fantasy managers should have a backup plan in place. Luka Garza could replace Queta in the starting lineup, but at the very least, Garza should see a notable bump in playing time if Queta is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Given what the Nets showed in their 120-66 loss to the Knicks on Wednesday, it makes sense for the Celtics to give one of their mainstays Friday night off. With White unavailable, Baylor Scheierman may be the player most likely to move into the starting lineup. While not a must-stream player, the second-year guard will have every opportunity to offer tangible value if he starts.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott has appeared in one game since Christmas, a January 3 win over the Clippers in which he logged three minutes. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball or the Celtics’ rotation. Fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that Minott is out indefinitely.
Source: Taylor Snow
ATL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Kennard has logged at least 19 minutes in seven of his last eight games, with his minutes increasing when the shots are falling. The Hawks’ guard was 4-of-5 from beyond the arc in Memphis, with the 18 points being double his tally from the prior three games combined. Kennard still isn’t at the point where he can be trusted in fantasy leagues, but more nights like Wednesday could change that.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
While he did shoot 60 percent from the field and record a complete stat line, this was a rough night for Okongwu. In addition to fouling out, the Hawks’ center committed a season-high seven turnovers. The good news is that nights like this have not been the norm for Okongwu, so it’s safe to assume that he’ll bounce back. And over the past two weeks, he has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson wasn’t among the ten players named starters for next month’s All-Star Game, but there’s little doubt that he should be making the trip. The Hawks’ forward recorded another stellar stat line on Wednesday, finishing two assists shy of a triple-double. After taking one significant leap last season, Johnson has taken another, and that likely factored into the Hawks’ decision to trade Trae Young. Johnson has been a fantasy cornerstone this season, and that should be the case for future seasons as well.
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
In addition to providing the three-point production that deep-league managers expect, Hauser finished with solid numbers in the rebound and assist categories. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. This current run may not last for the rest of the season, but Hauser is worth picking up if he’s sitting on the waiver wire. Rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Hauser won’t be too hard to find.
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta has been one of the biggest surprises in fantasy basketball thus far, using a solid run with Portugal and EuroBasket as a springboard into locking down the starting center role in Boston. A top-100 player in nine-cat formats, the 7-footer finished Wednesday’s victory a rebound shy of a double-double while also blocking four shots. Over the past two weeks, Queta, who’s rostered in just 40 percent of Yahoo! leagues, has been a top-50 player.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Walker was dominant in Wednesday’s victory, finishing with at least 30 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the second time this season. Named an All-Star Game starter on Monday, the Celtics’ wing has a case to be included in early Most Valuable Player conversations, given his production and Boston exceeding expectations. In eight-cat formats, Brown is closing in on top-25 per-game value.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Initially probable for Wednesday night, Brown has been upgraded to available. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Celtics’ starting lineup.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott’s continued absence will not affect fantasy basketball, as he had fallen out of the Celtics’ rotation even before his ankle injury. Sam Hauser is the current starting power forward, with Jordan Walsh and Hugo González providing depth off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown is on the injury report with left hamstring tightness. He’s likely to suit up Wednesday against the Pacers given his probable designation. Brown is coming off a 32-point performance in Monday’s loss to the Pistons. He’s provided 11th-round per game value over the last two weeks.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
White has had an excellent season despite a poor field goal percentage, but the last few games have been rough for him as a scorer. Over his last three games, White is averaging 6.3 points per game on 22.7 percent shooting. However, he’s also averaging 6.7 rebounds, 7.3 assists, 1.0 steal and 1.7 blocks per game during that stretch. He’ll get back on track offensively, but it is encouraging that he can still make an impact even when he’s ineffective as a scorer.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard was back in the lineup after missing his first game of the season on Saturday. The game before that, he was held to a season-low two points, but he was able to get back on track in this one. He didn’t contribute big numbers, but he was efficient as a scorer. Pritchard has been productive for most of the season and should have no issues getting back on track against the Pacers on Wednesday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Hours after he was named an All-Star starter, Brown led the Celtics in scoring. Unfortunately, his game-winning shot attempt didn’t fall, so he wasn’t able to cap the night in dramatic fashion. Still, it was another excellent scoring performance for him, even if it didn’t come efficiently. Brown has been fantastic all season and will continue to be one of the best scorers in the league. He’ll look to keep it going against the Pacers on Wednesday.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard is back in the Celtics’ lineup after missing Saturday’s win over the Hawks. His return means that Baylor Scheierman will come off the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he had as a spot starter. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #99
about 1 month ago
Boucher is available to play. However, he has not appeared in a game since November 23, so a DNP-CD is the more likely outcome.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #3
about 1 month ago
With Zaccharie Risacher (knee) still out, the Hawks decided to go with Corey Kispert (two points, one rebound, one assist and one steal) as the fifth starter instead of McCollum or Vit Krejčí (zero points, two assists). However, this did not prevent McCollum from being the one on the court as the Hawks mounted a fourth-quarter rally. More concerning than the role was McCollum playing 24 minutes. If he can consistently get into the high-20s, the veteran guard will have an easier time preserving most of his fantasy value.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Alexander-Walker was on a heater during the fourth quarter, making five of his six three-point attempts. After recording five 30-point stat lines in his first six NBA seasons, the Hawks’ guard has seven such games during the 2025-26 campaign. Alexander-Walker is on track to be one of the heroes of the fantasy basketball season, as he has exceeded expectations by a significant margin.
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels, who recorded his seventh double-double of the season, finished three assists shy of his career-high on Monday. He was one rebound shy of his second triple-double, and Daniels has been a top-15 per-game player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. After getting off to a slow start, the Hawks’ guard is headed in the right direction in terms of fantasy value.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson produced another excellent stat line, finishing with his 28th double-double of the season. At this time last season, which is about when a shoulder injury sidelined him for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign, the Hawks forward had 20 double-doubles. Included in Monday’s stat line were 16 rebounds, two shy of his season and career-high. Look for Johnson to continue to flourish, and it would be unsurprising if he were named an All-Star reserve later this month.
ATL • F • #24
about 1 month ago
The Hawks welcome Daniels back after a one-game absence, and his return means that CJ McCollum will head back to the bench. That’s one of two changes to the starting five, with Kispert being the other. He steps in for Vit Krejčí, who was the initial replacement for the injured Zaccharie Risacher. Kispert can provide three-pointers, but his overall streaming value is limited.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Forward • #99
about 1 month ago
Boucher, who was initially questionable for Monday night, has not appeared in a game since November 23. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball or the Celtics’ rotation.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard is back after missing Saturday’s win over the Hawks. His return means that Baylor Scheierman will head to the bench, making the second-year guard a non-factor in redraft leagues.
Source: Noa Dalzell
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Celtics. His return gives the Hawks a needed boost defensively, and it will likely push CJ McCollum to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game against the Bucks will be the sixth that Risacher has missed with a bone contusion in his left knee. With the team’s update, he’ll miss at least another three games before being re-evaluated. Vit Krejčí has been Risacher’s replacement in the starting lineup, and that should not change.
Source: Kevin Chouinard
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Counting Monday’s game against the Bucks, Porziņǵis has missed Atlanta’s last six games with left Achilles tendinitis. His continued absence means more rotation minutes for Mouhamed Gueye, who has served as the primary backup to Onyeka Okongwu. Recent signing Christian Koloko may also get some run, but neither he nor Gueye is in a position to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Kevin Chouinard
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game will be the sixth that Risacher has missed due to his knee injury, meaning that Vit Krejčí gets another start. Due to his struggles shooting the ball since moving into the starting five, Krejčí is not worth the streaming risk in most leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņǵis will miss a sixth consecutive game as he deals with an Achilles tendon injury. Mouhamed Gueye should remain the first option off the bench behind starter Onyeka Okongwu, with Asa Newell picking up a few minutes as the third option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels was held out of Saturday’s loss to the Celtics, leading to CJ McCollum moving into the starting lineup and playing 27 minutes. McCollum would likely retain that role if Daniels misses a second game, making him worthy of a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Atlanta never recovered after getting off to a brutal start, shooting 35 percent (17-of-48) in the opening half while allowing the Celtics to erupt for 81 first-half points on 63 percent shooting (30-of-48), resulting in a massive 31-point deficit at the break. Simply put, they never recovered. Okongwu has topped 20 points in back-to-back contests and is averaging 16.4 point and 7.9 boards through 42 games this season, delivering third-round fantasy value. The Hawks are in line for a three-game week coming up with matchups against the Bucks, Grizzlies and Suns.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
There weren’t a ton of positive takeaways for the free-falling Hawks in this one as Alexander-Walker nailed a team-high four three-pointers as one of the few starters that shot the ball well. The 27-year-old should have an expanded role with Trae Young no longer in the picture and he’s been a bright spot overall this season, averaging 20.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.6 blocks through 42 games.
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable, Daniels will not be available on Saturday, which opens up a spot in the starting lineup. CJ McCollum and Luke Kennard are potential replacements, with the former yet to make his first start as a Hawk since being acquired from the Wizards in the Trae Young deal.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
This will be a fifth straight absence for Risacher, which means Vit Krejčí should be in line for another start. Unfortunately, Krejčí has shot 28.6 percent during this stint as a starter, and his value is tied to his shooting ability. He isn’t worth streaming despite the increased workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis is set to miss a fifth straight game. Mouhamed Gueye should continue to fill out the backup center minutes, with Asa Newell and the recently-signed Christian Koloko also potentially sprinkling in some minutes. However, Onyeka Okongwu will continue to log most of the minutes at center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels’ potential absence would leave the Hawks’ rotation even thinner than it already is. CJ McCollum would have a chance to make his first start for Atlanta, though Luke Kennard could also slide in to fill that spot. Keaton Wallace is another candidate to start if the Hawks are looking for more defense in place of Dyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #10
about 1 month ago
Koloko has spent time with both the Lakers and Grizzlies this season and will now get a chance with Atlanta. With how much time Kristaps Porzingis was missed recently, Koloko should get the chance to fill out minutes as the backup center for the Hawks, though it is unlikely he plays a significant role for them.
Source: Lauren Williams
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu was Atlanta’s top scorer on the evening, finishing as one of only two Hawks players to reach the 20-point mark. More than half of his production came from beyond the arc, and Thursday’s outing marked the fourth time this January that he’s tallied at least three made three-pointers in a game. Okongwu has been a reliable offensive option for the Hawks in what’s been a career-best season for him thus far. Especially with Kristaps Porzingis sidelined, fantasy managers should expect Okongwu to remain productive.
ATL • G • #3
about 1 month ago
McCollum’s second game in a Hawks uniform played out similarly to his first. The veteran guard reached the 20-point mark for the second straight game but shot inefficiently from beyond the arc along the way, while making decent contributions as a facilitator. McCollum came off the bench, again, but still logged 29 minutes. It appears that his minutes won’t be as high as they were with Washington, but he’ll still have more than enough opportunities to put up strong fantasy production.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson followed a rough game against the Lakers with another unspectacular performance against the Trail Blazers. He scored his fewest points in over a month and was limited to fewer than 10 field-goal attempts. The number that best paints the picture of his night, however, is six, which represents the turnovers Johnson committed on Thursday. He’ll have a chance to get back on track on Saturday when the Hawks return home to face the Celtics.
ATL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Kennard was upgraded from probable to available after a neck injury kept him sidelined for the Hawks’ most recent game against the Lakers. The veteran guard has remained a knockdown shooter in his ninth NBA season. He’ll take the floor on the heels of arguably his most productive game of the season, when he scored 22 points and drained six three-pointers in a win over the Warriors.
Source: Atlanta Hawks