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ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young’s right quad contusion landed him on the injury report ahead of Saturday’s loss ot the Knicks. While he did play, the Hawks’ point guard struggled for most of the night. If Young can’t play against the reigning champs, Nickeil Alexander-Walker will be tasked with the starting point guard responsibilities.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
The Hawks will be without their most productive fantasy option when they face the reigning champs on Monday. Johnson’s absence opens a massive hole in Atlanta’s rotation, especially with Kristaps Porziņǵis (illness) also out. Vit Krejčí should figure more prominently in the rotation, and there should also be more minutes available to Mouhamed Gueye. Krejčí is worth a look for those needing three-point production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey was initially questionable for Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, going on to play 29 minutes as part of the starting lineup. He’s probable for Monday, so fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that Giddey will be cleared to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Collins is dealing with soreness in his left big toe and will not play against the Timberwolves. That leaves Jalen Smith to handle the available minutes behind starter Nikola Vučević, but he’s only worthy of consideration in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis has been sidelined for the last two games and will miss at least one more. However, following Monday’s game, he will be considered “day-to-day.” That means there is a chance he returns to play the Timberwolves on Wednesday, though Onyeka Okongwu will continue to start until that happens.
Source: Ohm Youngmisuk
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
The Bulls saw their five-game win streak snapped as they shot just 41.9 percent (39-of-93) from the floor and scored just 103 points, their lowest total since December 7. The Bulls have a four-game week on tap that includes matchups against the Timberwolves, Pelicans, Magic and Hornets. White has scored at least 20 points six times in 10 games since returning from a calf injury.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Since scoring eight points in a November 25 loss to the Wizards, Alexander-Walker has failed to score in double figures just once. His performance against the Knicks was among the best, with the reserve guard recording his fourth 20-point game in his last six appearances. Alexander-Walker has only been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, but he’s worth holding onto in some 12-team leagues.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Finishing one rebound shy of a triple-double is becoming a habit for Johnson, who did so for a third consecutive game on Saturday. While the Hawks have now lost six straight games, the good news for fantasy managers is that the return of Trae Young (nine points, 10 assists and two steals) has not negatively affected Johnson’s fantasy value. Over the past two weeks, the Hawks’ forward has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu put on a show on Saturday, finishing one point shy of his season-high while shooting 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. The Hawks’ current starting center finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, and one of the turning points was when Okongwu fouled out with 29.6 seconds remaining. As long as the Hawks remain without Kristaps Porziņģis, it will be Okongwu’s show in the middle. Those who have him rostered can either command a sky-high price via trade or hold onto him. The latter approach may be better, especially with the Hawks playing four games in Week 11.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey was initially questionable with a sprained left ankle. He will fill his usual role within the Bulls’ starting lineup and can be a triple-double threat on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Despite a right quad contusion and Saturday’s game being the second in as many nights for the Hawks, Young will be in the starting lineup. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will miss out on a move into the starting five, but he plays enough to merit being rostered in 12-team leagues.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young is dealing with a right thigh contusion, but is likely to be available against the Knicks given his probable status Saturday despite it being the second game of a back-to-back. The 27-year-old point guard had 30 points and five three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Heat.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey is dealing with a left ankle sprain and listed as questionable Saturday after recording 12 points, six rebounds and 11 assists in Friday’s win over the 76ers. Coby White would be the main beneficiary if Giddey is out, while Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu could also see a bump in usage.
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White saved his best stuff for the fourth quarter, scoring nine of his points in the final frame to help Chicago complete a comeback win. He didn’t do much as a scorer in the other three quarters, but he contributed as a rebounder and facilitator throughout. Surely, White is capable of more productive games from a fantasy basketball standpoint, but perhaps his strong fourth-quarter showing will carry some momentum into Saturday’s game against the Bucks.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Jones was one of several Bulls reserve players to contribute in a meaningful way on Friday. He came off the bench and tied a team-high in points, which included seven big fourth-quarter points to help the Bulls complete a come-from-behind win. Jones didn’t make his usual impact as a passer, but he’ll have a chance to put together a more balanced performance on Saturday against the Bucks.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
While inefficient shooting led Giddey to an unspectacular scoring performance on Friday, the fifth-year guard delivered as a facilitator. He led all players in assists and found his way to a third straight double-double. The effort was enough to extend the Bulls’ winning streak to five games, the second time this season they’ve achieved such a streak. Giddey is nearly averaging a 20-point triple-double on the season and continues to function as the team’s most versatile offensive weapon.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
The good news for Okongwu managers is that the rebounds and assists were there. Unfortunately, the field-goal percentage took a beating with his 5-of-16 night against the Heat. The issue for Okongwu was three-point shooting, as he missed all five of his attempts. Through 11 games in December, he’s shot 15-of-59 from deep, which works out to 25.4 percent. With Okongwu attempting nearly 42 percent of his shots from beyond the arc, a cold spell will significantly impact his overall shooting percentage.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson finished one rebound shy of a triple-double for the second straight game, leaving his total at six on the season. The good news for those who have the Hawks forward rostered is that Trae Young’s return from a knee injury has not negatively affected Johnson’s fantasy value. Over the last week, he has ranked third in eight-cat formats, even higher than his season-long value. Johnson’s sell-high window slammed shut long ago; if you have him, hold onto the forward and continue to reap the rewards.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young has scored at least 30 points in two of the four games he’s played since returning from a knee injury, so fantasy managers have to be pleased with the output. Unfortunately, the Hawks dropped to 0-4 with Friday’s defeat, which will likely prompt some to make (lazy) assumptions about Young’s impact. And while he was responsible for four turnovers, Young’s assist-to-turnover ratio (40 assists, 10 turnovers) has been excellent since returning to action. He did not play the second game of Atlanta’s most recent back-to-back, so Young should be considered questionable for Saturday’s game against the Knicks.
CHI • Power Forward • #44
about 1 month ago
A late addition to the Bulls’ injury report, Williams will be available on Friday. However, his production has not been consistent enough to affect fantasy basketball, regardless of league size. Leave Williams on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye was initially questionable after missing Tuesday’s game, but he’ll return to the lineup. Asa Newell saw a bump in minutes off the bench, and while he will still have a role, he’ll lose out on minutes with Gueye back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Power Forward • #44
about 1 month ago
Williams is a late addition to the injury report, but he hasn’t played a consistent role for Chicago lately. His absence may leave a few extra minutes for Matas Buzelis, but his status won’t have a dramatic impact on the Bulls’ rotation.
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, which meant starters Onyeka Okongwu and Jalen Johnson played 36 and 39 minutes, respectively. Asa Newell’s playing time has increased, but the rookie is only worth a look in dynasty formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Through three games since returning from an MCL sprain, Young has played 20, 26 and 31 minutes. His season high for minutes allowed him to have his second-most assists in a game this season, with the most coming in his final game before injuring his knee. He had 17 assists in that game, which was also against Chicago. Young is getting closer to playing a full workload consistently, and the most impressive part is that he has a total of six turnovers since returning. Last season, he averaged 4.7 per game. It seems unlikely that he’ll continue to keep the turnovers in check, but if he can at least keep them down, he’ll become far more valuable in category formats.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson fell one rebound shy of a triple-double just two days after finishing one assist shy of one. Both were also one-possession losses to the Bulls. Even with Trae Young (knee) back, Johnson continues to stuff the stat sheet and be one of the best players in fantasy basketball. In the three games Trae has played since returning, Johnson is averaging 34.3 points, 10.3 rebounds and 9.3 assists per game. That may not hold, but he clearly won’t see his value tank with Young back.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
With Dyson Daniels (hip) sidelined, NAW returned to the starting unit. Since Trae Young (knee) returned to the lineup last week, NAW has started two of Atlanta’s four games and has scored at least 20 points in three of those. He’s at his best as a starter, and he’ll continue to get starting opportunities as the season progresses. However, he’ll still be worthy of a roster spot in standard leagues even as a reserve.
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White continues to be an excellent scoring option for Chicago. He has played in 13 games this season and has scored at least 20 points in 11 of them. Seven of his points in this game came over the final three minutes to help the Bulls complete the comeback win. Chicago has won four games in a row, and White will look to stay hot and help them extend this streak against the 76ers on Friday.
CHI • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Vučević had a rough stretch to close November and start December, but during this four-game winning streak, he has been fantastic. He has averaged 19.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.5 steals, 1.0 block and 1.5 triples while shooting 54.8 percent from the floor over Chicago’s last four games. It is unlikely that he stays this hot, but his recent success has been impressive and will help the Bulls claw their way back up the standings in the East.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
For the seventh time this season, Giddey recorded a triple-double. His 15 assists were a new season high for him, and it was enough to help Chicago win their fourth straight game, with two of those against the Cavs and two against the Hawks. His field goal percentage has been solid recently, but his turnovers fell one shy of matching his most in a game this season. Giddey will continue to pour in the points, rebounds and assists every night.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
The Hawks will be without Dyson Daniels for Tuesday’s game due to right hip inflammation. Alexander-Walker, who should already be rostered in 12-team formats, moves into the starting lineup. Atlanta’s other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye will sit this one out, but his availability won’t have much of an impact in the realm of fantasy hoops, even with Kristaps Porzingis (illness) sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye has a sprained right shoulder, but there’s a chance that he plays anyway. However, even with Kristaps Porziņǵis (illness) unavailable, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #5
about 1 month ago
Daniels is dealing with right hip inflammation, so he won’t play in Tuesday’s rematch with the Bulls. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who started when Trae Young was out, is the player most likely to replace Daniels in the lineup. He was already worth rostering in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Here’s an oversimplification: Defense was optional in a back-and-forth shootout that ended as the season’s highest-scoring game. Buzelis was a perfect 5-for-5 from the field, including four three-pointers, to finish the first half with a team-leading 14 points as both teams shot over 55 percent from the floor and scored a staggering 156 points combined. The 21-year-old playmaker knocked down a season-high seven three-pointers overall and eclipsed the 20-point mark for the second consecutive contest. He made just one of two free throws in the final seconds of regulation with Chicago leading by just a single point at the time, giving the Hawks a chance to tie or take the lead on the final possession. He remains a work in progress overall, but the significant scoring upside keeps him relevant in all fantasy formats until further notice. The Bulls are back in action on Tuesday with a rematch against the Hawks before squaring off against the 76ers and Bucks to close out a three-game week.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young showed few signs of rust in just his second game back since October 29 due to a knee injury, heating up down the home stretch of a high-scoring slugfest. He buried a clutch three-pointer with 23 seconds remaining to pull it back to a one-possession game, then had a chance to force overtime on the final shot of regulation, but his fallaway 16-footer came up short. It’s possible Atlanta will keep a governor on his workload for the next few games but he remains an elite scoring threat even in that scenario. The Hawks are back in action on Tuesday with a rematch against the Bulls before facing the Heat and Knicks to close out a three-game week.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson buried a three-pointer in the final seconds to pull Atlanta within one point but they were unable to complete the comeback as Trae Young’s potential game-tying jumper rimmed out as time expired. The 24-year-old offensive catalyst has been one of the most impactful all-around fantasy contributors this season, delivering 23.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, 8.2 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.4 blocks through 27 games. His ascension to elite fantasy status doesn’t appear to be a mirage.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
Giddey dished out 12 helpers and nearly got to double-digit rebounds, remaining a consistent triple-double threat. He even managed to get to the free throw line eight times in this one. The 23-year-old guard has been outstanding as an all-around fantasy contributor this season, averaging 20.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.4 blocks through 26 games, delivering top-40 overall value during that span.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu knocked down 7-of-9 first-half shot attempts to finish with a game-high 17 points as both teams shot over 55 percent from the floor and combined for a whopping 156 points. He was relatively quiet during the final two quarters as Jalen Johnson and Trae Young spearheaded Atlanta’s comeback effort that fell just short on the game’s final possession. The 25-year-old big man has experienced a significant uptick in minutes recently with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined due to illness.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
The Bulls will also have Jalen Smith (quad) as the team brings in a fully healthy roster for just the second time this season. Dosunmu could see some additional run after logging only 14 minutes in his return from a three-game absence on Friday, and White should see his usual allotment of minutes. Smith is likely in line for 10-15 minutes off the bench backing up Nikola Vucevic with Zach Collins.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
The Bulls will also have Jalen Smith (quad) as the team brings in a fully healthy roster for just the second time this season. Dosunmu could see some additional run after logging only 14 minutes in his return from a three-game absence on Friday, and White should see his usual allotment of minutes. Smith is likely in line for 10-15 minutes off the bench backing up Nikola Vucevic with Zach Collins.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White was slapped with a questionable tag on Saturday, but he’s now on track to take the court against Atlanta on Sunday. White played well over his last two games and will look to finish Week 9 on a high note.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Smith played 15 minutes off the bench in Friday’s win over the Cavaliers, and he’ll be in line for a similar workload if he can play on Wednesday. If he can’t go, the available minutes will likely be absorbed by Nikola Vučević and Zach Collins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White is dealing with left ankle soreness. The 25-year-old point guard’s status for Sunday’s game against the Hawks is up in the air given his questionable listing. If he can’t go, Josh Giddey would see a boost in fantasy value.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Dosunmu returned from a three-game absence due to injuries on both of his thumbs Friday against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old point guard had just eight points in 14 minutes. He could be in line for more minutes against the Hawks Sunday.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young did not play in Friday’s loss to the Spurs, which was Atlanta’s second game in as many nights. His return means that Nickeil Alexander-Walker will head back to the bench, but NAW should still be rostered in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
With Trae Young (knee) sidelined for the second night of Atlanta’s back-to-back, NAW slid back into the starting lineup. He was productive as a reserve on Thursday, finishing with 28 points off the bench. He kept hat going as a starter. Even with Young back, NAW will continue to provide standard-league value. He’ll continue to play plenty of minutes, even if he is coming off the bench.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
24 hours after setting a new career high with 43 points, Johnson wasn’t able to keep his hot streak going. This was his ninth straight game with a double-double, but he had his fewest assists in a game since Nov. 7, and he set a new season high for turnovers. This was a subpar performance for Johnson when compared to what he’s done recently, and he’ll look to get back on track against the Bulls on Sunday.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Despite being under a limit of 24 minutes, Jones still managed to provide solid value off the bench. Over the last two weeks, he has been an eighth-round player in nine-cat formats. The presence of Josh Giddey and Coby White in the rotation makes Jones a challenging player to trust full-time in most fantasy leagues, but he’s an automatic streamer when one of those two is unavailable.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
While Giddey missed out on recording a triple-double in consecutive games for the first time since early November, fantasy managers will take the final stat line he offered in Cleveland. For the season, he has provided second-round value in 12-team, eight-cat formats. With Coby White (13/6/9 with one three-pointer) being mentioned in trade rumors recently, there’s a chance that Giddey’s fantasy value receives a boost later this season. The Bulls visit the Hawks on Sunday to end Week 9.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
After totaling 18 points in his prior two appearances, Buzelis had one of his best games of the season on Friday. The 24 points were three shy of his season-high, with the second-year forward recording his sixth 20-point game of the season. By comparison, Buzelis scored 20 points or more in five games as a rookie. He’s making strides, but the scorers in the Bulls’ rotation may limit Buzelis’ fantasy ceiling. He’s one of the reasons why fantasy managers may be rooting for Chicago to move a veteran (or more) before the February trade deadline.
CHI • Center • #9
about 1 month ago
Vučević came up big for the Bulls during the fourth quarter, shooting 5-of-8 from the field and scoring 11 of his 24 points. He finished with his 11th double-double of the season and first in just over two weeks, with the 15 rebounds being the most in a game for Vučević since October 27 (17 vs. Atlanta). A sixth-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, the Bulls’ center has pushed his season-long value closer to his Yahoo! ADP (52). The Bulls end Week 9 with a game against the Hawks on Sunday.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Jones is good to go after being upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday. With Chicago’s perimeter rotation intact since Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) is available, Jones offers a limited fantasy ceiling. Also, he will be limited to 24 minutes on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Collins was initially probable for Friday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. With Jalen Smith also in the Bulls’ rotation, neither is likely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Dosunmu is back after missing three games due to injuries to both thumbs. His return will likely result in fewer minutes for Kevin Huerter, who is a deep-league option at best when the Bulls are close to full strength. Dalen Terry may fall out of the rotation entirely, even with Dosunmu limited to 24 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
No surprise here after Young returned from a knee injury and played 20 minutes against the Hornets on Thursday. The Hawks will give the 27-year-old point guard the night off for right knee injury management reasons rather than put him back on the floor for the second game of a back-to-back. Young’s next chance to play will come Sunday against the Bulls. Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson will have more playmaking responsibilities in his absence Friday.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Good news for Jones as he’s been upgraded to probable ahead of the Bulls matchup with the Cavaliers on Friday. The 25-year-old point guard had 11 points and 11 assists in the win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Even with Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) expected back, Jones should see 20-25 minutes off the bench and he’s been productive lately.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Good news for fantasy managers with Dosunmu as the 25-year-old point guard has been upgraded to probable for Friday’s game against the Cavaliers. Dosunmu is dealing with injuries to both of his thumbs, which has caused him to miss the last three games. Kevin Huerter will likely see fewer minutes with Dosunmu expected back.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson’s 43 points were a career-high. Just as impressive as the 43 points alone is that Johnson also had 11 rebounds and nine assists, falling just shy of a triple-double. The 24-year-old small forward is turning into a superstar. His usage wasn’t impacted by Trae Young’s return as Young played only 20 minutes.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Young was understandably a little rusty in his first game action since October 29. The 27-year-old point guard’s shooting was just a little off as he went 3-of-8 from the field including 0-of-5 from behind the three-point line. Young’s playmaking ability was still apparent as he dished out 10 assists. He played 20 minutes, though that will increase in future games. The Hawks play the Spurs on Friday and the Bulls on Sunday, giving Young multiple chances to see his minutes increase this week.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Youn will be back on the court for the first time since October 29, and he’ll surely face a minutes restriction after such a long layoff. Young’s return may cut into the production of Nickeil Alexander-Walker, but NAW is a hold until Young ramps back up. Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson could see their touches and usage drop as well.
Source: Shams Charania