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ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last four games after undergoing dental surgery. If he’s able to return on Saturday, that would push the new addition, Jock Landale, to the bench. However, fantasy managers who have rostered Landale should hold onto him until it’s clear how much he’ll play as the backup center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Eason did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Hornets, as Houston was playing its second game in as many nights. His return means that Josh Okogie will head to the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he possessed.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Smith continues to provide consistent production, sitting within the top-50 in nine-cat formats over the past three weeks, according to Basketball Monster. As a result, his season-long value has improved, with Smith being a 10th-round player. He’s rostered in 49 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so it might be time for some managers in 10-team formats to consider adding Smith if he’s sitting on the waiver wire. The Rockets end Week 16 with a game against the Thunder on Saturday.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Limited to 15 points in Wednesday’s blowout loss to the Celtics, Durant more than doubled that number against the Hornets. However, it wasn’t enough to keep the Rockets from failing to reach 100 points for the second consecutive game. Of course, when Alperen Şengün (seven points, eight rebounds, five assists and one block) shoots 3-of-10 from the field, Durant’s output can only make so much of a difference.
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
According to Landale, he was sitting on the plane, ready to head to Utah, when he was told that he was going to Atlanta instead. And it’s a good thing for the Hawks that they got in on that trade. Making his Hawks’ debut against the Jazz, the 6-foot-11 center became the second player in franchise history to record at least 25 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in his debut, joining Glenn Robinson. At a minimum, Landale needs to be rostered as long as the Hawks are without Onyeka Okongwu (mouth).
Source: NBA
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
After recording a total of two triple-doubles in his first four NBA seasons, Johnson now has ten in 2025-26 alone. The Hawks’ forward, who was named an All-Star for the first time on Sunday, is the unquestioned cornerstone in Atlanta, and likely for some dynasty league rosters as well. Johnson and the Hawks end Week 16 with a game against the red-hot Hornets on Saturday.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Alexander-Walker delivered a win on Thursday, as his jumper with 1.3 seconds remaining was the difference in the 121-119 victory. His play throughout the season was one reason why the Hawks were willing to end the Trae Young era, and fantasy managers have also benefited. Alexander-Walker has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, and there’s no reason to believe that he can’t maintain that production level for the rest of the season.
Source: NBA
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Rockets, who lost to the Celtics on Wednesday. As a result, Eason will sit for injury management reasons, with Okogie moving into the starting lineup. Houston’s other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Acquired from the Jazz on Wednesday, Landale will start his Hawks’ debut against Utah. The former Grizzlies center was initially sent west as part of the Jaren Jackson Jr. deal, and the Hawks later acquired him from Utah. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out, Landale is worth rostering, as he was when he was filling in for Zach Edey in Memphis.
Source: NBA Lineups
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be the fourth that Okongwu has missed due to a dental fracture that required surgery. The Hawks will rely on Jock Landale to fill the void. Acquired from the Jazz on Wednesday, Landale is worth streaming until Okongwu is healthy enough to play.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale was traded to the Hawks on Wednesday. While the big man was technically dealt from the Jazz, he never actually played a game for Utah, being traded from Minnesota there on Tuesday as part of the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade before being shipped off to Atlanta. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out and Kristaps Porzingis now on the Warriors, Landale could potentially start on Thursday. However, we’d wait and see before adding him in fantasy leagues.
HOU • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Tate has only played a small role when available this season. Dorian Finney-Smith, who will be back after missing Wednesday’s game, should see a few extra minutes with Tate sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
DFS sat out the first leg of this back-to-back, but he will be available for the second. Tari Eason is questionable after playing on Wednesday, so they may have been trying to stagger their availability. DFS should play his typical 15 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
On the second night of a back-to-back, there is a chance Eason isn’t available. He hasn’t played in a back-to-back this season, and if that trend continues, Josh Okogie should start in his place, with Reed Sheppard taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #7
about 1 month ago
Vincent has been a reserve for the Lakers for the last few seasons, but he’ll now be a depth piece in Atlanta. He should be a reserve point guard option, which likely pushes Keaton Wallace further down the depth chart. However, with Dyson Daniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum all healthy, there isn’t going to be many minutes for Vincent.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
The Warriors have been mentioned as one of the teams hoping to move for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but that appears unlikely after the trade they reportedly pulled off late Wednesday night. Porziņǵis can provide excellent production as a floor spacer, but he has struggled to remain healthy. The 7-foot-2 forward/center last played on January 7, with an Achilles injury sidelining him for most of the games that he missed. If and when he’s healthy, Porziņǵis can be an excellent fantasy option, but that’s been the entire issue this season.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Days after trading Vit Krejčí to the Trail Blazers, the Hawks have added a shooter to their ranks in Hield. The consistent minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball were challenging to come by in the Bay Area when the Warriors were whole, so the change of scenery may do Hield some good. In 44 appearances, he averaged 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 17.5 minutes per game.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
After a contentious contract negotiation during the offseason, Kuminga was essentially on borrowed time in the Bay Area. He requested to be traded almost immediately after becoming eligible to be moved on January 15, and the athletic forward gets his wish the night before the trade deadline. Kuminga, who has been out with a knee injury, averaged 12.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 0.9 three-pointers in 23.8 minutes in 20 appearances. With the Hawks’ rotation including Jalen Johnson, Zaccharie Risacher and Dyson Daniels, getting the minutes he desires to showcase himself may not be there for Kuminga. But he is worth watching.
Source: Shams Charania
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Smith has hit double figures in four straight and eight of his last ten games, providing some semblance of consistency. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Smith’s fantasy upside may be limited due to him sharing a lineup with Kevin Durant, Alperen Şengün and Amen Thompson. Still, he’s capable of providing good enough value to merit being rostered in 12-team leagues.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
While both teams started slowly in Wednesday’s game, the Celtics got going after halftime, while the Rockets didn’t. The result was a 114-93 beating, and Durant struggled throughout. He missed all four of his three-point attempts, and KD has now scored 28 points over the last two games on 10-of-28 shooting. The good news for fantasy managers is that Durant won’t have long to dwell on this performance, as the Rockets host the red-hot Hornets on Thursday.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
A frustrating night for Şengün ended prematurely, as he was ejected for arguing a no-call on a drive to the basket. He was the second Rocket to be ejected, with head coach Ime Udoka receiving his marching orders at the end of the third quarter. Şengün finished with 13 points (5-of-12 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and one blocked shot.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant was initially listed as probable with an ankle injury, so his availability isn’t a surprise. The 37-year-old small forward missed Monday’s game against the Pacers after tweaking something in his ankle. It was only the third game Durant has missed all season. Reed Sheppard will return to the bench with Durant back in the starting lineup.
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis has missed the last 13 games, with most of the absences attributed to an Achilles injury. He missed Tuesday’s win over the Heat due to illness. Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye played rotation minutes against Miami, but neither did enough to merit being rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last three games after an elbow to the mouth resulted in broken teeth and a subsequent dental surgery. With Kristaps Porziņģis also missing time due to injury, the Hawks have relied on Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye to fill the void. That will remain the case if Okongwu and Porziņģis can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale, who was included in the deal that sent Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah, is on the move for the second time in as many games. If he stays in Atlanta, the 6-foot-11 center may be able to offer tangible fantasy value in the short term, as Onyeka Okongwu and Kristaps Porziņǵis are both out due to injury. Those who held onto Landale after the Jazz trade should wait to see what happens before moving on.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • G • #3
about 1 month ago
McCollum suddenly has at least 23 points and five three-pointers in three of his last five games. In Tuesday’s win over the Heat, the 34-year-old shooting guard even showed he could produce alongside Jalen Johnson, rather than just in his absence. McCollum is instant offense off the bench, but won’t offer much in the other categories.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Since missing last Thursday’s game against the Rockets with a calf injury, Johnson has recorded a triple-double in back-to-back games. The 24-year-old announced his presence with authority midway through the first quarter Tuesday, catching the ball at the top of the key before making a defender miss and dunking on the rest of the Heat. Johnson is one of three players this season averaging at least 20 points, at least 10 rebounds and at least five assists, alongside Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo. He’ll look to keep his streak alive Thursday against the Jazz at home.
ATL • Center • #10
about 1 month ago
There’s just one change to the Hawks’ starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, with Koloko replacing Mouhamed Gueye. While he isn’t starting, Gueye will still figure prominently in the rotation since Onyeka Okongwu and Kristaps Porziņǵis remain out.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Wednesday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Rockets, who face the Hornets on Thursday. As a result, Finney-Smith will not play due to left ankle injury management. His absence may result in increased playing time for Jae’Sean Tate, but there’s no streaming value to be had there.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant missed just his third game of the entire season Monday against the Pacers. The 37-year-old small forward tweaked something in his ankle, but the injury doesn’t appear to be serious. Durant is listed as probable for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics. Reed Sheppard will return to the bench with Durant expected to return.
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Initially cleared to play after missing Atlanta’s last 12 games with an Achilles injury, Porziņǵis has been scratched due to an illness. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) still out, the Hawks will be left to once again rely on Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye to fill the void at the center position.
Source: Brad Rowland
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
KP is available to return following a 12-game absence, and it’s unclear if he’ll immediately rejoin the starting five or play limited minutes off the bench. In either scenario, Christian Koloko will surely see rotational minutes until Onyeka Okongwu (dental) is cleared to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thompson had a subpar night from the floor, but he was able to pour in the counting stats to make up for it. He came close to recording a triple-double and was still able to make a big impact on the defensive end. Thompson started the year off slowly, but he has turned into the player that managers were hoping he would be when they took him in the second and third rounds of fantasy drafts. He’ll look to keep this going against the Celtics on Wednesday.
HOU • G • #15
about 1 month ago
With Kevin Durant (ankle) sidelined for this game, Sheppard started for the first time since Dec. 1 and was able to get off to a strong start by scoring 11 points in the first half. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to add any more points after the break, though he was able to contribute in other categories to make this a well-rounded stat line despite it being a subpar shooting night for him. This isn’t expected to be a long-term absence for Durant, but if he remains out against the Celtics on Wednesday, Sheppard could get another start.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
January was a rough month for Şengün, but Indiana didn’t have any answers for him in this game. He matched his season high for scoring, which he initially set in his first game of the season. He also matched his season high for rebounds, which he set in early November. Şengün has had an excellent season, though he wasn’t named as an All-Star this season. He’ll look to build on this performance against the Celtics on Wednesday.
HOU • G • #15
about 1 month ago
Rockets coach Ime Udoka said that Durant tweaked his ankle by stepping on a fan’s foot on Sunday, and they’re hoping it isn’t a lengthy absence for him. Sheppard should see plenty of usage and minutes as a starter against a rebuilding team.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis has missed the last 12 games for Atlanta, but he could be back against Miami. Onyeka Okongwu (dental) is still out, so Christian Koloko could remain a starter, with Porziņģis coming off the bench to manage his minutes. Still, Porziņģis can make a big impact in limited action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
The Rockets have four games in Week 16, but Durant will be available for only three of those games at best. The 37-year-old small forward is dealing with an ankle injury and has already been ruled out for Monday’s matchup with the Pacers. Durant had only missed two games all season to this point as he’s been remarkably durable despite his age.
ATL • Center • #26
about 1 month ago
Reath recently underwent season-ending surgery on his right foot to address a stress fracture, so he will not help the Hawks address their post depth woes. The draft capital is the “prize” for the Hawks in this transaction. The future second-round picks are a 2027 pick from Portland and a 2030 pick via New York.
Source: Shams Charania
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Having made multiple three-pointers in four straight games, Smith’s 19 points were the most for him since dropping 32 in a January 18 win over the Pelicans. Since that performance, the 6-foot-10 forward has been a fifth-round player in eight-cat formats. In nine-cat formats, Smith has been a top-100 player this season, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (115). The Rockets play four games in Week 16, starting with the Pacers on Monday.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
Şengün’s percentages were poor, but those with him on their fantasy rosters received good value in the rebound and assist categories. For the first time since mid-December, the Rockets’ center has reached double digits in rebounds in three consecutive games. As for the shooting, Şengün will look to clean that up on Monday when the Rockets visit the Pacers. That’s the first of four games the Rockets are scheduled to play during Week 16.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thompson was excellent on Saturday as the Rockets held off the Mavericks. He’s scored at least 21 points in two of his last three appearances, and the nine assists recorded against Dallas equaled the athletic wing’s total in his previous two outings. Over the past month, Thompson has averaged nearly 19 points per game, which is one reason he has been a top-40 player during this stretch. The Rockets begin a four-game Week 16 on Monday against the Pacers.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson showed zero signs of rust in his return from a brief one-game absence due to left calf tightness, recording his eighth triple-double of the season. The 24-year-old rising star poured in 21 of his game-high 33 points during the opening half, ultimately hoisting a season-high 29 attempts as Atlanta mounted a late comeback effort that fell just short. He’s emerged as a certifiable all-around fantasy force, averaging 23.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.5 blocks through 46 games. The Hawks have three games on tap next week including showdowns against the Heat, Jazz and Hornets.
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye made the most of his starting opportunity in place of an injured Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) by scoring double-digit points for just the eighth time this season. The 23-year-old big man is averaging just over 16 minutes per-game this year and should return to a reduced role next week once Okongwu is back from a brief absence.
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
The Hawks have made three changes to the starting lineup for Saturday’s game. Risacher returns from an extended absence, and he’ll start immediately in a move that pushes Corey Kispert to the bench. Johnson’s return doesn’t force anyone to the bench, as Vit Krejčí (ankle) is out. The third change is Gueye, who will fill the void left by Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) two nights after Christian Koloko did the honors.
Source: NBA Lineups
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu lost a few teeth during Wednesday’s win over the Celtics, as he took a Jaylen Brown elbow to the mouth. After undergoing dental surgery the following day, the Hawks’ center is looking at an extended absence as he recovers. Christian Koloko moved into the starting lineup for Thursday’s loss to the Rockets, and that’s likely to be his job for the foreseeable future.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
ATL • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Added to the Hawks’ injury report earlier Saturday, Krejčí is officially out. His absence coincides with Jalen Johnson’s return from a one-game absence, so Johnson will reclaim his place in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be Risacher’s first since January 7. Corey Kispert has replaced him in the starting lineup, and that may remain the case on Saturday, given the time Risacher has missed. However, there hasn’t been much to gain from streaming Kispert, so leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson is good to go after tightness in his left calf sidelined him for Thursday’s loss to the Rockets. Vit Krejčí, who returned to the starting lineup on Thursday, is out for Saturday’s game, freeing up Johnson’s spot in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí is a new addition to the Hawks’ injury report. While his production has not made him a factor in fantasy basketball with Zaccharie Risacher out, he has provided depth off the bench. However, Risacher is also questionable for Saturday, and his return would lessen the impact of Krejčí’s absence if he can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
DFS sat out the second leg of Houston’s back-to-back, but he’ll be back to take on Dallas. He’ll fill out the backup minutes at power forward, which means Jae’sean Tate will lose out on minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Eason missed Thursday’s game, which was the second night of a back-to-back. He’ll be back against Dallas, and he has been starting, which means Josh Okogie will head back to the bench after recording a double-double as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
Risacher has missed the last three weeks with a knee injury. The 20-year-old small forward has a chance to return Saturday given his questionable listing. If he remains out, Corey Kispert and Vit Krejčí will continue to see extra minutes, though neither are worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Smith entered the league as a high-caliber defensive prospect, but that hasn’t led to many defensive stats during his career. Those numbers are slightly up this year, but he still hasn’t been effective. However, in this game, he was able to make a massive impact on that end. He set a new career high for blocks and matched his season high for steals. That hasn’t been the norm for him, and managers shouldn’t expect that to continue moving forward. Still, it was an excellent night for him.
HOU • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
In his return to Atlanta, Capela was able to have a solid night in 18 minutes off the bench. He hasn’t been great in his first season back in Houston, but with Steven Adams (ankle) set to miss the rest of the season, Capela will be the primary center option off the bench moving forward. That isn’t going to result in much value in standard leagues, but if Alperen Şengün ends up missing any time, Capela could hold value as a streamer.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant gas been on fire recently, and he was able to have another strong scoring performance in this game. This was his fourth 30-point game in his last five appearances, and he shot better than 50 percent in three of those. Durant remains one of the best players in fantasy basketball and has provided top-15 value in nine-category leagues over the past two months. He should remain hot against the Mavericks on Saturday to wrap up this week.
HOU • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the Rockets’ starting lineup for Thursday night is Okogie, who replaces Tari Eason for the second night of Houston’s back-to-back. With Dorian Finney-Smith also out, Okogie may play a bit more than he usually would, raising his fantasy ceiling slightly. He still is not someone worth rostering in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
Şengün was a game-time decision for Thursday’s game due to a sprained right ankle, but he’s good to go. He’ll take on his usual role as the starting center, with Clint Capela missing out on a potential increase to his playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
The Rockets will already be without Steven Adams, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Tari Eason, so losing Sengun would make them desperately short on big men. Of course, the Hawks will also be without their starting center, Onyeka Okongwu, so both teams could go with smaller lineups. Clint Capela would be in line to start if Sengun misses this game.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Eason played 25 minutes in Wednesday’s game against the Spurs, but the plan was always to sit him for the second leg of the back-to-back. With Dorian Finney-Smith also sitting out, there should be extra minutes for Clint Capela and maybe even Jae’Sean Tate.