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MIA • Forward • #5
25 days ago
Jović struggled on Thursday, but before that, he had been playing incredibly well off the bench. He is dealing with an elbow contusion, but he isn’t expected to miss Saturday’s game, and he’ll look to get back on track offensively.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #9
25 days ago
Larsson missed Thursday’s game after an early exit on Monday and could remain out for another game. His minutes were dispersed between Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jović and Dru Smith, though all three should continue to play their typical roles if Larsson returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
25 days ago
Jaquez is managing a right thigh contusion, but it isn’t expected to impact his availability. He has been on an offensive tear recently and should continue to pour in the points while playing big minutes in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
25 days ago
Adebayo is still managing soreness in his lower back, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. He should occupy his typical workload after contributing 15 points and 14 rebounds in his last game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #11
25 days ago
This will be a third straight absence for Young, who is now dealing with a quad injury after missing time with a knee injury. Nickeil Alexander-Walker should remain in the starting unit and remain an excellent option for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
26 days ago
Once again, Jaquez gave the Heat some much-needed production off the bench as they held off the Pistons in Detroit. He’s scored at least 19 points in three straight and five of his last six, providing 10th-round per-game value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Coming off the bench limits Jaquez’s value to managers in 10-team formats, but those competing in 12-team leagues should strongly consider adding him if he’s on the waiver wire.
MIA • Forward • #22
26 days ago
Five of Wiggins’ seven rebounds were on the offensive end of the floor, the second time in three games that he’s accomplished that feat. However, what will stand out to fantasy managers is the 17 points, as Wiggins has met or exceeded that number in four straight appearances. Rostered in 56 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has been a top-40 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Managers competing in 10-team leagues may want to consider adding Wiggins, especially with Tyler Herro (toe) still out.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
26 days ago
While the Heat only grabbed six more rebounds than the Pistons, their starting frontcourt combined to corral 11 offensive rebounds. Adebayo and Kel’El Ware (5/13/0/2/2) were responsible for three offensive rebounds apiece, while Andrew Wiggins grabbed five. Bam’s double-double was his second in as many games after missing two games with a back injury. The Heat head home for their final two games of Week 11, a Saturday/Sunday back-to-back.
MIA • Guard • #24
26 days ago
Powell put on a show in the Motor City, finishing two points and one three-pointer shy of his season-highs in those categories. He continues to exceed his Yahoo! ADP (88) by a significant margin, providing third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. And as long as the Heat are without Tyler Herro (toe), Powell’s fantasy ceiling will remain high.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
26 days ago
Young has missed Atlanta’s last two games, with Nickeil Alexander-Walker filling the resulting void in the starting lineup. NAW, who has standard-league value when Young plays, should be rostered regardless of what happens with Atlanta’s starting point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #19
26 days ago
Fontecchio had been listed as questionable with left ankle inflammation, but he’ll be good to go. That’s good news for the Heat with Tyler Herro (toe) and Pelle Larsson (ankle) both out on Thursday.
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Guard • #9
26 days ago
Larsson left Monday’s game against the Nuggets with an ankle injury and has not healed enough to return. Nikola Jović stepped up in Larsson’s absence on Monday, scoring 22 points on 7-of-12 from the field. While we shouldn’t expect that level of production to continue, Jović will get another chance to duplicate that with both Larsson and Tyler Herro (toe) out.
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Guard • #14
26 days ago
We’re now coming up on a month with Herro on the sidelines. He has now missed nine games and hasn’t played since December 9th. With Pelle Harsson also out on Thursday, there should be extra usage for Davion Mitchell and Jaime Jaquez Jr.
Source: Anthony Chiang
ATL • G • #5
27 days ago
Daniels hasn’t been as highly touted in fantasy basketball this season, mostly because his steals are down and his scoring has been rough. However, he has somewhat made up for it by averaging career highs in rebounds and assists, and he nearly recorded a triple-double in this game. This was a well-rounded performance for Daniels as he continues to thrive without Trae Young in the lineup.
ATL • Forward • #1
27 days ago
These monster nights are becoming routine for Johnson. He missed Monday’s game with an illness, but the effects clearly didn’t linger enough to limit his production in this one. Johnson has been one of the best players in fantasy basketball this season, and while his production hasn’t been limited when Trae Young is available, he has been at his best when Young isn’t playing. He’ll look to remain hot in New York on Friday.
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
27 days ago
After missing Atlanta’s last 10 games with an illness, Porziņģis was available off the bench in this game. In just 17 minutes, he was able to make a large impact. His last two appearances have been weeks apart, but in both games, he poured in the points in limited action. Hopefully he’ll remain available moving forward, but his health is worth keeping an eye on. Even if he remains a reserve for Atlanta, he’ll be a highly impactful option for fantasy managers.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
27 days ago
Young sat out Monday, and he’ll be out for a second straight game. Nickeil Alexander-Walker is expected to remain in the starting lineup. He posted a monster 30/4/5/2/1 line with six triples on Monday against the Thunder.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
28 days ago
Porziņģis will make his return after missing nearly a month due to an illness. He’ll likely have his minutes restricted and continue to come off the bench, which is good news for Onyeka Okongwu. Porziņģis played 21 minutes off the bench in his most recent appearance and was productive. He’s still worth keeping an eye on, but hopefully Porziņģis is in the clear with these illness issues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Point Guard • #11
28 days ago
Young missed Monday’s game and could be another with this quad contusion. Nickeil Alexander-Walker started in his place and would remain a starter if Young is held out. NAW has been excellent as a starter all season and would get the chance to play extra minutes against his former team.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Forward • #1
28 days ago
Johnson will be back following a one-game absence against the Thunder on Monday. Vit Krejci started in his place but will return to playing a significant reserve role with Johnson back in the lineup. Asa Newell and Mouhamed Gueye will also likely lose out on minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
29 days ago
Okongwu continues to thrive with Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined due to illness and he saw his role on the offensive end of the floor expand even further in this one with the Hawks missing Jalen Johnson, who has emerged as one of the game’s premier all-around players this season, due to illness. The 25-year-old big man has scored at least 23 points in three of his last five games since December 21. He’s delivered fourth-round fantasy value this season, averaging 16.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks through 33 games.
ATL • Guard • #9
29 days ago
Alexander-Walker recorded his fifth 30-point effort of the season, accomplishing the feat for the first time in nearly a month. The 27-year-old guard took on an expanded role from a scoring standpoint with Jalen Johnson sidelined due to illness, hoisting a season-high 24 shot attempts in this one.
MIA • Forward • #5
29 days ago
A 28.4 percent three-point shooter entering Monday’s game, Jović came up huge for the Heat on Monday. He matched his career-high with five three-pointers, needing eight attempts to hit that number. Add in the points, rebounds and assists, and this was an excellent night for the few who have Jović rostered. Rostered in 14 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has not been a reliable fantasy option this season. However, with Pelle Larsson leaving Monday’s game with a sprained ankle, Jović’s value may increase in the short term.
MIA • Guard • #11
29 days ago
Jaquez finished Monday’s victory with his fourth double-double of the season, but this was his first with points and assists. The 11 helpers were a career-high for the Heat wing, who has been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats this season. While Jaquez doesn’t have to be rostered in all leagues, he’s definitely worthy of consideration in some 12-team formats, especially after Miami lost Pelle Larsson to a sprained ankle.
MIA • Center • #7
29 days ago
Ware was rejoined in the starting lineup by Bam Adebayo, who was back after a two-game absence. And the second-year center had a good night, shooting 75 percent from the field and finishing one rebound shy of a double-double. Over the past two weeks, Ware has provided first-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. He’ll look to continue the improved production on Thursday against the Pistons.
MIA • Guard • #24
29 days ago
Powell was one of eight Heat players in double figures in Monday’s victory, the tenor of which changed when the Nuggets lost Nikola Jokić to a second-quarter knee injury. The Heat guard continues to exceed the expectations of fantasy managers, providing fourth-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. The Heat are off until Thursday when they visit the Pistons in their lone road game of the week.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
29 days ago
Back in the Heat lineup after a two-game absence with a back injury, Adebayo was under a minutes restriction on Monday. Between that and Miami taking control of the action with a 47-point third quarter, he only played 21 minutes. The good news for fantasy managers was that Adebayo still recorded a double-double with four assists. The Heat play three games in the final four days of Week 11, so don’t be surprised if Bam gets an injury management night at some point.
MIA • Guard • #9
29 days ago
Larsson sprained his right ankle when he stepped on the foot of Nuggets guard Tim Hardaway Jr. while running down the court in the third quarter. He immediately limped back to the locker room and is now done for the night. His absence frees up additional minutes for Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Nikola Jović. Larsson missed time earlier this month with a sprained left ankle.
Source: Miami Heat
ATL • Guard • #9
29 days ago
The Hawks won’t have Trae Young or Jalen Johnson for Monday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Alexander-Walker and Krejčí are filling the resulting voids. While the former is already rostered in most fantasy leagues, the latter will be worth streaming in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
29 days ago
Adebayo is back after missing the last two games with a back injury. As a result of his return, Pelle Larsson will come off the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. Ware continuing to start is good news for those who have him rostered, but his usage may take a hit with Adebayo in the lineup.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
29 days ago
Adebayo will start after a two-game absence due to a back injury. Pelle Larsson will likely return to the bench with Adebayo back in the fold. Kel’el Ware will likely continue to start, though his usage takes a minor hit with Bam returning.
ATL • Point Guard • #11
29 days ago
Young played through his quad injury on Saturday, but he’ll be forced to miss at least one game when he sits out on Monday. With Young unavailable, Nickeil Alexander-Walker should earn a spot start against the Thunder, making him worthy of streaming, albeit in a tough matchup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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
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
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo is expected to be back following a two-game absence. Pelle Larsson has started the last two games in his stead but will likely return to the bench with Adebayo back in the lineup. Kel’el Ware should continue to start, but he may take a production hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins eclipsed the 20-point barrier for the first time since December 1, scoring 18 points in the second-half as Miami shot 58 percent from the floor (31-of-53) to score 83 points over the final two quarters. The 30-year-old has contributed seventh-round fantasy value this season, averaging 16.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks over 28 games.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez supplied a spark off the bench in this one, knocking down 11-of-15 from the floor to help lift Miami past the floundering Pacers. The 24-year-old is averaging 22.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.3 blocks over his last four games across the past week.
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.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro has not appeared in a game since December 9, with Saturday’s matchup with the Pacers being the seventh straight that he’s missed. According to Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, the guard is progressing in his recovery, but he does not have a timeline for return. Once Herro is cleared to return and play without restrictions, Pelle Larsson is the player most likely headed to the bench, with Davion Mitchell’s defense keeping him with the starters.
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Added to the Heat injury report because of a right quad contusion, Ware has been upgraded from probable to available. He’ll take on his role as the starting center, continuing to serve as the lone post player while Bam Adebayo remains out with a back injury.
Source: Anthony Chiang
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
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
Don’t panic just yet, but Ware is now probable with a right quad contusion. The Heat have already ruled out Bame Adebayo (back) and losing Ware would leave them without a legitimate post presence, though he’s still likely to play.
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.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro is set to miss his seventh consecutive game with a toe injury. Davion Mitchell had six points and seven assists in 29 minutes as the starting point guard in the win over the Hawks on Friday. He’ll continue to have that role with Herro out.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo is set to miss another game with lower back tightness. Kel’el Ware will continue to see a bump in usage while Pelle Larsson started and had 21 points in Friday’s win over the Hawks.
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.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game was the first for Larsson since December 9, as a sprained left ankle sidelined him. And with Bam Adebayo (back) unavailable, the second-year wing was inserted into the starting lineup. To say that Larsson’s performance in Atlanta was encouraging would be an understatement; the 21 points were a career-high, and he also provided solid value in rebounds, assists and three-pointers. With Adebayo and Tyler Herro (toe) out, Larsson and Jaime Jaquez Jr. (16/5/3/3 with one three-pointer) have higher fantasy ceilings. The difference is that while Jaquez doesn’t need to start to provide solid value, Larsson does.
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
With Bam Adebayo (back) unavailable, Ware will be the lone post player in the Heat starting lineup. That status may give him a little more leeway, but it also means that Miami can’t afford to have its second-year center sleepwalk through the early segments of games. Ware was productive in Atlanta, recording his fourth double-double in five games. Tuesday’s performance against Toronto was a dud, but Ware still grabbed nine rebounds in 21 minutes. When he’s engaged, as he was against the Hawks, double-doubles should be routine for the 21-year-old center.
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell and the Heat won in Atlanta by a comfortable margin, with a 31-19 second quarter allowing the visitors to grab control. The 25 points were the most he’s scored in a game in three weeks, when the Heat guard dropped 28 on the Magic on December 5. With Bam Adebayo (back) joining Tyler Herro (toe) on the sidelines, Powell becomes Miami’s top scoring option, which should raise his fantasy ceiling. The return home for their final game of Week 10 on Saturday against the Pacers, who also played on Friday.
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
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.
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