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BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 9 hours ago
Absent from the first injury report released by the Celtics, Brown is now doubtful due to lower back spasms. His absence would result in more prominent roles for Anfernee Simons and Baylor Scheierman, not to mention starters Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #30
about 9 hours ago
Hauser was a late scratch for Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, resulting in Hugo González starting and Jordan Walsh’s minutes matching those of Victor Wembanyama. If Hauser can’t play on Monday, the Celtics will stick with a rotation of González and Walsh.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Forward • #8
about 9 hours ago
Minott’s continued absence, with Monday’s game being the fourth that he’s missed, does not affect fantasy basketball. With Sam Hauser also out for Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, Hugo González and Jordan Walsh made up the rotation at the power forward position.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Guard • #9
1 day ago
White brought a little extra against his former organization, finishing just shy of his fourth 30-point performance of the season. The 31-year-old guard provided his usual blend of scoring and defensive impact in this one, notching four stocks, while coming up just short of reaching double-digit rebounds for the first time this year. He’s been one of the hottest all-around players in the fantasy landscape of late, averaging an absurd 19.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.5 blocks in eight games over the past two weeks. The Celtics are in line for a three-game week that includes road showdowns against the Pacers, Heat and Hawks.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
1 day ago
Brown flirted with a triple-double on the second night of a back-to-back after dropping 25 points in a win over the Raptors on Friday evening. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone has gone up a level this season as Boston’s primary scoring option, averaging 29.5 points through 36 games.
BOS • Guard • #28
1 day ago
Sam Hauser (hamstring) is out for Saturday’s game, leaving a spot to fill within the Celtics’ starting lineup. González has received the nod and will make his second career start, with Jordan Walsh remaining on the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Guard • #27
1 day ago
Murray was one of many Nuggets who did not play in Friday’s loss to the Hawks. Jalen Pickett replaced him in the starting lineup and would do so again if Murray can’t play on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #21
1 day ago
Jones did not play in Friday’s loss to the Hawks, with Hunter Tyson being tabbed to fill the void in the starting lineup. If Jones remains out and the Nuggets decide to keep Aaron Gordon in a reserve role, Tyson should get another start on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
1 day ago
Gordon played 24 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Hawks and should take on a similar workload on Sunday. The Nuggets have taken a conservative approach to his playing time, with Hunter Tyson starting on Friday since Spencer Jones (ankle, illness) was out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #0
1 day ago
Braun is back on the injury report, but the probable tag suggests that he’ll be able to play. However, his minutes may be managed by the Nuggets’ coaching staff due to the time missed with a sprained ankle.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #30
1 day ago
Absent from the Celtics’ initial injury report, Hauser will not play due to tightness in his right hamstring. With Josh Minott (ankle) also out, Jordan Walsh will likely move into the starting lineup, and Hugo González should pick up a few additional minutes off the bench.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Forward • #8
1 day ago
This will be a third straight absence for Minott, whose place in the Celtics’ rotation has dropped off in recent weeks. Sam Hauser, Jordan Walsh and Hugo Gonzalez will take on a few extra minutes with Minott out again.
Source: Taylor Snow
DEN • Guard • #8
2 days ago
The avalanche of injuries to key contributors in Denver has created an opportunity for Watson to put together a mini-breakout, scoring 20-plus points in six consecutive games since December 31. The 23-year-old forward recorded his second double-double of the season with Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) sitting out. He’s experienced a noticeable uptick in creation possessions and increased scoring duties over the last two weeks, averaging 21.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks over eight games during that span.
DEN • Forward • #32
2 days ago
Gordon hasn’t skipped a beat in three games since returning from a lengthy absence recovering from a hamstring injury, averaging 15.3 points, 7.0 assists, 3.0 assists over 23 minutes during that span. The Nuggets are going to keep a governor on his workload for the immediate future but he’ll continue providing his usual blend of points and rebounds for fantasy purposes.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
2 days ago
It’s not hyperbolic to suggest that Brown has morphed into a legitimate MVP candidate this season as he’s topped 25 points in 13 of 15 games since the start of December while propelling the Celtics towards the apex of the Eastern Conference without Jayson Tatum. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone contributed 13 early points as the Celtics shot 61 percent from the floor in the opening half and wound up pulling away in the late stages. He got to the charity stripe a whopping 13 times and knocked down his final 12 attempts from the line. The Celtics have been one of the hottest teams in the Eastern Conference, winning 13 of their last 17 game. They’ll close out a back-to-back on Saturday evening when they host the Spurs at TG Garden.
BOS • Guard • #11
2 days ago
Pritchard showcases his signature skillset in this one, consistently driving to the basket and creating shot opportunities beyond the arc, parachuting in whenever the Celtics needed to create something out of nothing on a possession. The 27-year-old sharp-shooting facilitator dished out eight assists while scoring 16 of his 27 points in the second half to help Boston pull away for a relatively easy win. He’s been a phenomenal fantasy contributor over the past two weeks, averaging 17.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.3 blocks across seven games during that span.
BOS • Forward • #30
2 days ago
Hauser was feeling it in the early stages of the contest, hitting four three-pointers in the opening stanza as the Celtics built an early advantage. The 28-year-old sharpshooter doesn’t offer a ton of fantasy value as he’s prone to the typical ebbs and flows that a hot-and-cold three-point specialist typically deals with on a night-to-night basis. This was just his ninth double-digit scoring performance of the season.
BOS • Guard • #9
2 days ago
White has been one of the most impactful fantasy contributors over the past two weeks, delivering first-round value during that seven-game span, averaging 18.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.6 steals and a staggering 2.6 blocks. The 31-year-old defensive wizard became just the fourth player 6-foot-4 or under to record 500 career blocks earlier this week and has notched at least two blocks in five of his last six games.
DEN • Forward • #5
2 days ago
The Nuggets won’t have Jamal Murray or Spencer Jones for Friday’s game, opening two spots in the starting lineup. Pickett and Tyson will fill the voids, with the latter’s inclusion an indication that Aaron Gordon remains under a strict minutes restriction. While fantasy managers don’t need to consider streaming Tyson, Pickett is worth the risk in deeper formats.
Source: Brad Rowland
DEN • Forward • #21
2 days ago
Like Jamal Murray (ankle, illness), Jones’ status was downgraded on two separate occasions ahead of Friday’s game. His absence may result in Bruce Brown starting, but Aaron Gordon is another possibility. However, Gordon’s minutes restriction would likely need to be relaxed for that to happen.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Guard • #27
2 days ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Murray’s status has been downgraded twice since and he will not be available. Jalen Pickett was the replacement the last time Murray missed a game, scoring 29 points in a win over the 76ers on Monday. If he starts, Pickett is worth plugging into lineups in deeper leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward • #21
2 days ago
Jones was initially listed as questionable but is now expected to be sidelined against Atlanta. Bruce Brown started the second half in place of Jones and would likely take on a larger role in his absence, though Aaron Gordon could end up returning to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
2 days ago
Murray was initially listed as probable, but now there is a real chance he misses this game. Jalen Pickett would likely return to the starting lineup in that scenario, where he had 29 points, seven assists and seven triples earlier this week.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
3 days ago
Coming off a career-high 17 assists in Wednesday’s win over the Celtics, Murray is dealing with an illness and a sprained left ankle. However, the probable tag suggests that he’ll be cleared to play against the Hawks. If Murray can’t go, Jalen Pickett will be called on to absorb most of the minutes that would go to the Nuggets’ starting point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #8
3 days ago
Minott will miss a third straight game with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the Celtics have relied more on Jordan Walsh and Sam Hauser in recent games.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Guard • #4
4 days ago
Simons continues to get more comfortable with his role in Boston, having scored in double figures in six straight and nine of his last ten games. Unfortunately for fantasy managers who have him rostered, this has not resulted in increased fantasy value. Over the past three weeks, Simons is still ranked outside the top-150 in eight- and nine-cat formats. Given how competitive the Celtics have been, it would be surprising to see them make any drastic changes to the roster before the trade deadline, which would not be a good thing for Simons’ fantasy value.
BOS • Guard • #9
4 days ago
Being the best shot-blocking guard in the NBA gives White’s fantasy value a welcome boost, especially in category leagues. He recorded three more rejections on Wednesday, extending his streak with at least one to 11 consecutive games. Due partly to that production, White has been a first-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past three weeks. The Celtics return to action on Friday against the Raptors.
BOS • Center • #88
4 days ago
Queta’s overall stat line was lean, except in one category: rebounds. Two days removed from grabbing 13 boards in a win over the Bulls, he tallied a career-high 20 against the Nuggets. Rostered in 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Queta has offered top-100 per-game value over the past two weeks. Given his productivity throughout the season, the former second-round pick is worth a look in some 12-team formats, especially where there’s a need for rebounds.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
4 days ago
After a rough night in Monday’s win over the Bulls, Brown got back on track Wednesday night in terms of scoring. Since December 2, he’s tallied at least 30 points in 11 of the 14 games that he’s played. Add in the rebounds, assists and three-pointers, and the overall stat line recorded on Wednesday was excellent. However, Brown was responsible for seven turnovers, the most he’s had in a game since November 18 (eight vs. Brooklyn). Due to that category, there has been a three-round gap in Brown’s eight- and nine-cat values over the past month.
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
4 days ago
Nikola Jokić’s left knee injury did not result in Nnaji moving into the starting lineup, but it has freed up additional opportunities for the former first-round pick. Over the past week, the 6-foot-9 forward/center has averaged 12.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 1.5 blocks and 1.5 three-pointers in 24.6 minutes per game. That production has been good for top-100 value in eight-cat formats. DaRon Holmes II (six points, two rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two three-pointers) may be the starter right now, but Nnaji offers the higher streaming ceiling.
DEN • Guard • #8
4 days ago
Watson finished Wednesday’s victory with his second career 30-point game, finishing two shy of his career-high. The Nuggets’ forward, who initially moved into the starting lineup when Christian Braun went down with a sprained ankle, has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the past month. Even with Braun back in the starting lineup and Aaron Gordon available off the bench, they’re under minutes restrictions, which protects Watson’s fantasy value.
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Back in the Nuggets’ lineup after sitting out Monday’s win over the 76ers, Murray made up for lost time with one of his best all-around lines of the season. The Nuggets’ point guard racked up a career-high 17 assists, finishing two rebounds shy of a triple-double. Murray’s final line was Nikola Jokić-like, and the Nuggets need that level of production from him with the three-time MVP still recovering from a left knee injury. Over the past week, Murray has offered top-15 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones played nine minutes in the first half before exiting due to left foot soreness. Aaron Gordon should slot into his minutes in the second half, with Bruce Brown also taking on a larger role.
Source: Katy Winge
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones was a late addition to the injury report, but the illness won’t keep him sidelined. He’ll remain in the starting lineup, though he’ll likely play a smaller role with Aaron Gordon available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
4 days ago
Murray and Braun are back after sitting out Monday’s win over the 76ers. Their returns mean that Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett will come off the bench, limiting their respective fantasy value. Also, while Aaron Gordon is available, he will once again come off the bench, leaving Jones with the starters.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Forward • #21
4 days ago
Jones is a late addition to the injury report, but this illness isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. Jones has been a consistent starter lately, but his role in this game will depend on how many minutes Aaron Gordon (hamstring) plays in his second game back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
5 days ago
Murray and Braun should be back in action following a one-game absence, which means Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown should see their minutes reduced against Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
5 days ago
After sitting out Monday’s win over the Sixers, Gordon and Hardaway Jr. are both expected to play. As a result, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji will likely see reduced roles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
5 days ago
While the three-time NBA Most Valuable Player has begun to do some spot shooting, he’s still considered to be “weeks away” from a return. In his report, Charania mentioned the end of January as a potential return window for the center. Until then, the Nuggets will continue to rely on DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji to fill the void at the five.
Source: DNVR Nuggets
BOS • Forward • #8
5 days ago
After making eight consecutive starts early in the season, Minott’s playing time has decreased in recent games. His absence will not significantly affect fantasy basketball, especially with Jordan Walsh being available.
Source: Justin Turpin
DEN • Forward • #32
5 days ago
Gordon and THJ sat out of Monday’s win over Philadelphia, and Peyton Watson, Spencer Jones and Zeke Nnaji filled in. Nnaji went for 21/8 across 32 minutes off the bench, and Watson continued to shine as a starter, going for 24/7/4 across 44 minutes. Watson, Jones and Nnaji should all see similar run Wednesday if Gordon and Hardaway Jr. are sidelined again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
5 days ago
Murray and Braun sat out Monday’s upset win over the 76ers, but they’ve got a chance to return following a one-game absence. If Murray and Braun are out for a second straight game, Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown would be in line for bumps in playing time and production. Pickett went for 29/5/7 on Monday, and Brown finished with 19/6/2.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #8
6 days ago
Watson has been a scoring machine for the shorthanded Nuggets. Since Nikola Jokić injured his knee, Watson has averaged 23 points per game. He has been average in other categories, but he has been on an offensive tear. He coughed the ball up a career-worst six times in this game, but the rest of his performance was strong and helped Denver steal a win on the road. Watson will remain a must-roster player until Aaron Gordon (hamstring) returns, and he should still hold value beyond that.
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
6 days ago
Nnaji hasn’t filled the starting center spot with both Nikola Jokić (knee) and Jonas Valančiūnas (calf) sidelined, but he has been solid as the backup to DaRon Holmes II. However, in this game, he was more than just a solid reserve. Nnaji matched his career high for points, nearly recorded a double-double and contributed four “stocks” in 32 minutes off the bench. Whether he moves into the starting lineup or continues to come off the bench, Nnaji is the better option than Holmes as a fill-in.
DEN • Guard • #24
6 days ago
With Jamal Murray (ankle) sidelined for the second night of Denver’s back-to-back, Pickett entered the starting unit in his place. It was his fourth start of the season, including his third in their last four games. The result was a new career high for points for the 2023 second-round pick. Murray should be back for their next game on Wednesday in Boston, so Pickett likely won’t be able to provide an encore. However, he may have earned himself more minutes, and he will have more streaming appeal during his next start.
BOS • Guard • #11
6 days ago
The Celtics had a 21-point lead at halftime after Pritchard hit one of his classic buzzer-beating three-pointers at the end of the second quarter. Most of the rest of his points came on pull-up shots in the lane. Pritchard has provided sixth-round per game value this season. The Celtics will be back on the floor Wednesday against the Nuggets.
BOS • Guard • #4
6 days ago
It was a tale of two halves for Simons on Monday. He had no points in the first half, but dropped 27 points with eight three-pointers in the second half of the win over the Bulls. The 26-year-old shooting guard is averaging 13.1 points per game this year, but he’s scored at least 20 points in two of his last four games. Still, his scoring has fallen off since averaging 19.3 points per game last year. Simons isn’t going to be fantasy relevant without more consistent scoring.
DEN • Guard • #24
6 days ago
Denver will play this game without Jamal Murray (ankle) and Christian Braun (ankle), who are both out for the second night of this back-to-back. Pickett and Brown will get the starting nod and will hold value as streaming options for the skeleton crew Nuggets.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward • #32
6 days ago
It’s not surprising that Gordon will sit out the second leg of a back-to-back set after returning from a long absence on Sunday. With Gordon, Jamal Murray (ankle) and Christian Braun (ankle) all joining Nikola Jokić (knee) and Jonas Valančiūnas (calf) on the sideline, THJ will also get the night off to recover from an illness. Spencer Jones, Peyton Watson and Julian Strawther are all candidates for increased run against the 76ers tonight as Denver trots out a skeleton crew.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
7 days ago
Braun returned from a lengthy absence on Sunday, and Murray has been dealing with an ankle injury of his own, so it’s not surprising that both players will miss the second leg of Denver’s back-to-back set. Jalen Pickett and Bruce Brown will likely take the lead in the Nuggets’ backcourt against the 76ers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
8 days ago
Brown’s magnum opus featured an extremely efficient shooting performance as he knocked down 18-of-26 attempts, including 6-of-10 from beyond the arc, finishing at nearly 70 percent from the floor. It was his second 50-point effort, matching his previous career-high mark set back on January 2, 2022. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone combined with teammate Derrick White for 24 first-quarter points as Boston erupted for a season-high 42 points in the opening stanza and simply never looked back. It was a sublime all-around performance as Brown also locked up Clippers star Kawhi Leonard on the defensive end of the floor. He’s scored at least 29 points in 11 of his last 12 games since December 2. Unreal. The Celtics return home next week for a four-game slate that includes matchups against the Bulls, Nuggets, Raptors and Spurs.
BOS • Guard • #9
8 days ago
Jaylen Brown’s 50-point explosion will grab most of the headlines in this one-sided affair, but White remains the unheralded straw that stirs the metaphorical drink on both ends of the floor. The 31-year-old guard, who ranks second in the league in “stocks” (steals and blocks), added three more to the ledger while defending Clippers superstars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden, who were held to fewer than 25 points each. He’s topped 20 points in eight of his last 14 games since December 2.
BOS • Forward • #30
8 days ago
The lone change to the Celtics’ starting lineup is Hauser, who replaces Jordan Walsh after hitting five three-pointers in Thursday’s win over the Kings. While Walsh is the superior defender, Hauser’s three-point production gives him a solid chance of offering value in category leagues.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Forward • #30
10 days ago
Less than one week removed from seven made threes against the Pacers, Hauser popped off for five triples against the Kings. The veteran sharpshooter also made contributions on the glass during his 29 minutes of game action. Hauser won’t provide much fantasy value aside from three-point shooting, but he’s a fine streaming option for those managers in category leagues who could use a boost to their three-point production.
BOS • Guard • #9
10 days ago
On the heels of a seven-block performance against the Jazz, White was much quieter as a shot blocker on Thursday. Still, he accumulated four stocks on the defensive end to go along with his team-high in assists and his second consecutive game with at least 15 points. Inefficient shooting, especially from beyond the arc, prevented him from having a great final line. Still, he was solid and continues to put up good fantasy production.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
10 days ago
Despite not shooting well from beyond the arc, Brown nearly found his way to the 30-point mark. He flourished inside the arc and additionally hit the glass hard to tally a double-double. The former Finals MVP did commit five turnovers, however, signaling that it wasn’t easy for him against this Sacramento defense. Still, he finished with another strong line in what’s been a successful season for him as the clear No. 1 option in Boston.
BOS • Forward • #99
10 days ago
Boucher had been out since Christmas for personal reasons, but he will be available to play on Thursday. He has not been a huge part of the Celtics’ rotation this year and should not be counted on in fantasy leagues.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #99
11 days ago
Boucher has been out since Christmas Day due to personal reasons but could return to take on Sacramento. However, when available, Boucher hasn’t been part of the rotation in Boston, so his return won’t alter the minutes allocation.
Source: NBA Injury Report