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DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson followed up his 31-point outburst on Tuesday with another strong scoring performance on the second game of a back-to-back. The versatile forward was limited to only 30 minutes on the evening, but still produced enough on the offensive end to finish as the Nuggets’ third-leading scorer. His pair of three-pointers on efficient shooting added to his fantasy basketball production, as well. Watson has enjoyed a nice stretch over the past few weeks and continues to have his best season as a professional.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon provided fantasy managers with decent production on Wednesday, surpassing the 20-point mark on the evening while draining a trio of three-pointers. The veteran forward played only 29 minutes in the win but still finished as Denver’s second-leading scorer. Surely he is capable of greater performances, but Wednesday’s final line should serve as a nice floor on nights when the high production isn’t required.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
On the second game of a back-to-back, Murray followed his 35-point performance with another 30-point outing. He shot efficiently overall from the floor before finishing with a game-high in points, and also stepped up as a facilitator to lead the Nuggets in assists. Murray has very quietly enjoyed a strong start to the calendar year, tallying at least 22 points and five assists in each of the five games he’s appeared in. He’s been a major reason why the Nuggets have remained successful in Nikola Jokic’s absence.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
The Nuggets will have their star point guard on Wednesday when they look to win their third straight game. Murray’s availability comes on the second game of a back-to-back, after scoring 35 points and dishing out nine assists against the Pelicans. He’ll have a chance to log another strong performance against the Mavericks.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard, Small Forward, and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Brown is good to go after initially being questionable. There should be additional minutes available since Christian Braun is out, but Jamal Murray’s availability mutes Brown’s potential impact.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott will miss a fifth consecutive game with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he had fallen behind Jordan Walsh and Sam Hauser in the pecking order before the injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
After sitting out Monday’s loss to the Pacers with lower back spasms, Brown is not on the injury report for Thursday. His return likely pushes Baylor Scheierman to the bench, with the second-year guard offering minimal production in his spot start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Just over a week after the Nuggets’ center had reportedly begun to do some spot shooting, he’s now progressed to on-court workouts. According to Charania, Jokić is still on track for a late-January return to action, if not slightly ahead of schedule. For Tuesday’s win over the Pelicans, Aaron Gordon served as the small-ball five, with Zeke Nnaji playing 22 minutes off the bench. Shallow-league managers can consider adding Gordon, since he’s played 30 minutes or more in consecutive games for the first time since returning from his hamstring injury.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Point Guard, Small Forward, and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
With Jamal Murray questionable and Christian Braun out, Brown’s potential absence could leave Denver shorthanded in the backcourt. Julian Strawther and Spencer Jones could see bumps in playing time if Brown is ultimately ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray’s late addition to the injury report doesn’t bode well for his availability against Dallas. If Murray is unable to take the court, Jalen Pickett could replace him in the starting five. In that case, Pickett could be a useful streamer for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson’s unreal hot stretch continued in this game. His 19-point game on Sunday ended a six-game streak of at least 20 points, but he followed that up with outing, which was one point shy of matching his season high for points. However, this outing was incredibly efficient, and he was able to contribute value across the board in category leagues. At 23 years old, Watson has vaulted his value in dynasty leagues over the past month and should be considered a must-roster player in redraft formats.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray started off hot after missing Denver’s last two games, scoring 11 points in the first quarter. He cooled off a bit in the second quarter, but he had a big second half with 22 points to deliver the win for the Nuggets. Murray is averaging a bunch of career highs this season, and he is now up to first-round value in nine-category leagues over the course of the season. He’s certainly in line for the first All-Star appearance of his career.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones will be good to go after initially being listed as probable. With Christian Braun sidelined, Jones should remain a starter once again, though with the team getting healthier, he hasn’t been as productive lately.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon was initially probable for this game and has now officially been cleared. He returned to the starting lineup on Sunday and will likely remain in that role again. This is the first game of a back-to-back, so don’t be surprised if Gordon is sidelined on Wednesday against the Mavericks.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray is set to return after missing two games with a left ankle sprain and an illness. Jalen Pickett will return to the bench with the 28-year-old point guard back in the starting lineup.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard has scored at least 21 points in three of his last five games. The 27-year-old point guard led the Celtics in scoring Monday with Jaylen Brown out of the lineup. Pritchard has provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Celtics are off until Thursday, when they take on the Heat in Miami.
BOS • Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
The Celtics won’t have Jaylen Brown for Monday’s game, as he’s out with a lower back injury. His absence opens up a spot in the lineup for Hauser, who did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs. The other change to the lineup is Scheierman, whose first start of the season comes at the expense of rookie Hugo González.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown was initially doubtful for Monday’s game, so his being ruled out is unsurprising. Sam Hauser (hamstring) is available, so he may return to the starting lineup after missing Saturday’s loss to the Spurs. That would also ensure Hugo González of a second consecutive start.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #30
about 1 month ago
Hauser is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. As long as the hamstring doesn’t flare up, he’ll take on a more prominent role offensively since Jaylen Brown (back) is out.
Source: Boston Celtics
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones, who is back on the injury report due to an illness and left ankle inflammation, started and played 25 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. With Christian Braun (ankle) once again out, the second-year forward will likely take on a similar role if he’s allowed to play on Tuesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun will miss a second straight game due to a sprained left ankle, which is the same one that sidelined him for nearly seven weeks earlier this season. Spencer Jones remained in the starting lineup for Sunday’s win over the Bucks, playing 25 minutes. Braun’s absence also frees up additional opportunities for Tim Hardaway Jr. off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon had 23 points in 32 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. While he’s listed on the injury report for Tuesday against the Pelicans with a hamstring injury, he’s likely to play given his probable listing. The 30-year-old power forward will be needed in this one with Nikola Jokic and Christian Braun sidelined and Jamal Murray (ankle/illness) questionable.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray has missed Denver’s last two games due to a sprained left ankle and illness. Jalen Pickett has moved into the starting lineup and played well enough to merit being streamed in deep leagues when used in that role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Gordon calmly knocked down a pair of free throws in the final five seconds to effectively ice the game and complete his seventh 20-point performance of the season through 17 games. The 30-year-old center has seen a ton of scoring opportunities for the injury-plagued Nuggets, who have been playing without Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) of late. He’s averaging 17.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists through four contests since returning earlier this month from injury. The Nuggets are in line for a busy four-game week with matchups against the Pelicans, Mavericks, Wizards and Hornets.
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
It’s no secret that Denver has been dealing with an avalanche of injury issues to their superstars and supporting cast this season. Somehow, they haven’t reached a tipping point yet, despite losing Jamal Murray (ankle, illness) earlier this week. Hardaway provided a spark off the bench in this one, knocking down 5-of-9 attempts from beyond the arc to notch his second 25-point effort in his last four games. He offers some appeal as a streaky scoring threat in deeper fantasy leagues.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Watson’s emergence as a viable fantasy contributor has been a welcome development on an injury-riddled Nuggets squad that is missing several key contributors. The 23-year-old’s breakthrough continued in this one as he’s topped 19 points for the seventh consecutive game since December 31. He’s worthy of a roster spot in all fantasy leagues based on his recent production.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
The Nuggets won’t have Jamal Murray or Christian Braun for Sunday’s game, but Gordon is back after missing Friday’s loss to the Hawks. He’ll start, with DaRon Holmes II heading to the bench. Also in the lineup are Jones and Tyson, with the latter having started against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
Jones is back after a one-game absence. If he’s re-inserted into the starting lineup, Hunter Tyson would be bumped to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Gordon is good to go after initially being probable for Sunday’s game. The Nuggets have kept the forward on a minutes restriction since his return, and that’s unlikely to change against the Bucks. Spencer Jones or Hunter Tyson would be the starting power forward if Gordon comes off the bench again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Braun was initially probable for Sunday’s game, which makes the status downgrade somewhat surprising. His absence will likely result in Bruce Brown returning to the starting lineup. While he hasn’t as impactful in fantasy basketball as he was in his first stint with the Nuggets, Brown is worth streaming in this spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable for Sunday, Murray will miss a second consecutive game due to an ankle injury and an illness. Jalen Pickett will once again replace him in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming as a spot starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months 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 • Small Forward • #21
about 2 months 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 • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 2 months 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 • Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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 • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months 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.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.
BOS • Forward • #8
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.
BOS • Forward • #8
about 2 months 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
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.