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LAL • Center-Forward • #11
9 months ago
In his return from a knee injury that sidelined him for four games, Hayes outplayed his Suns counterparts on Sunday afternoon. The Lakers center recorded a complete stat line, minus three-pointers, shooting 80 percent from the field. The foul shooting was poor, but that’s usually a category the few managers who have Hayes rostered will have to punt. The Lakers play four games during Week 20, starting with the Spurs on Monday.
LAL • Guard • #15
9 months ago
With Luka Doncic back in the Lakers’ lineup, Reaves had more assistance than he did in Friday’s loss to the Nuggets. While there was an injury scare during the second half of Sunday’s game when Suns wing Ryan Dunn landed on Reaves, he still logged 39 minutes. Reaves has provided top-30 value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, remaining the dependable fantasy option he has been all season.
LAL • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Finney-Smith returned to the Lakers’ lineup on Sunday after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Nuggets, bumping Jarred Vanderbilt (three rebounds in 10 minutes) to the bench. The veteran forward was solid in his 35 minutes, providing decent value in the rebound, assist and three-point categories. However, even with LeBron James (groin) sidelined, Finney-Smith is a deep-league player at best.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Facing the Suns for the first time since being traded to the Lakers, Doncic recorded an impressive stat line against his longtime nemesis. Since the All-Star break, he has been a top-10 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. With LeBron James (groin) still out, Doncic has been asked to do more offensively, and he’s answered the call. The Lakers play four games during Week 20, starting with the Spurs on Monday.
LAL • Forward • #4
9 months ago
Knecht was initially listed as probable but has been cleared to play. However, with Luka Doncic and Gabe Vincent both available to play, Knecht will likely return to playing a role off the bench, though he should still see plenty of minutes.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Both players were upgraded to probable earlier in the day after sitting out on Friday. Jordan Goodwin and Jarred Vanderbilt will lose out on minutes with DFS and Vincent back in the lineup.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-16_01PM.pdf
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
9 months ago
Hayes is back in the lineup after missing the Lakers’ last four games with a knee injury. His return should push Alex Len back to the bench, though he was ineffective as a starter. Christian Koloko will also lose out on some minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Doncic was initially listed as probable after sitting out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Friday. His return will likely push Dalton Knecht back to the bench, though he should continue to play a large reserve role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #55
9 months ago
Jemison will miss a second-straight game with an illness, which will allow Alex Len and Christian Koloko to continue to split the minutes at center. Unfortunately, neither big has been a viable fantasy option despite an increased role.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Guard • #7
9 months ago
Both players missed Friday’s game against Denver, but after initially being listed as questionable to play against Phoenix, they have been upgraded to probable. Jordan Goodwin and Jarred Vanderbilt both took on larger roles on Friday but will likely lose out on minutes with Vincent and DFS expected to be back in the rotation.
Source: Khobi Price
BOS • Guard • #11
9 months ago
To no one’s surprise, Pritchard stepped up on a night when the Celtics were shorthanded. The betting favorite to win Sixth Man of the Year has scored 20 points or more on 20 occasions this season, nine more than the 2023-24 campaign. With Jaylen Brown exiting Saturday’s game with back spasms, Pritchard’s fantasy ceiling may be raised for Week 20, even if Derrick White and Al Horford are available. They did not play against the Nets.
BOS • Guard • #11
9 months ago
To no one’s surprise, Pritchard stepped up on a night when the Celtics were shorthanded. The betting favorite to win Sixth Man of the Year has scored 20 points or more on 20 occasions this season, nine more than the 2023-24 campaign. With Jaylen Brown exiting Saturday’s game with back spasms, Pritchard’s fantasy ceiling may be raised for Week 20, even if Derrick White and Al Horford are available. They did not play against the Nets.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum wasn’t as explosive offensively as he can be, but his eight rebounds and eight assists will make fantasy managers happy. Since the All-Star break, the Celtics star has been a top-10 player in eight-cat and top-15 in nine-cat formats. Tatum will look to continue this successful run during a three-game Week 20, which will begin at home on Tuesday against the Nets.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum wasn’t as explosive offensively as he can be, but his eight rebounds and eight assists will make fantasy managers happy. Since the All-Star break, the Celtics star has been a top-10 player in eight-cat and top-15 in nine-cat formats. Tatum will look to continue this successful run during a three-game Week 20, which will begin at home on Tuesday against the Nets.
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
In the Celtics’ lineup after an eight-game absence, Porzingis was under a minutes restriction on Saturday. However, he still logged 32 minutes in a much closer game than anticipated. The good news for the Celtics is that Porzingis’ conditioning appeared up to snuff, and he recorded an efficient stat line in Brooklyn. Boston will play three games during Week 20, starting with the Nets on Tuesday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
9 months ago
Brown’s lower back flared up early in the third quarter of Saturday’s game, and he is now unlikely to return. His absence frees up additional opportunities for Payton Pritchard, who is already rostered in most standard leagues.
Source: Cameron Tabatabaie
BOS • Forward • #30
9 months ago
Porzingis and Tatum are available, with the former returning after an eight-game absence. The other change is Hauser, who starts due to Al Horford and Derrick White being unavailable due to injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Guard • #9
9 months ago
White and Horford were initially doubtful for Saturday’s game, so their absences are unsurprising. Horford will be replaced in the lineup by Kristaps Porzingis, who returns after an eight-game absence, but his minutes will be restricted. Expect to see plenty of Luke Kornet. As for White, his absence will likely push Sam Hauser into the lineup, raising his fantasy ceiling.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum and Brown were initially questionable for Saturday’s game, with the latter sitting out Friday’s win over the Heat. Both are available and will start alongside Kristaps Porzingis (illness), who returns after an eight-game absence. Fantasy managers must ensure Tatum and Brown are in their active lineups before tipoff.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Porzingis is back after missing Boston’s last eight games with a viral illness. His playing time will be restricted, which may cap Porzingis’ fantasy ceiling. However, his floor remains relatively high, especially with Al Horford (toe) inactive.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard • #9
9 months ago
It’s no surprise that Horford is listed as doubtful after playing 32 minutes on Friday night. Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is listed as probable and will likely replace him in the starting lineup. Payton Pritchard could move into the starting lineup and will certainly have an increased role if White is ruled out.
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Porzingis has missed the last eight games with an illness, but he was an active participant in shootaround Friday. Now he’s probable for Saturday’s game and seems likely to replace Al Horford (toe) in the starting lineup.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum and Brown were both questionable Friday against the Heat with Brown sitting out and Tatum scoring 28 points in the victory. Tatum could be in line for a day off, but both have a legitimate chance of missing the game given their questionable listing. Luke Kornet seems likely to start again and Sam Hauser could also move into the starting lineup if both Tatum and Brown are ruled out.
LAL • Guard • #30
9 months ago
Goodwin was one of the replacements in the Lakers’ starting lineup Friday night. While the scoring wasn’t there, he provided solid value in his 34 minutes. Like Jarred Vanderbilt (9/7/7/3 with one three-pointer in 24 minutes), Goodwin is a deep-league dart throw for fantasy managers left to go deep into the waiver wire for additional depth. With Luka Doncic potentially returning on Sunday, there’s no need to add Goodwin or Vanderbilt for the Lakers’ final Week 19 game against the Suns.
LAL • Forward • #4
9 months ago
Injuries led to Knecht’s second start in three games, and the rookie had a big night in the Mile High City. Shooting just under 50 percent from the field, the 32 points were the second-most Knecht has scored in a game this season. While he remains rostered in 25 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Knecht is ranked outside the top 250 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. He isn’t a player who has to be rostered in most leagues, but Friday’s performance will keep him in some lineups until LeBron James returns from his strained groin.
LAL • Guard • #15
9 months ago
With Luka Doncic and LeBron James out, it was known that Reaves would have to shoulder a heavy workload on Friday. He answered the call, shooting 50 percent from the field while recording one of his all-around stat lines of the season. Since the All-Star break, Reaves has been a third-round player in eight-cat formats. The Lakers head home for their final game of Week 19, Sunday night against the Suns.
BOS • Center-Forward • #42
9 months ago
Horford got another start with Kristaps Porzingis out due to illness. The 38-year-old center has played at least 30 minutes in each of the last seven games when he’s been available. Horford is likely to get the day off Saturday against the Nets regardless of Porzingis’ availability, but he’s worth streaming in deeper formats when he gets the chance to start.
BOS • Center-Forward • #42
9 months ago
Horford got another start with Kristaps Porzingis out due to illness. The 38-year-old center has played at least 30 minutes in each of the last seven games when he’s been available. Horford is likely to get the day off Saturday against the Nets regardless of Porzingis’ availability, but he’s worth streaming in deeper formats when he gets the chance to start.
BOS • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Holiday dropped 25 points out of nowhere. The 34-year-old point guard hadn’t even eclipsed 20 points in a game since December 7. Holiday had scored 26 points in his previous three games combined. Fantasy managers shouldn’t count on this offensive explosion becoming a regular occurrence, but it was a welcome sight.
BOS • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Holiday dropped 25 points out of nowhere. The 34-year-old point guard hadn’t even eclipsed 20 points in a game since December 7. Holiday had scored 26 points in his previous three games combined. Fantasy managers shouldn’t count on this offensive explosion becoming a regular occurrence, but it was a welcome sight.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum has scored at least 28 points in each of his last four games. The 27-year-old small forward wasn’t very efficient from the field going 8-of-21, but he made five 3-pointers and seven free throws to boost his cause. Tatum has been showing up on the injury report with a knee injury lately and could be in line for a day off Saturday against the Nets.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum has scored at least 28 points in each of his last four games. The 27-year-old small forward wasn’t very efficient from the field going 8-of-21, but he made five three-pointers and seven free throws to boost his cause. Tatum has been showing up on the injury report with a knee injury lately and could be in line for a day off Saturday against the Nets.
LAL • Forward • #23
9 months ago
Redick provided good news on James, Rui Hachimura (knee) and Jaxson Hayes (knee) before Friday’s game against the Nuggets, saying that all three are “very close” to returning. When that will happen wasn’t made clear, so there should still be opportunities to stream some of the team’s low-rostered players. Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt are worth a look for Friday, while Dorian Finney-Smith has been more valuable when healthy (he is out on Friday).
Source: Mike Trudell
LAL • Forward • #23
9 months ago
Lakers coach JJ Redick provided good news on James, Rui Hachimura (knee) and Jaxson Hayes (knee) before Friday’s game against the Nuggets, saying that all three are “very close” to returning. When that will happen wasn’t made clear, so there should still be opportunities to stream some of the team’s low-rostered players. Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt are worth a look for Friday, while Dorian Finney-Smith has been more valuable when healthy (he is out on Friday).
Source: Mike Trudell
LAL • Center • #55
9 months ago
Jemison will not be available for Friday’s game due to an illness, leaving the Lakers light on options at the center position. Alex Len and Christian Koloko will take on the unenviable task of defending Nikola Jokic. Neither player is worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Finney-Smith and Vincent were initially doubtful for Friday’s game, so the status downgrades are unsurprising. Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt will take on more prominent positions within the Lakers’ rotation, likely as starters. Luka Doncic and LeBron James are also out for Friday’s game.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
BOS • Center-Forward • #40
9 months ago
The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis for Friday’s game. Joe Mazzulla has decided to use a bigger lineup, starting Kornet and Horford and shifting Tatum to small forward. Kornet and Horford are more valuable as starters, but both are limited to providing deep-league value.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center-Forward • #42
9 months ago
Horford continues to start with Kristaps Porzingis (illness) still sidelined. The Celtics are set to play a back-to-back so don’t expect the 38-year-old power forward to start again Saturday against the Nets. Horford figures to sit out then with Luke Kornet starting unless Porzingis, who was at shootaround Friday, can return.
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Friday’s game is the first of two in as many days for the Celtics, who face the Nets on Saturday. Porzingis will miss an eighth straight game as he recovers from a viral illness, meaning Al Horford will get another start as the starter. As for Brown, his absence means more opportunities for Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard. The latter offers a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: Ira Winderman
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum missed Monday’s game against Utah, but returned Wednesday against the Thunder. He and White are in the lineup Friday despite being listed as questionable with a knee issue. The Celtics will be without Kristaps Porzingis (illness) and Jaylen Brown (knee).
LAL • Center • #55
9 months ago
Jemison did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Bucks, resulting in Christian Koloko playing 15 minutes off the bench. Rotation minutes would again be available to Koloko if Jemison doesn’t play, but he should not be rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward • #17
9 months ago
Finney-Smith and Vincent, who started Thursday’s loss to the Bucks, are trending toward not playing for injury management reasons. With LeBron James and Luka Doncic also out, the Lakers will be limited on the wings. Austin Reaves will shoulder a significant offensive workload, while Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt may move into the starting lineup. Knecht will be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward • #28
9 months ago
Friday’s game will be the eighth straight missed by Hachimura, who is dealing with left patellar tendinopathy. As for Hayes, he has missed the last four (counting Friday) with a right knee contusion. With Dorian Finney-Smith considered doubtful for Friday’s game, the Lakers must rely more on Jarred Vanderbilt at the power forward position. He doesn’t bring much to the table offensively, but the Lakers’ lack of depth makes Vanderbilt a player worth considering in deep leagues.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Friday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Lakers. With Doncic shouldering a heavy workload in Milwaukee on Thursday as LeBron James (groin) remains sidelined, he will not play against the Nuggets. Dalton Knecht will likely move into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling considerably.
Source: Jovan Buha
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Porzingis, who has missed Boston’s last seven games with a viral illness, remains questionable for Friday’s game against the Heat. He was also present for shootaround ahead of Wednesday’s loss to the Thunder but did not play. Even if Porzingis is allowed to play against the Heat, fantasy managers should not be surprised if his playing time is restricted due to the time missed. Al Horford has been his replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Noa Dalzell
LAL • Guard • #15
9 months ago
After returning from a calf strain that sidelined him for two games, Reaves’ first few outings weren’t up to his standards as a scorer. He shot below 25 percent from the floor in two of his first three games back, and he shot below 45 percent in all three. He won’t continue to be quite as hot as he was on Thursday, but it was encouraging to see him have an uber-efficient night, since he is more than capable of that type of production. Assuming the Lakers don’t opt to rest him in his first back-to-back since the calf injury, Reaves will look to keep it going in Denver on Friday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
After shooting 8-of-25 from the field during Monday’s loss to Brooklyn, Doncic had a much better night shooting the ball. His seven three-pointers were a new season-high, and his 45 points tied his season-high, which he set back in one of his final games as a Maverick this December. Unfortunately, he didn’t enjoy the same efficiency as a playmaker. He had 12 assists on Monday, but he only had three in this one and had twice as many turnovers as he did dimes. Doncic has at least five turnovers in seven straight games. After the game, Doncic was asked if he’d play the second night of the Lakers’ back-to-back in Denver, and he said “we’ll see.” Managers should keep an eye on the injury report ahead of that game, as Dalton Knecht could return to the starting unit.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Forward • #17
9 months ago
DFS is back after missing Monday’s game against Brooklyn. With Rui Hachimura still out, the rest of the lineup will remain the same. Dalton Knecht will be the odd man out that will return to the bench, but he should still play a significant role.
Source: NBA.com Lineups
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Doncic was initially listed as questionable, but he will suit up against Milwaukee. The Lakers have lost two consecutive games, and they’ll need Luka at his best to end their slide. Doncic had an inefficient triple-double in their loss to Brooklyn on Monday, and he’ll look to be more effective in this one. Jordan Goodwin may have started if Doncic was out, but he will still have a large reserve role.
Source: Jovan Buha
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Both of Boston’s superstar wings are questionable to play against Miami, and it is important to note that this is the first game of a back-to-back, with the second leg against Brooklyn. It is unlikely that both Tatum and Brown play in both games, though sitting out against the tanking Nets feels more likely. Joe Mazzulla could opt to stagger their availability or play both against Miami. It’s unclear at this point, but Sam Hauser would likely move into the starting unit if one or both miss a game. Jordan Walsh and Baylor Scheierman would also be in line for more minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #9
9 months ago
White hasn’t missed a game since January, but he could start falling victim to “rest days” that are listed with actual injuries. It is unlikely that White plays both legs of this back-to-back, but Saturday’s game against the Nets seems like the more likely team for Boston to have him nurse this knee ailment. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are also questionable, so there should be plenty of extra minutes for Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Porzingis was at shootaround ahead of Wednesday’s game but wasn’t able to play through the illness, which was his seventh-straight absence. Al Horford would likely get another start if Porzingis remains out. Friday’s game is the first night of a back-to-back for Boston, and Joe Mazzulla could stagger the availability of his centers. The only chance Luke Kornet will have at moving into the starting unit is if both Porzingis and Horford are ruled out for a game. With Horford probable on Friday, Saturday’s game against the Nets will be a better opportunity for Kornet.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #8
9 months ago
Porzingis was at shootaround ahead of Wednesday’s game but wasn’t able to play through the illness, which was his seventh-straight absence. Al Horford would likely get another start if Porzingis remains out. Friday’s game is the first night of a back-to-back for Boston, and Joe Mazzulla could stagger the availability of his centers. The only chance Luke Kornet will have at moving into the starting unit is if both Porzingis and Horford are ruled out for a game. With Horford probable on Friday, Saturday’s game against the Nets will be a better opportunity for Kornet.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center-Forward • #42
9 months ago
Horford should be able to suit up once again after recording a double-double on Wednesday. Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is questionable, and his status will be a big factor in whether or not Horford starts. This will be the first night of a back-to-back for Boston, so Horford will likely sit out against Brooklyn on Saturday. That would allow Luke Kornet to start, unless Boston staggers the availability of Horford and Porzingis.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center-Forward • #42
9 months ago
Horford will be back after missing Monday’s game against Utah. His return should push Luke Kornet back to the bench after he logged 30 minutes as a starter against the Jazz. However, with Kristaps Porzingis (illness) questionable, Kornet could still play a decent-sized role.
Source: Brandon Rahbar
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
No LeBron James (groin) meant even more defensive attention was devoted to Doncic on Monday, and his shot suffered. The Lakers guard shot 32 percent from the field, but he did record his second triple-double since the trade. James will miss at least two weeks, so Doncic’s already-high usage will likely increase. And Austin Reaves (17/8/10/0/1 with one three-pointer) should offer more assistance moving forward, as he shot just 3-of-14 from the field on Monday. The Lakers are off until Thursday, when they face the Bucks in Milwaukee.
LAL • Center • #25
9 months ago
Due to the Lakers being down multiple rotation players, Len received the starting nod in Brooklyn. Unfortunately, it went the way many fantasy managers likely anticipated it going. Len provided minimal value during his time on the court, which was limited to 13 minutes due to his struggles. Jarred Vanderbilt (7/6/2/1 with one three-pointer) played 27 minutes off the bench and may be in for an expanded role for the remainder of the Lakers’ road trip. And if Jaxson Hayes can return from his injury soon, there will be even fewer opportunities for Len. Leave him on the waiver wire.
LAL • Forward • #4
9 months ago
The Lakers were without three starters on Monday (LeBron James, Dorian Finney-Smith and Jaxson Hayes), with Knecht being one of the replacements. The rookie had a productive night scoring-wise, with the 19 points being the most he’s tallied in a game since March 2. The Lakers aren’t active again until Thursday in Milwaukee, the first of three games the team will play to conclude Week 19. Due to the injuries, Knecht, rostered in 15 percent of Yahoo! leagues, will be worth a look in deeper formats.
LAL • Guard • #7
9 months ago
On Tuesday, Vincent was inserted into the starting lineup, as LeBron James was unavailable with a strained groin. He performed well in Brooklyn, making his first five shots and finishing with a season-high 24 points. While fantasy managers should not expect Vincent to consistently have nights like Tuesday, James’ absence will free up opportunities for Gabe to produce offensively. He’s only rostered in one percent of Yahoo! leagues, but the Lakers won’t play again until Thursday in Milwaukee.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Doncic has been cleared to play after initially being listed as questionable and eventually being upgraded to probable. Vincent, Knecht and Len will join the starting lineup with LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Jaxson Hayes and Dorian Finney-Smith all sidelined. This will be Len’s first start as a Laker.
Source: Mike Trudell