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PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
After providing limited value in his first two starts for the injured Royce O’Neale (knee), Goodwin was more impactful on Sunday. The 14 points were the most he’s scored in a game since February 21, which was the last game he played before being sidelined by a strained calf. Add in the rebounds, steals and three-pointers, and Sunday was a good finish to Week 21 for Goodwin and those streaming him. With the Suns playing two games in Week 22, it’s safe to move on, even if O’Neale has to miss more time.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Gillespie has made at least three three-pointers in four consecutive games, making 17 of his 37 attempts. All that his final stat line on Sunday lacked was a blocked shot, but very few, if any, fantasy managers look to Gillespie for production in that category. Over the past three weeks, Gillespie has been a seventh-round player in eight-cat formats. However, with the Suns limited to two games in Week 22, holding onto Gillespie may not be something some managers are willing to do, despite his productivity.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
After a disappointing performance in Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, Booker rebounded nicely against the Raptors. In addition to the points and excellent percentages, the Suns’ guard dished out six assists. Since failing to record an assist in Phoenix’s March 13 loss in Toronto, Booker had recorded five or more in four of his last five appearances. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, the Suns play just two games in Week 22, which may limit Booker’s impact.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green has now scored at least 20 points in eight of his last ten games. While field-goal percentage can be an issue for the Suns’ guard, he made more than half of his attempts in Sunday’s rout of the Raptors. Add in the assists, and this was a nice ending to Week 21 for Green. The Suns play two games in Week 22, starting with the Nuggets on Tuesday, so the upcoming schedule isn’t great.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
White once again provided value in categories outside of field-goal percentage, as he finished with six rebounds and three steals. His shooting has improved recently, with the Celtics guard making 43.7 percent of his field-goal attempts over the past two weeks. Even on nights when his shots aren’t falling, White provides excellent value, especially in category leagues, more often than not. The Celtics play three games in Week 22, starting with the Thunder on Wednesday.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Like Jaylen Brown, Tatum did not have a great night shooting the basketball, finishing 2-of-7 from beyond the arc. The good news for category league managers was that he was effective as a rebounder, and the two steals will also help. The Celtics are off until Wednesday; maybe the extra time off will help Tatum, as he’s shooting just 37.5 percent from the field over the last week.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
The good news for fantasy managers is that Brown put up a high point total. However, he was made to work for everything by the Timberwolves, and category league managers in tight battles may be in trouble based on the field-goal percentage. Over the past two weeks, Brown has shot 44.4 percent from the field, more than three percentage points lower than his mark for the season of 47.7 percent. The Celtics play three games in Week 22, starting with the Timberwolves on Wednesday.
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, O’Neale will miss a third straight with a sore left knee. Jordan Goodwin was the replacement in the lineup for the last two, but the production has been inconsistent. He’s only worth streaming for managers in dire need of an active player for the final game of Week 21.
Source: Phoenix Suns
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown was initially probable for Sunday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. The Celtics will go with their usual starting five, with Baylor Scheierman missing out on a spot start.
Source: Boston Celtics
PHX • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Coffey will miss a second straight game after spraining his left ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, the second straight game that he’s missed. Jordan Goodwin moved into the starting lineup and was more productive against Milwaukee than he was in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. He’ll remain in the lineup if O’Neale can’t play against Toronto.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen’s continued absence is more impactful in fantasy basketball, as it has led to more playing time for starting guard Collin Gillespie. Look for Gillespie to surpass 30 minutes by a comfortable distance once again. Highsmith’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, even if Royce O’Neale (knee) remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
After enduring a three-game stretch in which he scored a total of seven points, Gillespie has reached double figures in three straight. The uptick in production has coincided with Grayson Allen being out with a knee injury, as Gillespie’s playing time has increased. He logged 33 minutes on Saturday and has played at least that many in the three games that Allen has missed.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
The good news for fantasy managers was that the left ankle injury suffered at the end of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs did not keep Booker out of the lineup for Saturday night. However, he had a rough night, shooting 2-of-12 from inside the arc against the Bucks. Category league managers will be fine with the assists and steals, but more is expected of Booker on the offensive end of the floor. And things won’t get any easier, as the Suns host the Raptors on Sunday.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
After totaling 26 points on 10-of-37 shooting in his prior two appearances, Green was much more efficient on Saturday. The Suns’ guard made more than half of his shot attempts from the field, which included a 3-of-6 night from beyond the arc. Green struggled at the foul line, but what he does from the field is of far greater concern for fantasy managers. He’ll look to finish Week 21 on a high note when the Suns host the Raptors on Sunday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown is dealing with a left quad contusion, but the good news for the Celtics and for fantasy managers is that he’s probable for Sunday’s game. If he’s unable to go, Baylor Scheierman is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Jack Simone
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be the third that Allen has missed, while O’Neale will miss a second consecutive contest. Jordan Goodwin replaced O’Neale in the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Spurs and played 35 minutes. Allen’s absence means that Collin Gillespie’s playing time will remain high.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #52
about 1 month ago
While he was not in the starting lineup for Friday’s game, that did not stop Garza from having one of his most productive nights of the season. He played 27 minutes to starting center Neemias Queta’s 18 against the Grizzlies, shooting 75 percent from the field. All that Garza’s final line lacked was a blocked shot. He still isn’t in a place where he needs to be rostered in fantasy leagues, but Garza may be worth a look on nights when the Celtics are playing lottery-bound teams.
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was on his way to a double-double by halftime, having recorded 10 points and seven rebounds in 11 minutes of action. The Celtics center would get his double-double in the second half, needing just 18 minutes to do so. Rostered in 41 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Queta has been a top-100 player for most of the season, far exceeding the expectations of many fantasy managers.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
On a night when Jayson Tatum (13 points, nine rebounds and two three-pointers) shot 3-of-15 from the field, Brown picked up the slack in Memphis. The Celtics’ wing has scored at least 30 points in three straight and four of his last five games. Since the All-Star break, Brown has provided first-round value in eight-cat formats. The Celtics return home for their final game of Week 21, Sunday against the Timberwolves.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Highsmith will miss a second straight game for knee injury management, while Coffey sprained his left ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. Their absences will not affect fantasy basketball, even with Dillon Brooks still out with a fractured hand.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen has missed Phoenix’s last two games with a knee injury, resulting in more playing time for starting guard Collin Gillespie. Gillespie’s 12-team league value increases when he’s guaranteed to surpass 30 minutes, which may not be the case if Allen plays on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, and he appears likely to miss another game on Saturday. Jordan Goodwin moved into the starting lineup on Thursday but struggled, shooting 2-of-9 from the field and scoring five points. He did record eight rebounds and three steals, so all wasn’t lost for those who streamed Goodwin.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Booker appeared to roll his left ankle at the end of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs. However, he said after the game that he was fine, and Booker’s absence from the injury report supports that. Look for him to take on his usual role within the Suns’ rotation on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Booker and Jalen Green (17/8/4/1 with one three-pointer) struggled in Thursday’s defeat, shooting a combined 15-of-41 from the field. However, of greater concern may be Booker appearing to tweak his ankle while attempting a last-second heave from half-court that would have won the game. Afterwards, Booker said that his ankle was fine, but that’s something to watch ahead of Saturday’s game against the Bucks.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Point Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
After a three-game stretch in which he totaled seven points, Gillespie has scored 34 points over his last two appearances. Thursday’s effort was his most productive since the All-Star break, with the Suns guard recording his second 20-point game since February 19. Gillespie’s playing time increased in the last two games due to Grayson Allen (knee) being out, raising his short-term fantasy ceiling.
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Goodwin moved into the starting lineup on Thursday, filling the void left by Royce O’Neale (knee). Unfortunately, while he did provide solid value in rebounds and steals, the scoring was absent. Goodwin isn’t much of a scorer, so that isn’t much of a surprise. The few who streamed him will be pleased with the rebounds and steals while understanding that he offers limited long-term value when the Suns are whole.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Coffey sprained his left ankle during the first half of Thursday’s game and was helped back to the locker room. He has since been ruled out for the rest of the night. Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming may absorb the minutes that would have gone to Coffey.
Source: Amanda Pflugrad
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
With Royce O’Neale (knee) sidelined for this game, Goodwin will get the starting nod. This will be his first start since before the All-Star break, but he should provide some extra defensive production in an increased role.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Small Forward and Power Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Highsmith not playing does not affect fantasy basketball, but it should mean a few more minutes for fellow reserve Amir Coffey. There’s no need to consider streaming Coffey.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen will miss a second consecutive game with a knee injury, which should mean more playing time for starter Collin Gillespie. In Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves, Gillespie logged 37 minutes.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Small Forward and Power Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Highsmith is in danger of sitting out against San Antonio due to right knee injury management. The Suns aren’t playing a back-to-back set, so the severity of his knee injury is unclear. Amir Coffey could take on an increased role if Highsmith is sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale, who started and played 29 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves, will not play against the Spurs. His absence frees up a spot in the starting lineup, with Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming being potential replacements. Both should see their minutes increase out of necessity.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
After ending his Week 20 with a four-point effort on 2-of-11 shooting in a March 14 win over the Wizards, Pritchard has recorded consecutive 19-point stat lines. He’s made eight of 16 three-point attempts in Boston’s first two games of Week 21 while also recording 13 assists. Had Pritchard not begun the season as a starter, he would be a candidate for Sixth Man of the Year, which he won last season. With Jayson Tatum back in the fold, the Celtics have the look of a team capable of playing deep into the spring.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Tatum is getting more comfortable by the game, with Wednesday’s effort being his fifth straight with at least 20 points. The Celtics’ forward also recorded his third double-double since returning to the lineup, the second with at least 20 points scored. Boston has two more games in Week 21 without a back-to-back, which should bode well for Tatum’s availability.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown and the Celtics grabbed control of Wednesday’s game early and never looked back, going on to win by a 120-99 final score. He recorded his 31st 30-point game of the season and did so while recording excellent percentages from the field and the foul line. The lone issue, at least for managers in nine-cat leagues, was the five turnovers. The Celtics play two more games in Week 21, starting with the Grizzlies on Friday.
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale is dealing with a sore left knee after starting Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves and playing 29 minutes. If he’s unable to play, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are two players whose minutes may increase, especially if Grayson Allen (knee) is also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
O’Neale is dealing with a sore left knee after starting Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves and playing 29 minutes. If he’s unable to play, Ryan Dunn and Rasheer Fleming are two players whose minutes may increase, especially if Grayson Allen (knee) is also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Allen did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves, with his absence freeing up rotation minutes for starter Collin Gillespie, who logged 37 minutes after playing 23 the previous night in Boston. Look for Gillespie to once again take on a heavier workload if Allen remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Power Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Ighodaro has been the starting center for the past two weeks with Mark Williams (foot) sidelined, but he hasn’t been able to shine in an increased role. However, that changed in this game with his second-highest scoring performance of the season and his fourth double-double of the year. Phoenix still plays three more games this week, which makes Ighodaro worth keeping around. Hopefully he’ll provide more performances like this one.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Booker has been on fire recently. Over his last eight games, he has scored at least 30 points six times and at least 440 points twice. He has averaged 33 points during this stretch, though Phoenix has gone 4-4, including three straight losses. They’ll wrap up this road trip in San Antonio on Thursday before heading home for four straight games. Booker should continue to pour in the points as the focal point of the offense.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Strong three-point shooting was the highlight of White’s productive offensive performance. He sank a handful, which accounted for all but six of his total points on a night in which he finished as one of three Celtics with at least 20 points. The versatile combo guard also contributed well as a facilitator along the way to help Boston earn a second consecutive win. White’s production hasn’t altered much since Jayson Tatum’s return to the lineup, which should put fantasy managers at ease during the fantasy playoffs.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Tatum reached the 20-point mark for the fourth consecutive game on Monday as he tied a season-high in minutes played. In the win, he also finished with his highest shooting percentage since making his season debut earlier in March. The subtle improvements could be seen as encouraging for those fantasy managers who have him rostered. While Tatum understandably isn’t yet performing at his former All-NBA level this early in his return from the Achilles injury, he should be a productive option in fantasy playoffs.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Brown went for more than 30 points for the second time in the past three games, using an 18-point fourth-quarter explosion to help lead Boston to victory. The one-time Finals MVP shot the ball efficiently throughout the night and got lots of scoring production from the free-throw line along the way. Brown also tied for team highs in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocked shots on the evening to land one of his better all-around performances of March. He’ll look to stay hot on Wednesday against the Warriors.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
While he missed all three of his two-point attempts, White was a respectable 3-of-8 from beyond the arc. The Celtics’ guard’s percentages from two and from three have taken significant dips in comparison to his 2024-25 numbers, but he remains a highly valuable option in category leagues. Saturday’s stat line showed why, as White recorded a full line in his 35 minutes on the floor. The Celtics play four games in Week 21, starting with the Suns on Monday.
BOS • Center • #88
about 1 month ago
Queta was on a roll during the first half of Saturday’s game, ripping off 22 points and six rebounds. While he didn’t do a whole lot after halftime, fantasy managers will be fine with the final numbers. The 24 points were the most in a game for Queta since March 1, when he dropped 27 on the 76ers. With no Nikola Vučević in the fold, the Celtics need to rely on Queta a bit more, which raises his fantasy ceiling if he can be consistently productive.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Tatum surpassed 30 minutes for the first time in his four appearances this season. Even better for fantasy managers, he recorded a new season-high in rebounds and matched his high in assists. The Celtics’ four-game Week 21 does not include a back-to-back, but that doesn’t rule out the possibility of an injury management night for Tatum at some point. That said, three games of Tatum still means excellent value for fantasy managers.
BOS • Center-Forward • #28
about 2 months ago
Bassey, who was signed to a 10-day contract by the 76ers in late January, is back in the NBA. He can give the Celtics a little more insurance in the post while the team awaits Nikola Vučević’s return from a fractured finger. However, there’s no need to consider adding Bassey in fantasy leagues.
Source: Michael Scotto
BOS • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
White and Scheierman are available after initially being listed as probable for Sunday’s game. The former will resume his starting point guard duties, pushing Payton Pritchard to the bench. Scheierman, who logged 34 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, will come off the bench since Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is available.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
While White was held out of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Scheierman started for Jayson Tatum and played 34 minutes. If White returns, that would push Payton Pritchard to the bench. Scheierman will also be with the reserves, as Tatum is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Tatum did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, as he was held out for injury management reasons. His return will push Baylor Scheierman back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
about 2 months ago
Scheierman played his role well on Thursday as a three-point specialist. In the start, he drained at least three three-pointers for the eighth time during his sophomore campaign and tallied his fourth double-digit scoring outing of March. He was also one of Boston’s better rebounders and facilitators in the loss. While he may not have a ton of value across fantasy leagues, he’s proven to be a consistent part of the Celtics’ nightly rotation.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Pritchard struggled with his shooting on Thursday, especially outside the arc. The subpar shooting efficiency led to a relatively unspectacular scoring performance in the loss, on a night when the Celtics desperately needed offensive production. Pritchard also didn’t provide much as a facilitator, and didn’t come away with any stocks. Fantasy managers will hope for a bounce-back performance on Saturday against the Wizards.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
In his first appearance after being ejected from Tuesday’s game against the Spurs, Brown logged perhaps his best stat line of March. In the loss, he hit the 30-point mark for the first time since February 22, which was also the last time before Thursday that he got up at least 25 shot attempts. Brown’s aggressiveness was needed while playing without Jayson Tatum against a very tough Thunder defense. He did commit six turnovers and shot somewhat inefficiently, but was otherwise productive.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
The Celtics are without Derrick White and Jayson Tatum for Thursday’s game, opening two spots in the starting lineup. Pritchard and Scheierman are the replacements. While the former is already rostered in most fantasy leagues, the latter is worth picking up in 12-team formats if he’s on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable, White is officially out for Thursday’s game. Baylor Scheierman is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, while Payton Pritchard’s playing time may increase, even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Keith Smith
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Pritchard misses Tuesday’s game against the Spurs but was listed as probable for this contest against the Thunder, so he always seemed likely to play. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) ruled out on Thursday, Pritchard should return to a sizable role as the first man off the bench.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
The Celtics continue to play the long game with their star, and rightfully so. While this is a big game against a good team, the playoffs are much bigger, and the Celtics want to be sure that Tatum is as healthy as possible when that time comes. Payton Pritchard (neck) will play on Thursday after missing Tuesday’s game against the Spurs, so he will step back into a bigger role.
BOS • Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
White, who dropped 34 points in Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, is dealing with a right knee contusion. If he’s unable to play, that may open the door for Baylor Scheierman to move back into the starting lineup. Scheierman could even start if White does play, as Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
While Thursday’s game is not part of a back-to-back, the Celtics aren’t going to put too much on Tatum’s shoulders as he continues his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon. He has logged 27 minutes in each of his three games and is likely to hover around that number for the foreseeable future.
Source: NBA Injury Report