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BOS • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Pritchard did not play in Saturday’s win over the Hawks, with Baylor Scheierman starting in his place and playing 32 minutes. Scheierman could retain that role if Pritchard sits out Monday’s game, but he has not been productive enough to merit being streamed.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game will be the seventh that Minott has missed with a sprained ankle, and he does not have a return timeline. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he has not been guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #99
about 1 month ago
Even if he’s cleared to play, Boucher is unlikely to be part of the Celtics’ rotation on Monday. There’s no need to have him on fantasy rosters.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
Having totaled 16 points on 5-of-14 shooting in his previous two appearances, Johnson needed a good Saturday night. He answered the call, providing needed production off the bench to help the Spurs avoid losing a game they led by as much as 25. Over the past two weeks, Johnson has offered 11th-round value in eight-cat formats, and that’s with lackluster assist and steals production. While he has a limited fantasy ceiling, Johnson’s floor is solid.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
With backcourt partner Stephon Castle (8/6/9/3 with two three-pointers) playing through an illness, Fox took his game up a notch on Saturday. In recording his fourth double-double of the season, the Spurs’ guard matched his season-high with 12 assists. Shooting 43.7 percent from the field, Fox has been an 11th-round player over the past two weeks in eight-cat formats.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
With Rudy Gobert unavailable and Naz Reid leaving after five minutes, Saturday’s game appeared to be one in which Wembanyama would have little trouble putting up a gaudy stat line. That’s what happened, and the Spurs needed each of Wemby’s 39 points to hold off Anthony Edwards. Over the past two weeks, Wembanyama has been a top-10 player in nine-cat formats. The Spurs play four games in Week 14, starting with the Jazz on Monday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Brown was on pace to threaten the lofty 50-point threshold for the second time in the past month, but ended up sitting out the final quarter with the Celtics leading by more than 40 points. He set the tone early on in this one, erupting for a staggering 29 first-half points on 10-of-19 from the floor, while also getting to the free throw line nine times, as the Celtics built a commanding 82-51 advantage. The 29-year-old MVP candidate has eclipsed the 25-point plateau in six of his last seven games since January 1. It’s abundantly clear that he’s capable of carrying a contending team as their primary scoring option. The Celtics have a busy four-game week on tap with showdowns against the Pistons, Pacers, Nets and Bulls.
BOS • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Hauser took advantage of some additional shot opportunities with Peyton Pritchard (ankle) sitting this one out. The 28-year-old sharpshooter knocked down a surreal seven three-pointers in the opening half, finishing with 21 points, to help the Celtics race out to a 31-point lead at the break. He finished with double-digit three-pointers for the first time in his career, falling just three points shy of matching his previous career-high mark of 33 points. It was an unbelievable shooting performance and illustrative of the type of impact Hauser can have when he’s in a groove.
BOS • Guard • #55
about 2 months ago
The Celtics won’t have Payton Pritchard for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Scheierman receives the nod, which raises his fantasy ceiling slightly. However, Anfernee Simons may benefit the most despite coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, taking on the assignment of defending Anthony Edwards in the Timberwolves’ star’s first game back from a foot injury.
Source: Paul Garcia
BOS • Forward • #99
about 2 months ago
Boucher has not appeared in a game since November 23. His absence will not affect fantasy basketball or the Celtics’ rotation.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Pritchard was initially listed as doubtful and has now officially been downgraded to out for the first time this season. Anfernee Simons should slide into the starting lineup and get an opportunity to build on his 39-point performance against the Heat on Thursday.
Source: Boston Celtics
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle hasn’t missed a game in over a month but could end up unavailable against Minnesota. Dylan Harper would be a strong candidate to fill in for Castle in the starting unit and would receive a nice bump in playing time and production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
This will be a sixth straight absence for Minott with no end in sight. Sam Hauser and Jordan Walsh may take on a few extra minutes with Minott out, but he had practically fallen out of the rotation prior to this string of absences.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Pritchard is expected to miss a game for the first time this season. Anfernee Simons, who scored 39 points against Miami on Thursday, should enter the starting lineup and could be in for another big night in a larger role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Fox was one of several Spurs players who found production in limited minutes on Thursday. The veteran guard logged just 23 minutes of action, thanks to a comfortable Spurs lead, but still nearly finished with 20 points. Fox’s trio of three-pointers was important as far as fantasy basketball is concerned, though he didn’t have much of an impact elsewhere. Regardless, he performed well in his minutes and should be a bit more rested for Saturday’s game against the Timberwolves.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle needed just 26 minutes of game action on Thursday to secure his first double-double in nearly one month. The second-year guard scored efficiently from the floor, and while he reached double figures in assists, the zero turnovers he committed were perhaps even more impressive. The balanced performance was the second consecutive for Castle, who had struggled to produce previously for a short period. Now that he appears to be out of a slump, fantasy managers should expect him to remain productive against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
The Spurs dominated the Bucks on the scoreboard on Thursday, limiting Wembanyama to just 22 minutes of game action. Yet, the versatile third-year center didn’t need much time to log a nice stat line. The former first-overall pick had a big night from beyond the arc, making all but one of his six attempts en route to concluding as the only Spurs player with 20 or more points. He also pulled down double-digit rebounds to secure yet another double-double on the season. Wembanyama continues to put up great numbers and remains one of the most productive fantasy basketball options.
BOS • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Simons went full supernova in this one, spearheading Boston’s late-game rally as they erased a double-digit deficit to take the lead with just over five minutes left in regulation, scoring 18 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter alone. The 26-year-old scoring machine slashed to the rim with greater frequency than usual and knocked down 7-of-16 attempts from three-point range. He’s shown flashes of gargantuan scoring upside, but the simply volume hasn’t been there on a consistent enough basis in a limited role off the bench to make a significant fantasy impact. A performance like this shows exactly why he’s the perfect complementary option for Jaylen Brown as a secondary creator capable of carrying the offense for extended stretches.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Brown wasn’t exactly efficient in his return following a one-game absence due to lower back spasms but he came through with a couple key baskets late, pouring in 20 of his 27 points in the second half as the upstart Celtics pulled off an impressive comeback to erase a nearly 20-point deficit. He drained a clutch three-pointer with just over four minutes left in regulation and added a couple additional buckets down the home stretch. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone has been phenomenal this season, averaging 29.4 points through 37 games, emerging as a legitimate MVP candidate.
BOS • Center • #88
about 2 months ago
Queta continues to be a revelation for the Celtics this season as he’s proven to be an effective rim protector and pick-and-roll threat for Boston’s revamped offense. The 26-year-old big man is averaging 10.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.2 blocks through 38 games, delivering eighth-round fantasy value during that span.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
Brown is back after lower back spasms sidelined him for Monday’s loss to the Pacers. As a result, Baylor Scheierman heads to the bench, and the second-year guard could fall out of the rotation entirely. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Vassell will miss a ninth consecutive game due to a strained left adductor. Julian Champagnie will remain in the starting lineup until Vassell is healthy enough to return.
Source: Paul Garcia
BOS • Forward • #8
about 2 months 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 2 months 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
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle had just 11 points and shot 2-of-11 from the field in Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves. He also wasn’t that great the game before with nine points on 3-of-16 shooting against the Celtics. Castle bounced back with as many points as he had had in the previous two games (20) against the Thunder on Tuesday. He was also just three rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double. Castle will look to build on this performance Thursday against the Bucks.
BOS • Guard • #11
about 2 months 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.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Tuesday’s showdown will be the eighth consecutive game Vassell has missed with a strained left adductor. Julian Champagnie has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues until Vassell returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
about 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Castle had a rough night in Minneapolis. Not only could he not get shots to fall, but the second-year guard was also responsible for seven turnovers. While the rebound and assist numbers were solid, Castle’s inefficiency essentially nullified them. He’ll look to bounce back on Tuesday when the Spurs open a three-game week in Oklahoma City.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Due to injuries, Champagnie has started seven straight and eight of San Antonio’s last nine games. That stretch includes three double-doubles, with the Spurs’ forward offering top-100 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Rostered in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Champagnie is worth a look in deep leagues as long as Devin Vassell remains out.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama was back in the starting lineup on Sunday, but the minutes (27) were still somewhat limited. Wembanyama landed on Rudy Gobert’s foot after attempting a three-pointer during the third quarter, tweaking his left ankle. That didn’t affect his availability for the rest of the game as he remained on the floor, but it could land Wemby on the injury report ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Thunder. Luke Kornet (six points, 12 rebounds, one steal and one block) played 23 minutes off the bench.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Having come off the bench in his first few games back from a knee injury, Wembanyama is in the starting lineup for Sunday’s game. Luke Kornet heads to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. That’s the lone change to the lineup that began Saturday’s win over the Celtics.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama will be available for both games of the Spurs’ weekend back-to-back. While his playing time may be limited, resulting in Luke Kornet getting another start, the 7-foot-4 center doesn’t need much time to offer elite fantasy value.
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
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama is listed as questionable with a bone bruise on his left knee. If he’s ruled out, Luke Kornet could move into the starting lineup as his replacement.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama took over as San Antonio’s primary catalyst in the second half, scoring a game-high 16 points on 6-of-12 shooting. The 22-year-old generational talent remains limited from a minutes standpoint as he works his way back from a knee issue, but he’s still delivered some monster fantasy performances off the bench. He’s averaged 22.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.7 blocks in just 24.5 minutes over his last three games since returning from a brief two-game absence. The Spurs close out the week with a road tilt against the Timberwolves before opening up a three-game week against the Thunder and Bucks before a rematch against Minnesota.
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.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Fox eclipsed the 20-point plateau for the first time in three games, falling one rebound shy of his fourth double-double performance of the year. The 28-year-old facilitator hasn’t lived up to expectations from a scoring standpoint in his first full season with San Antonio, but he’s still provided fifth-round fantasy value, averaging 21.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.3 blocks through 29 games.
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
SAS • Small Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Added to the injury report Friday evening, Champagnie is good to go for Saturday night. He has been Devin Vassell’s replacement in the starting lineup and can provide deep-league streaming value, especially for managers needing three-pointers.
Source: Tom Orsborn
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
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.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Champagnie, who has starting for the injured Devin Vassell, is dealing with mid-back soreness. If he’s unable to play on Saturday, the Spurs could potentially turn to Dylan Harper to fill the void. Champagnie’s availability may also affect Carter Bryant, who is considered questionable due to a G League assignment.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Still under a minutes restriction, Wembanyama played 26 minutes off the bench on Wednesday. However, as was proven most recently in Tuesday’s loss to the Grizzlies, he doesn’t need to be on the court long to impact fantasy basketball. Wemby’s final stat line only lacked a three-pointer, and the four blocks were one more than the phenom’s total in prior three appearances. The Spurs hit the road for their next three games, including a back-to-back on Saturday/Sunday against the Celtics and Timberwolves.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
In addition to filling up his stat line, Castle kept the turnovers in check, recording just two in the win over the Lakers. Also crucial to fantasy managers were the second-year guard’s percentages, as he made 60 percent of his field-goal attempts and did not miss a free throw. Castle missed both of his three-point attempts, but that area may come along slowly due to the responsibilities on his plate. In addition to initiating offense, he’s being asked to take on San Antonio’s most challenging perimeter matchup on defense. That’s a lot to ask of a young player, but that hasn’t prohibited Castle from establishing himself as a key player in the Spurs’ rotation.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
While his category league value is limited due to lackluster defensive production, Johnson is capable of coming through with the occasional big scoring night. The 27 points he scored against the Lakers were the most in a game for the Spurs forward since December 27, when he hit that number in a loss to the Jazz. Even with Johnson averaging 15.5 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, he has only offered 12th-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Despite being listed as questionable earlier in the day, Wembanyama will play on the second night of a back-to-back against Los Angeles. The superstar center scored 30 points off the bench on Tuesday in a one-point loss to the Grizzlies, and will have a chance to log a third straight 30-point game on Wednesday against a Lakers team that’s won three straight games.
Source: Tom Petrini
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wemby is dealing with a left knee bone bruise and is in danger of sitting out against Los Angeles. If he’s sidelined, Luke Kornet could see a bump in playing time and remain the Spurs’ starting center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wembanyama was a force inside the paint and also knocked down 3-of-6 from three-point range in his return to San Antonio’s lineup following a brief two-game absence due to left knee soreness. The 22-year-old generational talent came off the bench in this one and fantasy managers should anticipate the Spurs putting a governor on his workload as he continues to deal with lingering physical issues. The limited opportunities haven’t prevented him from making a significant fantasy impact of late as he’s averaging an absurd 27.6 points, 10.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.8 blocks in five games over the past two weeks.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Champagnie came out of the gate on fire, knocking down four three-pointers to finish the opening stanza with a game-high 15 points. He was relatively quiet over the final three quarters but still managed to break the 20-point barrier for the third time in his last four games. The 24-year-old guard is worthy of a speculative roster spot in all fantasy formats based on his recent production but there’s some regression looming based on his track record since he’s in the midst of an insanely hot run from a shooting standpoint.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
After a two-game absence, Wembanyama has been given the all-clear to play. However, he will be under a minutes restriction and come off the bench. Luke Kornet remains the starting center, but his playing time will decrease somewhat with Wembanyama back in the fold.
Source: Michael C. Wright
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Wemby has a chance to return to the court following a two-game absence, which could mean reduced roles for Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk. Kornet is worth holding even after Wemby returns, as the Spurs will surely be cautious with their franchise superstar’s minutes.
Source: Jeff McDonald