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BKN • Guard • #1
9 months ago
Russell will be available after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Hawks. His return means Tyrese Martin, who logged 33 minutes against Atlanta, will return to the bench. When used in a reserve role, Martin has a low fantasy ceiling but will remain in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Forward-Center • #21
9 months ago
Williams is expected to be back in the lineup after missing Brooklyn’s last game, while Clowney has missed their last three. Williams should return to the starting lineup, which would likely push Tyrese Martin back to the bench. Clowney’s return will cut into the minutes of both Nic Claxton and Day’Ron Sharpe.
Source: Brian Lewis
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
9 months ago
Sunday’s win over the Suns was Hayes’ first since missing four with a knee injury, and he played 29 minutes. His availability for the Lakers’ second game in as many nights is a good sign regarding Hayes’ health. Look for Hayes to approach 30 minutes, and he can provide deep-league value with LeBron James (groin) still out.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Center • #55
9 months ago
Jemison’s continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, especially with Jaxson Hayes in the Lakers’ lineup. Christian Koloko will remain the backup center, but that isn’t enough to merit being rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
9 months ago
Both players played significant minutes in Sunday’s win over the Suns, but their ankle injuries aren’t expected to keep them from suiting up against San Antonio. Doncic will continue to dominate regardless of the rest of the team’s status, while DFS has been productive as a starter with LeBron James and Rui Hachimura sidelined. That should continue on Monday.
Source: Dave McMenamin
BKN • Guard • #45
9 months ago
Johnson didn’t have the best shooting night on Sunday but made big plays to help the Nets secure a victory. He’s now scored more than 20 points in two straight games. Fantasy managers should expect him to continue getting opportunities as a featured option moving forward. Tuesday’s matchup against the Celtics could be tough, though.
BKN • Forward • #2
9 months ago
Johnson was effective as a scorer and playmaker on Sunday. He got to the charity stripe plenty to help him eclipse 22 points in a second-straight contest. The Nets sharpshooter is looking to generate momentum in the back half of March after being underwhelming at the start of the month. He’ll look to continue building upon his recent success against the Celtics on Tuesday.
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.
BKN • Forward • #22
9 months ago
Wilson will fill in for the injured Ziaire Williams (Achilles) on Sunday. He scored 15 points off the bench against the Celtics in his last game and could carry that momentum into his spot start. He’s not yet worth consideration as a streamer in shallow leagues.
BKN • Forward • #8
9 months ago
Williams has been ruled out after getting off to a strong start in March. It’s unclear who’ll fill in for him as a starter, but Jalen Wilson will likely receive major consideration.
BKN • Forward • #8
9 months ago
Williams has played well as a starter and enters Sunday averaging 11.6 points and 4.6 rebounds in March, but this is a new injury designation for him. Jalen Wilson can take advantage of Williams’ absence if Williams is ruled out against Atlanta.
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
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
9 months ago
Watford hasn’t been playing one leg of back-to-backs, which is why he sat out against Boston. He will be back to playing a limited role off the bench on Sunday.
Source: Brian Lewis
BKN • Forward-Center • #21
9 months ago
With Clowney sidelined for a third-straight game, Day’Ron Sharpe will continue to fill out the backup center minutes. Nic Claxton will be back after sitting out on Saturday, so Sharpe’s production will be limited in a smaller role.
Source: Brian Lewis
BKN • Guard • #1
9 months ago
Russell will sit out the second leg of Brooklyn’s back-to-back after playing 27 minutes on Saturday. Tyrese Martin will most likely fill his spot in the starting lineup.
Source: Brian Lewis
BKN • Center • #33
9 months ago
Claxton got a rest night against Boston on Saturday, but he will be back to take on the Hawks. Day’Ron Sharpe started at center on Saturday but should return to playing a reserve role against Atlanta.
Source: Brian Lewis
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
BKN • Guard • #45
9 months ago
Saturday’s game was the first for Brooklyn since it was announced that Cam Thomas (hamstring) will not play again this season. As was the case when Thomas missed close to two months with another hamstring injury, Johnson was inserted into the starting lineup. And Saturday was an excellent night to have him rostered, as Keon shot the ball efficiently and finished one blocked shot away from a complete stat line. Even if the shots aren’t falling, Johnson does enough to provide solid value when allowed to start. He’s worth rostering moving forward, despite Week 20 being a three-game week for the Nets.
BKN • Center • #20
9 months ago
The Nets were without Nic Claxton and Noah Clowney for Saturday’s game, ensuring Sharpe a place in the starting lineup. While he didn’t shoot the ball as well as he’s capable of, the fourth-year center was productive in the rebound and assist categories. How active Claxton will be for the rest of the season is unknown, but Sharpe will have value if the Nets decide to limit their starting center or shut him down altogether. Brooklyn begins a three-game Week 20 in Boston on Tuesday.
BKN • Center • #20
9 months ago
The Nets were without Nic Claxton and Noah Clowney for Saturday’s game, ensuring Sharpe a place in the starting lineup. While he didn’t shoot the ball as well as he’s capable of, the fourth-year center was productive in the rebound and assist categories. How active Claxton will be for the rest of the season is unknown, but Sharpe will have value if the Nets decide to limit their starting center or shut him down altogether. Brooklyn begins a three-game Week 20 in Boston on Tuesday.
BKN • Forward • #2
9 months ago
Johnson has surpassed the 20-point mark on three occasions since returning from a sprained ankle in early February, a somewhat underwhelming return for a shooter of his caliber. However, fantasy managers are likely pleased that he continues to play starters’ minutes for a team focused on the draft lottery. Johnson has provided sixth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. The Nets play three games during Week 20, starting with Tuesday’s rematch with the Celtics in Boston.
BKN • Center • #20
9 months ago
The Nets are without Cam Thomas and Nic Claxton, with the former ruled out for the rest of the season. Keon Johnson and Day’Ron Sharpe move into the starting lineup and should be streamed while in these roles. Johnson may potentially remain a starter moving forward.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Guard • #24
9 months ago
With Thomas’ hamstring coming this late in the season, the Nets don’t expect the 23-year-old shooting guard to return this year. He should be fully recovered by the time next season comes around, though. Keon Johnson figures to pick up additional usage and playing time in Thomas’ absence.
Source: Nets
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.
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
BKN • Guard-Forward • #9
9 months ago
Watford will sit out Saturday’s game, which is the first of two in as many nights for the Nets. Given the many absences, Jalen Wilson and Day’Ron Sharpe should log more minutes off the bench. Sharpe offers a higher fantasy upside, especially with Nic Claxton (rest) out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Forward-Center • #21
9 months ago
Clowney returned from an ankle injury last week, but is now set to miss his second straight game with the same injury. With the 20-year-old power forward and Nic Claxton out, Day’Ron Sharpe figures to play heavy minutes against the Celtics.
BKN • Center • #33
9 months ago
Claxton is set to rest while Thomas continues to manage a hamstring injury. With Noah Clowney (ankle) also ruled out, the Nets will be severely undermanned. Expect Day’Ron Sharpe to play heavy minutes and be worth streaming consideration.
Source: CJ Holmes
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
BKN • Center • #33
9 months ago
The lack of blocks was uncharacteristic for Claxton, but he was still able have an excellent night, specifically as a passer. He wasn’t able to match his 10 assists on Tuesday, but it was still encouraging to see Jordi Fernandez continue to go to him as a playmaker. Of course, the points and rebounds were the best part of his night, and he did take on a few extra minutes at center with Noah Clowney sidelined, which helped the slight bump in production. This was Claxton’s first double-double since before the All-Star break, and he’ll have two more opportunities to add more this week.
BKN • Guard • #24
9 months ago
It’s no secret that Thomas is an elite scorer, but he showed that he can be more than that on Thursday. He set a new career-high for assists and recorded the first double-double of his career in Brooklyn’s loss to Chicago. In his six appearances since returning from his extended absence with a hamstring injury, Thomas has dished out at least six assists in three of them. Thomas will always be known for his scoring, but if he can continue to be a playmaker at this level, his value to the Nets and to dynasty managers will skyrocket.
BKN • Forward • #13
9 months ago
Martin got off to a strong start on Thursday and scored 11 points in the first quarter. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to contribute much after that. Martin has had some excellent scoring nights this season, but they just haven’t happened consistently. He has alternated between less than 10 points and scoring in double figures in each of his last eight games. Martin ranks inside the top-150 in nine-cat leagues, and he has some streaming appeal this weekend with a back-to-back coming up on Saturday and Sunday.
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
BKN • Guard • #1
9 months ago
Russell is back after a one-game absence. Brooklyn staggered the availability of Russell and Thomas, which allowed Keon Johnson to start during their back-to-back on Monday and Tuesday. Johnson will return to playing a reserve role on Thursday, but the Nets have another back-to-back coming up this weekend.
Source: C.J. Holmes
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
BKN • Forward-Center • #21
9 months ago
Clowney recently returned following a long layoff due to an ankle injury, but this injury will now keep him out for at least one more game. In his place, Day’Ron Sharpe and Nic Claxton could see additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Forward • #8
9 months ago
Williams continues to be an underrated option in fantasy basketball, and he was productive once again as a starter on Tuesday. Williams is rostered in just 14 percent of Yahoo! leagues, but what has made him a valuable streaming option is Brooklyn’s five-game week that they’re currently in the midst of. Williams has provided top-75 value in nine-cat leagues over the past week, and he could certainly continue to produce at that level for the rest of the week. They still have three more games, so it isn’t too late to reap the rewards.
BKN • Guard • #24
9 months ago
Thomas missed the first night of the back-to-back for Brooklyn, but he returned to the lineup on Tuesday. He got right back to being an elite scoring option and contributed 16 of his 27 points in the first half. Not only was this Thomas’ highest-scoring performance since November, but his 32 minutes were also the most that he has played in a game since then. Brooklyn still has three more games this week, though they have a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday’s game is a tougher matchup (Boston), so expect Thomas to play in that game and sit out against Atlanta on Sunday.
BKN • Guard • #24
9 months ago
Thomas and Watford sat out Monday’s tilt with the Lakers, but both will be back for the second leg of Brooklyn’s back-to-back set. Expect both players to handle their typical workloads.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Guard • #1
9 months ago
D’Lo will sit out the second leg of Brooklyn’s back-to-back set to for injury management on the right ankle that cost him five games in a row from February 22 to March 1. With Russell on the sideline, Keon Johnson, Ziaire Williams and Tyrese Martin could all see additional playing time.
Source: Erik Slater on Twitter
BKN • Forward-Center • #21
9 months ago
After an ineffective 18-minute runout in his return from a sprained ankle on Saturday, Clowney was far more impactful against the Lakers. He shot 3-of-8 from beyond the arc and recorded a steal and a blocked shot. The 19 points are the most Clowney has scored in a game since January 14 against Portland, and the Nets forward has the potential to be a “silly season” standout. However, it’s possible that Clowney won’t play in Tuesday’s game against the Cavaliers for injury management reasons.
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.