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PHX • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Green, who has been out the entire preseason recovering from a hamstring injury, sat out Friday’s light scrimmage. While Suns head coach Jordan Ott did not say anything regarding Green’s availability for Saturday’s session, the expectation is that the guard will not be available to begin the regular season. Grayson Allen will be in the starting lineup if that holds, giving his fantasy value a short-term boost.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams’s ability to scrimmage, even if it was a lighter session from an intensity standpoint, is a positive development for him and the Suns. Due to the center’s injury history, the Suns are taking a measured approach to ramping up Williams’ activity in preparation for the regular season. Phoenix is expected to have a more rigorous session on Saturday, and Williams’ participation (and recovery) will undoubtedly impact his status for the beginning of the season. Oso Ighodaro has been the starter during the preseason and is worth taking a late-round flier on, while rookie Khaman Maluach offers the highest long-term upside.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Allen has been starting in place of the injured Green during the preseason, and he will maintain that role to start the regular season, though it may only be for a couple of games. It will be a nice short-term boost for Allen, but he won’t have much upside when he returns to playing a reserve role.
Source: Kellan Olson
PHX • Guard • #12
2 months ago
Phoenix rested most of their starters in this game, which gave Butler the opportunity to shine. Butler and Jordan Goodwin (24/4/6) led the way for the Suns, but there isn’t much for fantasy managers to take away, other than both guards have some upside to provide streaming value when Devin Booker or Jalen Green is sidelined.
PHX • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Green has missed all of training camp and preseason with a hamstring injury. Now with the news that he’ll be out at least another 10 days, Green is set to miss the Suns’ season opening game on October 22. It’s a tough blow for the Suns after they acquired Green as the centerpiece in the Kevin Durant trade this past offseason. Grayson Allen figures to benefit the most in Green’s absence.
Source: Hayden Cilley
PHX • Guard • #1
2 months ago
For the second straight game, the Nets and Suns played a close contest, and for the second straight game, Booker scored 18 points and recorded five assists. Booker was a solid 3-of-5 from beyond the arc but just 4-of-12 from the field. With Kevin Durant now in Houston, expect Booker to take on a huge role on offense in 2025-26, both as a scorer and facilitator.
PHX • Center • #2
2 months ago
Until Mark Williams (foot) is deemed healthy enough to play, three players will compete for the chance to serve as the Suns’ starting center. Richards, who has come off the bench in the team’s three preseason games, remains in the mix, with Sunday’s performance being his best. However, Oso Ighodaro (12/5/3/1) has been consistently productive as the starter, and lottery pick Khaman Maluach (7/2/0/1) may boast the highest upside. Richards has been a decent streamer in the past, which could also be the case this season. However, with Ighodaro and Maluach in the fold, it will be difficult for him to make his mark.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
One of Brooklyn’s five first-round picks in June’s draft, Wolf did not see his first action on Sunday until the fourth quarter. He made the most of his opportunity, combining with Tyrese Martin (11 points, one rebound, one block and two three-pointers) to help the Nets rally for the 111-109 victory. Given the number of young players at head coach Jordi Fernandez’s disposal, Wolf is in a tough spot regarding early-season fantasy relevance. However, that’s likely to change as the season wears on, especially with Nets owner Joe Tsai saying recently that the team’s priority is to secure a good pick in the 2026 draft.
Source: All-In Podcast
BKN • Forward • #8
2 months ago
After starting 45 of the 63 games he played for the Nets last season, Williams has been used exclusively in a reserve role during the preseason. On Sunday, he shot 4-of-6 from beyond the arc, a positive development for a player who’s just a 31.6 percent three-point shooter for his career. During his career-best 2024-25 campaign, however, Williams did shoot 34.1 percent on 4.8 attempts per game. Terance Mann (7/1/0/1/1 with one three-pointer) has started each of Brooklyn’s three preseason games, and unless that changes, Williams won’t be worth the risk in fantasy leagues, at least to begin the season.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez stuck with the same point guard rotation for the team’s second game in China, starting Nolan Traoré with Saraf coming off the bench. And once again, the latter was more effective and played more minutes. Traoré played 17 minutes, finishing with four points (2-of-5 FGs), two rebounds, three assists and four turnovers. It’s difficult to truly gauge the Nets’ point guard competition with Egor Dëmin (foot) unavailable, making it difficult to fully trust any of the three rookies with a draft pick in redraft leagues. However, Saraf may be more worthy of a roll of the dice based on how he played in China compared to Traoré.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
With Egor Dëmin unavailable due to a plantar fascia tear, Traoré and fellow rookie Ben Saraf have made up the point guard rotation for the Nets’ first two preseason games. After Safar received the starting nod in Brooklyn’s opener, Traoré was part of the first unit on Friday. Both provided limited production, with Saraf (9/1/0/1) logging 19 minutes and Traoré 17. While there remains hope that Dëmin will be healthy by opening night, Traoré or Saraf could be Brooklyn’s starting point guard on October 22 against Charlotte.
BKN • Center • #33
2 months ago
There’s no sugarcoating the fact that the 2024-25 season was a disappointment for Claxton, who started slowly and finished with decreased averages in points, rebounds and blocked shots. With this being the second year of the four-year deal he signed in the summer of 2024, maybe some of the pressure will be off of Claxton, especially with it being understood that the Nets are rebuilding. He remains a superior option for managers willing to punt on free-throw percentage, but the rebounds and blocked shots need to improve after they dipped last season.
BKN • Forward • #1
2 months ago
Porter has scored 13 points in both of Brooklyn’s preseason games, but he’s been a prominent figure within Jordi Fernandez’s offense. His role will remain prominent due to Brooklyn’s lack of proven scorers, with the most significant concern being that MPJ’s playing time could decrease during the latter stages of the regular season. Porter’s new role in his new home makes him worth the risk for fantasy managers, especially those competing in points leagues.
BKN • Guard • #24
2 months ago
With Thomas deciding in early September to sign his one-year qualifying offer, he’ll be an unrestricted free agent next summer. While the Nets guard’s scoring ability has rarely been questioned, his ability to make things happen for his teammates has been up for debate. Making strides in that regard would go a long way toward ensuring Thomas gets the lucrative payday he desires. With the Nets embarking on a rebuild, should fantasy managers be concerned about a potential shutdown later in the season? That’s certainly something to consider, but Thomas’ opportunity will raise his ceiling, at least until the trade deadline.
PHX • Guard • #8
2 months ago
During Friday’s game, it was reported that the Suns hope to have Jalen Green (hamstring) back on the court in time for the regular season opener on October 22, so Allen’s role takes on added importance. He’s started both of Phoenix’s preseason games, tallying 24 points on 9-of-19 shooting from the field (4-of-10 from three). While his fantasy value in 2024-25 did not approach its 2023-24 levels, when Allen was a top-60 player in nine-cat, he’s capable of being a solid late-round option. Especially if there are lingering concerns regarding Green’s hamstring in the days before the regular season begins.
PHX • Forward • #4
2 months ago
While the Suns reportedly hope to have Mark Williams (foot) available in time for the October 22 season opener, that isn’t guaranteed. Ighodaro, who appeared in 61 games as a rookie, has started the first two preseason games, which may be a harbinger of what’s to come if Williams cannot play. The second-year forward/center played 22 minutes on Friday and recorded a complete line that included four “stocks.” Nick Richards (9/4/0/1/2) and Khaman Maluach (10/5/2) played 11 and 20 minutes off the bench, respectively. Maluach offers the highest upside of the three, but Ighodaro is also worth taking a late flier on due to the uncertainty surrounding Williams.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
2 months ago
After attempting five shots in his first action as a member of the Suns, Brooks’ shot volume was far more robust on Friday. He was the lone starter to hit double figures in attempts, leading all players with 18 shots on the day. Efficiency has rarely been a strength for Brooks, which has made him no better than a late-round option in fantasy, and even that would be generous. However, with Jalen Green (hamstring) sidelined, Brooks may be worth taking a flier on, especially if JG can’t get back in time for the October 22 opener against Sacramento.
PHX • Guard • #1
2 months ago
The Suns needed overtime to beat the Nets in the first of two meetings the team will have in Macao, and Booker’s day ended during the third quarter. While he did not record any rebounds, the points, assists, and percentages are of greater importance to fantasy managers. Booker, the focus of double-teams at various points on Friday, only committed three turnovers while shooting 50 percent from the field. Bradley Beal and Kevin Durant are no longer in the picture, which means even more will be asked of Booker, especially if Jalen Green (hamstring) is not fully cleared in time for the October 22 opener against Sacramento.
PHX • Center • #5
2 months ago
Williams has not been available for either of Phoenix’s preseason games, as the Suns have taken a measured approach to his ramp-up for the regular season. The former Hornets center only appeared in 44 games last season, the most he’s played in any of his three NBA seasons. Phoenix’s medical staff hopes Williams will be ready when they open the regular season on October 22. Oso Ighodaro has started the first two preseason games, with Nick Richards and lottery pick Khaman Maluach coming off the bench. Maluach offers the highest upside, but Ighodaro may be on track to start if Williams cannot return in time for the start of the season.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #4
2 months ago
Acquired from the Rockets as part of the Kevin Durant trade, Green has been unavailable during training camp and the preseason due to a strained left hamstring. Friday’s exhibition against the Nets was the second game he’s missed, and it appears likely that the guard will not see game action during the preseason. The hope is that Green will be a full go when Phoenix opens the regular season on October 22, but that isn’t guaranteed. Grayson Allen is the player who may benefit the most if Green cannot get back in time for the start of the season.
Source: Duane Rankin
BKN • • #
2 months ago
The first round pick didn’t play in the first half of his first preseason game with Brooklyn, which was certainly disappointing to see. He dished out five assists in limited action, and his passing ability was what made him an enticing prospect. He’ll get the chance to put it on display this season, though he may not be able to consistently contribute for fantasy managers.
BKN • Forward • #1
2 months ago
MPJ made his debut for the Nets after spending the last six years playing for the Nuggets. It was only a preseason game, but he was heavily involved on offense in just 17 minutes of playing time. He has been a reliable spacing wing for Denver, but he should see a huge bump in usage this season in Brooklyn.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
Traore was one of five first round picks for the Nets this summer, and he came off the bench in his preseason debut. Despite the absence of Egor Demin, Traore didn’t get the start, with coach Jordi Fernandez opting to open with Ben Saraf. It was good to see Traore on the floor in a Nets jersey, but he likely won’t make a consistent statistical contribution this season.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
Saraf was selected with the 26th pick in the draft in June, and he got the starting nod in his first preseason game for the Nets with fellow rookie guard Egor Demin sidelined. He dealt with foul trouble in the first half, committing five of them in 11 minutes. He should get more opportunities throughout the year, but it’s difficult to imagine him making enough of a contribution to be rostered in standard leagues.
BKN • • #
2 months ago
It’s the first preseason matchup for Brooklyn, and rookie Egor Demin isn’t playing, but Saraf will get the starting nod at point guard, with Mann and MPJ also joining the opening group in their Nets debuts. Demin will likely get the starting nod when he’s healthy, but the other four have a good chance to be part of the starting lineup on opening night.
Source: Erik Slater
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
2 months ago
Brooks’ unofficial Suns debut went smoothly on Friday night. In addition to bringing his usual brand of defense, the veteran forward was disciplined in his shot selection. Four of the five attempts came from beyond the arc, with Brooks knocking down three. Will that hold once the regular season begins? Given Brooks’ track record, fantasy managers can’t be blamed if they’re skeptical. He remains a player who will be a late-round option, at best, in standard leagues. However, from a non-fantasy standpoint, it will be fun to watch the wing tandem of Brooks and Ryan Dunn (4/8/3/1) go to work defensively on a nightly basis.
PHX • Guard • #1
2 months ago
Booker looked sharp in Friday’s 103-81 exhibition victory, shouldering more of the primary playmaker responsibilities while also needing to look for his own shots. In addition to the seven assists, he committed just one turnover on the night. The dynamic will change once Jalen Green, who did not play on Friday, hits the floor, as he should also be used as an on-ball playmaker. But, with the Suns moving on from Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal during the offseason, Booker is well-positioned to provide first-round value this season, especially if he takes on more playmaking responsibilities as he did on Friday.