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42-29|L10: 5-5
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CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
15 days ago
Schröder will make a second consecutive start, as the Cavaliers remain without James Harden (thumb). Given how shorthanded the Cavaliers are on the perimeter right now, the veteran point guard is a must-stream player in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
15 days ago
Ellis’ fractured left index finger will keep him out of Friday’s game, freeing up minutes on the back end of the Cavaliers’ rotation. Nae’Qwan Tomlin may be the player who benefits most, with Craig Porter Jr. slotting in as Dennis Schröder’s backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
15 days ago
Wade has been downgraded from doubtful to out for Friday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Evan Mobley is good to go after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, and his return in this spot means that Jaylon Tyson will remain in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
15 days ago
Harden will miss a second straight game due to his fractured right (non-shooting) thumb. Dennis Schröder is available, meaning he’ll get another opportunity to start. Given how shorthanded the Cavaliers are on the perimeter, Schröder is a must-stream player on Friday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
15 days ago
Wade sustained the ankle injury in Wednesday’s loss to Milwaukee, and it will likely cost him at least one game. His absence should mean additional run for Jaylon Tyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
15 days ago
Schröder finished with 26 points and five dimes in Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, and he could be in line for another big night if James Harden (thumb) remains sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #24
16 days ago
Miller only needed 26 minutes to match his season high for scoring to help the Hornets win a third straight game on the road. During this three-game road trip, he averaged 26 points and 5.3 triples per game while shooting at least 55 percent from the floor in each game. Miller has had a few rough games in February after a strong finish to January, but he has been able to get back on track recently.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
16 days ago
The limiting factor for LaMelo recently has been that Charlotte keeps blowing teams out. He only played 22 minutes in this game but was efficient during his time on the floor. Ball has played 50 games this season, meaning he just needs to play in two more to surpass his total games played as a rookie and make this the second-most games he has played in during a season. With a player as talented as Ball, availability is the most important ability.
CHA • Small Forward • #
16 days ago
Not only did Knueppel match his career high for three-pointers in a game, but he broke the record for most three-pointers in a season by a rookie. He now sits at 209 triples on the season, surpassing Keegan Murray’s record of 206. Murray did it in 80 games, and the next two on the list are Donovan Mitchell (187 in 79 games) and Damian Lillard (185 in 82 games). Knueppel has played just 59 games and could get to 81 if he plays the rest of the season, meaning he should make the record borderline unbreakable. He has been a fantasy star as a rookie and has a bright career ahead of him.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
16 days ago
Ellis is dealing with a fractured left index finger, which he suffered at some point in Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks. While his potential absence would not significantly affect fantasy basketball, it would free up rotation minutes for Nae’Qwon Tomlin.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
16 days ago
Schröder got the start on Wednesday and scored 26 points with James Harden (thumb) sidelined. Harden is questionable, so if he remains out and Schröder plays, he’ll get another start. However, if both are sidelined, Craig Porter Jr. would be next in line. He had nine assists in 22 minutes off the bench on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
16 days ago
Wade tweaked his right ankle during Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, casting some doubt on his availability for Friday’s game. Evan Mobley is off the injury report and can fill the resulting void if Wade sits, which would also mean another start for Jaylon Tyson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
16 days ago
Mobley will be back following a one-game absence. James Harden (thumb) is questionable, while Donovan Mitchell (groin) will remain out. That means there will be a starting spot open for either Jaylon Tyson or Sam Merrill, who both started on Wednesday. However, with Mobley available, one will head back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
16 days ago
Harden, who suffered a nondisplaced fracture of his right thumb during Tuesday’s win over the Knicks, did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks. Dennis Schröder moved into the starting lineup and had his best game since being traded to the Cavaliers, producing 26 points and five assists. He’ll be worth streaming if Harden misses another game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
16 days ago
Mitchell will miss a second straight game after suffering a strained groin during Tuesday’s win over the Knicks. Sam Merrill may be in line for another start, with the Cavaliers’ guard being most valuable to managers who need three-point production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
17 days ago
The Cavaliers were down three starters for Wednesday’s game, opening up a place in the starting lineup for Tyson. The second-year wing recorded his sixth double-double of the season, with his final stat line only lacking a three-pointer. Cleveland still has games against the Pistons and Nets to end Week 18, and Tyson’s fantasy value will depend on the availability of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. If both have to miss time, Tyson will likely remain in the starting five.
CLE • Center • #31
17 days ago
With Wednesday’s game being the team’s second in as many nights, the Cavaliers were unsurprisingly without Evan Mobley. That, combined with the absences of James Harden and Donovan Mitchell, opened things up for Allen offensively, and he took advantage. The 29 points were the most he’s scored in a game in nearly three weeks, having last hit that number in a February 7 win over the Kings. Allen also recorded his fifth straight double-double, continuing to flourish as a fantasy option.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
17 days ago
With James Harden (thumb) sidelined, Schröder made his first start since being traded to Cleveland. The veteran point guard played well, shooting the ball efficiently and dishing out five assists. Schröder’s 26 points were one shy of his season-high, and this was his first game with more than 12 points as a Cavalier. His streaming value moving forward depends on Harden and Donovan Mitchell’s health, with the latter sitting out Wednesday’s game with a strained groin.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
17 days ago
The Cavaliers don’t have James Harden, Donovan Mitchell or Evan Mobley for Wednesday’s game, opening up three spots in the starting lineup. Schröder, Merrill and Tyson move into the starting lineup, and all three will have added streaming value in their new roles.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
17 days ago
While it was reported earlier Wednesday that Harden planned to play through his fractured right thumb, he will not be available for the matchup with the Bucks. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup for Dennis Schröder, with Craig Porter Jr. picking up rotation minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #
17 days ago
McNeeley has not appeared in a game since January 28. Fantasy managers, who should not have the rookie rostered, must operate under the assumption that McNeeley is out indefinitely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
17 days ago
Harden had X-rays done after injuring his non-shooting thumb against New York, which revealed a non-displaced fracture of the distal phalanx. He’s current listed as questionable, and he’ll continue to undergo treatment. The team will provide updates as appropriate, but it seems likely that he misses this game against Milwaukee. Dennis Schroder would likely start at point guard in his place, with Craig Porter Jr. taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
17 days ago
Mitchell will be joined by Evan Mobley (calf) on the sidelines, while James Harden (thumb) is questionable. Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson should start, while Keon Ellis should take on extra minutes off the bench with Mitchell unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
17 days ago
Mobley will sit out the second leg of this back-to-back, and he will be joined by Donovan Mitchell (groin), while James Harden (thumb) is questionable. Jaylon Tyson and Sam Merrill should step into the starting unit, with another spot potentially up for grabs. Jarrett Allen should also see a bump in production as the only big in the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
17 days ago
Bridges was back in the lineup after serving a four-game suspension, though he only played 22 minutes in his return due to the lopsided score. He was able to put together a solid stat line, and if the game was closer, he may have been able to have a more productive outing. They’ll head to Indiana to play on Thursday, and Bridges should be able to contribute more in his typical role.
CHA • Center • #14
17 days ago
Diabaté suited up for the first time since Feb. 9, which was when he got into an altercation with the Pistons that led to his four-game suspension. He immediately made his presence felt in his first game back. He produced a well-rounded stat line, especially on the defensive end. Diabaté should be an excellent option for the remainder of the season as the Hornets’ starting center.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
17 days ago
White’s first game with the Hornets was also his return to Chicago. His first NBA game as a member of a team other than the Bulls was where he spent the first 6.5 seasons of his career. He was productive in his 16 minutes on the floor in the blowout win, but he’ll need to play a larger role to hold standard league value. However, he is returning from a calf injury, so he should take on more minutes as he logs more games.
CLE • Center • #31
18 days ago
Allen continues to flourish, with the double-double being his fourth in as many games and sixth since the Cavaliers acquired James Harden. While Evan Mobley (12/7/1/1 with one three-pointer) being under a minutes limit has been a factor, that doesn’t nullify the work that Allen has done. Since the trade, he has provided top-50 per-game value in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster, while sitting just outside of that threshold in eight-cat. With the Cavaliers visiting the Bucks on Wednesday, Mobley may sit for injury management reasons. If so, Allen’s fantasy ceiling will be raised.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
18 days ago
Harden’s four assists were the fewest he’s recorded in a game since joining the Cavaliers, but it didn’t matter much on a night when Cleveland held New York to 11 third-quarter points. Since the trade, The Beard has provided top-25 per-game value in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. While the fantasy value has dipped slightly, that’s more due to Harden and his new teammates getting acclimated to each other than to any struggles.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
18 days ago
Mitchell didn’t shoot the ball well on Tuesday, but frequent trips to the foul line boosted the final points tally. He led six Cavaliers in double figures with 23 points, and the production in the other notable fantasy categories was solid. Cleveland hits the road for its final three games of Week 18, starting with the Bucks on Wednesday.
CHA • Center • #14
18 days ago
Bridges and Diabaté are back after serving four-game suspensions for their roles in a fight with the Pistons on February 9. Their returns push Grant Williams and Ryan Kalkbrenner to the bench. While both will remain in the rotation, Williams and Kalkbrenner take hits to their respective fantasy values.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
18 days ago
It’s unclear if White will face a minutes restriction after such a lengthy layoff, but his return will likely mean fewer minutes for Tre Mann and Sion James.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
19 days ago
White hasn’t appeared yet in a game for Charlotte since coming over before the trade deadline. The 26-year-old point guard is now likely to make his Hornets debut in Tuesday’s game against his former team the Bulls given his probable listing with a left calf strain. Tre Mann and Sion James are candidates to lose minutes with White returning.
CHA • Center • #
20 days ago
Kalkbrenner went to the locker room with an ankle injury, though he was cleared to return later in the game. The 24-year-old center ended up only playing 15 minutes. Kalkbrenner’s value will decrease back to what it had been for most of the new year now that Moussa Diabaté’s suspension is over.
CHA • Small Forward • #
20 days ago
Knueppel wasn’t the star of the game, only because his teammate LaMelo Ball had 37 points and 10 three-pointers. The 20-year-old shooting guard had 28 points and five three-pointers, following up a 33-point performance on Friday. He also had seven rebounds and four assists. Knueppel has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
20 days ago
LaMelo’s 10 three-pointers tied the Hornets franchise record. The 24-year-old point guard played only 27 minutes, but caught fire from beyond the arc. Ball also had seven assists and zero turnovers, only adding to his masterful performance. The Hornets have three games upcoming in Week 18, starting with a matchup against the Bulls on Tuesday.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
20 days ago
Schröder hasn’t provided much fantasy production this season, especially since he was traded to Cleveland, but he was able to contribute a solid boost off the bench in this game. While he is still capable of being productive in fantasy hoops, the opportunity isn’t there for him with both Donovan Mitchell and James Harden healthy. Schroder is still rostered in 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues, but he should be left on the waiver wire despite a decent performance in this game.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
20 days ago
Merrill started the second half of this game in place of Dean Wade, and the choice was a strong one. After scoring nine points in the first half, he had eight more in the first three minutes of the third quarter. Unfortunately, he only hit one more triple over the course of the rest of the game. This was likely a hot-hand situation, so Merrill should return to playing a role off the bench in Tuesday’s game against the Knicks.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
20 days ago
This was the first loss of the Harden era in Cleveland, but he was still able to turn in a strong performance as one of three Cavs to finish with 20 points. His counting stats have gone down since the trade from the Clippers, but he has been far more efficient, which has allowed him to maintain second-round value in nine-category leagues. They have four games next week, starting against the Knicks on Tuesday.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
White’s continued absence protects the minutes of Tre Mann and Sion James, neither of whom is worth the risk in most redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #
21 days ago
McNeeley has not appeared in a game since January 28, and he isn’t in the Hornets’ rotation when healthy. The rookie’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward • #2
21 days ago
Williams did not play in Friday’s loss to the Cavaliers, as it was Charlotte’s second game in as many nights. With Miles Bridges serving the final game of his four-game suspension, Williams will likely move into the starting lineup. If so, that would bump Sion James to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
21 days ago
Mobley is back after sitting out Friday’s win over the Hornets, which was Cleveland’s second game in as many nights. His return will bump Sam Merrill to the bench, which limits the sharpshooter’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #
22 days ago
Making his third consecutive start as the Hornets await Moussa Diabaté’s return from a four-game suspension, Kalkbrenner had one of his most productive nights of the season. The rookie center recorded his third double-double of the season and first since November 4, playing 36 minutes. The 13 rebounds were a season-high for Kalkbrenner, who hit double figures in that category for the fourth time. Diabaté will also be suspended for Sunday’s game against the Wizards, so don’t hesitate to add Kalkbrenner if he’s sitting on the waiver wire.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
22 days ago
In the past, a poor shooting night would lead to Ball having a terribly inefficient night overall. He’s grown this season, and the Hornets point guard committed two turnovers in Friday’s defeat. That was one of the reasons why Charlotte was able to hang with the Cavaliers despite LaMelo struggling with his shot. Fantasy managers may not take much solace in that, but it’s a clear sign of growth for the point guard.
CHA • Small Forward • #
22 days ago
Knueppel entered Friday’s game trailing Donovan Mitchell by one three-pointer in the race for the most triples in the NBA. The rookie took over the top spot with a 7-of-15 effort against the surging Cavaliers. While his performance didn’t result in a victory for the Hornets, Knueppel continues to play at a high level in his debut campaign. And with the Hornets visiting the Wizards on Sunday, he could be in for another big night to end Week 17.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
22 days ago
The Cavaliers have now won their last seven games, five of which were played after the team acquired Harden. While he hasn’t had any explosive offensive performances, The Beard’s presence has opened things up for his new teammates, most notably Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen. Over the past two weeks, Harden has been a top-20 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value.
CLE • Center • #31
22 days ago
Allen has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the James Harden trade, as he’s been fed the ball consistently. Of course, only one of the five games played since the trade included Allen and Evan Mobley in the lineup, but the former still recorded a double-double in Thursday’s win over the Nets. He put up an even more impressive double-double against the Cavaliers on Friday. Over the past two weeks, Allen has been a top-25 player in nine-cat formats.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
22 days ago
In the five games the Cavaliers have played since acquiring James Harden, Mitchell has scored at least 30 points in four. The exception was Thursday’s blowout win over the Nets, a game in which he played 21 minutes. There’s still a lot of basketball to be played, but the early returns for the Cavaliers have been excellent. Mitchell and those who have him rostered in fantasy leagues continue to reap the rewards from the most notable trade made by an Eastern Conference contender at the deadline.
CHA • Shooting Guard • #
22 days ago
James will start in place of Grant Williams on the second game of a back-to-back for the Hornets. Charlotte, one of the hottest teams in basketball, will look to avoid consecutive losses, which haven’t happened since the beginning of January. The Hornets are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference standings but just a half-game behind the Hawks for 9th place.
Source: Owen O’Connor
CHA • Power Forward • #2
22 days ago
Williams had a strong outing on Thursday as a starter, but he’ll get the night off for rest on the second leg of Charlotte’s back-to-back set. Miles Bridges is still suspended, which should mean increased playing time for Tidjane Salaün. Salaün logged 20 minutes in Thursday’s loss to Houston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
22 days ago
White hasn’t appeared in a game for Charlotte since being traded in early February, and fantasy managers will have to wait at least one more game for that debut. Tre Mann and Sion James will continue to handle backcourt responsibilities off the bench until White is back in action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #
23 days ago
Kalkbrenner continues to start and dominate the center minutes for the Hornets while Moussa Diabaté is suspended. The 24-year-old center had 12 points, four rebounds and four assists in 30 minutes in the loss to the Rockets. Kalkbrenner will still be usable in deeper formats for two more games with Diabaté suspended.
CHA • Power Forward • #2
23 days ago
Williams got another start with Miles Bridges still suspended and came through for fantasy managers that needed him as a streamer in deeper formats. The 27-year-old had 20 points, nine boards and made four three-pointers. Williams will be usable in deeper formats for another couple of games before Bridges is back, though this level of production can’t be expected on a nightly basis.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
23 days ago
To say that Miller struggled with his shooting on Thursday would be putting it mildly. The 23-year-old small forward was hardly efficient with 17 points on 22 field goal attempts, which included a 1-of-12 performance from behind the three-point line. Miller should continue to get more shots with Miles Bridges still suspended, but he’ll need to do better than volume scoring to his reach his ceiling.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
24 days ago
White has yet to make his Hornets’ debut, and that won’t change on Thursday. The Hornets will continue to rely on Sion James and Tre Mann to provide perimeter depth off the bench. Neither qualifies as a must-roster player in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #
24 days ago
McNeeley continues to miss time with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he has not logged consistent rotation minutes when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report