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IND • Power Forward • #43
18 days ago
Both players will be out for another game, and Jalen Slawson could take on additional minutes. Kobe Brown (back) is questionable, and if he’s available, he could be in line for an expanded role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
18 days ago
Indiana’s injury report is once again lengthy, so Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones should continue to see increased run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
18 days ago
White was listed as probable, so his availability isn’t surprising. Expect him to handle his usual workload as a microwave scorer off of Charlotte’s bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #5
19 days ago
Walker was impactful across the board on Thursday — he produced as a scorer, attacked the glass, facilitated, and was disruptive on the defensive end throughout the game. As a result, the third-year forward came close to securing a double-double. Walker has now scored in double figures while securing at least six rebounds and four assists in three of the last four games. He’s contributing in all areas down the stretch of the season and will look to have another productive game on Friday against the Sixers.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
19 days ago
Potter performed well in his 23 minutes on Thursday. He was aggressive as a shot-taker, an approach that led him to finish as the team’s second-highest scorer on the evening. However, his domination on the glass was perhaps the most impressive part of the outing; Potter’s 14 boards led all players and marked a new season high. The fifth-year center has played the best basketball of his NBA career this season; he’ll have a chance to finish strong with two games remaining.
IND • Power Forward • #1
19 days ago
Toppin used his 19 minutes of game action well on Thursday, missing just three shots en route to finishing as the only Pacers player with 20 or more points. The sixth-year forward also excelled on the glass and came up just one rebound shy of earning a double-double. He was one of several Indiana players to leave their mark on a game that the Pacers were comfortably in control of from start to finish.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
19 days ago
The Pacers have made two changes to their starting lineup, one prompted by injury. Slawson will fill the void left by Kobe Brown, while Potter’s insertion into the lineup means that Jay Huff will come off the bench. Also, Walker is available after being a game-time decision.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #5
19 days ago
Despite dealing with a hip injury, Walker will take the floor on Thursday to provide the Pacers with a combination of scoring and rebounding. The third-year forward has started over half of the 74 games he’s appeared in this season and should make another against the Nets. He’s averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Power Forward • #21
19 days ago
Brown, who exited Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves during the second quarter and did not return, will not play on Thursday. His absence means more playing time for Jalen Slawson, whose ceiling could be raised even higher if Jarace Walker can’t play. Walker is a game-time decision with a hip injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
19 days ago
Thursday’s absence will mark the third straight for Sheppard, who’s served as a part-time starter in his third NBA season. While sidelined, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson could continue to see a lot of minutes for a Pacers team that has been hurt by injuries this season.
Source: Scott Agness
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
19 days ago
White is on track to play after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics with a sore left groin. His return likely means fewer minutes for Sion James, who logged 19 minutes off the bench in Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #13
19 days ago
Hall suffered the injury while playing for the Hornets’ G League affiliate in the first round of the league playoffs. His absence does not affect Charlotte’s frontcourt rotation, but it may affect his availability for summer league play.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
20 days ago
The continued absences of Nembhard and McConnell mean that Quenton Jackson will continue to serve as the starting point guard. Also, rookie Kam Jones has moved into the rotation as the backup point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
20 days ago
Thursday’s game will be the third that Siakam has missed, and the sixth straight on the sidelines for Nesmith. Jalen Slawson may benefit the most regarding playing time, as Kobe Brown and Jarace Walker are considered questionable for Thursday night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
20 days ago
Sheppard has missed Indiana’s last two games with a strained right hip. If he can play, there will certainly be minutes available, as Pascal Siakam and Aaron Nesmith remain out, while Jarace Walker and Kobe Brown are also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #21
20 days ago
Brown had to exit Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves at halftime, while Walker played 28 minutes in his first game after a four-game absence. Jalen Slawson would likely log heavy minutes if one or both cannot play against the Nets.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #24
21 days ago
Miller had 20 points, but not much else in the loss to the Celtics on Tuesday. The Hornets were 16-of-49 from behind the three-point line in this one and the 23-year-old small forward contributed to the total by going 2-of-8. Miller has provided top-60 per game value this season, making him a value at his preseason ADP.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
21 days ago
Ball followed up his 35-point performance in Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves with 36 points against the Celtics, though the Hornets weren’t fortunate enough to win this time. The 24-year-old point guard has been as advertised this year. There were great highs and lows, but in the end Ball stayed healthy and provided fourth-round per game value over the course of the season. That’s a win for his fantasy managers this year.
IND • Power Forward • #5
21 days ago
Walker was in the Pacers’ lineup on Tuesday after missing four games with a back injury, and he logged 28 minutes. The five turnovers weren’t good, but the rebounds, assists and steals helped offset them. How Walker goes about finishing this season will be critical regarding his outlook for next season. With the Pacers getting Tyrese Haliburton back and likely adding a lottery pick, the rotation will be far more crowded than it currently is. Walker’s finish may go a long way toward him carving out a role for himself when the Pacers return to full strength.
IND • Power Forward • #1
21 days ago
Toppin has scored in double figures in three straight and six of his last seven games. The playing time remains limited, with the Pacers forward logging 22 minutes on Tuesday, but he’s managed to provide value on most nights. Indiana’s rotation will look considerably different next season, but Toppin’s athleticism makes him someone capable of providing deep-league value in a reserve role.
IND • Shooting Guard • #55
21 days ago
Thompson’s 17 points led the way for the Pacers in Tuesday’s 124-104 defeat. As a player on a two-way deal, these late-season games are critical for Thompson as he looks to sew up his future. While there isn’t a need for fantasy managers to make plans for Thompson in 2026-27, he’ll have some value in active leagues for the Pacers’ final three games of this season.
IND • Power Forward • #21
21 days ago
Brown played 16 first-half minutes before being sidelined by a sore lower back. Jalen Slawson replaced Brown in the lineup to begin the third quarter. He should have more opportunities in the Pacers’ remaining games if Brown has to miss time.
Source: Tony East
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
White was downgraded to questionable Tuesday afternoon and subsequently ruled out with left groin soreness. The 26-year-old has excelled in a bench role since coming over from the Bulls before the trade deadline. Tre Mann could see a slight boost in minutes and production with White sidelined.
IND • Center • #30
21 days ago
Walker is back in the lineup after a four-game absence, which pushes Jalen Slawson to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Huff, who replaces Micah Potter.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #1
21 days ago
Toppin continues to deal with a foot injury, but after being listed as probable his availability isn’t much of a surprise. The 28-year-old power forward had 21 points and eight rebounds in Sunday’s loss to the Cavaliers. Fantasy managers can expect Toppin to play 20-25 minutes against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
21 days ago
Sheppard will miss a second consecutive game as he continues to deal with a strained right hip. With Jarace Walker returning from a back injury, he can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Sheppard.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Power Forward • #5
21 days ago
Walker is back after a four-game absence. He was a starter before the injury, so Walker’s return may push Kobe Brown back to the bench.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
The downgrade in status so close to tip-off is never good news for a player’s availability. If White is sidelined, the Hornets will need to pick up the slack through a committee approach, but there are no actionable fantasy moves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
22 days ago
White is managing some soreness in his groin, but he is expected to suit up against Boston. He’ll continue to be a fantastic option off the bench for Charlotte, though his fantasy impact has been limited by a lack of minutes, partially due to so many blowouts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #9
22 days ago
McConnell will remain out for a fourth straight game, and with Andrew Nembhard (back) out as well, Indiana will turn to Quenton Jackson and Kam Jones for the point guard minutes. Jackson should continue to play a larger role as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
22 days ago
Nesmith will miss a fifth straight game, which should lead to another start for Ethan Thompson, who logged 30 minutes on Sunday. He struggled to produce, but he should play a large role once again with Nesmith out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
22 days ago
Nembhard will miss another game, which means Quenton Jackson should remain the starter at point guard. Jackson logged 29 minutes as the starter on Sunday, while Kam Jones played 19 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
22 days ago
Sheppard has been upgraded to questionable after missing Sunday’s loss to the Cavaliers. The third-year forward has served as a part-time starter this season and is having a career-best year statistically. However, he didn’t provide much relevance to fantasy basketball managers this season, and it’s hard to imagine him having an impact next year if Indiana is at full strength.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
22 days ago
Siakam will remain out for a second straight game, with Jalen Slawson replacing him as a starter on Sunday. Slawson scored 19 points in 33 minutes on Sunday and should play a similar role against Minnesota.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
22 days ago
Despite dealing with a foot injury, the veteran forward has a chance to play Tuesday against a Timberwolves team that’s struggling down the stretch of the season. Toppin is coming off a 21-point, eight-rebound performance on Sunday and, if healthy, will have a chance for another productive outing.
Source: Obi Toppin
IND • Power Forward • #5
22 days ago
Walker has missed the last four games for Indiana, but he could return against Minnesota. Kobe Brown should continue to start if Walker is sidelined, though if Walker returns, Brown will likely head back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
23 days ago
Since coming over from the Bulls in a trade before this year’s deadline, White has routinely played 25 minutes or less per game. The 26-year-old point guard has displayed remarkable offensive efficiency with the Hornets as he’s consistently put up points without playing a ton of minutes. Sunday was his ninth game with at least 16 points in his last 12 games, and he did it despite just 20 minutes. White is most useful in points and category leagues because of his lack of production in the other categories.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
23 days ago
Bridges has now scored 25 points in two of his last three games and at least 19 points in four consecutive games. The 28-year-old small forward stepped up for the Hornets on a night when Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller combined for just 18 points. Bridges has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the last week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
23 days ago
Ball had two 30-point games in the entire month of March and wasted no time by dropping 35 points in his third game in April. The 24-year-old point guard caught fire from downtown as he made 7-of-14 attempts from behind the three-point line. Ball has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the final week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
IND • • #
23 days ago
Slawson’s energy was on full display during Sunday’s game, as he was responsible for multiple goaltending calls on both ends of the floor. He also had an excellent evening from beyond the arc, shooting 5-of-7. All that Slawson’s stat line lacked was a blocked shot, and he played 33 minutes. Given the Pacers’ injuries and where they are in the standings, Slawson should play plenty in the team’s final four games of the season.
CHA • Center • #14
23 days ago
After missing Friday’s win over the Pacers, Diabaté is back and will assume his usual duties as the Hornets’ starting center. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, which limits his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
23 days ago
Diabaté missed Friday’s win over the Pacers, but was listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves, so his availability isn’t a surprise. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head back to the bench as Diabaté returns to the starting lineup.
CHA • Center • #14
24 days ago
Diabaté did not play in Friday’s win over the Pacers, prompting Ryan Kalkbrenner to make his first start since February 22. With the Hornets’ usual starting center on track to play, Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, limiting his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #
25 days ago
With Moussa Diabaté out with a sore ankle, Kalkbrenner made his first start since February 22 on Friday. He didn’t offer a great deal as a scorer, but the rebounds and blocks are what most fantasy managers rostering the rookie center are looking for. If Diabaté remains out for Sunday’s game in Minnesota, another start will be in the cards for Kalkbrenner.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
25 days ago
One night removed from scoring 25 points in a win over the Suns, Bridges put up 19 more on Friday. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and this was another good performance for the Hornets’ forward. Bridges will look to end Week 23 on a high note when Charlotte visits Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Small Forward • #
25 days ago
Before Friday, Knueppel went nearly three weeks without consecutive 20-point games. He and the other Hornets did much of what they wanted to offensively, shooting 24-of-49 from beyond the arc. Knueppel was responsible for three made threes, moving to 7-of-16 over his last two games. It’s safe to say that he’s snapped out of the two-game mini-slump in which he shot 1-of-9 from beyond the arc.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
25 days ago
Miller did a good job scoring-wise on Friday, but the defensive contributions, as limited as they were, are a notable story from Friday’s win. Before Friday, he had last recorded at least one steal and one block in the same game on March 6. That isn’t a strong suit of Miller’s in terms of fantasy value, so Friday’s line was a welcome bonus for those rostering him. The Hornets play once more in Week 23, at Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Center • #
25 days ago
The Hornets are down a starter for Friday’s game, as Moussa Diabaté is out with a sore left ankle. Kalkbrenner moves into the starting five and should play plenty, as Grant Williams is also out for the Hornets.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
25 days ago
Diabaté will miss Friday’s game with a sore left ankle, likely meaning that Ryan Kalkbrenner will start. Taking on that role would raise the rookie’s fantasy ceiling, especially in what appears to be a favorable matchup for the Hornets.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Power Forward • #2
25 days ago
Williams will sit out against the Pacers due to right knee injury management. Sion James and Josh Green could pick up a few extra minutes, but neither of them are worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #14
25 days ago
Diabaté is dealing with left ankle soreness, and it could cost him a game against Indiana. If the big man is ultimately sidelined, Ryan Kalkbrenner would likely replace him in the starting five. If Kalkbrenner starts, he’ll be worth streaming in a favorable matchup with the Pacers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #
26 days ago
After shooting a combined 4-of-19 from beyond the arc in his previous three games, Knueppel had a better night against the Suns. In addition to making four of his nine three-point attempts, the rookie wing is up to 35 games with at least 20 points. At a minimum, Knueppel is one of the favorites for Rookie of the Year, along with college teammate Cooper Flagg. And given his role in the Hornets’ success, it would be unsurprising if many voters viewed Knueppel as the clear leader going into the final week of the regular season.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
26 days ago
Ball’s point total may not have been as high as many fantasy managers have grown accustomed to, but he had one of his best floor games of the season on Thursday. In addition to racking up 11 assists, the Hornets point guard did not commit a turnover. This was Ball’s first game of the season in which he reached double figures in assists without committing a turnover. His efficiency has improved since the All-Star break, a big reason the Hornets have locked up a spot in the Play-In tournament and can still finish in the top-6 of the East.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
26 days ago
After scoring an efficient 19 points in Tuesday’s win over the Nets, Bridges was even better against the Suns. Recording his first 20-point game since March 14, the 25 were the most in a game for the Hornets’ forward since a March 11 win over the Kings (26 points). Add in the three-pointers, and Thursday was a good night for those rostering Bridges.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
26 days ago
The Hornets received 46 points from their bench on Thursday, with White’s 19 leading the way. The reserve guard has averaged 18.7 points per game over his last ten appearances, shooting 49.2 percent from the field. Since he brings little to the table in the defensive categories, White holds superior value in points leagues and in category leagues where managers are targeting points and three-pointers.
CHA • Center • #13
27 days ago
Hall’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Hornets’ rotation on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #24
28 days ago
Miller got off to a scorching hot start to this game, scoring 16 points in the first quarter without missing a shot. He cooled off after that and wasn’t able to turn it into a huge performance, but it was enough for Charlotte to take a massive lead and not give it back. This came two days after he shot 5-of-13 and scored just 13 points in a loss to the Celtics on Sunday. He’ll look to keep this going into Thursday’s game against the Suns.
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
After a quiet performance in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, Diabaté bounced back with his fourth double-double in his last six appearances. Diabaté continues to be a pivotal piece for Charlotte, which has led to some strong performances throughout the season, though they have come inconsistently. They’ll need him at his best entering the postseason, and he’ll look to have another double-double against the Suns on Thursday.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
28 days ago
Bridges set a new season high for steals, and he fell one swipe shy of matching his career high. Entering this game, Bridges had a quiet stretch, and this ended up being his highest-scoring performance since March 14. He’ll continue to start and play big minutes, but his box score production has at least partially been limited by lopsided scores. That wasn’t the case in this one, and he’ll look to stay hot against the Suns on Thursday.