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SAC • Guard • #23
8 months ago
After being included on the Kings’ initial injury report Monday afternoon, Ellis is good to go. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, which is good news for those who have him rostered in active leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward • #13
8 months ago
Murray will miss a second straight game with a back injury. Trey Lyles replaced him in the lineup for Sunday’s win over the Cavaliers. While he did not provide much value, another opportunity to start would raise Lyles’s ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #10
8 months ago
Tuesday’s game will be the third Green has missed since injuring his left shoulder during an April 2 loss to the Pacers. While DaQuan Jeffries made one start in his absence, Josh Okogie was the choice for Sunday’s loss to the Bulls. Neither player has been consistent enough to merit being streamed in Green’s absence.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
SAC • Forward • #13
8 months ago
Murray sat out Sunday, and he’s in danger of missing a second straight contest due to a back injury. If he’s unavailable, Trey Lyles could remain with the first unit. Ellis’ appearance on the injury report could be precautionary for the second leg of Sacramento’s back-to-back set, and if he’s unavailable, Malik Monk could slot back into the starting five. Devin Carter would also be a candidate for additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
8 months ago
DeRozan has scored 21 points or more in six straight games, providing consistent offensive value to fantasy managers. However, the defensive production has limited his value, with Deebo being a sixth-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. For DeRozan managers whose leagues run through Week 23, the Kings play four games, starting with Monday’s road trip finale in Detroit. He’ll be especially valuable in points leagues and for managers who don’t need defensive production.
SAC • Guard • #8
8 months ago
LaVine’s entire stat line did not provide much value to category league managers, but his points, three-pointers and field goal percentage were outstanding. The 37 points are the most he’s scored in a game since February 24, and the opponent on that night (Charlotte) was far less formidable than the Cavaliers. LaVine will look to build on Sunday’s performance when the Kings end their road trip in Detroit on Monday.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Sacramento’s “big three” of Sabonis, Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan combined to score 92 points on Sunday. And with Phoenix’s loss to the Knicks, the Kings moved closer to locking down a play-in spot. The lone negative for Sabonis managers was the turnover category, as he was responsible for six. He’s averaged three turnovers per game over the past two weeks, so Sabonis is ranked outside the top 60 in nine-cat formats. The Kings play four games during Week 23, starting with the Pistons on Monday.
SAC • Forward • #13
8 months ago
Murray is unavailable for Sunday’s game, and his absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup. However, instead of Malik Monk, Trey Lyles will move into the starting five. Lyles is worth a look in deep leagues out of necessity, but he is not a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #25
8 months ago
Sunday’s start was the sixth for Simpson since the Hornets ruled LaMelo Ball (wrist, ankle) out for the rest of the season. While the rookie’s fantasy prospects for next season don’t appear promising, these games allow KJ to show he can potentially serve as Ball’s backup. Sunday’s performance was arguably his best of the season, with Simpson tallying a season-high 18 points. Rostered in two percent of Yahoo! leagues, KJ has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats over his last six games.
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
After missing Friday’s loss to the Kings, Williams was back in the starting lineup on Sunday. He held his own in the matchup with Nikola Vucevic, falling one rebound shy of a double-double while shooting well over 50 percent from the field. While the Hornets play four games during the final week of the regular season, it begins with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back. Williams managers whose leagues will be active should plan for him missing one of those games. As a result, Jusuf Nurkic (18 points, three rebounds, one block and two three-pointers in 16 minutes) could make another start before the season ends.
CHA • Guard • #12
8 months ago
Okogie and Williams will replace DaQuan Jeffries and Jusuf Nurkic for Sunday’s game. It’s unclear how much Okogie will play, but Williams should carry his usual starter workload.
SAC • Forward • #33
8 months ago
LaRavia has not played since March 25 and should be re-evaluated early next week. His absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, as the Kings’ starters have absorbed most of his minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward • #13
8 months ago
Murray is dealing with a sore back, hence his inclusion on the Kings’ injury report. If he’s unable to play, that may open the door for Malik Monk to return to the starting lineup. Monk has been used in a reserve role in the five games he’s played after missing three due to an illness. And even if he doesn’t start, Monk would have added value if Murray is unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
Williams was a late scratch for Friday’s loss to the Kings, with his absence opening up a place in the starting lineup for Jusuf Nurkic. However, Williams’ absence was more impactful on Moussa Diabate, who recorded a double-double off the bench. As for Smith, Seth Curry has been the starter for the games he has missed, and that would remain the case if the second-year guard remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Forward • #14
8 months ago
The Hornets played Friday’s game without Mark Williams. And while Jusuf Nurkic (eight points, eight rebounds, three assists and one blocked shot in 24 minutes) was his replacement in the starting lineup, the change also freed up additional opportunities for Diabate. The third-year big man took advantage, recording his seventh double-double of the season and his first since March 8. Given Williams’s injury history, Diabate will have a few more opportunities before the season ends.
CHA • Guard • #25
8 months ago
Simpson has started Charlotte’s last five games, reaching double figures in points on three occasions. During this period, the rookie point guard has averaged 11.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.6 three-pointers while shooting 39.3 percent from the field. While that has only been good for 13th-round value in eight-cat formats, the opportunity makes Simpson worth a look for deep-league managers desperate for an available point guard. The Hornets end Week 22 at home against the Bulls on Sunday.
CHA • Forward • #0
8 months ago
At this stage in the season, Bridges is Charlotte’s only healthy fantasy-relevant player. While he did score a team-high 22 points against the Kings, the Hornets forward had a rough night shooting the basketball. Bridges was 2-of-11 from beyond the arc, which did a number on his overall field-goal percentage. Over the past two weeks, Miles has provided 10th-round value in eight-cat formats and is ranked outside the top 150 in nine-cat. Charlotte ends Week 22 with a home game against the Bulls on Sunday.
SAC • Guard • #0
8 months ago
After enduring a two-game slump in which he scored 14 points on 6-of-23 shooting, Monk got untracked Friday night. Facing one of the worst defenses in the NBA, he shot over 50 percent from the field, and the 17 points were the most in a game for Malik since March 20, before he missed three games due to an illness. Friday’s version of Monk is what the Kings and fantasy managers will need on Sunday when Sacramento ends Week 22 with a game in Cleveland.
SAC • Guard • #8
8 months ago
LaVine’s fantasy value has tailed off considerably over the past two weeks, as he’s ranked outside the top 200 in nine-cat formats. The combination of limited defensive production and 3.1 turnovers per game have done him no favors during this stretch. While LaVine did not record any steals or blocks on Friday, the stat line was one of his best. In addition to the double-double, he racked up seven assists without committing a turnover. Fantasy managers will hope for a similar effort on Sunday when the Kings visit Cleveland.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Sabonis recorded his 57th double-double of the season and fifth in as many games on Friday. During this five-game run, the Kings center has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. While Sabonis remains a top-25 player in eight- and nine-cat formats for the season, he’s ranked outside the top-75 in both since the trade deadline. The addition of Zach LaVine and the Kings not replacing De’Aaron Fox with a “true” point guard have negatively impacted Sabonis’s fantasy value.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
8 months ago
DeRozan and the Kings didn’t have to break much of a sweat to handle the Hornets on Friday, taking a 19-point lead into the half and never looking back. He’s scored at least 21 points in five straight appearances, averaging 24.8 per while shooting 50.6 percent from the field. DeRozan’s overall production has only been good for sixth-round value during this stretch, but that’s due primarily to his limited defensive output. The Kings end Week 22 with a game in Cleveland on Sunday.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Sabonis will be available. As a result, Jonas Valanciunas will miss out on an increase in his playing time, limiting his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #30
8 months ago
Curry has dealt with knee and back issues lately, but is set to start for the Hornets against the Kings Friday. Gibson, who was probable with an illness, could have a bigger role Friday with Mark Williams out, but isn’t fantasy-relevant at this point in his career.
Source: Owen O’Connor
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
A late addition to the Hornets’ injury report, Williams will not play, and his absence is more impactful than Smith’s regarding fantasy basketball. Jusuf Nurkic will likely move into the starting lineup, and Moussa Diabate should also have more minutes available. As for Smith, he did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Pacers, resulting in Seth Curry moving into the starting lineup. Curry should retain that role against the Kings.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
SAC • Guard • #22
8 months ago
Carter is back after missing two games with a right shoulder contusion. While the rookie provides additional depth off the bench, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball. Fantasy managers can afford to leave Carter on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
Williams was initially listed as probable, but has since been downgraded to questionable with thoracic muscle spasms just hours before game-time. It’s looking like he might be on the wrong side of questionable Friday. If that’s the case, Jusuf Nurkic is likely to start and is worth streaming consideration.
Source: Hornets PR
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Sabonis is a late addition to Friday’s injury report which puts his status in doubt against Charlotte. If he’s ultimately sidelined, expect Jonas Valanciunas to replace him in the starting five. Valanciunas averaged 12 points and 10.9 rebounds across his last nine starts, and JV will be in the streaming conversation if he starts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #30
8 months ago
Both players should be good to go against Sacramento, though Gibson’s place in the rotation isn’t as significant with both Mark Williams and Jusuf Nurkic available. Curry has been starting for Charlotte and should remain in that role despite lower back tightness.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Guard • #8
8 months ago
Smith Jr. missed Wednesday’s game against Indiana and could miss another. Both DaQuan Jeffries and Josh Okogie took on extra minutes off the bench with Smith Jr. sidelined and could take on even more minutes with Josh Green sidelined if Smith Jr. misses another game.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
Williams has been managing a foot issue that’s caused him to miss a few games in recent weeks, but is now on the injury report with a back injury. It doesn’t appear to be serious as he’s listed as probable and thus is likely to play against the Kings.
CHA • Guard • #10
8 months ago
Green left Wednesday’s game against the Pacers in the first with a shoulder injury and it appears the injury will linger, keeping him out Friday against the Kings. DaQuan Jeffries will likely continue to fill in for Green.
CHA • • #
8 months ago
Sims, who went undrafted in 2022, has played well over the last three seasons for the Greensboro Swarm, Charlotte’s G League affiliate. He has averaged 19.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 49 appearances for them this season and will now get the chance to finish the season with the Hornets, since this contract will take him through the regular season finale. He may get the chance to make his NBA debut against the Kings on Friday.
Source: Hornets PR
SAC • Guard • #22
8 months ago
Carter has been diagnosed with a right shoulder contusion, according to a press release from the Kings. Still, the same report said he will be listed as questionable after missing the last two games. However, the rookie hasn’t played a significant role lately, and with the main rotation players all healthy, he won’t have a chance to take on extra minutes if he plays on Friday.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Guard • #8
8 months ago
LaVine had a rough second half on Wednesday, shooting 1-of-7 from the field, and the Kings lost a game they could ill afford to lose in their quest to earn a play-in spot. While shooting 44.6 percent from the field over the past two weeks isn’t terrible, LaVine doesn’t have as much margin for error, fantasy-wise, due to his limited defensive production. During this stretch, he’s ranked outside the top 250 in nine-cat formats and the top 150 in eight-cat. Not only do the Kings need him to be better in their final two games of Week 22, but the same can be said for fantasy managers who have LaVine rostered.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
As is usually the case, Sabonis again provided reliable value in points, rebounds and assists on Wednesday. Unfortunately, a combination of limited defensive production and poor foul shooting have made him a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Sabonis has been a top-20 player in eight-cat formats for the season, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP of 15. If anything, the additions of DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine may negatively impact how Sabonis is viewed in drafts next fall if the Kings keep this core together.
SAC • Forward • #13
8 months ago
Usually fourth or fifth in the Kings’ offensive pecking order on most nights, Murray’s had to provide value in other areas. He finished Wednesday’s defeat with two steals and one blocked shot and has averaged 0.8 steals and 1.6 blocks over the past two weeks. That production is one of the reasons why he has offered top-25 value in nine-cat formats during this stretch. Shooting 50.5 percent from the field doesn’t hurt, but Murray’s willingness to consistently take on challenging defensive assignments has boosted his fantasy value after a slow start to the season.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
8 months ago
After scoring 31 points in Monday’s loss to the Pacers, DeRozan put up another 29 on Wednesday. He’s scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 12 outings, except a March 25 loss to Oklahoma City. Over the past month, DeRozan has provided eighth-round value in nine-cat formats. That’s three rounds lower than his season-long value, with slight dips in his defensive stats being a factor. Sacramento continues to hang around in the race for a play-in spot in the West, which ensures DeRozan will play starters’ minutes for the rest of Week 22.
CHA • Forward • #0
8 months ago
Bridges played just 24 minutes in the Hornets’ 14-point loss. The 27-year-old small forward is the primary offensive option for Charlotte with LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller sidelined. Bridges was efficient with 18 points on 10 shots including two made three-pointers. He’s scored at least 20 points in just three of his last nine games, but should have a higher scoring ceiling as the No. 1 option for the Hornets.
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
Williams once again had no production on the defensive end, but was efficient on offense and pulled down over 10 rebounds. The 23-year-old center isn’t a one-trick pony, but his skillset is limited to scoring and rebounding. He’s quite valuable in those areas, though. The main drawback for Williams and his fantasy managers is that he continues to manage a foot injury that won’t go away before the end of the regular season.
CHA • Guard • #10
8 months ago
Green had three points in eight minutes before a shoulder injury knocked him out for the rest of the game in the first half Wednesday against the Pacers. The 24-year-old small forward will likely be replaced by DaQuan Jeffries in the second half. It’s unclear how severe the injury is or if it will impact Green’s availability going forward.
Source: Hornets PR
CHA • Forward • #0
8 months ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Bridges is officially available. He’ll take his usual place within the starting lineup, and Bridges’ availability also means Tidjane Salaun will miss out on an increase in his playing time.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #8
8 months ago
Smith Jr. was downgraded to questionable Wednesday afternoon and subsequently ruled out with a left ankle injury. Taj Gibson is also out with an illness. With Smith Jr. out, DaQuan Jeffries and Josh Okogie figure to take up the vacated minutes.
Source: Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
8 months ago
Ball underwent successful procedures on his right ankle and right wrist early this week. Unfortunately, injuries have been a significant factor in the Hornets guard’s career, as he’s surpassed 55 games once in his first five seasons. While Ball does possess a high fantasy ceiling, the injury woes make him challenging to trust in most leagues. Some managers may be willing to use a top-50 pick on him in the fall, while others would prefer to leave that dice roll to someone else.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #0
8 months ago
Bridges and Gibson are dealing with illnesses ahead of Wednesday’s matchup. Tidjane Salaun could get some extra burn if Bridges misses time. Gibson’s status shouldn’t affect fantasy basketball, though.
CHA • Guard • #8
8 months ago
While Smith is on the Hornets’ initial injury report for Wednesday, the probable tag suggests he’ll be available to play. The second-year guard has some off the bench the last four games, serving as DaQuan Jeffries’ backup. That’s unlikely to change if Smith is available on Wednesday.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
SAC • Guard • #22
8 months ago
Carter will remain sidelined for a second-straight game with the shoulder injury that he suffered against Orlando on Saturday. However, he played a total of five minutes over Sacramento’s two games prior to his shoulder injury. With Malik Monk back, Carter’s availability will have little impact on the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
8 months ago
DeRozan entered this game having scored at least 20 points in nine of his last 10 games without ever reaching 30 points, but he was able to achieve that mark in Monday’s loss. This was just DeMar’s fourth 30-point game since the All-Star break, but Sacramento has now lost six of their last seven games. They now hold a one-game lead over the Suns for the final play-in spot, but their next two games are against Washington and Charlotte, which should give them some breathing room. Regardless, DeRozan will continue to provide buckets with consistency.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Playing against his former team, Sabonis had a great matchup with Thomas Bryant starting in place of Myles Turner, who was sidelined with an illness. Sabonis took advantage of the matchup, but his team did not. Sacramento is now 1-4 since Sabonis returned, though he has grabbed at least 12 rebounds in each game. Unfortunately, he failed to record an assist despite playing 40 minutes. This was the fifth time in his career that he played at least 30 minutes and didn’t dish out at least one dime. He’ll look to get back on track in Washington on Wednesday.
SAC • Guard • #0
8 months ago
This was Monk’s third game back from a three-game absence, and he remained in a reserve role for a third-straight game after being a consistent starter since December. He has really struggled since returning from an illness, and that continued in this game. He was able to somewhat make up for a terrible shooting performance with some rebound and assist production, but overall, it was another poor night as a reserve. Keon Ellis continues to start, and there is no reason to think that Monk will reclaim his starting role if he continues to play like this.
CHA • Guard • #10
8 months ago
Green missed Sunday’s game with soreness in his left shoulder, but returned to the starting lineup Monday against the Jazz. The 24-year-old small forward played 26 minutes in the four-point victory. Green had a good shooting night, including making all three of his three-point attempts. He’s not much of a fantasy asset until he becomes a more consistent volume scorer, though.
CHA • Center • #5
8 months ago
Williams returned to the lineup after missing Sunday’s game with a foot injury that he continues to manage. The 23-year-old center was incredibly efficient on offense and hit his only two free throws. He had no production on the defensive end, but was excellent otherwise. Williams has been very effective this year, but how the Hornets are managing his injuries has continued to limit his fantasy value.
CHA • Forward • #0
8 months ago
Bridges led the Hornets in the win over the Jazz Monday with LaMelo Ball out. The 27-year-old small forward was just two assists away from a triple-double. He was efficient on offense and made three of his six attempted three-pointers. Bridges has had at least 10 rebounds in three of his last seven games. He’d had at least 20 points in just two of his last seven games entering play Monday, but has a higher scoring ceiling with Ball sidelined.
CHA • Guard • #30
8 months ago
Both Curry and Green will be back in the starting lineup after missing Sunday’s game against New Orleans. DaQuan Jeffries will be pushed back to playing a reserve role, while Josh Okogie, who started in place of Green on Sunday, is out with a hamstring injury.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
SAC • Guard • #22
8 months ago
Carter injured his right shoulder during Saturday’s loss to the Magic and will not play on Monday. As for LaRavia, this will be the third game he has missed with a thumb injury, and he will be re-evaluated toward the end of next week. Carter’s absence does not impact fantasy basketball, especially with Malik Monk having recently returned from an illness.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #8
8 months ago
LaVine had a brutal afternoon in Orlando. While the field goal percentage wasn’t terrible, Saturday’s loss was the third game this month in which he’s failed to crack double digits in attempts. Add in five turnovers, and Saturday was a day to forget for fantasy managers that have LaVine rostered. And over the past two weeks, he’s ranked outside the top 250 in nine-cat formats. LaVine will look to turn things around during a four-game Week 22, which begins in Indianapolis on Monday.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
8 months ago
Sabonis has reached double figures in rebounds in four straight games, including three double-doubles. However, he only shot 33.3 percent from the field in Orlando, and a combination of poor foul shooting and limited defensive production has weighed down the center’s fantasy value. Over the past two weeks, Sabonis is ranked just inside the top 100 in eight-cat formats and has only been a 12th-round player in nine-cat. With the Kings looking to hold onto a play-in spot, they’ll need more production from Sabonis, and fantasy managers can say the same.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
8 months ago
DeRozan has scored at least 20 points in nine of his last 10 outings but has not recorded a 30-point game since March 9. However, he’s only shot 43.5 percent from the field over the past two weeks, negatively impacting the veteran wing’s fantasy value. DeRozan has only been an eight-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, a disappointing return for a player who has been a top-50 option for most of the season. DeRozan and the Kings begin a four-game Week 22 on Monday against the Pacers.
SAC • Guard • #22
8 months ago
Carter injured his right shoulder as he attempted to strip Paolo Banchero of the basketball, immediately exiting the game. The positive is that it was his left shoulder that was operated on last summer, not the right. Carter’s absence does not significantly impact fantasy basketball, but the Kings’ backcourt depth does take a hit.
Source: Sean Cunningham