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MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
A late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report, Edwards is good to go for Tuesday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Mike Conley and Bones Hyland missing out on boosts to their playing time.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
4 months ago
Buzelis most recently played 31 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Celtics. If he’s unable to play on Wednesday, Ayo Dosunmu or Coby White, who is also questionable, could be the choice to fill the resulting void. Dosunmu’s fantasy value has already been boosted due to Josh Giddey’s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
White made his return to action on Monday, playing 25 minutes off the bench in a loss to the Celtics. With Wednesday’s game being the first of two in as many nights for the Bulls, White may be in a spot where he only plays one of Chicago’s next two contests. If he sits, Tre Jones should play more than the 23 minutes he logged on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards is a late addition to the injury report for right foot injury maintenance. Tuesday’s matchup isn’t a leg of a back-to-back set, but Edwards is in danger of sitting this one out. If Ant-Man ends up on the sideline, Mike Conley and Bones Hyland should see increased playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
4 months ago
Buzelis somewhat predictably went off with Josh Giddey out of the lineup. It was his first game with at least 25 points since December 21 against the Hawks, when he had 28 points. Buzelis has produced ninth-round per game value this season. Buzelis will have a tough matchup Wednesday against the Pistons on the road.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
4 months ago
With Jalen Smith (concussion) sidelined, Huerter will slide into the starting lineup. Coby White (calf) is back but will be limited to around 24 minutes. In order to ensure he is available to close the game, they’ll bring him off the bench.
Source: Chicago Bulls
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
White will be back after a three-game absence. Tre Jones has been starting with White and Josh Giddey (hamstring) out, and he should maintain that role until Giddey returns. White’s return lines up with Jalen Smith (concussion) being sidelined, so White should fill that starting spot.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
White is on track to return ahead of schedule, and he could slot immediately back into the starting lineup. With Josh Giddey still out, White could see significant run alongside Tre Jones, Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter in the backcourt.
Source: K.C. Jones
MIN • Center • #27
4 months ago
After a slow start to the season, Gobert has kicked things up a few notches in recent weeks. And that’s thanks mainly to increased production in the rebound, steal and blocked shot categories. Over the past two weeks, Gobert has averaged 11.9 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.6 blocks per appearance, providing top-40 per-game value in eight-cat formats. While his season-long fantasy value remains low, there’s light at the end of the tunnel for those who have Gobert rostered.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
After shooting 50 percent or better from the field in each of his first ten appearances, Randle had not accomplished that in at least four consecutive games before this current stretch. Shooting 51.5 percent from the field, Randle has offered third-round per-game value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. That’s one round better than his value for the season to date. The Timberwolves play four games in Week 12, starting with the Heat on Tuesday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards and the Timberwolves weren’t challenged in Sunday’s game, with the team’s key contributors watching most of the fourth quarter from the bench. The Timberwolves’ guard has scored at least 30 points in three consecutive games, the first time he’s done so since late November. Edwards and the Timberwolves play four games in Week 10, starting with the Heat on Tuesday.
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
On December 31, the Bulls announced that White would be re-evaluated in one week. A return on Monday would put him ahead of schedule, with the official injury listing being right calf injury management. If he returns against Boston, White will likely start alongside Tre Jones, as the Bulls will still be without Josh Giddey.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
Smith entered the league’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury during Saturday’s loss to the Hornets. His absence will likely mean more minutes for Julian Phillips and Patrick Williams, although neither should be an option for redraft league managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
Smith was playing well at the time of his injury, as a third-quarter collision with Charlotte’s LaMelo Ball forced him to the sidelines. Following the defeat, Bulls head coach Billy Donovan said that Smith has entered the league’s concussion protocol. Chicago returns to action on Monday against the Celtics, the first of four games they’re scheduled to play in Week 12. With Zach Collins (toe) already out, Julian Phillips and Patrick Williams will have opportunities to contribute. That said, neither is worth picking up in fantasy leagues.
CHI • Center • #9
4 months ago
Vučević took full advantage of Charlotte’s lack of interior defense with Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) and Moussa Diabate (wrist) missing to knock down 11-of-15 shots from the floor, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. The 35-year-old veteran center’s scoring and rebounding numbers have been down this season but he’s still averaging 16.5 points and 8.9 rebounds through 34 games. The Bulls are in line for four games next week with matchups against the Celtics, Pistons, Heat and Mavericks.
CHI • Shooting Guard • #11
4 months ago
Dosunmu got hot early on in this one, taking advantage of his opportunity with primary creators Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Coby White (calf) out of action, draining 6-of-7 from the floor to pour in 14 first-half points. He went silent down the home stretch, totaling just two points in the second half. The 25-year-old speedster should see an uptick in minutes and scoring opportunities for at least a couple additional games while Giddey and White are out.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards knocked down just 2-of-8 from beyond the arc but got to the free throw line 14 times while recording his fourth 30-point performance in his last six games since December 23. The 24-year-old franchise cornerstone became the first player in league history to reach 1,200 career three-pointers before his 25th birthday. He’s delivered top-15 overall fantasy value this season, averaging 29.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks over 28 games. The Timberwolves have a quick turnaround with a matchup against the Wizards on Sunday before kicking off a four-game week facing the Heat, Spurs and Cavaliers twice.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
4 months ago
Reid played a central role helping Minnesota build up a 19-point lead by the late stages of the fourth quarter, supplying 20 second-half points. The 26-year-old big man has been hot-and-cold from a scoring standpoint but he’s registered at least 29 points in two of his last three games. He should be able to take advantage of an extremely favorable matchup against the Wizards on Sunday.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle notched his 10th double-double of the season as the Timberwolves rebounded from an ugly loss to the Hawks earlier this week. The 31-year-old big man has put together an impressive campaign so far, delivering fourth-round fantasy value, averaging 22.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.1 blocks over 35 games.
CHI • Center • #9
4 months ago
Vučević’s 17 points, 10 rebounds and five assists helped fuel a comfortable win over the Magic on Friday. The 35-year-old center was one of five Bulls with at least 15 points vs. Orlando. Vučević’s 10 rebounds were nice to see because he’s averaging 8.9 rebounds per game this year after averaging 10.1 last year. He’s provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Bulls finish out the week against the Hornets on Saturday.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
4 months ago
Huerter had a good game against the Magic on Friday with 20 points and four three-pointers off the bench. Still, the last time the 27-year-old shooting guard scored 20 points in a game it was November 17. He isn’t even seeing a significant minutes bump with Coby White (calf) out. Not much has changed with Huerter’s fantasy value as he’s still not worth rostering in most formats.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
4 months ago
Buzelis’ game Friday will undoubtedly be remembered for his dunk on Jalen Suggs midway through the second quarter. The 21-year-old forward threw down a one-handed jam on Suggs for a poster dunk. He also led the Bulls with 21 points and was just one rebound and three assists shy of a triple-double. Buzelis has produced eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Bulls finish out the week on the second night of a back-to-back against the Hornets on Saturday.
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
4 months ago
Okoro is known for his defense more than his offense, but he made an impact as a scorer in this game. This was his highest-scoring game as a Bull and the second-highest scoring game of his career. Okoro had an excellent game and helped Chicago get the win. He’ll continue to start, but he won’t continue to score at this rate. He isn’t worth picking up based on this performance.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
There were two open spots in the starting lineup for Chicago with Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Coby White (calf) both set to miss time, and head coach Billy Donovan opted to roll with a two-big starting unit that featured Smith next to Nikola Vucevic. With how well it worked, it would be surprising if Donovan didn’t stick with it, which would make Smith a must-roster player until White or Giddey returns to the lineup. He’s currently rostered in just eight percent of Yahoo! leagues.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
4 months ago
With Josh Giddey (hamstring) set to miss at least two weeks and Coby White (calf) out at least one week, Jones filled one of the open starting spots in Chicago. He was excellent as a starter earlier this season and picked up right where he left off with an uber-efficient double-double in the win. Jones is available in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues but should be considered a must-roster player as long as Giddey and White are sidelined.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
With Josh Giddey (hamstring) and Coby White (calf) sidelined for extended periods of time, Jones and Smith will enter the starting unit in the first game without their star guards. Both players will see a nice boost in minutes and production as part of the starting unit.
Source: Chicago Bulls
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
It was an ugly game overall for Minnesota, but Randle joined Anthony Edwards (30 points) as the only starters to score in double figures. It wasn’t a spectacular outing for Randle, but he was one of the more productive Wolves in this game. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to carry over his assist production from their last game. He’ll look to help Minnesota get back on track in Miami on Saturday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards was able to have a big night, but he didn’t get much help from his team in the homecoming game. Only two other players scored in double figures for Minnesota, and one of them was Johnny Juzang, who only played the final seven minutes of this game. Edwards has been consistently dominant this season, and the Wolves haven’t been on the wrong end of blowouts often this year. Edwards will look to carry this production over into a matchup with Miami on Saturday.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #12
4 months ago
Collins’ absence means Jalen Smith should operate as the primary backup center behind Nikola Vučević. Even with an increased role, Smith is unlikely to be productive enough to warrant consideration outside of deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: Chicago Bulls
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
White is dealing with right calf tightness that will force him to miss at least four games. With White sidelined, Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter should see additional runout of the backcourt.
Source: Chicago Bulls
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Tuesday that Giddey would be out a “few weeks,” but we’ve now got a more tangible timeline. Giddey’s extended absence will free up plenty of opportunities for Tre Jones, and Jones is worth adding off the waiver wire wherever he’s available.
Source: Chicago Bulls
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
A few hours after the Bulls announced that Giddey would not play in Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans due to left hamstring tightness, it was reported that he has been diagnosed with a strain. What grade the strain is was not made clear, but the Bulls’ point guard will miss some time. With Coby White dealing with right calf tightness, Chicago will be left to rely on Tre Jones to run the show. He’s worth adding in standard fantasy leagues while Giddey sits.
Source: Shams Charania
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #12
4 months ago
Collins was diagnosed with a sprained left big toe ahead of Monday’s loss to the Timberwolves, and the Bulls have not provided a return timeline. Jalen Smith will figure more prominently in the Bulls’ rotation, but he’s unlikely to reach the point where he should be rostered in most fantasy leagues since Nikola Vučević is healthy.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
While White will not play on Wednesday, the good news is that it’s due to right calf tightness rather than a strain. Josh Giddey (hamstring) is also out, meaning the Bulls will rely heavily upon Tre Jones, Ayo Dosunmu and Kevin Huerter. Fantasy managers seeking a streamer should prioritize Jones and Dosunmu ahead of Huerter.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
Giddey exited early from Monday’s game and is now being listed as out due to left hamstring tightness, which is much better than a strain. Giddey and Coby White (calf) being out will open up two starting spots and plenty of minutes for Ayo Dosunmu, Tre Jones and Kevin Huerter, with all three set to hold streaming value for at least one game.
Source: K.C. Johnson
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
4 months ago
Reid was a force of nature in the second half, going off for 23 points on 7-of-10 shooting, including 4-of-6 from three-point range. The 26-year-old big main drained a season-high six triples in this one while also chipping in seven boards and three assists in a stat sheet-stuffing effort. He’s capable of delivering outstanding fantasy value when he’s feeling it from downtown. He’s a must-start for the remainder of the week when the Timberwolves face the Hawks, Heat and Wizards.
CHI • Center • #9
4 months ago
There weren’t a ton of positive takeaways here for the Bulls as they fell behind by 41 points in the second half and ended up losing by nearly that many. Vučević, who knocked down 10-of-17 from the floor, including 3-of-5 from long range, has been inconsistent from a scoring standpoint and his rebounding numbers are down considerably relative to previous years. Chicago will attempt to snap a two-game losing streak on Wednesday when they face the Pelicans at home.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle recorded the unconventional triple-double while Minnesota kicked off a four-game road trip by dishing out a season-high 14 helpers, reaching double-digit assists for the second straight contest. The 31-year-old’s transition to a facilitator role has driven down his scoring numbers lately but fantasy managers will certainly take the uptick in the assist department.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards took a metaphorical backseat in this one as Naz Reid caught fire off the bench, dropping a season-high 33 points on 11-of-18 shooting, including 6-of-10 from downtown. The 24-year-old fantasy superstar was able to sit out most of the fourth quarter as Minnesota lead by as many as 41 points in this one.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
Giddey pulled up with a left hamstring injury early in the third quarter of Monday’s game and was subbed out of the game almost immediately. Ayo Dosunmu replaced Giddey in the lineup, and he will figure prominently in the Bulls’ rotation as Coby White left Monday’s game during the first half due to a calf injury.
Source: Drew Stevens
CHI • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
4 months ago
White injured his right calf during the first half of Monday’s game, exiting after playing seven minutes. This is the same calf that sidelined him for the first 11 games of the regular season. If White misses time, Tre Jones and Ayo Dosunmu will have added fantasy value, with the former likely moving into the starting lineup.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #12
4 months ago
Collins was ruled out for Monday’s game with a sore left big toe, but he has since been diagnosed with a sprain. According to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan, the 6-foot-11 forward/center is not likely to play this week. Look for Jalen Smith to pick up a few more minutes, sometimes playing alongside starting center Nikola Vučević.
Source: Chuck Swirsky
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
No surprise here, as Giddey was listed as probable on Sunday evening’s injury report. He’s been excellent as a multi-category contributor this season, and fantasy managers should expect more of the same on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Coming off his sixth 40-point performance of the season, Edwards was one of the few bright spots in a relatively forgettable performance for Minnesota. The 24-year-old superstar is averaging a whopping 33.5 points over his last four games. The Timberwolves open a four-game week on Monday against the Bulls before facing the Hawks, Heat and Wizards on the road.
MIN • Point Guard • #4
4 months ago
Dillingham is good to go after initially being questionable. However, so are Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley, so the second-year guard is unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
4 months ago
An MRI revealed a left foot abductor hallucis strain for Shannon. He’ll miss at least the next two weeks, at which point he’ll be re-evaluated. Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark will continue to see more minutes with Shannon sidelined.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Point Guard • #10
4 months ago
Conley was on the injury report as questionable for rest reasons, but ultimately is available for Saturday’s game against the Nets. He’ll serve as the backup point guard with Anthony Edwards (shoulder) also available.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards suffered a shoulder injury during Thursday’s game against the Nuggets, though he played through the injury for the rest of the game. Ultimately, he’s available for Saturday’s game against the Nets as the injury wasn’t serious.
MIN • Point Guard • #4
4 months ago
Dillingham popped up on the injury report as questionable with an illness Saturday morning. He’ll have the afternoon to recover for Saturday night’s game against the Nets. Dillingham will only have a significant role if one of Mike Conley and Anthony Edwards, who are both also questionable, turn out to be unavailable.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Point Guard • #10
4 months ago
Despite Saturday’s game not being part of a back-to-back, Conley is on the injury report for rest reasons. Whether he plays may be influenced by Anthony Edwards (shoulder), who is also listed as questionable. If Edwards can’t play, Conley would be the replacement in the starting lineup if he’s available.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards tweaked his right shoulder during Thursday’s loss to the Nuggets but remained in the game. His availability may affect Mike Conley’s (rest), who is also questionable. If Edwards can play, don’t be surprised if Conley gets the night off. If he can’t, there’s a good chance that Conley will be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
4 months ago
Shannon’s left foot strain sidelined him late in Thursday’s overtime loss to the Nuggets, and he’ll miss at least one complete game. More minutes will be available to Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark in Shannon’s absence.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center • #27
4 months ago
Though Gobert finished one point shy of a double-double, he was still able to have a productive fantasy night in what has been a strong season for him. Of course, Nikola Jokic’s monster night will take away from what Gobert did, but it was solid for fantasy managers before he fouled out in overtime. The former Defensive Player of the Year recorded double-digit rebounds for a seventh straight game and set a new season high for blocks.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
4 months ago
Randle has cooled off after an excellent start to the year, but he’s certainly still capable of big scoring nights, as he proved in this game. This was his sixth 30-point game of the season, though it was his first since Nov. 19, and the other four came during Minnesota’s first eight games of the season. Randle had scored 25 points in the game before this, so he’ll look to carry this momentum into a matchup with the Nets on Saturday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
4 months ago
Edwards started this game off hot and ended the first quarter with 14 points. He cooled off after that until the fourth quarter. He scored 13 points over the final seven minutes, including a contested three-pointer from the corner to tie the game and force overtime. He helped Minnesota score the first nine points of overtime, but the game shifted Denver’s way after that. Edwards scored 11 points in the extra frame prior to an ejection that came after he disagreed with a pivotal call. Edwards matched his season high for scoring in this game it what will go down as a disappointing loss for the Wolves.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
4 months ago
Shannon was ruled out a few minutes into the fourth quarter, so he likely wouldn’t have seen the floor for the remainder of the game regardless. If he misses time beyond the end of this game, Bones Hyland and Jaylen Clark should take on a few extra minutes.
Source: Timberwolves PR
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
McDaniels’ return from an oblique injury prompts the lone change to the Timberwolves’ starting lineup. He’ll start, with Mike Conley being moved back to the bench.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
Hyland was a late addition to the Timberwolves’ injury report, but he’s officially available to play. While he has earned rotation minutes recently, leapfrogging Rob Dillingham, Hyland boasts a limited fantasy ceiling, especially with Jaden McDaniels active.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
After a one-game absence, McDaniels has been cleared to return to action. His availability affects Mike Conley the most, as the veteran point guard is likely headed back to the bench.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
4 months ago
McDaniels is on track to return to action after a one-game absence. If he’s cleared, Mike Conley would most likely return to the bench, which would be a hit to his already-low fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report