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CLE • Small Forward • #1
1 day ago
Sunday was Strus’s first appearance of the season, and the Cavaliers’ guard looked incredibly sharp. He hit three three-pointers in his first stint on the floor and finished with 24 points. Strus played 22 minutes, and it isn’t difficult to envision his playing time increasing at some point during the fantasy playoff weeks. Cleveland has been without Sam Merrill recently, so getting Strus back is a big deal, even with Sunday’s defeat.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
1 day ago
Mobley finished Sunday’s defeat with his second double-double in three games and 21st of the season, and he’s blocked multiple shots in four of his last five games. Interestingly, Jarrett Allen’s absence has not given Mobley’s fantasy value the boost many hoped for. Mobley has provided eighth-round value over his last five games; shooting 43.5 percent from the foul line doesn’t help.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
1 day ago
Mitchell made some history on Sunday, surpassing the 15,000-point mark for his NBA career. He’s the fifth player to accomplish that feat amongst players entering the league in 2017. Fantasy managers will also be pleased with the 11 assists, the most in a game for Mitchell since January 16, with this being his third game of the season with at least ten helpers. The Cavaliers play three games in Week 21, starting with the Bucks on Tuesday.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
2 days ago
Tyson will miss Sunday’s game with a sore left ankle, freeing up minutes on the wing among the Cavaliers’ reserves. While Max Strus (foot) is available for the first time this season, his playing time is likely to be limited. Nae’Qwan Tomlin may pick up additional minutes off the bench, but he is not worth the risk in most leagues.
Source: Ethan Sands
CLE • Small Forward • #1
2 days ago
For the first time this season, Strus is available to play. While no specifics have been provided on a minutes limit, fantasy managers should not expect him to take on a full workload in his first few games back. Sam Merrill (hamstring) is out, so Strus can take on some of those minutes.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
BOS • Guard • #9
3 days ago
While he missed all three of his two-point attempts, White was a respectable 3-of-8 from beyond the arc. The Celtics’ guard’s percentages from two and from three have taken significant dips in comparison to his 2024-25 numbers, but he remains a highly valuable option in category leagues. Saturday’s stat line showed why, as White recorded a full line in his 35 minutes on the floor. The Celtics play four games in Week 21, starting with the Suns on Monday.
BOS • Center • #88
3 days ago
Queta was on a roll during the first half of Saturday’s game, ripping off 22 points and six rebounds. While he didn’t do a whole lot after halftime, fantasy managers will be fine with the final numbers. The 24 points were the most in a game for Queta since March 1, when he dropped 27 on the 76ers. With no Nikola Vučević in the fold, the Celtics need to rely on Queta a bit more, which raises his fantasy ceiling if he can be consistently productive.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
3 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Tatum surpassed 30 minutes for the first time in his four appearances this season. Even better for fantasy managers, he recorded a new season-high in rebounds and matched his high in assists. The Celtics’ four-game Week 21 does not include a back-to-back, but that doesn’t rule out the possibility of an injury management night for Tatum at some point. That said, three games of Tatum still means excellent value for fantasy managers.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
3 days ago
Tyson is dealing with a sore ankle, casting some doubt on his availability for Sunday’s game. While Max Strus (foot) is on track to make his season debut, the Cavaliers won’t have Sam Merrill (hamstring) for Sunday’s game. If Tyson can play, he may pick up a few more minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
3 days ago
Strus is on track to make his season debut on Sunday. While he’ll provide shooting, especially with Sam Merrill (hamstring) out, fantasy managers should expect Strus’ playing time to be limited in his first few games back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard • #
3 days ago
Proctor is out for a fifth consecutive game with a quad injury. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as James Harden and Dennis Schröder remain atop the point guard rotation, and Donovan Mitchell will spend some time on the ball as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard • #9
3 days ago
Porter is out with a strained groin, and the injury may cost him multiple games. While his absence alone doesn’t affect fantasy basketball, it does leave the Cavaliers down another option on the perimeter. James Harden and Dennis Schröder will continue to handle point guard duties, as they do when Porter is healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
3 days ago
Merrill will miss a second straight game with left hamstring tightness. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup on Friday and should retain that role, which raises his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
3 days ago
Allen’s continued absence means the Cavaliers will continue to use Evan Mobley as their starting center. Also, with Sam Merrill (hamstring) out, Keon Ellis is in line to be the fifth starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center-Forward • #28
3 days ago
Bassey, who was signed to a 10-day contract by the 76ers in late January, is back in the NBA. He can give the Celtics a little more insurance in the post while the team awaits Nikola Vučević’s return from a fractured finger. However, there’s no need to consider adding Bassey in fantasy leagues.
Source: Michael Scotto
BOS • Guard • #9
3 days ago
White and Scheierman are available after initially being listed as probable for Sunday’s game. The former will resume his starting point guard duties, pushing Payton Pritchard to the bench. Scheierman, who logged 34 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, will come off the bench since Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is available.
Source: Justin Turpin
CLE • Power Forward • #4
3 days ago
Mobley had an excellent night at the office in Dallas, except for the foul shooting. The Cavaliers’ forward/center shot 80 percent from the field and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Dallas potentially having Daniel Gafford for Sunday’s rematch could make things a bit more challenging for Mobley, but it would be unsurprising if he had a big day to end Week 20.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
3 days ago
Mitchell and the Cavaliers took care of business early on Friday, allowing him to watch a good chunk of the fourth quarter from the bench. After shooting 13-of-35 from the field in his two prior appearances, the Cavaliers’ guard was far more efficient in scoring his points. Add in the eight assists, and Friday was a good night for managers who have Mitchell on their rosters. Cleveland hosts Dallas on Sunday to end Week 20, so he could be in for another good night.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
4 days ago
The Cavaliers won’t have Sam Merrill for Friday’s game, as he has been ruled out due to hamstring tightness. Ellis will move into the starting lineup, giving his short-term fantasy value a boost. Jaylon Tyson’s playing time may increase, but he misses out on the fantasy value increase that would have come if he were allowed to start.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
4 days ago
Merrill was added to the injury report on Friday afternoon due to tightness in his left hamstring, and now he’s officially out. Keon Ellis will move into the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Ellis is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Danny Cunningham
BOS • Guard • #9
4 days ago
While White was held out of Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Scheierman started for Jayson Tatum and played 34 minutes. If White returns, that would push Payton Pritchard to the bench. Scheierman will also be with the reserves, as Tatum is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
4 days ago
Tatum did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, as he was held out for injury management reasons. His return will push Baylor Scheierman back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
4 days ago
Merrill is dealing with left hamstring tightness, and it could keep him sidelined against Dallas. If Merrill is ultimately ruled out, more playing time could be available for Jaylon Tyson and Keon Ellis.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
4 days ago
Scheierman played his role well on Thursday as a three-point specialist. In the start, he drained at least three three-pointers for the eighth time during his sophomore campaign and tallied his fourth double-digit scoring outing of March. He was also one of Boston’s better rebounders and facilitators in the loss. While he may not have a ton of value across fantasy leagues, he’s proven to be a consistent part of the Celtics’ nightly rotation.
BOS • Guard • #11
4 days ago
Pritchard struggled with his shooting on Thursday, especially outside the arc. The subpar shooting efficiency led to a relatively unspectacular scoring performance in the loss, on a night when the Celtics desperately needed offensive production. Pritchard also didn’t provide much as a facilitator, and didn’t come away with any stocks. Fantasy managers will hope for a bounce-back performance on Saturday against the Wizards.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
4 days ago
In his first appearance after being ejected from Tuesday’s game against the Spurs, Brown logged perhaps his best stat line of March. In the loss, he hit the 30-point mark for the first time since February 22, which was also the last time before Thursday that he got up at least 25 shot attempts. Brown’s aggressiveness was needed while playing without Jayson Tatum against a very tough Thunder defense. He did commit six turnovers and shot somewhat inefficiently, but was otherwise productive.
BOS • Guard • #11
5 days ago
The Celtics are without Derrick White and Jayson Tatum for Thursday’s game, opening two spots in the starting lineup. Pritchard and Scheierman are the replacements. While the former is already rostered in most fantasy leagues, the latter is worth picking up in 12-team formats if he’s on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Guard • #9
5 days ago
Initially questionable, White is officially out for Thursday’s game. Baylor Scheierman is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, while Payton Pritchard’s playing time may increase, even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Keith Smith
CLE • Point Guard • #
5 days ago
Proctor’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he had fallen behind Dennis Schröder and Craig Porter Jr. even before the injury. Proctor should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
5 days ago
This will be a fourth straight absence for Allen, which has opened the door for Sam Merrill to start in his place. Merrill has been streaky, but he is more than capable of getting hot from deep.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
5 days ago
Pritchard misses Tuesday’s game against the Spurs but was listed as probable for this contest against the Thunder, so he always seemed likely to play. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) ruled out on Thursday, Pritchard should return to a sizable role as the first man off the bench.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
5 days ago
The Celtics continue to play the long game with their star, and rightfully so. While this is a big game against a good team, the playoffs are much bigger, and the Celtics want to be sure that Tatum is as healthy as possible when that time comes. Payton Pritchard (neck) will play on Thursday after missing Tuesday’s game against the Spurs, so he will step back into a bigger role.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
5 days ago
The lone negative for Mobley managers on Wednesday was his foul shooting, as he made two of seven attempts. The double-double was his second of March, and he’s totaled eight blocked shots in his last three games. With Mobley shooting 56.4 percent from the line since the All-Star break, his fantasy value has slipped by multiple rounds. The season-long value remains fine, but fantasy managers heading into their playoff matchups will need more moving forward.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
5 days ago
After shooting 4-of-11 from the field in Monday’s win over the 76ers, Mitchell was made to work hard for his offense on Wednesday. While he finished with 25 points, the seven-time All-Star needed 24 attempts to do it. The rebounds and assists will be useful to fantasy managers, but they were likely hoping to get a more efficient version of Mitchell.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
5 days ago
Harden was excellent in a losing effort on Wednesday, recording his first 30-point game since being traded to Cleveland. He didn’t record any defensive stats, but most fantasy managers don’t look to The Beard for consistent production in steals or blocked shots. The Cavaliers end their week with two games against the Mavericks, which could be good news for those who have Harden on their rosters.
BOS • Guard • #9
6 days ago
White, who dropped 34 points in Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, is dealing with a right knee contusion. If he’s unable to play, that may open the door for Baylor Scheierman to move back into the starting lineup. Scheierman could even start if White does play, as Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
6 days ago
While Thursday’s game is not part of a back-to-back, the Celtics aren’t going to put too much on Tatum’s shoulders as he continues his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon. He has logged 27 minutes in each of his three games and is likely to hover around that number for the foreseeable future.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
6 days ago
Pritchard is on track to play after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs with neck spasms. Ron Harper Jr. played 33 minutes off the bench, knocking down six three-pointers and scoring 22 points. His playing time will decrease with Pritchard back in the fold, but Harper may have earned another look with his showing against the Spurs.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
6 days ago
Strus’ rehab will continue with the Cavaliers’ G League affiliate. Strus was able to participate in practice last week, so this is likely just an opportunity to get him more reps while the Cavs play a game in Orlando. Strus could return for one of their two games against the Mavericks this weekend, though his role will likely be limited.
Source: Danny Cunningham
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
6 days ago
Tatum has played 27 minutes in all three games since returning from an Achilles injury. The 28-year-old small forward continues to progress scoring 15, 20 and 24 points. Tatum wasn’t particularly efficient with 24 points on 24 field goal attempts, but that’s to be expected given all the time off he’s had. The Celtics have two more games this week and there are enough off days that Tatum should be available for both.
BOS • Guard • #9
6 days ago
White led Boston in scoring Tuesday against the Spurs with his first game with at least 30 points since December 19 against the Heat, when he had 33 points. The 31-year-old point guard also had five rebounds, seven assists and a block on defense. White has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Celtics have two more games this week, starting with a matchup against the Thunder on Thursday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
7 days ago
Brown picked up two quick technical fouls for arguing a no-call that resulted in him turning the ball over. Baylor Scheierman and Hugo Gonzalez should take on extra minutes in the second half in place of Brown.
Source: Jay King
CLE • Point Guard • #
7 days ago
Proctor will miss a third straight game with this quad injury, though he didn’t see the floor at all in his last two available games anyway. His continued absence won’t alter Cleveland’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
7 days ago
Allen will miss a third straight game with right knee tendonitis. Sam Merrill has served as the fifth starter, with Evan Mobley shifting from power forward to center. That should remain the case on Wednesday, with Merrill being worth a look in deep leagues where there’s a need for three-point production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
7 days ago
Pritchard will miss just his second game of the season, and he’ll leave some vacated minutes behind for Ron Harper Jr. and Jordan Walsh. Baylor Scheierman could also pick up some extra playing time against San Antonio.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
8 days ago
Ellis entered Monday’s game having totaled 11 points on 4-of-11 shooting in his previous three appearances. The Cavaliers guard had his most productive night since joining the team via trade, with the 19 points being the most in a game for Ellis since a 21-point effort against the Mavericks as a member of the Kings. While Monday’s performance was excellent, Ellis is more valuable to the Cavaliers than to fantasy managers given his current role.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
8 days ago
Like Donovan Mitchell, Wade was available for both games of Cleveland’s back-to-back after missing time with an injury. However, unlike the star guard, Wade was limited to 20 minutes on Monday. That was all the time he needed to record his first double-double of the season. As long as Jarrett Allen (knee) is out, Wade will have a slightly higher fantasy ceiling, but he isn’t guaranteed to reach it consistently.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
8 days ago
After playing 33 minutes in his first game back from a strained groin on Sunday, Mitchell logged 31 minutes against the 76ers. Compared to his stat line against the Celtics, the seven-time All-Star’s production on Monday was a bit muted. However, category league managers can use the assists and steals, and two of Cleveland’s final three games of Week 20 are against the lottery-bound Mavericks.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
8 days ago
After recording a double-in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, Harden notched a career milestone against the 76ers. With a first-quarter free throw, The Beard scored the 29,000th point of his NBA career. All that his stat line missed was a blocked shot, with Harden putting forth an efficient stat line in the 115-101 victory. The Cavaliers have three more games in Week 20, starting with the Magic on Wednesday.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
8 days ago
Having started Sunday’s loss to the Celtics after a three-game absence due to a sprained ankle, Wade will play the second game of Cleveland’s home back-to-back. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Sam Merrill serving as the fifth starter due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
8 days ago
Pritchard has landed on the Celtics’ injury report due to neck spasms. If he’s unable to play on Tuesday, there may be room on the back end of the rotation for Ron Harper Jr. or Jordan Walsh. Neither would be worth streaming in that role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
8 days ago
Allen will miss a second straight game, and it’s unclear when he’ll be available to return. Until Allen is back in action, Evan Mobley and Dean Wade should hold things down in Cleveland’s frontcourt with Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson earning extra run. Thomas Bryant could log some extra playing time off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
9 days ago
Pritchard was at his best when the Celtics needed him most, shooting 3-of-3 from the field and scoring nine points in the fourth quarter to help hold off the Cavaliers. The final line featured quality production in points, asssits and percentages, an unsurprising development for the reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 days ago
Tatum got off to an excellent start on Sunday, shooting 4-of-6 from the field and scoring 12 points in the first quarter. He cooled off considerably, shooting 2-of-10 from the field the rest of the way, but the Celtics’ star recorded 20 points in 27 minutes. Boston plays three games in Week 20 without a back-to-back; hopefully, this guarantees Tatum managers that he’ll be available for each.
BOS • Guard • #55
9 days ago
After totaling 14 points and six rebounds in his last two appearances, Scheierman had one of his best performances of the season on Sunday. The second-year wing recorded his fourth double-double, with the 16 points being the most in a game for him since hitting that number in a January 30 win over the Kings. With Jayson Tatum back in the fold, Scheierman won’t be as valuable to fantasy managers. But he’ll remain a key option within the Celtics’ rotation, providing depth on the perimeter.
BOS • Forward • #30
9 days ago
Hauser is relied on for points and three-pointers, and he was productive in those areas on Sunday. After making two of his eight three-point attempts in Friday’s win over the Mavericks, he shot 5-of-10 from deep against the Cavaliers. Add in the four rebounds, and Hauser’s performance was a good one for those rostering him in deep leagues.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
9 days ago
Brown produced another excellent effort on Sunday, finishing one rebound and two assists shy of a triple-double. The Celtics’ wing has seemingly taken a more measured approach in the team’s last two games as Jayson Tatum gets acclimated after missing ten months with a ruptured Achilles tendon. However, that approach has not negatively affected Brown’s output, which has been a positive development for fantasy managers. The Celtics play three games in Week 20, starting with the Spurs on Tuesday.
BOS • Guard • #27
10 days ago
Walsh is available after sitting out Friday’s win over the Mavericks. However, with Jayson Tatum back in the fold, Walsh is unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
10 days ago
After getting off to a hot start in his first two games out of the All-Star break, totaling 56 points, inconsistent production has been an issue for Pritchard. In the six games before Friday, he averaged 9.7 points on 34.4 percent shooting. Pritchard was considerably better against the Mavericks, shooting a shade under 50 percent from the field while providing solid value in multiple categories. He’s another player who should have more room to operate with Jayson Tatum (Achilles) returning to action.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
10 days ago
With Jayston Tatum making his season debut on Friday, the entire Celtics rotation had to work through some things early on. Brown and the other starters may have been a bit too deferential early on, but everyone got more comfortable as the game progressed. Brown finished with a team-high 24 points while shooting over 50 percent from the field and recording an excellent all-around stat line. While he played at an MVP level while Tatum was out, getting his partner in crime back could give Brown’s efficiency a boost.