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Heat
39-49|L10: 4-6
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Cavaliers
69-22|L10: 5-5
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CLE • Center • #31
12 months ago
Playing against the team that drafted him, Allen absolutely dominated down low. This was his third 20-point double-double of 2025, with two of those coming during Cleveland’s last five games. Allen did a lot of his scoring at the free throw line as he shot a season-high 11 times from the charity stripe. He won’t always be be part of Cleveland’s offense like he was in this game, but he saw extra opportunities with Donovan Mitchell (groin) sidelined. They have two more games this week, with a trip to Memphis on Friday up next.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
12 months ago
Mobley didn’t supply his typical dose of defensive production, but he was still productive in Tuesday’s win. He combined with Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen to scored 74 of Cleveland’s 109 points with Donovan Mitchell (groin) sidelined for this game. The assists were a nice boost, and this was his second game with at least six assists in a game since the All-Star break. Mobley has had a spectacular defensive season which has him in consideration for league’s Defensive Player of the Year award. Expect him to get back to providing more defensive stats over their final two games of the week.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
12 months ago
With Donovan Mitchell (groin) sidelined, Garland stepped up to carry the offense for Cleveland. He did a lot of his work late in this game to help them complete the comeback. Garland scored 18 points in the fourth quarter, which was as many as the Nets scored as a team in the final frame. Cleveland outscored them 31-18 in the fourth to give them their 15th-straight victory. Mitchell will likely see more scheduled rest nights as the season winds down, which will be more opportunities for Garland to shine. However, Garland may see rest nights as well.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
12 months ago
Okoro will make a return to the starting lineup with both Donovan Mitchell (groin) and De’Andre Hunter (illness) sidelined. Okoro started twice in February, but wasn’t productive in either stint. He’ll provide defense on the perimeter, but that hasn’t translated to fantasy production throughout his career.
Source: Serena Winters
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
12 months ago
Both players were initially listed as questionable and have now been ruled out. Though the injuries may be legitimate, playing against Brooklyn is likely a factor in this decision, since Cleveland should be able to extend their winning streak regardless. Isaac Okoro will start in place of Mitchell, while Sam Merrill should see a boost in minutes.
Source: Serena Winters
MIA • Guard • #2
12 months ago
Rozier should be good to go despite a chest illness, but Rozier has had an abysmal season in Miami. He currently ranks outside the top-200 in nine-cat leagues for the first time since the 2016-17 season. He’ll continue to play a limited role off the bench, but he shouldn’t be rostered in most formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #18
12 months ago
Burks has missed Miami’s last three games with a back strain, but he could be back in the lineup against Los Angeles. He was starting prior to this injury, but he will likely return to a reserve role when he is made available, which will eliminate any streaming value that he held.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #2
12 months ago
Jerome has been rolling as a sparkplug off of Cleveland’s bench, and he’ll get the night off against Brooklyn. In his place, Sam Merrill and Craig Porter Jr. could see increased run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
12 months ago
Cleveland isn’t playing a back-to-back set, so the latest injuries to Mitchell and Hunter suggest that they may be game-time decisions against Brooklyn. Mitchell’s absence would free up additional playing time for Sam Merrill and Max Strus, while Isaac Okoro could absorb some of Hunter’s vacated minutes if he is sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 year ago
Herro was dealing with an illness entering this game, but that didn’t keep him from extending his streak of 20-point games to three. Herro has enjoyed the best season of his career thus far, but he wasn’t able to do enough on Monday to end Miami’s losing streak, which now sits at four games. Things won’t get easier as the week progresses, with matchups against the Clippers, Celtics and Grizzlies coming up. Still, for fantasy managers, Herro should continue to fill up the stat sheet. He only hit one three-pointer in this game, but that won’t happen often.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 year ago
It has been a down season overall for Adebayo, but he has been playing incredibly well in recent weeks. This was his fourth-straight game with at least 20 points, and he has averaged 24.4 points, 10.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.3 three-pointers per game over the past two weeks, which has him ranked inside the top ten in nine-cat value during that stretch. Adebayo is clicking at the right time for fantasy managers, and Miami still has three more games this week, with the Clippers up next on Wednesday.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Wiggins started Monday’s game off strong, scoring 12 points in the first quarter. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to add much to his scoring total after that. Following a five-game absence with an ankle injury, he has been solid in two games since returning. He has averaged 20.5 points, five rebounds, 1.5 assists, one block and two three-pointers while shooting 50 percent from the floor. Miami still has three more games this week, with a matchup against the Clippers on Wednesday up next.
MIA • Small Forward and Power Forward • #24
about 1 year ago
Highsmith will once again be available to play. He will continue to occupy his typical significant role off the bench, though he hasn’t contributed much in the box score. However, he has been efficient recently, which has helped him provide top-125 value in nine-cat leagues over the last two weeks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 year ago
Initially questionable for Monday’s game, Robinson is available and will provide depth off the bench. While he has been a consistent member of the Heat rotation, Robinson offers limited upside in fantasy basketball. Unless there’s a need for three-pointers, he is not a must-roster player in most leagues.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Guard • #18
about 1 year ago
Burks will miss a third-straight game due to lower back pain. Burks started three games in a row prior to this stint on the sidelines, but with Tyler Herro healthy, that won’t continue when he returns. Duncan Robinson, Terry Rozier and Jaime Jaquez Jr. will continue to dominate the reserve minutes on the perimeter.
Source: Anthony Chiang
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Initially probable for Monday’s game, Wiggins has been upgraded to available. On Saturday, he played 28 minutes in his return from a sprained right ankle, so fantasy managers should expect a similar workload from the Heat forward.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 year ago
No surprise here as Herro was initially listed as probable with an illness. Fantasy managers can insert the 25-year-old point guard into lineups as usual Monday. Herro has been a top-30 fantasy player since the All-Star break.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Mitchell shot 1-of-7 from beyond the arc, hence the poor field-goal percentage in Sunday’s victory. He’s only making 43.6 percent of his attempts from the field since the All-Star break, which has been a factor in Mitchell’s decreased fantasy value. He has only been a ninth-round player in eight-cat formats since the break, but there should not be too much concern among fantasy managers. The more significant issue, at least in the short term, is Cleveland only playing three games during Week 19.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Mobley’s three steals are the most he’s had in a game since February 21, when he hit that number in the Cavaliers’ blowout of the Knicks. Since the All-Star break, the 7-footer has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. The only negative for fantasy managers is the schedule, as Cleveland only plays three games during Week 19. That won’t hurt Mobley too much, but given his productivity, it would be better to have him available for four games.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 1 year ago
All five Cavaliers starters scored in double figures Sunday night, with Strus leading the way. The 17 points are the most he’s scored in a game since February 25, and the Cavaliers wing is averaging 2.5 three-pointers since the All-Star break. However, Strus hasn’t provided much value in the other fantasy-relevant categories most nights, with Sunday’s nine-rebound effort being an exception. He’s only worth a look in deep leagues where there’s a need for three-pointers.
MIA • Small Forward and Power Forward • #24
about 1 year ago
Haywood hasn’t done much since being moved to the bench and his absence could give Kyle Anderson a chance to log a few extra minutes. Neither player will impact fantasy basketball significantly, though.
MIA • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 year ago
Robinson scored 12 points his last time out and Burks is looking to return from a two-game layoff. Pelle Larsson could draw another spot start if either wing is ruled out.
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 year ago
Ware scored his seven points on seven shot attempts, so there wasn’t much to write home about on offense. He shined, however, on the defensive end with a team-high rebound total and four stocks. Production like this is absolutely sustainable for the rookie moving forward.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Wiggins was hot in four contests before his five-game absence, and he picked up right where he left off against Chicago. Wiggins tied Bam Adebayo for team lead in the scoring department, and he shot an efficient 9-of-17 from the floor and 3-of-5 from beyond the arc.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Wiggins will return following a five-game absence, and he should immediately re-join the starting five. In four games prior to his injury, Wiggins averaged 20.8 points, five rebounds, three assists and 1.3 steals.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_06PM.pdf
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 year ago
Ware will be back in action following a three-game absence, and he should reclaim his starting spot from Kevin Love. Burks’ second straight absence should free up additional minutes for Terry Rozier.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_06PM.pdf
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Wiggins and Burks both sat against the Timberwolves on Friday. Pelle Larsson stepped in as a starter for Wiggins and will likely do so again if he’s ruled out for another contest to kick off the weekend. A host of wings could help absorb Burks’ minutes.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 year ago
Adebayo had a chance to win Friday’s game, but his three-point attempt was well off the mark as time expired. However, fantasy managers will be pleased with the Heat center’s final stat line, as he extended his double-double streak to three games. Since the All-Star break, Adebayo has provided top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, which is well ahead of his production for the season. Between the injuries and Jimmy Butler no longer being a team member, the Heat need this version of Adebayo to show up nightly.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
With Alec Burks unavailable, Larsson made his first start since January 23 and second of the season on Friday. Unfortunately, the rookie wing did not provide much value, ultimately ceding playing time to reserves Duncan Robinson (15/4/1/2 with four three-pointers) and Haywood Highsmith (9/5/4/1 with one three-pointer). While worthy of a look in deep leagues due to the spot start, Larsson didn’t do enough to merit being added ahead of Saturday’s game against the Bulls.
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 year ago
Herro returned to the Heat lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Cavaliers with an illness, playing 39 minutes and recording a complete stat line. Since the All-Star break, the Heat guard has been a top-30 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. While Friday’s performance wasn’t the cleanest regarding Herro’s percentage from the field, Saturday’s matchup with the Bulls sets up to be a good one for him.
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 year ago
Allen’s double-double was his third in his last four games. The 26-year-old center was an absolute monster on the defensive end with five steals and a block against the Hornets Friday. Allen has made 15 consecutive free throws over his last five games, which only adds to his fantasy value. He’s provided sixth-round fantasy value on the season.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Mobley sat out Tuesday’s game against the Bulls for rest reasons, but has come back and posted a double-double in both games since. The 23-year-old center continues to have a breakout season that includes 29 double-doubles now. Mobley has been a fourth-round value in eight-category leagues since the All-Star break. Cleveland might look to give him some more nights off in the future as the Cavaliers prepare for a playoff run.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Mitchell missed all six of his 3-point attempts Friday, which was the first time he hadn’t made a 3-pointer in a game since February 16. The 28-year-old shooting guard instead continued to draw fouls and made 12-of-18 free throws. Mitchell has now attempted at least 11 free throws in four of his last six games. He’s scored at least 24 points in four straight games and seven of his last eight games. Fantasy managers will have to worry about potential rest days for Mitchell down the stretch given the Cavaliers’ huge lead for the No. 1 seed.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 year ago
The Heat are without Alec Burks for Friday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Larsson will fill the void and is worth a look in deep leagues because the Heat are shorthanded on the wings. The other change is Herro, whose return from an illness pushes the ineffective Terry Rozier to the bench.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 year ago
Herro was initially listed as questionable with an illness, but will ultimately play against the Timberwolves Friday. The 25-year-old shooting guard has been Miami’s top scorer and figures to take on a big role with Andrew Wiggins out again Friday.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 year ago
Jaquez is back after missing three games with a sprained ankle. He’ll provide depth on the wings, but the production this season has not been good enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Zach Weinberger
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 year ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Herro and Jaquez are expected to play. The former’s status is more impactful, as he has been Miami’s top scorer. Jaquez will provide depth on the wing but is unlikely to have a significant impact on most fantasy leagues.
Source: Ira Winderman
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Wiggins also missed Wednesday’s game with the same injury. With Burks also out Friday, Davion Mitchell, Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier should all see additional minutes. Robinson is the only one with streaming value at this point.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 year ago
Both Wiggins and Herro sat out Wednesday, and Miami turned to Davion Mitchell, Alex Burks, Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier to pick up the slack. That squad held its own and could have played Cleveland to overtime if not been for an errant out-of-bounds on Robinson before a would-be game-tying three. That same group would be in line for extended run on Friday if Wiggins or Herro are out again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 year ago
Jaquez Jr. has missed Miami’s last three games, but there is a chance that he returns to the rotation against Minnesota. The Heat have dealt with multiple injuries on the perimeter recently, and Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Alec Burks are also questionable on Friday. Terry Rozier and Duncan Robinson would be in line for more minutes if Jaquez, and the other questionable players, are ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #18
about 1 year ago
With Burks joining Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Jaime Jaquez Jr. as questionable for Friday’s game, the Heat’s rotation will be dependent on the status of quite a few players. Herro, Wiggins and Jaquez Jr. missed Miami’s game on Wednesday, which allowed Burks and Terry Rozier to start. If Burks joins the rest of them on the sidelines, Duncan Robinson could move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Bulls, Mobley recorded his 28th double-double of the season on Wednesday. By comparison, he had 22 in the entire 2023-24 campaign. Since the All-Star break, the Cavaliers forward has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. Mobley’s return pushed De’Andre Hunter to the bench, but that didn’t prevent him from delivering value. Hunter played 23 minutes, finishing with 16 points, five rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Wednesday night, Garland hit double digits in assists for the sixth time this season and first since February 2. However, the issue for him has been his shooting, especially since the All-Star break. Garland is shooting 34 percent from the field, 14 points below his mark for the season (48.1). While his season-long fantasy value remains strong, managers need Garland to turn the shooting around heading into the playoff weeks.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Wednesday’s victory made the Cavaliers the first team to clinch a playoff spot, and Mitchell led the way. He’s scored 25 points or more in three straight and six of his last seven games, providing fifth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. While that doesn’t align with Mitchell’s season-long fantasy value, his availability will be the more significant concern for fantasy managers. Cleveland holds a sizable lead on Boston for the best record in the East, which could result in a few more rest days for Mitchell before the end of the regular season.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
After sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Bulls for rest reasons, Mobley is back in the Cavaliers’ lineup. His return means De’Andre Hunter heads to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a slight hit. He should still be rostered in some 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Garland struggled from inside the arc on Tuesday, making two of his 11 attempts. He was far more accurate from deep, shooting 5-of-11 from three. Overall, shooting has been an issue for Garland since the break. Ranked just outside the top 150 in nine-cat formats, he’s made 32.9 percent of his attempts from the field. Fantasy managers need Garland to turn things around with the playoffs either underway or on the horizon in most leagues.
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 year ago
With sidekick Evan Mobley (rest) getting the night off, Allen produced a masterclass in the Windy City. The 17 rebounds were three shy of his season-high, and this was the Cavaliers center’s third game with at least 20 points and 15 rebounds. With Cleveland hosting Miami on Wednesday, it’s possible that Allen and Mobley will switch roles, with the former getting a night off. If so, Jarrett would still have two more opportunities to play during Week 18.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Mitchell returned to the Cavaliers’ lineup after getting Sunday afternoon off and made good use of the foul line in Chicago. The six-time All-Star attempted a season-high 14 free throws, which helped compensate for a 1-of-7 night from three. While Mitchell has only been a sixth-round player since the All-Star break, the only concern for fantasy managers is Cleveland’s lead atop the East. At this rate, the stars may get additional rest time as the team prepares for the postseason.
CLE • Small Forward • #12
about 1 year ago
Mitchell returns after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Trail Blazers for rest reasons. However, Hunter will remain in the starting lineup, as Evan Mobley is getting the night off. Since joining the Cavaliers via trade, Hunter has provided solid value and is worth streaming in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Mobley hasn’t missed a game since January 24, but he’ll sit out the first leg of Cleveland’s Tuesday-Wednesday back-to-back set. In his absence, Dean Wade and De’Andre Hunter should see more run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Mitchell is not on the injury report after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Trail Blazers for rest reasons. His return means De’Andre Hunter will head to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a hit. That said, Hunter should still be rostered in some 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 year ago
Allen provided a modest point total on Sunday, but the Cavaliers center finished with his 33rd double-double. Allen’s fantasy value has taken a hit since the All-Star break, as he has only been an 11th-round player in eight-cat formats. However, while Evan Mobley continues to emerge as an elite option on both ends of the floor, Allen’s fantasy value has not fallen off a cliff. A sixth-round player for the season, he can crack the top-50 before the season concludes.
CLE • Small Forward • #12
about 1 year ago
Starting in place of Donovan Mitchell (rest), Hunter did not provide much value during the first half of Sunday’s game, going scoreless with one shot attempt. That changed after the halftime break, as Hunter ripped off 28 points in the second half and overtime to help Cleveland extend its win streak to 10 games. Rostered in 39 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Hunter provides late-round value in 12-team formats, but that’s his ceiling due to the limited production outside of points, rebounds and three-pointers. And with Mitchell likely back for Tuesday’s game in Chicago, Hunter should be headed back to the bench.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 year ago
With Donovan Mitchell (rest) out, Jerome stepped up for the Cavaliers despite coming off the bench. He’s scored 19 points or more in three of his last four outings and is ranked just outside the top 50 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Rostered in 21 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Jerome hasn’t reached Payton Pritchard territory regarding fantasy value. However, he’s headed in the right direction.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Mobley has scored at least 17 points in six straight and nine of his last 10 games. He has also been Cleveland’s most valuable fantasy option since the All-Star break, providing second-round value in eight-cat formats. Thanks partly to Mobley’s efforts, the Cavaliers became the first team to reach 50 wins this season. Cleveland plays four games during Week 18, starting with the Bulls on Tuesday.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
Mitchell will get a rest night after scoring 41 points in Cleveland’s comeback win over the Celtics on Friday. He earned a night off, which should allow him to be available for their back-to-back on Tuesday and Wednesday to start next week. Isaac Okoro and De’Andre Hunter should both play extra minutes with Mitchell sidelined, with one of them likely moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 1 year ago
Mobley has recorded a double-double in five of his last seven games, providing top-20 value in eight-cat formats. During this run, he has averaged 19.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 0.9 steals, 2.3 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers per game. First-year head coach Kenny Atkinson has unlocked Mobley, and the results have been fantastic. He earned his first All-Star Game appearance, and given the names of some players ineligible for postseason honors, Mobley making an All-NBA team wouldn’t be far-fetched.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 1 year ago
With Boston scoring 17 of the game’s first 19 points, Cleveland appeared to be in danger of getting run out of the TD Garden. Not only did the Cavaliers avoid getting blown out, but they won the game for one of their most impressive results of the season. And Mitchell was front and center, dropping in a season-high 41 points. He did so efficiently, shooting 50 percent from the field and only recording two turnovers. Mitchell and the Cavaliers return home for their final game of Week 17, Sunday afternoon against Portland.