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PHI • Shooting Guard • #25
about 1 month ago
Terry was not available for Sunday’s win over the Trail Blazers. While his availability does not affect fantasy basketball, fellow two-way contract player MarJon Beauchamp has picked up a few additional minutes in Terry’s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #34
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game will be the third that Walker has missed due to illness. Trendon Watford’s playing time has increased in recent games, but not to the point where he can be trusted in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Tyson is on track to return Tuesday night after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks with a sore left ankle. He’ll provide added depth on the wing, but it may not be enough to affect fantasy basketball with Max Strus available and Sam Merrill possibly returning from a hamstring injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Merrill has missed the last two games with tightness in his left hamstring. Keon Ellis moved into the starting lineup in his absence and may continue to do so. However, Max Strus (foot) made his season debut on Sunday and played extremely well. Ultimately, he may be the fifth starter once the Cavaliers are back to full strength.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Porter strained his left groin during Friday’s win over the Mavericks in Dallas. While his absence leaves the Cavaliers down an option at the point guard position, they should have enough depth to compensate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks was the fifth game that Proctor has missed since suffering a strained right quad. He’ll miss at least three more games before being re-evaluated, but this does not affect fantasy basketball due to Cleveland’s point guard depth.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Center • #31
about 1 month ago
Allen, who has not appeared in a game since March 3, will remain out for all three games of Cleveland’s road trip that begins in Milwaukee on Tuesday. In his absence, the Cavaliers have used Evan Mobley as their starting center, with Keon Ellis being the fifth starter the last two games due to Sam Merrill’s hamstring injury. With Max Strus back from a foot injury, there could come a point when he’s starting instead of Ellis.
Source: Danny Cunningham
PHI • • #
about 2 months ago
Edgecombe sliding over in the starting point guard role in Tyrese Maxey’s stead has not resulted in a groundswell of assists. However, he did hit double figures in rebounds for the fourth time on Sunday, and fantasy managers also benefited from the blocked shots and percentages. Even with the 76ers playing three games in Week 21, Edgecombe’s role has raised his fantasy ceiling. Whether he reaches it will depend on his progression as a playmaker for others.
PHI • Forward • #19
about 2 months ago
Edwards has started the 76ers’ last three games, and his points tally has increased in each. He finished Sunday’s victory with his first 20-point game since November 11 and second of the season. While the overall stat line was somewhat lean, the few who streamed Edwards aren’t doing much complaining. His place in the starting lineup moving forward depends on Kelly Oubre Jr., who has been out with a sprained left elbow. The 76ers play three games in Week 21, starting with the Nuggets on Tuesday.
PHI • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Injuries have thrust Grimes into a prominent role within the 76ers’ rotation, and he’s taken advantage more often than not. Since scoring two points in his first start on March 3, the 76ers guard has reached double figures in seven straight, surpassing 20 points in four. Sundays’ performance was the best of the bunch for Grimes, who finished with a season-high 31. With Tyrese Maxey (finger) unlikely to help fantasy managers again this season, Grimes is a must-add in 12-team leagues.
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona is good to go after being listed as questionable on the 76ers’ initial injury report. He’ll slot in as the starting center, with Andre Drummond serving as the backup. Completing the starting lineup are VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes, Justin Edwards and Dominick Barlow.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Drummond has missed the last two games with a back injury, but is set to return Sunday against the Trail Blazers. Adem Bona will start with Drummond coming off the bench, which limits his fantasy potential.
PHI • Shooting Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Terry’s absence does not affect fantasy basketball, but it does leave the 76ers with one less option on the perimeter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
PHI • Shooting Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Terry is dealing with a left shoulder impingement. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the former first-round pick has not played consistent rotation minutes since joining the 76ers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Walker will miss a second straight game due to illness, leaving the 76ers down a frontcourt option off the bench. Starter Dominick Barlow and reserve Trendon Watford take on added importance within the 76ers’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Drummond did not play in Saturday’s win over the Nets, leaving the 76ers shorthanded at the center position. Adem Bona (back) is also questionable, and he played 33 minutes as the starting center on Saturday. Dominick Barlow, who is already a starter, would shift to center if both players sit, with Trendon Watford entering the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona returned to the starting lineup on Saturday after missing Philadelphia’s prior game, playing 33 minutes in a win over the Nets. Andre Drummond (back), who is also questionable, did not play on Sunday. With Jabari Walker (illness) out, Dominick Barlow will have to shift into the starting center role if Bona and Drummond can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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 • #
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
PHI • Forward • #19
about 2 months ago
Edwards missed all three of his three-point attempts, but otherwise had a fantastic game in the win over the Nets on Saturday. The 22-year-old small forward isn’t worth rostering in most fantasy leagues, but should continue to see more opportunities with the 76ers still dealing with injuries.
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona started with Andre Drummond (back) and Joel Embiid (knee) out and almost had a double-double against the Nets on Saturday. The 22-year-old center had nine points and 10 rebounds while also contributing a steal and four blocks on the defensive end. Bona will continue to be worth streaming while the 76ers are short-handed.
PHI • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
With the 76ers dealing with a litany of injuries, Grimes continues to start and see heavy usage. The 25-year-old shooting guard took over the game Saturday against the Nets, dropping 28 points on 22 field goal attempts in the victory. Grimes should continue to excel in this role while Tyrese Maxey (pinky) is sidelined. The 76ers take on the Trail Blazers on Sunday in the second game of a back-to-back.
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
With Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond still out, Bona is the next man up at the center position for the 76ers. Bona missed Thursday’s loss to the Pistons himself with a sore back, but is available for Saturday’s game against the Nets, pushing Trendon Watford to the bench.
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona missed Thursday’s loss to the Pistons with a sore back, which left the 76ers severely shorthanded due to Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond also being out. Bona is active Saturday with Embiid and Drummond still sidelined. He should play as many minutes as he can handle against the Nets.
PHI • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Walker had 16 points in 18 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Pistons, but has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets with an illness. The 76ers are going to be severely shorthanded once again as Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, Kelly Oubre and Andre Drummond are all out again. With Adem Bona (back) still questionable, it’s reasonable to assume Dominick Barlow and Trendon Watford will see minutes in this game.
PHI • Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Drummond was initially questionable due to back spasms, but has since been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Nets. Adem Bona remains questionable with a sore back. Both centers missed Thursday’s loss to the Pistons, which allowed Dominick Barlow to move into the starting lineup.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona and Drummond sat out Thursday’s loss to the Pistons, the former due to a sore back and the latter due to back spasms. Dominick Barlow served as the starting center in Detroit, with Trendon Watford moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months 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
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
Embiid has missed Philadelphia’s last six games with a strained oblique, and five games last month with a knee injury. To say that the 76ers have struggled in the former MVP’s absence would be an understatement, especially since Tyrese Maxey went down with a finger injury. For Thursday’s loss to the Pistons, the 76ers didn’t have Andre Drummond or Adem Bona, either. Dominick Barlow served as the starting center, finishing with 11 points, four rebounds, two steals, one block and one three-pointer.
Source: Ky Carlin
PHI • • #
about 2 months ago
After a solid showing in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies, his first after a three-game absence with a back injury, Edgecombe struggled in Detroit. Not only did he miss all five of his three-point attempts, but the rookie shot 3-of-9 from two and did not record an assist. Saturday’s matchup with the Nets should be far more forgiving for Edgecombe, as Brooklyn is headed back to the draft lottery.
PHI • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Once again used in a reserve role, Payne’s streak of consecutive made three-pointers ended at 10 during Thursday’s defeat. He still had a solid night scoring-wise, but those who have streamed him may have hoped for a better assist tally. Even if Payne continues to come off the bench, which is likely since the 76ers want to put the ball in VJ Edgecombe’s hands more, he’s worth streaming while Tyrese Maxey (finger) is out.
PHI • Forward • #0
about 2 months ago
The 76ers’ many absences freed up opportunities for players who normally would not be guaranteed rotation minutes, including Beauchamp. Just over a month removed from scoring a then-season high 10 points, the former first-round pick surpassed that number in Detroit. Beauchamp’s night won’t affect fantasy basketball, but it could be a step toward him earning a standard contract somewhere for next season.
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
The 76ers won’t have Joel Embiid, Adem Bona or Andre Drummond for Thursday’s game. As a result, Barlow shifts to the starting center spot, with Watford moving into the starting lineup. Also, Edwards starts because Kelly Oubre Jr. is out.
Source: Philadelphia 76ers
PHI • Center • #1
about 2 months ago
Already without Joel Embiid and Adem Bona, the 76ers won’t have Drummond for Thursday’s game, either. Expect to see plenty of Jabari Walker, and he’s worth streaming despite the challenging matchup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard • #
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Joel Embiid (oblique) is also out, and Andre Drummond (back spasms) is questionable, so the 76ers will be very short-handed against a Pistons team with a talented frontcourt. If Drummond can’t play, the 76ers will likely turn to Dominick Barlow as more of a small-ball center with Trendon Watford and Jabari Walker playing more minutes.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
The 76ers will be down another starter for the foreseeable future, as Oubre has been diagnosed with a sprained LCL in his left elbow. Trendon Watford is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, and this would make him worthy of a look in deep leagues.
Source: Noah Levick
PHI • Forward • #30
about 2 months ago
Bona is dealing with a sore back. With Joel Embiid (oblique) still out, the 76ers would rely mainly on Andre Drummond and Jabari Walker if Bona can’t play against the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 2 months 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
PHI • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
This was a fifth straight start for Grimes, and while the first was rough, he has averaged 20.3 points over the last four while shooting 50 percent from the floor. He hasn’t offered much in other categories, but the 76ers will need his continued offensive production with Tyrese Maxey (pinky) set to miss at least three weeks. Grimes should continue to see a bump in minutes and scoring moving forward.
CLE • Point Guard • #
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
about 2 months 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.