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CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 11 hours 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 11 hours 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 14 hours 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 14 hours 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 16 hours 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 20 hours 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
1 day 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 • • #
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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 • #
1 day 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
1 day 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
2 days 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
2 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
2 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
2 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.
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 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
PHI • Guard • #5
3 days 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.
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
3 days ago
Oubre stepped up in a big way for the shorthanded 76ers in this one. He set new season highs for both points and rebounds in the win while also recording his fourth double-double of the season. Oubre has been a decent option when he has started this year, but with Tyrese Maxey (pinky) set to miss a few weeks and both Joel Embiid and Paul George still unavailable, Oubre will continue to be vital to the team’s success, which should lead to more outings like this.
PHI • • #
3 days ago
Following a three-game absence with a back injury, Edgecombe returned for this game. With Tyrese Maxey (pinky) set to miss at least three weeks, 76ers coach Nick Nurse said before the game that he would be the team’s primary ball handler for this game. He led the starters in assists and could be a decent source of dimes over the next few weeks, assuming Cam Payne doesn’t return to the starting unit. Regardless, Edgecombe will be a priority option moving forward.
Source: Adam Aaronson
PHI • Guard • #1
3 days ago
Payne was pushed back to the bench with VJ Edgecombe (back) available, but he still played an important role off the bench. He had a monster first half, scoring 16 points with four three-pointers without missing a shot while also adding three stocks. Though he didn’t remain perfect from the floor, he did remain perfect from deep and the free throw line in what ended up being an incredible performance from Payne. This was the first time in franchise history that a player made at least eight triples without missing, and he became the first 76ers reserve to finish with at least 30 points and 10 assists while coming off the bench. The 31-year-old who signed a standard deal to return to the NBA during the All-Star break ended up setting new career highs for both points and three-pointers. With Tyrese Maxey (pinky) set to be re-evaluated in three weeks, Payne will be an important piece for the 76ers for the rest of this month and should be considered a must-roster player after this performance.
PHI • Guard • #0
4 days ago
Maxey has a tendon injury in his right pinky finger, which is his shooting hand. The injury occurred in Saturday’s loss to Atlanta, and he missed Monday’s game against the Cavaliers and had already been ruled out against the Grizzlies on Tuesday. This will have Maxey being re-evaluated on March 31, though he could remain sidelined longer than that. VJ Edgecombe is set to serve as the starting point guard against Memphis and could remain in that role for most of this month, with Cameron Payne filling out the backup minutes.
Source: Shams Charania
PHI • • #
4 days ago
Edgecombe is back after a three-game absence, and he’s going to spend a lot of time on the ball. As long as the rookie’s back doesn’t flare up, that’s great news for managers who have VJ on their rosters. Cameron Payne will head to the bench, taking on a role in which he offers limited fantasy value.
Source: Philadelphia 76ers
PHI • • #
4 days ago
After a three-game absence, Edgecombe has been cleared to return on Tuesday. As a result, Cameron Payne or Quentin Grimes will head to the bench. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Grimes offers a much higher fantasy ceiling than Payne. With 76ers head coach Nick Nurse saying that Edgecombe will get plenty of on-ball reps, Payne may be the odd man out of the starting lineup.
Source: Paul Hudrick
CLE • Point Guard • #
4 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
4 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
PHI • • #
4 days ago
Edgecombe could return to action following a three-game absence, and his return would mean less minutes for Quentin Grimes and Jabari Walker. Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on Edgecombe’s status ahead of Tuesday’s tip-off.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #19
4 days ago
Due to Philadelphia’s many injuries, Edwards has re-entered the rotation for the last three games. The 28 minutes he played against the Cavaliers were the most for the second-year wing since late November, and he took advantage of the opportunity. The 14 points were the most in a game for Edwards since November 11, when he scored a season-high 22 in a win over the Celtics. Edwards is not someone who has to be picked up in fantasy leagues, but he’ll have more opportunities to contribute during Philadelphia’s final four games of Week 20.
PHI • Guard • #1
4 days ago
Payne filled in as the starting point guard, as the 76ers were without Tyrese Maxey due to a sprained finger. While the scoring output was somewhat limited, the veteran point guard did not commit a turnover in his 28 minutes. With Maxey already ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Grizzlies, Payne will retain streaming value for at least one more game.
PHI • Guard • #5
4 days ago
With no Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe or Joel Embiid, there was plenty of room for Grimes to put points on the board. The 17 points were a team-high, and fantasy managers can benefit from the rebounds, assists and three-pointers as well. With Maxey and Embiid ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Grizzlies, Grimes will once again figure prominently in the 76ers’ offense in what should be a more fantasy-friendly matchup.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #23
4 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
4 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
4 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
4 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.
PHI • Guard • #1
5 days ago
Already without VJ Edgecombe, the 76ers won’t have Tyrese Maxey for at least the next two games. The All-Star guard has been replaced in the lineup by Payne, who’s worth streaming in deep leagues. However, Grimes should be the priority add for fantasy managers.
Source: Philadelphia 76ers
CLE • Power Forward • #32
5 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
PHI • • #
5 days ago
While the rookie was on the court for Monday’s pregame session, 76ers head coach Nick Nurse did not divulge how active Edgecombe was. There’s hope that he’ll be able to return soon, but an exact timeline has not been provided. Quentin Grimes has moved into the starting lineup and should be rostered until Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey (finger) return.
Source: Ky Carlin
PHI • Guard • #0
5 days ago
Maxey sprained a finger on his right late in Saturday’s loss to the Hawks. While a fracture was ruled out, the All-Star point guard will miss at least the first two games of Philadelphia’s five-game week. The hope is that Maxey won’t be out for much longer than that. Cameron Payne is likely to serve as the starting point guard, and he’s worthy of streaming consideration in deep leagues.
Source: Ky Carlin
CLE • Center • #31
5 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
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
5 days ago
Mitchell went off for 30/7/5/1/2 in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, and he’ll be available for the second leg of Cleveland’s back-to-back set. Expect Spida to handle his usual workload to kick off Cleveland’s four-game Week 20.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
5 days ago
Edgecombe will miss a third straight game, and Quentin Grimes should continue to start in his place. Jabari Walker is also in line for an expanded role in Philadelphia’s rotation. Grimes and Walker are great pickups as Philadelphia has five games on the schedule for Week 20.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
6 days ago
Edgecombe has missed Philadelphia’s last two games with a lumbar contusion. Quentin Grimes has filled in admirably as his replacement in the starting lineup and should be rostered, especially with Tyrese Maxey (finger) out for the next two games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #0
6 days ago
The good news is that Maxey has been diagnosed with a sprained finger on his right hand, ruling out a fracture following his injury late in Saturday’s loss to the Hawks. His absence on Monday and Tuesday likely means Cameron Payne will move into the starting lineup. While erratic, the opportunity makes Payne a worthwhile streamer in deep leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
6 days ago
Harden started slowly on Sunday, shooting 2-of-6 from the field and scoring six points in the first half. Like many of his teammates, The Beard was better in the second half, but the hole Cleveland found itself in early in the third quarter was too deep to climb out of. Harden did dish out 10 assists without recording a turnover, the first time he’s done so since joining the Cavaliers. Over his past two games, the former MVP totaled 15 assists and ten turnovers. Cleveland plays four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
6 days ago
Mobley, serving as the starting center with Jarrett Allen (knee) unavailable, had an excellent afternoon despite the Cavaliers’ 109-98 defeat. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, the 6-foot-11 forward/center was also responsible for eight rebounds and three blocked shots. With the Cavaliers hosting the 76ers on Monday, the boost to Mobley’s fantasy value would remain if Allen has to miss another game.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
6 days ago
Mitchell may have been one of the few Cavaliers to get the memo about the early starting time, as he scored 12 of the team’s 36 first-half points. He was even more productive in the second half, finishing with a game-high 30 points on solid percentages and a complete stat line. The Cavaliers play four games in Week 20, starting with the 76ers on Monday. Due to his having missed the last four games with a strained groin, Mitchell may not be a lock to play against Philadelphia.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
6 days ago
Mitchell and Wade are back after missing time with groin and ankle injuries, respectively. However, the Cavaliers will be without Jarrett Allen (knee), so Merrill will be the fifth starter. Jaylon Tyson, who moved into the lineup following Mitchell’s injury, returns to the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #32
6 days ago
After a three-game absence with a sprained ankle, Wade is good to go for Sunday’s key matchup with the Celtics. He’ll likely slide into the space that was occupied by Jarrett Allen, who has been ruled out with a knee injury. This would also mean Evan Mobley is the starting center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
6 days ago
Tyson is available despite dealing with a strained neck suffered during Tuesday’s win over the Pistons. With Donovan Mitchell and Dean Wade also available, the second-year wing could be headed to the bench, with Sam Merrill serving as the fifth starter. However, Tyson should play enough to retain value in 14-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
6 days ago
After a four-game absence, Mitchell is good to go for Cleveland’s matchup with the Celtics. His return will bump Sam Merrill or Jaylon Tyson to the bench, with the other likely starting due to Jarrett Allen (knee) being out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
6 days ago
Back in the 76ers’ lineup after a two-game absence, Oubre looked spry in his 36 minutes on the court. The lone negatives for him were the free-throw percentage and turnovers, with Oubre going 1-of-3 from the charity stripe and committing five turnovers. Depending on what happens with Tyrese Maxey, who injured his right hand during the fourth quarter, Oubre could move up in the offensive pecking order for Philadelphia’s five-game Week 20.
PHI • Guard • #5
6 days ago
With VJ Edgecome (back) once again sidelined, Grimes remained in the starting lineup despite Kelly Oubre Jr.'s return to action. And he produced a solid stat line, shooting 66.7 percent from the field. The 26 points were two points shy of a season-high for Grimes, who entered Saturday having totaled 32 points in his prior four appearances. Depending on the severity of Tyrese Maxey’s hand injury, Grimes could be a player of even greater importance during Philadelphia’s five-game Week 20.
PHI • Guard • #0
6 days ago
While Maxey finished Saturday’s defeat with an excellent stat line, that was the furthest thing from anyone’s mind when he left with 16.2 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. The All-Star guard injured his right hand when he collided with teammate Adem Bona. Maxey was scheduled to undergo X-rays on the hand, but no announcement has been made regarding the injury’s severity. If he has to miss time, Cam Payne and even Kyle Lowry could figure more prominently within the 76ers’ rotation.
Source: Gina Mizell
CLE • Point Guard • #
7 days ago
Proctor has a strained quad and could miss multiple games. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially with Donovan Mitchell (groin) on track to return on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
7 days ago
Tyson is dealing with a strained neck. If he’s unable to play on Sunday, that would free up additional minutes for Keon Ellis, whose defensive ability makes him a key member of Cleveland’s bench rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
7 days ago
Wade practiced on Friday and is on track to return after missing Cleveland’s last three games with a sprained ankle. With Jarrett Allen (knee) out, Wade will likely be the starting power forward, with Evan Mobley shifting to the five.
Source: NBA Injury Report