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BOS • Center • #88
3 months ago
Queta was initially listed as probable, so his availability for Wednesday’s game against the Bulls isn’t a surprise. The 26-year-old center was said to be dealing with a sprained right ankle, though it didn’t cost him to miss any games.
BOS • Forward • #30
3 months ago
Hauser was initially listed as probable, so his availability against the Bulls on Wednesday isn’t a surprise. The 28-year-old small forward missed Sunday’s loss to the Knicks with back spasms. His return will likely push Baylor Scheierman back to the bench.
DAL • Point Guard • #21
3 months ago
Moved into the starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, Jones appeared to be in a good spot to offer solid fantasy value. Unfortunately, things did not play out that way for the guard in his first start as a Maverick. Jones played 15 minutes, with Naji Marshall replacing him in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Between that and Brandon Williams (5/2/2/1) playing more minutes off the bench, this was not the most encouraging night for Jones or those who considered picking him up off the waiver wire.
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Flagg’s frequent trips to the foul line gave his point total a nice boost, but overall, this was a modest night for the rookie. While his run of games with at least 32 points ended at four in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, he’s scored 27 or more in five of his last six. Given the constant changes of the actual point guards in the Mavericks’ rotation, head coach Jason Kidd may decide to simply put the ball in Flagg’s hands even more after the All-Star break. And fantasy managers may favor that approach.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
Marshall came off the bench on Tuesday, with Tyus Jones bumping him from the starting lineup. That didn’t prevent Naji from having one of his most productive nights of the season, recording his second 30-point stat line in three games and fourth of the season. Marshall would replace the ineffective Jones in the Mavericks’ lineup to begin the third quarter, and it’s difficult to envision a scenario in which that doesn’t hold for Thursday’s game against the Lakers.
DAL • Point Guard • #21
3 months ago
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has made two changes to his starting lineup. After coming off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, Jones and Washington move into the starting lineup. Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin will head to the bench, with the former still being a player worth holding onto in deep leagues.
Source: Grant Afseth
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 months ago
Initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, Thompson will sit out Dallas’ penultimate game before the All-Star break. Khris Middleton is available to make his Mavericks’ debut, so he can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Thompson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #88
3 months ago
While Queta’s sprained right ankle did not result in him missing any games, Hauser sat out Sunday’s loss to the Knicks due to lower back spasms. Both are on track to play Wednesday night, with the latter’s return likely pushing Baylor Scheierman to the bench. On Sunday, Scheierman recorded his first career double-double, which included a career-high 13 rebounds.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 months ago
Thompson could get the night off despite not dealing with an injury. He has played roughly 20 minutes per game off the bench over the Mavericks’ last three games and should see a similar role if he’s available. Khris Middleton is expected to make his debut for Dallas, so he would soak up Thompson’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
Absent from the injury report, Middleton is on track to make his Mavericks debut on Tuesday. With Dallas being best served to strengthen its draft lottery odds, the veteran forward may not log heavy minutes anytime soon. As was the case in Washington, Middleton does not qualify as a must-roster player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
3 months ago
Starting for the injured Sam Hauser (back), Scheierman had arguably the best game of his two-year NBA career. The second-year guard recorded his second double-double, finishing with career-highs in rebounds and assists. His fantasy ceiling depends on whether he starts or comes off the bench, but Scheierman will be worth streaming when allowed to approach 30 minutes, as he did against the Knicks.
BOS • Guard • #9
3 months ago
White shot the ball well on Sunday, which has not been the norm for him this season. The Celtics guard is shooting 39 percent from the field, but his fantasy value remains excellent due to his production across multiple categories. White did not record any defensive stats on Sunday, but that has not been the norm for him. He’ll look to go into the All-Star break on a high note when the Celtics face the Bulls on Wednesday.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
3 months ago
Brown did what he could to get the Celtics back into Sunday’s game, including scoring or assisting on all 15 of the team’s third-quarter points. Unfortunately for him, the other Celtics struggled to join the party, and the result was a 111-89 defeat. Brown has been outstanding all season long, and it’s not like he had a bad game on Sunday. He and the Celtics play three games in Week 17, but only one will be played before the All-Star break.
BOS • Guard • #55
3 months ago
The Celtics are without Sam Hauser for Sunday’s game due to lower back spasms. Scheierman will fill the resulting void, but he offers limited streaming value in that role. Payton Pritchard and Nikola Vučević will anchor the bench unit.
Source: Keith Smith
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
3 months ago
Tatum has been out since rupturing his right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Celtics’ second-round series against the Knicks in May. While he has progressed faster than most returning from this severe of an injury, there is still no guarantee that Tatum will play this season. According to Charania, the forward still does not have a timeline to return.
Source: Keith Smith
BOS • Forward • #30
3 months ago
Lower back spasms will keep Hauser out of Sunday’s matchup with the Knicks. The last time he missed a game, Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, the Celtics inserted Baylor Scheierman into the starting lineup. That could be the approach that Joe Mazzulla takes against the Knicks, but Scheierman is not a must-stream player in this spot.
Source: Jack Simone
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Christie led three Mavericks starters in double figures, and he’s scored at least ten points in five consecutive games. The issue for him recently, even with the double-digit points streak, has been that Christie has made just 38.4 percent of his shots from the field over the past two weeks. Given the limited assists and defensive stats, Christie has limited upside in category leagues.
DAL • Power Forward • #
3 months ago
For the few who had Bagley rostered, his Mavericks debut went about as well as one could hope. Despite coming off the bench, he played 24 minutes, six more than starter Daniel Gafford (nine points, four rebounds and two assists), who was in foul trouble for most of the night. Even if the minutes were reversed, Bagley offers solid fantasy upside in Dallas. Deep-league managers should consider picking him up, with Dallas playing four games in Week 17.
DAL • Point Guard • #21
3 months ago
Making his first appearance since being traded to Dallas, Jones played 17 minutes on Saturday. While the assist production was excellent, he’s in a challenging spot as far as fantasy relevance is concerned. The basketball will be in Cooper Flagg’s (14/4/4 with two three-pointers) hands a lot as he continues to develop as a pro. So even if Jones were to move into the starting lineup at some point, he would not be worth the risk unless there’s a dire need for assists.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 months ago
Thompson turned back the clock during the second quarter of Saturday’s game, scoring 14 points on 4-of-6 shooting from the field. The Spurs did a better job of defending Thompson during the second half, but the final stat line was solid. Unfortunately for the few who hold out hope that Klay can achieve fantasy relevance, he wasn’t moved at the trade deadline. Getting to a team with postseason ambitions may have given him a better shot at providing value later in the season.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
While Tyus Jones, AJ Johnson and Marvin Bagley III are available to make their Mavericks’ debuts on Saturday, Middleton is out. Nothing has been reported regarding a potential buyout, but it may be worth keeping an eye out for. Middleton’s timeline doesn’t align with the Mavericks’, especially with the franchise pivoting to a rebuild.
Source: Christian Clark
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Williams was initially listed as probable, so his availability isn’t much of a surprise, though he missed the last two games. With Ryan Nembhard listed as doubtful, Williams and Tyus Jones, who is making his Mavericks debut, figure to have added playmaking responsibilities in this one.
BOS • Center • #9
3 months ago
Vučević came off the bench in his Celtics debut, and the veteran center put up a double-double. Vooch logged 28 minutes, with Luka Garza (two points, three rebounds) being the holdover whose opportunities took the biggest hit. He started but logged 10 minutes, while Neemias Queta (two points, 11 rebounds, and one assist) logged 22. With Vučević in the fold, those who have Queta rostered can afford to be patient, while Garza managers should seek alternatives immediately.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Guard • #11
3 months ago
Pritchard has scored at least 24 points in each of the last three games. The move to the bench appears to have enhanced the guard’s value, an unsurprising development since he won Sixth Man of the Year last season. Just as crucial for fantasy managers is that Pritchard is still playing starters’ minutes. Those who have him rostered may consider selling high in the final days before the default fantasy trade deadline, but they may be better off holding onto Pritchard.
BOS • Guard • #9
3 months ago
While he didn’t shoot the ball well on Friday, category league managers didn’t take much of a haircut because of White’s overall value. After totaling four blocked shots in his previous seven games, White matched that number on Friday. The four rejections were three shy of his season and career-highs, which were recorded on December 30 against the Jazz. Despite the low field-goal percentage, White is providing third-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
3 months ago
Brown and the Celtics started slowly, with the Heat outscoring Boston 29-15 in the first quarter and the All-Star wing shooting 1-of-6 from the field. The home team would eventually get going, pulling even with a 25-7 third-quarter run. Brown has scored at least 29 points in seven of his last ten games, continuing to play at an elite level. The Celtics end Week 16 with a home game against the Knicks on Sunday.
BOS • Center • #52
3 months ago
Hauser is back in the lineup after missing Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, but it isn’t Garza who’s headed to the bench. Instead, Baylor Scheierman will move to the second unit, with Garza’s solid play earning him another start. Also, Nikola Vučević will come off the bench in his Celtics debut.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington is back after missing the last two games due to the league’s concussion protocol. Caleb Martin has started the previous two games, and he may be headed back to the bench with Washington available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Williams has missed Dallas’s last two games, but he appears on track to return Saturday night. While Ryan Nembhard played 17 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, he’s listed as doubtful for Saturday due to his two-way contract status. Add in Tyus Jones potentially making his Mavericks’ debut, and Nembhard is unlikely to be a factor in fantasy basketball if Williams sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Since scoring 24 points in a January 24 loss to the Lakers, Christie scored 13 points or less in four consecutive games. The Mavericks’ guard was better against the Spurs, but a 2-of-8 night from beyond the arc kept the points tally at 20. Even with the addition of Khris Middleton, those who have Christie rostered should not panic. With an eye toward the future, the Mavericks would be better served playing Max starters’ minutes than lightening his workload the rest of the season.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
Marshall has not been a player that fantasy managers look to for three-point production, as he entered Thursday with ten games of at least two triples. That changed on Thursday, as the Mavericks’ wing hit four, matching his career-high. Add in the points, rebounds and assists, and this was a good night to have Marshall rostered. Of course, category league managers will want some defensive production out of Naji. Still, he’s one of the few reliable fantasy options on the Mavericks’ roster beyond Cooper Flagg at this point.
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Flagg has been on a roll recently, scoring at least 32 points in four straight games. The Mavericks’ rookie shot over 50 percent from the field despite San Antonio’s defensive focus throughout, recording a complete stat line. With Anthony Davis no longer in the picture, Dallas’ focus for the rest of the season will be on identifying the areas they need to address to build a team around Flagg for the franchise’s next era.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford is available after initially being questionable for Thursday’s game. If his right ankle gives the center any difficulty, the Mavericks would then turn to Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé to pick up the slack.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Williams remains out for a second straight game due to a lower right leg contusion. Due to the trades Dallas executed before the trade deadline, they’ll rely even more on Cooper Flagg and Ryan Nembhard as the primary playmakers.
Source: Noah Weber
BOS • Center • #9
3 months ago
Acquired from the Bulls on Tuesday, Vučević will be available to make his Celtics debut on Friday. While his addition to the rotation may not eliminate starter Neemias Queta’s fantasy value since they have different skill sets, Vooch’s arrival likely means fewer opportunities for Luka Garza. Those who have rostered Vučević or Queta throughout the season should hold, at least until it’s clear how head coach Joe Mazzulla will set up the new rotation.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Forward • #30
3 months ago
Hauser is back after missing Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, the Celtics’ second game in as many nights. With the sharpshooter back in the fold, Luka Garza will head to the bench. And with Nikola Vučević available to make his Celtics’ debut, Garza’s limited fantasy value will take a hit.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
3 months ago
Brown did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, which was Boston’s second game in as many nights. His return will push Ron Harper Jr. to the bench, whether the fourth-year wing will have minimal value at best.
Source: Jack Simone
DAL • Point Guard • #21
3 months ago
Two players that have already been moved at this deadline will be swung once again. Jones will provide a veteran ball handler for a young team that has lacked a consistent option at point guard this season. Having Jones in the rotation will help Cooper Flagg’s development without resulting in extra wins. Jones could be a solid source of assists if he is able to playing at least 20 minutes per game, though he will likely come off the bench.
Source: Shams Charania
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
3 months ago
Boston selected Williams with the 46th pick last summer and initially signed him to a two-way deal. He has been solid and has earned a standard deal with the team. Most of his rookie year has been in the G League, though he does have two starts for the Celtics under his belt. However, with Nikola Vucevic now in town, he’ll likely remain just a depth piece this season.
Source: Marc Stein
BOS • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
3 months ago
With Jaylen Brown out due to injury and Anfernee Simons traded, the Celtics called on Harper to move into the starting lineup. Making the first start of his four-year NBA career, Harper was effective as a scorer and rebounder while also taking on the assignment of guarding Kevin Durant for lengthy stretches. Wednesday’s game doesn’t affect his standing in redraft leagues, but Harper may have earned himself another opportunity the next time the Celtics are shorthanded.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Center • #88
3 months ago
Queta was dominant in Wednesday’s blowout of the Rockets, finishing one rebound and one blocked shot shy of his career-highs in those categories. Add in the steals and percentages, and this was an excellent night for Queta managers. The question now is how Nikola Vučević’s arrival affects Queta, but that may be a greater concern for Luka Garza (19/6/2/2 with two three-pointers in 34 minutes). At a minimum, the Celtics’ frontcourt rotation received a needed boost via the Vučević trade.
BOS • Guard • #11
3 months ago
Pritchard came off the bench for both games of the Celtics’ Texas two-step, and had a significant impact. In addition to giving the second unit needed ball-handling, the “P Rabbit” totaled 53 points in wins over the Mavericks and Rockets. With Anfernee Simons no longer in the picture, Pritchard will likely remain in the sixth-man role. And that may actually boost his fantasy value.
BOS • Guard • #9
3 months ago
After shooting 4-of-13 from the field in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks, White was better as the Celtics used a huge third quarter to win in Houston without Jaylen Brown. The Celtics’ guard finished with his first 20-point game in nearly a month, as the 28 points were the most for him since a January 10 loss to the Spurs. However, even with the decreased field-goal percentage, White’s fantasy value has been fine because of everything else that he brings to the table. The Celtics head home for their final two games of Week 16, Friday against the Heat and Sunday against the Knicks.
BOS • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
3 months ago
The Celtics are without Jaylen Brown and Sam Hauser for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. However, Payton Pritchard will remain in the bench role he held in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks. Harper and Garza are the new starters, with the former making his first start in four NBA seasons. Of the two, Garza is the safer streaming option.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
3 months ago
Hamstring and knee injuries will keep Brown out for the second game of Boston’s back-to-back in Texas. Payton Pritchard came off the bench in Tuesday’s win over the Mavericks, and Brown’s absence may push him back into the starting five.
Source: Boston Celtics
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Williams did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics, leading to more minutes for Jaden Hardy and Ryan Nembhard. Hardy has since been traded to the Wizards, meaning Nembhard’s playing time would increase if Williams remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford, whose right ankle has been an issue since the start of training camp, sprained it again during the second quarter of Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics. While he did return during the third quarter, the Mavericks center is back on the injury report. If he can’t play against the Spurs, Dallas will rely on Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé to handle the center position.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington missed Tuesday’s game against the Celtics after leaving Saturday’s game against the Rockets early with a head injury. Now the 27-year-old power forward is set to miss another game as he remains in the league’s concussion protocol. Caleb Martin could see another start Thursday with Washington out.
DAL • Power Forward • #
3 months ago
Bagley has been a solid backup center for Washington this season, which includes some productive outings as a starter. With Dallas, he could be productive down the stretch of this season. He isn’t a long-term solution at center, but he will be part of the rotation along with Daniel Gafford, Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell. Bagley is arguably the best offensive big in that group, so he should be able to carve out a place in the rotation and could spend time as a starter, given Gafford’s injury frequency.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #22
3 months ago
Branham has been a volume scorer through the first four seasons of his career, which has led to some productive nights. However, he hasn’t been able to carve out a sustained role. He’ll get the chance in Dallas, and he could be a strong option during silly season. He’s only 22 years old, so there is still some upside here, but it is unlikely that he ends up as a long-term guard option for the Mavs.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
3 months ago
Middleton has had a solid season in Washington, and he will now get a fresh start in Dallas. Just like with the Wizards, Middleton’s availability for the rest of the season will be spotty, though he should be relatively effective when available. He’ll be part of the wing rotation, which means he’ll take away minutes from Caleb Martin, Max Christie and Klay Thompson. It’s unclear if he’ll start or come off the bench, but the minutes should be similar regardless.
Source: Shams Charania
BOS • Forward • #99
3 months ago
This will be a second straight game with Boucher away from the team, but that won’t impact the Celtics’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #30
3 months ago
Hauser will miss the second leg of this back-to-back, though with a thumb injury, it likely isn’t to manage an injury. With Jaylen Brown (hamstring, knee) doubtful, Payton Pritchard and either Jordan Walsh or Hugo Gonzalez should step into the starting unit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
3 months ago
Brown finished with 33 points and 11 rebounds in Tuesday’s win over Dallas, but he is expected to sit out the second leg of this back-to-back. Sam Hauser (thumb) is out, which means there will be two open spots in the starting unit. Payton Pritchard should be back in the starting lineup, while either Jordan Walsh or Hugo Gonzalez should fill the other spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford left Tuesday’s game in the second quarter with a right ankle injury, the same one that has sidelined him on multiple occasions this season. However, he was able to return during the third quarter and finished with his second straight double-double and fifth of the season. If Gafford can’t play on Thursday against the Spurs, Moussa Cissé (four points, five rebounds) and Dwight Powell (four points, two rebounds and one steal) will figure more prominently in the rotation.
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Playing against his childhood favorite team for the first time, Flagg was sensational on Tuesday. All that his stat line was missing was a steal, but the rookie did everything else. Unfortunately for Flagg, the Mavericks are undermanned, making games like Tuesday’s challenging to win. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-20 fantasy player, regardless of format. The Mavericks have two more games in Week 16, both against the Spurs.
BOS • Guard • #9
3 months ago
White didn’t shoot the ball well on Tuesday, and he’s making just 39 percent of his attempts on the season. However, his ability to provide value across the stat line is why he remains such a valuable player in fantasy basketball. White recorded a team-high eight assists on Tuesday, the third straight game he’s finished with at eight or more. He’ll look to clean up the shooting some on Wednesday against the Rockets.
BOS • Center • #52
3 months ago
Hours after the Celtics acquired a center with perimeter shooting ability in Nikola Vučević, Garza showed that he’s capable of providing value in that regard as well. He made all four of his three-point attempts in Dallas, with the 16 points matching his season-high. As a result, Garza’s playing time received a bump, with the 20 minutes being seven more than his total in Sunday’s win over the Bucks. It’s unknown when Vučević will join the Celtics, but Garza’s opportunities will likely take a hit when the time comes.
BOS • Guard • #11
3 months ago
Pritchard, who won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award last season, started each of the Celtics’ first 48 games of the 2025-26 campaign. That changed on Tuesday, but there were no issues with the adjustment for the guard. Pritchard shot 60 percent from the field, recorded seven assists, and still played 35 minutes. Baylor Scheierman (3/7/3/1/1 with one three-pointer) started and played 28 minutes, offering limited value in that role. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Pritchard is a player who has to be rostered in all leagues.
DAL • Small Forward • #16
3 months ago
The Mavericks are without P.J. Washington for Tuesday’s game, as he entered concussion protocol following Saturday’s loss to the Rockets. Martin moves back into the starting lineup, and he’s only worth the streaming risk in extremely deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups