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DEN • Center • #17
3 months ago
Valančiūnas is available for the first time since straining his right calf on New Year’s Eve, prompting a change to the Nuggets’ starting lineup. With the veteran center available, Spencer Jones heads to the bench, which shifts Gordon back to his familiar power forward position.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Center • #17
3 months ago
Thursday’s game will be Valančiūnas’ first since New Year’s Eve, when he strained his right calf during a win over the Raptors. While a minutes restriction is likely, the veteran center’s return likely means that fewer minutes will be available to Zeke Nnaji.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford will miss a fourth consecutive game, leaving the Mavericks to once again rely on Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé at the center position. While the former has been the starter, the latter offers a higher fantasy upside. At a minimum, Cissé is worth rostering in deep dynasty leagues.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Center • #
3 months ago
Cissé was initially listed as questionable but was upgraded to probable earlier in the day. He has now officially been cleared, and with Daniel Gafford (ankle) sidelined, he should play an important role off the bench, where he has averaged 11.3 points, 10.7 rebounds and 2.3 blocks in 21.6 minutes per game over his last three outings.
Source: Mavs PR
DEN • Center • #17
3 months ago
Valančiūnas has been out since straining his right calf during a December 31 win over the Raptors. A return on Thursday would mean he’s about a week ahead of schedule. While the veteran center will likely be under a minutes restriction, Zeke Nnaji will get less playing time.
Source: Bennett Durando
DAL • Center • #
3 months ago
Cissé had been listed as questionable, so this is a step in the right direction for him. Meanwhile, Daniel Gafford (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful, so Cissé should get a nice run of minutes. However, the Warriors don’t often play a traditional center, so the Mavericks could get by with lots of minutes for Naji Marshall and not need Cissé as much on Thursday.
Source: NBA.com
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington is back with the team after missing the last two games for personal reasons. His return likely means that Caleb Martin will head to the bench, where he offers minimal fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #1
3 months ago
A late scratch for Dallas’ January 17 game against the Jazz, Russell also sat out Monday’s win over the Knicks. His availability may affect Ryan Nembhard, who is still on a two-way contract. If the Mavericks make the undrafted rookie inactive, there will be rotation minutes for Russell. That said, there’s no need to roster him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford has missed the Mavericks’ last three games with a sprained ankle. While Dwight Powell started Monday’s win over the Knicks, reserve Moussa Cissé was more productive. That will likely be the rotation on Thursday if Gafford remains out, but Cissé is also questionable due to an illness.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center • #
3 months ago
Cissé, who has provided valuable contributions off the bench when the Mavericks have been shorthanded, is dealing with an illness. How impactful his absence would be depends on Daniel Gafford (ankle), who’s also listed as questionable for Thursday night. If Gafford plays, there may not be much room in the rotation for Cissé, especially if the Mavericks decide to save a game since the rookie is on a two-way deal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #17
3 months ago
On January 1, Valančiūnas was given a four-week timeline for re-evaluation, but the questionable tag indicates that he is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a right calf strain. If Valančiūnas is cleared to return, he’ll likely face a minutes restriction, but DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji could see their playing times reduced.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon was back in the Nuggets’ lineup after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Hornets, pushing DaRon Holmes II (DNP-CD) out of the rotation entirely. While he didn’t record any defensive stats, Gordon’s points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers were solid. The combination of decreased defensive production and poor foul shooting has negatively affected Gordon’s fantasy value recently, pushing him outside the top-100. That said, he’ll be worth holding onto as long as the Nuggets are without Nikola Jokić.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
3 months ago
Two nights removed from being limited to 11 points in a blowout loss to the Hornets, Watson was more productive against the Lakers. The fourth-year forward recorded a complete stat line in his 38 minutes, and he has offered consistently reliable value over the past month. Rostered in 43 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Watson has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats over the past month. He’s worth rostering until Christian Braun (ankle) and Cameron Johnson (knee) return from their injuries.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
3 months ago
Like Jamal Murray, Tuesday’s game was a tale of two halves for Jones. After making all four of his three-point attempts during the first half, he was 0-of-3 from beyond the arc after halftime. Jones shot 2-of-5 from the field in the second half, and the Nuggets blew a 14-point lead. The two-way contract forward has filled in admirably over the last few weeks, but he’s barely been a top-200 player over the past month. There’s no need to add Jones, especially with Aaron Gordon back in the lineup.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
Murray’s shot from just beyond half court capped an 8-0 Nuggets run to end the first half, during which he scored 26 points. Murray appeared to be well on his way to an outstanding night. Give the Lakers credit for adjusting their defensive approach, sending more doubles Murray’s way, and he may have been a bit too deliberate with his decision-making. The Nuggets’ guard scored two points in the second half as Denver watched a 14-point lead slip away. Murray will look to bounce back on Thursday against the Wizards.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon is back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Hornets, sparking the lone change to Denver’s starting lineup. He steps in for DaRon Holmes II, who is not worth rostering in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Point Guard • #
3 months ago
Hardaway’s knee contusion did not sideline him for Sunday’s loss to the Hornets, but he struggled in his 13 minutes on the floor. Capable of bouncing back with a quality showing against the Lakers, THJ is only worth the risk in deep redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
After sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Hornets, Gordon is back. His return likely pushes DaRon Holmes II to the bench, where his already low fantasy ceiling disappears. There’s no need to consider holding onto Holmes in redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
Murray was initially probable for Tuesday’s game. Given the matchup, this is a spot where Murray can bounce back from a subpar performance in Sunday’s loss to the Hornets.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center • #
3 months ago
Cissé wasn’t in the starting lineup on Monday, but the rookie center had one of his best games of the season. Finishing one rebound shy of a double-double, he was also responsible for four blocked shots. While Cissé isn’t a must-add right now, he’s worth being mindful of if the Mavericks decide to prioritize the 2026 draft lottery.
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Making his first appearance at Madison Square Garden as an NBA player, Flagg had a solid evening at the office as the Mavs blew out the Knicks. Over the past two weeks, the rookie has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats. The lone concern for Flagg would be staying healthy, as Monday’s game was his first after missing two with a sprained ankle.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
Two significant issues became apparent for the Knicks early in Monday’s game: they couldn’t run Max Christie off the line, and they couldn’t keep Marshall out of the paint. Naji shot 6-of-12 from inside the arc, with a 1-of-6 mark from three negatively affecting his overall field-goal percentage. Providing sixth-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, Marshall is worth rostering, especially with P.J. Washington and Anthony Davis sidelined.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Christie put on a three-point shooting clinic in the first half of Monday’s game, making six of his seven attempts. The Mavericks guard would end the game with a career-best eight three-pointers and a season-high point total. In fact, Christie has scored at least 20 in consecutive games for the first time this season. With Anthony Davis out, there’s a need for scoring, and that makes Christie worth a look in deeper fantasy formats.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
3 months ago
This will be a sixth straight absence for Braun, and as of Friday, he was still limited to non-contact work. Braun could remain sidelined for a while longer, which means Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones should both remain in the starting unit for now.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard • #
3 months ago
THJ is managing a knee contusion, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup. He remains a streaky option for fantasy managers; he only had six points in 13 minutes on Sunday after scoring 30 points on Saturday. He should occupy his typical role off the bench against Los Angeles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon missed Sunday’s game, which was the second night of a back-to-back. DaRon Holmes returned to the starting lineup in his place, but he was out of the rotation entirely in their previous game. With Gordon expected back, Holmes likely won’t see the floor much against Los Angeles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
Murray is still managing inflammation in his knee, but it shouldn’t keep him out of the lineup against Los Angeles. He was held to just 16 points on Sunday, but he should respond with a better outing against the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Flagg is back after missing the last two games with a sprained left ankle. His return pushes Brandon Williams to the bench, so look for the rookie to initiate a lot of the Mavericks’ offense. Williams will still take on a solid role off the bench, but his fantasy ceiling has been lowered with the change.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Following a two-game absence, Flagg will be back in the lineup to take on New York. Caleb Martin should return to playing a role off the bench with Flagg back, which will eliminate the little streaming value he held.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
It certainly qualifies as an underwhelming performance on the heels of an explosive 42-point effort during Saturday’s win over the Wizards. Murray struggled to get going on the second night of a back-to-back as Denver looked completely out of sync, shooting just 41 percent overall to finish with only 87 points. The Nuggets have a four-game slate next week that features showdowns against the Lakers, Wizards, Bucks and Grizzlies.
DEN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
3 months ago
Strawther took advantage of the lopsided score to do some serious damage off the bench, hitting 5-of-7 shots, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. The seldom-used 23-year-old guard has played sparingly this season, even with all of Denver’s injury issues, but he’s capable of producing double-digit points with consistent playing time.
DEN • Power Forward • #14
3 months ago
The Nuggets won’t have Aaron Gordon for Sunday’s game, as he’s sitting due to hamstring injury management. He’ll be replaced in the lineup by Holmes, but don’t be surprised if Zeke Nnaji plays more minutes. That’s how things worked out earlier in January when injuries to Nikola Jokić and Jonas Valančiūnas pushed Holmes, who missed all of last season with a ruptured Achilles, into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Sunday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Nuggets, who continue to exercise caution with Gordon’s workload. DaRon Holmes II was the replacement the last time Gordon missed a game, but Zeke Nnaji played more minutes and was more productive.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon’s workload is still being managed due to a lingering hamstring injury, and it’s possible he sits out the second leg of Denver’s back-to-back set. If Gordon is out, DaRon Holmes II and Zeke Nnaji could see bumps in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #1
3 months ago
Russell has fallen behind Ryan Nembhard and Brandon Williams on the Mavericks’ depth chart, so his availability isn’t impactful in the world of fantasy hoops.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Flagg has missed two straight games, but he’s got a chance to take the court on Monday. If Flagg is forced to miss a third straight game, Naji Marshall could remain in the starting unit. Marshall is worth adding off the waiver wire if he’s still available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford will be out for a third straight game, which means more minutes for Dwight Powell, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Moussa Cisse. None of that trio is particularly appealing for fantasy basketball purposes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington sat out Thursday with an ankle injury, and he’ll miss both legs of Dallas’ Saturday-Sunday back-to-back set due to personal reasons. Expect Caleb Martin to remain in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
While Gordon didn’t do much scoring on Saturday, the rebounding and facilitating boosted his final stat line. The Nuggets forward recorded his third double-double of the season and first since returning from the hamstring injury that sidelined him for six weeks. While Gordon is ranked outside the top-150 over the past two weeks, it’s fair to expect that the production will continue to improve as he gets further removed from the hamstring injury.
DEN • Point Guard • #
3 months ago
Three games removed from scoring 25 points in a win over the Bucks, Hardaway had his most productive outing since joining the Nuggets last offseason. Shooting 5-of-11 from beyond the arc, he recorded his first 30-point game of the season. Unfortunately, Hardaway didn’t provide much beyond points, three-pointers and percentages, but that’s to be expected, given his fantasy profile. No Nikola Jokić in the rotation does give Hardaway a slightly higher fantasy ceiling, but not to where he becomes a must-roster player in standard leagues.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
3 months ago
Watson continues to offer excellent fantasy value as one of the players helping compensate for Nikola Jokić being out with a knee injury. Over the past three weeks, he has been a sixth-round player in eight-cat formats. Since Jokić’s injury, Watson has scored at least 20 points in eight of ten games, and that includes two 30-point performances. Managers in 12-team leagues should add Watson if he’s sitting on the waiver wire.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
Despite the Wizards boasting one of the NBA’s worst records, Saturday’s game proved to be more challenging for the Nuggets than many anticipated. Murray made five of his six field-goal attempts during the fourth quarter to help Denver complete its rally. Saturday’s game was the third in which Murray has scored at least 40 points, with the 42 being the most in a game for him since he dropped 52 on the Pacers in early December. Denver plays four games in Week 14, starting with the Lakers on Tuesday.
DEN • Point Guard, Small Forward, and Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Brown will take on his usual role coming off the Nuggets’ bench. Unfortunately, he hasn’t been as impactful in fantasy basketball during his second stint with the franchise as he was in his first.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon is good to go after initially being listed as probable for Saturday’s game. His minutes may still be managed to a certain extent, but Gordon should play enough to offer reliable fantasy value.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
3 months ago
Murray was initially probable for Saturday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. Given the matchup, this could be a big night for managers who have the Nuggets’ guard on their rosters.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DAL • Small Forward • #13
3 months ago
The lone negative for Marshall on Saturday was the premature trip he took to the locker room during the fourth quarter. The team said nothing regarding an injury, but that’s something to keep an eye on ahead of Monday’s game against the Knicks. With Cooper Flagg and P.J. Washington missing time due to injury, Marshall has added value as a starter.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
3 months ago
Williams has scored at least 18 points in three consecutive games, and he finished Saturday’s victory with his sixth 20-point game of the season. While Ryan Nembhard (seven points, one rebound, four assists and two three-pointers) was the preferred fantasy option earlier this season, Williams has been the superior option recently. He’s worth a look in deep leagues as long as Cooper Flagg (ankle) is out.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Back in the lineup after a two-game absence, it took Christie a little time to get going. But once he did, the Mavericks’ guard produced one of his better performances this season. Christie finished with his fourth 20-point game of the season and was a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. With Cooper Flagg (ankle) joining Anthony Davis on the sidelines, Christie is worth a roll of the dice in deeper leagues.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 months ago
Thompson came out hot on Saturday, knocking down six three-pointers and scoring 23 points. During the run, he surpassed 17,000 career points and continues to close in on a place in the top 100 in NBA history. Thompson didn’t score after halftime, but the Mavericks didn’t need much from him as they won 138-120. The Mavericks open a four-game Week 14 in New York on Monday.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Christie is back in the Mavericks’ starting lineup after missing two games with an illness. His return means that Jaden Hardy will come off the bench. While he should remain in the rotation, Hardy’s streaming value takes a significant hit with the lineup change.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford will miss a second straight game after initially being listed as doubtful. Dwight Powell should start once again, with Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Moussa Cisse set to fill out the center minutes off the bench.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Small Forward • #
3 months ago
Flagg will miss a second straight game, which isn’t a surprise after he was initially listed as doubtful. Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin should remain the starting forwards with Flagg and PJ Washington (personal) sidelined.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Christie will return after missing the Mavs’ last two games. He should immediately take back over as a starter, which would push Jaden Hardy back to a reserve role, eliminating the streaming value he held.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Point Guard • #1
3 months ago
Russell is a late scratch, but with Brandon Williams and Ryan Nembhard healthy and available, Russell likely wouldn’t have seen meaningful minutes regardless of his status.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington was initially listed as probable for this game with an ankle injury after missing the Mavs’ last game, which was the second of a back-to-back. However, he’ll remain out, this time due to personal reasons. Caleb Martin should be in line for at least one more start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard, Small Forward, and Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Brown is expected to remain available despite a lingering knee issue. He should continue to play his typical role off the bench, which hasn’t result in much fantasy production from him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
3 months ago
Gordon doesn’t appear to be in serious jeopardy of missing Saturday’s game against the Wizards. The 30-year-old power forward is listed as probable with a hamstring injury. With Nikola Jokic and Christian Braun sidelined, the Nuggets will need Gordon in this one.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
3 months ago
Christie is expected to be back after a two-game absence, which means Jaden Hardy will likely return to playing a role off the bench. Hardy should still see minutes as a reserve, but his streaming appeal will be eliminated.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Gafford missed Thursday’s game after an early exit on Wednesday and is now expected to remain out once again. Dwight Powell should be in line for another start at center, with Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Moussa Cisse filling out the backup minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
3 months ago
Washington miss Thursday’s game against Utah, which was the second night of a back-to-back. However, he is expected to play in Saturday’s rematch, which means either Jaden Hardy or Caleb Martin will be pushed back to the bench
Source: NBA Injury Report