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DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Powell is the lone change to the Mavericks’ starting five, as Dallas needs to account for the presence of Alperen Sengun in the Rockets’ lineup. Max Christie has moved to the bench. However, while his fantasy ceiling is lower, he should still be rostered in deep (and some standard) leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
Initially week-to-week after injuring his ankle on March 3, Jackson will play against the team with the NBA’s best record. Whether or not he’s under a minutes restriction has not been revealed by the Grizzlies, but fantasy managers should not expect Jackson to take on a full workload in his first game back. However, GG Jackson’s playing time will take a hit with Jaren back in action.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
12 months ago
Jones will miss a sixth straight game with a quad injury, meaning the Mavericks will again go small in the middle. Kessler Edwards has been the starter most nights, and while he’ll be at a size disadvantage, he’s worth a look in deep leagues. Dwight Powell will also play rotation minutes at the five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Exum and Williams are available after initially being questionable on the injury report. Both will figure prominently in the Mavericks’ rotation, with Exum being a somewhat safer play for managers seeking defensive production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington is set to miss his seventh straight game with an ankle injury. Naji Marshall and Kessler Edwards should continue to start in the absence of the 26-year-old power forward.
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
12 months ago
Kai Jones has missed the last five games for Dallas, but he could return to the lineup on Friday. He played well in his lone game for the Mavs this season, and he should be part of the rotation when he returns, which would cut into the minutes of Kessler Edwards and Dwight Powell.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Exum played 22 minutes as a starter on Wednesday and contributed 17 points, three rebounds, three assists and one steal. He will likely remain in that role if he plays, but if he is sidelined, Brandon Williams (hamstring) or Spencer Dinwiddie will likely replace him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams has been a surprising fantasy stud for Dallas over their last few games, and after a one-game absence, he returned to the lineup on Wednesday and contributed 19 points, three rebounds, six assists and two steals. If he misses Friday’s game, Spencer Dinwiddie, Dante Exum and Max Christie will take on extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington has missed the Mavericks’ last six games and is in danger of missing another. Naji Marshall and Kessler Edwards have been starting for Dallas, but one of them will likely return to the bench if Washington returns to the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
JJJ suffered a nasty ankle injury on March 3 and was immediately considered “week-to-week” because of it. However, he could be back in the lineup less than two weeks later. Even if he doesn’t play against Cleveland, he is inching closer to a return, which is a great sign for managers in the fantasy playoffs. GG Jackson will likely return to playing a bench role when JJJ returns.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
After starting on Sunday, Williams Jr. missed the second leg of the Grizzlies’ back-to-back on Monday. That allowed GG Jackson to start and for Cam Spencer to play a larger role off the bench. Williams Jr. may replace Jackson in the starting lineup and limit Spencer’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Center • #14
about 1 year ago
With both Edey and Clarke sidelined on Monday, Jay Huff started at center, with Marvin Bagley filling out the backup minutes. Huff was more productive in the box score, though neither was a great option. Still, they’ll get another opportunity if Edey and Clarke miss another game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
After missing Memphis’ last two games, Kennard will be available to play against Utah. His role has been inconsistent, but he should see plenty of minutes, which will likely take some time away from Scotty Pippen Jr.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
about 1 year ago
Since starring in his debut for Dallas, Jones has missed four games in a row and has been ruled out for a fifth-straight game. Kessler Edwards and Dwight Powell will continue to be the center options for Dallas.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 year ago
Exum started on Monday in place of Brandon Williams, who is also questionable to play on Wednesday due to a hamstring injury. Exum would likely start again if he plays and Williams doesn’t, though Spencer Dinwiddie would be next in line if both guards are ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Williams had an excellent three-game stretch for Dallas, averaging 19.3 points, five rebounds, 6.3 assists, two steals and 1.7 three-pointers per game. Unfortunately, he exited early from the third game with a hamstring issue that forced him to sit out on Monday. Dante Exum is questionable on Wednesday due to his own hamstring strain after starting in place of Williams on Monday. Spencer Dinwiddie would be the next man up if both guards are forced to sit out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 year ago
Washington has missed the Mavs’ last five games, but an upgrade to questionable is a step in the right direction. He will certainly return to the starting lineup when he is cleared to play, and if that happens on Wednesday, Kessler Edwards or Naji Marshall will likely be pushed to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 year ago
Marshall has been in the starting lineup for the Mavs’ last four games, and he has been fantastic in that role. He scored 19 of his 23 points in the second half on Monday to extend his streak of 20-point games to four. During that stretch, he has averaged 27 points, 10.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.8 three-pointers per game while shooting 51.9 percent from the floor. Rostered in 51 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he should be added where he is still available.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 year ago
Thompson scored 17 of his 26 points in the second half, which allowed him to score at least 25 points for the third time in his last four appearances. More importantly, it was enough to help Dallas end their five-game losing streak. Thompson hasn’t shot the ball as efficiently as he did in this game, but he has stepped up on offense since Kyrie Irving (knee) went down for the year. He’ll look to stay hot over their final three games of the week, though they only play twice next week, which will limit his fantasy impact.
DAL • F • #20
about 1 year ago
Edwards has been a consistent starter for about a month, but this type of production is something that he hasn’t ever done. He set a new career-high for both points and rebounds on Monday and recorded the second double-double of his career, with the other one coming during his rookie year back in 2021. Edwards has been a solid role player for multiple teams since being drafted in the second round, but that hasn’t let to much fantasy production. However, he has provided top-50 value over the past week. It’s a small sample size, but with how many injuries Dallas is dealing with, he is worth considering as a streamer.
DAL • G • #26
about 1 year ago
Though Dinwiddie didn’t move into the starting lineup with Brandon Williams (hamstring) sidelined, he was still able to have a fantastic night off the bench. He led Dallas in scoring and was one of four players to score at least 20 points for them. He fell short of his season-high for points, but he did have his highest-scoring game since January. Dinwiddie hasn’t been great since Kyrie Irving went down, but he was awesome on Monday. He’ll look to keep it going in their rematch with San Antonio on Wednesday.
MEM • Center • #30
about 1 year ago
Huff got the spot start, his first since November, and played 25 minutes with the Grizzlies missing Zach Edey, Vince Williams, Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. Monday against the Suns. The 27-year-old center wasn’t much on the boards, but he made four 3-pointers. Huff would have some value in deep leagues if a scenario that necessitates him starting were to arise again.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
about 1 year ago
Pippen Jr. came off the bench Monday and played 27 minutes, which was the third-most on the Grizzlies. The 24-year-old point guard had 13 points, but otherwise didn’t have a major impact on the game. Pippen Jr. could continue to see more playing time with all the injuries Memphis is dealing with, but his production leaves something to be desired.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
Morant has scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 13 games. The 25-year-old point guard continues to deal with a shoulder issue, which has cost him some games, but he’s produced seventh-round value in eight-category leagues since the All-Star break. His turnovers have tanked his value in nine-category leagues and Morant turned it over another five times Monday. He’s had at least four turnovers eight times in his last 13 games, which isn’t going to cut it. Morant is outside the top-150 in nine-category formats since the break.
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 year ago
With Brandon Williams (hamstring) sidelined for this game, Exum will make a return to the starting lineup. Spencer Dinwiddie will still play a significant role off the bench. Dinwiddie was seen as a priority addition after Kyrie Irving (knee) went down, but he has only started once since then.
Source: Paul Garcia
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 year ago
With Brandon Williams (hamstring) sidelined for this game, Exum will make a return to the starting lineup. Spencer Dinwiddie will still play a significant role off the bench. Dinwiddie was seen as a priority addition after Kyrie Irving (knee) went down, but he has only started once since then.
Source: Paul Garcia
MEM • Center • #30
about 1 year ago
With Zach Edey (ankle) and Vince Williams Jr. (foot) both sidelined, Jackson and Huff will enter the starting unit. This will be Jackson’s first time in the starting lineup this season, while it will be Huff’s first start since November.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #17
about 1 year ago
Kawamura has been out with shoulder and hamstring injuries recently, but he’ll be available for Monday’s game if needed. The rookie is not in the rotation on most nights when healthy.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 year ago
Martin is available after making his Mavericks debut on Sunday but remains under a minutes restriction. According to Mavericks coach Jason Kidd, Martin will be limited to 15 minutes, and Dallas has eight healthy players.
Source: Brad Townsend
MEM • Center • #14
about 1 year ago
The Grizzlies are certainly in a bind tonight against the Suns as their four top big men (Edey, Clarke, Santi Aldama, and Jaren Jackson Jr.) have all been ruled out. Marvin Bagley Jr. and Jay Huff are the next available options and would be worth streaming consideration given that someone will need to rebound the ball against Phoenix Monday.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Dallas will only have eight players available against San Antonio, with one of those being Caleb Martin, who will be limited to 15 minutes. Either Spencer Dinwiddie or Dante Exum will likely return to the starting lineup in place of Williams.
Source: Brad Townsend
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Williams dealt with a knee injury that kept him out two weeks ago, but made multiple spot starts with Santi Aldama out last week. Unfortunately, the 24-year-old shooting guard finds himself out again, now with a foot injury. Scotty Pippen Jr. could see increased minutes with Williams out and is likely the better fantasy option anyway.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Williams dropped 31 on Friday and got the starting nod on Sunday before a hamstring injury forced him out of action early. If he’s unable to go on Monday, Spencer Dinwiddie could see increased run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Powell only played six minutes on Sunday, as a third-quarter collision with teammate Kessler Edwards ended his day. Powell received seven stitches to close a gash on his forehead and did not return. While Edwards suffered a cut over his left eye, he was able to return to Sunday’s game during the fourth quarter. Dallas finished Sunday’s loss with seven available players and may have similar issues for Monday’s game against the Spurs, as Dante Exum and Caleb Martin are under minutes restrictions due to their recent injuries.
Source: ESPN
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 year ago
Bane recorded his fourth 30-point game of the season on Sunday and efficiently got his points. The Grizzlies guard shot over 50 percent from the field and finished one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Bane’s fantasy value since the All-Star break has been elite, as he has been a first-round player in 12-team leagues (eight- and nine-cat formats). The Grizzlies play four games during Week 19, starting with the Suns on Monday.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
While Morant’s availability has been occasionally problematic, the last two games were his most productive of the season. He’s recorded consecutive 30-point games for the first time, tallying 63 points, seven rebounds, 14 assists, four steals and four three-pointers. While Morant has been a seventh-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, he’s ranked outside the top 150 in nine-cat due to turnovers. He only committed one on Sunday, a step in the right direction.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
The Grizzlies were without Santi Aldama (calf) for Sunday’s game, so Williams made his second start of the season. Unfortunately, the third-year wing could not find his shot. Scotty Pippen Jr. (12/6/2/2/1 with two three-pointers) provided greater value off the bench despite Ja Morant being available. The Grizzlies take on the Suns on Monday night, so Williams may return to the bench.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
The Grizzlies are without Santi Aldama, who is dealing with a calf injury, meaning another replacement is needed to fill the void initially left by Jaren Jackson Jr. Williams receives the nod, but GG Jackson should also figure more prominently in the rotation.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 year ago
Sunday’s game was the first for Martin since January 10 as a member of the 76ers. He was injured well before he was traded to the Mavericks, so the versatile wing was on a minutes restriction against the Suns. While capable of providing value when playing regular minutes, especially for a team as shorthanded as the Mavericks currently are, the question for Martin is when he will be able to take on a full workload.
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 year ago
Sunday’s game was the first for Martin since January 10 as a member of the 76ers. He was injured well before he was traded to the Mavericks, so the versatile wing was on a minutes restriction against the Suns. While capable of providing value when playing regular minutes, especially for a team as shorthanded as the Mavericks currently are, the question for Martin is when he will be able to take on a full workload.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 year ago
While there was some concern regarding Thompson’s offense in the aftermath of Kyrie Irving’s season-ending knee injury, the veteran guard has stepped up. After hitting six three-pointers and scoring 28 on Wednesday, Thompson dropped another 26 against the Suns. The combination of Dallas’ many injuries and the team remaining in the final play-in spot may keep Thompson on the court. However, this is something to track during the fantasy playoff weeks.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 year ago
Dallas began Sunday’s game with nine available players and ended it with seven. That’s how bad things have gotten for the Mavericks injury-wise, but the absences have opened the door for Marshall to shine. He finished Sunday’s defeat with a career-high point total and one rebound shy of a triple-double. Rostered in 39 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Marshall is in “must-roster” territory in standard leagues. The Mavericks play four games during Week 19, starting with the Spurs on Monday and Wednesday.
MEM • Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Initially doubtful for Sunday’s game, Kennard has officially been ruled out. Scotty Pippen Jr. should play a few more minutes off the bench, but this is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball with Ja Morant available.
Source: Chris Herrington
DAL • Point Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Rewarded with a place in the starting lineup after scoring 31 points against the Grizzlies on Friday, Williams will not return to Sunday’s game due to left hamstring tightness. The Mavericks are in action again on Monday, so Williams’ absence would likely mean a return to the starting lineup for Spencer Dinwiddie. While he offers limited fantasy value, Dinwiddie is worth rostering due to Dallas’ lack of healthy bodies.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 year ago
It’s unclear how much either player will play, as they’ll both come off the bench against Phoenix. Their fantasy values will plummet if they remain reserves for the rest of the season.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
about 1 year ago
Williams is getting a spot start over Dante Exum and Spencer Dinwiddie on Sunday after scoring 31 points off the bench in his latest outing. He could be worth streaming if Dallas goes into full-on tank mode, but fantasy managers should make him string together a few more solid performances before spending their free-agency budget on the idea that the 31-point game is the new normal.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Aldama sat out two straight games before returning to Memphis’ lineup on Friday, but he’ll miss his third game in four outings when the Grizzlies visit the Pelicans. With Jaren Jackson Jr. already sidelined, GG Jackson and Vince Williams Jr. could see increased run. Scotty Pippen Jr. could fill in some of Kennard’s vacated minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 year ago
Exum and Martin are both on the mend after playing against Memphis. Spencer Dinwiddie will likely slot into a starting spot in the aftermath.
MEM • Center • #14
about 1 year ago
Edey played just 22 minutes against the Mavericks on Friday, but he was a rebounding machine. The 22-year-old rookie center from Purdue grabbed 10 offensive rebounds alone in this one. Edey has shown he’s capable of providing fantasy value when on the floor, but his minutes aren’t consistently high enough to provide consistent points and rebounds. If they were, he’d have a lot more double-doubles this year.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 year ago
Bane averages six rebounds per game on the season, but has now grabbed at least 10 rebounds in three of his last four games. Not bad for a 26-year-old shooting guard. Bane’s fantasy managers will certainly take a 16-rebound effort Friday against the Mavericks, giving him 32 rebounds in three games so far this week. He has another chance to add to his rebound total for the week Sunday against the Pelicans.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
Morant played 35 minutes in the 11-point victory Friday, which is notable because he mentioned that he’s been dealing with a shoulder injury all season after Wednesday’s game. The 25-year-old point guard also played 32 minutes in that game. Morant doesn’t seem to be phased by the shoulder issue and he wasn’t listed on the injury report Friday. While he had 31 points, he wasn’t very efficient as he took 29 shots and was just 1-of-5 from behind the 3-point line.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
As expected, Aldama and Konchar are available for Friday’s game. The former is more impactful on fantasy basketball, as he should be rostered in most 12-team leagues. Konchar has not been as productive but will be in the Grizzlies’ rotation.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Aldama and Konchar, initially considered questionable for Friday’s game, are on track to play. The former’s status has a more significant impact on fantasy basketball, as Santi has been a player who should be rostered in standard leagues. While Konchar may be in the rotation, he’s unlikely to get the opportunities needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Chris Herrington
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
about 1 year ago
Jackson Jr. has already been ruled out and is being considered “week-to-week.” It’s unclear when he’ll be back, but if he is already shooting and dribbling, it is a good sign that it may be sooner rather than later. Aldama is questionable for Friday’s game after missing the Grizzlies’ last two. If he remains out, Vince Williams Jr. and GG Jackson should be in line for more minutes. Williams Jr. started on Wednesday and contributed 12 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 25 minutes.
Source: Chris Herrington
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
After Wednesday’s loss to Oklahoma City, Morant mentioned that he has been dealing with a right shoulder issue all season. It has forced him to miss some time, including the two games before the Grizzlies played the Thunder. However, it won’t keep him out of the lineup against Dallas on Friday. He played 32 minutes on Wednesday and should see a similar workload against the Mavs.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 year ago
Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) remains out, so Aldama should see increased run if he’s available. If he’s sidelined, Vince Williams Jr. could draw another start. Konchar’s availability has little impact on fantasy hoops decisions.
Source: Grizzlies PR on Twitter
MEM • • #Guard
about 1 year ago
Pullin has played a grand total of three minutes across three appearances so far this season. The two-way guard will remain out for another game, but it won’t impact the team’s rotation.
Source: Grant Afseth
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
Morant returned to the Grizzlies lineup on Wednesday after a two-game absence due to what was described as a right deltoid contusion, and he did not shoot the ball well. Going 8-of-22 from the field overall, Morant missed his first five three-point attempts and finished 2-of-9. Following the game, he said he’s “played like this all season” regarding the shoulder injury. That’s concerning for the Grizzlies and fantasy managers, especially with the Grizzlies scheduled to play two back-to-backs over an eight-day stretch that begins on March 9. Scotty Pippen Jr. played 21 minutes off the bench Wednesday night, and while his fantasy ceiling is low with Morant on the court, he may be in position for more minutes with the Grizzlies star clearly at less than full strength.
Source: Matt Infield
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
With Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) and Santi Aldama (calf) unavailable, Williams was tabbed to make his first start of the season on Wednesday. He didn’t have the best night, but the Grizzlies wing scored in double figures for the third time this season. Williams’ streaming staying power depends on the health of Jackson and Aldama, with the former considered week-to-week and the latter day-to-day. Wednesday’s performance wasn’t good enough to make Williams a must-add, but deep-league managers should watch for the injury report ahead of Friday’s game against the Mavericks.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 year ago
With Ja Morant returning from a shoulder injury, Bane did not have the ball in his hands as often Wednesday night. His value took a hit, as he only recorded one assist while shooting 5-of-14 from the field. Bane has been a top 40 player in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break, so one subpar night will not crater his value. And games against the Mavericks (Friday) and Pelicans (Sunday) should help Bane rebound before the end of Week 18.