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DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months 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
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months 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
SAC • Forward • #99
12 months ago
A back issue kept Crowder from suiting up on Sunday, and he is now in danger of missing a second-straight game. However, he hasn’t made an appearance in nearly two months, and that isn’t expected to change whenever he is next available to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward • #33
12 months ago
LaRavia is on the Kings’ injury report after logging 31 minutes in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Clippers. Malik Monk’s return could counter his potential absence, so LaRavia sitting would not significantly impact fantasy basketball. LaRavia is not a player who should be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk will be back in the lineup after missing Sacramento’s last three games. Keon Ellis started in his place for those games and averaged 9.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, three assists, 2.3 steals, one block and 1.7 three-pointers per game. Ellis’ fantasy upside will be limited in a likely return to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months 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
12 months 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
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valanciunas had a difficult night shooting the basketball, but there was still some value in his stat line. The 17 rebounds are the most he’s had in a game since his final appearance for the Wizards on February 3, and the veteran center has hit double figures in that category in four of his last five. Add the seven assists, and all wasn’t lost for those who have Valanciunas. Rostered in 84 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he should be held in most leagues until Domantas Sabonis returns from his hamstring injury.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
While Murray’s offensive output has been modest on most nights, he has hit double figures in seven of the eight games he’s appeared in since the All-Star break. The combination of consistent scoring and solid percentages is why Murray has been ranked just outside the top 50 in nine-cat formats since the break. Even with Domantas Sabonis and Malik Monk out due to injury, Murray’s fantasy ceiling is limited, with DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine dominating the shots. However, he can still provide solid value, as evidenced by his production since the All-Star break.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan hit multiple key shots down the stretch on Sunday. Unfortunately for the Kings he didn’t have the ball in his hands last. Kawhi Leonard did, and his left-handed shot as time expired gave the Clippers the win. DeRozan has scored 30 points or more on 11 occasions this season, three shy of his 2023-24 total, continuing to provide reliable fantasy value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The good news for managers whose playoffs begin during Week 20 is that the Kings play 12 games during Weeks 20-22. As for Week 19, Sacramento plays three, starting with the Knicks on Monday.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine has scored 20 points or more in six straight games and at least 30 in two straight. On Sunday, he scored an efficient 30 points, shooting over 50 percent from the field. And Sunday’s performance could have been even better for LaVine, who was just 1-of-7 from beyond the arc. Since the All-Star break, LaVine has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, shooting nearly 58 percent from the field. LaVine has fit in well with his new teammates, to the delight of those who have him rostered.
SAC • Forward • #99
12 months ago
Due to a sore lower back, Crowder will not be available for Sunday’s game. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as the veteran forward has been out of the Kings’ rotation most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months 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
12 months 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
12 months 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.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis will miss a fourth straight game and Monk a third. Sabonis will be out at least two more games, while Monk could return as soon as Monday’s matchup with New York. Jonas Valanciunas and Keon Ellis should continue to start in place of Sabonis and Monk, respectively.
Source: James Ham on Twitter
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months 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.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington will miss his fourth straight game while Jones will miss his third. Fantasy managers should expect a heavy dose of Kessler Edwards.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valanciunas has now had at least 14 points and at least nine rebounds in four straight games. The 32-year-old center continues to produce at a high level while Domantas Sabonis is out. Valanciunas was just four assists shy of a triple-double Friday against the Spurs. The 13-year veteran is a must-play fantasy option while Sabonis is out.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan was just one rebound and three assists away from a triple-double. The 35-year-old small forward is seeing increased usage with Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) out. His efficiency hasn’t been great recently, but he continues to put up numbers in volume. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy value over the last five weeks.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
LaVine has been on an absolute scoring tear recently and it continued against the Spurs on Friday. While the Kings gave up De’Aaron Fox in a multi-team trade before the trade deadline, they acquired LaVine in the deal. The 29-year-old shooting guard outscored Fox 36 to 16 in the Kings’ 18-point victory. LaVine has shot over 50 percent from the field in seven of 13 games since being acquired by Sacramento. It would hardly be surprising if LaVine is a top-50 or better fantasy option over the rest of the season.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams hadn’t played at least 30 minutes in a game all season until the last two games when he played 34 minutes both times. The 25-year-old point guard has stepped up with the Mavericks dealing with a litany of injuries. Williams has had at least six assists in both games so it seems like he could consistently provide assists if the playing time continues. The 31 points are more difficult to buy into given he hadn’t even scored 20 points in a game entering play Friday.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
Marshall has now played at least 30 minutes in five straight games. The 27-year-old small forward is really coming on in the last two games as he’s had at least 20 points and at least 10 rebounds in both games. As long as PJ Washington is one of the many Mavericks sidelined, Marshall is certainly worth rostering.
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Exum returns after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Bucks, but he won’t replace Christie in the starting lineup. Spencer Dinwiddie, who struggled against Milwaukee, heads to the bench instead. Due to frontcourt injuries, the Mavericks will employ a center-less lineup with Edwards at the five.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Exum is available after initially being considered questionable. His return may push Max Christie to the bench, but both players will see plenty of action. The Mavericks are down multiple rotation players due to injury.
Source: Christian Clark
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months ago
Martin is available for his Mavericks debut against the Grizzlies Friday. He’s only set to play about 15 minutes, according to head coach Jason Kidd. The 29-year-old small forward should fit in just fine with Dallas given the amount of injuries the Mavericks are currently dealing with.
Source: Abby Jones
DAL • Power Forward • #8
12 months ago
Prosper was already ruled out for Friday’s game against the Grizzlies with a wrist injury. The 22-year-old power forward is just another in what’s becoming a long line of Mavericks front court injuries. Dwight Powell, Kessler Edwards and Naji Marshall should all continue to play big minutes.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months ago
Due to a hip injury suffered while with the 76ers, Martin, acquired at the February trade deadline, has yet to make his Mavericks debut. Given the time missed, fantasy managers should not expect to see Martin play too many minutes. However, with the Mavericks being severely shorthanded, there will likely be opportunities for him to achieve fantasy relevance before the end of the season.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
12 months ago
That will have Gafford being evaluated around March 21, which will have him miss at least eight more games. Dallas reported that Gafford has progressed well, but his return to the court may be dependent on the team’s success. They currently hold a 2.5 game lead over Phoenix in the standings for the 10th spot in the West. Dwight Powell should continue to start at center until Gafford returns, though Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II have been progressing as well and will be evaluated weekly.
Source: Brad Townsend
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Dallas put out a press release saying that AD is “improving daily” and has been “cleared for more dynamic on-court movements.” The release also said that Lively is “progressing in his rehabilitation.” Lively has progressed to “individual on-court work.” Basically, both bigs are progressing well, and the Mavs will check in on them every week, which is what we were already expecting. Their return will likely be dependent on the team’s success. They currently sit 2.5 games ahead of Phoenix in the standings, but they may struggle to maintain their spot in the standings with all the injuries they are dealing with. Managers shouldn’t hold their breath waiting on AD or Lively to return this season, but Dallas will provide an update if something changes.
Source: Brad Townsend
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk will miss a second-straight game with this toe injury, which should result in another start for Keon Ellis. As a starter on Wednesday, Ellis finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and one three-pointer in 39 minutes. He should be considered a high-priority streaming option until Monk is back.
Source: Sean Cunningham
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
12 months ago
The curse of Nico Harrison continues to rear its ugly head, as Dallas will somehow be even more undermanned on Friday. The frontcourt rotation is down to Dwight Powell, Kessler Edwards and Naji Marshall, who should all see big minutes in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Dallas can’t catch a break, as the injuries continue to pile up. If Exum is sidelined in this one, Max Christie and Spencer Dinwiddie should see a bump in playing time. Martin has yet to play for Dallas, so his availability shouldn’t be a concern for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months ago
Martin hasn’t played since early January, but there is a chance that he makes his debut for Dallas against Memphis. It’s unclear what his role will look like in his first game on his new team, the amount of injuries the Mavericks are dealing with say that Martin should eventually play a significant role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
This will be a third-straight absence for Washington, which should lead to another start for Naji Marshall, who contributed 22 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and two there-pointers in 32 minutes against Milwaukee on Wednesday. Marshall is worth rostering as long as Washington is sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valenciunas continues to produce while filling in for Domantas Sabonis. The 32-year-old center had a double-double and was just four assists shy of a triple-double against the Nuggets on Wednesday. Valenciunas started and played 31 minutes. He’s proven to be a reliable option and should be rostered in all formats as long as Sabonis is out.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan blew up for 35 points in the loss to the Nuggets Wednesday. The 35-year-old small forward was hardly efficient as he took 32 shots to get there. DeRozan is benefitting from an increase in usage with Domantas Sabonis sidelined with a hamstring injury. If he had been more efficient, he’d have easily had at least 40 points Wednesday. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy option since the start of February.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan blew up for 35 points in the loss to the Nuggets Wednesday. The 35-year-old small forward was hardly efficient as he took 32 shots to get there. DeRozan is benefitting from an increase in usage with Domantas Sabonis sidelined with a hamstring injury. If he had been more efficient, he’d have easily had at least 40 points Wednesday. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy option since the start of February.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
12 months ago
After attempting just four shots in Monday’s loss to the Kings, fantasy managers may not have felt good about Thompson, especially with Kyrie Irving (knee) done for the season. He got up 28 shots in Wednesday’s defeat, and the 28 points are the most Klay has scored in a game since December 15. Can Thompson create enough for himself to increase his fantasy value? We’re about to find out. The field goal percentage on Wednesday wasn’t great, but Klay getting up that many shots was encouraging to see.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
Starting for the injured PJ Washington (ankle), Marshall was one of Dallas’ few bright spots on Wednesday. Over the last two games, he’s accounted for 40 points, 15 rebounds, eight assists, two steals and two three-pointers. While ranked outside the top 100 since the All-Star break, Marshall (26 percent rostered, Yahoo!) is worth picking up, even after Washington returns. Kyrie Irving (knee) is out for the season, and there have been rumblings that Anthony Davis (groin) could be shut down.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
Starting for the injured Dante Exum (foot), Christie struggled with his shot on Wednesday. However, his time as a Maverick has been productive. Rostered in 29 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the third-year guard has been a 10th-round player in nine-cat formats since making his Mavs debut on February 4. Even if Exum is inserted back into the starting lineup upon returning from his foot injury, Christie is worth holding onto, as the Mavericks need his offense.
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Dinwiddie started Wednesday’s game for the injured Kyrie Irving, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL on Monday. While he didn’t provide much value as a scorer, category league managers should be able to benefit from the assists and steals. Rostered in 31 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Dinwiddie is ranked outside the top 300 in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. However, the situation makes him a player worth rolling the dice on in standard leagues.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Already without Domantas Sabonis, the Kings will not have Malik Monk (toe) for Wednesday’s game in Denver. Ellis moves into the starting lineup and is worth streaming due to the Kings’ lack of depth at point guard. Markelle Fultz may play additional minutes off the bench, but he is not worth streaming in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Already without Domantas Sabonis, the Kings will not have Malik Monk (toe) for Wednesday’s game in Denver. Ellis moves into the starting lineup and is worth streaming due to the Kings’ lack of depth at point guard. Markelle Fultz may play additional minutes off the bench, but he is not worth streaming in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk is set to miss his first game of the month. The Kings guard’s scoring has been on the downstroke alongside Zach LaVine. Keon Ellis could be in for a spot start on Wednesday.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Monk is dealing with a sore right toe and is not a lock to be available Wednesday night. Keon Ellis is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup if Monk doesn’t play. There may also be additional rotation minutes available to Markelle Fultz, but Ellis is the player fantasy managers should target.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Point Guard • #8
12 months ago
Business as usual for LaVine, who leads the Kings in scoring (23.8) and triples (4.0) across the last five games. He’s been a top-50 fantasy option in that span, and he should continue to post solid numbers as one of the team’s go-to playmakers on offense.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
JV shot 6-of-15 from the floor, so there was certainly a lot of meat left on the bone offensively. Still, he tied for the team lead in field-goal attempts, nearly double-doubled and posted useful defensive stats. Fantasy managers should continue to roll with him until Domantas Sabonis returns.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valanciunas will make his first start for Sacramento due to Domantas Sabonis’ hamstring injury. JV posted a monster 15/14/1/4/3 line in his last game out, filling in for Sabonis, who left the game early. Valanciunas is a worthy streamer for as long as Sabonis is on the sideline.
Source: NBA.com
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12 months ago
With starting center Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) out at least one week, the Kings needed another body in the frontcourt. Enter Labissiere, who was in training camp with the Kings and has been playing for their G League affiliate. He’s averaging 15.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game in Stockton this season, but it will take a lot for Labissiere to achieve fantasy relevance with Sabonis sidelined.
Source: Shams Charania
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Late Sunday evening, the Kings announced that Sabonis was diagnosed with a Grade 1 left hamstring strain, which he suffered during Saturday’s win over the Rockets. An update will be provided in one week, meaning he’ll miss at least four games, starting with Monday’s matchup with the Mavericks. Jonas Valanciunas is the player to add if he’s available on your league’s waiver wire; he was productive in 30 minutes against the Rockets and has been solid all season.
Source: Deuce Mason
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Despite Sabonis pulling up lame just over one minute into Saturday’s win over the Rockets, the Kings have declared his injury a sore left hamstring. Jonas Valanciunas is the next man up, and the move into the starting lineup will raise his fantasy ceiling. However, JV is already rostered in a majority of 12-team leagues. Keon Ellis isn’t a center, but his playing time may increase with Sabonis inactive despite coming off the bench.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
DeRozan led a balanced attack for Sacramento in Saturday’s win as all six players that played at least 20 minutes scored in double figures. DeRozan was the leading scorer, but it wasn’t a massive scoring night for his standards. Still, it was enough for lead the Kings to their third straight win and move them into ninth place in the West. DeRozan may also see an uptick in usage if Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) is forced to miss time after his early exit on Saturday.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #23
12 months ago
Ellis continues to be the primary reserve option for Sacramento, and he did the most with just 27 minutes on Saturday. The defensive maestro set a new career-high with five steals to help the Kings win their third straight game. Ellis has been incredibly efficient on offense recently and has shot 10-of-12 from the floor during this winning streak. Defensive production is where Ellis makes his money in fantasy basketball, and he has done that at a high level over their last two games, contributing seven steals and four blocks during that stretch.
SAC • Center • #17
12 months ago
Valanciunas ended up starting the second half and playing an extended role in Saturday’s win because of Domantas Sabonis’ early exit. Sabonis was ruled out with a hamstring injury that he suffered a little over a minute into the game. Valanciunas ended up playing 29 minutes and provided an excellent stat line. Sabonis could certainly miss multiple games, which makes Valanciunas an elite streaming option, especially with a four-game week coming up for the Kings. He’s currently available in 31 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he may not be easy to find on the waiver wire.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #11
12 months ago
Sabonis only played one minute of action before pulling up lame with a left hamstring injury. Jonas Valanciunas replaced the Kings’ starting center in the lineup and would be the replacement if Domas misses time. Valanciunas remains rostered in a decent percentage of 12-team leagues, but he’s still on the waiver wire of many 10-team formats.
Source: Sean Cunningham