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DAL • Small Forward • #
9 days ago
Flagg is back in the Mavericks’ lineup after an eight-game absence. Due to the rookie’s return, Brandon Williams has been pushed back to the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
9 days ago
Williams was downgraded to questionable earlier in the day and has now officially been ruled out. The returns of Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall could’ve bumped Williams to the bench regardless, but if they opt for a traditional point guard in the starting unit, Ryan Nembhard would be next in line, and he should see extra minutes regardless.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
9 days ago
Thompson is back after a one-game absence. While his return likely means fewer minutes for AJ Johnson, this change to the Mavericks’ rotation does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Small Forward • #13
9 days ago
Marshall is good to go after missing Dallas’s last two games with a right finger contusion. With Cooper Flagg making his return from a foot injury, Marshall may be used in a reserve role on Thursday. However, he should get the minutes needed to provide solid fantasy value in deeper leagues.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Small Forward • #
9 days ago
Flagg has missed Dallas’ last eight games with a left midfoot sprain. According to Curtis, the rookie will be under a minutes restriction on Thursday. And if everything goes well for Flagg, he may be allowed to take on more minutes in Friday’s game against the Celtics. His return will likely push Khris Middleton or Brandon Williams out of the starting lineup.
Source: Mike Curtis
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
9 days ago
Williams had been listed as probable, so the downgrade is not the best news. The Mavericks will also play on Friday night, so the team could sit Williams for the first leg of a back-to-back. If they do, the Mavericks would likely start Ryan Nembhard and give AJ Johnson more minutes.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
10 days ago
Thompson is expected to return following a one-game absence. AJ Johnson will lose out on minutes, but Thompson hasn’t played a significant enough role this season for this to drastically alter fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
10 days ago
This will be a fourth straight absence for Bagley, with no end in sight. Daniel Gafford will continue to operate as the starting center, with Dwight Powell filling out the backup minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
10 days ago
Williams is managing a quad contusion, but it isn’t expected to keep him sidelined against Orlando. He has scored in double figures in 14 of his last 15 games and will look to stay hot in that one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
10 days ago
Marshall is expected to return following a two-game absence. Cooper Flagg (foot) is questionable, so Marshall’s spot in the starting unit will likely be dependent on Flagg’s availability for this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
10 days ago
Flagg has been sidelined since before the All-Star break, but he could make his return against Orlando. Flagg’s return would likely push Khris Middleton back to the bench, which would limit his fantasy output.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
10 days ago
Clifford struggled from beyond the arc on Tuesday, missing all five of his attempts. The good news is that the rookie guard shot over 50 percent from two-point range, and he also provided solid production in rebounds, assists, and steals. Clifford played 39 minutes, an encouraging number, even if it may not be sustainable for the rest of the season. The key is that he’s getting a lot of playing time, which makes Clifford a more attractive option during the silly season.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
10 days ago
After logging 22 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Lakers in his return from a thigh injury, Westbrook played 31 minutes against the Suns. The veteran point guard shot 3-of-6 from beyond the arc on Tuesday, and fantasy managers in category leagues can also use the assists and steals. However, it’s fair to question whether Westbrook will be asked to play 30-plus minutes consistently between now and the end of the season, especially with Devin Carter needing more playing time for evaluation. Carter only played nine minutes on Tuesday, finishing with two points, two rebounds and one steal. With the Kings headed for the draft lottery, Carter should be the priority, but that wasn’t the case against the Suns.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
10 days ago
Raynaud finished Tuesday’s defeat with his 13th double-double of the season, which leads all rookies. The 7-foot-1 center may not offer much value as a shot-blocker, but fantasy managers know what they’re going to get from him as a scorer and rebounder on most nights. For good measure, Raynaud dished out four assists against the Suns. Among Kings players, only Precious Achiuwa has been more valuable to fantasy managers since the All-Star break.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
10 days ago
Achiuwa has been a popular add in fantasy leagues recently, and with good reason. The 6-foot-8 forward has recorded at least nine rebounds in five straight games and at least one steal and one blocked shot in four of the last five. Rostered in 28 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Achiuwa has been a top-50 player since the All-Star break, according to Basketball Monster. With the Kings headed for the draft lottery, playing time should not be an issue for Achiuwa the rest of this season. If he’s sitting on the waiver wire, pick him up.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
10 days ago
This was a third straight start for Williams, but he has been a consistent source of offense for a while. He has scored at least 10 points in eight straight games and in 14 of his last 15 appearances. Over half of his points came from the free throw line in this game, and he has been able to get to the free throw line at a high rate this season. He’ll continue to carry Dallas offensively until Cooper Flagg returns.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
10 days ago
Following a three-game absence with an ankle injury, Washington was back in the starting unit against Charlotte. He played 28 minutes, which is slightly below his season average, though this was a blowout. He wasn’t very productive, and he didn’t register any defensive stats, which have been his bread and butter this season. However, he should continue to play a big role for Dallas, with this six-game road trip continuing in Orlando on Thursday.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
11 days ago
Washington is back after missing three games with an ankle injury, and he will be in the starting lineup on Tuesday. His return pushes Caleb Martin to the bench, limiting his fantasy value as a result.
Source: Mike Curtis
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
11 days ago
Thompson was downgraded to doubtful earlier in the day, and he has now officially been ruled out. AJ Johnson played 34 minutes in Thompson’s most recent absence and should see a bump in minutes in this game as well.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
11 days ago
After a three-game absence, Washington is available to play. With Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall both out, he’ll have more opportunities to produce. However, due to limited assists and defensive production, Washington offers a limited ceiling in category leagues.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
11 days ago
Thompson is still nursing a right adductor contusion, and he’s likely headed to the sideline for another game. AJ Johnson could see increased run in Thompson’s absence, but Thompson’s availability isn’t highly impactful in the realm of fantasy hoops.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
11 days ago
Washington is expected to return following a three-game absence, and he should immediately reclaim his place in the starting lineup. In three career matchups against his former team, Washington has averaged an underwhelming 9.3 points, 8.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
12 days ago
Bagley will miss a third straight game with a sprained neck, and Daniel Gafford should continue to see big minutes at center. Dwight Powell should operate as Gafford’s primary backup, and Moussa Cissé could see some additional run if he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 days ago
Dallas is shorthanded across the board, so more minutes will be available for the likes of Brandon Williams, Khris Middleton, Caleb Martin, Max Christie and AJ Johnson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
12 days ago
Flagg is not yet ready to return to action, and with Naji Marshall (finger) also sidelined, Khris Middleton is worth a look in most fantasy leagues. He should see big minutes for as long as Flagg and/or Marshall are out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 days ago
Marshall sat out Sunday, and he’ll miss another contest when the Mavs take on the Hornets. Caleb Martin (back) is off the injury report and should help to fill Marshall’s vacated minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
12 days ago
Raynaud recorded his fourth double-double since the All-Star break and 12th of the season, but this was not the best night overall for the rookie. The points, rebounds and field-goal percentage categories were good, but he was also responsible for six turnovers. Add in the lack of defensive stats, and Sunday wasn’t the best night to rely on Raynaud in nine-cat formats. That said, his current role with Domantas Sabonis (knee) done for the season makes Raynaud worth the risk in some 12-team leagues.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
12 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Mavericks, Westbrook only played 22 minutes on Sunday. Given where the Kings are in the standings, that could be the veteran point guard’s workload for the rest of the season. If so, Devin Carter is a player to watch, even though he shot the ball poorly in his 21 minutes against the Lakers. Making two of his seven attempts from the field, the second-year guard finished with six points, two rebounds and three assists.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
12 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s win over the Mavericks, Westbrook only played 22 minutes on Sunday. Given where the Kings are in the standings, that could be the veteran point guard’s workload for the rest of the season. If so, Devin Carter is a player to watch, even though he shot the ball poorly in his 21 minutes against the Lakers. Making two of his seven attempts from the field, the second-year guard finished with six points, two rebounds and three assists.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
12 days ago
With Zach LaVine done for the season and Keegan Murray currently out with a sprained ankle, Clifford should take on a more prominent role moving forward. He’s reached double figures in four straight games, with the 26 points being the most for the rookie since dropping a season-high 30 in a February 7 loss to the Cavaliers. A top-100 player over the past month, Clifford has silly season standout potential, especially with the Kings headed for the draft lottery. The Kings play three games in Week 19, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
12 days ago
After going on a streak of five consecutive games with a steal, Christie did not record any in the four games he played before Sunday. The Mavericks’ guard picked up two against the Thunder, and his ability to consistently provide value in that category will be critical for his fantasy outlook moving forward. While a capable shooter, Christie is not a prolific scorer, so category league managers certainly need a bit more from him in the “other” categories. In addition to the two steals, he grabbed seven rebounds, the third time he’s hit that number in a game since New Year’s Day.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
12 days ago
Williams made a second consecutive start on Sunday, but his playing time took a slight hit. After logging 26 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies, he played 24 against the Thunder, and Ryan Nembhard’s availability was a factor. Dallas converted the rookie from a two-way contract to a standard deal, so he’s eligible to play for the rest of this season. Nembhard logged 24 minutes in his return to the rotation on Sunday, finishing with seven points, two rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer. Between Nembhard’s return and the eventual returns of P.J. Washington and Naji Marshall, Williams’ fantasy prospects for the silly season don’t look too promising.
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 days ago
Back in action after missing Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies, Martin was inserted into the starting lineup due to Naji Marshall (finger) being out. He took advantage of the opportunity, leading the Mavericks in scoring while shooting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc. Unfortunately, Martin shot 50 percent from the foul line and did not offer much production outside of points and three-pointers. While starting does raise his fantasy ceiling, Martin has not been a dependable option for managers this season. What works in his favor for Week 19 is that Dallas plays four games, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
12 days ago
Thompson, who returned to the rotation after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies, suffered a right adductor contusion during the second quarter of Sunday’s game. He has since been ruled out for the rest of the night, finishing with seven points (3-of-8 FGs), one assist and one three-pointer in 15 minutes. AJ Johnson may pick up a few more minutes off the bench in Thompson’s absence.
Source: Noah Weber
DAL • Small Forward • #16
13 days ago
Martin is good to go after missing Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies. With Naji Marshall (finger) officially out, Martin may be the player who head coach Jason Kidd picks to move into the starting lineup.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
13 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the second that Washington has missed with a sprained right ankle. Brandon Williams started Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies and will likely hold onto that role against the reigning NBA champs.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Small Forward • #13
13 days ago
Marshall was downgraded to doubtful early Sunday afternoon, so the final downgrade in status is not a surprise. With Caleb Martin (back) available, he may be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Noah Weber
DAL • Small Forward • #16
13 days ago
Martin is on track to play against the reigning champs after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies. With Naji Marshall (finger) doubtful, Martin could be in the starting lineup for Dallas’ final game of Week 18.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
14 days ago
Westbrook will be back on the court after a thigh contusion sidelined him for Thursday’s win over the Mavericks. While his return means that Devin Carter will head back to the bench, the second-year guard should still play plenty with the Kings headed for the draft lottery.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
15 days ago
Murray aggravated his sprained left ankle during Wednesday’s loss to the Rockets and was forced to exit. Nique Clifford entered the lineup to start the third quarter of that game and should retain that role, making him a player worth rostering. Also worth a look in deeper leagues is Daeqwon Plowden, but he is not a must-add.
Source: Marc Stein
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #5
15 days ago
Achiuwa has had some big games recently, and this was enough to finally end the Kings’ losing streak. He set a new career high for scoring and had his second 20-point double-double in his last three games. With Sacramento playing the rest of the season without multiple typical starters, Achiuwa will continue to play big minutes, though this type of production won’t come consistently.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
15 days ago
Clifford entered the starting lineup with Keegan Murray (ankle) sidelined for this game. Though it was a rough shooting night for the rookie, he was able to pour in the counting stats. With Sacramento currently holding the worst record in the league, Clifford should see plenty of minutes down the stretch of this season, which should lead to strong fantasy production.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #29
15 days ago
Plowden signed a two-way deal with the Kings this summer and spent most of the year in the G League. However, he has taken on a larger role in February, and this was the second time in their last three games that he has scored exactly 19 points, which is his career high for scoring that he initially set last January with the Hawks. However, he shot perfect from the floor in this one. He should continue to play big minutes and have a role for the Kings throughout silly season.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
16 days ago
The Kings won’t have Russell Westbrook or Keegan Murray for Thursday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. They’ll be replaced in the lineup by Carter and Clifford, with the latter offering a higher ceiling for the silly season. Sacramento’s other three starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
16 days ago
Monk was initially questionable for Thursday’s game with a sore right ankle. He’ll provide depth and deep-league fantasy value off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
16 days ago
The Kings are littered with injuries and are trending to have the best lottery odds for the top pick in the draft, so they’re not going to push Westbrook here. Nique Clifford and Devin Carter figure to pick up the majority of the minutes and usage with Westbrook out.
SAC • Shooting Guard • #
16 days ago
While Clifford was not in the starting lineup on Wednesday, he did start the third quarter due to Keegan Murray aggravating his sprained left ankle. The first-round pick out of Colorado State played 28 minutes in Houston, and he may take on an enhanced role as soon as Thursday’s game in Dallas. If so, Clifford has the potential to join fellow rookie Maxime Rayanud (11 points, eight rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes) on the list of first-year players who can be serious factors in fantasy basketball during the silly season.
SAC • Shooting Guard, Small Forward, and Power Forward • #10
16 days ago
DeRozan, who led the Kings with seven assists, played 24 minutes on Wednesday. Given where the Kings’ season is, with the team now a league-worst 13-47, the younger players should be the team’s priority for the rest of the season. DeRozan did play 35 minutes in the Kings’ February 21 loss to the Spurs, but it would be unsurprising if his minutes were kept in the mid-20s more consistently.
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
16 days ago
While Westbrook led the Kings in scoring on Wednesday, he put up those 22 points in 25 minutes. With the game being a blowout, the veteran point guard was not on the floor as long as he usually would. However, Kings fans and fantasy managers would likely argue that Westbrook should play around 25 minutes in more competitive games to free up time for the Kings’ younger guards. Made available after missing a few games with a back injury, Devin Carter picked up a DNP-CD in a game the Kings lost by 31 points. We’ll see if that changes in the near future.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
17 days ago
Murray, who missed over a month after spraining his left ankle in early January, injured the ankle again during the first quarter of Wednesday’s game. He played nine minutes, finishing with three points, one rebound and one blocked shot. Patrick Baldwin Jr. and Daeqwon Plowden may pick up additional minutes in Murray’s absence, but neither is a must-add.
Source: James Ham
SAC • Point Guard • #22
17 days ago
Carter is good to go after sitting out Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. His return is likely to push Killian Hayes out of the rotation after the recent signing played 11 minutes off the bench in Memphis.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard • #22
18 days ago
Carter did not play in Monday’s win over the Grizzlies, which factored into recent signing Killian Hayes playing 11 minutes off the bench. If Carter can play against the Rockets, don’t expect to see too much of Hayes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
18 days ago
Westbrook led the Kings in scoring with 25 points in 33 minutes of action in the win over the Grizzlies on Monday. The 37-year-old point guard certainly still has something left in the tank, but he obviously isn’t part of the organization’s long-term plans and could see his minutes scaled back as the season goes on.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
19 days ago
Carter popped up on the injury report Monday afternoon with a back injury and has since been ruled out for the game against the Grizzlies. Malik Monk and Nique Clifford should both see more minutes and are worth streaming on a three-game slate with Carter out.
SAC • Point Guard • #22
19 days ago
Carter’s late addition to Monday’s injury report doesn’t bode well for his availability. If Carter is unable to take the court, Malik Monk and Nique Clifford should see a boost in minutes, making both guards appealing streamers for the small slate.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • • #
20 days ago
The former top-10 pick will get another chance to make an NBA comeback. He’ll be with Sacramento for the rest of the month, and he should be able to fill some backcourt minutes, though managers should steer clear of this situation.
Source: Shams Charania
SAC • Shooting Guard • #0
20 days ago
Monk played 28 minutes off the bench, getting most of the backup point guard minutes in Saturday’s defeat. To his credit, he played well, committing just one turnover and shooting 50 percent from the field. However, it’s fair to wonder if Monk will get point guard minutes at Devin Carter’s expense the rest of the season. The 2024 first-round pick played just six minutes against the Spurs after averaging nearly 27 per over Sacramento’s prior six games. For the sake of the Kings’ rebuild, Carter should play more over the final two months of the season. But that may not be head coach Doug Christie’s opinion.
SAC • Center and Power Forward • #
20 days ago
Raynaud has recorded a double-double in three of his last four games, continuing to provide solid value as Domantas Sabonis’ replacement in the starting lineup. While his first stint at the starter did not make the rookie a must-roster player, he is now, since Sabonis won’t return this season. Over the past two weeks, Raynaud has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats. The Kings play four games in Week 18, starting with the Grizzlies on Monday.
SAC • Power Forward and Small Forward • #13
20 days ago
After scoring 15 points in his first game back from a sprained ankle on Thursday, Murray put up 20 as part of a complete stat line on Saturday. Also of note for the Kings forward was that he played a team-high 36 minutes. While DeMar DeRozan (20/1/5/2/1 in 35 minutes) and Russell Westbrook (7/3/2/1/1 with one three-pointer in 21 minutes) don’t appear to be part of the Kings’ long-term plans, Murray should be the priority over the final two months of the regular season. If the Kings take that approach, it should bode well for fantasy managers who have him rostered.
SAC • Small Forward • #12
22 days ago
While Hunter practiced on Wednesday, he has not appeared in a game since a February 6 loss to the Clippers. The wing, acquired from the Cavaliers at the trade deadline, was inadvertently struck in the left eye by Clippers wing Kobe Sanders, resulting in left eye iritis. Further evaluations revealed a detached retina, prompting Friday’s procedure. Hunter is the third Kings rotation player to be ruled out for the rest of the season, joining Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis. Hunter’s absence means more playing time for Nique Clifford and Daeqwon Plowden, with the former being a player who should be rostered for the rest of the season.
Source: Chris B. Haynes