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DAL • Small Forward • #16
30 days ago
Martin tweaked his ankle in Tuesday’s game against the Suns and is unlikely to play Thursday against the Lakers given he was downgraded to doubtful. Klay Thompson could see more minutes as part of the Mavericks bench depth, though he’s not worth rostering in fantasy leagues.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
30 days ago
Marshall was initially listed as questionable with a sprained left foot, but now he’s been upgraded to probable ahead of Thursday’s game against the Lakers. He should see a significant workload with Cooper Flagg (foot) already ruled out.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Unsurprisingly, Wembanyama encountered far more resistance on Wednesday than he did in Tuesday’s blowout of the Lakers. However, even with Draymond Green leaning on him for most of the night, the 7-foot-4 phenom still recorded a complete stat line on good percentages. Wembanyama continues to provide top-5 fantasy value regardless of format, and that won’t change anytime soon. Next for him is Sunday’s All-Star Game, where he’ll be a starter for the first time.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
After scoring 25 points in a February 4 win over the Thunder, Johnson totaled 26 points in the three games that followed. He was far more impactful against the Warriors, providing excellent value in his 29 minutes. Over the past two weeks, Johnson has been ranked outside the top-200, mainly due to a lack of production outside of points and rebounds. That’s been the case for most of this season, limiting him to a deep-league option in category leagues.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Fox only played 17 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Lakers, as the Spurs were never challenged. That wasn’t the case on Wednesday, and the speedy guard stepped up with one of his best performances of the season. In scoring 27 points, Fox shot 11-of-16 from the field and provided excellent value in the assist and steal categories. The Spurs will complete their Week 17 schedule with two games after the All-Star break, starting with the Suns on February 19.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg will miss the Mavericks’ final game before the All-Star break and will remain out for the Rising Stars game. Flagg may not end up missing much time, which is a good thing for fantasy managers. However, he won’t be available for his first All-Star weekend.
Source: Mavs PR
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle suffered a pelvic contusion during Tuesday’s win over the Lakers. The reigning Rookie of the Year said after the game that he wanted to play against the Warriors, and he has been cleared. Castle will take his usual spot in the starting lineup, and Harrison Barnes remains with the reserves.
Source: Paul Garcia
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Thompson did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns, with fellow vet Khris Middleton playing 22 minutes off the bench in his Mavericks’ debut. With Cooper Flagg (foot) listed as doubtful, Thompson may wind up absorbing some of the minutes that would usually go to the rookie.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Martin tweaked his left ankle during Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. While he refused medical attention in the immediate aftermath, it’s clear the ankle remains an issue, as he’s on the injury report. Having Klay Thompson back will help with the numbers if Martin sits, but he isn’t guaranteed to provide reliable streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Marshall is dealing with a strained left foot, casting some doubt on his availability for Thursday’s game. With Cooper Flagg (foot) listed as doubtful, Marshall would likely be in for a heavy workload if he can play. Tyus Jones would have added value if both sit, even with his subpar showing in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg is listed as having a left midfoot sprain, and based on the doubtful tag, he’s likely to miss the Mavericks’ final game before the All-Star break. If Flagg doesn’t play, the Mavericks will have to rely even more on Naji Marshall, who scored 32 points in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle exited early on Tuesday and could remain sidelined for another game. In their final game before the All-Star break, they could choose to prioritize rest. Harrison Barnes started in place of Castle in his most recent absence, though Dylan Harper could also benefit greatly from Castle being sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
about 1 month ago
Wednesday’s game is the fifth that Waters has missed since suffering a hyperextended left knee. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he has not played consistent rotation minutes when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sochan most recently played the final four minutes of Saturday’s win over the Mavericks. The 2022 lottery pick has not been in the Spurs’ rotation on most nights, prompting rumors before the trade deadline that the forward was hoping to be moved. Once he clears waivers, Sochan will become an unrestricted free agent. In 28 games this season, he averaged 4.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 12.8 minutes per appearance.
Source: Shams Charania
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper has reached double figures in five of his last six appearances, scoring at least nine in all six. Stephon Castle (pelvis) exited Tuesday’s victory during the first half, and it’s difficult to envision him playing on Wednesday against the Warriors. While Harrison Barnes (11/3/2/3 with two three-pointers) is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup, there should also be a few more minutes for Harper in the Spurs’ final game before the All-Star break.
SAS • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Bryant reached double figures for the fifth time this season, and the 16 points represent a new high for the rookie wing. With Tuesday’s game getting out of hand by halftime and Stephon Castle (pelvis) not returning for the second half, there were a few more minutes available to Bryant. And his play has been encouraging recently. Tuesday’s effort was preceded by an 11-point, five-rebound, three-block effort against the Mavericks on Saturday. Bryant’s recent run means more for dynasty leagues than redraft formats, but it’s good to see him show off some of his upside.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
To be fair to the Lakers, they were incredibly shorthanded for Tuesday’s game. A challenging task became impossible, as they could not defend Wembanyama. He scored 17 of the Spurs’ first 20 points, and the big fella’s 25 first-quarter points were the most in a quarter in franchise history. Wembanyama only needed to play 26 minutes to get his 40, sitting for the final 16 minutes of the blowout victory. That should bode well for his availability for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.
Source: NBA
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle was injured during the first half when he landed hard on the court after blocking a Rui Hachimura dunk attempt. While the second-year guard was able to walk back to the locker room under his own power, he did so slowly. The good news is that X-rays came back negative, but Castle is done for the night. Harrison Barnes entered the Spurs’ lineup to begin the third quarter.
Source: Paul Garcia
DAL • Point Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Moved into the starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, Jones appeared to be in a good spot to offer solid fantasy value. Unfortunately, things did not play out that way for the guard in his first start as a Maverick. Jones played 15 minutes, with Naji Marshall replacing him in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Between that and Brandon Williams (5/2/2/1) playing more minutes off the bench, this was not the most encouraging night for Jones or those who considered picking him up off the waiver wire.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg’s frequent trips to the foul line gave his point total a nice boost, but overall, this was a modest night for the rookie. While his run of games with at least 32 points ended at four in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, he’s scored 27 or more in five of his last six. Given the constant changes of the actual point guards in the Mavericks’ rotation, head coach Jason Kidd may decide to simply put the ball in Flagg’s hands even more after the All-Star break. And fantasy managers may favor that approach.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Marshall came off the bench on Tuesday, with Tyus Jones bumping him from the starting lineup. That didn’t prevent Naji from having one of his most productive nights of the season, recording his second 30-point stat line in three games and fourth of the season. Marshall would replace the ineffective Jones in the Mavericks’ lineup to begin the third quarter, and it’s difficult to envision a scenario in which that doesn’t hold for Thursday’s game against the Lakers.
DAL • Point Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has made two changes to his starting lineup. After coming off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, Jones and Washington move into the starting lineup. Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin will head to the bench, with the former still being a player worth holding onto in deep leagues.
Source: Grant Afseth
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, Thompson will sit out Dallas’ penultimate game before the All-Star break. Khris Middleton is available to make his Mavericks’ debut, so he can absorb the minutes that would have gone to Thompson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
about 1 month ago
This will be a fourth straight absence for Waters, though his status doesn’t have an impact on the Spurs’ rotation. His continued absence won’t impact the Spurs’ minutes allocation.
Source: Paul Garcia
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Thompson could get the night off despite not dealing with an injury. He has played roughly 20 minutes per game off the bench over the Mavericks’ last three games and should see a similar role if he’s available. Khris Middleton is expected to make his debut for Dallas, so he would soak up Thompson’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Absent from the injury report, Middleton is on track to make his Mavericks debut on Tuesday. With Dallas being best served to strengthen its draft lottery odds, the veteran forward may not log heavy minutes anytime soon. As was the case in Washington, Middleton does not qualify as a must-roster player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Acquired from the Hawks for Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick, Kennard made his Lakers’ debut on Saturday. As expected, he was used in a reserve role, playing 26 minutes. Kennard isn’t at the point where he’s worth relying on in most fantasy leagues. But he’ll have every opportunity to change that, as the Lakers are looking to him to provide consistent perimeter shooting.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Christie led three Mavericks starters in double figures, and he’s scored at least ten points in five consecutive games. The issue for him recently, even with the double-digit points streak, has been that Christie has made just 38.4 percent of his shots from the field over the past two weeks. Given the limited assists and defensive stats, Christie has limited upside in category leagues.
DAL • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
For the few who had Bagley rostered, his Mavericks debut went about as well as one could hope. Despite coming off the bench, he played 24 minutes, six more than starter Daniel Gafford (nine points, four rebounds and two assists), who was in foul trouble for most of the night. Even if the minutes were reversed, Bagley offers solid fantasy upside in Dallas. Deep-league managers should consider picking him up, with Dallas playing four games in Week 17.
DAL • Point Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Making his first appearance since being traded to Dallas, Jones played 17 minutes on Saturday. While the assist production was excellent, he’s in a challenging spot as far as fantasy relevance is concerned. The basketball will be in Cooper Flagg’s (14/4/4 with two three-pointers) hands a lot as he continues to develop as a pro. So even if Jones were to move into the starting lineup at some point, he would not be worth the risk unless there’s a dire need for assists.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Thompson turned back the clock during the second quarter of Saturday’s game, scoring 14 points on 4-of-6 shooting from the field. The Spurs did a better job of defending Thompson during the second half, but the final stat line was solid. Unfortunately for the few who hold out hope that Klay can achieve fantasy relevance, he wasn’t moved at the trade deadline. Getting to a team with postseason ambitions may have given him a better shot at providing value later in the season.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
In the first six games he played afer returning from a strained adductor, Vassell averaged 10.7 points on 40.6 percent shooting from the field. Saturday’s performance was his best since the injury, with the Spurs’ wing also providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories. San Antonio’s Week 17 starts with games on Tuesday and Wednesday, so Vassell managers may only get three games out of him instead of four.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
While he took a back seat to Stephon Castle on Saturday, Wembanyama was still impactful on both ends of the floor. The three blocks don’t do the third-year center justice, as there were other occasions when Mavericks players passed up shots because of Wemby’s presence. With Saturday’s game not being as close as the 138-125 final score would indicate, the Spurs only needed to play Wembanyama 27 minutes.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
The second meeting in three days between the Mavericks and Spurs was dominated by Castle, who made some history. The second-year guard became the first player in franchise history to record a 40-point triple-double with points, rebounds and assists. Castle joins David Robinson as Spurs players with a 40-point triple-double; The Admiral recorded his with points, rebounds and blocks. While Castle recorded six turnovers, their impact was muted by his all-around production. The Spurs play four games in Week 17, starting with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back before the All-Star break.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sochan has missed the last five games with a quad injury. While it’s good news that he’s back, the 22-year-old small forward wasn’t in the Spurs rotation prior to his injury. He’s not worth rostering in most fantasy leagues this year.
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet is back after a one-game absence with adductor and ankle injuries. While the Spurs decided to go small when Victor Wembanyama was sitting in their last game, expect Kornet to resume his role as the backup center on Saturday. That’s not a role that necessitates him being rostered in most fantasy leagues, however.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Fox is available after being listed as questionable with back soreness. The 28-year-old point guard has had a double-double in his last two games including Thursday, which was also against the Mavericks. He’ll look to extend his streak to three on Saturday as the Spurs close out Week 16.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
While Tyus Jones, AJ Johnson and Marvin Bagley III are available to make their Mavericks’ debuts on Saturday, Middleton is out. Nothing has been reported regarding a potential buyout, but it may be worth keeping an eye out for. Middleton’s timeline doesn’t align with the Mavericks’, especially with the franchise pivoting to a rebuild.
Source: Christian Clark
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams was initially listed as probable, so his availability isn’t much of a surprise, though he missed the last two games. With Ryan Nembhard listed as doubtful, Williams and Tyus Jones, who is making his Mavericks debut, figure to have added playmaking responsibilities in this one.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sochan has missed San Antonio’s last five games. However, he was not in the rotation before the injury, so the former lottery pick’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet’s absence on Thursday did not result in Kelly Olynyk returning to the rotation, as he picked up a DNP-CD. The Spurs went small when Victor Wembanyama wasn’t on the floor, with Carter Bryant logging 18 minutes off the bench. Regardless of what happens with Kornet for Saturday’s game, Bryant should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Fox is uncertain to play on Saturday due to back soreness. He most recently served the Mavericks with a double-double in the Spurs’ win on Thursday, which was his second consecutive. Fox will have a chance to extend his streak to three straight double-doubles on Saturday if he’s able to play. If unavailable, Dylan Harper or Jordan McLaughlin could realistically slot into the starting unit.
Source: Tom Petrini
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 month ago
Washington is back after missing the last two games due to the league’s concussion protocol. Caleb Martin has started the previous two games, and he may be headed back to the bench with Washington available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams has missed Dallas’s last two games, but he appears on track to return Saturday night. While Ryan Nembhard played 17 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, he’s listed as doubtful for Saturday due to his two-way contract status. Add in Tyus Jones potentially making his Mavericks’ debut, and Nembhard is unlikely to be a factor in fantasy basketball if Williams sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Since scoring 24 points in a January 24 loss to the Lakers, Christie scored 13 points or less in four consecutive games. The Mavericks’ guard was better against the Spurs, but a 2-of-8 night from beyond the arc kept the points tally at 20. Even with the addition of Khris Middleton, those who have Christie rostered should not panic. With an eye toward the future, the Mavericks would be better served playing Max starters’ minutes than lightening his workload the rest of the season.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Marshall has not been a player that fantasy managers look to for three-point production, as he entered Thursday with ten games of at least two triples. That changed on Thursday, as the Mavericks’ wing hit four, matching his career-high. Add in the points, rebounds and assists, and this was a good night to have Marshall rostered. Of course, category league managers will want some defensive production out of Naji. Still, he’s one of the few reliable fantasy options on the Mavericks’ roster beyond Cooper Flagg at this point.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg has been on a roll recently, scoring at least 32 points in four straight games. The Mavericks’ rookie shot over 50 percent from the field despite San Antonio’s defensive focus throughout, recording a complete stat line. With Anthony Davis no longer in the picture, Dallas’ focus for the rest of the season will be on identifying the areas they need to address to build a team around Flagg for the franchise’s next era.
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
After coming off the bench in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, Barnes was back in the starting lineup Thursday night, with Stephon Castle coming off the bench. The veteran forward made the most of his opportunities, shooting 5-of-7 from three. And the 19 points were the most in a game for Barnes since he scored 20 in a December 23 win over Oklahoma City. He isn’t worth the risk in most fantasy leagues, but Barnes is still capable of coming through with a good night every so often.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
After sitting out Sunday’s win over the Magic with an adductor injury, Castle played both games of the Spurs’ back-to-back. However, his minutes were limited, with the reigning Rookie of the Year coming off the bench and playing 21 on Thursday. Castle started Wednesday’s win over the Thunder and logged 26 minutes. The positive for fantasy managers was that he was highly productive in those 21 minutes, with the stat line only missing a blocked shot.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
After logging 28 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, Wembanyama played 34 on Thursday. That’s the highest minutes tally for him since returning from the knee injury that cost him two games at the start of January. Even if the Spurs look to keep Wembanyama’s minutes “in check,” he doesn’t need much time to put up a robust stat line. On Wednesday, he made his first five three-point attempts and finished with another complete stat line. The Spurs host Dallas on Saturday in both teams’ final game of Week 16.
SAS • Power Forward and Small Forward • #40
about 1 month ago
While Stephon Castle (adductor) is available for Thursday’s game, he’ll come off the bench, given that this is San Antonio’s second game in as many nights. Barnes returns to the starting lineup, but he has offered limited fantasy value in that role.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Olynyk is good to go after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Thunder. With Luke Kornet (adductor, ankle) out, Olynyk will step into the backup center role. With Victor Wembanyama getting most of the minutes, there isn’t much upside to streaming Olynyk.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper is available after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Thunder. Jordan McLaughlin picked up a few minutes off the bench, but his fall out of the rotation will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Jared Weiss
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford is available after initially being questionable for Thursday’s game. If his right ankle gives the center any difficulty, the Mavericks would then turn to Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé to pick up the slack.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams remains out for a second straight game due to a lower right leg contusion. Due to the trades Dallas executed before the trade deadline, they’ll rely even more on Cooper Flagg and Ryan Nembhard as the primary playmakers.
Source: Noah Weber
DAL • Point Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Two players that have already been moved at this deadline will be swung once again. Jones will provide a veteran ball handler for a young team that has lacked a consistent option at point guard this season. Having Jones in the rotation will help Cooper Flagg’s development without resulting in extra wins. Jones could be a solid source of assists if he is able to playing at least 20 minutes per game, though he will likely come off the bench.
Source: Shams Charania
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
about 1 month ago
Waters will miss a second straight game, though he has only played 6.8 minutes per game this season and isn’t a consistent part of the rotation when healthy. His continued absence won’t impact the Spurs’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
This will be a fifth straight absence for Sochan, though he hasn’t been part of the rotation when healthy. His continued absence won’t alter the Spurs’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics, leading to more minutes for Jaden Hardy and Ryan Nembhard. Hardy has since been traded to the Wizards, meaning Nembhard’s playing time would increase if Williams remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford, whose right ankle has been an issue since the start of training camp, sprained it again during the second quarter of Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics. While he did return during the third quarter, the Mavericks center is back on the injury report. If he can’t play against the Spurs, Dallas will rely on Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé to handle the center position.
Source: NBA Injury Report