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Mavericks
29-57|L10: 3-7
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Nuggets
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DAL • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Daniel Gafford (shoulder) exited early from this game, which allowed Dwight Powell to start the second half in his place. However, it was Cissé that ended up seeing more of a production boost with Gafford unavailable. If Gafford remains out against the Magic on Friday, Cissé will have upside as a streaming option, even if he comes off the bench.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams scored 12 points in the first half of this game and ended up starting the second half in place of Ryan Nembhard. Williams continues to be a reliable source of points, and he has been a decent source of assists, though he wasn’t in this game. This was his highest-scoring performance since March 3, and he has scored in double figures in every game he has completed since before the All-Star break. He’ll continue to pour in the points over the final six games of the season for Dallas.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
It was another rough shooting night for Flagg, who shot 5-of-19 from the floor just 24 hours before this. However, he was able to make more of an impact in other ways in this game. This was his fourth double-double since the All-Star break, which helped make up for the subpar performance from the floor. Flagg will get a couple days off, which will hopefully help him have a better outing against the Magic on Friday.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford exited early with a right shoulder stinger and won’t be available to close out this game. Dwight Powell started the second half in his place, though Moussa Cisse should take on extra minutes as well.
Source: Mavs PR
DEN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Nnaji exited early on Sunday after taking on extra minutes with Aaron Gordon (calf) sidelined, and that hip injury will keep him out against Utah. Gordon is back, so Nnaji likely wouldn’t have seen the floor if he was available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones exited early against Golden State, and he will remain out for this game. However, Aaron Gordon (calf) will be back, which means Peyton Watson will fill the backup power forward minutes after starting on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon was a late addition to the injury report on Sunday and ended up missing their matchup with the Warriors. Peyton Watson got the starting nod, but he will likely head back to the bench with Gordon expected back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Johnson exited early on Sunday, but that won’t keep him sidelined against Utah. He’ll occupy his typical starting spot, which means Julian Strawther won’t receive any boost.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Thompson was listed as doubtful due to rest and has now officially been ruled out. Khris Middleton should see a minutes boost with Thompson unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
The Mavs are playing the second leg of a back-to-back set, so the vet is unlikely to take the court. With P.J. Washington and Naji Marshall still out due to illness, Khris Middleton could get a major boost in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
With Daniel Gafford back in action, Dwight Powell should operate as the backup center, but his fantasy appeal is minimal. Dallas’ forward rotation will be thin, so Khris Middleton and Brandon Williams should pick up some additional minutes with Martin sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 month ago
Washington and Marshall sat out Monday against Minnesota, and they’ll both miss the second leg of the team’s back-to-back set. Khris Middleton, Klay Thompson and Brandon Williams should see additional run with Washington and Marshall sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Williams had one of Dallas’ better individual performances on Monday, despite his production coming from off the bench. He showed up all over the box score in his 28 minutes of game action and continues to have a relatively strong season for the Mavericks. He’s not a must-roster player in fantasy leagues during championship week, but wouldn’t be a bad streaming option for those needing points and assists.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg struggled on Monday, as did many of the Mavericks’ starters. He just made it out of single figures in points in his 31 minutes of action, and failed to make much of an impact in other areas of the game. The rookie sensation has produced well throughout the season and had been playing some particularly good basketball of late. After concluding with his lowest points total since January, he’ll have a chance to bounce back on Tuesday against the Bucks.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford returned to the rotation on Monday following a two-game absence as he dealt with a shoulder injury. He thrived in his return, finishing two rebounds shy of a double in his 24 minutes of action, while also being the only Mavericks player to reach 20 points. Aside from poor free-throw shooting, there isn’t much to be critical of when strictly examining the box score. If available for the second game of a back-to-back against the Bucks, Gafford could be in for another good performance.
DAL • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Christie and Flagg are the lone holdovers from the lineup that began Friday’s win over the Trail Blazers. Nembhard, Middleton and Gafford will start, with the first two stepping in for the ill P.J. Washington and Naji Marshall. Gafford’s return pushes Dwight Powell to the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game will be the seventh that Martin has missed with a right foot injury. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, but it does contribute to the Mavericks’ current injury woes.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford is good to go after missing a few games with a shoulder injury. He’ll return to the starting lineup, but with Marvin Bagley III out, Dwight Powell will serve as the backup.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 month ago
Washington is one of many Mavericks players ruled out for Monday’s game, with his absence opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Due to the absences, Brandon Williams or Ryan Nembhard could move into the starting lineup, even though neither plays the same position as Washington.
Source: Noah Weber
DAL • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Bagley won’t have a chance on Monday to follow his 26-point, nine-rebound showing against the Trail Blazers. Instead, Dwight Powell and Tyler Smith could log heavy minutes in the frontcourt for the Mavs when facing the Wolves. Neither player should be considered in fantasy leagues for streaming purposes.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
The Mavericks will be down multiple contributors for Monday’s game, including Marshall. Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson are likely to play more out of necessity, with the former offering a higher ceiling in category leagues.
Source: Noah Weber
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 month ago
Washington is a late addition to the injury report, and Marshall has been downgraded from probable to questionable. Dallas could be shorthanded at forward, and the potential absences of Washington and Marshall could free up more playing time for Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Nnaji, who picked up a few additional minutes due to Aaron Gordon (calf) being out, played just eight minutes in Sunday’s victory. A hip impingement led to Nnaji being shut down for the rest of the night. The Nuggets play two games in Week 23, with the first scheduled for Wednesday. Nnaji’s absence is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball, especially if Gordon is available.
Source: Katy Winge
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
After appearing to grab his side, Johnson departed for the Nuggets’ locker room during the third quarter of Sunday’s game. It was eventually announced that the forward was dealing with back spasms. While Johnson did return to the bench to rejoin his teammates, he did not check back into the game. The Nuggets are off until Wednesday; if Johnson is not available, Julian Strawther could sneak into the back end of the rotation.
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Denver received 43 points from its bench on Sunday, with Hardaway and Bruce Brown (15 points, one rebound, two steals and three three-pointers) leading the way. THJ has made at least four three-pointers in three of his last four games, providing consistent production off the bench. He remains a player most valuable to managers needing points and three-pointers, but the two steals on Sunday were a nice bonus.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Denver’s tandem of Murray and Nikola Jokić was outstanding on Sunday, helping the Nuggets pull away from the Warriors in the second half. Murray, who finished with a complete stat line, has provided second-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. The Nuggets are scheduled to play just two games in Week 23, which is unfortunate for those rostering Murray with their eyes on a league title.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić finished Sunday’s 116-93 victory two assists shy of a triple-double, shooting 50 percent from the field. The three-time MVP has recorded a triple-double in five consecutive games, matching his longest run of the season. The negative for fantasy managers is that the Nuggets play two games in Week 23. While Jokić can certainly provide elite fantasy value in those games, it would be a lot better if Denver were scheduled to play three or four games.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones experienced tightness in his right hamstring during Sunday’s game and has now been ruled out for the rest of the night. With Peyton Watson limited to 20 minutes and Cameron Johnson questionable to return with back spasms, Julian Strawther has picked up rotation minutes during the third quarter.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
With Aaron Gordon (calf) sidelined, Watson will start Sunday’s game. However, he will be restricted to 20 minutes, meaning there will also be time for Spencer Jones to make an impact off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
A late addition to the Nuggets’ injury report, Gordon is now officially out. Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones are potential replacements, but the former will be restricted to 20 minutes. As a result, Jones may be the choice to start.
Source: Bennett Durando
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
The Nuggets’ clean injury report picked up a blemish, as Gordon is now questionable due to tightness in his left calf. Given the lower-body injuries he has dealt with this season, it’s possible that the Nuggets forward does not play. If Gordon sits, Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones are potential replacements in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Bagley is dealing with a left shoulder impingement. With usual starter Daniel Gafford (shoulder) listed as probable, Bagley’s role will take a hit if both players are available. Bagley is most valuable on nights when Gafford is not available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Martin has missed Dallas’ last six games, and it will likely become seven straight on the sidelines on Monday. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall were already ahead of him in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Marshall is under the weather. The 28-year-old small forward popped up as probable for Monday’s game against the Timberwolves with an illness. Marshall is still likely to play given his probable status, but his status is worth monitoring.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Gafford left Monday’s game against the Warriors with a right shoulder sprain and hasn’t played since. That seems likely to change Monday against the Timberwolves as the 27-year-old center is listed as probable. Expect Gafford back in the starting lineup, which will send Marvin Bagley III back to the bench.
DAL • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
While Dwight Powell (four points, five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 21 minutes) served as the Mavericks’ starting center on Friday, Bagley was on the court for longer. And he was excellent, scoring a season-high 26 points and finishing one rebound shy of a double-double. Bagley finished with a complete stat line, a reminder of what he’s capable of despite coming off the bench on most nights. Dallas plays four games in Week 23, starting with a home-and-home against the Bucks on Monday and Tuesday.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Marshall has not provided much beyond points, rebounds and assists on most nights this season. That wasn’t the case in Portland, as he recorded a career-high five steals, providing fantasy managers with an excellent bonus. While the Mavericks are done for Week 22, they’ll play four games in Week 23, making Marshall a player worth rostering for championship week in Yahoo! default leagues.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray wasn’t able to match his 53-point performance from Wednesday’s win, but he was able to stay hot to help push Denver’s win streak to five games. It has been an incredible season for him, and he now ranks inside the top 10 in nine-category leagues over the course of the season. He’ll look to keep it going against the Warriors on Sunday to wrap up the week, though they only play two games next week, which will limit his fantasy impact.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg has scored at least 21 points in three straight and six of his last eight games. Just as encouraging for fantasy managers has been that the rookie’s availability has not been an issue. Flagg has not missed a game since returning from a foot injury on March 5. Given where the Mavericks are in the standings, there may have been some fear among fantasy managers regarding a potential shutdown. Flagg continues to play, and on most nights, he has been an excellent fantasy asset.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić recorded his fourth-straight double-double in this game, though this was the first one where he scored at least 30 points, and he was incredibly efficient while going about it. That was enough to give Denver a fifth straight win, and they’re getting closer to catching up to the Lakers for third place in the West. Jokić will look to stay hot in their final game of the week against the Warriors on Sunday, though they only play two games next week.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
about 1 month ago
Middleton is a late addition to the injury report, and he won’t be available for this game. Klay Thompson should take on extra minutes off the bench with Middleton unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon is back after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Mavericks. His return means that Spencer Jones will head to the bench, eliminating Jones’ streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game will be the sixth that Martin has missed due to a strained plantar fascia in his right foot. As a result of his absence, players ahead of Martin in the rotation, including Naji Marshall and Cooper Flagg, have seen their playing time increase.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 1 month ago
Washington has now scored at least 18 points in five of his last six games. The 27-year-old power forward had a double-double with 15 rebounds. Washington has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Mavericks only have one more game this week, against the Trail Blazers on Friday.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Flagg filled up the stat sheet, though ultimately he was bested by two historic games from the Nuggets duo of Jamal Murray (53 points) and Nikola Jokic (23/21/19 triple-double). Perhaps most impressive was that the 19-year-old didn’t have any turnovers in 35 minutes. Flagg has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Mavericks only have one more game this week coming Friday against the Trail Blazers.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić recorded his 194th triple-double of his career against the Mavericks on Wednesday. The 31-year-old center was coming off a massive triple-double against the Suns on Tuesday, giving him 46 points, 38 rebounds and 36 assists combined over the last two days. Jokić is still the top player in fantasy when healthy. His managers will also benefit from the Nuggets having two more games this week.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray went off in what was an historic game for him and teammate Nikola Jokic. In what was the Nuggets’ 400th victory with the duo, Murray had 53 points and Jokic had a 23/21/19 triple-double. The 29-year-old point guard had 33 points in the first half in what was his fourth career 50-point game. The Nuggets still have two more games this week with a matchup against the Jazz on Friday up next.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
The Mavericks will be without Daniel Gafford for Wednesday’s game, as he has been ruled out with a shoulder injury. As a result, Powell starts, and he may be worth a look in deep leagues since Moussa Cissé (two-way contract) is inactive.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones will fill in for Gordon on Monday in Denver’s opening unit, making his 37th start of the season. Jones is averaging 7.8 points and 3.9 rebounds per game across his 36 starts, signaling that he likely won’t have much impact as a fantasy basketball player on Wednesday when the Nuggets try to land a fourth straight win.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
The Nuggets are listing Watson as available for Wednesday’s contest after missing the front end of the team’s back-to-back on Tuesday. The versatile wing had missed extended time with a hamstring injury before returning on March 22 against the Trail Blazers, in which he scored 14 points and grabbed six rebounds. Watson is having a career-best season and could provide impact from a fantasy standpoint against the Mavs.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon will not play on Wednesday after logging 26 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Nuggets. Peyton Watson (hamstring), who did not play on Tuesday, is available. Either he or Spencer Jones should move into the starting lineup, with Watson offering greater fantasy upside.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon hasn’t played both legs of a back-to-back since January, so there is a decent chance he misses Wednesday’s game after playing 26 minutes on Tuesday. Peyton Watson (hamstring) is also questionable, though he sat out on Tuesday. Either Watson or Spencer Jones will start in place of Gordon if he ends up missing this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson was sidelined for the first leg of this back-to-back, but there is still a chance he sits out the second leg. Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is also questionable, so Spencer Jones would be next in line for the start if both are sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
THJ continues to be a streaky producer, and this was one of his good night. After scoring just six points on Sunday, he bounced back with a more productive outing. Two games ago, he scored 23 points with seven triples. The inconsistency makes him a difficult player to roster, but he is certainly capable of making a big contribution when his shot is falling.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray got hot late in this game, scoring 11 points in just the fourth quarter to help Denver win a third straight game. It certainly wasn’t his best performance, but he was able to figure things out late. This was his fourth straight game with at least six assists, and he has averaged 7.8 assists per game during this stretch. They still have three games left this week, so Murray should continue to pour in the stats, with Dallas up next on the schedule on Wednesday.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić got off to an incredible start to this game, and he nearly recorded a triple-double before halftime, as he entered the break with 15 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists. Over his last two games, Jokić has averaged 22.5 points, 15.5 rebounds and 15.5 assists per game. He continues to fill up the box score in a way that nobody else can, and he still has three more games this week.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Back in action for the first time since February 4, Watson played 20 minutes without incident on Sunday. And he was effective, shooting just under 50 percent from the field while providing value in rebounds and assists. With Watson in the fold, eight players logged at least 20 minutes against Portland, with Spencer Jones (six points, four rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer) being the ninth man at 11 minutes.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
After his streak of games with at least three three-pointers ended with an 0-of-4 night in Friday’s win over the Raptors, Johnson found his stroke on Sunday. The Nuggets’ forward made five of seven attempts from beyond the arc, and he’s up to 17 three-pointers in his last five games. And this is good timing for Johnson, as the Nuggets’ rotation returned to full strength on Sunday with Peyton Watson returning from a strained hamstring.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić finished Sunday’s victory with his 28th triple-double of the season, and his first since going on a run of four straight triple-doubles less than two weeks ago. The three-time MVP was responsible for five turnovers, but the overall production compensates for that deficiency. The Nuggets open a four-game Week 22 in Phoenix on Tuesday.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Neither Murray nor Nikola Jokić attempted a free throw in Sunday’s victory, a surprising development, given how much of the Nuggets’ offense runs through them. The former was efficient, shooting 50 percent from the field overall and 4-of-9 from three. Add in the assists, and this was a solid end to Week 21 for Murray. The Nuggets play four games in Week 22, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.