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DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Jones is back in the Nuggets’ starting lineup for Wednesday’s game, with his inclusion coming at Jalen Pickett’s expense. Denver will have a decision to make afterward, as this is the 50th game Jones has been active for this season, the limit for players on two-day deals. If the Nuggets want to have Jones available for the rest of the regular season and the playoffs, they’ll need to convert him to a standard contract.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun is good to go after initially being listed as probable. He played 26 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Pistons, and the workload should be similar against the Knicks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris is dealing with left hip soreness and finds himself listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Wizards. The Pistons also take on the Knicks on Friday on the second game of a back-to-back. It’s at least possible the Pistons hold Harris out Thursday, saving him for the more important matchup. Isaiah Stewart or Ron Holland II could move into the starting lineup if Harris is ultimately ruled out.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham is on the injury report again, this time for right wrist injury management reasons. The 24-year-old point guard is coming off a 29-point, 11-assist performance in Tuesday’s win over the Nuggets. It sounds like Cunningham still has a chance to play, but if he’s ruled out Daniss Jenkins could move into the starting lineup and would be worth streaming.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun made his return to the lineup against Detroit on Tuesday and immediately slotted in as a starter. He’s expected to be available once again, and he should see a similar workload after playing an unproductive 26 minutes against the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Minutes-wise, Jokić has progressed from 25 to 29 to 33 in his first three games since returning from a knee injury that cost him a month of the season. The 30-year-old center was excellent as usual Tuesday despite falling to the top team in the Eastern Conference on the road. The question now will be if Jokić will play and potentially how much will he play on the second night of a back-to-back Wednesday against the Knicks on the road.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray had his 14th game this season with at least 30 points in Tuesday’s loss to the Pistons. The 28-year-old guard got to the free throw line multiple times in the final minute of regulation, doing enough to keep the Nuggets within one possession before finally missing one crucial free throw and finishing 12-of-13 from the line. Murray has provided first-round value this year. The Nuggets will be back on the floor Wednesday for the second game of the back-to-back against the Knicks on the road.
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
When the Pistons beat the Nets by 53 on Sunday, Robinson didn’t play a big part in the game. The 31-year-old small forward had eight points and two three-pointers in 22 minutes. It was a different story on Tuesday against the Nuggets as Robinson’s 20 points and six three-pointers were instrumental in the Pistons’ 124-121 victory. He has provided 15th-round value this season and is viable in category leagues.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren had his fourth consecutive game with a double-double Tuesday against the Nuggets. The first-time All-Star has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks and fourth-round value overall this season. Duren will look to keep his streak alive Thursday against the Wizards at home.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham’s scoring has rebounded since he recovered from a wrist injury as the 24-year-old point guard has at least 22 points in five of his last six games. He also has at least 10 assists in five of his last six games and leads the league in the category. Cunningham has provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. He should be in for another big game Thursday against the Wizards at home.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun is in the starting lineup after missing Denver’s prior 12 games with a left ankle injury. He’ll step in for Spencer Jones, who is inactive to conserve a game on his 50-game limit as a two-way contract player. Those who are rostering Jones need to put him on the bench before tipoff. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
After missing Denver’s last 12 games, Braun is good to go for Tuesday’s matchup with the Pistons. It’s unknown how much he’ll play, and whether Braun will start or come off the bench. If he’s moved into the starting lineup immediately, Jalen Pickett would head to the bench.
Source: Katy Winge
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Huerter will offer valuable floor spacing to a Pistons team that has excelled with Cade Cunningham surrounded by capable suitors. Šarić will offer frontcourt depth behind Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart. Neither Huerter nor Šarić are worth a look outside of deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert will return following a seven-game absence, but it’s unclear if he’ll face a minutes restriction. Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II could see their roles reduced, but Jenkins should still retain standalone value in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun has missed the last 12 games for Denver, but there is a chance he returns against Detroit. Jalen Pickett has been the starter recently and should remain in that role until Braun is back. Braun has struggled this season, but he has started in every game that he’s played.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert has missed the last seven games for Detroit and could make it eight in a row against Denver. Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II have taken on extra minutes off the bench with LeVert unavailable and should continue to if he remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson did his best to pick up the slack offensively for the Nuggets, with his 29 points being one more than Nikola Jokić (16) and Jamal Murray (12) combined. Since moving into the starting lineup in mid-November, Watson has been a top-100 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. And with Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson still out, he should remain a starter for the foreseeable future. Watson is rostered in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low, given his current role.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
With the Thunder limiting Nikola Jokić to 16 points and nine shot attempts, Sunday was a night when the Nuggets needed an elite effort from Murray. Unfortunately for him, Oklahoma City was able to make his night difficult as well, with the 12 points being the fewest Murray’s scored in a game since a December 11 win over the Kings in which he finished with 11. Given Murray’s season-long production, there’s no need for concern after one challenging performance. The Nuggets play three games in Week 16.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
After playing 25 minutes in his first game back from a knee injury on Friday, Jokić’s playing time increased by four minutes on Sunday. However, the Thunder did a good job of keeping the three-time MVP under wraps, with Jokić committing six turnovers and only attempting nine shots. And things won’t get easier, as the Nuggets open a three-game Week 16 with a road back-to-back against the Pistons and Knicks, the top two teams in the East.
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Jenkins played 20 minutes off the bench in the Pistons’ 53-point drubbing of the Nets on Sunday. The 24-year-old guard is still on a two-way contract, though he’s been assured a standard contract from the Pistons is coming soon. Jenkins was efficient with 18 points on nine attempts. The Pistons have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
With the Pistons blowing out the Nets by 53 on Sunday in the franchise’s largest victory margin of all-time, the starters didn’t see any minutes in the fourth quarter. Coach JB Bickerstaff allowed the starters to play most of the third quarter, resulting in Cunningham leading the way with 26 minutes. The 24-year-old point guard was still able to put up a double-double and was a consistent presence on the defensive end with four steals and three blocks. The Pistons begin Week 16 on Tuesday against the Nuggets at home.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray is officially available after initially being listed as probable for Sunday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place within the Nuggets’ starting lineup.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun remains out for another game, an unsurprising development since he was listed as doubtful. Jalen Pickett will stay in the starting lineup, but he is not worth the streaming risk in most leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić returned from nearly a month-long absence with a 31/12/5 line in 25 minutes in Friday’s win over the Clippers. The 30-year-old center was listed as probable with a knee injury Sunday, so his availability isn’t a surprise. Jokić doesn’t need to play heavy minutes to have an impact on the game, but he could see more minutes Sunday in the marquee matchup against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the defending champion Thunder.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren, who was selected to his first All-Star game, led the Pistons in scoring as Detroit won by its largest ever margin in the 53-point blowout of the Nets. The 22-year-old center can no longer be considered underrated as he was picked for the All-Star team ahead of notable players such as Joel Embiid. Duren played just 24 minutes as none of the starters were on the floor at all in the fourth quarter, making the stat line above rather impressive. He’s provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert will miss a seventh straight game as he continues to deal with an illness. His absence has resulted in more playing time for Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II. While neither has been productive enough to impact fantasy basketball, Jenkins is on his way to earning a standard contract after beginning the season on a two-way deal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham is once again available after being listed as probable with right hip soreness. The 24-year-old point guard is coming off scoring 29 points and dishing out 11 assists in the win over the Warriors Friday. He should be in for another big game against the Nets at home as the Pistons close out Week 15.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
Murray is back on the injury report, but the probable tag suggests he should be good to go Sunday night. He’s scored at least 20 points in 17 of his last 18 appearances, and has a good shot of hearing his name called as an All-Star Game reserve before Sunday’s showdown with the Thunder.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
Jokić made his long-awaited return to the Nuggets’ lineup on Friday, needing just 25 minutes to put up 31 points, 12 rebounds and five assists in a win over the Clippers. He’ll likely be under a similar minutes restriction on Sunday, but the three-time MVP does not need to log heavy minutes to record an elite stat line. If Jokić can’t play, Jonas Valančiūnas would be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Braun has missed Denver’s last 11 games, and Sunday’s game is likely to be the 12th. However, the doubtful tag is a step in the right direction, as the Nuggets have usually ruled the guard out immediately. On Thursday, Nuggets head coach David Adelman said that he hopes to get Braun back before the All-Star break. His return would likely push Jalen Pickett to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 1 month ago
LeVert has missed Detroit’s last six games, but he was with the team during the road trip that concluded on Friday against the Warriors. His return could result in fewer minutes for Daniss Jenkins and Ron Holland II, but neither has been consistent enough to merit being streamed recently.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cuningham was also listed as probable ahead of Friday’s win over the Warriors, a game in which he recorded 29 points and 11 assists. Given the opposition, Cade could be in for another big day in the Pistons’ final game of Week 15.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson was 1-of-14 over his last two games from behind the three-point line entering play Friday, but bounced back in a big way as the Pistons beat the Warriors. The 31-year-old shooting guard had 15 points, all coming on five made three-pointers. With the Pistons desperate for shooting, Robinson has a clear role as the team is currently constructive. As long as he’s out of his shooting slump, he’ll have value in category leagues.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren had at least 21 points and 13 rebounds for the second game in a row. Cade Cunningham said in his postgame interview that he believes the 22-year-old center should be on the All-Star team this year. Duren is certainly having the best fantasy season of his career. He’s provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. Duren and the Pistons close out the week Sunday against the Nets at home.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
The Pistons bounced back after dropping Thursday’s game against the Suns, beating the Warriors to close out their west coast road trip. Cunningham once again led the way for Detroit with 29 points. After dealing with a wrist injury that impacted his scoring, he’s had at least 20 points in four consecutive games. Cunningham has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons will return home to face the Nets on Sunday.
DEN • Center • #15
about 2 months ago
Jokić was back in the lineup for the first time since December 29, and while head coach David Adelman reported that he would have his minutes restricted, that didn’t stop him from having a monster night. He only played 25 minutes, but he was able to record a 30-point double-double while remaining incredibly efficient from the floor. He was subpar from the free throw line, but he was able to get there 17 times. In the two games before he injured his knee, he took 13 and 23 free throws, and he’s shooting a career-best 7.7 free throws per game this year. Even if his minutes continue to be managed, he’ll still produce like one of the best players in fantasy basketball.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray didn’t take as many shots as he typically does, but he was incredibly efficient and nearly recorded a double-double. This was his fifth straight game with at least 20 points, and he has reached that mark in 17 of his last 18 outings. Murray should appear in his first All-Star Game this season, and he has been one of the best players in fantasy basketball all year. He’ll look to wrap up the week with another strong performance against the Thunder on Sunday.
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
24 hours after he scored 25 points while hitting seven triples, THJ was able to remain hot in this game. His value has always been tied to how many shots he can hit from beyond the arc, and he is incredibly streaky. Managers can certainly ride the hot hand and get some solid production out of him, but he can always randomly go cold, which makes him a risky player to roster. Still, this was another strong night from beyond the arc for him.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham was initially listed as probable with a hip injury, so his availability isn’t a surprise. The 24-year-old point guard had 26 points in Thursday’s loss to the Suns. After dealing with an injury wrist that impacted his scoring, he’s had at least 20 points in three consecutive games. Cunningham and the Pistons finish up a road trip in Golden State Friday.
DEN • Center • #17
about 2 months ago
Valančiūnas was initially listed as probable with a calf injury, so his availability isn’t a surprise. With Nikola Jokic (knee) returning from injury, though, Valančiūnas will head back to the bench and lose most of his fantasy value.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray was initially listed as probable, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that he’ll suit up. He had 27 points against Brooklyn on Thursday and will look to stay hot against LA in this game.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Center • #15
about 2 months ago
Jokić is set to return after being sidelined with a knee injury he suffered in a December 29 loss to the Heat. Nuggets coach David Adelman told reporters the 30-year-old center will start and be on a minutes restriction. Jokić’s return is a welcomed sight for fantasy managers. Jonas Valanciunas will move to the bench and lose most of his fantasy value with the three-time MVP back in the starting lineup.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert is set to miss his sixth game in a row with an illness. Ron Holland II and Daniss Jenkins will continue to see rotation minutes off the bench in LeVert’s absence, though the pair combined for just six points in Thursday’s loss against the Suns.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham scored 26 points in Thursday’s loss to the Suns, and he should be able to suit up once again despite managing some soreness in his hip. He has scored at least 20 points in three straight games and will look to keep that going against Golden State in the final game of this three-game road trip.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #17
about 2 months ago
While Valančiūnas did not play both games of the Nuggets’ most recent back-to-back, he appears to be on track to play Friday night after logging 25 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Nets. With Nikola Jokić (knee) possibly returning on Friday, the Nuggets may be able to keep JV’s minutes down simply by having the three-time MVP in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray is back on the injury report, but the probable tag suggests that he’ll be available to play. And the Nuggets’ guard could have some help on Friday, as Nikola Jokić is questionable after missing the last month with a left knee injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
about 2 months ago
Sidelined since injuring his knee during a December 29 loss to the Heat, Jokić could potentially return to the Nuggets’ lineup on Friday. Given the amount of time missed, the three-time MVP will be on a minutes restriction for at least Friday’s game. When healthy, Jonas Valančiūnas has filled the void at the center position, but he’ll lose most of his streaming value once Jokić returns.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham’s inefficient shooting returned for this game after shooting better than 50 percent in each of the last two games. He was still able to lead the team in scoring, and the steals and assists were solid, but it wasn’t enough to push their winning streak to three games. Cunningham has had some rough performances over the last couple weeks, but he had been playing well prior to this game and will look to get back on track against the Warriors on Friday.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Not only did Duren record a monster double-double after three straight games without one, but he was incredibly efficient while doing so. This was the second time this season that he shot at least 90 percent from the floor in a game, with the other coming with a 31/15 double-double on 12-of-13 shooting back in November. Duren has cooled down a bit in recent weeks, but this type of production has helped him enjoy the best fantasy season of his career, and he’ll look to keep it up against the Warriors on Friday.
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 2 months ago
After shooting 7-of-18 from three in his prior two appearances, Hardaway knocked down seven triples on Thursday. That number matched his season high, which he’s recorded on two other occasions. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was an excellent night for the 13 percent of Yahoo! managers who have Hardaway on their rosters. Unfortunately, the production has not been consistent enough to warrant trusting him in 12-team leagues.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
While Watson’s production on Thursday wasn’t elite, he continues to provide reliable value to fantasy managers. Over the past month, the Nuggets forward has been a top-50 player in fantasy basketball. He’s still rostered in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low, especially with Aaron Gordon (hamstring) ruled out for at least four to six weeks. And with the Nuggets playing two more games in Week 15, now’s a good time to hop onto the Watson bandwagon.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray extended his run of games with at least 24 points to four on Thursday, helping the Nuggets hold off the Nets in Denver. Over the past month, he has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats, more than picking up the slack as the Nuggets play without Nikola Jokić. Denver plays two more games in Week 15, starting with the Clippers on Friday.
DEN • Center • #17
about 2 months ago
Valančiūnas was initially listed as probable, and now he is officially cleared to suit up. This could mean that he won’t play the second leg of this back-to-back against the Clippers since he didn’t play the second leg of their last back-to-back. If that happens, Zeke Nnaji could return to the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert has now missed Detroit’s last five games. That should continue to result in more playing time for Ron Holland II and Daniss Jenkins, but none of them are on the fantasy radar in most league types.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert has missed Detroit’s last four games. While his absence has not affected fantasy basketball, it has resulted in more playing time for Ron Holland II and Daniss Jenkins.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson had made at least four three-pointers in six consecutive games entering play Tuesday. In a matchup with the Nuggets with Caris LeVert (illness) out, Robinson missed all eight of the three-pointers he attempted. His only points of the game came on a broken in-bounds play that led to a dunk with less than a minute left, giving the Pistons a three-point lead. Robinson is a better shooter than he showed Tuesday and it’s possible his back strain impacted his shot. He’ll have the chance to bounce back Thursday against the Suns.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 2 months ago
Harris now has two games with at least 20 points in his last five games. He was also on his way to a 20-point game Sunday against the Kings before he was pulled with 24 minutes played due to a blowout. The 33-year-old small forward’s scoring has picked up since returning from a hip injury. While Harris’ expiring contract would likely be in any big trade the Pistons could make before the deadline, there’s no guarantee that Detroit pulls the trigger. Harris missed both of his three-point attempts, but made 10-of-13 field goal attempts from inside the arc. On a Pistons team without much outside shooting as currently constructed, Harris seems like a safe source of points for the time being.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham’s last bucket came with two minutes left in regulation and gave the Pistons a four-point lead. The 24-year-old point guard had just eight points at halftime, but came on strong in the second half. He’s seemingly over his wrist injury now that he’s had at least 20 points in his last two games. Cunningham has the most games of anyone this season with at least 20 points, at least 10 assists and no turnovers. The Pistons’ road trip continues Thursday against the Suns.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert will miss a fourth straight game as he continues to battle an illness. Ron Holland II and Daniss Jenkins have picked up a few additional minutes in his absence, but neither is worth streaming when used in a reserve role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren’s breakout season continued Sunday against the Kings as he put up at least 18 points for the fourth consecutive game. The 22-year-old center was able to hit his season average in points despite playing just 24 minutes because of the lopsided score. He’s provided fourth-round per game value this season. The Pistons have an off-day Monday before starting a four-game week with the Nuggets on Tuesday.