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DEN • Guard • #3
10 months ago
Strawther suffered an apparent left knee injury on a drive to the basket during the third quarter, exiting with 3:22 remaining. Jalen Pickett (three points, one rebound and one three-pointer in eight minutes) played rotation minutes after Strawther’s departure, but there isn’t a player worth adding if the second-year wing misses time. Strawther’s exit also factored into starter Christian Braun playing 46 minutes. Shallow-league managers can add Braun (62 percent rostered), but the Nuggets won’t play their next game until Wednesday.
DEN • Guard • #27
10 months ago
Murray seemingly flipped a switch at the halftime break after shooting 1-of-4 from the field in the first half. The Nuggets guard was far more involved (and impactful) during the second half, with the Nuggets pulling to within three points of the Celtics before falling by seven. Since the All-Star break, Murray has provided top-20 value in eight-cat formats, slightly better than his season-long production.
DEN • Guard • #0
10 months ago
With Aaron Gordon (ankle) out and the bench giving the Nuggets little production, Braun played a season-high 46 minutes on Sunday. And the third-year guard was productive, surpassing the 20-point mark for the fourth time in eight games. Since February 10, Braun has provided third-round value in nine-cat formats. He’s been a fifth-round player for the season but is only rostered in 62 percent of Yahoo! leagues. The only reason why that percentage is not a lock to increase is that Denver doesn’t play its first Week 18 game until Wednesday.
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
Jokic added another “Sombor Double” to his tally, finishing one assist shy of a triple-double. Jokic has attempted 16 shots or less in five straight games, but his fantasy value has remained elite. The three-time MVP has provided top-5 value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the break, which is the expectation at this stage in Jokic’s career. He’ll now get a welcome respite, as the Nuggets don’t play their first Week 18 game until Wednesday against the Kings.
DEN • Guard • #4
10 months ago
The Nuggets were again without Aaron Gordon, but Westbrook filled the void in Boston that Zeke Nnaji did in Denver’s prior game. The veteran point guard offered modest value in that role, but the opportunity to play starter minutes raises his fantasy ceiling. With the Nuggets not playing again until Wednesday, the hope is that Gordon can return from his sprained ankle. If so, Westbrook will return to the bench.
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
This makes room for Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht to play more. Vincent is more likely to step into a starting role with Reaves sidelined. Reaves is considered day-to-day.
DEN • Guard • #4
10 months ago
Westbrook will replace Aaron Gordon in the starting lineup instead of Zeke Nnaji. This will be the point guard’s first start since late January.
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves is officially listed as doubtful after ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that he is being considered “day-to-day”. This isn’t a severe injury for Reaves, but it will likely keep him out against the Lakers. Goodwin will also likely be sidelined, and he has taken on a large role off the bench recently. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht will likely take on extra minutes, with Vincent likely to start.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James and Doncic are both questionable for injury management reasons, which may increase their chances of playing on Sunday. The former has not missed a game since February 8, so fantasy managers should expect to see LeBron on the court. As for Doncic, he’s still working his way back from a calf injury that sidelined him for six weeks. With Austin Reaves unlikely to play, the Lakers need LeBron and Luka on the court.
Source: Edwin Garcia
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves exited early on Friday, and while his status is still up in the air, there is a chance that he plays against the Clippers on Sunday. Even if he doesn’t, it doesn’t appear to be a long-term injury for him. Gabe Vincent, who started the third quarter in place of Reaves, will likely start against the Clippers in the rematch on Sunday if Reaves is ruled out.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
10 months ago
Filling in for the injured Aaron Gordon (ankle), Nnaji sprained his left ankle during Friday’s win over the Pistons. Both are considered questionable for Sunday’s game. Both being sidelined would likely force the Nuggets to go small, with Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther moving into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
Gordon did not play in Friday’s win over the Pistons after spraining his left ankle the night before in Milwaukee. Zeke Nnaji replaced him in the starting lineup, but Nnaji is also questionable for Sunday’s game. Russell Westbrook or Julian Strawther may be forced to move into the starting lineup if neither can go.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #30
10 months ago
Having been signed to a two-way deal on February 7, Goodwin played 21 minutes off the bench Friday night. Shooting 3-of-7 from the field, he finished with six points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals. While the production hasn’t exactly translated to fantasy basketball, Goodwin has done enough to earn Redick’s trust. He’s only appeared in seven games, so the 50-game limit won’t be an issue for the regular season. However, the Lakers must convert him to a standard deal at some point to ensure Goodwin is eligible for the postseason.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
Lakers coach JJ Redick delivered the news following Friday’s win over the Clippers, the first game played after Hachimura strained his left knee during Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves. He’ll miss a few more games, and the Lakers begin an extended trip east on March 8 in Boston. Dorian Finney-Smith replaced Hachimura in the starting lineup on Friday and will likely retain that role. Jarred Vanderbilt will also have added importance but offers minimal offensive value.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Guard • #7
10 months ago
After playing nine minutes on Friday, a sore right calf hastened Austin Reaves’ exit, and Vincent started the third quarter. He didn’t provide much scoring, but the assists and steals are notable. Vincent has recorded at least one steal in four straight games, and the four pilfers on Friday were a season-high. He won’t be a must-stream player if Reaves misses time, but there’s the potential for Vincent to provide modest value in the steals category in extremely deep leagues if he’s forced to start.
LAL • Forward • #17
10 months ago
With Rui Hachimura (knee) out, Finney-Smith made his seventh start as a Laker on Friday. The production was modest, but he’ll have a few more opportunities to start. Following the win, Lakers coach JJ Redick said Hachimura will be re-evaluated in about one week. Finney-Smith may get at least three more starts, beginning with Sunday’s rematch with the Clippers. So, deep-league managers needing to roll the dice for three-pointers and steals should consider streaming DFS.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic notched his second 30-point game in a Laker uniform, with the only issue for fantasy managers likely being the six turnovers he was responsible for. Since making his debut for the team on February 10, Luka has provided top-50 value in eight-cat formats. While that doesn’t align with what fantasy managers have grown accustomed to, things could be far worse. Doncic appears to be getting more comfortable with his new teammates, and the calf injury that sidelined him for nearly six weeks hasn’t given him any trouble.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James had an injury scare late in Friday’s game, where he appeared to tweak something in his core. However, during his postgame interview on ESPN, he said that all was fine, so fantasy managers should plan for LeBron’s injury listing to be the usual (left foot) ahead of Sunday’s rematch with the Clippers. Over the past three weeks, he has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats, which is virtually unfathomable for a player his age.
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves played nine minutes in the first quarter before leaving with right calf soreness. He went to the locker room and was eventually ruled out. It’s unclear how the injury might impact Reaves and the Lakers going forward at this time.
DEN • Forward • #1
10 months ago
Porter Jr. had his fourth game with at least 28 points in the month of February. The 26-year-old small forward was efficient shooting 10-of-15 from the field including 6-of-7 from behind the 3-point line. Porter Jr. also pulled down nine rebounds. He’s provided third-round fantasy value in February.
DEN • Guard • #27
10 months ago
Murray’s 31-point effort was the fourth time he eclipsed 30 points in the month of February. He lit the Pistons up with five 3-pointers, bouncing back from a loss to the Bucks on Thursday. Murray continues to deal with a knee injury, but hasn’t missed a game since early February. The 28-year-old point guard is heating up as we approach the fantasy playoffs.
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
Jokic also had a triple-double Thursday in the loss to the Bucks. The 30-year-old center now has 28 triple-doubles in 54 games, needing only four more to break the single-season record (held by Wilt Chamberlain). Jokic dished out 15 assists against the Pistons Friday and is on pace to become the first center to average at least 10 assists in a season. While he isn’t currently the favorite for the league’s MVP away, Jokic is certainly the fantasy MVP this season.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday evening, Hayes is officially available to play. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, meaning the only change will be Dorian Finney-Smith stepping in for the injured Rui Hachimura (knee). Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James complete the starting five.
Source: Mark Medina
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
No surprise here as both superstars were upgraded to probable ahead of Friday night’s game against the Clippers. Fantasy managers can put James and Doncic into lineups as usual Friday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic is still managing a calf injury, but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s game against the Clippers given that he’s been upgraded to probable. Fantasy managers should expect the 26-year-old point guard to be available at this point and insert him into lineups as usual.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Hayes is dealing with a left hip contusion, but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s game against the Clippers. It seems likely that the 24-year-old center will suit up and start opposite the Clippers’ Ivica Zubac Friday.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
LeBron is trending in the right direction now as he’s listed as probable with left foot injury management. Fantasy managers can expect the 40-year-old small forward to suit up against the Clippers and insert him into lineups as usual.
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
However optimistic Redick is that Hachimura avoided a serious injury, he didn’t provide a timeline for the 27-year-old small forward’s return to the court. Hachimura had imaging done on his left knee Friday and Dorian Finney-Smith replaced him in the starting lineup. Finney-Smith is worth streaming in deep leagues while Hachimura is out, which should be for at least the next few games.
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
10 months ago
Aaron Gordon is out with a sprained ankle, so he’s been replaced by Nnaji in the starting lineup. In that role, Nnaji offers modest streaming value, and deep-league managers should also consider turning to Julian Strawther.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
Gordon is officially out with a sprained left ankle, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Zeke Nnaji was the replacement the last time he missed a game and may get another opportunity to start against the Pistons. However, Julian Strawther will also have added value, even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Guard • #27
10 months ago
Murray was listed as probable with a knee injury so it’s no surprise he’s available even after the Nuggets played against the Bucks on Thursday. The 28-year-old point guard hasn’t missed a game since early February. Murray should be inserted into fantasy lineups as usual Friday.
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
Gordon sprained his left ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Bucks. During his pregame availability, Nuggets coach Michael Malone said his starting forward wasn’t physically right. Julian Strawther and Zeke Nnaji are potential replacements in the starting lineup, with the former offering a higher offensive ceiling.
Source: Katy Winge
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
Hachimura was injured during the third quarter of Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves and has since been diagnosed with a strained left knee. Fantasy managers should prepare for this potentially being an injury that costs him multiple games, beginning with Friday night. Dorian Finney-Smith, who can provide three-pointers and steals, is the likely replacement in the starting lineup. He’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Hayes is questionable with a left hip contusion. The Lakers need all the help they can get in the low post with the Clippers’ Ivica Zubac on the docket Friday. Alex Len and Jarred Vanderbilt would pick up the slack if Hayes is ruled out.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic’s status is up in the air after notching a double-double despite his terrible shooting against the Timberwolves on Thursday. There’s no clear replacement for him in the starting lineup, as several Lakers might not play.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James and Doncic notched double-doubles in their last games against the Timberwolves but both are up in the air for Friday. A host of reserves could get a bump in playing time if either of the stars is ruled out .
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James put on a show in this one, producing game-high point and rebound totals. James has been great this season, but he’s been on another level lately. Across his last 14, James has scored 25 or more points 10 times and recorded seven double-doubles. In that span, he’s averaged a healthy 28/8/8 line and led the Lakers to an 11-3 record. The Lakers have climbed the Western Conference standings and sit just two games back of the No. 2 seed thanks in large part to James’ elite contributions.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic delivered a triple-double in Tuesday’s win over his former team, and perhaps fantasy managers should have expected a letdown following that emotional performance. Doncic struggled from the jump, and he never found his footing on offense. His 21 points on 20 shot attempts (1-of-9 from beyond the arc) was far from the model of efficiency, but an 8-of-12 performance from the charity stripe was enough to bolster his final point total. Fortunately for fantasy managers burned by Doncic’s poor shooting, his peripheral contributions were quite substantial.
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
Hachimura’s night will end early due to a left knee strain, which should allow Dorian Finney-Smith and Jarred Vanderbilt to take on extra minutes in the fourth quarter. If Hachimura remains out against the Clippers on Friday, DFS will likely start in his place.
Source: Mike Trudell
DEN • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Braun made his 11th consecutive start on Thursday and delivered his third double-double in that span. Over those 11 games, he’s been locked in with averages of nearly 18 points, seven boards, three dimes and nearly 1.5 steals. Braun is ranked inside the top 65 in per-game fantasy value on the season, but he’s jumped into the top 40 over the last month.
DEN • Center • #15
10 months ago
That makes 27 triple-doubles through 53 games. With 23 games left on the schedule, Jokic is just five away from breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s single-season record for triple-doubles by a center. Joker is also on pace to become the first center to average at least 10 assists for an entire season. Jokic will need to be at his best on Friday when the Nuggets visit a red-hot Pistons team that has reeled off eight straight wins.
DEN • Forward • #32
10 months ago
As expected, Gordon and Murray will take the court in Thursday’s primetime showdown with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and company. Both Murray and Gordon should handle their typical workloads.
Source: Nuggets on Twitter
DEN • Guard • #27
10 months ago
Murray and Gordon were also listed as probable ahead of Monday’s win over the Pacers, in which the former played 33 minutes and the latter 24. However, with the Nuggets visiting the Pistons on Friday, one (or both) may get a night off for injury management reasons. Russell Westbrook and Julian Strawther would be first up for additional minutes if Murray or Gordon misses time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James had a rather nondescript first three periods of Tuesday’s game, as he appeared intent on allowing Luka Doncic to take over against his former team. But in “winning time,” LeBron flipped a switch. Shooting 7-of-9 from the field in the fourth quarter, scoring 16 points with five rebounds, two assists and one three-pointer. James has scored 25 points or more in four straight games and has provided top-10 value in eight-cat formats since Doncic made his Lakers debut on February 10.
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves has now scored 20 points or more in four of his last six games, with three of those performances occurring with Luka Doncic on the court. Since the trade, Reaves has provided third-round value in nine-cat formats, averaging 20 points, four rebounds, six assists, 0.8 steals, one block and 2.5 three-pointers per game. Based on how he’s played, fantasy managers have nothing to worry about regarding Reaves’ value in a lineup that includes Doncic and LeBron James.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic faced the Mavericks for the first time since he was traded in early February. He got off to a good start offensively on Tuesday, racking up nine points, seven rebounds and four assists in the first quarter. The point total may not have been as gaudy as most anticipated, but Doncic did record his first triple-double as a Laker. Luka has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats since the trade but was under a minutes restriction in his first two appearances.