Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is probable to play against the Warriors on Friday.

Nnaji should be available, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to play. He hasn’t seen the floor during Denver’s last three games and has yet ot play 10 minutes in a game this season.

Aaron Gordon had 24 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer against the Heat on Wednesday.

Gordon dropped 50 points in the Nuggets’ season-opening overtime loss to the Warriors. The 30-year-old power forward failed to record even 20 points in the next four games, but has now bounced back with at least 20 points in the last two games. Gordon’s shooting seems to be improved this season and the Nuggets are in no position to curb his usage on offense this year.

Nikola Jokić had 33 points (12-of-18 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 15 rebounds, 16 assists, three steals and two three-pointers in the Nuggets’ 122-112 victory over the Heat on Wednesday.

Jokić is back with a triple-double after two games where he failed to record a triple-double. Those two games of course came after the 30-year-old center began the season with a streak of four consecutive games with a triple-double. Jokić is the top player in fantasy until someone takes the crown from him, though Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are worthy adversaries.

Trey Murphy III had 11 points (3-of-12 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer against the Mavericks on Wednesday.

Murphy had scored at least 17 points in three consecutive games entering play Wednesday, but had just 11 points in a clunker of a performance against the Mavericks. It was the third time in eight games this year that the 25-year-old small forward has shot 27.3 percent or less from the field. Murphy has a couple days to find his jump shot before the Pelicans take on the Spurs on Saturday.

Saddiq Bey had 22 points (9-of-14 FGs), nine rebounds, one assist and four three-pointers in the Pelicans’ 101-99 victory over the Mavericks on Wednesday.

Bey drew a spot start against the Mavericks on Wednesday with Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole (knee) both out. The 26-year-old shooting guard came through as a streaming option if you needed points and threes. Bey had game-high 22 points including four made three-points. He’ll return to the bench when the Pelicans are fully healthy.

A late addition to the Nuggets’ injury report, Strawther is available to contribute off the bench. However, he’s averaged fewer than six minutes per game this season, so his availability will not impact fantasy basketball.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

As expected, Murray is available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Nuggets’ starting lineup, while Bruce Brown misses out on a potential boost to his fantasy value.

Jeremiah Fears, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Saddiq Bey and Kevon Looney will start Wednesday’s game against the Mavericks.

Already without Zion Williamson, the Pelicans will not have Jordan Poole (knee) available for Wednesday’s game, either. Those absences push Bey into the starting lineup, and he’s worth considering as a deep-league streamer. The other four starters are unchanged from Tuesday’s win over the Hornets.

Jordan Poole (knee) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Mavericks.

Poole is set to miss the second game of a back-to-back against the Mavericks on Wednesday. The 26-year-old shooting guard is dealing with a knee injury and was previously listed as questionable. The Pelicans have a number of options to replace Poole in the starting lineup including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado. Rookie Jeremiah Fears should also see a boost in minutes and usage Wednesday.

Julian Strawther (back) is probable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.

Strawther wasn’t on the initial injury report, and back pain isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Miami. Strawther has played 5.6 minutes per game this season, so his status won’t have an impact on Denver’s rotation.

Jordan Poole (knee) is questionable to play against the Mavericks on Wednesday.

Poole moved back to the starting unit against the Hornets on Tuesday in place of Zion Williamson (hamstring). If Poole sits out the second leg of the back-to-back, there are multiple options to replace him, including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado, depending on how big Pelicans coach Willie Green wants his starting lineup to be. Jeremiah Fears, who is already starting, would also see a bump in minutes.

Yves Missi (illness) has been ruled out against the Mavericks on Wednesday.

This will be a second straight absence for Missi. Kevon Looney played 15 minutes as a starter on Tuesday, while Derik Queen played 18 minutes off the bench and Karlo Matkovic played 15 minutes. Clearly, there isn’t a major beneficiary from Missi’s absence, though Queen did the most with his minutes. Perhaps he can take on a larger role against Dallas.

Trey Murphy III recorded a team-high 21 points (7-of-16 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block over 37 minutes to lift the Pelicans to a 116-112 win over the Hornets.

Murphy helped New Orleans snap an abysmal six-game losing streak to open the season by draining five of his 10 three-point attempts on a night when the Pelicans knocked down 17 of 38 (45 percent) from beyond the arc. The 25-year-old has scored at least 17 points in three consecutive contests after being held to just seven in back-to-back blowout losses last week.

Jose Alvarado chipped in 18 points (7-of-11 FGs), three rebounds, six assists and two steals over a season-high 30 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Hornets.

Alvarado knocked down four treys, including a go-ahead bucket with 15.4 seconds left in the contest, to give New Orleans a much-needed spark off the bench. The Pelicans also got significant contributions from Saddiq Bey, who added 17 points of his own, and high-flying Karlo Matković, who supplied a couple highlight-reel dunks as part of his 13 points. The 27-year-old role player has taken a backseat with rookie Jeremiah Fears getting an opportunity in the starting lineup at the outset of the season, but he cracked the 30-minute mark for the first time this season in this one.

Jordan Poole, Jeremiah Fears, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy and Kevon Looney will start Tuesday’s game against the Hornets.

The Pelicans are without Zion Williamson and Yves Missi, with the former sidelined for at least 7-10 days. Poole and Looney will start, with the latter making his second appearance of the season. While Poole has increased value in fantasy leagues, Looney is not worth the risk, especially with Derik Queen waiting in the wings.

Jamal Murray (calf) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Murray is still experiencing tightness in his left calf, but he has yet to miss a game this season. He should take on his usual job as the Nuggets’ starting point guard, with Bruce Brown waiting in the wings to pick up the slack if Murray cannot play.

Yves Missi (illness) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Hornets.

Missi, who was initially questionable, will miss his second game of the season. However, while the Pelicans went small for their October 24 loss to the Spurs, inserting Saddiq Bey into the lineup, that was with a healthy Zion Williamson. Williamson (hamstring) won’t be available on Tuesday, potentially resulting in a spot start for DeAndre Jordan and Derik Queen.

Zion Williamson (hamstring) will be re-evaluated in 7-10 days.

Williamson’s sore left hamstring has been diagnosed as a Grade 1 strain, and the Pelicans will re-evaluate him in 7-10 days. Given the timeline, he’ll miss at least five games, starting with Tuesday’s matchup with Charlotte. For the most recent game that Williamson missed, an October 27 loss to the Celtics, Jordan Poole served as the fifth starter. Taking on that role would raise his fantasy ceiling, and Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to facilitate offense.

Jamal Murray tallied 15 points (6-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, seven assists and one blocked shot in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Murray was 0-of-5 from three on Monday, but fantasy managers still received solid production in the rebound and assist categories. The Nuggets point guard has scored at least 22 points in four of six games, sitting safely within the top-50 in eight- and nine-cat formats. More concerning than the subpar three-point shooting on Monday is Murray’s left calf, which has been an issue for a few games. He’s played through the issue thus far, but the Nuggets end Week 3 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back.

Aaron Gordon accumulated 20 points (6-of-11 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Gordon hasn’t approached the heights he reached in Denver’s opener, scoring 50 points in a loss to the Warriors. In fact, Monday’s effort was his first 20-point game since then. However, Gordon is still shooting the ball with excellent accuracy and averaging 2.5 three-pointers per game. The veteran forward is providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, something few fantasy managers expected before the season began. Maintaining that production level may prove difficult, but Gordon’s improved shooting has done wonders for his fantasy profile.

Christian Braun accounted for 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Braun had his most productive outing of the season on Monday, with the 21 points being the most he’s scored in a game. However, the three-point line remains an issue for the fourth-year wing. Having entered Monday shooting 18.2 percent from deep, Braun was 1-of-3 against the Kings. Decreased production in the three-point and steals categories is why Braun is ranked well outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats. The role makes him a player who should be rostered in most leagues, and managers need to consider buying low on Braun.

Nikola Jokić finished Monday’s win over the Kings with 34 points (14-of-22 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, 14 assists, four steals, two blocks and four three-pointers.

Jokić finished Monday’s victory three rebounds shy of a triple-double, but he still gave fantasy managers a robust stat line. The 34 points were a season-high, while the 14 assists were one shy of his high. The hot starts of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander mean that Jokić has serious competition for the top spot in fantasy basketball. That said, it will be tough to dethrone the Joker, given his consistent excellence.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available to play against the Kings on Monday.

As expected, Murray will once again play through tightness in his left calf. He’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting lineup to try and help the Nuggets bounce back after dropping their last game against the Trail Blazers.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Johnson was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll take on his usual role within the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Zion Williamson (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Hornets.

Williamson, on the Pelicans’ injury report due to a sore left hamstring, played 28 minutes in Sunday’s blowout loss to the Thunder. If he’s unable to play, rookie Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to serve as the primary playmaker. Also, Saddiq Bey would figure more prominently in the rotation.

Yves Missi (illness) is questionable to play against the Hornets on Tuesday.

Missi has started the last two games for the Pelicans, so if he isn’t able to play through the illness, that spot would be open. Kevon Looney would likely fill the void, with Derik Queen and DeAndre Jordan taking on extra minutes off the bench.

Jeremiah Fears totaled 16 points (6-of-13 FGs), four rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers against the Thunder on Sunday.

Fears had an up-and-down game on Sunday. He shot the ball well, especially from beyond the arc, and scored in double figures for the third straight game and fifth time in his rookie season. Yet, he committed a career-high five turnovers and struggled with ball security against a tough OKC defense. Even with the rookie growing pains, Fears has had an impressive start to his career and consistently functioned as one of New Orleans’ most reliable players on a nightly basis. He’ll likely continue starting for the Pelicans and should only improve with more experience.

Trey Murphy logged 19 points (7-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal and five three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder.

Murphy’s stats didn’t jump off the page on Sunday, but it’s worth noting that he was able to tally back-to-back games of at least 17 points and five three-pointers. While the overall offensive production likely hasn’t met expectations from a fantasy basketball standpoint, it appears that Murphy has found his touch from beyond the arc after some early-season struggles. The fifth-year forward has also done solid work on the glass and appears to have made some strides as a passer through six games.

Zion Williamson added 20 points (7-of-14 FGs, 6-of-12 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists and one steal in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder.

Williamson had a balanced performance on the offensive end despite a blowout loss limiting him to just 28 minutes of action. While on the floor, he shot efficiently and led the Pelicans in rebounds and assists. Poor free-throw shooting and four turnovers ultimately hurt his fantasy production, but he still finished as one of New Orleans’ most impactful players on the day. His production will remain important moving forward as the Pelicans look to collect their first win of the season when facing the Hornets on Tuesday.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are probable for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Murray and Johnson are back on the Nuggets’ injury report, as they continue to deal with nagging injuries. However, neither has missed a game, and the probable tags suggest they will be cleared ahead of Monday’s game. Look for Murray and Johnson to occupy their usual places in the starting lineup.

Kevon Looney (knee) has been upgraded to available to play against the Thunder on Sunday.

Looney sprained his knee during the preseason and will be available to suit up for the first time this season against OKC. Yves Missi started the last game for the Pelicans, with Derik Queen filling out most of the backup minutes. Looney will be in the mix for center minutes, though it’s unclear who will start.

Kevon Looney (knee) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Looney has been out since the preseason with a sprained left knee. While he can provide added depth at the center position once cleared to return, Looney is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball. Yves Missi has been the starter, with Derik Queen getting minutes off the bench and Zion Williamson occasionally playing the five in smaller lineups.

Zion Williamson tallied 29 points (9-of-17 FGs, 11-of-13 FTs), six rebounds and three assists in Friday’s loss to the Clippers.

Williamson did not record any defensive stats on Friday, but the rebounding and offensive production were good. The two issues for fantasy managers have been free-throw percentage and turnovers, but Zion made 11 of his 13 free throws against the Clippers. He was responsible for three turnovers, equaling his season average. For managers not too concerned about free-throw percentage, turnovers or three-pointers, Zion is providing top-25 value when punting those categories.

Jordan Poole amassed 30 points (9-of-15 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one block and seven three-pointers.

Coming off the bench for the second straight game, Poole was far better on Friday than in Wednesday’s blowout loss to the Nuggets. The 30 points were a season-high for the Pelicans guard, who still provides top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Jeremiah Fears (13/4/8/4 with two three-pointers) didn’t shoot the ball well as the starting point guard, but he did not commit a turnover in his 29 minutes. With Fears being a lottery pick, it makes sense for the Pelicans to prioritize his development. Poole can share the court with the rookie, but he’ll only provide reliable fantasy value if he’s bought into his new role.

Trey Murphy finished Friday’s loss to the Clippers with 17 points (6-of-14 FGs), five rebounds, six assists, two steals and five three-pointers.

Murphy recorded solid points, rebounds, assists and steals numbers on Friday, a step in the right direction after he totaled 14 points on 4-of-19 shooting in the two games prior. More important may be that Murphy shot 5-of-10 from three after going 5-of-23 in his first four games. He’s a career 38.1 percent shooter from beyond the arc, so it was only a matter of time until Murphy found his stroke. New Orleans ends its Week 2 schedule on Sunday in Oklahoma City.

Nikola Jokić had 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 14 rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Jokić started the year with a triple-double in each of the first four games of the season. That streak came to an end on Friday as the 30-year-old center had 21 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists against the Trail Blazers. Jokić missed it by one assist. Alas, he’ll have to wait until Monday against the Kings for his next chance at recording a triple-double.

Cameron Johnson had nine points (3-of-7 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one three-pointer against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Johnson’s layup attempt with seven seconds left in regulation of a tie game was erases by Toumani Camara and the Trail Blazers would go on to win on free throws. The 29-year-old small forward has struggled mightily in his first few games with the Nuggets. Johnson has failed to score even 10 points in four of five games this year. He’s dealing with a shoulder injury that could be the root cause of his struggles and fantasy managers have to take that into account.

Jeremiah Fears, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Yves Missi will start Friday’s game against the Clippers.

Pelicans head coach Willie Green’s experiment of starting DeAndre Jordan at center lasted all of one game. The veteran center heads to the bench, with Missi returning to the starting lineup. While he offers limited fantasy upside, Missi has a better chance of achieving some semblance of relevance when he can start.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are available for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray was initially questionable for Friday’s game, while Johnson was probable. They’ll both play and take on their usual roles within the Nuggets’ starting lineup. Johnson has struggled thus far, with the right shoulder injury likely being a reason why.

Kevon Looney (knee) is out for Friday’s matchup with the Clippers.

It’s unclear when Looney will make his Pelicans debut, but it won’t be Friday. Until Looney returns, DeAndre Jordan should provide depth at center. Looney’s next chance to take the court will come on Sunday at Oklahoma City.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

While he’s yet to miss a full game this season, Johnson did exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. On Wednesday, he only attempted four shots in Denver’s blowout of the Pelicans, so the injury may still be an issue. Johnson is probable to play, but fantasy managers should plan for limited production.

Jamal Murray (calf) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray is dealing with left calf tightness, hence his inclusion on the Nuggets’ injury report. He’s yet to miss a game this season, limiting the opportunities available to Bruce Brown and Jalen Pickett. That would change if Murray can’t play on Friday, with Brown offering higher fantasy upside.

Kevon Looney (knee) is doubtful for Friday’s game against the Clippers.

Looney has yet to appear in a regular-season game for the Pelicans after injuring his knee during the preseason. While he doesn’t have much impact in fantasy basketball, the Pelicans’ injuries led to DeAndre Jordan signing a one-year deal on October 24.

Jeremiah Fears had 21 points (10-of-15 FGs, 0-of-2 FTs), one rebound, six assists, two steals and one three-pointer against the Nuggets on Wednesday.

Fears bounced back from a mess of a game against the Celtics on Monday to have the best game of his young career against the Nuggets on Wednesday. The 19-year-old point guard had just two points in his first career start against the Celtics earlier this week. While the Pelicans suffered a blowout loss Wednesday, Fears played 30 minutes, had 21 points and six assists, which were all career-highs. There is a lot of potential here, but Fears isn’t consistent enough to trust in fantasy just yet.

Nikola Jokić had 21 points (10-of-15 FGs), 12 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and one three-pointer in the Nuggets’ 122-88 victory over the Pelicans on Wednesday.

Jokić has managed to record a triple-double in all four games so far this season. The 30-year-old center needed just 28 minutes, his fewest of the season so far, to get the triple-double in the blowout win. Jokić is still at the top of his game and the Pelicans were no match for him on Wednesday.

Jeremiah Fears, Herb Jones, Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and DeAndre Jordan will start Wednesday’s game against the Nuggets.

Williamson is back after missing Monday’s loss to the Celtics with a foot injury, and he’ll bump Jordan Poole to the bench. The other change of note is Jordan, who replaces Yves Missi in the starting lineup. While Jordan still isn’t at the point where he needs to be rostered in most fantasy leagues, remaining in the starting lineup could change that.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

Johnson was forced to exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. He’s good to go for Wednesday’s game after initially being listed as questionable on the Nuggets’ injury report. Johnson will be part of the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Pelicans.

Johnson exited Monday’s win over the Timberwolves early in the fourth quarter with right shoulder inflammation. This is the first time he’s been on the injury report with the shoulder issue, so it’s unlikely to have impacted his slow start before Monday. Peyton Watson was in the closing lineup on Monday, which could mean he’ll start if Johnson cannot play against the Pelicans.

According to The Athletic’s Will Guillory, Zion Williamson (foot) was a limited participant in Tuesday’s practice and is expected to be questionable for Wednesday’s matchup with the Nuggets.

Williamson sat out Monday’s loss to the Celtics, but it appears his foot injury isn’t serious. If he’s unable to take the court on Wednesday, Williamson’s next chance to play will come in Friday’s NBA Cup matchup with the Clippers. Saddiq Bey should stay heavily involved until he returns.

Tim Hardaway Jr. totaled 20 points (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, three assists and four three-pointers on Monday in the win over the Timberwolves.

Hardaway Jr. had the hot hand against Minnesota and displayed it during the third quarter of Monday’s contest. In the period, he connected on all five of his shot attempts and went 3-of-3 from beyond the arc before finishing the frame with 15 points. His production in that quarter alone helped the Nuggets turn an eight-point halftime deficit into an eight-point lead after three quarters. Hardaway finished as one of three Denver players to score at least 20 points.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) exited in the fourth quarter against the Timberwolves on Monday and did not return.

Johnson left the game with 10:42 left and was deemed questionable to return. He sat out the rest of the game. Peyton Watson was part of the closing lineup, and if Johnson remains out against the Pelicans on Wednesday, Watson would have a good chance to start.

Jamal Murray tallied 43 points (16-of-29 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and five three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Timberwolves.

Murray was productive over the first two quarters of Monday’s contest, but hadn’t put his fingerprints on the game in any significant way to that point. However, he erupted after halftime, tallying four three-pointers and five free throws en route to a massive 23-point third quarter, which took Denver from down eight points at halftime to up eight entering the fourth frame. He cooled off from then on, but still contributed nine more points the rest of the way. Murray finished with a new season-high in points and helped Denver to a second straight victory.

Nikola Jokic amassed 25 points (9-of-10 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), 19 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and one block against the Timberwolves on Monday.

Jokic logged his highest-scoring game of the season en route to his third consecutive triple-double. The former Finals MVP was extremely efficient from the field and perfect from the free-throw line in what turned out to be his third game scoring at least 20 points thus far. His most impact as a scorer came in a 5-of-5 shooting first quarter that led him to 13 points in the opening frame. Jokic picked his spots from then on, while staying aggressive on the glass and as a facilitator. He finished as the team’s second leading scorer on the evening.

Trey Murphy finished with seven points (3-of-11 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds and five assists in 33 minutes in Monday’s blowout loss to the Celtics.

It was extremely surprising that New Orleans was unable to take advantage of Boston’s undersized frontcourt in this one, even with Zion Williamson out with a left foot bone bruise, as they wound up being outscored 46-38 in the paint. Murphy shot just 27 percent from the floor and failed to connect on all four three-point attempts as he failed to reach double-digit points for the first time this season.

Jeremiah Fears scored two points (1-of-11) FGs), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 26 minutes during Monday’s loss to the Celtics.

The seventh overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Fears made his first career start in this one and it didn’t go swimmingly. The 19-year-old rookie missed all four of his three-point attempts, committed four turnovers and finished a staggering minus 31 on the night. There will be brighter days ahead for Fears and the Pelicans, but he’s not ready to be an impactful fantasy contributor at this stage of his development.

Jeremiah Fears, Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, Herb Jones and Trey Murphy will start on Monday against the Celtics.

Fears will make the first start of his young NBA career as the Pelicans shuffle their opening unit on Monday. Fears has scored in double digits in each of his first two games and could be in a position to land more production with Zion Williamson sidelined (foot). Both teams are looking to secure their first win of the season.

Christian Braun finished with 20 points (6-of-10 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and two steals against the Suns on Saturday.

Braun struggled in the season opener, but he was able to bounce back with a strong performance on Saturday. He signed a five-year, $125 million extension just a few days before the start of the regular season, and this is the type of performance they were hoping to get out of him. If he can keep this up, he’ll easily be able to make good on his eighth-round ADP in Yahoo! leagues.

Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with 23 points (8-of-17 FGs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers on Saturday against the Suns.

Murray was able to lead Denver in scoring, and three of his points came on a shot from beyond halfcourt to close out the first half. That was an exciting moment, and the rest of his night was just as great for fantasy managers. Murray has started the year off strong, though this was their final game of the week, and they only have three games next week. The schedule will be more in his favor as the season progresses, but he has been worth his early fourth-round ADP.

Nikola Jokic recorded a triple-double with 14 points (5-of-8 FGs), 14 rebounds, 15 assists, three steals and five turnovers in a 133-111 win over the Suns on Saturday.

After an inefficient triple-double in the season opener, Jokic was far more efficient in this one. He only missed two shots. That’s easier to do when you only take eight shots. Jokic’s unique ability to completely dominate games without shooting often is incredible. He only took one shot in the first half, and he ended up recording the eighth triple-double of his career where he took eight or fewer shots. Only Draymond Green and Domantas Sabonis have more such games under their belt. Denver only has three games next week, starting in Minnesota on Monday.

Jamal Murray lit up the Warriors with 25 points (11-of-20 FGs), three rebounds, 10 assists, three steals and one three-pointer on Thursday.

This was a strong way to start the year off for Murray, who had a Yahoo! ADP of 37.3. He only had five double-doubles all of last season. Murray has been a top-20 player in per-game, nine-cat value in each of the last two seasons, and this type of performance will help him replicate that production once again. Denver’s next game will come against the Suns on Saturday.