112-128
FINALPortland
Trail Blazers
45-47|L10: 4-6
Denver
Nuggets
59-34|L10: 6-4
-
//
Eastern Conference
Sign in
Sign in and connect Sleeper to unlock personalized fantasy insights.
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
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams is good to go after tweaking something in his lower back during Friday’s loss to the Mavericks. He’ll take on his usual backup center role, which means Yang Hansen may only see action if the game gets out of hand.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
The Trail Blazers won’t have Jerami Grant (calf) for Sunday’s game, which opens a spot in the starting lineup. Henderson will fill the void, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Avdija may lose out on a few playmaking opportunities, but not to the point where it would negatively affect his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams appeared to tweak something in his lower back during the second quarter of Friday’s loss to the Mavericks, and he did not play after halftime. If he can’t play on Sunday, the Trail Blazers may call on Yang Hansen to fill out the rotation since Jerami Grant (calf) has already been ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
While Krejčí remaining out with a left calf contusion does not affect fantasy basketball, Grant’s calf strain does. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Sidy Cissoko and Kris Murray being potential replacements. Also, no Grant means that the Trail Blazers will need more consistent production from Scoot Henderson off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant injured his right calf during the second half of Friday’s defeat, and there is some concern that he’ll miss time. Following the game, acting head coach Thiago Splitter said Grant felt a pop in his calf. He’ll be evaluated further on Saturday, and Sunday’s game against the Wizards could be off the board for Grant, at a minimum. If he misses time, Scoot Henderson (9/2/3/3 with one three-pointer) would have added importance to the Trail Blazers, even if he continues to come off the bench.
Source: Sean Highkin
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdjia did everything but make a three-pointer on Friday, helping compensate for another high-turnover night. The Trail Blazers’ playmaker was responsible for five turnovers against the Mavericks, and he’s been responsible for at least three in each of his last ten appearances. Given how much Avdija has the ball in his hands, the turnovers are somewhat understandable. And the task would become more difficult if Jerami Grant (calf) has to miss time.
POR • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Holiday finished Friday’s defeat with his first 20-point game in two weeks, with his scoring output having decreased during the second half of March. After scoring 20 or more in five of Portland’s first six games of the month, the veteran guard was limited to 15 or fewer in seven straight before Friday. With Jerami Grant leaving Friday’s game with a calf injury, the Trail Blazers may need more offensive production from Holiday going forward, which could raise his ceiling. But only if he can take advantage.
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.
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.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams looked uncomfortable after landing on the court after completing an alley-oop dunk late in the second quarter. The Time Lord tweaked something in his back and is now done for the night. The Trail Blazers will likely go small when starting center Donovan Clingan is not on the floor.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams will be good to go after initially being listed as questionable. He’ll continue to make an impact in limited minutes, which will make him a difficult player to be worth rostering.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, given the decrease in playing time he experienced before his calf injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game is not part of a back-to-back, but Williams is still on the report for injury management reasons. If he’s unable to play against the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers will likely play starting center Donovan Clingan for a few more minutes while going small when he isn’t in the game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí has missed Portland’s last six games. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as his minutes were decreasing before the calf injury.
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
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.
POR • Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Henderson was outstanding on Wednesday, leading the Trail Blazers in scoring while also not committing a turnover. His role keeps the former lottery pick’s fantasy ceiling relatively low, but he has provided 11th-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Henderson is another player who could benefit from Portland’s upcoming schedule, which is the NBA’s weakest by win percentage.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out the last two games, Grant shot 4-of-10 from beyond the arc in 24 minutes. The veteran forward did not offer much outside of the points and three-pointers, but he has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Games against the Mavericks and Wizards to end Week 22 will give Grant two more opportunities against lottery-bound teams to put up numbers that will benefit fantasy managers.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
Despite being limited to 25 minutes due to the game getting out of hand, Clingan recorded another excellent stat line on Wednesday. The 7-foot-2 center has been outstanding since the All-Star break, providing second-round value in eight-cat formats. And in nine-cat, Clingan has been a first-round player during this stretch. Portland finishes Week 22 with games against Dallas and Washington, which is excellent for those rostering Clingan.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija and the Trail Blazers took care of business on Wednesday, scoring 71 first-half points and winning by a 130-99 final score. Due to the game being a blowout, he only played 25 minutes, a development that some fantasy managers won’t be pleased with. However, the points, assists and percentages were solid, so managers won’t have too much to complain about after Avdija’s showing against the Bucks.
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant is back in the starting lineup on Wednesday after missing the Blazers’ loss to the Nuggets. The veteran has spent time as both a starter and reserve throughout the season, averaging 18.6 points over 55 games. His production could be important as Portland battles for seeding down the stretch of the season.
Source: NBA Starting 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
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant is set to return after a two-game absence due to left foot soreness. Sidy Cissoko will return to the bench with Grant back in the starting lineup. In his most recent game action, Grant had 26 points in a win over the Timberwolves last Friday.
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
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Wednesday’s game will be the sixth that Krejčí has missed with a calf injury. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Conor Bergin
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams is set to return after sitting out Monday’s win over the Nets, which was Portland’s second game in as many nights. He’ll resume his usual backup center duties, with starter Donovan Clingan potentially playing a few minutes less than he normally would.
Source: Conor Bergin
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.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams missed Monday’s game, which was the second of a back-to-back. He is on the injury report again, but he should be back to take on Milwaukee and fill out the backup center minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí has missed the last five games for Portland with this calf injury. Jerami Grant (foot) has missed the last two and is also questionable. If Grant remains out and Krejčí returns, he could have some streaming appeal, though he isn’t worth the risk on a day with 12 games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant has missed Portland’s last two games and could remain sidelined for a third straight. Sidy Cissoko should start again if Grant remains out, though he was unproductive in 28 minutes on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
Clingan’s seven blocks were a season-high, and he only needed 24 minutes to hit that number. Portland winning in a rout likely cost the second-year center a new career-high in blocks, but fantasy managers will be satisfied with the production in that category as well as the 15 rebounds. Portland’s final three games of Week 22 are against the Bucks, Mavericks and Wizards; don’t be surprised if Clingan puts up a few more solid stat lines. And he’s unlikely to shoot 30 percent from the field, as he did against the Nets.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija’s struggles from beyond the arc continue, as he missed all three of his three-point attempts on Monday. Over his last six games, the Trail Blazers’ playmaker has shot 8-of-37. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s still scored at least 18 points in all six games, surpassing 23 points in four. Avdija’s ability to get to the foul line has boosted the points output, preserving most of his fantasy value.
POR • Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
Camara has made multiple three-pointers in four of his last five games, but Monday’s performance took the cake. Banking in his first three-point attempt was a sign of things to come, as the Trail Blazers’ forward started the night 8-of-8 from three. That’s a franchise record for consecutive three-pointers without a miss, passing Terry Porter’s seven. Camara finished the night 9-of-11 from deep, recording the second 30-point game of his career. Portland plays three more games in Week 22, and they’re all against teams headed to the draft lottery.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the second in as many days for the Trail Blazers, so Williams’ absence is unsurprising. Starter Donovan Clingan may pick up a few more minutes, with Portland going small when he isn’t in the game. Yang Hansen’s best chance at playing time would be if the Trail Blazers led by a large margin.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant and Krejčí will remain out for another game, with the former’s absence likely resulting in another spot start for Sidy Cissoko. However, Cissoko played 19 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Nuggets, with Matisse Thybulle playing 25 off the bench.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
Camara entered Sunday having scored seven points or fewer in three of his previous five appearances. The Trail Blazers’ wing got back on track in Denver, shooting 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. If there was a disappointment for fantasy managers, it was that Camara did not record any defensive stats. With the Trail Blazers hosting the Nets on Monday, there’s a good chance that he puts up some defensive numbers in that one.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
While Clingan’s failure to record any defensive stats in Sunday’s defeat was disappointing, his continued progress as a perimeter shooter must be exciting for fantasy managers. Especially those competing in dynasty leagues. The 7-foot-2 center shot 4-of-7 from beyond the arc in Denver, after having shot 4-of-10 in his prior two appearances. Given the current state of the Nets, Monday’s opponent, it would be unsurprising if Clingan started Week 22 with another quality stat line.
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.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game will be the first for Watson since he suffered a strained hamstring during a February 4 loss to the Knicks. As expected, his minutes will be limited on Sunday, so fantasy managers should not expect much. Moving forward, Watson will provide depth and production off the bench for the Nuggets.
Source: Vic Lombardi
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson has missed the better part of the last two months with a hamstring strain, but is set to return on Sunday against the Trail Blazers, according to a report from Charania. The Nuggets have officially listed Watson, who can be a key contributor off the bench, as questionable for Sunday’s game.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Hardaway entered Friday shooting 8-of-31 from three over the last four games. He snapped out of his slump in a big way against the Raptors, shooting 7-of-10 on the night. The four rebounds were a decent bonus, but most fantasy managers roster Hardaway for the points and three-pointers. The Nuggets end Week 21 with a game against the Trail Blazers on Sunday.
DEN • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
While there’s no shortage of Jokić managers in playoff matchups who have been looking for his usual triple-double mastery, Friday’s stat line was solid. The three-time MVP made over 50 percent of his shots and recorded a complete stat line. And Jokić will have one more chance to put up a big stat line during Week 21, as the Nuggets face the Trail Blazers on Sunday.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 1 month ago
After totaling 31 points in his prior two appearances, Murray hit that number against the Raptors on Friday. And he was highly efficient in doing so, shooting over 50 percent from the field and 90 percent from the foul line. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a good night to roster Murray. Since the All-Star break, he has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Watson, who did some 3-on-3 scrimmaging at the beginning of the week, has not reached the point where he can play in games. With Aaron Gordon back in the lineup after not playing on Wednesday, Spencer Jones and Julian Strawther will be the key wing contributors off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
Gordon missed Wednesday’s game, which was the second leg of a back-to-back. However, he’ll be back in his usual starting spot against Toronto. Spencer Jones started against Memphis but will head back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Braun logged his highest scoring performance of the season on Wednesday, finishing with 10 or more made field goals for the first time. His scoring came mostly from inside the arc, although a couple of made three-pointers helped him reach his new season-high. Yet, the versatile wing did more than just score; he was one of Denver’s top rebounders against Memphis, produced one of his highest assist totals, and also set a new season-high in steals. Braun’s balanced production was not rewarded with a win. However, his production may help some fantasy managers during the fantasy playoffs.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
about 2 months ago
Murray logged 41 minutes on Wednesday and came close to logging his first triple-double of the season. He was particularly productive in the fourth quarter of this game, scoring seven points and dishing out six assists in an attempt to secure a second straight win. Instead, the Nuggets came up short and now find themselves just 2.5 games away from the seventh seed in the Western Conference. Murray and the Nuggets will have a chance to get back on track against the Raptors on Friday.
DEN • Center • #15
about 2 months ago
The three-time MVP had highs and lows in Wednesday’s loss. He scored the ball efficiently and produced well from both inside and outside the arc, while also finishing with a team-high in rebounds before coming up an assist shy of a triple-double. Yet, much of his production is overshadowed by how much he struggled to take care of the basketball. Jokić’s 10 turnovers marked a season high, and his three fourth-quarter giveaways marked a quarter of Denver’s 12 as a team in the closing period. The Nuggets find themselves dangerously close to the Play-In Tournament, which suggests Jokić could log heavy minutes down the stretch to help keep his team in the top six in the Western Conference.
DEN • Small Forward • #21
about 2 months ago
The Nuggets won’t have Aaron Gordon for Wednesday’s game, as he’s sitting out the second game of the team’s back-to-back. Jones moves to the starting lineup, where he offers some deep-league streaming value.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Gordon was limited to 19 minutes in Tuesday’s blowout win, but he’ll still sit out the second leg of this back-to-back. Spencer Jones should return to the starting unit in his place. In his last start, Jones contributed 19 points, four rebounds, two assists, two steals, two blocks and three triples.
Source: NBA Injury Report