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DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Both stars continued to be listed as probable, but managers shouldn’t stress about their status against Los Angeles. They are both expected to be available and at their best in a matchup between two of the top teams in the West.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
9 months ago
Sabonis was able to practice on Wednesday, but he still isn’t ready to return to the lineup, which will make Thursday’s game his sixth-straight absence. Jonas Valanciunas should continue to shine at center, though Golden State’s smaller lineups might not be the best matchup for him. Sabonis could return Friday in Phoenix on the second night of this back-to-back.
Source: Anthony Slater
SAC • Forward • #41
9 months ago
LaRavia sat out Monday’s matchup with New York, and Lyles saw more playing time. Lyles may be sidelined Thursday, but his availability won’t have a meaningful impact in the world of fantasy hoops. LaRavia should handle his usual workload off the bench, but he’s only a viable option in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward • #41
9 months ago
Jake LaRavia is available. LaRavia sat out Monday’s matchup with New York, and Lyles saw more playing time. Lyles may be sidelined Thursday, but his availability won’t have a meaningful impact in the world of fantasy hoops. LaRavia should handle his usual workload off the bench, but he’s only a viable option in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
9 months ago
Murray struggled from the field with 12 points on 15 shots Wednesday. The 28-year-old point guard missed all but one of his five 3-point attempts against the Timberwolves. Murray played 35 minutes, his lowest in six games in March despite appearing on the injury report with ankle and knee issues recently. He’s provided top-20 fantasy value on a per game basis since the All-Star break.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic has shown no effects from an elbow injury as he poured in 34 points while the Nuggets lost to the Timberwolves. The 30-year-old center has now had at least 30 points in three of his last four games. Jokic continues to be the fantasy MVP as he’s the top ranked player on the year and in the last month alone.
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Gordon is expected to miss a second-straight game due to an ankle injury that he suffered on Sunday, though he also is still nursing the calf injury that forced him to miss a lot of time earlier this season. Russell Westbrook should get another start in his place.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Both stars are expected to once again be available as Denver looks to get a win in a playoff rematch from last season. The duo combined for 69 points in a win over the Thunder on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center • #17
9 months ago
Valanciunas held his own on the glass again, grabbing a game-high 13 rebounds on Monday. The veteran center has hit double digits in that category in four straight and five of his last six appearances. The increased rebounding production is why Valanciunas has been a top-25 player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. He’s already rostered in 85 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and JV will continue to have increased value while the Kings are without Domantas Sabonis.
SAC • Guard • #8
9 months ago
LaVine only attempted 10 shots on Monday, his lowest tally since joining the Kings a few days before the February trade deadline. While the percentages were good, he wasn’t particularly impactful in the Kings’ 133-104 defeat. However, LaVine has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. The only negative for LaVine managers is Sacramento’s schedule, as they end Week 19 with a Thursday/Friday back-to-back against the Warriors and Suns.
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Monk returned from a three-game absence on Monday and was not under any restrictions. However, there was a quick trip to the locker room during the second half, and the Kings getting blown out ensured Monk a few more minutes on the bench than planned. Monday’s game was his first with 20 points or more since before the All-Star break, and Monk’s scoring has taken a hit since the De’Aaron Fox trade. After averaging 18.0 points per game before February 1, he’s recorded 16.7 since the trade. With the Kings fighting to reach the postseason, they’ll need Monk to be more impactful as a scorer.
DEN • Guard • #8
9 months ago
Watson wasn’t in the starting lineup Monday night, but he gave the Nuggets valuable minutes off the bench with Aaron Gordon (calf) unavailable. The third-year forward shot 4-of-4 from beyond the arc, and the 16 points were two shy of his season-high. This performance isn’t enough to get Watson on the radar in most fantasy leagues. Still, it should earn him another opportunity to play rotation minutes after recently falling behind Zeke Nnaji in the pecking order. Nnaji didn’t provide much value on Monday, going scoreless with three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 11 minutes.
DEN • Guard • #27
9 months ago
After scoring 17 points on 6-of-17 shooting in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder, Murray redeemed himself in Monday’s rematch. The 34 points are the most he’s tallied in a game since Denver’s first game out of the All-Star break when Murray hit that number in a win over the Hornets. Since the break, Murray has provided top-15 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. He’ll look to build on Monday’s exemplary performance when the Nuggets host the Timberwolves on Wednesday.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
If Jokic’s right elbow was an issue for him on Monday, he certainly didn’t show it. The three-time MVP only missed five of his 20 field-goal attempts and was two assists shy of a triple-double. According to Basketball Monster, Jokic has been the top-ranked player in nine-cat formats over the past month, which surprises no one. The good news for managers who have him rostered is that he looked healthy on Monday, and the Nuggets play three more games during Week 19.
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Westbrook filled the void in the starting lineup left by Aaron Gordon, who sat out Monday’s game with a calf injury suffered on Sunday. And the veteran point guard had a solid night in Oklahoma City, shooting 60 percent from the field and 3-of-5 from beyond the arc. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was a good night to have Westbrook rostered. Rostered in 65 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has provided ninth-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. Westbrook is worth rostering in 12-team leagues, especially if Gordon misses more time.
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Monk returns to the Kings’ lineup after missing three games with a toe injury. Keon Ellis will head to the bench, and while he will remain in the rotation, his fantasy ceiling is considerably lower in this role. The other four starters remain unchanged as Valanciunas continues filling in for the injured Domantas Sabonis.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Forward • #33
9 months ago
LaRavia has been a larger part of Sacramento’s recent rotation than Crowder, but neither player has been able to contribute significant fantasy value this season. Devin Carter and Trey Lyles may take on a few extra minutes with the reserve forward pair sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
With Aaron Gordon sidelined, Westbrook will make a return to the starting lineup. In his most recent start, Westbrook contributed 25 points, five rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and four three-pointers in 35 minutes.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
9 months ago
The 24-year-old power forward played 23 minutes off the bench in Sunday’s game against the Thunder while dealing with the injury. Expect Nnaji to have a similar role Monday, though he doesn’t carry much fantasy value.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic and Murray were each initially listed as questionable Monday, but will ultimately suit up against the Thunder. Fantasy managers can count on the Nuggets’ superstar duo and insert them into lineups for this week.
SAC • Forward • #99
9 months ago
A back issue kept Crowder from suiting up on Sunday, and he is now in danger of missing a second-straight game. However, he hasn’t made an appearance in nearly two months, and that isn’t expected to change whenever he is next available to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Forward • #33
9 months ago
LaRavia is on the Kings’ injury report after logging 31 minutes in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Clippers. Malik Monk’s return could counter his potential absence, so LaRavia sitting would not significantly impact fantasy basketball. LaRavia is not a player who should be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Monk will be back in the lineup after missing Sacramento’s last three games. Keon Ellis started in his place for those games and averaged 9.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, three assists, 2.3 steals, one block and 1.7 three-pointers per game. Ellis’ fantasy upside will be limited in a likely return to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Gordon sustained a calf injury in the first quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Thunder, and calf and ankle injuries will keep him sidelined for Monday’s rematch. Russell Westbrook should see increased run in his absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #27
9 months ago
Both Murray and Jokic played Sunday against the Thunder, but the pair are in danger of sitting out the rematch on the second leg of a back-to-back set. Russell Westbrook, Zeke Nnaji and Peyton Watson are all candidates to see increased run if Murray and/or Jokic are sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center • #17
9 months ago
Valanciunas had a difficult night shooting the basketball, but there was still some value in his stat line. The 17 rebounds are the most he’s had in a game since his final appearance for the Wizards on February 3, and the veteran center has hit double figures in that category in four of his last five. Add the seven assists, and all wasn’t lost for those who have Valanciunas. Rostered in 84 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he should be held in most leagues until Domantas Sabonis returns from his hamstring injury.
SAC • Forward • #13
9 months ago
While Murray’s offensive output has been modest on most nights, he has hit double figures in seven of the eight games he’s appeared in since the All-Star break. The combination of consistent scoring and solid percentages is why Murray has been ranked just outside the top 50 in nine-cat formats since the break. Even with Domantas Sabonis and Malik Monk out due to injury, Murray’s fantasy ceiling is limited, with DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine dominating the shots. However, he can still provide solid value, as evidenced by his production since the All-Star break.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan hit multiple key shots down the stretch on Sunday. Unfortunately for the Kings he didn’t have the ball in his hands last. Kawhi Leonard did, and his left-handed shot as time expired gave the Clippers the win. DeRozan has scored 30 points or more on 11 occasions this season, three shy of his 2023-24 total, continuing to provide reliable fantasy value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The good news for managers whose playoffs begin during Week 20 is that the Kings play 12 games during Weeks 20-22. As for Week 19, Sacramento plays three, starting with the Knicks on Monday.
SAC • Guard • #8
9 months ago
LaVine has scored 20 points or more in six straight games and at least 30 in two straight. On Sunday, he scored an efficient 30 points, shooting over 50 percent from the field. And Sunday’s performance could have been even better for LaVine, who was just 1-of-7 from beyond the arc. Since the All-Star break, LaVine has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, shooting nearly 58 percent from the field. LaVine has fit in well with his new teammates, to the delight of those who have him rostered.
SAC • Forward • #99
9 months ago
Due to a sore lower back, Crowder will not be available for Sunday’s game. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as the veteran forward has been out of the Kings’ rotation most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #1
9 months ago
In recording his second double-double in three games, Porter’s 15 rebounds were a season-high. However, rebounding has not been the issue for the Nuggets forward since the All-Star break, field-goal percentage has. Shooting 42.4 percent from the field, Porter has provided 11th-round value in nine-cat formats since the break. With his limited defensive production, there isn’t as much margin for error regarding Porter’s fantasy ceiling.
DEN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Braun has been one of the biggest surprises in fantasy basketball this season, as he’s closing in on top-50 value in nine-cat formats. He last failed to reach double figures in scoring on January 14 and has been a third-round player in the 25 games since. Braun is only being rostered in 66 percent of Yahoo! leagues at this stage in the season, which is a bit surprising, given the consistent production.
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Westbrook started the third quarter of Sunday’s game for Aaron Gordon, who exited during the first with a right calf injury. While the former MVP did not shoot the ball well, Westbrook did provide value in the rebound and assist categories. If Gordon cannot play against the Thunder on Monday, look for Westbrook to start and for Zeke Nnaji (three points, one rebound and one block in 23 minutes) to see more action off the bench. Nnaji would not be worth the streaming risk in most leagues.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic had a tough afternoon from beyond the arc and at the foul line, and the problems may have begun after landing on his right elbow during the second quarter. The three-time MVP shot 2-of-10 from beyond the arc, including an 0-of-4 third quarter. The 2-of-6 effort from the charity stripe may be more concerning, especially with the Nuggets scheduled to face the Thunder again on Monday. Denver plays four games during Week 19, including another back-to-back on Friday and Saturday.
DEN • Guard • #4
9 months ago
Gordon left the contest in the first quarter with a calf injury and is unlikely to return. Westbrook will look to inject some energy for the Nuggets as they look to remain competitive with the top team in the Western Conference.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
Jokic and Gordon are in good shape to play on Sunday. Jokic has been healthy while Gordon recently returned from a three-game layoff. Both should assume their usual roles against OKC.
SAC • Forward-Center • #11
9 months ago
Sabonis will miss a fourth straight game and Monk a third. Sabonis will be out at least two more games, while Monk could return as soon as Monday’s matchup with New York. Jonas Valanciunas and Keon Ellis should continue to start in place of Sabonis and Monk, respectively.
Source: James Ham on Twitter
DEN • Guard • #27
9 months ago
On a night when Nikola Jokic made history, Murray performed well in the Nuggets’ overtime victory. The points, assists and steals were solid, and the Nuggets point guard only committed one turnover. Since the All-Star break, Murray has provided top-20 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. As a result of this surge, he’s a top-25 player for the season. Since his Yahoo! ADP was 54, fantasy managers should be pleased with what they’ve received from Murray this season.
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
If Jokic’s performance against the Suns wasn’t the greatest in NBA history, it’s pretty high on the list at the very least. The Nuggets center became the first player in league history to record at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists, and his 22 helpers were a career-best. Jokic now has seven games with at least 15 points, 15 rebounds and 15 assists in a season, tied with Oscar Robertson during the 1961-62 campaign for the most in league history. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander may be the betting favorite for Most Valuable Player, but what Jokic has done this season (average a triple-double) has been unprecedented for a center. The Nuggets visit the Thunder on Sunday to end their Week 18 slate.
Source: NBA
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Back in the Nuggets’ lineup after missing three games with a sprained ankle, Gordon didn’t look rusty on Friday. He matched his career high with seven three-pointers, only needing nine attempts. While the rebounding output wasn’t great, fantasy managers will undoubtedly take Gordon’s offensive production. The Nuggets play a back-to-back in Oklahoma City, with the first game scheduled for Sunday night. We’ll see if Gordon can play both games of a back-to-back this soon after his return from another injury.
DEN • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Braun may be the fifth option in the Nuggets’ starting lineup, but he’s emerged as a reliable option in standard leagues. The 25 points are the most he’s scored in a game since February 10, and he’s scored 23 or more in three of his last four outings. Since the All-Star break, Braun has provided fourth-round value in nine-cat formats. He’s rostered in 66 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that percentage may increase with the Nuggets playing four games in weeks 19 and 20.
SAC • Center • #17
9 months ago
Valanciunas has now had at least 14 points and at least nine rebounds in four straight games. The 32-year-old center continues to produce at a high level while Domantas Sabonis is out. Valanciunas was just four assists shy of a triple-double Friday against the Spurs. The 13-year veteran is a must-play fantasy option while Sabonis is out.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan was just one rebound and three assists away from a triple-double. The 35-year-old small forward is seeing increased usage with Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) out. His efficiency hasn’t been great recently, but he continues to put up numbers in volume. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy value over the last five weeks.
SAC • Guard • #8
9 months ago
LaVine has been on an absolute scoring tear recently and it continued against the Spurs on Friday. While the Kings gave up De’Aaron Fox in a multi-team trade before the trade deadline, they acquired LaVine in the deal. The 29-year-old shooting guard outscored Fox 36 to 16 in the Kings’ 18-point victory. LaVine has shot over 50 percent from the field in seven of 13 games since being acquired by Sacramento. It would hardly be surprising if LaVine is a top-50 or better fantasy option over the rest of the season.
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Gordon is back after missing three games with an ankle injury and will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup. His return means Russell Westbrook will head to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a slight hit.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
9 months ago
Nnaji was initially probable for Friday’s game but has been upgraded to available. While he will play rotation minutes, his fantasy ceiling is limited due to Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon also being available.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Center • #15
9 months ago
No surprise here as despite being listed as questionable, head coach Mike Malone described both players as closer to probable hours before game-time. Jokic has dealt with an ankle injury lately, though he hasn’t missed any games. Gordon figures to play around 20 minutes due to an ankle injury that kept him out for the last three games.
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Monk will miss a second-straight game with this toe injury, which should result in another start for Keon Ellis. As a starter on Wednesday, Ellis finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and one three-pointer in 39 minutes. He should be considered a high-priority streaming option until Monk is back.
Source: Sean Cunningham
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
9 months ago
Nnaji should be good to go against Phoenix, but his only path to true value in fantasy basketball is if Nikola Jokic (ankle) is sidelined. In that scenario, Nnaji will be worth streaming. If Jokic suits up, Nnaji will be a solid reserve for them, but he won’t contribute much in the box score.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
9 months ago
Gordon has missed three straight, but he’s got a chance to return against a familiar Western Conference opponent. If he’s out, Russell Westbrook will be the biggest beneficiary, and Zeke Nnaji could see some additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Center • #17
9 months ago
Valenciunas continues to produce while filling in for Domantas Sabonis. The 32-year-old center had a double-double and was just four assists shy of a triple-double against the Nuggets on Wednesday. Valenciunas started and played 31 minutes. He’s proven to be a reliable option and should be rostered in all formats as long as Sabonis is out.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan blew up for 35 points in the loss to the Nuggets Wednesday. The 35-year-old small forward was hardly efficient as he took 32 shots to get there. DeRozan is benefitting from an increase in usage with Domantas Sabonis sidelined with a hamstring injury. If he had been more efficient, he’d have easily had at least 40 points Wednesday. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy option since the start of February.
SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan blew up for 35 points in the loss to the Nuggets Wednesday. The 35-year-old small forward was hardly efficient as he took 32 shots to get there. DeRozan is benefitting from an increase in usage with Domantas Sabonis sidelined with a hamstring injury. If he had been more efficient, he’d have easily had at least 40 points Wednesday. DeRozan has been a top-25 fantasy option since the start of February.
SAC • Guard • #23
9 months ago
Already without Domantas Sabonis, the Kings will not have Malik Monk (toe) for Wednesday’s game in Denver. Ellis moves into the starting lineup and is worth streaming due to the Kings’ lack of depth at point guard. Markelle Fultz may play additional minutes off the bench, but he is not worth streaming in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Guard • #23
9 months ago
Already without Domantas Sabonis, the Kings will not have Malik Monk (toe) for Wednesday’s game in Denver. Ellis moves into the starting lineup and is worth streaming due to the Kings’ lack of depth at point guard. Markelle Fultz may play additional minutes off the bench, but he is not worth streaming in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAC • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Monk is dealing with a sore right toe and is not a lock to be available Wednesday night. Keon Ellis is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup if Monk doesn’t play. There may also be additional rotation minutes available to Markelle Fultz, but Ellis is the player fantasy managers should target.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAC • Guard • #8
10 months ago
Business as usual for LaVine, who leads the Kings in scoring (23.8) and triples (4.0) across the last five games. He’s been a top-50 fantasy option in that span, and he should continue to post solid numbers as one of the team’s go-to playmakers on offense.
SAC • Center • #17
10 months ago
JV shot 6-of-15 from the floor, so there was certainly a lot of meat left on the bone offensively. Still, he tied for the team lead in field-goal attempts, nearly double-doubled and posted useful defensive stats. Fantasy managers should continue to roll with him until Domantas Sabonis returns.