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ORL • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Banchero haș been out since November 14, missing the Magic’s last 10 games. With the 23-year-old power forward back in the lineup, expect Tristan da Silva to return to a bench role. Banchero could be on a minutes restriction in his first game back.
DET • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Sasser, who has been out with a right hip impingement, could be available to make his season debut on Friday. However, that does not guarantee that he’ll play rotation minutes, especially with the Pistons mainly being healthy. Unless you’re in a dynasty league, there’s no need to roster Sasser right now.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson has missed Detroit’s last two games, resulting in Daniss Jenkins moving into the starting lineup. However, the second-year guard has effectively split minutes with Caris LeVert, and the production has not been good enough for him to be worth the risk in most redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Klintman will miss another game, and he has been out since November 14. Unless competing in a deep dynasty league, there’s no reason to consider stashing him in an IL+ slot.
ORL • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Banchero has missed Orlando’s last ten games since straining his groin during a November 14 win over the Knicks. Tristan da Silva has filled in admirably in the Magic star’s absence, but he’ll be headed to the bench whenever Banchero is cleared to play. There may be a minutes restriction at play once Paolo is available, so da Silva will still have value in deep leagues.
Source: Jason Beede
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham was held below 20 points for the second consecutive game to start December after going the entire month of November without that happening. The 24-year-old point guard had an off-night from behind the three-point line going 1-of-7 from behind the arc. Cunningham had just two turnovers and was +7 in 35 minutes in the four-point loss.
DET • Forward • #12
about 2 months ago
Harris has now had at least 20 points in two of his last three games. That’s a good sign for the 33-year-old small forward who returned from an ankle injury last month. Harris is a reliable fantasy option when healthy.
ORL • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
After back-to-back 37-point outings, Bane cooled off on Wednesday. However, he still dished out six assists, and he has recorded at least five in seven of his last eight games. Over the past two weeks, Bane has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. While he has been more aggressive in looking for his shot, especially since Paolo Banchero’s groin injury, Bane has not neglected setting up others, which has boosted his fantasy value.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner had a chance to send Wednesday’s game into overtime, but San Antonio’s Luke Kornet blocked his layup attempt as time expired. The Magic forward has scored at least 21 points in four straight games, and he’s averaging 23 per game for the season. Wagner continues to close in on top-50 value in eight-cat formats and has already crossed that threshold in nine-cat. The Magic play two more games in Week 7, starting with the Heat on Friday.
ORL • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Suggs recorded his fourth 20-point game of the season on Wednesday, attempting a season-high 20 shots. He’s been a more active scorer recently, attempting 17, 13 and 20 shots in his last three appearances. And with Paolo Banchero still out, there’s room for Suggs to bring a bit more to the table on that end of the floor. Despite shooting 40.2 percent from the field, he has been a top-30 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks.
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson will miss a second straight game with a sprained ankle, which should mean Daniss Jenkins remains in the starting lineup. While his ceiling as a scorer is limited playing alongside Cade Cunningham, Jenkins can be helpful to managers needing rebounds and assists when allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Klintman has not appeared in a game since November 14. His continued absence does not impact the Pistons’ rotation or fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson missed a game for the first time this season on Monday, which opened the door for Daniss Jenkins to start in his place. Jenkins had a rough shooting night, but he was able to supply eight rebounds and six assists and has generally been a reliable streamer when he starts this year. If Robinson remains out, Jenkins will be worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Banchero will miss a seventh straight game, which means Tristan da Silva should continue to start. The latter is worth streaming in deeper leagues, but Desmond Bane and Anthony Black have been the biggest beneficiaries of Banchero’s absence from a fantasy standpoint.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Center-Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Rostered in 33 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Carter has provided top-100 value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Of course, it would be good to get more consistent defensive production out of the Magic center, but the top-100 may be his ceiling at this stage in his career. That isn’t elite, but it isn’t a bad spot to be in, either. The 17 points he scored on Monday were the most in a game for Carter since November 18, when he hit that number in a win over the Warriors.
ORL • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
On a night when starting point guard Jalen Suggs (10/4/4/5/1 with two three-pointers) shot 3-of-13 from the field, Black picked up the slack for the Magic. This was his fourth game with at least 20 points, with Monday’s total only being exceeded by the 31 he scored in Orlando’s November 25 blowout of the 76ers. Over the past two weeks, Black has provided top-100 in nine-cat formats. Given how well he’s played, Black should remain rostered in 14-team leagues.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Having turned in another efficient stat line, Wagner has scored at least 20 points in three straight and five of his last six games. The Magic have gone 7-2 since losing Paolo Banchero to a strained groin, and Wagner’s consistency is one reason for the excellent record. He’s provided top-75 value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the last nine games. While that doesn’t align with his Yahoo! ADP (36), it is still a good value for those who have Wagner rostered.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
After a one-game absence due to a left leg contusion, Duren was back in the lineup and made his presence felt immediately. He was Detroit’s leading rebounder and helped the Pistons dominate the glass; they won the rebounding matchup 60-34. Duren has a double-double in four straight games and will look to keep that going against the Bucks on Wednesday.
ORL • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
After scoring a season-high 37 points in Friday’s win over the Pistons, Bane matched that total on Monday. He was a bit too deferential to begin his first season with the Magic, but that hasn’t been the case recently, especially after Orlando lost Paolo Banchero to a strained groin. Since the November 12 win over the Knicks, Bane has averaged 24.1 points per game on 47.1 percent shooting from the field and 96.4 percent from the foul line. He has been a top-25 player with Banchero out, which has been great for fantasy managers who have him on their rosters.
DET • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
With Duncan Robinson (ankle) sidelined for the first time this season, Jenkins was able to get the starting nod. He was able to provide rebounds and assists, but it was a rough shooting night for him. He missed all eight of his shots from deep and both of his free throws. Jenkins has typically been productive as a starter, so this performance shouldn’t make anyone shy away from him as a streamer next time he gets to start.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham wasn’t able to have his typical dominant scoring night, but he got the job done late with a pair of clutch buckets with less than a minute left to turn a tied game in to a four-point lead for Detroit. His scoring output was underwhelming for fantasy managers, but the rest of his night wasn’t. He set a new career high for steals and had more “stocks” than he’s ever had in a single game. It was an impressive performance for him, and he’ll look to stay hot in Milwaukee on Wednesday.
DET • Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
With Duncan Robinson (ankle) missing a game for the first time this season, Jenkins will return to the starting lineup. Jenkins was elite as a starter in place of Cunningham earlier this year, and while he won’t see the same boost as a fill-in for Robinson, he should still be worth streaming. Duren’s return also pushes Isaiah Stewart back to the bench.
Source: Jacob Richman
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson will be sidelined for the first time this season, which will open up minutes for Caris LeVert, Jaden Ivey and Daniss Jenkins. One of them will start, and with Ivey still having his minutes managed, it will likely be one of the other two.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert is good to go after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. With Duncan Robinson (ankle) inactive, there may be a few more minutes available to LeVert. However, that may also be the case for Daniss Jenkins, which limits LeVert’s streaming ceiling. He’s only worth the risk if announced as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Monday’s game after missing Saturday’s win over the Heat, Duren is officially good to go. His return means Isaiah Stewart heads back to the bench, while Paul Reed may fall out of the rotation entirely. Stewart is worth holding onto in deeper leagues, as he will still have a prominent role in the rotation.
Source: Detroit Pistons
DET • Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Klintman will miss a seventh straight game, but he isn’t part of Detroit’s rotation when he’s healthy. His continued absence won’t open the door for anyone to take on extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert missed Saturday’s game, but he is expected to be back to take on Atlanta. He will likely fill his typical role off the bench, though he could get the starting nod with Duncan Robinson (ankle) listed as questionable. However, he isn’t guaranteed to fill the void, and he’d only be worth streaming if he does.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson has been a fixture of the starting lineup this season, but there is a chance he is sidelined to start off the week. Caris LeVert (knee) is probable and could start if Robinson is out, though Jaden Ivey and Daniss Jenkins are also candidates to fill the void.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren missed Saturday’s game against Miami but is expected to be back in the lineup to take on Atlanta. His return will push Isaiah Stewart back to the bench, though he will still play a significant reserve role. Paul Reed will likely be pushed out of the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Forward • #7
about 2 months ago
With Jalen Duren (leg) unavailable, Isaiah Stewart served as the starting center in Miami. However, while Beef Stew (9/8/1/0/1 in 29 minutes) was solid in his time on the floor, Duren’s absence opened things up for Reed as well. “BBall Paul” recorded his second double-double of the season, with the first occurring in a November 12 win over the Bulls. Unlike Stewart, who can provide tangible fantasy value when Duren is playing, Reed needs an absence to become viable. He should only be added if Duren misses more time. Detroit opens a four-game Week 7 on Monday against the Hawks.
DET • Forward • #12
about 2 months ago
A double-digit scorer in all five games he’s played since returning from a sprained ankle, Harris had his best night of the season in Miami. He recorded his second 20-point game, exceeding his previous high of 23 (October 29 vs. Orlando). Harris remains outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, but that’s due mainly to the sprained ankle and time that he missed. He isn’t a prolific fantasy option, but Tobias will provide reliable value when available. The Pistons play four games during Week 7.
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
For the first time since being traded to Detroit during the offseason, Robinson played against the Heat in Miami on Saturday. And he played well, scoring 18 points, the most he’s had in a game in over two weeks. Robinson has been close to a top-100 player in nine-cat formats this season, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (141). With Jaden Ivey (9/2/1 with one three-pointer) still under a minutes restriction, playing time won’t be an issue for Robinson for the time being, preserving his fantasy value.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
While Cunningham had another high-turnover night, committing eight, he continued to make big plays down the stretch. The Pistons’ point guard leads the NBA in fourth-quarter points, and while he only made two shots in the fourth on Saturday, Cade’s jumper with 20.2 seconds remaining gave Detroit a four-point lead. Over the past two weeks, Cunningham has provided top-10 per-game value in eight-cat formats, slightly better than his season-long value. The Pistons play four games in Week 7, starting with the Hawks on Monday.
DET • Forward-Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Stewart will slide into the starting unit with Jalen Duren (leg) unavailable. The rest of the starters will remain the same, but Stewart will receive a significant boost in minutes and value as a starter.
Source: Detroit Pistons
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable, LeVert will sit out the second game of Detroit’s home/away back-to-back. This may be an opportunity for Daniss Jenkins to pick up additional minutes, as he’s fallen out of the rotation since the Pistons have gotten healthier on the perimeter. However, he isn’t worth the streaming risk in this spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert had seven points in 24 minutes against the Magic on Friday. The 31-year-old shooting guard’s status remains up in the air for the second game of a back-to-back against the Heat. Regardless of his availability, LeVert isn’t playing enough minutes on a regular basis to warrant a spot on fantasy basketball rosters.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren had a double-double with four blocks in Friday’s loss to the Magic. The 22-year-old center will miss Saturday’s second game of a back-to-back against the Heat with a leg injury. Isaiah Stewart figures to start while Paul Reed picks up additional minutes off the bench.
Source: Ira Winderman
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren now has 11 double-doubles this season, including one in each of his last three appearances. The Pistons center finished Friday’s close defeat with a complete line, minus the three-pointers, and his four blocks were a season-high. In fact, this was the first time Duren had recorded at least three blocks in a game this season. Up to 18 blocks in 17 games, Duren has the potential to be an even better fantasy option than he’s been. Hopefully, the athleticism will translate into defensive production more than it has so far.
DET • Forward • #12
about 2 months ago
Harris’ 18 points are the most he’s scored in a game since returning from a sprained ankle, matching his tally in Detroit’s November 22 win over the Bucks. He had another efficient night on Friday, shooting over 50 percent from the field, while doing a good job on the glass. At this stage in his career, Harris isn’t going to “wow” fantasy managers, but he will provide consistent value. Rostered in 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s ranked just outside the top-75 in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham finished Friday’s 112-109 defeat with his second triple-double of the season. However, unlike the line he recorded in Detroit’s November 10 win over the Wizards, turnovers were an issue on Friday. Cunningham finished with a season-high eight, and there weren’t any defensive stats on the line, either. While he has been a top-20 player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, that’s with an average of 4.4 turnovers per game. In eight-cat, Cunningham has been a top-10 player during that stretch. While he is susceptible to the high-turnover night, the overall production compensates for that.
ORL • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
After Jalen Suggs (14/4/1/4/1 with two three-pointers) made two free throws with just over six seconds remaining to push the Magic lead out to three, Black made the play that clinched a spot in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. His rejection of a Duncan Robinson three-point attempt sealed the victory, and the third-year guard continues to make strides. Black didn’t shoot the ball well from the field, but fantasy managers still received solid value due to the overall line. Rostered in 21 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has provided 10th-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Suggs has also been excellent for category league managers, but his availability is what keeps Black on the radar in some 12-team leagues.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner has scored at least 20 points in three of his last four and 15 of his 20 appearances this season. With Paolo Banchero (groin) out, the Magic have looked to Wagner more often, and on most nights, he has been up to the task. He finished Friday’s victory just a three-pointer and a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, but managers will benefit from the points, rebounds and steals. The Magic play four games during Week 7, beginning with the Bulls on Monday.
ORL • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Interestingly, while Bane scored a season-high 37 points, he did not make a single three-pointer. The Magic guard missed all five of his attempts, but he shot 65 percent from inside the arc and was a frequent visitor to the foul line. All that was missing from Bane’s stat line was a three-pointer, and the overall production compensated for that. Over the past two weeks, he has been close to a top-25 player in nine-cat formats, rebounding from a slow start to the season. Orlando, which advanced to the NBA Cup quarterfinals with Friday’s victory, won’t play again this week. But the Magic have four games during Week 7.
ORL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Due to back spasms, Isaac was a late scratch for Tuesday’s win over the 76ers. His return gives Orlando another option to call upon in the frontcourt, but he’s unlikely to provide the production needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
After a slow start to the season, Bane continues to make his way up the rankings. Over the past two weeks, he has provided top-50 value in nine-cat formats, and the season-long value is approaching top-100 status. Bane has recorded at least five assists in five straight games, and the improved production in that category is one reason why his overall fantasy value has improved.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner didn’t have to extend himself too far on Tuesday, as the Magic were able to sit their key players for most of the second half. Over the past two weeks, he has been a sixth-round player in nine-cat formats, with the production being slightly lower than Wagner’s season-long value. While Franz’s season-long production hasn’t aligned with his Yahoo! ADP (36), he isn’t far off. Next up for Orlando is a matchup with the Pistons on Friday, with the winner advancing to the NBA Cup quarterfinals.
ORL • Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Orlando grabbed control of Tuesday’s game with a 51-point second quarter, and Black was in the middle of it all. He scored 27 points in the first half, establishing a career-high for points in a half. He would finish with his first career 30-point game and sat out most of the second half due to Orlando pushing its lead out to 46 points. Jalen Suggs, who was ejected late in the second quarter, should be available for Friday’s crucial NBA Cup matchup with the Pistons, so Black will come off the bench for that one.
ORL • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
With the Magic leading by an 82-58 margin, things got heated between the two teams. Philadelphia’s Andre Drummond and Orlando’s Wendell Carter Jr. squared up on each other, but they were separated before Suggs decided to get involved. For their roles in the altercation, Carter, Drummond, Orlando’s Desmond Bane and Philadelphia’s Jabari Walker received technical fouls, while Suggs was ejected. He finishes with four points, five rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and two blocked shots.
Source: CJ Fogler
ORL • Center-Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Carter is back after an ankle injury sidelined him for Sunday’s loss to the Celtics. Orlando Robinson, an emergency starter on Sunday as the Magic were also without Goga Bitadze, may fall out of the rotation entirely since the team’s top two centers are available. The other change is Suggs, whose return means Anthony Black will come off the bench. Da Silva continues to start in place of the injured Paolo Banchero and should be rostered in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
ORL • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Bitadze is back after a one-game absence, but so is starter Wendell Carter Jr. Therefore, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Bitadze in most fantasy leagues, even with only three games on the schedule.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Absent from the initial injury report, Isaac is out with back spasms. His absence leaves Orlando down an option in the frontcourt, but it does not affect fantasy basketball. Goga Bitadze is available and can absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to Isaac.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Originally off the injury report, Bitadze has been downgraded to questionable for Tuesday against the 76ers. The 26-year-old center’s status is truly up in the air at this point. As the backup center, his absence wouldn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball.
ORL • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Suggs did not play in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics, as it was Orlando’s second game in as many nights. Suggs’ return means Anthony Black will resume his customary backup point guard duties, which lowers his fantasy ceiling considerably.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Initially slated to start for Wendell Carter Jr., Bitadze was scratched from the Magic lineup minutes before tipoff on Sunday against the Celtics. Orlando Robinson filled the void, but he’s likely to be inactive with Bitadze and Carter removed from the injury report. Bitadze will take on his usual backup center role in Philadelphia, which makes him a non-factor in fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
The Magic looked extremely sluggish on the second night of a back-to-back after a late arrival into Boston and playing without offensive catalyst Paolo Banchero for the sixth straight game while he continues recovering from a groin strain. Their struggles came mostly on the defensive end of the floor as they allowed the Celtics to shoot over 60 percent from the floor. Wagner took just 10 shots on the heels of a 37-point explosion during Saturday’s impressive win over the Knicks but managed to get to the line for eight free throw attempts to help salvage his night. The Magic have just two games this upcoming week with road matchups on tap against the 76ers and Pistons.
ORL • Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Bane was asked to shoulder an astronomical scoring workload once again on the second night of a back-to-back with superstar Paolo Banchero (groin) sidelined for the sixth straight contest. He wasn’t able to take advantage of Boston’s defensive issues in this one as he took just 13 shots before sitting out most of the second half after Orlando fell behind by nearly 30 points.
ORL • Guard • #13
about 2 months ago
Howard was a one-man wrecking crew off the bench in the closing stages, fully capitalizing on extra run on the second night of a back-to-back. The 22-year-old former lottery pick drilled five triples on a career-high 13 attempts and astonishingly did most of his damage against Boston’s starters in crunch time. It came completely out of nowhere, too — his previous season high was just eight points.
ORL • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
In a brutal turn of events for fantasy managers who may have streamed him, Bitadze was scratched from the Magic starting lineup after the announced tip time. With Wendell Carter Jr. also out, the Magic turn to Orlando Robinson to fill the void. It’s too late to slot him into your lineups, but watch Robinson with an eye toward Week 6 if Carter and Bitadze miss more time.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Center-Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
The Magic are down two starters for Sunday’s game, with Jalen Suggs and Wendell Carter Jr. out. As has been the case in the past, Black will fill the void left by Suggs, and he’s worth streaming in this spot. The other worthwhile streamer is Bitadze, who steps in for Carter.
Source: NBA Lineups
ORL • Center-Forward • #34
about 2 months ago
Carter will sit out Sunday’s game, which is Orlando’s second in as many nights. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Goga Bitadze being the player most likely to fill the void. Due to the opportunity, Bitadze is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Jason Beede