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SAS • Center • #22
12 days ago
Plumlee’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk are healthy and available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
13 days ago
Duren had at least 25 points and at least 13 rebounds in four consecutive games entering play Sunday. While the 22-year-old center’s numbers weren’t quite that good, they were still good enough for a double-double. Duren has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
13 days ago
Harris scored at least 20 points for the first time since January 27 against the Nuggets. His 23 points were second only to Cade Cunningham on the Pistons. Harris has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
13 days ago
Cunningham continues to power the Pistons’ offense this season. The 24-year-old point guard was +14 in 37 minutes. Cunningham has provided third overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Tuesday.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
13 days ago
San Antonio’s starting guards struggled on Sunday, with Fox and Stephon Castle (13/4/4/1 with one three-pointer) shooting a combined 8-of-23 from the field. The former was responsible for six assists, so all wasn’t lost for Fox managers, but they were certainly hoping to get more out of him offensively. The seven points were the fewest in a game for him since December 23, when Fox matched his season-low with six points in a win over the Thunder. Fox and Castle will look to bounce back on Tuesday in Philadelphia.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
13 days ago
Vassell has picked up his production recently, having scored at least 14 points in four consecutive games. He’s made at least three three-pointers in each, shooting a combined 19-of-33 from beyond the arc. Add in the rebounds and assists, and Sunday’s performance was a good one from Vassell to end Week 18. The Spurs open a four-game Week 19 on Tuesday against the 76ers.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
13 days ago
Wemby recorded his fourth double-double in six post-break games on Sunday, but the Knicks were able to limit his dominance. While he did make seven of his ten two-point attempts, Wembanyama shot 1-of-7 from beyond the arc, sinking his overall field-goal percentage. However, with the double-double and blocked shots, fantasy managers don’t have much to complain about regarding Wemby’s final stat line. The Spurs play four games in Week 19, starting with the 76ers on Tuesday.
SAS • Center • #22
14 days ago
Plumlee, who was injured before signing with the Spurs, remains out as he continues to improve his conditioning. The veteran center’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
15 days ago
While he wasn’t all that impactful as a scorer, Harris proved to be an asset in other ways in Friday’s overtime victory. While solid in the rebound and assist categories, the veteran forward racked up a career-high six steals. And it was Harris’ defense on Evan Mobley in the final seconds of overtime that preserved Detroit’s three-point victory. Due to the emergence of other players on the roster, Harris’ fantasy value has taken a hit, but he remains a key figure for the Pistons.
DET • Small Forward • #9
15 days ago
Thompson has responded well since being benched for the second half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. After scoring 11 points and recording seven assists, three steals and two blocks in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, he put up another solid stat line against the Cavaliers. Thompson shot 70 percent from the field, reaching double figures in attempts for the second time in February. Ausar isn’t a prolific scorer, but the Pistons can’t afford for him to be as passive as he was in the first half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff sent his young wing a message, and he’s responded the right way.
DET • Center • #0
15 days ago
Having earned his first All-Star Game selection this season, Duren has been outstanding for the team with the NBA’s best record. He extended his double-double streak to four games in Friday’s overtime victory, with the 33 points matching Duren’s season-high. The Pistons end Week 18 with a road game against the Magic on Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
15 days ago
Unfortunately for Cunningham and the Pistons, the MVP candidate was not around for the conclusion of Friday’s game. With the Pistons trailing by four with 1:56 remaining, he was whistled for his sixth foul, his third disqualification of the season. However, Cade’s exit did not spell doom for the Pistons. Daniss Jenkins hit three free throws with 4.7 seconds remaining to force overtime, and Detroit would win it in the extra session. Cunningham finished three assists shy of a triple-double, another stellar stat line for the Pistons’ point guard. Detroit will look to end Week 18 on a high note when they visit the Magic on Sunday.
SAS • Center • #22
15 days ago
Plumlee’s 10-day contract was up, and the Spurs rewarded him with a deal to remain with the team for the rest of the season. He’ll serve as a depth option for San Antonio, and it will take injuries to Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet for Plumlee to see significant playing time.
Source: Shams Charania
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
16 days ago
Foul trouble was an issue for Wemby on Thursday, but it didn’t matter much as the Spurs jumped the Nets early and never relinquished control. Given how well he played against the Knicks on New Year’s Eve, putting up 31 points and 13 rebounds before leaving with a left knee injury, it would be unsurprising if Wembanyama rebounded from Thursday’s effort in a big way when the Spurs visit MSG on Sunday.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
16 days ago
Initially questionable for Thursday’s game with a hip injury, Castle logged 25 minutes in the Spurs’ 126-110 victory. He didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but the reigning Rookie of the Year was responsible for only one turnover. Since recording six in a February 7 win over the Kings, Castle has been responsible for three turnovers or fewer in six of his last seven appearances.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
16 days ago
Having grown up in Brooklyn and attended St. John’s, Champagnie put on a show for the home folks on Thursday. Shooting 6-of-9 from beyond the arc, the 26 points were one less than his total in San Antonio’s prior two games. Since moving into the starting lineup on New Year’s Eve, Champagnie has been close to a top-75 player in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. He’s still rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and now may be a good time for more deep-league managers to hop onto the bandwagon. After Sunday’s game against the Knicks, Champagnie and the Spurs play four games in Week 19.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
16 days ago
Johnson was initially questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back, but he will be good to go. He has yet to miss a game this season and will continue to fill a large reserve role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
16 days ago
Castle was initially listed as questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back, but he will be good to go against Brooklyn. He logged 28 minutes in Wednesday’s win and should see a similar role in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Small Forward • #0
16 days ago
Johnson was a late addition to the injury report in the second game of a back-to-back. He played just 14 minutes in Wednesday’s win over the Raptors, so the Spurs won’t have to cover many minutes if he’s out.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
16 days ago
Castle played 28 minutes last night in a win over the Raptors and must have come up a little sore the next day. With the Spurs coming in as heavy favorites over the Nets, it would make sense for them to give Castle some rest. That would likely mean more minutes and usage for both Devin Vassell and Dylan Harper.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
17 days ago
While Cunningham was responsible for eight turnovers, the overall stat line should help compensate for that. Over the past month, the Pistons’ point guard has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Cunningham has been included in early Most Valuable Player conversations, and with good reason. He’s been a highly productive lead option on the team with the league’s best record, and some of the other expected contenders may not be eligible due to the 65-game requirement when it’s time to vote.
DET • Center • #0
17 days ago
The Pistons’ two All-Stars did what players of their caliber are expected to do, with Duren and Cade Cunningham combining to score 58 points. Both recorded double-doubles, with the former notching his 27th of the season. Since returning from his two-game suspension, Duren has averaged 26.7 points, 14.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 68 percent from the field. The Pistons end Week 18 with games on Friday and Sunday against the Cavaliers and Magic.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
17 days ago
While the Raptors were able to neutralize Wembanyama on the offensive end of the floor, the Spurs phenom still blocked five shots on the night. Wemby and the Spurs have won ten straight games, their longest streak since January 2016. With the Spurs visiting the Nets on Thursday, it would be unsurprising if Wembanyama got the offensive numbers that he missed out on in Toronto.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
17 days ago
While Fox had a good night shooting the basketball, the overall stat line was a bit lean. The assist tally was a season-low, a surprising development for a player who racked up seven helpers in Monday’s win over the Pistons. However, more concerning for category league managers has been Fox’s poor foul shooting. He made two of his eight attempts against the Raptors, dropping his percentage over the past two weeks to 54.5. While Fox has never been an elite foul shooter, his recent struggles have been a serious departure from the norm.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
17 days ago
Vassell has been on a roll from beyond the arc recently, making at least five three-pointers in each of his last three appearances. The Spurs wing has connected on 14 of 23 attempts during this run, and his overall fantasy value has been excellent. Over the past week, Vassell has provided fifth-round per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Spurs visit the Nets on Thursday, and that has the potential to be another good night for Vassell.
SAS • Center • #22
18 days ago
Plumlee signed a 10-day deal with the Spurs last week, but he has been sidelined due to “return to competition reconditioning” for the four games since then. If he isn’t back to take on the Nets on Thursday, he’ll spend the entirety of this 10-day too out of shape to suit up.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #9
19 days ago
Thompson wasn’t having the greatest game, but he was curiously benched in the second half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. The 23-year-old small forward finished with eight points in just 18 minutes. After the game, Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff said he simply preferred to play Ron Holland. It’s difficult to argue with the results as Holland had 15 points, 11 rebounds, one block and one steal in 26 minutes off the bench. This will certainly be a situation for Thompson’s fantasy managers to monitor, starting with the Pistons’ next game Wednesday against the Thunder.
DET • Center • #0
19 days ago
While the Pistons struggled as a whole in Monday’s 11-point loss to the Spurs, Duren managed to have a great fantasy game. The 22-year-old center had 25 points on 13 field goal attempts and 14 rebounds. He’s provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks. Duren and the Pistons will take on the Thunder at home on Wednesday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
19 days ago
Cunningham couldn’t get much going against the Spurs defense, finishing with 16 points on 26 field goal attempts. He was still able to record 10 assists and only had three turnovers. Cunningham has been second overall in per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons’ next game is Wednesday against the Thunder.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
19 days ago
All five Spurs starters, including Castle, were in double figures in scoring in this one. The 21-year-old point guard wasn’t particularly efficient with 16 points on 16 field goal attempts. Castle also had 11 assists, earning the double-double. The Spurs road trip continues Wednesday against the Raptors.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
19 days ago
Vassell made as many three-pointers (seven) on 11 attempts as the entire Pistons did on 36 attempts. Vassell and Julian Champagnie’s shooting was instrumental in the Spurs victory as the pair combined for 12 three-pointers. Vassell has provided 11th-round per game value on the season, according to Basketball Monster.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
19 days ago
Wembanyama started off Week 18 of the fantasy season with a bang. The 22-year-old center had 21 points including two three-pointers, but really controlled this game by doing the dirty work with 17 rebounds, one steal and six blocks. Wembanyama and the Spurs pulled away in the third quarter and didn’t look back, which isn’t easy to do against one of the best teams in the league this year in Detroit. The Spurs have three more games this week with a matchup against the Raptors coming up on Wednesday.
SAS • Center • #40
19 days ago
Kornet suffered a right leg contusion in the first half of Monday’s game against the Pistons and is questionable to return. Carter Bryant should fill in for Kornet while he’s out.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
19 days ago
Waters III will play through a hyperextended left knee, but he hasn’t been a regular part of San Antonio’s rotation, so his availability isn’t impactful in the realm of fantasy hoops.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
20 days ago
Waters has not appeared in a game since February 1, missing time due to a hyperextended left knee. While his return could mean fewer minutes for Carter Bryant, it will not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #22
20 days ago
Plumlee’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the Spurs are otherwise healthy in the post.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
21 days ago
Duren has been one of the most improved players in the entire league this season, making a significant leap from a scoring standpoint, averaging 17.8 points through 45 games after mustering just 11.8 per-game last year. The 22-year-old big man topped the 20-point mark for the 15th time this season, accomplishing the feat in four of his last seven games since January 29. The Pistons will attempt to keep their win streak alive when they face the Spurs on Monday before closing out a busy four-game week with showdowns against the Thunder, Cavaliers and Magic.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
21 days ago
On the heels of a sublime 42-point effort against the Knicks earlier this week, Cunningham served as more of a facilitator against the free-falling Bulls, dishing out double-digit assists for the second straight contest. Detroit didn’t need to lean on him down the home stretch as they pulled away for a relatively easy win. The 24-year-old superstar has paced the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons with 30.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 10.5 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.5 blocks over his last four games. Simply put, he’s one of the most impactful all-around contributors in the entire fantasy landscape.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
21 days ago
Fox’s night was a mixed bag. While he shot the ball well and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, the point guard was also responsible for five turnovers. While the Spurs were able to get away with that against the Kings, who have lost 16 straight, that may not be the case on Monday against the Pistons. San Antonio plays four games in Week 18.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
21 days ago
Castle has been a top-50 fantasy player over the past week, and his improved efficiency as a scorer is why. The reigning Rookie of the Year is shooting 70 percent from the field and 80 percent from the foul line over the past week. Add in what Castle continues to bring to the table as a rebounder and defender, and fantasy managers received a welcome boost to end Week 17. The Spurs hit the road for all four of their games in Week 18, starting with the Pistons on Monday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
21 days ago
Wembanyama set the tone for Saturday’s game when he blocked three shots within the first 90 seconds. While Sacramento would claw its way back into the game by the end of the first quarter, Wemby and the Spurs never appeared to be threatened by a team that has lost 16 straight. The 7-foot-4 phenom recorded a complete stat line in 30 minutes of action, a nice finish to his Week 17. The Spurs play four games in Week 18, starting with the Pistons on Monday.
DET • Power Forward • #35
21 days ago
Smith played 18 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s win over the Knicks as he served as Paul Reed’s backup with Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart suspended. With Duren’s suspension over now, Smith will likely fall out of the Pistons’ usual rotation.
SAS • Center • #22
22 days ago
Plumlee will miss a second straight game as he continues to work his way back from a strained groin suffered while with the Hornets. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball since Victor Wembanyama, Luke Kornet and Kelly Olynyk are available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
22 days ago
Due to a hyperextended left knee, Waters has missed San Antonio’s last six games. His return would not affect fantasy basketball due to the Spurs’ depth on the wings.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward • #35
22 days ago
Smith played 18 minutes off the bench in Thursday’s win over the Knicks, serving as Paul Reed’s backup. With Jalen Duren returning from suspension, the Pistons’ center rotation will consist of him and Reed, with Smith likely falling out of the rotation entirely. Smith’s potential absence does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
23 days ago
Harris wasn’t efficient from the field as he scored just 11 points on 16 field goal attempts, going 4-of-16. The 33-year-old power forward cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds, which helped the Pistons given the suspensions to Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart. Harris continues to be just solid in his role while the Pistons’ overall depth has capped his ceiling.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #7
23 days ago
Reed had another big game as he drew another start with Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart suspended. The 26-year-old center had 18 points and seven rebounds as well as one steal and three blocks on the defensive end. That’s a complete game from Reed. With Duren’s suspension over now, he’ll return to the bench, but could still have fantasy value with Stewart suspended another five games.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
23 days ago
With Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart suspended, the Pistons entered Madison Square Garden as underdogs Thursday night. Shorthanded or otherwise, Cunningham proceeded to carry Detroit to a 15-point victory, its third of the season over the Knicks. The 24-year-old point guard was aggressive and never let up, dropping 42 points and 13 assists on New York in the process. He’s provided second-round per game value this season, according to Basketball Monster.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
24 days ago
Holland was away from the Pistons for the team’s last two games before the All-Star break for personal reasons. While he isn’t a center, his return may help the Pistons account for the absences of Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart, who are both suspended.
Source: NBA Injury Report