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SAS • Center • #15
11 months ago
The Spurs are without Jeremy Sochan, who will not play in Tuesday’s game due to back spasms. He’ll be replaced in the starting lineup by Biyombo, who’s worth streaming in extremely deep leagues. Also worth a look is Sandro Mamukelashvili, as he should play more minutes with Sochan and Charles Bassey inactive.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
Sochan is dealing with back spasms, hence the Spurs’ decision to make him inactive for Tuesday’s game. His absence leaves the center responsibilities to Bismack Biyombo and Sandro Mamukelashvili. While the former offers a bit more from a rebounding standpoint, Mamukelashvili possesses a higher offensive ceiling.
Source: Paul Garcia
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Harris was a late scratch on Sunday after initially being listed as probable and eventually being cleared to play. That came one game after he was a late scratch after not being listed on the injury report at all. Hopefully that doesn’t happen a third time, but if it does, Malik Beasley will continue to start after having 27 points and six three-pointers on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
This will be the second-straight game that Cunningham is initially listed as doubtful, and it will likely lead to a fifth-straight absence. Dennis Schroder will remain Detroit’s starting point guard until Cunningham returns and could take on an even larger role with Marcus Sasser serving a one-game suspension. Schroder has recorded a double-double in each of the Pistons’ last two games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
Sasser, Holland and Isaiah Stewart will all sit out Wednesday’s matchup with the Thunder, while Stewart will miss an additional game after getting slapped with a two-game suspension. Neither Sasser nor Holland has played meaningful minutes consistently this season, but their absences will allow guys like Simone Fontecchio and Lindy Waters III to log a little extra court time.
Source: Shams Charania on Twitter
DET • Center and Power Forward • #28
11 months ago
Stewart will miss Wednesday’s tilt with Oklahoma City and Friday’s matchup with Toronto. His next chance to return will be Saturday against the Grizzlies, and Paul Reed should fill in for him while he’s suspended.
Source: Shams Charania on Twitter
SAS • Center-Forward • #28
11 months ago
Bassey logged 10 minutes on Sunday in what was his return from a month-long absence. However, he’ll sit out the first leg of the Spurs’ back-to-back on Tuesday. Bismack Biyombo didn’t see any minutes on Sunday but should return to the rotation with Bassey sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center-Forward • #28
11 months ago
Sunday’s game was Bassey’s first since February 23, so he clearly wasn’t going to be asked to log many minutes. He played 10 minutes, but his return meant no room in the rotation for Bismack Biyombo, who picked up a DNP-CD. Following the game, Bassey said that he still wasn’t feeling right. “I just want to play with these guys, man,” Bassey said. “My family, my friends, people in my circle, know who I am as a person. They know I want to get back and play, even though I’m not feeling right.” Fantasy managers should not expect much from Bassey the rest of the way, especially with San Antonio’s four-game Week 22 starting with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back.
Source: Tom Orsborn
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #8
11 months ago
Hardaway has reached double figures in three straight and four of his last five outings. And with the veteran guard scoring 52 points in his last two outings, this qualifies as one of THJ’s most productive stretches of the season. While Hardaway has offered 12th-round value in nine-act formats over the past two weeks, Malik Beasley remains the superior choice for fantasy managers mining the Pistons roster for three-pointers.
DET • Center • #0
11 months ago
Duren recorded his 37th double-double of the season on Sunday and his 13th since the All-Star break. The Pistons’ center offers limited defensive value, which lowers his fantasy ceiling. Over the past two weeks, Duren has been an eighth-round player in nine-cat formats, one round worse than his season-long value. He’ll provide points, rebounds and a high field-goal percentage, but Duren will need to bring more to the table if he’s to become a top-75 caliber player in fantasy basketball.
DET • Guard • #5
11 months ago
A late addition to the starting lineup due to Tobias Harris (Achilles) being scratched, Beasley did what fantasy managers have come to expect from him. The veteran guard provided points and three-pointers with solid percentages and not much else. Over the past two weeks, Beasley has offered 11th-round value in nine-cat formats. Beasley is a deep-league option at best, whether he comes off the bench or is inserted into the starting lineup.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
Johnson’s improved play since the All-Star break has been a positive development for fantasy managers who kept the faith. He has provided ninth-round value in nine-cat formats since the break, averaging 15.4 points per game on 54.6 percent shooting from the field. However, with Johnson’s limited production outside of points and rebounds, this may not be sustainable for an entire season. Despite his post-break improvements, Johnson remains outside the top 200 in season-long value in eight- and nine-cat formats. However, this is something for fantasy managers to concern themselves with for draft season, not Week 22, in which the Spurs will play four games.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
11 months ago
The Spurs received little production from their starters on Sunday, with Vassell being the only one to score in double figures. He shot 50 percent from the field, continuing to improve his efficiency on the offensive end of the floor. Over the past two weeks, Vassell has offered third-round value in nine-cat formats and fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. With the Spurs playing four games during Week 22, Vassell managers are in a good spot, provided San Antonio doesn’t cut his playing time for draft lottery reasons.
DET • Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
A physical altercation broke out early in the second quarter of Sunday’s game after Holland’s foul on Timberwolves forward Naz Reid. Things had already gotten heated, with emotions boiling over in the form of an altercation that spilled into the stands. Holland finished with four points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal in seven minutes, while Sasser recorded three points, one rebound, two assists and one three-pointer in six minutes. The question heading into Week 22 is whether or not the league will suspend either player.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #28
11 months ago
Not long after being called for his 13th technical foul of the season, Stewart was ejected for his role in a fight that led to five players receiving their marching orders. Beef Stew played seven minutes, going scoreless with five rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot. His early exit means rotation minutes for Paul Reed, who may have deep-league value if the league suspends Stewart.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Harris’ status was announced nearly eight minutes after the game’s 7 p.m. ET tip-off, leaving fantasy managers without any recourse other than cursing their foul luck. Malik Beasley could join the starting five in Harris’ absence. This is the second-straight game where Harris has been ruled out in the last hour before tip. Managers should probably not trust him at this point until they see him actually suit up again.
Source: Coty Davis on Twitter
SAS • Center-Forward • #28
11 months ago
Sunday will be Bassey’s first appearance in a game since February 23. The time off will likely mean his minutes will be restricted, but Bismack Biyombo and Sando Mamukelashvili may lose out on playing time with Bassey available. There’s no need to add Bassey for Sunday, but he’s worth watching during the early portion of San Antonio’s four-game Week 22.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Harris and Schroder are good to go after being probable for Sunday’s game. They’ll both be in the starting lineup, with the latter filling in for the injured Cade Cunningham. Harris’s return after a one-game absence means Malik Beasley will head to the bench, where his value takes a slight hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Cunningham will miss a fourth-straight game with a left calf contusion. Dennis Schroder will continue to serve as the starting point guard, with Marcus Sasser picking up additional minutes off the bench. Schroder should be streamed in standard leagues, while Sasser is only worth a look in deeper formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
Johnson has woken up a bit with his play in March as the injury to De’Aaron Fox has opened up some more playing time. The 25-year-old small forward had 23 points on 12 shots including two made three-pointers. Johnson also pulled down six rebounds and dished out three assists in 34 minutes off the bench. He’s in the midst of a hot stretch to end the season and has reliable playing time for a bench player.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle had another game where he struggled with his field goal percentage, but ultimately scored over 20 points given the volume he’s being afforded now as a starter. The 20-year-old shooting guard also dished out eight assists. He remains in the conversation for the Rookie of the Year Award. San Antonio closes out the week with a matchup against the Warriors Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
11 months ago
Schroder has a right quad contusion, but the probable tag suggests he’ll be available. With Cade Cunningham doubtful for Sunday’s game, the Pistons will likely stick with a point guard rotation of Schroder and Marcus Sasser.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
While Bismack Biyombo is available for Saturday’s game, he’s been moved to the bench for matchup reasons. A more athletic defender, Sochan will start opposite Kristaps Porzingis, and the lineup change raises his fantasy ceiling. Biyombo can still offer rebounds and blocks as a reserve, but this is not a great matchup.
Source: NBA Lineups
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Harris was a late scratch Friday against the Cavaliers with an Achilles injury. The 32-year-old appears set to make it a one-game absence and return against the Timberwolves Sunday given his probable listing. Malik Beasley will head back to the bench with Harris back.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
While Cunningham is said to be day-to-day with a calf injury, his chances of playing Sunday against Minnesota are slim to none. With the 23-year-old point guard likely sidelined again, Dennis Schroder figures to start with Marcus Sasser playing an increased role off the bench.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #8
11 months ago
Hardaway Jr. caught fire in this one, hitting 10-of-18 shots from the floor and 7-of-11 from beyond the arc. The points represent a new season high, and the three-pointers tie his season-best mark. THJ led the Pistons in scoring and finished as one of seven Detroit players to score in double figures. His offense runs hot and cold, so don’t expect huge scoring performances like this from him every night.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #71
11 months ago
Schroder made his third straight start, filling in admirably for Cade Cunningham and helping to lead the shorthanded Pistons to a major upset victory. Schroder tallied his second double-double with Detroit and his first as a starter. Cunningham is day-to-day, and Schroder is worth streaming until he returns.
DET • Guard • #5
11 months ago
Already without Cade Cunningham, the Pistons announced a half-hour before tipoff that Tobias Harris (Achilles) will not play. Beasley moves into the starting lineup and should be streamed wherever he’s available.
Source: NBA Lineups
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Absent from the initial injury report, Harris has been scratched a half-hour before tipoff. With Cade Cunningham also out, the Pistons will be without two starters. Malik Beasley will take on a more prominent role within the rotation, whether he starts or comes off the bench. Simone Fontecchio may also play more, but Beasley is the player who should be targeted on waiver wires and in DFS lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Cunningham had already been ruled out for a third-straight game on Friday night, but this update does provide some optimism. Clearly, they’re not expecting this to be a long-term absence, and he could be back to play in Minnesota on Sunday or for Detroit’s upcoming three-game week. However, until he returns, Dennis Schroder and Marcus Sasser will fill out the point guard minutes.
Source: Pistons PR
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Cunningham had already been ruled out for a third-straight game on Friday night, but it’s a positive update after additional imaging didn’t reveal any structural damage. Clearly, the Pistons aren’t expecting this to be a long-term absence, and he could be back to play in Minnesota on Sunday or for Detroit’s upcoming three-game week. However, until he returns, Dennis Schroder and Marcus Sasser will fill out the point guard minutes.
Source: Pistons PR
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
11 months ago
Vassell has carried a large portion of the Spurs’ offense recently, with Thursday’s loss marking the fourth-straight game that he has finished with at least 20 points and three triples. March has been a phenomenal month for Vassell, and it gives Spurs fans plenty of optimism heading into next season despite their postseason chances being dashed by the injuries to Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox. Vassell’s numbers overall this season are down from last year, but March has been one of the best stretches of his young career.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
March has been kind to Johnson up until San Antonio’s last two games. However, he was able to get back on track on Thursday and record his third double-double of the season and his first since January. This was also the fourth time in their last seven games that he has swiped at least two steals. He averages 0.7 steals over the course of the season and isn’t known for contributing defensive stats often, but this has been an improved stretch. If he can keep this going into next year, he may be a valuable player in category formats.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Despite a subpar shooting night from Castle, he was still able to produce a strong stat line that nearly resulted in the first triple-double of his career. It ended up being the third double-double of his career, and he has scored at least 15 points in each of his last eight games, which is when he returned to the starting unit. Castle has had a phenomenal rookie season and seems to have a good chance to win Rookie of the Year. The Spurs will wrap up this week with a back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
This will be a third-straight absence for Cunningham, and since he was immediately ruled out, he could be out longer than we initially thought. Dennis Schroder should start at point guard again, but Marcus Sasser has averaged 23.5 points over Detroit’s last two games without Cade.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #8
11 months ago
Hardaway returned to the Pistons lineup on Tuesday after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Hornets. While he has reached double figures in six of his last eight appearances, the production has been “feast or famine” for those who have THJ rostered. Over the past three weeks, Hardaway’s production placed him just inside the top 300 in eight- and nine-cat formats. Malik Beasley, who has been a superior fantasy option despite coming off the bench most nights, finished Tuesday’s win with 13 points, three rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in 25 minutes.
DET • Center • #0
11 months ago
Now a double-digit scorer in four straight games, Duren matches his season-high with seven assists on Tuesday. The Pistons center has recently seen his fantasy value decrease, as he has provided 12th-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Dips in rebound and defensive production are responsible for that, with Duren averaging 8.9 rebounds and 0.7 blocks per game. Duren is ranked safely within the top 100 for the season, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 96.
DET • Point Guard • #25
11 months ago
The Pistons were again without Cade Cunningham, whose absence ensured Sasser of rotation minutes off the bench. The second-year guard made the most of his opportunity, recording a career-high point total with five three-pointers. Sasser scored 20 points or more in consecutive games for the second time in his career. Dennis Schroder (7/2/6) may remain the starter if Cunningham continues to miss time, but deep-league managers should not overlook Sasser in that scenario.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
11 months ago
Harris isn’t a prolific fantasy option, but the Pistons forward’s production has been reliable. He finished Tuesday’s rout with a complete stat line and has recorded three steals or more in two of his last three appearances. Over the past two weeks, Harris has been a sixth-round player in nine-cat formats, one round better than his season-long value. Unfortunately for those who have Tobias rostered, the Pistons don’t play again until Friday against the Cavaliers.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
While Castle’s fantasy value has not been great, the rookie has averaged 17.3 points per game since the All-Star break. If there has been a silver lining in the cloud that was the Spurs losing Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox, there’s been more room for Castle to operate. He’s reached double figures in seven straight games and provided 10th-round value in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. The Spurs will play three games during the final four days of Week 21, starting with the Cavaliers on Thursday.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
11 months ago
While it wasn’t enough to get the Spurs another victory, Vassell remains on an offensive tear. He’s scored 20 points or more in three straight and five of his last seven appearances, providing second-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. While the season-ending injuries for Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox weren’t good, the improved play of Vassell and Stephon Castle has been a positive for the Spurs during the post-break portion of the schedule.
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #8
11 months ago
Hardaway is back after a one-game absence. His return means Malik Beasley will head back to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a slight hit. However, Beasley has been productive enough to merit being rostered in some 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Cunningham will miss a second straight game with a left calf contusion. His absence means Dennis Schroder will take over the starting point guard job, with Marcus Sasser as his backup. While Sasser had one of his best games of the season in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans, Schroder remains the safer streaming option with Cunningham unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle will shake off a questionable tag and take the court against Detroit, where he’ll look to build on a string of stellar performances. Over his last six games as a starter, the rookie has averaged 20 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.8 dimes across 29.2 minutes.
Source: Spurs Reporter
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle has only missed one game during his rookie season, but there is a chance that he misses a second one against Detroit. He has been starting for San Antonio, so if he sits, Julian Champagnie will likely make a return to the starting lineup. Jeremy Sochan and Keldon Johnson would also likely be in line for extra minutes and shots.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Both Cade and THJ were out against New Orleans on Sunday, which allowed Dennis Schroder and Malik Beasley to enter the starting unit for that game. That will likely be the case again if Cunningham and Hardaway Jr. are sidelined against San Antonio. Marcus Sasser and Ron Holland also had spectacular games off the bench on Sunday and will certainly have some upside if Detroit is shorthanded once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle entered Sunday’s game having scored at least 17 points in five straight. That run ended in Toronto, and the overall stat line was meager compared to some of the rookie’s recent performances. While Castle has averaged 17.8 points per game over the past two weeks, the limited production in other categories has limited his fantasy ceiling. However, he’ll have every opportunity to play starters’ minutes for the rest of the season, making Castle worth the risk in most leagues.
SAS • Small Forward • #30
11 months ago
Champagnie snapped out of a three-game slump on Sunday, scoring 20 points after tallying 17 on 5-of-18 shooting in the three games prior. He’s ranked well outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, and that’s unlikely to change anytime soon. While the rotation minutes will be there for Champagnie, there’s no need to roster him in most leagues.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
11 months ago
Vassell has been on a tear compared to his production for most of this season. Over the past month, the Spurs wing has provided top-40 value in eight-cat formats and top-25 in nine-cat. Vassell has cleaned up the percentages, shooting 46.3 percent from the field and 87.5 percent from the foul line, and the scoring output has also improved. If the Spurs allow Vassell to play in all four Week 21 games, he has the potential to be a difference-maker for many fantasy managers.
DET • Point Guard • #25
11 months ago
Sasser wasn’t the choice to start once Cade Cunningham was scratched from the Pistons’ lineup, but that did not prevent the second-year guard from having one of his best games this season. The 20 points were two shy of Sasser’s season-high, and this was his first game in double figures since February 11. Dennis Schroder (16/1/5/2 with one three-pointer) received the starting nod and would be the superior streaming option if Cunningham is unavailable for Tuesday’s game against the Spurs.
SAS • Center • #15
11 months ago
Biyombo returns to the starting lineup after coming off the bench for the Spurs’ last two games. Jeremy Sochan returns to the bench but should still offer deep-league value. That’s the lone change to San Antonio’s starting five.
Source: NBA Lineups
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
11 months ago
The managers that held onto Vassell through his slump are reaping the rewards. In the month of March, Vassell has averaged 18.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.8 steals, 1.1 blocks and three three-pointers while shooting 46.4 percent from the floor and only turning the ball over once per game. That has him ranked in the top ten in nine-cat value this month. Wednesday’s win over the Knicks was a quieter performance for him, but he was able to bounce back well on Friday.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
Though he is known for being a poor option in category formats, Johnson was able to make an impact across the board on Friday. Over San Antonio’s last four games, Johnson has averaged two steals and one block per game. His season averages are 0.7 steals and 0.3 blocks, so managers shouldn’t expect the defensive production to continue. However, it has been a nice boost for the managers that have held onto him. He should continue to be a strong option for the rest of the season, though his game is typically catered for points leagues.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
Sochan has started the last two games for San Antonio as part of a smaller starting lineup, and that has led to two wins for the Spurs. Sochan has scored in double figure in six consecutive games, but his 23 points on Friday were a new season-high for him. Though the Spurs’ playoff hops went down the drain when Victor Wembanyama was ruled out for the rest of the season, they have won four of their last six games and sit just three games out of the postseason picture. Sochan should continue to produce at a high level as long as he is starting.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle shattered his previous career-high of eight assists and was also able to record the first point-assist double-double of his career. Castle has scored at least 15 points in five consecutive games since returning to the starting unit and has at least 20 points in three of those. He sacrificed a few buckets on Friday to take on the primary playmaking role. Castle continues to strengthen his case for Rookie of the Year and will continue to be a strong fantasy option for years to come.
SAS • Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
San Antonio decided to go small on Wednesday, with Sochan replacing Bismack Biyombo (four points and four rebounds in 10 minutes) in the starting lineup. While it did not work to slow Karl-Anthony Towns, who scored 31 points, the Spurs neutralized the other Knicks starters. Sochan has reached double figures in his last five outings, but he’s ranked well outside the top 200 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. However, he’ll have a higher ceiling if interim coach Mitch Johnson sticks with Sochan at the five.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Castle has scored 22 points or more in three of his last four outings, continuing to strengthen his case for Rookie of the Year. Over the past two weeks, the Spurs guard has averaged 19.4 points per game. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, limited production outside of points, rebounds and assists has limited Castle’s ceiling. However, the current situation in San Antonio makes him a player who must be rostered in standard leagues for the stretch run.