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WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Tristan Vukčević (illness) is out on Wednesday against Cleveland, so Anthony Gill could see big minutes. Assuming he’s healthy, Vukčević has a clear path to meaningful minutes post All-Star break, and he could be a “silly season” hero down the stretch.
Source: Shams Charania
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham remained hot to help Detroit win a third straight game to enter the All-Star break. He was able to match his season high for three-pointers while also shooting efficiently from the floor. Cunningham’s excellent season has Detroit atop the Eastern conference entering the break, and he’ll continue to be elite in fantasy basketball for the rest of the season.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Reed got the starting nod with both Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart suspended for this game. He made an immediate impact on this game, contributing 16 points and three stocks in the first quarter without missing a shot in just the first quarter. He cooled off as the game progressed, but he was still incredibly productive. Stewart has six games left on his suspension, while Duren will only be sidelined for one more, which will be on Feb. 19 against the Knicks. Reed should get one more start and then play an increased role off the bench until Stewart returns.
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Back in action for the first time since January 29, Johnson was limited to 18 minutes on Wednesday. While other Wizards have seen their playing time limited recently, one would assume that Johnson will play more after the All-Star break. That alone gives him “silly season standout” potential. A sneaky option who doesn’t need to be stashed is Jaden Hardy, who played 18 minutes in his Wizards debut and finished with 11 points, one rebound, one assist, and three three-pointers.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly is one of the Wizards players fantasy managers will be watching his minutes as much, if not more, than his stat lines for the rest of the season. He shot the ball reasonably well against the Cavaliers, but was limited to 24 minutes. Justin Champagnie (12/4/2/2 with two three-pointers) came off the bench on Wednesday and also played 24 minutes. Coulibaly is most valuable to managers who need defensive production, but that doesn’t do them much good if his minutes are being cut for draft lottery reasons.
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
While George led the Wizards in scoring on Wednesday, he only played 24 minutes. And that may be the frustrating aspect of rostering him in fantasy leagues for the rest of this season. He doesn’t need much time to put up solid numbers, but the second-year wing has not exceeded 27 minutes in any of his last five appearances. Will Riley (4/4/2) shot a frigid 1-of-12 from the field but played 29 minutes. That may be the norm after the All-Star break.
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukčević popped up on the injury report Wednesday morning with an illness and was ruled out early in the afternoon. With the 22-year-old forward out and Alex Sarr (hamstring) questionable, Anthony Gill could be in line for a spot start at the center position.
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill was initially listed as questionable with a hand injury, but has since been ruled in for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. With Tristan Vukčević (illness) already ruled out and Alex Sarr (hamstring) now questionable, the 33-year-old power forward could be in line for a spot start.
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr popped up on the injury report as questionable with a hamstring injury for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. With Tristan Vukčević (illness) already ruled out, the Wizards can’t afford for Sarr to miss this game. Anthony Gill would likely be in line for a spot start if that’s the case.
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukcevic popped up on the injury report as questionable with an illness Wednesday morning. The 22-year-old power forward played 20 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Alex Sarr figures to play more minutes if Vukcevic is ruled out against the Cavaliers.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren was suspended two games for initiating the altercation and fighting, according to a release from the NBA. The 22-year-old center started the altercation with the Hornets by shoving Moussa Diabate in the face with his open hand. Duren will begin serving his suspension Wednesday against the Raptors. He’ll still be able to participate in the All-Star despite his suspension.
Source: NBA PR
DET • Center and Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Stewart, who was levied with the longest suspension stemming from the altercation between the Pistons and Hornets, was suspended for leaving the bench area, aggressively entering an on-court altercation and fighting, according to a release from the NBA. The 24-year-old power forward’s repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts was also a factor in the length of his suspension. He’ll begin serving his suspension Wednesday against the Raptors. With Jalen Duren also suspended, Paul Reed will move into the starting lineup and is a must-stream option against Toronto.
Source: NBA PR
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly was initially listed as questionable with right heel soreness. The 21-year-old shooting guard has since been cleared to play Wednesday against the Cavaliers. Coulibaly left Sunday’s loss to the Heat with an eye injury after taking a shot to the face, but appears to have suffered no lasting effects from the incident.
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George was initially listed as questionable with an ankle injury, but is available for Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. The 22-year-old small forward sprained his ankle in the third quarter Sunday’s game against the Heat and didn’t return, but is good to go for Wednesday.
WAS • • #
about 1 month ago
Richmond is in his first season of professional basketball after playing at Syracuse, Seton Hall and St. John’s in college. The 24-year-old point guard went undrafted, but caught on with the Wizards on a two-way contract. In 23 games (15 starts) in the G-League, he is averaging 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, while shooting 45.7 percent from the field. Richmond could see rotation minutes with the Wizards, but isn’t worth rostering in fantasy leagues just yet.
Source: Wizards
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Holland will miss a second consecutive game for personal reasons. His absence led to increased playing time for Caris LeVert and Kevin Huerter in Monday’s win over the Hornets, but neither is in a position to be relied on for solid streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill was held out of Sunday’s loss to the Heat, as he suffered a sprained hand the day prior. If the veteran forward/center can play, don’t be surprised if the Wizards cut starting center Alex Sarr’s playing time, as they did in Thursday’s win over the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George exited Sunday’s loss to the Heat during the third quarter and did not return. If he’s unable to play against the Cavaliers, rookie Jamir Watkons would likely move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly took a shot to the face during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Heat, but that isn’t the reason for his appearance on the injury report. The Wizards’ wing is dealing with a sore right heel, so he’s questionable. If Coulibaly can’t play on Wednesday, Will Riley would benefit the most in terms of playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Hardy will be available to potentially make his Wizards’ debut on Wednesday. While he may not be in a position to impact fantasy basketball, Hardy is someone whose playing time may increase after the All-Star break if Washington looks to limit Kyshawn George’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Out since January 29, Johnson will be available for the Wizards’ final game before the All-Star break. While a minutes restriction may be in the cards for the rookie on Wednesday, he should be safe from his minutes being limited after the All-Star break. Johnson is someone who should be rostered ahead of the silly season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Typically, Robinson’s impact comes from behind the three-point line. However, that wasn’t the case in this game. He only took three triples, but he made all seven of his attempts from inside the arc, which was enough to help end Charlotte’s winning streak. This was Robinson’s fourth game with at least 15 points over Detroit’s last six, and he’ll look to stay hot in Toronto on Wednesday.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham didn’t do much in Friday’s win over the Knicks, though that was mostly due to the lopsided score, which limited his minutes. However, he was able to respond with a strong performance to help end the Hornets’ winning streak. Cunningham’s 33 points were the most he has scored in a game since November. He’ll look to stay hot in Detroit’s final game before the All-Star break in Toronto on Wednesday.
DET • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Reed was able to play a larger role for a second straight game. The first was because Jalen Duren (knee) was sidelined. For this one, it was because both Duren and Isaiah Stewart were ejected for their involvement in a brawl. Managers should expect both Duren and Stewart to face suspensions, and Stewart’s could be lengthy. Reed is rostered in just one percent of Yahoo! leagues, and he should be worth streaming against the Raptors on Wednesday.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Expect some suspensions to be handed out. The brawl started with Duren and Moussa Diabate getting tangled up, and every time it seemed like cooler heads would prevail, things escalated again. Diabate and Miles Bridges were also ejected. This leaves Detroit shorthanded down low. With Tolu Smith in the G League, Paul Reed should fill the center minutes for the remainder of this game.
Source: Keith Langlois
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren will be back after a one-game absence, which isn’t surprising since he was initially listed as probable. Isaiah Stewart moved into the starting lineup in his place but will return to playing a reserve role with Duren back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Holland will be away from the Pistons for personal reasons, and it’s unknown how long that will be the case. His absence will not have a significant effect on fantasy basketball, but it may lead to more minutes for Daniss Jenkins and Kevin Huerter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren was not available for Friday’s demolition of the Knicks, as he exited Thursday’s loss to the Wizards with a sore right knee. He’s on track to return in Charlotte, which would push Isaiah Stewart to the bench since Tobias Harris is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Champagnie has reached double figures in each of his last three appearances. While the playing time, 25 minutes on Sunday, wasn’t the best, he remains in the starting lineup. For that reason, Champagnie is worth the risk for managers seeking players with “silly season standout” potential. The Wizards only play one of their four Week 17 games before the All-Star break, on Wednesday against the Cavaliers, so there won’t be much to be gained from grabbing Champagnie off the waiver wire on Monday.
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr struggled with foul trouble in Sunday’s blowout loss, but that didn’t keep him from recording his 12th double-double of the season. The 7-footer still logged 26 minutes against the Heat, an encouraging sign after he played 18 in Thursday’s win over the Pistons. The Wizards will play four games in Week 17, with three scheduled for after the All-Star break.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly took a shot to the face from Heat guard Kasparas Jakučionis with 5:36 remaining in the fourth quarter and did not return. The third-year wing finished with seven points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and one three-pointer. Will Riley (nine points, one rebound, one steal, one block and one three-pointer) was limited to 21 minutes, an understandable development since he played 45 on Saturday. If Coulibaly misses time, Riley is the most likely beneficiary.
Source: Bijan Todd
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George sprained his left ankle while playing defense during the third quarter of Sunday’s game. The second-year wing limped to the locker room immediately after being subbed out, and he will not return to the game. George finished with 13 points, two rebounds, three assists, one block and three three-pointers in 19 minutes. Jamir Watkins, who started Saturday’s loss to the Nets, will likely see his playing time increase if George misses additional games.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • Power Forward and Center • #3
about 1 month ago
Two days after NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Davis was unlikely to play again this season, Dawkins said that he anticipates the forward/center returning at some point. In the short term, Davis will return to Dallas to work with his medical team as he recovers from ligament damage in his left hand. Dawkins also noted that the 4-to-6 week timeline provided in mid-January is closer to 6-to-10 weeks. If Davis were to play this season, the timeline suggests he won’t be available until sometime in March.
Source: David Aldridge
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
Vukčević was in the starting lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Nets, but he only played 20 minutes. With Alex Sarr (ankle) also available, Vukčević may play even less. However, Sarr only played 18 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Pistons.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Sarr is good to go after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. He’ll be back in the starting lineup, with Tristan Vukčević heading to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
George is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. As a result of his return, Jamir Watkins will return to the bench, with his already-low streaming value taking a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Coulibaly is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Nets. As a result of his return, Will Riley will likely head to the bench. However, the rookie is worth holding onto, as he should still play plenty.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Power Forward • #16
about 1 month ago
Gill will sit out Sunday’s game with a right hand contusion, leaving the Wizards down a frontcourt option off the bench. If Alex Sarr (ankle) and Tristan Vukčević (knee) can play, the Wizards should be fine in terms of their frontcourt depth.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game will be the sixth that Johnson has missed since spraining his left ankle during a January 29 win over the Bucks. Bub Carrington has been the replacement in the starting lineup and should retain that role until the rookie is cleared to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
about 1 month ago
With Alex Sarr (ankle) unavailable, Vukčević started Saturday’s loss to the Nets. However, he only played 20 minutes, with veteran Anthony Gill (hand) logging 28 off the bench. If Sarr, who’s also listed as questionable, plays, there isn’t much to be gained from rostering Vukčević in fantasy leagues, even on a four-game day.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Russell has yet to join the Wizards since being sent to the nation’s capital as part of the Anthony Davis trade. And it’s fair to wonder if the veteran guard is a buyout candidate, given the number of young perimeter players on the roster. There’s no need to roster Russell in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Hardy’s Wizards debut will have to wait for at least one more game. Given his role in Dallas, fantasy managers should hold off on adding the fourth-year guard until it’s made clear that there’s a place for him within the Wizards’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham landed in early foul trouble, but it didn’t matter as the Pistons grabbed control of Friday’s game during the second quarter and never looked back. While fantasy managers will be disappointed that he only played 22 minutes, the Pistons will be pleased that their All-Star guard got some additional rest. The Pistons are done for Week 16 and return to action on Monday against the Hornets.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, Harris knocked down both of his three-point attempts and shot 3-of-6 from the field in the first half. The Pistons continued to roll after halftime, blowing out the Knicks for the second time this season. At this point in his career, fantasy managers know what they’re going to get from Harris. Detroit’s depth has lowered the veteran forward’s ceiling, but he’ll be consistent in his role.
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
As was the case in the first meeting between the two teams on January 5, Jenkins provided the Pistons with solid contributions off the bench in Friday’s blowout of the Knicks. Active for the 50th game this season, the second-year guard’s 18 points matched his tally in a February 1 win over the Nets. It was reported before Friday’s game that the Pistons are converting Jenkins to a standard contract, and with good reason. While he may not be a significant factor in redraft leagues, the guard is worth stashing in deeper dynasty leagues.
DET • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #55
about 1 month ago
Harris is back in the lineup after missing Thursday’s loss to the Wizards with a hip injury. However, the Pistons don’t have Jalen Duren, so Stewart shifts into the starting center role. Also, Robinson is good to go after being listed as questionable with a left quad contusion.
Source: Omari Sankofa
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris is back after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Wizards. With Jalen Duren (knee) out, the Pistons can slide Isaiah Stewart to the center position to make room for Harris in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren won’t play after leaving Thursday’s loss to the Wizards during the second quarter and not returning. With Tobias Harris (hip) available, the Pistons can slide Isaiah Stewart into the starting center spot for Friday’s showdown.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Jenkins was running up on his 50-game limit as a two-way contract player, so the Pistons needed to get something done. Friday’s game against the Knicks is the 50th that he has been active for this season. The expectation is that Jenkins’ contract will be finalized in time for Monday’s game against the Hornets.
Source: Omari Sankofa
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren left Thursday’s loss to the Wizards early due to right knee soreness, and he’s in danger of sitting out the second leg of the Pistons’ back-to-back set. If Duren is out, Isaiah Stewart could remain in the starting five after starting in place Tobias Harris on Thursday. Harris (hip) is expected to take the court, and he and Stewart could hold things down in the frontcourt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
The veteran sat out Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, but he’ll be back for the second leg of the Pistons’ back-to-back set. Fantasy managers should expect him to handle his typical workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Huerter made his Pistons’ debut on Thursday, but he wasn’t on the floor long. He played six minutes during the first half and did not see the floor again. Adding Huerter gives the Pistons another shooter to work into the rotation, but this may be a case where he proves more critical to his new team than to fantasy managers. Which isn’t much of a change from his time in Chicago.
DET • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
With Jalen Duren not returning for the second half of Thursday’s game due to a sore right knee, Holland joined the starters to begin the third quarter. The second-year wing recorded his first double-double and three “stocks” in what was a productive night. Detroit was also without Tobias Harris for Thursday’s game; how this performance affects Holland’s fantasy prospects moving forward depends on Harris and Duren’s availability.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
It’s fair to question if Friday’s showdown with the Knicks was on the Pistons’ minds, as they started slowly in a game the Wizards would lead wire-to-wire. Cunningham did his best to lead Detroit back, scoring a game-high 30 points. Finishing two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, Cunningham will look to get the Pistons back on track Friday night.
DET • Center • #0
about 1 month ago
Duren looked like a shell of himself in the 13 first-half minutes he played, and with good reason. The first-time All-Star has since been ruled out for the rest of the night with a sore right knee, finishing with four points and three rebounds. Ron Holland replaced Duren in the lineup to begin the second half.
Source: Coty Davis
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris’ sore left hip will keep him out of Thursday’s game, with a home matchup against the Knicks looming on Friday. Isaiah Stewart will move into the starting lineup, joining Cade Cunningham, Duncan Robinson, Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Thursday’s game, Cunningham is good to go. He’ll take on his usual role as the Pistons’ starting point guard. And with this matchup in particular, Cunningham managers must ensure that he’s in their active lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Point Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
This is not an injury designation. Jenkins has played 49 games for the Pistons so far this season, and players on two-way contracts are limited to 50 games played during the regular season. The Pistons are likely holding Jenkins out to preserve his eligibility while working on signing him to a standard contract. Once the trade deadline is finished, we should have a better idea of how the Pistons will be able to convert his contract.
DET • Power Forward and Small Forward • #12
about 1 month ago
Harris is dealing with left hip soreness and finds himself listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Wizards. The Pistons also take on the Knicks on Friday on the second game of a back-to-back. It’s at least possible the Pistons hold Harris out Thursday, saving him for the more important matchup. Isaiah Stewart or Ron Holland II could move into the starting lineup if Harris is ultimately ruled out.
DET • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Cunningham is on the injury report again, this time for right wrist injury management reasons. The 24-year-old point guard is coming off a 29-point, 11-assist performance in Tuesday’s win over the Nuggets. It sounds like Cunningham still has a chance to play, but if he’s ruled out Daniss Jenkins could move into the starting lineup and would be worth streaming.