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CHI • Point Guard • #30
about 10 hours ago
Jones, who has scored 18 points or more in three of his last four games, only missed one shot from the field in Friday’s defeat. While the Bulls’ guard did not offer the assist production that fantasy managers have come to expect, the scoring output is a good way to end Week 20. Chicago’s three-game Week 21 includes a back-to-back, so there could be a night when Jones is in the lineup while Josh Giddey sits for injury management.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
about 10 hours ago
While the Bulls went 1-3 on their west coast road trip, a positive for the franchise was Buzelis’ play. The second-year forward fell two points shy of his fourth straight game with at least 20, but he did record his third double-double of the season. Since the All-Star break, Buzelis has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. The Bulls are done for Week 20, and they play three games in Week 21.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
about 10 hours ago
Giddey’s triple-double on Friday was the 29th of his NBA career, moving him into the top-20 on the all-time list. After recording six turnovers in Thursday’s loss to the Lakers, the Bulls’ guard was responsible for just two on Friday. Since the All-Star break, Giddey has been close to a first-round player in eight-cat formats. The concern for fantasy managers at this point is back-to-backs, with the Bulls having another during Week 21. A three-game week could become two for Giddey, which would be unfortunate.
GSW • Power Forward • #21
about 11 hours ago
Post only played 11 minutes on Friday, as he exited prematurely with a sprained left ankle. A potential absence for the second-year center would not have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, but the Warriors were already lacking depth in the post. Draymond Green (back) did not play on Friday, Al Horford (calf) exited after five minutes and Kristaps Porziņǵis is still under a minutes limit. The Warriors end Week 20 with a game against the Knicks on Sunday.
Source: Danny Emerman
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 11 hours ago
Porziņǵis remains under a minutes restriction, with the Warriors’ big man logging 20 minutes on Friday. However, he took advantage of those minutes, recording his first 20-point game since joining the team. Add in the fact that Porziņǵis recorded a complete stat line, and few, if any, fantasy managers will turn their noses up at this performance. The Warriors, who lost Al Horford (calf) and Quinten Post (ankle) during Friday’s defeat, finish their Week 20 with a game against the Knicks on Sunday.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
about 11 hours ago
After totaling 23 points on 8-of-18 shooting in his prior two appearances, Podziemski exceeded that number on Friday. Add in the rebounds and three-pointers, and this was a solid effort from the Warriors’ guard, even if he did not record any defensive stats. Since the All-Star break, Podziemski has provided sixth-round value in eight-cat formats. With Stephen Curry (knee) out for at least one more week, Podz is worth picking up if he’s on the waiver wire in 12-team leagues.
GSW • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
about 12 hours ago
Curry exited Friday’s game during the second quarter, and the Warriors announced at the beginning of the fourth that he won’t return due to a sore left adductor. Gary Payton II and Malevy Leons may pick up a few more minutes with Curry sidelined, but neither will be worth the streaming risk moving forward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Center • #42
about 13 hours ago
Horford played five minutes before exiting due to tightness in his right calf. The veteran center’s exit likely means more playing time for Quinten Post, especially with Draymond Green (back) out and Kristaps Porziņǵis under a minutes restriction.
Source: Danny Emerman
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #2
about 14 hours ago
Guerschon Yabusele is available after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Lakers, but he won’t be in the starting lineup. Richards receives the nod, which gives him a higher fantasy ceiling. The other four starters are unchanged, but Giddey’s playing time could decrease after logging 40 minutes on Thursday.
Source: NBA Lineups
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 14 hours ago
Melton is back after a one-game absence, which pushes Will Richard to the bench. The other change to the lineup is Porziņǵis, who steps in for Draymond Green. Green is out with a back injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 14 hours ago
Added to the injury report less than an hour before tipoff, Green is now out. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, and Will Richard may fill the void. De’Anthony Melton’s return to action could have bumped the rookie, but he may stay since Green is out.
Source: Golden State Warriors
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 15 hours ago
Green has been added to the Warriors’ injury report, which is not a good sign regarding his availability for Friday’s game. With Al Horford already starting, Will Richard could remain in the starting lineup if Green doesn’t play. If Green plays, Richard will likely head to the bench, since De’Anthony Melton is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
about 15 hours ago
Sexton will miss a third consecutive game with a leg injury. Rob Dillingham’s playing time has increased, but he offers limited fantasy upside with Josh Giddey and Tre Jones available.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 15 hours ago
Smith and Okoro were initially listed as doubtful, so the status downgrades were expected. The former’s absence coincides with Guerschon Yabusele’s return, so he can fill the resulting void in the starting lineup. Okoro’s absence means that Tre Jones should get another start.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
about 15 hours ago
Yabusele and Williams were initially listed as questionable for Friday’s game after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Lakers. Williams has missed six of the Bulls’ last seven games, so his playing time may be limited on Friday. As for Yabusele, a return to the starting lineup may be in the cards, as Jalen Smith (calf) is out.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Power Forward • #21
about 15 hours ago
Post, who did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, is back in the rotation for Friday’s game. However, he is not guaranteed to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball, so the second-year center can be left on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 15 hours ago
Melton is good to go after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls. His return will likely push Will Richard to the bench, where the rookie offers limited fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
about 20 hours ago
Chicago’s frontcourt rotation could be razor thin for the second leg of a back-to-back set, and Nick Richards figures to see a big uptick in minutes. Leonard Miller should earn some extra playing time, too.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
about 20 hours ago
Sexton has missed the Bulls’ last two games with a leg injury and is likely to miss a third. Rob Dillingham’s playing time has increased, but he’s struggled to take advantage of the opportunity on most nights due partly to a lingering wrist injury. However, Dillingham was productive in Thursday’s loss to the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
about 20 hours ago
Smith will likely get the night off due to right calf strain injury management, and Okoro will sit out another contest. With Guerschon Yabusele (foot) and Patrick Williams (ankle) listed as questionable, Nick Richards could see a huge boost in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Small Forward • #33
1 day ago
Miller logged 31 minutes on Thursday, which was enough to score in double figures for a second straight game and finish one rebound shy of back-to-back double-doubles. The third-year forward has seen his opportunities increase in his short tenure in Chicago following a midseason trade from Minnesota. So far, he’s showing potential to be a double-double threat if the minutes are high enough.
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
1 day ago
On the heels of a career-best 41-point outing against the Warriors, Buzelis finished Thursday’s contest as one of seven Bulls players to score in double figures; his four three-pointers led him to the second-highest scoring total on the team. Meanwhile, his four stocks on the defensive end were the most of any Chicago player on Thursday. Buzelis has been trending in the right direction for quite a while now and should remain one of the Bulls’ most relied upon players down the stretch of the season.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
1 day ago
The Bulls had a fine night on the offensive end, as they were carried by their do-it-all point guard. Giddey shot the ball with extreme confidence from beyond the arc and was masterful as a playmaker en route to his 23rd double-double of the season. He did commit six turnovers, but was otherwise very productive from a fantasy standpoint. He’s now tallied three straight double-doubles with a chance for a fourth consecutive on Friday against the Clippers.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
1 day ago
The Bulls won’t have Guerschon Yabusele for Thursday’s game, as he’s out with a sore left foot. As a result, they’re going smaller, with Jones returning to the starting lineup. This change also shifts Smith down a position, as he’ll serve as the starting center.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
1 day ago
Buzelis is good to go after initially being probable for Thursday’s game. He’ll once again take on a prominent role within the Bulls rotation, one game removed from dropping a career-high 41 points on the Warriors.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
1 day ago
Giddey was initially listed as probable, and he has now been cleared to suit up. He has recorded a triple-double in two straight games and in three of his last four appearances and will look to keep that going in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
1 day ago
Downgraded to doubtful on Thursday afternoon, Yabusele is officially out. His absence means more playing time for Nick Richards, who could move into the starting lineup. Richards is worth the streaming risk in deep leagues due to the double-double potential.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Power Forward • #44
1 day ago
Williams was downgraded to doubtful earlier in the day, and he has now officially been ruled out. This will be his sixth absence in Chicago’s last seven games, which means Nick Richards should continue to take on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
1 day ago
Okoro remains out for another game, which means Jalen Smith will get another start, raising his fantasy ceiling. Smith should be rostered in 12-team formats now that he’s healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
1 day ago
Smith was downgraded to questionable earlier in the day, but he will suit up against Los Angeles. He recorded a double-double in Tuesday’s win over the Warriors as a starter and will look to remain productive in a similar role in this outing.
Source: K.C. Johnson
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
1 day ago
Sexton will miss a second straight game with the same injury that caused him to exit early on Sunday. Rob Dillingham should continue to take on extra minutes off the bench, though he hasn’t produced much value in an extended role.
Source: K.C. Johnson
GSW • Power Forward • #21
1 day ago
Soreness in both feet sidelined Post for Monday’s loss to the Bulls. With Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņǵis available, Post is not likely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
2 days ago
Melton missed Tuesday’s game against Chicago and could remain sidelined against Minnesota. Will Richard started in place of Melton in his return from a four-game absence and would likely maintain that role if Melton misses another game, though his streaming upside will be limited.
Source: Tim Reynolds
GSW • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
2 days ago
Curry is available after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Bulls, which was the Warriors’ second game in as many days. He can provide three-point production off the bench, but Curry is not a player who has to be rostered in most leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
2 days ago
That means Moody will miss Friday’s home game against the Timberwolves, which will be his fifth missed game in a row, but could return at any point after that. As of now, his conditioning seems fine, but he is only shooting with his left hand, so we would assume he comes back near the tail end of the road trip, if at all. Moody was playing between 27 and 35 minutes per game before he got hurt, and while the Warriors may ease him back in, he should return to that role soon after his return. That means the current minutes and usage increase for Will Richard, Pat Spencer, and Gary Payton could be nearing an end.
Source: Danny Emerman
CHI • Power Forward • #44
2 days ago
Both players were downgraded to doubtful, which is never a good sign this close to tip-off. With Jalen Smith (calf) also downgraded to questionable, the Bulls could be really shorthanded in the front court. That would leave lots of minutes for Nick Richards and then the Bulls’ full complement of guards.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
2 days ago
Smith had been listed as probable, so a downgrade this close to game time is never a great sign. The Bulls have another game on Friday, so it seems likely that Smith will sit this one out, which will give Nick Richards a much larger role.
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #7
3 days ago
Smith played 34 minutes in Tuesday’s overtime win over the Warriors, recording a double-double despite shooting 3-of-13 from the field. The Bulls play on Thursday and Friday, so Smith may not be available for the second game of the back-to-back if he plays against the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
3 days ago
Sexton and Williams were held out of Tuesday’s win over the Warriors, resulting in more minutes for Rob Dillingham and Nick Richards. Chicago went with an eight-man rotation against Golden State, and they may have to do so again if Sexton and Williams can’t play.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHI • Center and Power Forward • #28
3 days ago
Yabusele is dealing with a sore left foot. While the production has tailed off recently, he has done enough to remain in the Bulls’ starting lineup. Isaac Okoro (knee) may be able to return; if so, he could fill the void if Yabusele can’t play, which pushes Jalen Smith to the five.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #35
3 days ago
While Okoro has not done enough to merit rostering in most fantasy leagues, he is a starter when healthy. Jalen Smith, who offers a higher fantasy ceiling, moved into the starting lineup with Okoro out for Tuesday’s win over the Warriors and played 34 minutes.
CHI • Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Power Forward, and Small Forward • #3
3 days ago
Giddey returned to the Bulls’ lineup on Tuesday after a one-game absence, logging 43 minutes in an overtime win over the Warriors. With the Bulls also playing on Friday, there’s a chance that Giddey gets a night off at some point. Tre Jones, who can still provide solid fantasy value when coming off the bench, is the player most impacted by Giddey’s availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Small Forward and Power Forward • #14
3 days ago
Buzelis was also probable ahead of Tuesday’s win over the Warriors, a game in which he dropped a career-high 41 points. Fantasy managers should set their lineups with the expectation that the second-year forward will play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 days ago
Though Curry has returned to on-court work, he will be re-evaluated in March 21 before deciding when he will return to the lineup. He has already missed 15 games, with the Warriors going 5-10 during that stretch, and he will miss at least five more. Gui Santos will continue to start in his place, with extra minutes and shots to go around for everyone.
Source: Shams Charania
GSW • Point Guard • #61
3 days ago
The Warriors received solid contributions from their bench on Tuesday, with Spencer and LJ Cryer (17/1/2 with three three-pointers) scoring 17 points apiece. The former also provided solid value in the assist category, with his six helpers being the most in a game for Spencer since February 25 against the Grizzlies (nine). More should be learned about Stephen Curry’s progress on Wednesday as he continues to recover from a knee injury. His availability affects the fantasy values of the entire perimeter rotation, including Spencer and Cryer.
GSW • Point Guard • #
3 days ago
Having hit double digits in rebounds in two of his last three appearances, Payton recorded his second double-double of the season on Tuesday. The few who have him on their fantasy rosters also received good value in the steals category. Payton is not a must-roster player, but his fantasy value increases on nights when the Warriors don’t have De’Anthony Melton, as was the case against the Bulls.
GSW • Center • #42
3 days ago
Back in the lineup after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Jazz, Horford played a season-high 34 minutes against the Bulls. While he shot the ball poorly, including a 2-of-8 night from inside the three-point line, the veteran center did finish with a complete stat line. The Warriors end Week 20 with games on Friday and Sunday, with the second being part of a back-to-back.
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
3 days ago
Tuesday was a reminder that Porziņǵis does not need to log heavy minutes to have an impact. He played 20 minutes against the Bulls, producing solid numbers in points, rebounds and blocked shots. The Warriors have two more games in Week 20, but the last, Sunday against the Knicks, is the first of a back-to-back. Given the recent health struggles, Porziņǵis isn’t guaranteed to be available for any game, but the remaining schedule may work in his favor for this week.
CHI • Point Guard • #30
3 days ago
Despite being moved to the bench for Tuesday’s game, Jones remained productive. The 22 points were the most he’s scored in a game since January 13, when he dropped 34 in a loss to the Rockets. Add in the rebounds and assists, and this was another good night for those who have Jones on their fantasy rosters. Even if he continues to come off the bench, Jones has been effective enough to merit rostering in 14-team leagues.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #
4 days ago
Richard and Horford are available after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Jazz, and they’re in the starting lineup. De’Anthony Melton and Quinten Post are not available, hence the two openings.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
4 days ago
Warriors coach Steve Kerr said that Melton would play in this game, which would be his first time playing both legs of a back-to-back this season after missing most of last season with a torn ACL. However, it won’t be the knee keeping him on the sidelines, but left adductor soreness. Expect Gary Payton II and Pat Spencer to take on extra minutes.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
4 days ago
Green was listed as questionable on the second night of this back-to-back, but he will be good to go. He has averaged 10.7 points and 8.0 assists over his last two games and will look to stay hot in this one.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Power Forward • #21
4 days ago
Dealing with bilateral foot soreness, Post will not be available for Tuesday’s game. His absence won’t significantly affect fantasy basketball, as Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņǵis are available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
4 days ago
Appearing in a game for the first time since December 4, Curry played 12 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Jazz. His absence alone does not affect fantasy basketball, but the Warriors will be down multiple rotation games against the Bulls.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
4 days ago
Golden State’s injury report is lengthy for the second leg of a back-to-back set, and Melton’s potential absence could free up extra playing time for Pat Spencer and Gary Payton II.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
4 days ago
Tuesday’s game will be the fourth that Moody has missed due to a sprained right wrist. Will Richard is off the injury report and is one of the players who will be asked to do more because the Warriors will be shorthanded in the second game of their back-to-back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
4 days ago
Fortunately, Kristaps Porziņģis (illness) is available, but Golden State’s frontcourt depth could be limited if Green or Post are ultimately ruled out. If that happens, Al Horford should pick up the slack, and Gary Payton II (probable) and Gui Santos could see some additional run as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Center • #42
4 days ago
Both players sat out Monday’s loss to the Jazz, but both will return for the second leg of Golden State’s back-to-back set. Horford’s role may be limited due to the availability of Kristaps Porziņģis.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
5 days ago
While Podziemski missed all four of his free-throw attempts, he shot 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. The rebounds, assists and steals also helped compensate for the poor shooting at the charity stripe, but Podz has made just 63.2 percent of his attempts since the All-Star break. He’ll look to clean that up moving forward, starting with Tuesday’s game against the Bulls.
GSW • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
5 days ago
Appearing in a game for the first time since December 4, Curry looked far from rusty in his 12 minutes. Shooting 2-of-3 from beyond the arc, the 12 points were two shy of his tally in his Warriors’ debut on December 2. Due to the lack of production in other categories and the minutes, Curry should not be rostered in fantasy leagues. The question is whether there’s enough time remaining in the season for the veteran guard’s minutes to hit an acceptable number for fantasy managers.