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DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
11 months ago
Murray has missed Denver’s last six games, last playing on March 26. Getting him back on Friday would be huge for the Nuggets, who still need a win to strengthen their position within the jam-packed Western Conference standings. If Murray plays, Jalen Pickett will return to the bench after starting Denver’s last two games.
Source: Vinny Benedetto
GSW • Point Guard • #30
11 months ago
Curry made the wrong kind of personal history on Sunday. The three points are the fewest he’s scored in a game in which he’s attempted at least 10 shots in his NBA career. The Rockets used multiple defenders on Curry throughout Sunday’s game, and they were able to shut him down. Houston’s success may be bad news for the Suns, who will host the Warriors on Tuesday. That’s the first of four games Golden State will play during the final week of the regular season.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
After scoring 54 points across his prior two appearances, Podziemski was not as prolific against the Rockets. That’s unsurprising, as Houston boasts one of the best defenses in the NBA. Podziemski still shot 50 percent from the field and made four three-pointers. Over the past two weeks, Podziemski has provided fourth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats and has meshed well within the Warriors’ starting lineup since the addition of Jimmy Butler.
GSW • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
After playing just two minutes in Friday’s win over the Nuggets, Payton was far more involved in the Warriors’ rotation on Sunday. He provided surprising offensive production, with 16 points being the most he’s scored in a game since March 17. Add in the rebounds, steals, and three-pointers; this was an excellent night to stream Payton. The Warriors play four games during Week 23, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.
GSW • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
After playing just two minutes in Friday’s win over the Nuggets, Payton was far more involved in the Warriors’ rotation on Sunday. He provided surprising offensive production, with 16 points being the most he’s scored in a game since March 17. Add in the rebounds, steals, and three-pointers and this was an excellent night to stream Payton. The Warriors play four games during Week 23, starting with the Suns on Tuesday.
GSW • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
11 months ago
With Stephen Curry having a historically poor night, Hield was one of the Warriors who attempted to shoulder some of the workload. The 20 points were the most he’s scored in a game since March 10, when he hit that number in a win over the Trail Blazers. Hield remained a player rostered in deep leagues, but his value has taken a significant hit from the All-Star break onward. Sunday’s performance was a welcomed one for those who kept the faith.
DEN • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
11 months ago
Westbrook was again used in a reserve role on Sunday, providing solid value off the bench. With Jamal Murray (hamstring) still out, the veteran point guard does have a slightly higher fantasy ceiling. Jalen Pickett received the starting nod on Sunday, and he finished with four points, one rebound and two assists in 24 minutes. Whether it’s Pickett or Peyton Watson (three points, one rebound and three blocks) who starts, Westbrook remains a player worth rostering while Murray is out.
DEN • Center • #15
11 months ago
Jokic was almost unstoppable during the first half of Sunday’s game, dropping 29 points, six rebounds and nine assists. The Pacers slowed him down somewhat after halftime, as the Joker accounted for 12 points, nine rebounds and four assists after the break. It is unknown when Jamal Murray will return from his hamstring injury, so Jokic will have to continue to dominate the Nuggets’ offense until his sidekick is available.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
Braun dropped a season-high 30 points on Sunday, and this was his first game with at least 20 since March 14. With the Nuggets in a tight battle for seeding in the Western Conference and Jamal Murray (hamstring) sidelined, they will need more production from Braun during the season’s final week. Despite the Nuggets coming up short on the scoreboard, Sunday showed what he’s capable of. Denver plays three games during Week 23, starting with the Kings on Wednesday.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #24
11 months ago
The Nuggets remain without Jamal Murray (hamstring), but it won’t be Peyton Watson or Russell Westbrook who replaces him in Sunday’s lineup. Pickett has received the nod in a change that gives him some fantasy relevance in deep leagues. Denver’s other four starters are unchanged.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
11 months ago
Murray will remain out on Sunday, and it’s unknown when he’ll be cleared to return. During his pregame availability, Nuggets coach Michael Malone said he hopes to have his starting point guard back in time for the playoffs. Fantasy managers whose leagues run through Week 23 may not be able to rely on Murray. Peyton Watson started Friday’s loss to the Warriors in Murray’s place, and the struggling Russell Westbrook also has a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: Vic Lombardi
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
11 months ago
Murray has missed Denver’s last four games with a hamstring injury. In Denver’s most recent game, a loss to Golden State on Friday, Peyton Watson started, with Nikola Jokic taking on even more playmaking responsibilities. Russell Westbrook is another possibility if Murray remains out, but the veteran point guard has struggled with his decision-making in recent games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
Butler has been one of the hottest players in the NBA over the past week from a steals perspective, recording three or more thefts in four straight appearances, including Friday’s season-high tally. Averaging 2.6 steals per game, Butler has provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. To say he’s fitting in well with his new teammates is an understatement; with Butler in the fold, the Warriors have looked like a threat to come out of the West this postseason.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Podziemski has scored at least 26 points in three of his last four appearances. Over his past two games, the Warriors guard has shot 12-of-18 from beyond the arc. Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green receive most of the attention, and rightfully so. However, Podziemski’s recent run should not be overlooked as the Warriors look to make a run at a championship. Fantasy-wise, he has been a top-20 player over the past week. He’ll look to continue this recent success on Sunday when the Warriors host the Rockets.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
11 months ago
Curry has been on a roll recently, scoring at least 36 points in each of his last three outings. The Warriors star hit at least three field goals in all four quarters, shooting well over 50 percent from the field on the night. According to Basketball Monster, Curry is ranked second in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past week. The Warriors have another big matchup to end Week 22, as they host the Rockets on Sunday.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
Braun has been consistently productive throughout the season, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (133) in eight- and nine-cat formats. Over the past two weeks, the third-year wing has been a top-50 player in fantasy basketball and has shown no signs of slowing down. After representing excellent value in drafts ahead of the 2024-25 season, it can be argued that Braun should be a top-75 pick next fall. The Nuggets finish Week 22 on Sunday against the Pacers.
DEN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #32
11 months ago
Gordon recorded eight assists for the second time in five games on Friday, finishing the Nuggets’ defeat with a solid stat line. Over the past two weeks, he has been a 10th-round player in eight-cat formats. On nights when the Nuggets are without Jamal Murray, there’s a little more room for Gordon to provide value as a playmaker, with Friday being a prime example. The Nuggets end Week 22 on Sunday against the Pacers.
DEN • Small Forward • #1
11 months ago
Porter has scored 20 points or more in three straight games for the first time since early February. However, despite the recent decrease in scoring, he has still provided top-50 value over the past month. Porter’s efficiency has been a factor, as he has shot 49.7 percent from the field and averaged 17.4 points per game. Based on his Yahoo! ADP (73), fantasy managers expected Porter to be a top-75 player, and that has been the case. He’ll look to end Week 22 on a high note when the Nuggets host the Pacers on Sunday.
DEN • Center • #15
11 months ago
Back in the Nuggets’ lineup after missing Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs, Jokic finished one assist shy of a triple-double. While the Warriors couldn’t do much with the three-time MVP when he shot the ball, they were able to force six turnovers. The last time Jokic tallied at least six turnovers before Friday was March 5, when he was responsible for seven in a win over the Kings. Fantasy managers know the Joker’s work by now, so there’s no reason to lose sleep over the high turnover count. Denver returns home for its final game of Week 22, Sunday, against the Pacers.
DEN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
Strawther is set to return after a month-long absence with a left knee sprain. While Jamal Murray is out with a hamstring injury, which opens up some minutes for the Nuggets, it’s unlikely that the team will push Strawther towards significant minutes in his first game back.
Source: Nuggets
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
The Nuggets are far deeper than they were in Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs, with Jamal Murray being the lone starter unavailable. Braun will occupy his usual place in the starting lineup after sitting out on Wednesday, and Watson will fill the void left by Murray. This raises his fantasy ceiling to where Watson can be streamed in deep leagues.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Center • #15
11 months ago
No surprise here as Jokic was listed as probable with an ankle injury. Jokic, Gordon and the rest of the Denver starters missed Wednesday’s game after playing a double overtime game against the Timberwolves the night before. Jokic and Gordon could have more playmaking opportunities with Jamal Murray (hamstring) sidelined Friday.
Source: Nuggets
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
11 months ago
Murray is out again after missing Wednesday’s game against the Spurs with a hamstring injury. In the 28-year-old point guard’s absence, Russell Westbrook, Jalen Pickett and Peyton Watson could ass see increased minutes and usage.
GSW • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
Payton II has missed about a week with a torn ligament in his left thumb. The 32-year-old shooting guard missed Thursday’s game against the Lakers, but has been upgraded to questionable Friday and the Warriors are hoping he’s able to return. Warriors coach Steve Kerr told reporters everyone on the injury report would be available against the Nuggets. Payton II offers minimal fantasy value when healthy.
Source: Brett Siegel
GSW • Point Guard • #30
11 months ago
Curry continues to deal with a pelvic contusion while Butler has a forearm injury. While both players are listed as questionable, which implies a legitimate chance to miss the game, Warriors coach Steve Kerr told reporters that everyone will be available against the Nuggets.
Source: Brett Siegel
GSW • Point Guard • #30
11 months ago
For just the fourth time this season, Curry shot double-digit free throws, and the Warriors are now 4-0 when he does. In fact, his 14 attempts were a new season-high and the most he has shot in a game since 2021. This performance came on the heels of him scoring 52 points with 12 triples in a win over Memphis, and while Curry didn’t replicate that type of production, his 37 points with only four threes was still impressive. This was only the 12th time in Steph’s career that he had at least 35 points while making four or fewer triples.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
Following a one-game absence with a pelvic contusion, Kuminga was back to playing his typical role as a scoring option off the bench for the Warriors. Since returning from a two-month absence, he has scored in double figures without reaching 20 points in nine of his 10 games, with the game where he exited after playing just seven minutes being the only exception. Having Kuminga contribute off the bench has been helpful for Golden State, and the encouraging aspect for dynasty managers is that he is still only 22 years old.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
11 months ago
Less than a week after setting a new career-high with seven three-pointers, Podziemski eclipsed that mark once again. He got off to a blazing hot start to this game and entered halftime with 22 points and six three-pointers, which included a buzzer-beater from halfcourt to enter the break. His second season in the league started off slow, but the 2023 first-round pick ranks inside the top 50 in nine-cat leagues over the past two weeks. He’s heating up at the right time for the Warriors and will be an intriguing option in fantasy drafts next season.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
Kuminga will be good to go after a one-game absence. He’ll occupy his typical role off the bench, which hasn’t resulted in much fantasy production for him. Buddy Hield and Gui Santos will lose out on some minutes, though neither was productive in an increased role on Tuesday.
Source: Anthony Slater
DEN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
Strawther has been sidelined for a month with a left knee sprain, but he could make his return to the lineup against Golden State. He will likely have his minutes limited, but it is good news for Denver to potentially get some depth back just before the postseason.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Small Forward • #1
11 months ago
Following a two-game absence, MPJ will be back in the lineup. Denver was without all five starters against San Antonio on Wednesday, but they should be back at full strength against Golden State, with only Jamal Murray listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
Braun and Gordon were among the many Nuggets that missed Wednesday’s game following the double overtime loss to the Timberwolves Tuesday. It appears both will be back in the starting lineup Friday against the Warriors given their probable listings.
DEN • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #27
11 months ago
Murray missed Wednesday’s game against the Spurs along with the rest of Denver’s starting five after taking a loss in the double overtime thriller against the Timberwolves on Tuesday. The 28-year-old point guard has a legitimate chance to miss Friday’s game given his questionable listing. Russell Westbrook, Jalen Pickett and Peyton Watson could pick up the slack if Murray is out.
DEN • Center • #15
11 months ago
Jokic missed Wednesday’s game after putting up an historic performance with a 61-point triple-double in the double overtime loss to the Timberwolves on Tuesday. The 30-year-old center is likely to return Friday against the Warriors given his probable listing.
GSW • Shooting Guard, Point Guard, and Small Forward • #0
11 months ago
Payton remains out for another game, but the Warriors’ guard is progressing in his recovery. The Warriors announced that he is now day-to-day moving forward. While this may not be enough to help fantasy managers, and GPII offered minimal value when healthy, getting him back in time for the postseason would benefit the Warriors.
Source: Golden State Warriors
DEN • Center • #6
11 months ago
Jordan returned to the Nuggets’ starting lineup for the first time since March 24. As expected, the veteran center provided excellent value in the rebound category, with the 17 caroms matching his season-high. Jordan only had four official shot attempts, as the Spurs resorted to sending him to the foul line instead of giving up layups and dunks. Moving forward, Jordan will only be worth rostering when Nikola Jokic is unavailable, as on Wednesday.
DEN • Power Forward • #5
11 months ago
Wednesday’s start was the second of Tyson’s career, as the Nuggets were without their entire starting five. He got his money’s worth by putting up 20 shots, but the second-year forward only made 35 percent of his attempts. There’s no need to read too much into Tyson’s performance; most of the Nuggets’ starters should be back for Friday’s game against the Warriors. He’s unlikely to be in the rotation when Aaron Gordon and Michael Porter Jr. are available.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #24
11 months ago
Pickett made his second career start on Wednesday, as the Nuggets’ entire starting five was out for the second game of the team’s back-to-back. The second-year guard recorded the best stat line of his NBA career, dropping a triple-double in 35 minutes on the court. There’s no need to add Pickett in the aftermath of this performance, as most of the players who sat out on Wednesday should be back for Friday’s game against the Warriors. But it was nice to see him take advantage of his opportunity.
DEN • Shooting Guard • #24
11 months ago
Pickett made his second career start on Wednesday, as the Nuggets’ entire starting five was out for the second game of the team’s back-to-back. The second-year guard recorded the best stat line of his NBA career, dropping a triple-double in 35 minutes on the court. There’s no need to add Pickett in the aftermath of this performance, as most of the players who sat out on Wednesday should be back for Friday’s game against the Warriors. But it was nice to see him take advantage of his opportunity.
DEN • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
11 months ago
With Denver’s entire starting five sidelined for Wednesday’s game, Westbrook was allowed to redeem himself as a starter after a brutal finish to Tuesday’s double-overtime loss to the Thunder. The final stat line was solid as the Nuggets guard notched his first 30-point game of the season. Finishing one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line, Westbrook’s lone issue on Wednesday was the four turnovers he committed. His fantasy value will decrease as soon as Denver’s starters return, which should be on Friday against the Warriors.
DEN • Power Forward • #22
11 months ago
The Nuggets have four new starters for Wednesday’s game, with Pickett being the lone holdover from the quintet that started Tuesday’s loss to the Timberwolves. Westbrook, Tyson, Nnaji and Jordan are all worth streaming, as is Pickett, due to Denver’s many absences.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Point Guard and Small Forward • #4
11 months ago
The Nuggets will play Wednesday without all five starters and key reserve Peyton Watson. Westbrook is one of the few rotation players who will be available, and he’s worth streaming everywhere, even with a likely high-turnover night on the way.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
11 months ago
Watson joins Denver’s starting five in being ruled out after Tuesday’s double overtime thriller against the Timberwolves. With the Nuggets short on options, Vlatko Cancar and PJ Hall figure to be apart of the rotation.
DEN • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #8
11 months ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Watson is not expected to be available. With Denver’s starting five already ruled out, the Nuggets will be short on available options. Vlatko Cancar and PJ Hall should enter the rotation after picking up DNP-CDs in Tuesday’s double-overtime loss to the Timberwolves.
Source: Bennett Durando
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
Kuminga did not play in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies, freeing up additional minutes for Gui Santos and Buddy Hield. However, neither player did enough to impact fantasy basketball in expanded roles. Neither Santos nor Hield is worth adding, especially with the Warriors’ starting lineup at full strength.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
All five of the Nuggets’ starters, including Braun, will sit out Wednesday’s game. Fantasy managers should expect to see plenty of Russell Westbrook, who should be motivated to redeem himself after a poor ending to Tuesday’s double overtime loss to the Timberwolves.
Source: Katy Winge
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
11 months ago
Green finished Tuesday’s victory with his first triple-double of the season and was vital during the fourth quarter. The Warriors forward tallied six rebounds and four assists, combining with Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler to help pull the team over the finish line. Over the past two weeks, Green has provided fifth-round value in eight-cat formats despite shooting 39.3 percent from the field. Steve Kerr’s decision to go with Green as his starting center came at a good time for fantasy managers looking to win a championship, as this change has raised Draymond’s ceiling.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
11 months ago
While Stephen Curry’s 52/10/8/5/1 night grabbed the headlines, the backup he received from Butler is one reason the Warriors left Memphis with the victory. The 35-year-old forward made all 12 free throws he attempted and provided excellent value in points, rebounds, assists, steals and percentages. The Warriors are now 19-4 with Butler on the court since he was acquired from the Heat in early February. He’s given his new team a needed boost, which can also be said for fantasy managers who stuck with Butler throughout his poor start to the season in Miami.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
11 months ago
Curry produced a masterclass in Memphis, making history on multiple fronts. He scored 32 points and hit eight three-pointers in the first half. He has the most halves of at least eight three-pointers in NBA history with six, and his 22 30-point halves are tied for third all-time with LeBron James. By the game’s end, Curry had 12 three-pointers and an elite double-double. He’s made 12 three-pointers in a game four times, with Tuesday’s effort breaking a tie with former teammate Klay Thompson for the most in league history. And Curry has made at least 10 three-pointers in a game 27 times. He’ll look to stay hot on Thursday when the Warriors visit the Lakers.
Source: NBA
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
11 months ago
Kuminga has been downgraded from questionable to out, leaving the Warriors down a rotation player on the wing. Buddy Hield and Gui Santos should play additional minutes off the bench. Neither has been particularly impressive this season from a fantasy standpoint, so neither should be viewed as a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
12 months ago
After taking a hard fall on Sunday, Kuminga was initially ruled out with an ankle injury. The Warriors are now calling it a pelvic contusion. There is a chance that he returns to the lineup to take on Memphis with a chance to move into fifth place in the West on the line. If not, Buddy Hield and Gui Santos will take on extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
Butler did not provide much scoring on Sunday, but category league managers received excellent value in the assist and steals categories. He’s dished out eight assists or more on five occasions since joining the Warriors, so the production in that category was unsurprising. However, the four steals matched his season-high, with Butler hitting that number for the first time since February 10. Over the past two weeks, Butler has provided fifth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
12 months ago
Curry didn’t do much on Sunday, which was bad news for fantasy managers counting on an elite performance to close out Week 21. However, the Warriors did not need much from their superstar, as the team scored 148 points and shot nearly 58 percent from the field. For Curry managers who have a championship to compete for in Week 22, the Warriors play four games. Hopefully, he can rebound from Sunday’s pedestrian performance.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
12 months ago
Moody has reached double figures just twice in his last seven games, scoring 20 points on both occasions. While Sunday was a good night for him, the recent dip in production has negatively impacted Moody’s fantasy value. Over the past two weeks, he’s ranked just inside the top 150 in nine-cat formats and just inside that threshold in eight-cat. Moody is only rostered in 14 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that’s unlikely to change heading into Week 22, even with Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) exiting Sunday’s win during the first half. Kuminga played seven minutes, finishing with four points and one rebound.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
12 months ago
Podziemski and the Warriors put on an offensive clinic in San Antonio, scoring 148 points on 57.7 percent shooting from the field. The second-year guard led the way, with the 27 points being the most he’s scored in a game since February 5. A double-digit scorer in six straight and eight of his last nine appearances, Podziemski has provided sixth-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. And the lone game in which he did not reach double figures was one he exited after less than a minute with a back injury that sidelined him for nearly two weeks. Golden State plays four games during Week 22, starting with the Grizzlies on Tuesday.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
12 months ago
Kuminga, who took a hard fall during the second quarter of Sunday’s game, will not return due to a sore right ankle. He logged six minutes, finishing with four points and one rebound. Kuminga’s absence frees additional minutes for fellow reserves Buddy Hield and Gui Santos. Neither player has been a consistently impactful fantasy option this season, but Hield offers a safer floor.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
12 months ago
Kuminga has appeared in eight straight games after missing two months, so this latest injury is certainly a concern. The Warriors are up 68-44 at halftime, so it wouldn’t be surprising if Golden State held Kuminga out for the rest of the game for precautionary reasons. Gui Santos could pick up a few extra minutes in his absence.
Source: NBC Warriors
GSW • Point Guard • #30
12 months ago
Curry was given a probable tag on Saturday, so his availability on Sunday isn’t a surprise. Expect him to handle his usual workload as the Dubs play their fourth-straight road game.
Source: Sam Gordon
GSW • Point Guard • #30
12 months ago
Curry returned from a two-game absence to score 23 points with five made three-pointers against the Pelicans Friday. The 37-year-old point guard is likely to suit up Sunday given his probable listing. Fantasy managers can insert him into lineups as usual.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
12 months ago
Butler stunk it up against the Heat as the Warriors lost their second straight game. Fortunately for Golden State fans and fantasy managers alike, Butler got back on track with a strong statistical showing. He’ll look to keep the positive momentum going on Sunday against the Spurs.