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LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal will sit out Tuesday’s game for knee injury management reasons after playing 20 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Heat. Fantasy managers should expect Beal to remain limited for the foreseeable future. While Bogdan Bogdanović was the starter the last time Beal missed action, neither he nor Nicolas Batum was productive enough to merit being streamed. Kris Dunn is the superior choice despite being limited as a scorer.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
So much for Leonard’s proclamation after Friday’s win over the Pelicans that he was not restricted in any way. He’ll sit out Tuesday’s game against the reigning champs, the Clippers’ second game in as many nights. John Collins is a potential replacement in the starting lineup; he’ll have increased fantasy value even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
This is a new injury for Butler, and his inclusion on the injury report so late in the day doesn’t bode well for his chances of taking the court against Phoenix. If Butler is sidelined, expect more work for the likes of Moses Moody, Brandin Podziemski and Buddy Hield, with Steph Curry shouldering more responsibilities as a scorer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Center • #40
3 months ago
Zubac was neutralized as a scorer on Monday, which is unsurprising since he was matched up with Bam Adebayo for most of the night. However, the Clippers center was elite on the glass, grabbing a season-high 18 rebounds, and the assist tally was also solid. Through six games, Zubac is ranked just outside the top-75 in nine-cat formats, three rounds behind his Yahoo! ADP of 41. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s played 34 and 33 minutes in the last two games. If he can continue to play 30-plus minutes per night, especially with Brook Lopez’s minimal impact, Zubac’s fantasy ceiling will be raised.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
For the second time in as many games, Leonard had the opportunity to play the role of hero in the final seconds on Monday. Unfortunately for him and the Clippers, Leonard’s jump from just inside the three-point line fell short. The defeat ended an 11-year personal win streak for Kawhi against the Heat, but that won’t concern fantasy managers. What will concern them is Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue saying after the loss that he wasn’t sure if Leonard or Bradley Beal (12/1/2/1 with two three-pointers) would be available for Tuesday’s game against the Thunder. Leonard said after Friday’s win over the Thunder that he isn’t under any restrictions and will play both games of the back-to-back. Don’t be surprised if his name shows up on the injury report.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
3 months ago
Harden and the Clippers fought back down the stretch but fell one point short. While the final stat line was good, with Harden making some key shots in crunch time, he was also responsible for six turnovers. As a team, the Clippers committed 16 turnovers in the second half, continuing a problematic trend of being loose with the ball. However, despite Monday’s defeat, Harden remains an excellent player to have rostered in fantasy leagues, even with the turnover issues.
GSW • Center • #42
3 months ago
Horford isn’t playing back-to-backs this season, so he’ll sit out the first leg of this, which means he should be available against the Kings on Wednesday. Quinten Post should fill out extra minutes off the bench as the backup center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Center • #
3 months ago
Niederhauser will be available Monday after missing Friday’s win over the Pelicans with a sprained ankle. His availability will not impact fantasy basketball, with Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez being the first two centers in the rotation.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
3 months ago
Podziemski made his fourth start of the season on Saturday, replacing Quentin Post in the lineup while Draymond Green shifted to the five. The third-year guard was solid, shooting 60 percent from the field and recording a complete stat line. Rostered in 38 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Podziemski provides top-100 value in nine-cat formats while averaging 29.7 minutes per game. He may not always start, but the role remains prominent. As for Post, he played 13 minutes against the Pacers, finishing with nine points, three rebounds and one three-pointer. There’s no need to roster him in redraft leagues.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
Butler continues to exceed his Yahoo! ADP, providing top-30 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. His stat line on Saturday included five defensive contributions, the most in a game for him this season. Butler’s current numbers are unquestionably sustainable, with the concern being his availability. Butler has not appeared in 65 or more games in a season since 2018-19. The Warriors will play four games during Week 3, starting with Phoenix on Tuesday.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Curry may have led the Warriors in scoring, but this was a subpar night for the future Hall of Fame guard. In addition to the low field-goal percentage, he committed five turnovers and shot 4-of-16 from beyond the arc. However, even with this poor showing, Curry is providing top-10 value in eight-cat formats and top-15 in nine-cat. The Warriors play four games during Week 3, starting with the Suns on Tuesday, and it would be unsurprising if Curry bounced back in a big way.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
3 months ago
The Warriors are starting Saturday’s game with a smaller lineup, with Podziemski replacing center Quinten Post. This raises the former’s fantasy ceiling, and it also means that Kuminga and Green will shift down a position. Post’s playing time will decrease with the lineup change.
Source: Golden State Warriors
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal was back in the Clippers’ starting lineup on Friday after missing two games with a back injury. However, he remains under a minutes restriction, as the veteran guard is also returning from offseason knee surgery. Beal did not provide much value in his first game back, and reserve Kris Dunn (six points and three steals) played 23 minutes off the bench. While Beal’s status as a starter may convince some to hold onto him, his being rostered in 79 percent of Yahoo! leagues feels a bit high right now.
LAC • Center • #40
3 months ago
Zubac recorded his second double-double in as many games on Friday, but the playing time is more notable. He played 34 minutes against the Pelicans, with backup Brook Lopez (3/3/0/1/1) logging 14 off the bench. Zubac averaged over 32 minutes per game last season, and Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said during the preseason that he believed that was too much. However, with Big Zu playing at least 34 minutes in two of his last three games and Lopez struggling, the starter’s workload may not suffer much after all.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
3 months ago
Harden has recorded three points/assists double-doubles in five games, with his one-assist effort against the Warriors on Tuesday weighing down his average in that category. On Friday, The Beard notched a season-high assist total while extending his streak of games with at least 20 points to four. Harden is providing top-20 value in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP. The Clippers won’t play again during Week 2 but open Week 3 with a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
Leonard had a big night in Friday’s NBA Cup opener, capping it with a jumper as time expired. Not only did he score efficiently, but the Clippers star had a huge first half on the defensive end of the floor. Leonard recorded five steals before halftime, matching his career-high for steals in a half. He would finish with more steals (six) than missed shots, and Leonard is currently providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats. Production has never been the issue for Kawhi; it’s the availability. However, following Friday’s win, Leonard said he isn’t under any restrictions and will play both games of the Clippers’ Monday/Tuesday back-to-back to begin Week 3.
Source: NBA
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal is back in the Clippers’ lineup after missing two games with a back issue. His return means that Bogdan Bogdanović will head to the bench, and he may fall out of the rotation entirely. There was no reason to roster Bogi when he started, and this will remain the case with Beal available to play.
Source: LA Clippers
GSW • • #
3 months ago
Toohey will be unavailable for a fourth straight game as he recovers from a left knee injury. His absence won’t impact fantasy basketball, as the rookie is not expected to be in the rotation once healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Castle did not record a season-high point total on Thursday, but one can argue that this was his best all-around performance. The reigning Rookie of the Year shot over 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line while committing a season-low two turnovers. In San Antonio’s first four games, Castle was responsible for at least five turnovers in each. His role will change once De’Aaron Fox recovers fully from his hamstring injury. Still, the key for Castle will be efficiency, regardless of who’s available.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
Butler, who’s scored at least 20 points in five of Golden State’s first six games, recorded his first double-double of the season on Thursday. He’s looked sharp and motivated thus far, which is a good sign for the Warriors and fantasy managers with Butler on their rosters. His Yahoo! ADP of 50 may have been conservative, but with good reason. So far, those who were willing to draft Butler are benefiting from their decision to do so.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
3 months ago
While Kuminga has averaged at least 15 points per game each of the last three seasons, the 2025-26 season has a different feel thus far. His role is solidified, which has led to Kuminga better navigating the balance of getting his offense and understanding that things still revolve around Stephen Curry. Rostered in 49 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Kuminga is providing middle-round value in 12-team formats. Now would be a good time for some holdouts to grab JK off the waiver wire if he’s available.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Curry led the Warriors in scoring on Thursday, getting back over the 20-point mark after totaling 35 in the previous two games. He’s averaging 27.0 points per game through six games and providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats. And Curry has done this despite his playing time decreasing slightly. He’s averaging 31.1 minutes per game, which would be Curry’s lowest average since the 2011-12 season (not counting the 2019-20 season in which he played five games). With the Warriors’ goal being to ensure that Curry’s healthy and fresh for the stretch run, some fantasy managers may be concerned. There’s no need to be.
LAC • Center • #
3 months ago
Niederhäuser will not be available for Friday’s game, but this will not impact fantasy basketball. The Clippers have used a center rotation of Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez, with Niederhäuser only seeing action when the game’s outcome is no longer in doubt.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal will return to action after missing two games with a back issue. Bogdan Bogdanović replaced him in the starting lineup but provided no fantasy value in that role. Beal, who was on a minutes restriction before the back injury due to offseason knee surgery, will likely be limited on Friday.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
3 months ago
Initially questionable for Thursday’s game, Moody’s status has been updated to available. And that’s a good thing for the Warriors, as he’s coming off a 20-point game in Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. Due to Moody being cleared to play, rookie Will Richard will miss out on a potential boost to his playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
3 months ago
Moody, who missed the season’s first two games with a calf injury, is back on the injury report, this time for a sore right thumb. If he’s unable to play against the Bucks, more playing time may become available for rookie Will Richard, who performed well in extended minutes when Moody was out with the calf injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Sanders, selected with the 50th overall pick in June’s draft, reportedly injured his knee over the weekend. The hope is that he’ll be able to return sometime in December. As a two-way contract player, Sanders’ absence will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
Melton has surgery on his left ACL in December, 2024. He’ll start practicing with the Warriors over the next two weeks, and the team will provide another update in mid-November. That doesn’t mean he’ll be ready to suit up then, but when he does, he can be a solid depth piece for this team.
Source: Warriors PR
LAC • Center • #40
3 months ago
Zubac finished Tuesday’s defeat with his first double-double of the season, hitting double digits in the rebounds category. During the preseason, Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said he believed Zubac played too much last season. After averaging 32.8 minutes per game in 2024-25, out of necessity due to the Clippers’ shallow interior rotation, Big Zu has averaged 27.6 minutes over the first week. A few of the games being blowouts has been a factor, as was the addition of Brook Lopez (3/2/1 in 19 minutes). While Zubac has a safe fantasy floor, his ceiling will take a hit if he can’t consistently play 30 minutes.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
Leonard may have been the Clippers’ second-leading scorer on Tuesday, but this was a relatively quiet performance from the six-time All-Star. He shot 4-of-10 from the field in the first half and provided limited value outside of points and rebounds. Through four games, Leonard has been what many fantasy managers expected him to be, providing fourth-round value in nine-cat formats. The hope is that he’s consistently available, which would significantly raise Leonard’s fantasy ceiling.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
3 months ago
Defensively, the Warriors limited Harden’s ability to get his teammates quality shots. He recorded just one assist and missed all three of his field-goal attempts in the second half. Even a great player like Harden produces the occasional dud, yet he still led the Clippers in scoring. He’ll look to bounce back when the Clippers host the Pelicans on Friday.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
Playing their second game in as many nights, the Warriors were able to manage the minutes of their key players due to the nature of Tuesday’s victory. Butler and Draymond Green (7/7/4/3 with one three-pointer) were the only players to hit or exceed 30 minutes, and both were done by about the five-minute mark in the fourth quarter. Through five games, Butler is providing third-round value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 50.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
3 months ago
Kuminga’s production on Tuesday was modest, but that doesn’t erase the fact that he’s gotten off to a good start. Rostered in 47 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has provided top-100 value over the first week of the regular season. And Kuminga has made a positive impression on Warriors head coach Steve Kerr. Kerr was complimentary of the forward before Tuesday’s game, saying that JK will retain his place in the starting lineup “going forward.” That’s good news for Kuminga and the fantasy managers who hoped he could lock down a consistent role.
Source: Ron Kroichick
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
While fantasy managers may not have been thrilled with Curry’s final stat line, the Warriors were probably over the moon that he only needed to play 26 minutes in the second game of a back-to-back. The sharpshooter was efficient, and the assists and steals will undoubtedly boost those competing in category leagues. Golden State hits the road for a two-game road trip, finishing Week 2 with games against the Bucks and Pacers.
LAC • Small Forward, Power Forward, and Shooting Guard • #33
3 months ago
Batum wasn’t in the starting lineup to begin Tuesday’s 19-point defeat, but he was part of the five who began the third quarter. Bogdan Bogdanović (two points and one rebound in nine minutes) received the starting nod but only played the first five minutes of the first half, as he continues to struggle with his shot. Regardless of who starts while Bradley Beal (back) is sidelined, neither is worth the streaming risk. The Clippers are off until Friday, when they host the Pelicans.
GSW • Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Playing their second game in as many nights, the Warriors will go with a bigger lineup to begin Tuesday’s matchup with the Clippers. Post moves into the starting lineup, bumping Brandin Podziemski to the bench. Those who have the latter rostered should not be too concerned; he’ll still play plenty. As for Post, his fantasy potential is limited since Al Horford is available. Horford will be limited to 22 minutes.
Source: NBA Lineups
GSW • Center • #42
3 months ago
After sitting out Monday’s win over the Grizzlies, Horford is available for Tuesday’s game. During his pregame availability, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said the plan moving forward is to limit the veteran center to 22 minutes, with the ability to exceed that number occasionally. While Horford will remain important to the Warriors, the playing time limits his upside in fantasy basketball.
Source: Anthony Slater
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
3 months ago
Moody knocked off the rust in his second game back in the lineup to log his first 20-point game of the season. He shot the ball efficiently in his 22 minutes of game action and produced a very strong 12-point third quarter to help Golden State build a double-digit lead and a nice cushion the rest of the way. Moody enjoyed a career-best 2024-25 season as a scorer and could have a similarly productive campaign in his fifth NBA season.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
3 months ago
Podziemski utilized the three-point shot to conclude the victory as one of four Warriors to score at least 20 points on Monday. He was most productive as a scorer in the opening quarters of each half, but he also contributed throughout as a facilitator. In the end, the third-year guard landed his best statistical performance of the season and will have a chance to remain productive on Tuesday against the Clippers.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
3 months ago
Kuminga had a productive outing against the Grizzlies on Monday. He made moderate contributions to the scoreboard throughout the first three quarters before finishing strong, closing with 10 fourth-quarter points to conclude the game as Golden State’s leading scorer. The fifth-year forward has shot over 50.0 percent from the field, scored at least 14 points, and secured five or more rebounds in each of the Warriors’ four games thus far. He’s currently averaging career highs in rebounds and assists per game as he continues his encouraging start to the season.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
3 months ago
Podz came off the bench in Golden State’s last game in favor of Quinten Post to give Golden State a taller center to matchup with Donovan Clingan. Podz will return to the starting unit, with Post shifting back to a reserve role.
Source: Golden State Warriors
LAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Sanders has only played nine minutes this season, while Miller hasn’t been healthy enough to suit up. They’ll both miss another game, but that won’t have an impact on the Clippers’ rotation.
Source: Marc J. Spears
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
This will be a second straight absence for Beal, who had been on a minutes restriction due to a knee issue to start the year. Now, it’s his back that’s bothering him. Bogdan Bogdanovic could get another start, but he was held scoreless in 24 minutes on Sunday with five turnovers. Kris Dunn is another candidate to fill the role.
Source: Joey Linn
LAC • Shooting Guard • #10
3 months ago
Bogdanović played like someone who was out of the Clippers’ rotation and didn’t play in their first two games for a reason. Filling in for Bradley Beal (back), Bogdanović went 0-for-4 from the field with no points and five turnovers in 24 minutes. It’s difficult to spin that performance. Kris Dunn was more effective off the bench with nine points in 21 minutes and could draw the start the next time Beal is out.
LAC • Center • #40
3 months ago
Sunday was Zubac’s best game yet on the young season. His 21 points and eight rebounds represent season-highs. The 28-year-old center averaged 12.6 rebounds per game last year so it’s reasonable to expect his rebounding numbers to pick up in the near future. Zubac continues to dominate the center role for the Clippers playing 35 minutes to Brook Lopez’ 13 minutes off the bench.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
Leonard has now posted at least 27 points, at least five rebounds and at least four assists in each of his last two games. The 34-year-old small forward has picked up his play significantly since dropping 10 points in the season opener against the Jazz. Leonard has also played at least 29 minutes in all three games this year and health will be key for his success throughout the season.
LAC • Shooting Guard • #
3 months ago
Sanders, who’s on a two-way contract, has not been part of the Clippers’ rotation. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Shooting Guard • #10
3 months ago
The Clippers will not have Bradley Beal for Sunday’s game, as he recovers from a back injury suffered during Friday’s win over the Suns. He’ll be replaced in the starting lineup by Bogdanović, who was out of the rotation and did not play in the Clippers’ first two games. Kris Dunn will also have added importance on Sunday, especially if the Clippers struggle to defend Shaedon Sharpe.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal has been on a minutes restriction in previous games for the Clippers. On Sunday, his minutes will be restricted to zero as he’s out for the game with a back injury. Bogdan Bogdanovic will move into the Clippers’ starting lineup, replacing Beal.
Source: Grant Mona
GSW • Center • #42
3 months ago
Horford remains on a plan that has him sitting out one game of back-to-backs. With Tuesday’s game against the Clippers being a nationally televised matchup, the veteran center not playing on Monday is unsurprising. While Quinten Post started Friday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, he only played 16 minutes while Trayce Jackson-Davis logged 17 off the bench. Neither player is worth streaming, especially with the Warriors having the ability to go small and use Draymond Green at the five.
Source: Nick Friedell
LAC • Shooting Guard • #3
3 months ago
Beal has been on a minutes restriction to start the season, and he hasn’t been productive when he has been out there. If he isn’t available against Portland, Kris Dunn would likely slide into the starting lineup.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Small Forward and Power Forward • #55
3 months ago
Jones Jr. went perfect from the field before finishing as one of the Clippers’ three best scorers on the evening. He repeatedly stepped into his three-point shots confidently and proceeded to knock each catch-and-shoot triple down one after the other. Jones Jr. eventually concluded with the most threes in a game that he’s made as a Clipper. The two produced stocks were the cherry on top for what was a productive night for him overall.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
3 months ago
Leonard bounced back from a poor 10-point, 3-of-9 shooting performance in the Clippers’ blowout loss to the Jazz on Wednesday by nearly scoring 30 in a one-sided win over the Suns on Friday. The two-time Finals MVP ramped things up in the second quarter on the offensive end, which gave him the boost that ultimately led him to finish as one of the two highest scorers in the game. Leonard performed well on both ends of the floor and remains capable of having dominant outings on a nightly basis.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #1
3 months ago
Harden needed only 28 minutes to reach 30 points on Friday, using high efficiency on low volume, and production from the free-throw line to do so. The 14-point first quarter did the heavy lifting, while solid work on the glass and usual productivity as a facilitator rounded out his performance. Harden didn’t play during the fourth quarter due to the lopsided score, but still concluded with a productive game.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
3 months ago
One of the bright spots for the Warriors’ offense on Friday was their ability to produce from the three-point line. Green trailed only Stephen Curry in total made threes on the night and has now made six threes this season. He also functioned well as one of the main facilitators, although his five turnovers are notable in regard to fantasy basketball. Still, Green had a solid outing in his 21 minutes, which could have been even better if the lopsided score hadn’t limited his time on the court.
GSW • Small Forward, Shooting Guard, and Power Forward • #10
3 months ago
Butler logged his least productive outing of the season thus far in the loss to the Blazers. He set season-lows in points and rebounds, didn’t make a three-pointer for the first time through three games, and only got up seven shot attempts in 27 minutes of game action. Notably, the Warriors were on the second night of a back-to-back after going to overtime against the Nuggets the day before. Regardless, Butler’s final line isn’t one that fantasy managers will likely be celebrating.
GSW • Point Guard • #30
3 months ago
Father Time does not appear to have a hold on Curry just yet. On the second night of a back-to-back, the former league MVP dazzled from beyond the arc and scored efficiently overall before finishing with his second straight game of at least 35 points. Curry’s production came in just 27 minutes of play, likely due to the large deficit the Warriors sustained deep into the second half. Nonetheless, the veteran guard was productive on both ends of the floor and logged another strong fantasy basketball performance.
GSW • Power Forward • #21
3 months ago
Post replaces Brandin Podziemski in the starting lineup on Friday to mark the first starting lineup change of the season for the Warriors. The second-year big man will bring additional frontcourt size to the opening unit on the second night of a back-to-back as the Warriors look to remain undefeated and move to 3-0 on the season.
Source: Anthony Slater
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
3 months ago
As expected, Kuminga will suit up and continue to start for Golden State. He has been solid so far, averaging 15.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 2.5 threes per game.
Source: NBA Injury Report