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GSW • Power Forward • #21
about 10 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 10 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 10 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.
MIN • Center • #27
about 10 hours ago
Gobert’s five shot attempts on Friday equaled his total in Minnesota’s prior two games. The difference against the Warriors was that he was able to get to the foul line and convert at a good clip. Gobert shot 8-of-10 from the charity stripe, part of his highest-scoring night since scoring 18 in a March 5 win over the Raptors. There are times when Minnesota can be more intentional in getting Gobert involved offensively, but that did not appear to be an issue on Friday. Minnesota visits the Thunder on Sunday to end its Week 20.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 10 hours ago
For the fifth time this season and 47th time of his career, Edwards finished a game with at least 30 points, five rebounds and five assists. The Timberwolves’ star said after Wednesday’s loss to the Clippers that he needed to do more, and he backed up those words in San Francisco. Friday’s game was Edwards’ tenth this season with at least 40 points, and he’s scored 34 or more in three of his last four appearances.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
GSW • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #30
about 11 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 12 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
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 13 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 13 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 13 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
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 14 hours ago
Initially questionable due to a sore knee, Edwards is good to go for Friday’s game. He’ll take on his usual responsibilities as the focal point of the Timberwolves’ offensive attack.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
GSW • Power Forward • #21
about 14 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
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
about 14 hours ago
Dosunmu is good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. With Anthony Edwards (knee) upgraded to probable, Dosunmu will take on his usual reserve role for the Timberwolves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 14 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
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
about 19 hours ago
Ant-Man is a late afternoon addition to the injury report, so fantasy managers should have a contingency plan in case he’s ruled out. Ayo Dosunmu (thumb) is also questionable, but Dosunmu would be the next man up is he’s available. Bones Hyland and Mike Conley could also be in line for more run if Edwards or Dosunmu are sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
1 day ago
Dosunmu missed Wednesday’s game against the Clippers, and there is a chance he misses a second straight game. Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon Jr. would be in line for extra minutes once again if Dosunmu remains out, though neither would play enough to be worth streaming.
Source: Timberwolves PR
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
1 day 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
1 day 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
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
2 days ago
Unfortunately for those who have Randle on their fantasy rosters, he had another underwhelming performance on Wednesday. A 5-of-5 night from the foul line pushed him into double figures, and the rebounds and assists were solid. However, most fantasy managers who drafted Randle did so with the expectation of bigger scoring numbers. The Timberwolves have two more games in Week 20; hopefully, Randle finishes on a high note.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
2 days ago
After a terrible showing in Tuesday’s loss to the Lakers, Edwards bounced back in a major way on Wednesday. He recorded his 36 points efficiently, shooting well over 50 percent from the field. The five turnovers were a negative, but fantasy managers will take that compared to the line Edwards recorded the night prior. The Timberwolves still have two more games in Week 20, starting with the Warriors on Thursday.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
3 days ago
Dosunmu will not be available after initially being listed as questionable on the injury report. Bones Hyland and Terrence Shannon Jr. may pick up additional minutes off the bench, with the former offering a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Shooting Guard • #11
3 days ago
Dosunmu dealt with an injury in his right thumb earlier this season, and it has popped back up again. If he ends up missing this matchup with the Clippers, Bones Hyland, Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. would likely be in line for a few extra minutes, with Hyland playing the largest role off the bench.
Source: Dane Moore
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
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
3 days ago
Like Julius Randle, Reid has seen his fantasy value decrease since the All-Star break. In eight games, he’s averaged 11.5 points while shooting 45.8 percent from the field and 46.2 percent from the foul line. Reid was solid against the Lakers, shooting just over 50 percent from the field, and he remains a valuable option in 12-team leagues. However, his value has taken a hit at the worst possible time, with some leagues already in their playoffs.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
3 days ago
After going off for 41 points in the Timberwolves’ final game before the All-Star break, Randle has seemingly lost his mojo. With just one 20-point game to his credit since then, he’s averaged 14.4 points per game while shooting 40.2 percent from the field. And with Randle not bringing as much to the table in some of the other major statistical categories, his fantasy value has taken a significant hit. And with the Timberwolves falling to fifth in the West, they’d like to see Randle turn things around as well.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
3 days ago
Edwards had a brutal night against the Lakers. The Timberwolves star shot 1-of-10 from beyond the arc, and his accuracy wasn’t much better inside of it, either. He did record a complete stat line in the defeat, but category league managers took a beating in the field-goal percentage category. Edwards will look to bounce back on Wednesday when the Timberwolves visit the Clippers.
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.
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
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
4 days ago
Anderson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Magic with a sore right knee. His return expands the Timberwolves’ rotation to nine, as only eight players saw action the last time out. Andreson is not a player who should be rostered in redraft leagues.
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
4 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
4 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.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
5 days ago
Due to a sore right knee, Anderson did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Magic. As a result, the Timberwolves stuck with an eight-man rotation instead of looking for a ninth player to take on Anderson’s role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Center • #27
7 days ago
Given his general shot profile, Gobert not missing in a game isn’t all that surprising. He made all six of his attempts against the Magic while providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories, playing 33 minutes. Since the All-Star break, Gobert has been close to a top-50 player in nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Timberwolves play four games in Week 20, starting with the Lakers on Tuesday and the Clippers the following night.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
7 days ago
Randle finished one rebound shy of a double-double on Saturday, but the final line felt underwhelming due to the point total. Averaging 21.5 points per game on the season, the Timberwolves forward has just one 20-point game since the All-Star break. The Timberwolves, and those who have him on their fantasy rosters, need more scoring from Randle.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
7 days ago
Edwards put up a robust stat line on Saturday, but he didn’t get much help in the 119-92 defeat. Jaden McDaniels (three points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals) shot 0-of-9 from the field, and Donte DiVincenzo (two rebounds, four assists and one steal) went scoreless, missing all six of his attempts. Edwards and the Timberwolves won’t play again in Week 19, but they have four games in Week 20.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
7 days ago
Anderson is out after being listed as questionable with right knee soreness. The 32-year-old small forward played 14 and 15 minutes in his last two games, so his absence will free up some minutes at the back end of the Timberwolves’ bench rotation. Similarly, his absence will have minimal impact on fantasy basketball.
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #7
8 days ago
Ingles is back with the team after missing Thursday’s win over the Raptors for personal reasons. His availability won’t affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the rotation on most nights.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
8 days ago
Anderson, who has played 14 and 15 minutes in his last two games, is dealing with a sore right knee. If he can’t play on Saturday, his absence frees up minutes on the back end of the Timberwolves’ rotation. In the game preceding Anderson’s return to Minnesota, head coach Chris Finch went with an eight-man rotation instead of nine.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
8 days ago
Reid exited Thursday’s game during the third quarter after injuring his right shoulder while scrambling for a loose ball with Toronto’s Sandro Mamukelashvili. The good news is that he did return during the fourth quarter, so fantasy managers may not have much to worry about. The Timberwolves play once more in Week 19, Saturday against the Magic.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
8 days ago
While Randle’s post-All-Star break struggles from beyond the arc continued on Thursday, as he missed both of his attempts, the veteran forward’s overall value has been better recently. Since the break, he’s shot 3-of-21 from distance, and Randle has struggled with that aspect of his game all season. However, the decreased three-point shooting has not done much damage, if any, to his overall fantasy value.
MIN • Center • #27
8 days ago
One game removed from grabbing a season-high 19 rebounds, Gobert was active in all facets on Thursday. The 18 points were three more than his total in Minnesota’s prior three games, and he’s hit double figures in rebounds in all six games that he’s played since the All-Star break. Also, Gobert matched his season-high with five assists. The offensive production can be a struggle at times, as the 7-foot-1 center can become an afterthought on that end of the floor. However, that doesn’t prevent Gobert from offering a solid return in other areas.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
8 days ago
Edwards, who was added to the Timberwolves’ injury report early Thursday afternoon, seemingly took a step back offensively after a dominant showing in Tuesday’s win over the Grizzlies. Whether this was a matter of his right foot being an issue is tough to say, but the 12 shot attempts were the fewest in a game for Ant-Man since February 11 (ten vs. Portland). The good news for fantasy managers was that Edwards finished with a solid overall stat line that included him shooting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc.