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HOU • Center • #12
8 days ago
Adams missed the Rockets’ most recent contest, a win over the Warriors on November 26. Due to his absence, Clint Capela played 18 minutes off the bench. While Capela did grab 12 rebounds, the role isn’t robust enough for him to be worth the risk in most fantasy leagues. Leave him on the waiver wire if Adams can’t play on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
8 days ago
KD missed two games, but he’ll be back to take on Utah to close out the week. Reed Sheppard started in his place and played really well. He should return to playing a reserve role, though there is certainly a chance he played well enough to maintain the starting spot. In that case, it would be Josh Okogie heading to the bench, though it is more likely that Sheppard returns to the sixth man role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • G-F • #00
8 days ago
Brown had three points in 19 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Spurs. The 29-year-old shooting guard’s status is up in the air for Saturday’s game against the Suns given his questionable listing. Brown isn’t worth rostering in most formats regardless of his availability.
DEN • Center • #15
8 days ago
Jokić missed a triple-double by one rebound against the Spurs on Friday night. The 30-year-old center’s status is up in the air against the Suns on Saturday given his questionable listing. If Jokić is out, Jonas Valanciunas will start for the Nuggets and is worth streaming.
DEN • Forward • #2
9 days ago
While the absences of Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon have to be considered, Johnson appears to be getting more comfortable with his new teammates. He’s hit double figures in three straight and five of his last six appearances, with Friday’s being the best of the bunch. Johnson has provided top-50 value over the past two weeks. He’s still rostered in 77 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and those who didn’t give up on Johnson are being rewarded for their patience.
DEN • Center • #15
9 days ago
Jović finished one assist shy of a triple-double, but he had a solid night shooting the basketball. He remains the highest-ranked player in fantasy basketball, but that isn’t a surprise to anyone. Jokić and the Nuggets will look to bounce back on Saturday when they visit the Suns.
DEN • Guard • #27
9 days ago
Murray has been on a roll recently, having scored at least 23 points in four straight and six of his last seven games. The 37 points were six shy of his season-high, and the Nuggets guard put up those points on 65 percent shooting from the field. Over the past two weeks, Murray has been a top-20 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. He’ll look to finish Week 6 on a high note when the Nuggets visit the Suns on Saturday.
DEN • Guard • #3
10 days ago
Strawther last appeared in a game on November 15 and has surpassed 20 minutes just once in nine appearances this season. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, even with Christian Braun (ankle) sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
11 days ago
On a night in which Kevin Durant was unavailable, Sengun didn’t fully take advantage of the additional scoring opportunities left behind. He shot inefficiently from the field, didn’t make a three-pointer, and was hardly impactful on the glass. Still, Sengun came up with a big basket down the stretch and finished as the Rockets’ leader in assists. He’s been less productive over the past few games, but should remain as one of the top centers in fantasy leagues moving forward.
HOU • Center • #28
11 days ago
On a night in which Kevin Durant was unavailable, Şengün didn’t fully take advantage of the additional scoring opportunities left behind. He shot inefficiently from the field, didn’t make a three-pointer, and was hardly impactful on the glass. Still, Şengün came up with a big basket down the stretch and finished as the Rockets’ leader in assists. He’s been less productive over the past few games, but should remain as one of the top centers in fantasy leagues moving forward.
HOU • • #
11 days ago
Smith Jr. finished Wednesday as one of the Rockets’ leading scorers despite not shooting a great percentage. He did have success from the three-point line, but wasn’t able to land much production elsewhere. Yet, even with an unspectacular Wednesday performance, the fourth-year forward is putting together his highest-scoring and most efficient three-point shooting season of his career. He’ll have a chance to log better numbers against the Jazz on Sunday.
HOU • G • #15
11 days ago
After tallying just seven points in a win over the Suns on Monday, Sheppard responded on Wednesday with his third 20-point game of the month, and first 30-point game of his young career. He was productive from beyond the arc and dazzled in the midrange, which led him to finish as Houston’s leading scorer on the evening. He also made an impact with his rebounding and playmaking in the win. The sophomore guard continues to put together a strong season and should remain an important piece going forward.
HOU • Forward • #35
12 days ago
Durant will miss a second game for personal reasons, which should result in Reed Sheppard making another start. The second-year guard has played well this season, and he is worth rostering, especially with Durant unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #8
12 days ago
Tate will be available for Wednesday’s game, and it could be a matchup in which he sees time. The Warriors only have one true big man playing consistent rotation minutes (Quinten Post), and the Rockets won’t have Steven Adams (ankle). Tate won’t be worth streaming in fantasy leagues, but he’s worth watching with Tari Eason (oblique) also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
12 days ago
Adams is dealing with right ankle tendinopathy and will miss Houston’s final game before Thanksgiving. Clint Capela may pick up a few additional minutes off the bench, but he still is not at the point where he can be trusted in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
13 days ago
Thompson took over as Houston’s primary offensive catalyst with Kevin Durant — averaging a team-high 24.6 points per game — out of the lineup for the first time this season due to personal reasons, propelling the Rockets to their 11th time in their last 13 contests. They were in complete control from the outset of this one as Thompson knocked down 10 of 16 shots from the floor while also chipping in eight assists and seven rebounds in a stat sheet-stuffing performance worthy of a Thanksgiving feast. The 22-year-old burgeoning superstar has been hot recently, averaging 20.7 points, 7.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.3 steals over his last three games, delivering second-round value for fantasy purposes during that stretch. The Rockets return to action on Wednesday night with a challenging road tilt against the Warriors.
HOU • Guard • #0
13 days ago
Holiday drained six of 10 from beyond the arc while playing a season-high 27 minutes to provide a much-needed spark off the bench for a Rockets’ offense playing without Kevin Durant for the first time this season. The -year-old sharpshooter scored 12 of his 22 points in the first half to help lift Houston to a nine-point lead at the break which they wouldn’t relinquish. He doesn’t offer enough of a role to make an impact for fantasy purposes but he’s an important role player for the Rockets as they appear poised to make some serious noise in a loaded Western Conference.
DEN • Guard • #8
13 days ago
Watson has reached double figures in four of his last six starts, first moving into the starting lineup because of Christian Braun’s ankle injury. With Aaron Gordon (hamstring) also out for an extended period, the Nuggets are in a position where they need Watson to be more aggressive on offense. That certainly wasn’t an issue in Memphis, with the 27 points being five shy of his season and career-highs. Watson’s two best scoring nights as a pro have occurred over the last week. Rostered in 22 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Watson is worth adding before Denver’s final two games of Week 6 on Friday and Saturday.
DEN • Guard • #27
13 days ago
Murray and Peyton Watson combined to score 56 points on Monday, as the Grizzlies devoted most of their attention to slowing down Nikola Jokić. Murray has scored at least 23 points in three straight and five of his last six outings, with the scoring being one reason why he’s providing top-25 value in nine-cat formats. He’s exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (36) by a sizable margin, providing fantasy managers with reliable value across multiple categories.
DEN • Center • #15
13 days ago
For just the second time this season, Jokić failed to score at least 20 points. However, it didn’t matter all that much, as Jamal Murray and Peyton Watson combined to score 56 points. The Joker did record his 10th triple-double of the season, with the 16 assists matching his previous high. And with Jokić scoring 17 points, keep in mind that he only attempted nine shots, so the field-goal percentage didn’t take a beating. The Nuggets end Week 6 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back against the Spurs and Suns.
HOU • Center • #12
13 days ago
Adams is available after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He’ll provide depth off the bench as Alperen Şengün’s backup at center. Josh Okogie has replaced Adams in the starting lineup for Monday’s game.
Source: Kellan Olson
HOU • G • #15
13 days ago
The Rockets won’t have Kevin Durant for Monday’s game, as he is away from the team for personal reasons. Sheppard, who has provided top-75 value in nine-cat formats this season, moves into the starting lineup to fill the void. The other change is Okogie, who replaces Steven Adams after the veteran center started Friday’s loss to the Nuggets.
Source: Michael C. Wright
HOU • Forward • #8
14 days ago
Tate has not been a consistent member of the Rockets’ rotation this season, so his absence will not affect fantasy basketball. However, it does leave them down another frontcourt option, as Tari Eason (oblique) is already out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
14 days ago
Adams is dealing with left ankle tendinopathy, and there could be minutes available to Clint Capela if he’s unable to play on Monday. However, even if Capela picks up rotation minutes, he would not be worth the risk in most fantasy leagues. Also, the Rockets could bring Josh Okogie back into the starting lineup, especially with the Suns only having one true big (Mark Williams) in their starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #3
14 days ago
Strawther’s continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as he is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy. Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. will continue to play the minutes available to Denver’s reserve perimeter players.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
14 days ago
Durant is away from the Rockets, attending to a family matter, so he will not return to Phoenix for the first time since being traded during the offseason. Reed Sheppard and Josh Okogie are two players who should see more opportunities with Durant unavailable. Sheppard has been a top-75 player in fantasy basketball this season and is the superior option for managers seeking reliable production.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Forward • #32
15 days ago
Gordon suffered a strained right hamstring during Friday’s win over the Rockets. According to Charania, it is a Grade 2 strain, and the Nuggets forward will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. Gordon was already dealing with bilateral hamstring issues, and he played through a strain in Game 7 of last season’s second-round series against the Thunder. Losing Gordon will significantly impact Denver’s rotation, especially with Christian Braun (ankle) already out. Spencer Jones started Saturday’s loss to the Kings but provided minimal value in his 24 minutes on the court. Between his recent play and the absences of Gordon and Braun, now is a good time to hop back onto the Cameron Johnson bandwagon. Over his last four games, he’s averaged 15.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.5 steals, 0.5 blocks and 2.8 three-pointers while shooting 56.8 percent from the field.
Source: Shams Charania
DEN • Forward • #21
15 days ago
Filling the void left by the injured Aaron Gordon, Jones played 24 minutes on Saturday. As evidenced by the stat line, the counting stats and percentages weren’t good enough to justify streaming him. Bruce Brown (2/3/3 in 27 minutes) and Tim Hardaway Jr. (8/1/1 with one three-pointer in 26 minutes) offer higher fantasy ceilings than Jones despite coming off the bench, but both struggled against the Kings. And with the Nuggets playing three games in Week 6, there’s even less reason to trust any of these players in fantasy leagues.
DEN • Forward • #2
15 days ago
After a terribly slow start to the season, Johnson has looked more comfortable in recent games. He’s reached double figures in three of his last four, with Saturday’s performance being Johnson’s best as a Nugget. Still rostered in 75 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he has been a top-100 player in eight-cat formats over the past week. Johnson will look to build on this run when the Nuggets visit Memphis on Sunday.
DEN • Guard • #27
15 days ago
Murray has scored at least 23 points in two straight and four of his last five games. Over the past two weeks, the Nuggets guard has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. Aaron Gordon’s hamstring injury hasn’t changed Murray’s place within the offensive pecking order, but it does make his role more important. That’s good news for fantasy managers, some of whom may consider selling high on Murray.
DEN • Center • #15
15 days ago
Jokić did what he could to drag the Nuggets to a win on Saturday, scoring 20 points in the fourth quarter. Unfortunately for Denver, the three-time league MVP’s efforts weren’t enough to help the team avoid defeat. Jokić finished with his 15th double-double of the season, and the 44 points were the second-most in a game for him this season. The Nuggets play three games in Week 6, starting with the Grizzlies on Monday.
DEN • Forward • #21
15 days ago
The Nuggets lost Aaron Gordon to a strained hamstring during Friday’s win over the Rockets, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Jones, who started the third quarter in Houston, will remain with the starters to begin Saturday’s game. While he’s worth picking up in 30-deep leagues, managers in shallower formats can afford to take a conservative approach to adding Jones.
Source: James Ham
DEN • Guard • #3
15 days ago
Due to lower back injury management, Strawther will miss a fourth consecutive game. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, but it means even more playing time will be available to Peyton Watson and Bruce Brown.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
15 days ago
Gordon, who was dealing with some hamstring soreness ahead of Friday’s win over the Rockets, suffered a strained right hamstring during the second quarter. He won’t play on Saturday, and Nuggets head coach David Adelman said following Friday’s win that he expects Gordon to miss some time. While Spencer Jones started the third quarter, Zeke Nnaji is another possibility to replace Gordon in the starting lineup. Nnaji started Wednesday’s win over the Pelicans.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
16 days ago
Gordon left Friday’s game with a strained right hamstring in the second quarter. He was already dealing with hamstring soreness, most recently sitting out the November 19 win over the Pelicans. However, with the strain, Gordon will likely miss time. Spencer Jones started the third quarter, but he hasn’t done enough to merit being streamed. Fantasy managers should focus on Peyton Watson and Cameron Johnson when seeking value in Gordon’s absence.
Source: Vic Lombardi
DEN • Guard • #8
16 days ago
Watson followed up his 32-point explosion against the Pelicans on Wednesday with a bit of a dud. The 23-year-old shooting guard had double-digit rebounds for the second consecutive game, but he only had nine points. Watson only even attempted five field goals after he took 19 shots in the last game. With Christian Braun (ankle) sidelined, Watson is worth rostering, but fantasy managers would like him to be a little more aggressive offensively.
DEN • Guard • #27
16 days ago
Murray played 40 minutes and provided some scoring opposite Nikola Jokic with 26 points. With Cameron Johnson scoring just nine points and Aaron Gordon leaving after three minutes with a hamstring injury, the Nuggets needed their 28-year-old point guard to step up. Murray backed up his reputation as one of the best scoring point guards in the league. He’s played at a borderline second-round level so far this year.
DEN • Center • #15
16 days ago
Jokić was one assist shy of a triple-double against the Rockets on Friday. The 30-year-old center still had his second game with at least 30 points this week. Jokić recorded two steals and a block on the defensive end while he also made four three-pointers on offense. It’s the third time Jokić has made at least four three-pointers in a game this month. The Nuggets close out the week with a home game against the Kings on Saturday.
DEN • Forward • #32
16 days ago
Gordon, who was initially probable for Friday’s game with a sore hamstring, suffered a right hamstring strain during the second quarter. The Nuggets officially ruled him out during the intermission, with Spencer Jones replacing him in the lineup. If Gordon misses time, Peyton Watson and Cameron Johnson will be worth a look. Both are currently in the starting lineup, with the former filling in for the injured Christian Braun.
Source: Denver Nuggets
DEN • Forward • #32
16 days ago
Gordon was initially probable for Friday’s game, so the upgrade in status was expected. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Jamal Murray, Cameron Johnson, Peyton Watson and Nikola Jokić completing the quintet.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
16 days ago
Due to knee issues, Smith and Adams were initially questionable for Friday’s game. They’re both available and will start as part of a massive Rockets lineup. This is the second consecutive game that head coach Ime Udoka has gone with this lineup, first doing so in Wednesday’s win over the Cavaliers.
Source: Bennett Durando
DEN • Guard • #3
17 days ago
Strawther continues to miss time due to lower back injury management, and he isn’t guaranteed to play rotation minutes when healthy. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Forward • #32
17 days ago
Gordon did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Pelicans, with Zeke Nnaji replacing him in the starting lineup. However, Peyton Watson was the biggest beneficiary, scoring 32 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Nnaji will return to the bench if Gordon plays, likely falling out of the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
17 days ago
Adams was inserted into the starting lineup for Wednesday’s win over the Cavaliers, bumping Josh Okogie to the bench. Okogie may have been moved back into the starting lineup regardless of Adams’ status. Still, the chances of him returning to that role increase exponentially if the veteran center’s knee keeps Adams out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
17 days ago
Smith was initially questionable for Wednesday’s win over the Cavaliers, but he started and played 31 minutes. If he can play against the Nuggets, the Rockets forward will be in line for a similar workload. If Smith can’t play, Reed Sheppard becomes a player of greater importance despite not playing the same position.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DEN • Guard • #8
18 days ago
Watson came out of nowhere to have a tremendous game against the Pelicans on Wednesday. The 23-year-old shooting guard made five three-pointers after only even attempting six threes in his previous four games. Watson certainly has an opportunity to put up better numbers with Christian Braun (ankle) sidelined and now he has momentum coming off a 32-point game.
DEN • Center • #15
18 days ago
Jokić started the week with a 38/18/13 line against the Bulls in a loss on Monday and picked up where he left off with a 28/11/12 line in the win over the Pelicans on Wednesday. The 30-year-old center’s triple-double was his third in a row and ninth of the season. Jokić remains on top of the fantasy basketball world. His next chance for another massive stat line will come Friday against the Rockets.
HOU • Guard • #0
18 days ago
Holiday has hit double figures in three straight games, with Wednesday’s total being a season-high. He didn’t provide anything beyond the points, three-pointers and percentages, so there’s no need to consider rostering Holiday. Reed Sheppard (12/2/2/1/1 with two three-pointers) remains the superior option for fantasy managers, especially with Tari Eason out due to injury.
HOU • Center • #28
18 days ago
Şengün was outstanding on Wednesday, outplaying Cleveland’s tandem of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen while recording his ninth double-double of the season. The Rockets center, who was effectively the starting power forward with Steven Adams (6/11/3/0/1) in the lineup, is providing top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. That aligns with Şengün’s Yahoo! ADP, so those who have him rostered are in a good place.
HOU • Forward • #35
18 days ago
Durant was on the proverbial “struggle bus” Wednesday night, shooting poorly from the field and committing four turnovers. Thus far, while his numbers remain solid, KD’s fantasy value has not met the expectations of most managers. Ranked just outside the top-50 in nine-cat formats, he has been two rounds more valuable in eight-cat. Given Durant’s track record and skill set, there’s no need for fantasy managers to lose any sleep over his most recent performance.
DEN • Forward-Center • #22
18 days ago
The Nuggets won’t have Aaron Gordon for Wednesday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. He’ll be replaced by Nnaji, a surprising move since he hasn’t played many rotation minutes this season. He should not be streamed in fantasy leagues, as Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. will likely be more valuable despite coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
DEN • Forward • #32
18 days ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Gordon will not play. Peyton Watson is already starting for the injured Christian Braun, so Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr. are likely the best options to step in for Gordon.
Source: Denver Nuggets
HOU • Center • #12
18 days ago
With the Cavaliers boasting a bigger frontcourt than most teams, the Rockets have made a change to their starting lineup. Adams will start, which shifts Smith and Şengün up a position, with Josh Okogie coming off the bench. Okogie provided limited value as a starter, so he should already be on the waiver wire in most leagues.
Source: Ethan Sands
HOU • • #
18 days ago
Smith is good to go after being considered questionable on Houston’s initial injury report. He will shift up a position for Wednesday’s matchup, with Josh Okogie moving to the bench in favor of Steven Adams.
Source: Ethan Sands
HOU • • #
19 days ago
Smith most recently played 43 minutes in Sunday’s overtime win over the Magic, and his absence would leave a hole in the Rockets’ starting lineup. If he cannot play, Steven Adams is a potential replacement in the starting lineup, especially considering the matchup. Reed Sheppard may also see his minutes increase and should be rostered in 12-team leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
21 days ago
Thompson notched his second double-double of the season on Sunday, but he had a difficult night shooting-wise. Over his last two games, the third-year wing has shot 10-of-30 from the field. The good news for Houston is that Reed Sheppard picked up the slack, coming off the bench to score 16 points with seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers. With all that Thompson brings to the table defensively and as a secondary playmaker, his role is secure. And Sheppard is developing into a player who doesn’t need to start to provide tangible fantasy value.
HOU • Center • #28
21 days ago
Şengün has recorded a double-double in four straight games, with Sunday’s being his first with at least 30 points since Houston’s season-opener. Unfortunately, fantasy managers took a beating in the field-goal percentage and turnover (five) categories, but efficiency has not been a significant issue for the Rockets center this season. Şengün heads into Week 5 providing top-30 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, performing slightly better in the former.
HOU • Forward • #35
21 days ago
Durant has scored at least 30 points in two straight and three of his last four appearances, serving as an offensive catalyst during Houston’s four-game win streak. Playing on a better all-around squad than the Suns team he left during the offseason, KD’s points, rebounds and assists have decreased, but not by much. All it takes for him to make good on his Yahoo! ADP (16) is a sustained run of excellence, something he’s shown himself capable of doing throughout his illustrious NBA career. Unfortunately, the Rockets play only two games in Week 5.
HOU • Forward • #17
22 days ago
Initially announced to have suffered a hip injury during Friday’s win over the Trail Blazers, Eason has been diagnosed with a strained oblique. While Jeff Green could move into the rotation, it’s just as likely that Josh Okogie and Reed Sheppard will absorb some of the minutes that would have gone to Eason. Jae’Sean Tate is another possibility, but he has not recorded double-digit minutes in any of his seven appearances this season.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • Center • #28
23 days ago
Şengün has been a force all season, but this was arguably his best performance of the year. He fell one assist of a triple-double, but it was the defensive production that really made this an elite performance for him. His assists and steals matched his season-high, while the blocks were the most he’s had in a game this year. On top of that, he didn’t turn the ball over once. This was an incredible outing for Şengün, and he’ll look to wrap the week up on a high note against the Magic on Sunday.