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DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thompson had just six points on six shots in 15 minutes in the 21-point loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Like the rest of the Pistons, he bounced back against the Magic on Wednesday. Thompson, who was questionable going into the game with an illness, still struggled shooting with 12 points on 14 attempts, but he collected at least 11 rebounds for the second time in his last three games. He also had six assists and a block and a steal.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Could Duren be in for a breakout season this year? The easiest path to a breakout would be an injury to Isaiah Stewart, which would mean more minutes on a regular basis for Duren. On Wednesday, the 21-year-old center played 33 minutes, though. Another way Duren could breakout is that the Pistons simply need his scoring to win games this year. The Pistons have three wins after five games. In those wins, Duren has scored at least 20 points twice and in the other game he was ejected after playing 12 minutes. With the Pistons needing points without Jaden Ivey (knee) and Malik Beasley, Duren looks like he’s ready to step up.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham joined the likes of LeBron James and Nikola Jokic as players with at least 30 points, at least 10 assists, at least three steals and at least three blocks in a game in the last 20 years. It’s perhaps even more impressive that the 24-year-old point guard had a great game after having arguably the worst game he’s had as a professional against the Cavaliers on Monday. Cunningham and the Pistons were able to bounce back for a much-needed win. Expect the team to go as far as he takes them this year.
HOU • Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Sengun offers one of the highest floors in fantasy basketball. The 23-year-old center has had at least 17 points, at least six rebounds and at least six assists in all four games so far this season. Sengun is paying off his second round ADP partly thanks to his improved three-point shooting. He’s made 8-of-14 three-point attempts to start the year.
HOU • • #
about 2 months ago
Smith became the youngest Rocket in franchise history to have at least 25 points, at least five rebounds and at least five assists in a game without turning the ball over. The 22-year-old forward had his best game of the season so far. If Smith could sustain this production, we’d be talking about a breakout season and a spot on the All-Star team.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
The Rockets have now scored at least 130 points in consecutive games and Durant has combined for 50 points in the two games. The 37-year-old power forward found his three-point shot as he made four three-pointers for the first time against the Raptors Wednesday. Durant will continue to be the focal point of the Houston offense.
DET • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Sasser has yet to play in a game this season, leaving the Pistons light at point guard behind starter Cade Cunningham. Ausar Thompson has spent more time on the ball when Cunningham rests, and Daniss Jenkins has played limited minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thompson was originally listed as questionable, but is ultimately available despite dealing with an illness. The 22-year-old small forward is coming off a six-point performance in a 21-point loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. The Pistons are looking to bounce back as a team against the Magic on Wednesday.
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert is available for the first time since the preseason, giving the Pistons much-needed depth on the perimeter. Daniss Jenkins and Chaz Lanier will likely lose out on some playing time with LeVert available, but this will not impact fantasy basketball. While he isn’t a must-roster player, LeVert is worth watching due to Detroit’s lack of supplementary playmakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thompson is still listed as questionable on the injury report, but his presence at shootaround is encouraging for his availability against Orlando. Thompson is coming off his worst game of the year, though it was by far the worst game for the Pistons as a team. They’ll look to bounce back against the Magic. If Thompson isn’t available, Ron Holland would likely slide into the starting unit.
Source: Hunter Patterson
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
Neither LeVert nor Sasser has appeared in Detroit’s last three games, with the latter being out since the preseason. Their absences have freed up rotation minutes for Daniss Jenkins and Chaz Lanier, but neither has been productive enough to merit being streamed. That will remain the case if LeVert and Sasser remain out on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Due to the absences of Marcus Sasser and Caris LeVert, Thompson has taken on more playmaking responsibilities when Cade Cunningham is off the floor. Now, he joins those two on the injury report for Wednesday’s game, potentially opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Ron Holland may be the player most likely to fill the void if Ausar can’t play, but he offers limited offensive upside.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Rockets coach Ime Udoka made the switch for this game to move Steven Adams to a reserve role and bump Okogie into the starting unit. It’s unclear if this is a move that will stick or if this was just for one game. Still, it was a strong start for Okogie, who was able to contribute on defense and from beyond the arc. If he remains a starter, he won’t be worth rostering in standard leagues, but he can be streamed in deeper formats for threes and steals.
HOU • Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Sengun struggled in Houston’s loss to Detroit, but he bounced back with an efficient performance to help the Rockets get their first win of the season. Many were expecting a breakout year from Sengun, which is why he was drafted in the second round of Yahoo! leagues. So far, in two of his three games, he has played like that player. He’s averaging 25.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.3 threes per game this season and will look to stay hot in Toronto on Wednesday.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 2 months ago
It has been a rough start to the season for Eason, but he was able to get things going on Monday, even though he didn’t contribute much on the defensive end. Eason was drafted in the 10th round of Yahoo! leagues and had been struggling to return that value. More performances like this will help, but in a reserve role, that production may not come consistently. Still, he’s too talented to leave on the waiver wire.
DET • Forward • #00
about 2 months ago
There weren’t many bright spots for the Pistons in Monday’s loss, but Holland was able to have a decent game. He was one of four Pistons to score 10 points, as he was joined by Cade Cunningham, Tobias Harris and Tolu Smith, who came in during garbage time and made the score a bit more respectable. This wasn’t a great game for Holland, but in a game this ugly, it looked a little better than his teammates.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham had gotten off to a strong start this season, but not much went right for him and the Pistons in Monday’s loss. He was held to a season low in both points and assists in what ended up being a game they’ll want to move on from quickly. They’ll look to bounce back on Wednesday against a Magic squad that just gave up a combined 94 points to Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe and Kelly Oubre Jr.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
As expected, Cunningham will suit up after initially being listed as probable. He had 25 points and eight assists in a win over the Celtics on Sunday, and the Pistons will need Cade at his best in this battle of 2-1 teams.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Rockets coach Ime Udoka is shifting away from the double-big lineup, at least for one game. He could simply be experimenting with a new opening unit against a rebuilding team. Okogie has some upside to provide steals as a starter, but he isn’t a consistent contributor on offense.
Source: Erin Summers
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
Both guards will miss another game, though they were initially listed as questionable, which is a positive sign. Ausar Thompson has stepped up as a playmaker when Cade Cunningham isn’t on the floor, so there isn’t a player to stream in with LeVert and Sasser unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Fred VanVleet (knee) suffered a torn ACL just before the start of training camp. While he has not officially been ruled out for the entire 2025-26 season, a DPE can only be granted if the player will not play. Per the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the exemption would be equivalent to 50 percent of the injured player’s annual salary. VanVleet is due to make $25 million this season. The exemption would give the Rockets more room to account for VanVleet’s absence, which would impact Reed Sheppard’s role if another guard is added to the roster.
Source: Kelly Iko
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Despite dealing with hip and facial contusions, Cunningham is on track to be available for Monday’s game. He’s played in all three of Detroit’s games thus far, averaging a career-high 37.0 minutes. Fantasy managers should plan for Cunningham to occupy his usual place in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Sasser, who has been dealing with a right hip impingement, has yet to appear in a game this season. With the Pistons putting the ball in Ausar Thompson’s hands more, especially when Cade Cunningham is resting, Sasser’s availability will not impact fantasy basketball. However, his return would give the Pistons another option to consider on the perimeter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert has missed the Pistons’ last two games, including Sunday’s win over the Celtics. While his return would give Detroit additional depth on the wing, it would not significantly impact fantasy basketball. Rookie Chaz Lanier appeared in the two games LeVert missed but only totaled 17 minutes. There’s no need to roster Lanier in a redraft league, regardless of LeVert’s availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren bounced back in a major way after he was ejected in the first half of the Pistons’ win over the Rockets on Friday. The 21-year-old center had a ceiling game with 24 points and 17 rebounds. He played 28 minutes while Isaiah Stewart played 21. Duren’s fantasy value would benefit from more minutes or being more consistently active on the defensive end, but both remain to be seen.
DET • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thompson continues to play big minutes and produce so far this season. The 22-year-old small forward has played at least 33 minutes, scored at least 19 points and had at least nine rebounds in two of the Pistons’ first three games. With Jaden Ivey (knee) out indefinitely and Caris LeVert (hamstring) missing some games, all the Pistons’ starters are benefitting and Thompson is chief among that group. He hasn’t even scratched the surface of his potential yet.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham turned the ball over another six times, giving him 14 turnovers in the last two games. While the turnovers are certainly a concern for fantasy managers, it hasn’t stopped Cunningham from being an effective offensive player or the Pistons from winning. Fantasy managers might just have to learn to live with Cunningham’s penchant for turnovers and factor that in for their team builds.
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert and Sasser will both miss another game due to their respective injuries. The absences mean Ausar Thompson and Daniss Jenkins will be asked to contribute more as on-ball playmakers when Cade Cunningham is not on the floor. While Thompson is worth rostering regardless of LeVert or Sasser’s statuses, Jenkins can remain on the waiver wire.
Source: John Karalis
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
Both reserve guards missed Friday’s game against the Rockets and will likely remain out for another game. Ausar Thompson and Daniss Jenkins will likely occupy the ball handling duties when Cade Cunningham is on the bench with LeVert and Sasser unlikely to be available
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Sengun had 39 points in the season opener against the Thunder, but looked more like the offensive player he’s been in previous years on Friday. Sengun missed both of his three-point attempts after making 5-of-8 on Tuesday. He was 5-of-18 from the field overall. With Fred VanVleet (ACL) out, consistent scoring from Sengun is paramount for the Rockets’ season.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Durant had 23 points in a return to OKC on ring night in the season opener. It was a solid game, but he was closer to unstoppable against the Pistons on Friday. Durant was getting to the foul line at will and made 16-of-18 free throw attempts. The 37-year-old power forward kept the Rockets in the game as none of his teammates reached even 20 points.
DET • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Robinson bounced back after scoring two points on seven shots in 32 minutes in the season opener against the Bulls. The 31-year-old small forward had 17 points on nine shots including four made three-pointers. Robinson is essentially first in line to fill the Malik Beasley-sized hole in the Pistons’ lineup and he did an adequate job of that against the Rockets on Friday.
DET • Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Cunningham wasn’t particularly efficient in this one, but got the job done against the Rockets. The 24-year-old point guard had 21 points on 16 shots and nine assists with eight turnovers. Cunningham was able to trust his teammates, who had a much better shooting night overall than in the season opener against the Bulls. He’ll look to have a better individual game against the Celtics on Sunday in the Pistons’ home opener.
DET • Center • #0
about 2 months ago
Duren was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul during the second quarter of Friday’s contest when attempting to position himself to rebound a potential shot attempt. Engaged with Houston’s Amen Thompson, Duren swung his arm, which caused his elbow to connect with Thompson’s face. He was tossed from the game following the blow, exiting with six points in 12 minutes.
Source: DJ Bien-Aime
DET • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Marcus Sasser’s regular-season debut will be on hold a bit longer, as a hip injury will keep him on the sideline. The third-year guard averaged 6.6 points and 2.3 assists per game in his sophomore campaign. He’ll likely play a reserve role upon his return to the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Crawford will be available after missing the first game of the regular season, but he won’t see the floor often for Houston this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Tate will be available to make his season debut after missing Tuesday’s game against the Thunder. If Tate sees the floor, he will only play a minimal role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert was initially listed as probable for this game before being downgraded to questionable a few hours before tipoff. Now, he’s officially been ruled out. Ron Holland should be the primary reserve off the bench, with Daniss Jenkins potentially entering the rotation to play some backup point guard minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
Initially listed as probable due to a knee injury, LeVert will carry a questionable tag into Friday’s contest with a new injury. The late status update does not bode well for his chances of suiting up in this contest, which means more playing time could be available for Duncan Robinson and Ron Holland II.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • Guard • #25
about 2 months ago
Sasser was listed as doubtful ahead of the season opener as well. Caris LeVert should fill out the backup guard minutes once again with Sasser expected to remain out, and Ausar Thompson should see extra playmaking opportunities after dishing out seven assists on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DET • G • #3
about 2 months ago
LeVert should be good to go once again after also being listed as probable ahead of the season opener. He had eight points in 21 minutes off the bench and should see a similar workload in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Crawford was unavailable for the season opener, but even if he is available to take on Detroit, it is unlikely that he is part of the rotation this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Tate missed the season opener, and Ime Udoka’s hope was to have him back for this game. There is a chance, though his role in the rotation will likely be limited, if he sees the floor at all.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
about 2 months ago
Evidently, it wasn’t just a matchup-based decision to roll with the double-big lineup against the Thunder. Adams finished with four points, 13 rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes in the opener, though six of those minutes came during the two overtimes. Adams should continue to hold some residual value as a source of boards in deeper leagues.
Source: Danielle Lerner
DET • Forward-Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Had the Pistons mounted a comeback and won this game, Stewart would’ve been the player of the game for Detroit hands down. The 24-year-old power forward had 20 points on 14 shots, made both of his three-point attempts, grabbed 10 rebounds and had four blocks. All in 25 minutes of action. Stewart isn’t always going to be this efficient offensively and even when he is he doesn’t play over 30 minutes. He’s still going to be hard pressed to provide standalone fantasy value this year.
HOU • G • #15
about 2 months ago
Sheppard was not in the starting five for Tuesday’s opener, with Rockets head coach Ime Udoka preferring to go with a big lineup that featured Amen Thompson at the point. Sheppard did play 28 minutes off the bench, but there were struggles, especially on defense. Oklahoma City wasted no time attacking Sheppard in the half-court while forcing him to make plays offensively. This wasn’t the worst night for the second-year guard, but it was a reminder of how much room for growth there is. And with Aaron Holiday picking up a DNP-CD, playing time should not be an issue for Sheppard.
HOU • • #
about 2 months ago
Smith was one of four Rockets starters to attempt at least 15 shots in Tuesday’s double-overtime defeat, which is good news for a player who averaged a career-low 9.9 shots per game last season. With the lineup Houston rolled out Tuesday night, with Smith starting at small forward, he’ll have ample catch-and-shoot opportunities playing off of Alperen Şengün, Kevin Durant and Amen Thompson. If Smith can convert at a solid clip while providing improved rebound and defensive production, he can approach top-100 fantasy value this season.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Tuesday’s opening night thriller required two overtime periods to determine a winner, but Thompson was not on the court for most of those 10 minutes. He exited with what appeared to be a cramp in his right calf with just under four minutes remaining in the first overtime and did not return. Following the loss, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka confirmed the cramping for his star wing. Thompson missed all seven of his three-point attempts on the night, but his willingness to keep shooting is encouraging. Thompson finished with a complete stat line, and there’s a lot to like about his fantasy potential with the ball being in his hands more.
Source: Will Guillory
HOU • Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
Returning to the city where he began his NBA career on Thunder ring/banner night, Durant struggled with his perimeter shot (0-of-4 from three) and finished with more turnovers (four) than assists (three) in the one-point defeat. Things could have worsened in the first overtime, as Durant was signaling for a timeout the Rockets did not have. However, the officials did not acknowledge the request, so the game went into a second overtime. Durant, who was excellent in the mid-range, will find his perimeter shot in time while getting more acclimated to an offense that currently lacks a legitimate point guard. There’s no need to sound the alarm after Game 1, and his overall shooting and rebounding numbers were solid.
HOU • Center • #28
about 2 months ago
Şengün was sensational in Tuesday’s one-point defeat, recording a complete stat line and finishing three assists shy of a triple-double. Included in that stat line was a 5-of-8 effort from beyond the arc, a career-high in made triples for the Rockets center. Şengün effectively served as the starting power forward in Houston’s opening lineup, as head coach Ime Udoka decided to go big and start Steven Adams (four points, 13 rebounds and three assists in 37 minutes) at center. Regardless of where he’s used within the Rockets’ offense, Şengün will be a critical figure, especially with Fred VanVleet (ACL) unavailable. One game doesn’t constitute an entire season, but managers who have Şengün rostered must be thrilled with his performance on Opening Night.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 2 months ago
Finney-Smith underwent ankle surgery in early June, and during media day in late September, Udoka said the veteran forward would likely miss the start of the regular season. Based on Tuesday’s update, it’s unknown when Finney-Smith will be deemed healthy enough to play. Consider him out indefinitely, and there’s no need to stash DFS in an IL+ slot.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Still recovering from offseason ankle surgery, Tate did not play at all during the preseason and will not be available for Tuesday’s opener against the Thunder. However, he appears close to a return, with Udoka saying the team hopes to have Tate available on Friday. He can fill multiple roles, providing frontcourt depth off the bench, but there isn’t much to gain from rostering Tate in fantasy leagues.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Crawford was unlikely to be part of the Rockets’ rotation if he were deemed healthy enough to play. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #24
about 2 months ago
Crawford, limited during the preseason, may be available for Tuesday’s opener. However, his status does not impact the Rockets’ rotation or fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #8
about 2 months ago
Tate, who underwent right ankle surgery during the offseason, is not ready to return to game action. He did not offer fantasy value last season, and that’s unlikely to change in 2025-26, especially with the offseason additions to the Rockets’ roster.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
about 2 months ago
Udoka has been coy about his starting five, but this update confirms that he’s rolling out a jumbo lineup. At 6'7, Thompson is the shortest of the group, as every other starter stands 6'11. Oklahoma City will likely be starting Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren, so perhaps the first unit for this contest is purely matchup-based. Fantasy managers should expect Durant, Thompson and Sengun to be locked into the starting five, but the other two spots may be fluid.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
HOU • Forward • #35
about 2 months ago
According to Shams, Durant was eligible for a max extension of up to $120 million but took less money to help the team remain flexible with its roster moving forward. The final season of the deal (2027-28) includes a player option, and Durant won’t be an unrestricted free agent again until the summer of 2028. Houston clearly believes its title window is open for the immediate future with Durant on the roster, so locking him in for two additional seasons was a no-brainer. Durant’s age and Houston’s depth may make his minutes harder to come by this season, but he’s still likely to finish as a top-25 fantasy player in 2025-26.
Source: Shams Charania
HOU • G • #20
about 2 months ago
After appearing in 36 NBA games over three seasons with the Celtics, Davison is on a two-way contract with the Rockets. The former G League star is not in a position where he’ll be guaranteed rotation minutes, but Houston lacks guard depth in the aftermath of Fred VanVleet’s torn ACL. With G League players allowed to be active for up to 50 regular-season games, there may be times when Davison is asked to play rotation minutes off the bench. He isn’t a draftable player in fantasy leagues, but savvy deep-league managers will have Davison on their watchlists.
HOU • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
With the Rockets resting most of their key players in their expected regular-season rotation, Okogie started and had the ultimate “green light” in Atlanta. The former Georgia Tech standout put up excellent numbers on Thursday, but fantasy managers should know this is not the norm. Okogie will be called upon to provide solid defense off the bench, and there may be a few opportunities to knock down shots during the regular season. However, Thursday’s performance is not enough to make him a draftable player in most fantasy leagues.
HOU • G • #15
about 2 months ago
Houston’s rotation for Thursday’s preseason finale was limited, as head coach Ime Udoka rested most of his key players. However, that decision opened things up for Sheppard, who took advantage of the opportunity. In addition to shooting efficiently and making plays for others, the second-year guard was an absolute menace defensively. Sheppard’s role on Thursday did not resemble what he’ll be asked to do once the games count. However, his solid play throughout the preseason was encouraging, especially with Fred VanVleet (knee) possibly missing the entire season. Sheppard isn’t an automatic top-100 pick in standard drafts, but he should not last too far beyond that threshold.