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SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
about 1 month ago
Waters will miss a second straight game, though he has only played 6.8 minutes per game this season and isn’t a consistent part of the rotation when healthy. His continued absence won’t impact the Spurs’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
This will be a fifth straight absence for Sochan, though he hasn’t been part of the rotation when healthy. His continued absence won’t alter the Spurs’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper missed Thursday’s game against Dallas and could miss a second straight game. Jordan McLaughlin filled out 13 minutes off the bench in that game and could fill a similar role if Harper remains out, though he isn’t a player to consider streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Kornet has been filling the backup center minutes recently, but that role will fall to Kelly Olynyk for this game if he is available. He is questionable with left foot soreness, which means Bismack Biyombo would be next in line to fill the role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Tate has only played a small role when available this season. Dorian Finney-Smith, who will be back after missing Wednesday’s game, should see a few extra minutes with Tate sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
DFS sat out the first leg of this back-to-back, but he will be available for the second. Tari Eason is questionable after playing on Wednesday, so they may have been trying to stagger their availability. DFS should play his typical 15 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
On the second night of a back-to-back, there is a chance Eason isn’t available. He hasn’t played in a back-to-back this season, and if that trend continues, Josh Okogie should start in his place, with Reed Sheppard taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
While Stephon Castle (14/3/4/3/2 in 26 minutes) was available after missing Sunday’s win over the Magic, his return did not prevent Fox from hitting double figures in assists for a second consecutive game. This is the second time the Spurs guard has accomplished this feat this season, with the first occurring in mid-November. Fox will look to make it three straight when the Spurs visit Dallas on Thursday.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama recorded his 22nd double-double of the season on Wednesday, helping the Spurs hold off the shorthanded Thunder. All that his final stat line lacked was a steal, but that isn’t a big deal for those who have the big fella rostered. The Spurs play two more games in Week 16, starting with the Mavericks on Thursday.
SAS • Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
After totaling 20 points on 6-of-14 shooting in the Spurs’ prior two games, Johnson had one of his most productive nights of the season. The 25 points were the most in a game for him since January 7, when he scored 27 in a win over the Lakers. While Johnson has value in points leagues, his category-league value takes a hit because his production outside of points and rebounds is limited. Wednesday was a good night for the veteran forward, but it doesn’t change much in terms of his fantasy outlook.
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Smith has hit double figures in four straight and eight of his last ten games, providing some semblance of consistency. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-50 player in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Smith’s fantasy upside may be limited due to him sharing a lineup with Kevin Durant, Alperen Şengün and Amen Thompson. Still, he’s capable of providing good enough value to merit being rostered in 12-team leagues.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
While both teams started slowly in Wednesday’s game, the Celtics got going after halftime, while the Rockets didn’t. The result was a 114-93 beating, and Durant struggled throughout. He missed all four of his three-point attempts, and KD has now scored 28 points over the last two games on 10-of-28 shooting. The good news for fantasy managers is that Durant won’t have long to dwell on this performance, as the Rockets host the red-hot Hornets on Thursday.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
A frustrating night for Şengün ended prematurely, as he was ejected for arguing a no-call on a drive to the basket. He was the second Rocket to be ejected, with head coach Ime Udoka receiving his marching orders at the end of the third quarter. Şengün finished with 13 points (5-of-12 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and one blocked shot.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle is good to go after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Magic. His return likely pushes Harrison Barnes back to the bench. That won’t have a significant impact on fantasy basketball, as Barnes is on the waiver wire in most leagues.
Source: Paul Garcia
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Initially listed as questionable with a foot injury, Olynyk has subsequently been ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder. With Victor Wembanyama healthy, Olynyk wouldn’t have entered the Spurs rotation anyway, so his absence doesn’t impact the plans of the Spurs or fantasy managers.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper popped up on the injury report Wednesday morning with an ankle injury and has since been ruled out for the game against the Thunder. Jordan McLaughlin should backfill the extra backup point guard minutes vacated by Harper on Wednesday.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant was initially listed as probable with an ankle injury, so his availability isn’t a surprise. The 37-year-old small forward missed Monday’s game against the Pacers after tweaking something in his ankle. It was only the third game Durant has missed all season. Reed Sheppard will return to the bench with Durant back in the starting lineup.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Olynyk could miss this game, but he hasn’t been part of the rotation for San Antonio since Victor Wembanyama returned to the lineup. With Wemby healthy, Olynyk’s status won’t impact the Spurs’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Harper didn’t make the initial injury report, but there is now a chance he misses this game. Harper has played well recently, averaging 17.0 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists over the Spurs’ last three games. Jordan McLaughlin would fill out a few extra minutes as the backup point guard if Harper is sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Wednesday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Rockets, who face the Hornets on Thursday. As a result, Finney-Smith will not play due to left ankle injury management. His absence may result in increased playing time for Jae’Sean Tate, but there’s no streaming value to be had there.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant missed just his third game of the entire season Monday against the Pacers. The 37-year-old small forward tweaked something in his ankle, but the injury doesn’t appear to be serious. Durant is listed as probable for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics. Reed Sheppard will return to the bench with Durant expected to return.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #43
about 1 month ago
Waters is dealing with a hyperextended left knee suffered during Sunday’s win over the Magic and will miss at least one game. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as he does not play consistent rotation minutes when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Wednesday’s game will be the fourth that Sochan has missed with a strained left quad. The few who still have the former first-round pick rostered will have to root for him to be traded ahead of Thursday’s deadline. When healthy, Sochan doesn’t get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
After sitting out Sunday’s win over the Magic, Castle practiced on Tuesday, albeit in a limited capacity. He should be considered questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder, with Harrison Barnes likely remaining in the starting lineup if Castle can’t play.
Source: Jeff McDonald
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thompson had a subpar night from the floor, but he was able to pour in the counting stats to make up for it. He came close to recording a triple-double and was still able to make a big impact on the defensive end. Thompson started the year off slowly, but he has turned into the player that managers were hoping he would be when they took him in the second and third rounds of fantasy drafts. He’ll look to keep this going against the Celtics on Wednesday.
HOU • G • #15
about 1 month ago
With Kevin Durant (ankle) sidelined for this game, Sheppard started for the first time since Dec. 1 and was able to get off to a strong start by scoring 11 points in the first half. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to add any more points after the break, though he was able to contribute in other categories to make this a well-rounded stat line despite it being a subpar shooting night for him. This isn’t expected to be a long-term absence for Durant, but if he remains out against the Celtics on Wednesday, Sheppard could get another start.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
January was a rough month for Şengün, but Indiana didn’t have any answers for him in this game. He matched his season high for scoring, which he initially set in his first game of the season. He also matched his season high for rebounds, which he set in early November. Şengün has had an excellent season, though he wasn’t named as an All-Star this season. He’ll look to build on this performance against the Celtics on Wednesday.
HOU • G • #15
about 1 month ago
Rockets coach Ime Udoka said that Durant tweaked his ankle by stepping on a fan’s foot on Sunday, and they’re hoping it isn’t a lengthy absence for him. Sheppard should see plenty of usage and minutes as a starter against a rebuilding team.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama had his 45th game since entering the league with at least five blocks, which is the most in that span and as many as the next three players combined. The 22-year-old power forward has had five blocks in three of his last five games. Wembanyama has provided seventh overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Spurs have three games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Thunder.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama had 16 points and eight rebounds in 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets. The 22-year-old power forward was on the injury report as questionable with a calf injury, but is ultimately available on the second night of a back-to-back.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle is officially out, with the Spurs’ travel issues doing the team no favors. So, he’ll get the night off, which will likely lead to Harrison Barnes moving back into the starting lineup after coming off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets.
Source: Michael C. Wright
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
The Rockets have four games in Week 16, but Durant will be available for only three of those games at best. The 37-year-old small forward is dealing with an ankle injury and has already been ruled out for Monday’s matchup with the Pacers. Durant had only missed two games all season to this point as he’s been remarkably durable despite his age.
SAS • Point Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
This is the second time the game has been moved back due to the Spurs’ issues getting out of Charlotte following Saturday’s loss to the Hornets. Initially scheduled to begin at 3 PM Eastern, the start time was pushed back to 7 PM, and now to 9 PM.
Source: NBA Communications
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
On Saturday, Vassell made his first start since returning from a strained adductor, playing 30 minutes in a loss to the Hornets. His absence from the injury report for Sunday bodes well for the workload that he’s capable of carrying. Harrison Barnes came off the bench against Charlotte, and he’ll likely remain in that role if Stephon Castle (adductor) can play on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game will be the third that Sochan has missed with a strained left quad. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the fourth-year forward is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Wembanyama is on the injury report after playing 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets, joining Stephon Castle (adductor) on the questionable line. If Wemby is given the night off, the Spurs would turn to Luke Kornet to fill the void in the starting lineup. Wembanyama’s absence would also push Kelly Olynyk into the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Castle is one of two Spurs’ starters on the injury report for Sunday’s game after playing in Saturday’s loss to the Hornets, with Victor Wembanyama being the other. With Devin Vassell back in the fold, the Spurs can slide Harrison Barnes back into the starting lineup if Castle can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Having made multiple three-pointers in four straight games, Smith’s 19 points were the most for him since dropping 32 in a January 18 win over the Pelicans. Since that performance, the 6-foot-10 forward has been a fifth-round player in eight-cat formats. In nine-cat formats, Smith has been a top-100 player this season, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (115). The Rockets play four games in Week 16, starting with the Pacers on Monday.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
Şengün’s percentages were poor, but those with him on their fantasy rosters received good value in the rebound and assist categories. For the first time since mid-December, the Rockets’ center has reached double digits in rebounds in three consecutive games. As for the shooting, Şengün will look to clean that up on Monday when the Rockets visit the Pacers. That’s the first of four games the Rockets are scheduled to play during Week 16.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thompson was excellent on Saturday as the Rockets held off the Mavericks. He’s scored at least 21 points in two of his last three appearances, and the nine assists recorded against Dallas equaled the athletic wing’s total in his previous two outings. Over the past month, Thompson has averaged nearly 19 points per game, which is one reason he has been a top-40 player during this stretch. The Rockets begin a four-game Week 16 on Monday against the Pacers.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
The game was initially scheduled for a 4 PM Eastern tip. However, inclement weather has prevented the Spurs from leaving Charlotte following their loss to the Hornets on Saturday afternoon. The Spurs are supposed to return home on Sunday, but that isn’t guaranteed.
SAS • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
After contributing 16 points off the bench in Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, Harper recorded his fifth 20-point game of the season in Charlotte. While the role does limit the rookie guard’s ceiling, he’s been close to a top-100 player over the past two weeks. If Devin Vassell sits out Sunday’s game against the Magic because it’s San Antonio’s second game in as many days, Harper may receive a slight boost despite coming off the bench.
SAS • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
While Castle’s perimeter shooting has been a concern for some fantasy managers, how he values the basketball is far more critical. The second-year guard has now committed three turnovers or fewer in five straight games, the first time he’s done so this season. Also, Castle has dished out 36 assists during this period. Slowly but surely, the 2024 lottery pick is making strides with his decision-making.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell returned to the starting lineup on Saturday after coming off the bench in his first two games back from a strained adductor. While he recorded a complete stat line in Charlotte, the impact was a bit muted. However, Vassell getting back to 30 minutes is the most notable aspect of his line. Harrison Barnes moved to the bench, finishing with 11 points, three rebounds, two assists and three three-pointers in 25 minutes. With the Spurs hosting the Magic on Sunday, Barnes would likely be back with the starters if they decide to sit Vassell.
SAS • Center and Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
After taking over Wednesday’s win over the Rockets, Wembanyama was held in check by the red-hot Hornets on Saturday. The limited offensive production wasn’t the only issue for fantasy managers, as the 7-foot-4 phenom didn’t bring much defensive output to the table, either. After tallying 14 blocked shots in his prior three games, Wembanyama did not have any against the Hornets. Days like Saturday don’t happen very often for Wemby, so there’s no need to be concerned. The Spurs host the Magic on Sunday in their final game of Week 15.
SAS • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Vassell is back in the starting lineup after coming off the bench in his first two appearances after missing nearly a month with a strained adductor. However, his inclusion does not come at the expense of Champagnie. Instead, it’s Harrison Barnes who heads to the bench, so those who were streaming Champagnie should hold onto him for a bit longer.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
DFS sat out the second leg of Houston’s back-to-back, but he’ll be back to take on Dallas. He’ll fill out the backup minutes at power forward, which means Jae’sean Tate will lose out on minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Eason missed Thursday’s game, which was the second night of a back-to-back. He’ll be back against Dallas, and he has been starting, which means Josh Okogie will head back to the bench after recording a double-double as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
SAS • Power Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
Sochan will miss a second straight game, but that won’t have much if an impact on San Antonio’s rotation. He hasn’t seen the floor much when healthy, and Devin Vassell is now healthy. Sochan could make a fantasy impact for a different team if he is traded at the deadline, but he isn’t worth rostering as a Spur.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • • #
about 1 month ago
Smith entered the league as a high-caliber defensive prospect, but that hasn’t led to many defensive stats during his career. Those numbers are slightly up this year, but he still hasn’t been effective. However, in this game, he was able to make a massive impact on that end. He set a new career high for blocks and matched his season high for steals. That hasn’t been the norm for him, and managers shouldn’t expect that to continue moving forward. Still, it was an excellent night for him.
HOU • Center • #15
about 1 month ago
In his return to Atlanta, Capela was able to have a solid night in 18 minutes off the bench. He hasn’t been great in his first season back in Houston, but with Steven Adams (ankle) set to miss the rest of the season, Capela will be the primary center option off the bench moving forward. That isn’t going to result in much value in standard leagues, but if Alperen Şengün ends up missing any time, Capela could hold value as a streamer.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
Durant gas been on fire recently, and he was able to have another strong scoring performance in this game. This was his fourth 30-point game in his last five appearances, and he shot better than 50 percent in three of those. Durant remains one of the best players in fantasy basketball and has provided top-15 value in nine-category leagues over the past two months. He should remain hot against the Mavericks on Saturday to wrap up this week.
HOU • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the Rockets’ starting lineup for Thursday night is Okogie, who replaces Tari Eason for the second night of Houston’s back-to-back. With Dorian Finney-Smith also out, Okogie may play a bit more than he usually would, raising his fantasy ceiling slightly. He still is not someone worth rostering in most leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
Şengün was a game-time decision for Thursday’s game due to a sprained right ankle, but he’s good to go. He’ll take on his usual role as the starting center, with Clint Capela missing out on a potential increase to his playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
The Rockets will already be without Steven Adams, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Tari Eason, so losing Sengun would make them desperately short on big men. Of course, the Hawks will also be without their starting center, Onyeka Okongwu, so both teams could go with smaller lineups. Clint Capela would be in line to start if Sengun misses this game.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Eason played 25 minutes in Wednesday’s game against the Spurs, but the plan was always to sit him for the second leg of the back-to-back. With Dorian Finney-Smith also sitting out, there should be extra minutes for Clint Capela and maybe even Jae’Sean Tate.
HOU • Forward • #17
about 1 month ago
Finney-Smith played 19 scoreless minutes in yesterday’s game against the Spurs, but it was always the plan for him to then sit on Thursday with the Rockets being cautious about his ankle injury. DFS should get more minutes with Steven Adams out for the season, but he doesn’t have much fantasy value.
HOU • Center • #28
about 1 month ago
Sengun struggled on the offensive end against the Spurs. He shot inefficiently from the floor, making less than half of his 20 attempts. And he also couldn’t capitalize at the free-throw line in this game. He still nearly totaled 20 points and, with double-digit rebounds and a team-high in assists, nearly logged a triple-double. Even Sengun’s underwhelming performances amount to good fantasy production. He has a high floor, which is comforting for fantasy managers.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Thompson was electric on Wednesday, despite his production and several entertaining highlights coming in a loss. He finished at the rim fantastically with powerful dunks, and didn’t turn down his aggressiveness throughout the game — he finished as Houston’s leader in points, shot attempts, and steals. Wednesday’s balanced performance served as a nice bounce-back for him after shooting 3-of-10 from the floor for eight points in the prior game. He’ll take the floor again on Thursday against the Hawks.
HOU • Forward • #35
about 1 month ago
The Rockets’ two-game winning streak came to an end on Wednesday, but that didn’t prevent Durant from doing what he does best. The veteran wing was the Rockets’ second-leading scorer on the evening, as he utilized the three-point line and the charity stripe, while also functioning inside the arc. He was also able to make plays for others when he wasn’t focused on only making shots. And although it wasn’t his best performance, even Durant’s relatively mediocre games are productive and useful when it comes to fantasy basketball.