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IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard had a rough afternoon in Toronto, continuing a slump in which he’s shot 12-of-40 from the field over his last three games. Having shot 36.1 percent from the field, his fantasy value is ranked outside the top 150 over the past two weeks. While his season-long fantasy value remains respectable, Nembhard’s value has not received the boost that many fantasy managers hoped with Tyrese Haliburton unavailable. He’s higher on opposing teams’ scouting reports, and that’s affected Nembhard’s efficiency.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Sunday’s game got away from Siakam and the Pacers in the third quarter, as the Raptors outscored them by a 44-26 margin. That factored into Spicy P playing only 24 minutes, which may be a concerning development for managers counting on him to deliver consistently excellent production through the fantasy playoffs. However, this was the first game since January 10 in which Siakam played less than 32 minutes, so there’s no need to panic. The Pacers play five games in Week 17, starting with the Knicks on Tuesday.
IND • Shooting Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Furphy appeared to injure his right knee due to an awkward landing after throwing down a dunk during the third quarter. Requiring assistance to get off the court, the second-year wing was then taken to the locker room via wheelchair. Furphy finished with four points, two rebounds and three assists in 15 minutes.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter was active for Friday’s loss to the Bucks, playing 16 minutes off the bench. He’ll likely take on a similar workload against Toronto, which makes Potter a non-factor in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Nesmith is good to go. He’ll take on his usual role within the starting lineup, and Jarace Walker remains with the reserves.
Source: Indiana Pacers
ATL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Available to make his Hawks debut, Hield did not play as Quin Snyder stuck to a nine-man rotation. While things could always change after the All-Star break, since the team will be able to get in some practice time, Hield wasn’t a good fantasy option with the Warriors before the trade. There’s no need to roster him in fantasy leagues.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Wearing a facemask reminiscent of the one worn by Hannibal Lecter, Okongwu returned to the Hawks’ lineup after a four-game absence. The fact that he shot over 50 percent from the field was a positive, as was his ability to play 30 minutes. Jock Landale (five points, one assist and one three-pointer), who shone in his Hawks debut, played 17 minutes off the bench. Unfortunately, fantasy managers will be best served to move on from him with Okongwu back in the fold.
ATL • F • #10
about 1 month ago
There’s never a good time to suffer an injury, but Risacher’s knee injury came on the heels of him shooting 7-of-9 from three in a January 7 win over the Pelicans. In his first three games back, the Hawks forward shot 2-of-10 from deep, so Saturday’s 4-of-4 effort was a welcome sign. For the season, Risacher is shooting 35 percent from three, making it easy to dismiss Saturday as a departure from the norm. He was also responsible for three blocks in the defeat, another statistical anomaly for the second-year wing.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson, who’s headed to the All-Star Game for the first time next week, recorded another stellar stat line on Saturday. The only thing missing was a blocked shot, but he remained efficient as a scorer and playmaker. Over the past two weeks, Johnson has provided top-10 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. The Hawks open a five-game Week 17 on Monday in Minnesota, with three of the games scheduled for after the All-Star break.
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu is back after missing the last four games due to undergoing dental surgery. His return will send Jock Landale to the bench, though it’s worth waiting to see how Landale is used as a reserve before dropping him in fantasy leagues.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter played 16 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Bucks and will take on a similar workload if available on Sunday. If Potter can’t play, starter Jay Huff’s playing time will likely increase, with the Pacers going small when he’s not on the court.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith is dealing with a sprained left elbow. If he can’t play on Sunday, the Pacers would likely move Jarace Walker of Ben Sheppard into the starting lineup. Turnover concerns aside, Walker offers a much higher fantasy ceiling than Sheppard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
Kuminga sustained a bone bruise to his left knee while he was still with the Warriors. The injury occurred in the January 22 game against the Mavericks. The Hawks say the 23-year-old power forward will be sidelined through the All-Star break before being re-evaluated. Fans will have to wait until then before getting their first glimpse of Kuminga in an Atlanta uniform.
Source: Hawks
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Walker came off the bench and nearly secured a double-double in his 30 minutes of game action. He took advantage of his scoring opportunities by converting shots at an efficient rate and was active on the boards throughout the game, allowing him to finish as Indiana’s leading rebounder. The versatile forward did some good things on the defensive end, as well, leading to another strong performance overall. Walker should continue to be a nice piece off Indiana’s bench the rest of the season.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam struggled with his shooting on Friday, especially from behind the three-point line, where he made just one of eight attempts. Missed opportunities from the foul line also cost him some points, but he still finished as Indiana’s second-leading scorer against the Bucks. The veteran forward made up for his inefficient shooting performance by making solid contributions on the glass and as a passer. Yet, he left a lot of meat on the bone in this game. He’ll have a chance to get back on track against the Raptors on Sunday.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Despite inefficient shooting, especially from beyond the arc, Nembhard had the shooting volume and free-throw production to conclude as Indiana’s leading scorer on Friday. He shouldered the load as a facilitator, as well, leading the Pacers in assists and nearly notching a double-double. The production and high minutes total were encouraging from a fantasy basketball perspective, given his recent missed game due to a back injury. Nembhard’s health will be something to monitor, but he appears to be in a good spot at the moment.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is back in the lineup, and so is Aaron Nesmith, for Indiana’s first game following the trade deadline. This opening unit will almost certainly change once Ivica Zubac, whom the Pacers just traded for, is available to play. But they’ll have to do without his services on Friday as they try to end a two-game losing streak.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter will return from a one-game absence to face the Bucks on Friday. He’ll likely have a chance to play a bigger-than-usual role in the game, as the Pacers’ frontcourt suddenly looks thin while they await Ivica Zubac’s availability after recently trading for him and shipping out Isaiah Jackson. Potter is averaging 6.7 points and 3.8 rebounds across 18 appearances.
Source: Indiana Pacers
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last four games after undergoing dental surgery. If he’s able to return on Saturday, that would push the new addition, Jock Landale, to the bench. However, fantasy managers who have rostered Landale should hold onto him until it’s clear how much he’ll play as the backup center.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
According to Landale, he was sitting on the plane, ready to head to Utah, when he was told that he was going to Atlanta instead. And it’s a good thing for the Hawks that they got in on that trade. Making his Hawks’ debut against the Jazz, the 6-foot-11 center became the second player in franchise history to record at least 25 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in his debut, joining Glenn Robinson. At a minimum, Landale needs to be rostered as long as the Hawks are without Onyeka Okongwu (mouth).
Source: NBA
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
After recording a total of two triple-doubles in his first four NBA seasons, Johnson now has ten in 2025-26 alone. The Hawks’ forward, who was named an All-Star for the first time on Sunday, is the unquestioned cornerstone in Atlanta, and likely for some dynasty league rosters as well. Johnson and the Hawks end Week 16 with a game against the red-hot Hornets on Saturday.
ATL • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Alexander-Walker delivered a win on Thursday, as his jumper with 1.3 seconds remaining was the difference in the 121-119 victory. His play throughout the season was one reason why the Hawks were willing to end the Trae Young era, and fantasy managers have also benefited. Alexander-Walker has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats, and there’s no reason to believe that he can’t maintain that production level for the rest of the season.
Source: NBA
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Acquired from the Jazz on Wednesday, Landale will start his Hawks’ debut against Utah. The former Grizzlies center was initially sent west as part of the Jaren Jackson Jr. deal, and the Hawks later acquired him from Utah. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out, Landale is worth rostering, as he was when he was filling in for Zach Edey in Memphis.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
After playing 11 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Rockets, Potter was held out of Tuesday’s loss to the Jazz. While there should be rotation minutes available on Friday if he plays, how much action he sees will depend in part on the Pacers’ plans for new addition Ivica Zubac, and if he’s with the team by then.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Jazz, as it was the Pacers’ second game of a back-to-back. With Spicy P back in the fold, Jarace Walker is most likely headed to the bench. Walker will still play rotation minutes, and his fantasy ceiling will be higher as the season progresses, given the Pacers’ focus on rebuilding.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Jazz, as it was Indiana’s second game in as many nights. His return will push Ben Sheppard to the bench. Not offering much streaming when inserted into the starting lineup, Sheppard is not worth holding onto in most leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is available after sitting out the second game of Indiana’s Monday/Tuesday back-to-back. His return means rookie Kam Jones will head to the bench, where he doesn’t offer much value to fantasy managers. However, Jones should play plenty between now and the end of the season as the Pacers look to improve their chances of landing a high-lottery pick.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
McConnell will be back in the Pacers’ rotation after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Jazz, which was Indiana’s second game in as many nights. With Andrew Nembhard (back) also available, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson will likely lose out on playing time against Milwaukee.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be the fourth that Okongwu has missed due to a dental fracture that required surgery. The Hawks will rely on Jock Landale to fill the void. Acquired from the Jazz on Wednesday, Landale is worth streaming until Okongwu is healthy enough to play.
Source: Brad Rowland
IND • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
The 2023 first-round pick will be an add-on as part of the trade that was centered around Ivica Zubac being sent to Indiana. Brown was only playing 8.7 minutes per game for the Clippers this year, but with the Pacers now needing to finish with a top-four pick to avoid sending it to the Clippers, Brown should get an opportunity to play big minutes as the team tanks.
Source: Shams Charania
IND • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Even though the Pacers are not in contention this season, Zubac is signed through the 2027-28 season with his three-year, $58.6 million deal. The 28-year-old is averaging 14.4 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 43 games this season. He will slide into the starting center role for a team in desperate need of a big man, and then will form a strong core with Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam next season. This trade is also good news for the Thunder, who own the rights to the Clippers’ first-round pick. With the Clippers trading away Zubac and James Harden, that pick figures to be pretty high in the upcoming draft. The Pacers are also sending their 2016 first-round pick to the Clippers, but that pick is top 1-4 and 10-30 protected. Given that the Pacers currently have the third-worst record in the NBA, it would be a huge risk for them to play their best lineup going forward and risk picking in that 5-9 range. As a result, we may see a lot of rest days for their better players, including Zubac, in the days ahead.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale was traded to the Hawks on Wednesday. While the big man was technically dealt from the Jazz, he never actually played a game for Utah, being traded from Minnesota there on Tuesday as part of the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade before being shipped off to Atlanta. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) out and Kristaps Porzingis now on the Warriors, Landale could potentially start on Thursday. However, we’d wait and see before adding him in fantasy leagues.
ATL • Point Guard • #7
about 1 month ago
Vincent has been a reserve for the Lakers for the last few seasons, but he’ll now be a depth piece in Atlanta. He should be a reserve point guard option, which likely pushes Keaton Wallace further down the depth chart. However, with Dyson Daniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum all healthy, there isn’t going to be many minutes for Vincent.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
The Warriors have been mentioned as one of the teams hoping to move for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but that appears unlikely after the trade they reportedly pulled off late Wednesday night. Porziņǵis can provide excellent production as a floor spacer, but he has struggled to remain healthy. The 7-foot-2 forward/center last played on January 7, with an Achilles injury sidelining him for most of the games that he missed. If and when he’s healthy, Porziņǵis can be an excellent fantasy option, but that’s been the entire issue this season.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Days after trading Vit Krejčí to the Trail Blazers, the Hawks have added a shooter to their ranks in Hield. The consistent minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball were challenging to come by in the Bay Area when the Warriors were whole, so the change of scenery may do Hield some good. In 44 appearances, he averaged 8.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 17.5 minutes per game.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Power Forward and Small Forward • #00
about 1 month ago
After a contentious contract negotiation during the offseason, Kuminga was essentially on borrowed time in the Bay Area. He requested to be traded almost immediately after becoming eligible to be moved on January 15, and the athletic forward gets his wish the night before the trade deadline. Kuminga, who has been out with a knee injury, averaged 12.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 0.9 three-pointers in 23.8 minutes in 20 appearances. With the Hawks’ rotation including Jalen Johnson, Zaccharie Risacher and Dyson Daniels, getting the minutes he desires to showcase himself may not be there for Kuminga. But he is worth watching.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis has missed the last 13 games, with most of the absences attributed to an Achilles injury. He missed Tuesday’s win over the Heat due to illness. Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye played rotation minutes against Miami, but neither did enough to merit being rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • F-C • #17
about 1 month ago
Okongwu has missed Atlanta’s last three games after an elbow to the mouth resulted in broken teeth and a subsequent dental surgery. With Kristaps Porziņģis also missing time due to injury, the Hawks have relied on Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye to fill the void. That will remain the case if Okongwu and Porziņģis can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale, who was included in the deal that sent Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah, is on the move for the second time in as many games. If he stays in Atlanta, the 6-foot-11 center may be able to offer tangible fantasy value in the short term, as Onyeka Okongwu and Kristaps Porziņǵis are both out due to injury. Those who held onto Landale after the Jazz trade should wait to see what happens before moving on.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • G • #3
about 1 month ago
McCollum suddenly has at least 23 points and five three-pointers in three of his last five games. In Tuesday’s win over the Heat, the 34-year-old shooting guard even showed he could produce alongside Jalen Johnson, rather than just in his absence. McCollum is instant offense off the bench, but won’t offer much in the other categories.
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Since missing last Thursday’s game against the Rockets with a calf injury, Johnson has recorded a triple-double in back-to-back games. The 24-year-old announced his presence with authority midway through the first quarter Tuesday, catching the ball at the top of the key before making a defender miss and dunking on the rest of the Heat. Johnson is one of three players this season averaging at least 20 points, at least 10 rebounds and at least five assists, alongside Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo. He’ll look to keep his streak alive Thursday against the Jazz at home.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
With Andrew Nembhard (back) unavailable, Jackson wasn’t moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday, but that didn’t keep him from providing solid streaming value. The two-way contract guard only missed one shot from the field, with the 24 points being one shy of his season and career-highs. Jackson has appeared in 24 games, so he’s still got some room to go before hitting the 50-game limit that the NBA imposes on two-way players.
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
about 1 month ago
With Andrew Nembhard unavailable, Jones made his first NBA start on Tuesday. And the second-round pick out of Marquette had a solid night overall, dishing out eight assists and committing just one turnover. While Jones isn’t at the point where he’s a must-stash player for the “silly season,” playing time is unlikely to be a concern, especially if the Pacers decide to rest Nembhard and T.J. McConnell occasionally over the next two months.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Walker’s points, rebounds and assists were solid on Tuesday, but he had a rough night in the turnover category. The third-year forward racked up eight on the night, and those lost possessions factored into the Pacers falling at home. High-turnover nights haven’t been the norm for Walker, so deep-league managers should not be too concerned moving forward. Given where the Pacers are in the standings, he’ll play plenty between now and the end of the season.
ATL • Center • #10
about 1 month ago
There’s just one change to the Hawks’ starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, with Koloko replacing Mouhamed Gueye. While he isn’t starting, Gueye will still figure prominently in the rotation since Onyeka Okongwu and Kristaps Porziņǵis remain out.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
about 1 month ago
Furphy and Huff are the two holdovers from the lineup that started Monday’s loss to the Rockets. Jones, Sheppard and Walker move into the lineup, as the Pacers are without Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith and Pascal Siakam. Given the team’s lack of depth, all three will have ample opportunities to contribute, with Walker being the superior streamer.
Source: Tony East
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Initially cleared to play after missing Atlanta’s last 12 games with an Achilles injury, Porziņǵis has been scratched due to an illness. With Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) still out, the Hawks will be left to once again rely on Christian Koloko and Mouhamed Gueye to fill the void at the center position.
Source: Brad Rowland
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter had five points in 11 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Rockets. While he’s been ruled out with a hip injury Tuesday, his absence doesn’t impact fantasy basketball.
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
KP is available to return following a 12-game absence, and it’s unclear if he’ll immediately rejoin the starting five or play limited minutes off the bench. In either scenario, Christian Koloko will surely see rotational minutes until Onyeka Okongwu (dental) is cleared to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Mathurin and Nesmith join Andrew Nembhard (back), T.J. McConnell (knee) and Pascal Siakam (rest) on the sidelines for the second leg of a back-to-back set. The absence of Nesmith and Nembhard should mean more run for Ben Sheppard and Johnny Furphy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard and McConnell are out for the second leg of Indiana’s back-to-back set, which means Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson should get a major boost in playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam will sit out the second leg of the Pacers’ back-to-back set, and he’ll join multiple key players on the sideline. Jarace Walker, Jay Huff and Isaiah Jackson are all candidates for increased run while Spicy P is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith has had a rough shooting season, but he has had some strong stretches. The last five games have been arguably his best stretch of the year. He has averaged 17.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 3.0 triples per game over his last five while shooting 56.1 percent from the floor. He’s only shooting 38.6 percent on the season, so this is a drastic improvement for him. He should be considered a must-roster player as long as he’s shooting this well.
IND • Center • #22
about 1 month ago
Jackson has barely been in the rotation recently, but he was able to make a big impact off the bench in this game. He was more impactful than Jay Huff, which led to him playing 25 minutes, while Huff only logged 12 minutes. Managers shouldn’t grow accustomed to that; Jackson hasn’t played 25 minutes in a game since mid-December. This was a strong performance for him, but that doesn’t mean he should be rostered.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam was named an All-Star for the fourth time in his career, and while it has been a disappointing season for the Pacers, he has been consistent. He has scored at least 20 points in 10 straight games and in 17 of his last 18 games. He hasn’t been as efficient in a higher usage role this season, but the added counting stats have helped make up for it. Siakam missed the second leg of their last back-to-back, so keep an eye on the injury report ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Jazz.
ATL • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Porziņģis has missed the last 12 games for Atlanta, but he could be back against Miami. Onyeka Okongwu (dental) is still out, so Christian Koloko could remain a starter, with Porziņģis coming off the bench to manage his minutes. Still, Porziņģis can make a big impact in limited action.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ATL • Center • #26
about 1 month ago
Reath recently underwent season-ending surgery on his right foot to address a stress fracture, so he will not help the Hawks address their post depth woes. The draft capital is the “prize” for the Hawks in this transaction. The future second-round picks are a 2027 pick from Portland and a 2030 pick via New York.
Source: Shams Charania
ATL • Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Johnson showed zero signs of rust in his return from a brief one-game absence due to left calf tightness, recording his eighth triple-double of the season. The 24-year-old rising star poured in 21 of his game-high 33 points during the opening half, ultimately hoisting a season-high 29 attempts as Atlanta mounted a late comeback effort that fell just short. He’s emerged as a certifiable all-around fantasy force, averaging 23.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.5 blocks through 46 games. The Hawks have three games on tap next week including showdowns against the Heat, Jazz and Hornets.
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
Gueye made the most of his starting opportunity in place of an injured Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) by scoring double-digit points for just the eighth time this season. The 23-year-old big man is averaging just over 16 minutes per-game this year and should return to a reduced role next week once Okongwu is back from a brief absence.
ATL • Forward • #18
about 1 month ago
The Hawks have made three changes to the starting lineup for Saturday’s game. Risacher returns from an extended absence, and he’ll start immediately in a move that pushes Corey Kispert to the bench. Johnson’s return doesn’t force anyone to the bench, as Vit Krejčí (ankle) is out. The third change is Gueye, who will fill the void left by Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) two nights after Christian Koloko did the honors.
Source: NBA Lineups