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IND • Guard • #9
9 months ago
McConnell played 19 seconds in Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, exiting with a sprained right ankle. His absence led to fellow reserve Bennedict Mathurin playing more minutes, but the Pacers were also without Tyrese Haliburton on account of a hip injury. Mathurin’s minutes will decrease if Haliburton and McConnell can play against the Bulls.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton has missed the Pacers’ last two games, with Jarace Walker and Ben Sheppard receiving an opportunity to fill in. Sheppard started Saturday’s loss to the Hawks and will be headed to the bench if Haliburton is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center • #9
9 months ago
Zach Collins will continue filling in for Vucevic if he’s ruled out. A host of reserve wings could take on Williams’ minutes if he misses a 10th straight game.
CHI • Guard • #3
9 months ago
Giddey stuffed the stat sheet yet again as he produced his third triple-double of the 2024-25 campaign. He’s enjoying a productive first season in the Windy City, and he’s been even better over his last eight games with averages of 20 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists in that span.
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
9 months ago
Collins provided his third double-double in seven starts with Chicago, getting it going from downtown and crashing the glass with authority. Collins fouled out of Thursday’s win over Orlando after just 12 minutes, so this was a great bounce back effort. He’ll continue to shine for as long as Nikola Vucevic is sidelined.
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
9 months ago
Mathurin led his team in scoring, rebounds and minutes in the narrow loss, and he finished behind only Andrew Nembhard (12) for the team lead in assists. Mathurin and Nembhard did their best to pick up the slack for the injured Tyrese Haliburton, and fans were treated to another high-scoring, closely-contested matchup between the Pacers and Hawks. Mathurin’s production has been up-and-down for most of the season, but he’ll be a quality streaming option for as long as Haliburton is sidelined.
IND • Guard • #9
9 months ago
McConnell went down in the first quarter with a right ankle sprain, and Benn Mathurin should see increased run off the bench in his absence.
Source: Pacers on Twitter
IND • Guard • #26
9 months ago
With Tyrese Haliburton out of action, Sheppard will join Andrew Nembhard, Pascal Siakam, Aaron Nesmith and Myles Turner in the starting five against Atlanta. The Belmont product has averaged 27.5 minutes across eight starts this season, but he’s done nothing notable with those opportunities. Sheppard isn’t worth streaming here.
Source: https://x.com/Pacers/status/1898525797444379078
CHI • Guard • #0
9 months ago
No surprises here as White was listed as probable and Ball as doubtful. White finished Thursday’s win over Orlando with a career-best 44 points, and he’ll look to keep the momentum going on Saturday against Florida’s other NBA franchise.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_06PM.pdf
CHI • Center • #9
9 months ago
Zach Collins should continue to start in Vucevic’s place, making him a fine streaming option. Dalen Terry will be the biggest beneficiary of Williams’ absence.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_06PM.pdf
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton will sit out a second straight game, and his minutes should be filled by T.J. McConnell and Andrew Nembhard. Mathurin has missed four straight, and the microwave scorer could see a minutes restriction.
Source: https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2025-03-08_06PM.pdf
CHI • Forward • #44
9 months ago
Williams has missed the last eight games with a quad injury, with February 12 being the last time he’s played. His continued absence will mean more rotation minutes for Julian Phillips, which does not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Guard • #0
9 months ago
White is coming off a career-high 44 points in Thursday’s win over the Magic. The 25-year-old point guard is dealing with right toe sesamoitidis, but is likely to play Saturday against the Heat given his probable listing.
Source: Drew Stevens
CHI • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Ball appears likely to miss a fourth straight game with a sprained right wrist. Tre Jones should remain in the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. Jones is worth streaming in deep leagues until the Bulls clear Ball to return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
9 months ago
Mathurin has missed Indiana’s last four games, with Thursday’s loss to the Hawks being the most recent. He’ll come off the bench if cleared to play in Saturday’s rematch, as Aaron Nesmith took on those responsibilities before Mathurin injured his wrist.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHI • Center • #9
9 months ago
Vucevic has missed six games in a row and appears headed for a seventh. The 34-year-old center has had a surprisingly good season in fantasy, but can’t seem to shake the right calf strain. Zach Collins will continue to have fantasy value for as long as Vucevic is out.
Source: Drew Stevens
IND • Guard-Forward • #23
9 months ago
While Nesmith is on the Pacers’ initial injury report, the probable tag suggests he’ll be available. He’s been a starter since just before the All-Star break, and that will remain the case, even if Bennedict Mathurin is available on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton missed his second game of the season Thursday against the Hawks with a hip injury. The 25-year-old point guard at least has a chance to play Saturday given his questionable listing. If Haliburton is out again, Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell will continue to share the point guard minutes. Nembhard had a double-double in Haliburton’s absence Thursday.
IND • Forward • #5
9 months ago
With Tyrese Haliburton sidelined, Walker slid into the starting lineup for the second time this season and provided Indiana a taller starting lineup. It was also a great opportunity for him as a former top ten pick to make dynasty managers feel comfortable with his development. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to take advantage of the situation. Walker has had some productive games this season, but his other start, which came in November, was also disappointing. He’s only 21 years old, but he needs to show some sort of progression at some point for dynasty managers to continue to value him highly.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
9 months ago
Nembhard took over primary playmaking duties for Indiana with Tyrese Haliburton (hip) sidelined, which allowed him to record a double-double for the first time this season. It wasn’t a new season-high for assists, since he had nine points and 11 assists in a game against the Heat last week. It was a productive night for him, and if Haliburton misses time past this game, Nembhard should continue to rack up the assists. However, this was only Haliburton’s second absence of the season, and there is no indication that this is an injury that will keep him out for multiple games at this point.
IND • Forward • #43
9 months ago
Siakam stepped up his scoring with Tyrese Haliburton sidelined and had a big night. It ended up being his second game with at least 35 points over Indiana’s last four games, and he shot at least 60 percent from the floor in each. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to replicate his eight three-pointers from that night. Siakam continues to be a fantasy stud for the Pacers, and it was encouraging to see him step up with Haliburton out of the lineup. He’ll look to stay hot in a rematch in Atlanta on Saturday.
CHI • Guard • #3
9 months ago
Giddey returned following a one-game absence and picked up right where he left off. His numbers have been up across the board since the All-Star break, and Chicago’s starting PG has averaged 21.8 points, 11.1 rebounds and 8.6 assists across his last seven appearances. He’s on a roll, and fantasy managers should continue to reap the benefits for the foreseeable future.
CHI • Guard • #0
9 months ago
White was electric in this one, and he joined Michael Jordan and Zach LaVine as the only Bulls to hit for at least 44 points and seven three-pointers in a single game. This one came down to the final possession, and White made an impact on defense by tipping a pass intended for Franz Wagner and shaving a couple seconds off the clock on the Magic’s final trip down the court. White averaged just 10.7 points across his last six matchups with the Magic, and to say his career night was unexpected is an understatement. He’s scored at least 24 points in four straight and hit multiple three-pointers in seven straight.
IND • Forward • #5
9 months ago
Walker will make his second start of the season on Thursday. Tyrese Haliburton (hip) is sidelined, which will allow Andrew Nembhard to take on the primary ball handling duties. Walker hasn’t had much of an opportunity this season, but this is a great chance to showcase his development.
Source: Tony East
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
9 months ago
This will be a fourth-straight absence for Mathurin, which means that Ben Sheppard should continue to see a bump in minutes. He may even get the chance to start on Thursday with Tyrese Haliburton (hip) sidelined, but he isn’t a fantasy-friendly player, even when playing a significant role.
Source: Jeremiah Johnson
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton has been the best player in fantasy basketball since the All-Star break, but he will miss a game for just the second time this season on Thursday. Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell should split the minutes at point guard, which will make them viable options. Ben Sheppard will likely start in place of Haliburton, but he doesn’t provide much in fantasy basketball.
Source: Jeremiah Johnson
CHI • Forward • #44
9 months ago
Williams will miss an eighth-straight game. In his absence, Julian Phillips should continue to see increased run.
Source: Chuck Swirsky on Twitter
CHI • Forward • #44
9 months ago
Williams will miss an eighth-straight game. In his absence, Julian Phillips should continue to see increased run.
Source: Chuck Swirsky on Twitter
CHI • Guard • #3
9 months ago
Giddey is back after missing Tuesday’s game, while Huerter is returning following a two-game absence. Tre Jones and Dalen Terry will both likely return to playing roles off the bench, though Jones should still see plenty of minutes. Unfortunately for Terry, he didn’t play a significant role even when he was in the starting unit.
Source: Chuck Swirsky
CHI • Center • #9
9 months ago
Vucevic and Ball will remain out for another game, with the former missing a sixth-straight contest. As for Ball, Thursday’s contest will be the third he’s missed with a sprained wrist. Zach Collins and Tre Jones have been the replacements in the starting lineup, and both are worth rostering when allowed to play extended minutes. Over the past two weeks, Collins, rostered in 38 percent of Yahoo! leagues, has provided fourth-round value in nine-cat formats.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
9 months ago
Mathurin has missed the Pacers’ last three games with a sprained left wrist. His absence has freed up additional rotation minutes for Ben Sheppard, whose fantasy value has not been impacted significantly by the increase in playing time. He should remain on the waiver wire, even if Mathurin misses another game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton hasn’t missed many games this season, but has a legitimate chance to be out Thursday as he’s listed as questionable with a hip injury. If that’s the case, T.J. McConnell, Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin would pick up additional minutes.
CHI • Guard • #3
9 months ago
Huerter has missed Chicago’s last two contests while Giddey only missed their latest game. Tre Jones would benefit significantly from the absence of either guard.
CHI • Guard • #2
9 months ago
Ball has missed two straight games while Williams has missed seven. Tre Jones will get a chance at a spot start if Ball can’t. Matas Buzelis can keep playing freely if Williams continues to miss time.
CHI • Forward • #14
9 months ago
Buzelis’ fantasy value hasn’t been the best recently, with the rookie providing 14th-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. However, as a starter, he’s well-positioned to have nights like Tuesday. Buzelis was productive in the points, rebounds and assists categories and played 31 minutes. For managers in deep leagues needing a player whose availability won’t be a concern down the stretch, Buzelis is worth a look.
CHI • Forward-Center • #12
9 months ago
Since stepping in for the injured Nikola Vucevic, Collins has been on a roll. He has averaged 18.2 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.6 blocks and 1.0 three-pointers in his five starts. That production has been good for top-25 value in eight-cat formats. Vucevic could return by the end of Week 18, with the Bulls playing games against the Magic and Heat. However, managers who still have Collins rostered should hold onto him.
CHI • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Due to the many injuries the Bulls are dealing with, White took on a starring role on Tuesday. The field goal percentage wasn’t the best, but the overall stat line was one that many fantasy managers will live with. And he’s been a positive asset since the All-Star break, providing top-40 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Bulls head to Florida for their final two games of Week 18, starting with the reeling Magic on Thursday.
CHI • Forward • #25
9 months ago
Terry was one of the replacements in the Bulls’ starting lineup Tuesday night. While Tre Jones provided value, that could not be said for Terry. As a result, Talen Horton-Tucker played 31 minutes off the bench and finished with 22 points, six rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers. With Ayo Dosunmu (shoulder) out for the season, Terry should have additional opportunities to play rotation minutes. However, Horton-Tucker is the safer bet for deep-league managers seeking value.
CHI • Guard • #30
9 months ago
With Josh Giddey and Lonzo Ball out of the lineup, Jones made his first start as a Chicago Bull. And he did much of what fantasy managers have come to expect, providing solid value in the assists category. The eight rebounds were also good, and Tuesday’s performance was an example of why Jones can be valuable despite not doing much scoring. Of course, the absences had much to do with Jones playing 34 minutes. He’s only worth rostering if Giddey and Ball remain out.
IND • Center-Forward • #33
9 months ago
Turner entered Tuesday averaging 1.8 blocks per game, the fewest he’s accounted for since the 2017-18 campaign. That number will increase after his showing against the Rockets, as Turner racked up a season-high five blocked shots. Add four three-pointers, and the Pacers center had a solid night. Since the break, Turner has been an elite fantasy option, providing top-10 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. He and the Pacers end Week 18 with two games against the Hawks in Atlanta.
IND • Guard-Forward • #2
9 months ago
Nembhard didn’t do much scoring on Tuesday, but he was a factor in a few other fantasy-relevant categories. The four steals were a season-high, and the six “stocks” were double his previous high. Add solid rebound and assist numbers, and category-league managers received solid value from Nembhard. Rostered in 21 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s ranked just outside the top 100 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break.
IND • Guard • #0
9 months ago
Haliburton recorded his sixth straight double-double on Tuesday as he continues his post-All-Star break tour de force. The Pacers point guard remains atop Basketball Monster’s eight- and nine-cat rankings, and he’s closing in on top-5 value in the latter for the season. It took some time, but this is the version of Haliburton many fantasy managers expected when the season began. The leg injuries that kept him shelved for most of the Paris Olympics are in the rearview mirror, to the delight of the Pacers and fantasy managers.
CHI • Guard • #30
9 months ago
Chicago is playing this game without Lonzo Ball, Kevin Huerter and Josh Giddey, which will allow Jones to get his first start as a Bull. Terry will also remain in the starting lineup, though he only played 19 minutes in that role on Sunday.
Source: Chicago Bulls
CHI • Guard • #11
9 months ago
On March 2, it was announced that Dosunmu would undergo season-ending surgery to address instability in his left shoulder. The procedure hasn’t occurred yet, but the Bulls guard is facing a lengthy recovery period. Dosunmu’s absence means more playing time for Dalen Terry, who has yet to establish himself as a player worthy of consistent rotation minutes.
Source: Cody Westerlund
CHI • Guard-Forward • #13
9 months ago
Huerter is part of a lengthy list of absentees for the Bulls on Tuesday, with Josh Giddey and Lonzo Ball among the others who will not play. Dalen Terry and Julian Phillips are two rotation players who should see more action due to the injuries, but neither is worth the streaming risk in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Alyssa Bergamini
CHI • Guard • #3
9 months ago
Giddey and Ball have been downgraded from questionable to out, leaving the Bulls light on options in the backcourt. Coby White is available and will play plenty, while Dalen Terry, Tre Jones and Jevon Carter will absorb the available minutes. Jones offers the highest ceiling of the three low-rostered Bulls guards.
Source: Alyssa Bergamini
CHI • Guard • #0
9 months ago
White was initially listed as probable, so it isn’t surprising that he’ll be available. He had 26 points and seven three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to Indiana and will need to replicate that production with Josh Giddey, Lonzo Ball and Kevin Huerter all sidelined.
Source: Cody Westerlund
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
9 months ago
Mathurin will remain sidelined for a third straight game with a sprained left wrist, but a return may not be far away. The Pacers wing had a good workout on Monday, and he could be available for Thursday’s game against the Hawks. Ben Sheppard will play more rotation minutes off the bench, backing up Aaron Nesmith.
Source: Tony East
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
10 months ago
Mathurin was given the timeline to miss a few games on Friday, but the fact that he hasn’t already been ruled out of Tuesday’s matchup means he could be nearing a return. Ben Sheppard should see additional run while Mathurin is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Regarding fantasy value, Haliburton has been outstanding since the All-Star break. Recording his fifth straight points/assists double-double, the Pacers point guard is ranked first in eight- and nine-cat formats, per Basketball Monster. Haliburton is providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats for the season, and it’s realistic to expect him to maintain that for the remainder of the season. The Pacers begin a three-game Week 18 with a home game against the Rockets on Tuesday.
IND • Forward • #43
10 months ago
While the final stat line was solid, Siakam continues to struggle at the foul line. Since the All-Star break, he’s made 50 percent of his attempts, slightly better than his percentage from the field (49.5). The foul shooting and limited defensive production are why Siakam has been ranked outside the top 200 in eight-cat formats since the break. His season-long fantasy value remains fine, but managers need more from Spicy P as the playoffs approach.
IND • Guard-Forward • #23
10 months ago
Part of the Pacers’ starting lineup due to his defensive ability, Nesmith has never lacked the ability to knock down shots. He had his best offensive performance of the season on Sunday, recording his first 20-point game. Nesmith has hit double figures in five of his last six outings, sitting just outside the top 75 in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. The Pacers play three games during Week 18, starting with the Rockets on Tuesday.
IND • • #
10 months ago
Bradley, the 28th overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, is back in the Association. Most recently, he’s been with the G League’s College Park SkyHawks, averaging 14.0 points, 10.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocked shots per game. Bradley most recently played in the NBA during the 2022-23 campaign, appearing in 12 games for the Bulls. With Myles Turner and Thomas Bryant healthy, Bradley is unlikely to get the minutes needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Michael Scotto
IND • Guard • #0
10 months ago
Haliburton had at least 10 assists for the fourth straight game as he’s had a double-double in all four of those games. The 24-year-old point guard has rebounded from an uneven start to the season. Haliburton has been producing at a high level over the last three weeks with fantasy managers hoping that carries over to the fantasy playoffs.
IND • Forward • #43
10 months ago
Siakam isn’t known for his 3-point shooting, but the 30-year-old power forward now has three games with at least four 3-pointers made over his last 13 games. While he’s still not going to be a major contributor in threes going forward, fantasy managers will take the eight threes Siakam made Friday. Spicy P has been a top-50 fantasy player on the season.
IND • Guard-Forward • #00
10 months ago
Mathurin is out Friday with a left wrist sprain, but he’s dealing with multiple ailments according to Carlisle. The 22-year-old small forward has had trouble scoring since returning to the bench. Ben Sheppard could see increased usage with Mathurin out multiple games.