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CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Tyson will get the start for the Cavaliers as the team looks to get back on track and into the win column. Sam Merrill will return to the bench as a result. Tyson has started 21 of 36 games for the Cavaliers this season and is having a great sophomore season, averaging 12.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.9 three-pointers per game.
Source: https://x.com/RealDCunningham/status/2011581826520019017
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 1 month ago
This will be a fourth straight absence for Wade. Sam Merrill has played well as a starter in his place, though Jaylon Tyson has also taken on extra minutes and has contributed well off the bench over the Cavaliers’ last two games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard scored 29 points in his return game from a back injury against the Heat on Saturday. The 25-year-old point guard had more of a down game Monday with just 13 points on 14 field goal attempts. Nembhard played 33 minutes against the Celtics, which is a sign that his back wasn’t bothering him. He’ll have Tuesday to rest before the Pacers take on the Raptors on Wednesday.
IND • Center • #30
about 1 month ago
Huff is only averaging 8.1 points per game this season, but occasionally he’ll have a legitimate offensive outburst. Monday was the second time in the last four games that Huff had at least 20 points and made at least four three-pointers. The 28-year-old center’s primary fantasy utility is still his shot-blocking in deeper formats, but the points and threes don’t hurt either.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam bounced back with 21 points after he scored just 11 points in 26 minute against the Heat on Saturday. With six seconds left in regulation, the 31-year-old power forward drove the lane and hit a floater off the glass to put the Pacers ahead by two, which set up the victory, though it’s only their ninth of the season. He’s provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pacers will take on the Raptors at home on Wednesday.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Garland is averaging 17.7 points per game this season, but has scored at least 22 points in three of his last four games. The 25-year-old point guard has had at least six assists in eight consecutive games. Garland has provided seventh-round per game value over the last two weeks, which isn’t far from his sixth-round preseason ADP.
IND • Center • #30
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is good to go after initially being questionable for Monday’s game. The lone change to the lineup that started Saturday’s win over the Heat is Huff, who steps in for Quenton Jackson.
Source: Sean Grande
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard returned from a one-game absence Saturday and had 29 points and nine assists in the win over the Heat. He’s available Monday against the Celtics despite being initially listed as questionable with a sore lower back. We’ll see how Nembhard holds up this week as the Pacers have four games in Week 13.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard returned to action on Saturday after a one-game absence, tallying 29 points and nine assists in a win over the Heat. If he’s unable to play on Monday, Quenton Jackson would likely shift back into the starting point guard role, with T.J. McConnell’s playing time increasing off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Wade will miss a third consecutive game as he recovers from a left knee contusion. Sam Merrill started Saturday’s win over the Timberwolves and played 26 minutes. Wade’s absence also affects Jaylon Tyson, whose playing time will be even more secure.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam had a rough night shooting the basketball, but he still managed to avoid missing double figures for the first time this season. While category league managers took a beating in the field-goal percentage category, Siakam did offer value in the rebound and assist categories. The Pacers open a four-game Week 13 on Monday against the Celtics.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Walker finished one rebound shy of his first double-double of the season, matching his previous high with the nine rebounds. While his playing time was pumped up somewhat due to Saturday’s game being a blowout, Walker has logged at least 15 minutes in 14 of his last 16 appearances. Don’t be surprised if he emerges as a silly-season standout, as the Pacers will want to see more of their 2023 lottery pick between now and the end of the season.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
Outside of Andrew Nembhard, the Pacers did not have any standout scorers on Saturday. However, seven players finished in double figures, including Nesmith. He was just 1-of-5 from beyond the arc, but the Pacers’ wing was responsible for a team-high nine rebounds. Over the past two weeks, Nesmith has been close to a top-100 player in eight-cat formats. As long as he’s available, Aaron can offer late-round value the rest of the season.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard wasn’t available for Thursday’s win over the Hornets, and he was initially questionable for Saturday’s game with a sore lower back. He made up for lost time with an excellent showing against the Heat, leading seven Pacers in double figures while also dishing out nine assists without a turnover. Nembhard’s return did not push Quenton Jackson (six points, one rebound, one assist and one steal) to the bench, but it did lower the two-way contract guard’s streaming ceiling. The Pacers play four games in Week 13, starting with the Celtics on Monday.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is back after a one-game absence, but his return does not push Jackson to the bench. Instead, Jay Huff heads to the bench, with Siakam serving as a small-ball center. Huff will remain in the rotation, but his value takes a hit with the move to the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard is back after a one-game absence. His return means that Quenton Jackson will head to the bench, and T.J. McConnell’s playing time may decrease after logging 28 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Hornets.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Center • #22
about 2 months ago
Saturday’s game will be the tenth that Jackson has missed since suffering a head injury, but the good news is that he is no longer in the league’s concussion protocol. According to Carlisle, the former first-round pick is now working on improving his conditioning and will miss at least one more week. Until Jackson can play, the Pacers will continue to rely on Jay Huff, Micah Potter and Tony Bradley at the center position.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Tyson has been productive for most of the season, but the last few games prior to this one had been rough. However, he was able to get back on track in this one by scoring at least 20 points for the fifth straight game. He had scored a total of 21 points across his four previous games, but he has largely been a consistent producer this season. This could kickstart a strong stretch for him, but he remains a risky option since the Cavs are healthier than they’ve been for much of the season.
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Though he didn’t contribute as much on the glass as he typically does, Mobley was able to pour in the points. This was his highest scoring performance since November. Still, his fantasy impact has been limited recently by a lack of rebounds. He has a total of 18 rebounds over his last four games, which is well below his season average of 8.6 boards per game. He had at least 10 rebounds in the two games prior to this stretch, and he’ll look to get back on track against the Jazz on Monday.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Merrill slid back into the starting lineup for this game, replacing Craig Porter Jr. with the opening group. He took advantage of the opportunity, with this being his fourth straight game with at least five three-pointers. He has been on fire lately, having shot at least 50 percent from the floor in each of those. Managers should ride the hot hand with Merrill and stream him in as long as he’s hitting shots.
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
It has been a rough season overall for Garland, but he has had some incredibly efficient performances lately. This was the second time in his last three games that he scored at least 20 points and six assists while shooting better than 60 percent from the floor and not turning the ball over. Garland hasn’t played to his sixth round ADP, but he is more than capable of producing to that level for the rest of the season.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Craig Porter Jr. will come off the bench after starting on Thursday. Merrill will take his spot after playing 31 minutes in the Cavs’ last game, while Porter only played 15. Merrill will play a similar role, but he’ll be playing alongside the starters.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
IND • Center • #22
about 2 months ago
Jackson has not appeared in a game since December 22, as he remains in the league’s concussion protocol. The Pacers have stuck with a rotation of Jay Huff and Micah Potter recently, but Tony Bradley played 15 minutes on Thursday due to the latter’s early exit with an injury. Potter is available for Saturday’s game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard was a late scratch for Thursday’s win over the Hornets, with Quenton Jackson replacing him in the starting lineup. However, T.J. McConnell benefited the most from Nembhard’s absence and should be the preferred streamer if the Pacers play another game without their starting point guard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Wade did not play in Thursday’s loss to the Timberwolves, with his absence factoring into the decision to start Craig Porter Jr. However, Porter only played 15 minutes, while Sam Merrill scored 22 points in 30 minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #4
about 2 months ago
Mobley’s near-20-point effort on efficient shooting was the highlight of the night for the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. He added in a trio of threes for the seventh time this season, as well. Yet he was unspectacular on the glass and finished with just one stock. Mobley has certainly had better days — he’ll have a chance to put up better numbers on Saturday against this same Timberwolves team.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Merrill started and closed Thursday’s games in a similar way, scoring 11 points in both the first and fourth quarters, with three-point production being key. The sharp-shooting guard’s production in between those two periods was also similar, as he went scoreless in the middle two quarters. As a result, Merrill ended with 22 points and five threes. He didn’t make major contributions elsewhere in this game; however, he’s now scored 15 or more points and made at least four three-pointers in four consecutive games.
CLE • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #45
about 2 months ago
After a one-game absence, Mitchell returned to the floor on Thursday and added to his streak of 30-point games, which now sits at four. Efficient shooting helped lead him to a team-high in points, with most of his scoring production coming in a 19-point second half. Mitchell also tied a season-high in assists in his effort to give the Cavs a second straight win. A flurry from the T’Wolves in the third quarter ultimately swung the game in their favor, leaving Mitchell’s production wasted in a loss. Both he and the Cavs will have a chance to avenge their loss on Saturday at home against the same Timberwolves.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
For the first time since returning from a knee injury that sidelined him for over a month, Nesmith has reached double figures in three consecutive games. And despite shooting 40.5 percent from the field, the Pacers’ wing has offered top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Nesmith is rostered in 34 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and he has the potential to be a “silly season” standout if he’s able to play starters’ minutes for the rest of the season.
IND • Point Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
While Andrew Nembhard being a late scratch did not change McConnell’s place within the Pacers’ rotation, it did free up more minutes for the veteran point guard. McConnell logged a season-high 28 minutes and finished with his best stat line of the season. He also finished with a season-high point total and matched his previous high in assists. Quenton Jackson was the starter, but he only played 18 minutes, finishing with four points, five assists, one steal and one blocked shot.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
At long last, the Pacers’ 13-game losing streak is over, and Rick Carlisle has his 1,000th career win as an NBA head coach. Siakam made the game’s biggest shot, as his layup with 11.5 seconds remaining gave Indiana the lead for good. He finished with his fourth 30-point double-double of the season. As the Pacers continue to navigate this season without Tyrese Haliburton, Siakam has shouldered an extremely heavy workload as the lone player providing reliable fantasy value.
CLE • Point Guard • #9
about 2 months ago
Mitchell is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Pacers, but that isn’t the only change to the Cavaliers’ starting lineup. Porter, who recorded nine assists, two steals and three blocks on Tuesday, has been rewarded with a spot start. As a result of these changes, Sam Merrill and Dean Wade will come off the bench.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Thursday’s game, Tyson is officially available. While he’ll come off the bench, the second-year wing will play enough to provide value in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Power Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Nance is available to play in a game for the first time since November 28. However, there’s no guarantee that he gets into the Cavaliers’ rotation on Thursday. Fantasy managers can leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: Chris Fedor
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Listed as questionable on the injury report released by the Cavaliers on Thursday afternoon, Garland is good to go. He’ll take on his usual responsibilities as the starting point guard.
Source: Chris Fedor
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 2 months ago
The Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard for Thursday’s game, as he has been sidelined with lower back tightness. Jackson will fill the resulting void in the starting lineup, raising his ceiling. However, with T.J. McConnell off the bench, fantasy managers can leave Jackson on the waiver wire.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Added to the Pacers’ injury report Thursday afternoon, Nembhard is officially out after going through his pregame routine. Ben Sheppard was inserted into the starting lineup the last time Nembhard missed a game, but T.J. McConnell is the superior fantasy option despite coming off the bench.
Source: Jeremiah Johnson
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Late additions to injury reports are usually not a good sign. Garland has looked good lately and scored 29 points on Tuesday against the Pacers. Lonzo Ball would figure to see the biggest boost in minutes if Garland has to miss time.
Source: Danny Cunningham
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 2 months ago
Nembhard was added to the injury report this morning, which is usually not a great sign. The guard has only missed one game so far this season, but his minutes have fluctuated as he’s battled some minor injuries. If Nembhard did miss, that would likely mean extra minutes for T.J. McConnell.
Source: Tony East
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Wade, who returned from a two-game absence with a left knee contusion, exited Tuesday’s win over the Pacers before halftime and did not return. Jaylon Tyson replaced him in the lineup to begin the second half, and he should be the replacement on Thursday. Tyson, who’s considered probable with an illness, is worth rostering when he’s allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Tyson played through an illness on Tuesday and will likely do the same against Chicago. With Dean Wade (knee) out, Tyson should continue to play a significant role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Center • #22
about 2 months ago
Jackson will miss a ninth consecutive game as he remains in the league’s concussion protocol. The Pacers have relied on a rotation of Jay Huff and Micah Potter at the center position, with whichever player has the “hot hand” getting more minutes. Neither has been the most reliable fantasy option, and the rotation may have something to do with that.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Garland scored 18 of his 29 points in the second half, putting the Cavaliers on his back with Donovan Mitchell, who went off for 75 points combined in the previous two contests against the Pacers earlier this season, getting the night off for load management purposes. The 25-year-old point guard drilled a clutch pullup jumper in the final seconds to give Cleveland a commanding three-point advantage following a late rally from Indiana. Fantasy managers shouldn’t expect him to take 20-plus shots with Mitchell back in the mix but he’s capable of carrying the Cavaliers when he’s out of the lineup.
IND • Center • #30
about 2 months ago
Huff, who leads the NBA in blocks this season, knocked down 4-of-7 from three-point range and matched his previous season-high mark that he set back on November 19 in a win over the Hornets. Unfortunately, his offensive outburst wasn’t enough as Indiana dropped their 13th straight game and remain winless since December 8. The 27-year-old shot blocker is averaging 2.2 per-game, which gives him some relevance in deeper fantasy leagues.
CLE • Center • #31
about 2 months ago
Allen put together a monster double-double effort in his return to Cleveland’s lineup after missing Sunday’s loss to the Pistons due to illness. The 27-year-old big man came up just shy of his sixth 20-point performance of the season as he played a season-high 33 minutes against Indiana’s lackluster frontcourt. He’s delivered eighth-round fantasy value this season, averaging 13.9 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.8 blocks through 26 games.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam did his best to spark a late rally for the Pacers as he scored 13 of his 22 points in the second half, including a three-point play in the final minute to slash the deficit to a single point. It still wasn’t enough to help Indiana avoid their 13th consecutive loss. The 31-year-old scoring machine has been on fire of late, averaging a robust 26.3 points over his last four games, providing fifth-round fantasy value during that span.
CLE • Shooting Guard • #5
about 2 months ago
Merrill, who has been battling several minor injuries this season, provided a spark for the Cavaliers with Donovan Mitchell getting the night off to rest, knocking down 6-of-10 from beyond the arc. The 29-year-old sharpshooter has recorded double-digit points in five of eight games since returning to the lineup on December 22.
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Wade, who was back in the lineup after missing two games with a left knee contusion, exited Tuesday’s game during the first half due to the same injury. Jaylon Tyson replaced Wade in the lineup to begin the third quarter. In eight minutes, Wade recorded three points (1-of-2 FGs), one rebound and one three-pointer.
Source: Danny Cunningham
IND • Center • #30
about 2 months ago
After coming off the bench for Indiana’s last two games, Huff is back in the starting lineup. He brings little more height to the table in Tuesday’s matchup, with Cleveland starting Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Micah Potter heads to the bench but should remain in the rotation.
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
Wade makes his return after a two-game absence and will be in the starting lineup for Tuesday’s game, pushing Jaylon Tyson to the bench. Tyson will still play plenty, so fantasy managers who have him rostered should not panic. The other change is Merrill, who steps into the void left by Donovan Mitchell (rest).
Source: NBA Lineups
CLE • Power Forward • #32
about 2 months ago
After a two-game absence, Wade has been cleared to play on Tuesday. While his return will likely mean fewer minutes for Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Thomas Bryant, especially with Jarrett Allen (illness) available, this does not affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Shooting Guard • #24
about 2 months ago
Initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, Tyson is officially available. He’ll remain in the starting lineup, and there should be more opportunities for the second-year wing on the offensive end of the floor since Donovan Mitchell (rest) is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Center • #31
about 2 months ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Tuesday, Allen is officially available for Cleveland’s matchup with the Pacers. His return means that Sam Merrill will be bumped to the bench, with his already-low fantasy ceiling taking a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CLE • Small Forward • #1
about 2 months ago
Strus has yet to make his season debut after undergoing offseason surgery, and the latest update means he may not take the court until after the All-Star break. De’Andre Hunter, Sam Merrill and Jaylon Tyson should continue to pick up the slack until Strus returns.
Source: Marc J. Spears
CLE • Center • #31
about 2 months ago
Allen sat out Sunday and was replaced by Sam Merrill in the starting five. Merrill will likely retreat to the bench with Allen expected to play, and Wade could see a bump in playing time with Jaylon Tyson (illness) listed as questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Center • #22
about 2 months ago
This will be Jackson’s eighth straight absence, with no end in sight. Micah Potter has been Indiana’s starting center recently, with Jay Huff and Tony Bradley serving as backups. That should continue against Cleveland.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 2 months ago
Siakam cobbled together a monster third quarter, exploding for a whopping 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting, as the Pacers managed to make this one close in the final minutes. Unfortunately, his second-half heroics weren’t enough as the Pacers suffered their 12th consecutive loss since December 12. They’ll attempt to turn things around when they kick off a light three-game week against the Cavaliers on Tuesday before facing the Hornets and Heat to close things out.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
The Pacers hold the worst record in the NBA after dropping their 12th consecutive game in this one. However, Nesmith has been one of the few glimmers of hope as he’s shown few signs of rust since returning from a left knee sprain, averaging 13.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.4 blocks in five games. The 26-year-old wing led the Pacers with 18 first-half points on 5-of-10 shooting, including 4-of-8 from downtown and has topped 29 minutes in three straight contests. He should be rostered in all fantasy leagues.
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
While a sprained right thumb was the listed reason for Mathurin’s absence, that isn’t the only injury that he’s dealing with. According to Pacers insider Scott Agness, the wing is also dealing with turf toe. Given where the Pacers are in the standings, there isn’t much reason for Mathurin to rush back. Johnny Furphy, who moved into the starting lineup, and Ben Sheppard are players for deep-league managers to track in Mathurin’s absence.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 2 months ago
While a sprained right thumb was the listed reason for Mathurin’s absence, that isn’t the only injury that he’s dealing with. According to Pacers insider Scott Agness, the wing is also dealing with turf toe. Given where the Pacers are in the standings, there isn’t much reason for Mathurin to rush back. Johnny Furphy, who moved into the starting lineup, and Ben Sheppard are players for deep-league managers to track in Mathurin’s absence.
Source: Scott Agness