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DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 days ago
Martin is good to go after missing Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies. With Naji Marshall (finger) officially out, Martin may be the player who head coach Jason Kidd picks to move into the starting lineup.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the second that Washington has missed with a sprained right ankle. Brandon Williams started Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies and will likely hold onto that role against the reigning NBA champs.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 days ago
Marshall was downgraded to doubtful early Sunday afternoon, so the final downgrade in status is not a surprise. With Caleb Martin (back) available, he may be the replacement in the starting lineup.
Source: Noah Weber
IND • Shooting Guard • #7
13 days ago
The Pacers won’t have Andrew Nembhard for Sunday’s game, as he sits out due to soreness in his neck and lower back. Jones returns to the starting lineup, and the rookie should play plenty. Toppin will make another start for Pascal Siakam, but he will be under a minutes limit for the rest of the season.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
13 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the third that Siakam has missed with a sprained left wrist. Obi Toppin (foot) should remain in the starting lineup, but he only played eight minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Hornets, as it was his first game in nearly four months. In fact, Toppin will be under a minutes restriction for the rest of the season.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
13 days ago
Nembhard will miss Sunday’s game due to back and neck soreness, creating an opening in the starting lineup. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, rookie Kam Jones should play plenty, as T.J. McConnell’s minutes have been limited due to his lingering hamstring injury.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
DAL • Small Forward • #16
13 days ago
Martin is on track to play against the reigning champs after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies. With Naji Marshall (finger) doubtful, Martin could be in the starting lineup for Dallas’ final game of Week 18.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
13 days ago
Initially questionable for Sunday’s game, Marshall is trending toward not being available. With Caleb Martin (back) considered probable, he may be moved into the starting lineup if Marshall sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Forward • #21
13 days ago
The 33rd overall pick of the Bucks in the 2024 draft, Smith is back in the NBA after appearing in 19 games for the G League’s Rio Grande Valley Vipers this season. Adding him to the roster gives Dallas a little more depth in the frontcourt, although this move is not likely to affect fantasy basketball. To free up a two-way slot for Smith, the Mavericks have waived Miles Kelly.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • • #
13 days ago
Poulakidas, a 6-foot-6 guard who went undrafted last summer after a standout collegiate career at Yale, started 14 of the 24 games that he played with the Clippers’ G League affiliate before earning his opportunity in Dallas. The rookie guard fills the two-way spot that opened up after the Mavericks converted Ryan Nembhard to a standard contract.
Source: Jake Fischer
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
13 days ago
In the aftermath of the Mavericks agreeing to waive point guard Tyus Jones so he could explore joining a contender, some wondered whether Middleton would take the same approach. However, Stein reported that the veteran forward is expected to finish the season in Dallas. Middleton’s contract status may have influenced the decision, as he would lose his Bird rights if waived. He’s currently playing solid minutes, but that could change later in the season as the Mavericks focus on the future.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Small Forward • #13
13 days ago
While Marshall did have to exit Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies briefly after banging heads with Memphis’ Javon Small, a finger contusion is why he’s on the injury report for Sunday. Given how shorthanded the Mavericks are, his absence would have a noticeable impact on the team’s rotation. AJ Johnson and Miles Kelly could pick up additional minutes off the bench if Marshall can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
14 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the second that Bagley has missed with a sprained neck. Daniel Gafford is available and is the usual starter at the center position; nothing changes there. As for who sees time off the bench, Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé played rotation minutes in Friday’s loss to the Grizzlies.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
14 days ago
Toppin made his return from a stress fracture in his right foot on Thursday, starting but playing eight minutes in a loss to the Hornets. With Pascal Siakam (wrist) listed as doubtful, there may be another start in the cards for Toppin. However, after four months on the sidelines, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
14 days ago
Siakam has missed Indiana’s last two games with a sprained left wrist, and it appears likely that he’ll miss a third on Sunday. If so, Obi Toppin is likely to get another start, although he played just eight minutes in his return to action on Thursday. That isn’t enough to make him a worthwhile streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
14 days ago
Nembhard’s lower back has been an issue for a little while, but he is also listed to be dealing with neck soreness ahead of Sunday’s game. If the Pacers don’t have their starting point guard, Kam Jones could move into the lineup. However, the rookie has not been the best streaming option in most redraft leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #
14 days ago
The contract includes a team option for the 2026-27 season, according to Stein. The Mavericks created a roster spot when they waived Tyus Jones, who prefers to join a team with playoff ambitions. Nembhard will now occupy a roster spot since he’s on a standard contract. He’s averaged 9.9 points, 6.1 assists and 44.4 percent three-point shooting in 17 starts this year.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
14 days ago
After playing 13 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Kings, Powell figured more prominently in the Mavericks’ rotation on Friday. The 23 minutes were the most the veteran forward/center has played in a game since January 28 against the Timberwolves. With Daniel Gafford (14 points, five rebounds and two blocks) still under a minutes restriction due to his right ankle, there were a few more minutes available to Powell against the Grizzlies. Give him credit for recording a double-double, but fantasy managers should not consider adding Powell.
DAL • Shooting Guard • #00
14 days ago
While Christie had a solid night shooting the basketball, the overall production was modest. Making matters worse were the five turnovers, which were the most in a game for the Mavericks’ guard this season. Fantasy managers should not be too concerned, however, as Christie had no more than three in a game before Friday. He’ll look to bounce back on Sunday when the Mavericks host the Thunder.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
14 days ago
With P.J. Washington (ankle) sidelined, Williams was back in the Mavericks’ starting lineup for the first time since before the All-Star break. While he didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, the eight rebounds were a nice bonus for the few who streamed Williams. Unfortunately, the move into the starting lineup did not mean starters’ minutes for Williams, who logged 26 while Tyus Jones (six points, four assists and two three-pointers) played 22 off the bench. The Mavericks host the Thunder on Sunday in their final game of Week 18.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #
14 days ago
The Mavericks won’t have P.J. Washington for Friday’s game, as he suffered a sprained ankle late in Tuesday’s win over the Nets. He’ll be replaced in the lineup by Williams, whose move into the starting five means less time on the ball for Naji Marshall.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
14 days ago
Thompson joins the long list of Mavericks rotation players who won’t be available for Friday’s game. His absence does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, but it likely opens up rotation minutes for rookie Miles Kelly.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
14 days ago
Washington is officially out after the Mavericks announced earlier Friday that he was doubtful to play. With Caleb Martin (back) also out, this may be a spot where Brandon Williams makes a spot start. However, that isn’t guaranteed, and he has not been the most consistent fantasy option this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #16
14 days ago
The writing was on the wall when Martin was downgraded to doubtful earlier Friday evening. With Klay Thompson also out, the Mavericks have made two-way contract wing Miles Kelly active for the matchup with Memphis. As for fantasy value, Naji Marshall and Khris Middleton receive boosts due to Dallas’ depleted roster.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard • #29
14 days ago
After spending the last three seasons on two-way contracts, Jackson has been rewarded with a standard deal. In the short term, Friday’s development ensures that he’ll be active for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. If the Pacers were to shut down Andrew Nembhard or T.J. McConnell, Jackson is one of the guards with “silly season standout” potential. He isn’t a must-add player currently, but fantasy managers in 14-team leagues should keep an eye on Jackson.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • Small Forward • #16
15 days ago
Initially questionable for Friday’s game, Martin is on track to sit due to a sore lower back. Due to how shorthanded the Mavericks are on track to be on the wings, rookie Miles Kelly may play rotation minutes. However, he would not be worth the streaming risk. Khris Middleton and Naji Marshall are available and can be slotted into fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
15 days ago
Dallas has a number of players on the injury report for the second leg of a back-to-back set. With Thompson and P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful and Martin questionable, Naji Marshall, Max Christie and Khris Middleton could all be in line for additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
15 days ago
Bagley III started Thursday’s matchup with the Kings while Gafford sat, and the pair of centers will swap availability for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set. Expect Gafford to see plenty of run with Bagley III ruled out and P.J. Washington (ankle) listed as doubtful.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
15 days ago
Washington sprained his left ankle on Tuesday, and the injury cost him Thursday’s game against Sacramento. He’ll likely miss one more game, which should mean additional run for Khris Middleton.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
15 days ago
Marshall has been an excellent source of offense over the last two seasons for Dallas, but this was one of his best. He has seven 30-point games in his career, all coming over the past calendar year, including five this season. He fell two points shy of matching his career high in this one. As long as he’s healthy and available, he’ll continue to pour in the stats for the Mavs.
DAL • Power Forward • #
15 days ago
Bagley got the starting nod with Daniel Gafford (ankle) sidelined, and he was able to have a decent outing against the team that took him second overall in 2018. Over his last four games, Bagley has averaged 14.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game. He has taken on an extended role with Dallas and should be productive option for the remainder of the season. However, managers shouldn’t expect consistent production in categories other than points and rebounds.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
15 days ago
Potter has been on fire recently, scoring in double figures in six of his last seven games. After scoring a career-high 23 points on Tuesday, he followed that up by setting a new career high for three-pointers in this game. Potter has provided top-75 value in nine-category leagues over the past two weeks and should continue to play a large role for the remainder of the season.
IND • Power Forward • #1
15 days ago
Toppin made his return after a four-month absence and was immediately inserted into the started unit. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said before the game that his minutes would be managed, but he only ended up playing eight minutes in the first half before sitting out the rest of the game. Toppin should have a role the rest of the way, but he shouldn’t be rostered if his role is going to be this limited.
DAL • Power Forward • #
15 days ago
The Mavs are without P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford for Thursday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. They’ll be replaced in the lineup by Martin and Bagley, with the latter offering a higher fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
15 days ago
Middleton will be good to go after being upgraded to probable earlier in the day. He exited early on Tuesday, but that will be the extent of his absence with this right shoulder stinger. Caleb Martin will occupy his typical role off the bench.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
15 days ago
Gafford was initially doubtful for Thursday’s game, so his being ruled out is unsurprising. Marvin Bagley III is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup, and he is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Ron Harrod Jr.
IND • Power Forward • #1
15 days ago
Toppin will immediately start in his first game since Oct. 26, which means rookie Kam Jones will head to the bench after starting Indiana’s last three games. He held streaming value as a starter, but with both Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell healthy, Jones likely won’t play enough to be worth keeping rostered.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • Power Forward • #1
16 days ago
Thursday’s game will be Toppin’s first since October 26, when he injured his right foot against the Timberwolves. During his pregame availability, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Toppin’s minutes will be limited on Thursday and for the rest of the season. That limits the forward’s potential value, but managers who stashed Toppin for this long might as well take a conservative approach when deciding whether to drop him.
Source: Tony East
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
16 days ago
Middleton suffered a stinger on Tuesday against the Nets, but it seems likely that he will be back on the court on Tuesday. That will push Caleb Martin back to a bench role for Dallas.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
16 days ago
Washington sprained his left ankle late in Tuesday’s win over the Nets. Caleb Martin could be moved into the starting lineup, and that’s before considering Khris Middleton (shoulder) being questionable for Thursday night. If Middleton joins Washington on the sidelines, Tyus Jones, Brandon Williams, and Klay Thompson could be in the mix to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
16 days ago
Middleton suffered a right shoulder stinger during Tuesday’s win over the Nets and did not return for the second half. Caleb Martin started the second half in his place and may take on that role if Middleton doesn’t play against the Kings. When allowed to start, Martin has offered minimal fantasy value, at best, on most nights.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
17 days ago
Out since late October with a stress fracture in his right foot, Toppin could make his return to the lineup on Thursday. Given the amount of time that he’s missed and where the Pacers are in the standings, fantasy managers should not expect too much from Toppin once he’s cleared.
IND • Power Forward • #43
17 days ago
Siakam appears poised to miss a second consecutive game with a sprained left wrist. Ben Sheppard returned to the starting lineup for Tuesday’s loss to the 76ers and should retain that role if Siakam can’t return on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
17 days ago
Lower back injury management has Nembhard back on the Pacers’ injury report. If he’s unable to play on Thursday, T.J. McConnell would be the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. However, McConnell’s playing time has been limited recently as he continues to nurse a hamstring injury. Kam Jones, who recently moved into the starting lineup, will play plenty regardless of what happens with Nembhard.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #5
17 days ago
While he did not shoot the ball well, missing all five of his three-point attempts, Walker found other ways to contribute on Tuesday. He’s reached double digits in rebounds in three of his last four appearances, and there was also solid value in the assist category. Regardless of what happens with Pascal Siakam (wrist), who did not play on Tuesday, Walker appears locked into the starting lineup for the rest of the season. Even with the efficiency concerns, he should be rostered in 14-team leagues, at a minimum.
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
17 days ago
Potter had the most productive offensive night of his NBA career on Tuesday, only missing two shots from the field and recording his first 20-point game. While the rebounding production was limited, he recorded a complete stat line in 23 minutes. Jay Huff (four points, four rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 25 minutes) remains the starter, but the Pacers have made sure to get Potter the minutes needed to be impactful. He isn’t a must-roster player in deep leagues, but Potter is worth a look for those seeking frontcourt depth.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
17 days ago
Indiana’s point guard rotation was intact on Tuesday, but Nembhard still logged 28 minutes. That’s encouraging for fantasy managers counting on the Pacers’ guard for consistent value as the playoff weeks approach in Yahoo! default leagues. Fellow starter Kam Jones (13 points, six rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers) played 29 minutes, and his opportunities should remain consistent the rest of the way, if not increase. Nembhard is fine for now, but his playing time is something that fantasy managers should continue to watch.
IND • Shooting Guard • #26
17 days ago
While Jones and Nembhard are good to go after initially being probable for Tuesday’s game, Pascal Siakam (wrist) is out. As a result, Sheppard moves back into the starting lineup, with Jarace Walker shifting to the four.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard • #9
18 days ago
McConnell is back after sitting out Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks. His return may lead to Quenton Jackson being made inactive, as he’s still on a two-way contract. Also, Andrew Nembhard is available and Kam Jones is probable, meaning that McConnell may not get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
18 days ago
Siakam will be sidelined after playing on Sunday, which was his return from a three-game absence. He pushed Ben Sheppard to the bench on Sunday, so Sheppard should return to the starting unit with Siakam sidelined.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
18 days ago
Nembhard is set to play after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. He logged 30 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks and should take on a similar workload against the 76ers.
Source: Tony East
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
19 days ago
Nembhard is on the injury report as questionable for Tuesday’s game against the 76ers with lower back injury management. The 26-year-old shooting guard had 22 points and 11 assists in Sunday’s loss to the Mavericks. With T.J. McConnell (hamstring) also questionable, Ben Sheppard could move into the starting lineup.
Source: Pacers
IND • Power Forward • #43
19 days ago
Siakam is unlikely to play as he’s listed as doubtful for Tuesday’s game against the 76ers with a left wrist sprain. Jarace Walker should replace Siakam in the starting lineup and is worth rostering in deeper formats.
IND • Power Forward • #5
19 days ago
Pascal Siakam’s return to the Pacers’ lineup on Sunday did not mean a spot on the bench for Walker, with Ben Sheppard (13/3/2 with three three-pointers in 27 minutes) being the player replaced by Spicy P. And Walker had a good evening against the Mavericks, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and providing solid value in multiple categories. At this point, those who streamed Walker because Siakam was out should hold onto him, as he appears likely to continue logging heavy minutes.
IND • Power Forward • #21
19 days ago
After scoring 12 points in each of Indiana’s first two games out of the All-Star break, Brown put up 15 against the Mavericks. Add in the rebounds, three-pointers and percentages, and Sunday’s performance was a good one for the former Clipper. Brown hasn’t reached the point where he’s a must-roster player for the silly season, but the potential is there, especially on nights when the Pacers don’t have Pascal Siakam.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
19 days ago
Returning to the Pacers’ lineup after missing Friday’s loss to the Wizards, Nembhard recorded his ninth double-double of the season on Sunday. And he was efficient, shooting 50 percent from the field and committing just one turnover. Nembhard played 30 minutes, a positive development for fantasy managers, but that may not be the norm for him the rest of the season. Kam Jones (10 points, three assists, one steal and two three-pointers) started alongside Nembhard, and his role may expand as the Pacers focus more on evaluating their younger talents.
IND • Power Forward • #43
19 days ago
Back in the Pacers’ lineup after a two-game absence for personal reasons, Siakam recorded his 11th 30-point game of the season on Sunday. If there was a negative for the Pacers’ forward beyond the game’s outcome, it was that he recorded five turnovers. Siakam didn’t record any defensive stats against the Mavericks, but that hasn’t been the norm for a player who’s averaging one steal per game. The Pacers begin a three-game Week 18 on Tuesday against the 76ers.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
20 days ago
Siakam and Nembhard are back after missing Friday’s loss to the Wizards, with the former also missing the loss to Washington the night prior. Nembhard’s return coincides with T.J. McConnell (hamstring) being out, while Siakam pushes Ben Sheppard to the bench. Kam Jones and Jarace Walker remain with the starters, which is good news for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
20 days ago
Haliburton, who is out for the entire 2025-26 season after rupturing his Achilles tendon during Game 7 of last June’s NBA Finals, recently contracted shingles. His time away from the team won’t affect fantasy basketball, but young players like guard Kam Jones won’t be able to benefit from Haliburton’s in-person tutelage for the time being.
Source: Tony East
IND • Small Forward • #23
20 days ago
Nesmith sprained his right ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Wizards, with his absence leading to Kam Jones receiving the starting nod the following night. Depending on Jones’ back, which has been an issue recently, Nesmith’s absence should ensure the rookie guard takes on extended minutes, whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: Tony East