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DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months ago
Martin has missed Dallas’s last five games with a hip injury. While his absence has left the team shorthanded on the wing, it has not impacted fantasy basketball. Williams most recently played 28 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks. His absence would have a more significant impact, as the Mavericks guard has offered 10th-round value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Davis did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks, Dallas’ second game in as many nights. If he does return on Thursday, Naji Marshall will likely drop to the bench. However, given the current state of the Mavericks’ rotation, managers who have Marshall rostered should hold onto him.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Dinwiddie has dished out at least seven assists in five straight games and hit double figures in scoring in eight straight. Rostered in 50 percent of Yahoo! leagues, the Mavericks’ guard has provided excellent value in recent games. Over the past two weeks, Dinwiddie has provided top-75 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. After years of being challenging to trust in fantasy leagues, Dallas’ depleted roster has considerably raised Dinwiddie’s fantasy ceiling. With the Mavericks still in contention for a play-in spot, fantasy managers needing assists should roster Spencer.
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams has reached double figures in eight of his last nine games, providing consistent scoring whether he’s starting or coming off the bench. Over the past three weeks, the Mavericks guard has provided sixth-round value in nine-cat formats. The issue for Williams is his status as a two-way player, as he is closing in on being active for 50 games. Unless Dallas were to ink him to a standard contract, and they would have to waive someone to make this happen, Williams is difficult to trust in standard leagues. Speaking of the 50-game limit, Kessler Edwards (four rebounds in 18 minutes) hit that number on Tuesday.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
Marshall was outstanding during the first half of Tuesday’s game, making the Knicks pay regardless of who was guarding him. The Mavericks forward shot 13-of-15 from the field and scored 28 points. Marshall’s 13 field goals tied him for the most in a half against the Knicks with LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Kobe Bryant. Naji would finish with a career-high 38 on 68 percent shooting from the field. Marshall will likely return to the bench on Thursday in Orlando since Anthony Davis (groin) will be available. However, given the current state of the Mavericks’ roster, he needs to be held in 12-team leagues.
DAL • F • #20
12 months ago
The Mavericks are without PJ Washington and Anthony Davis, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. While Marshall has been worth rostering in standard leagues whether he starts or comes off the bench, that has not been the case for Edwards. Also, with this being the 50th game Edwards has been active for this season, this may be his last appearance in a Mavericks uniform unless he’s given a standard contract.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington’s absence should mean increased playing time for Naji Marshall. Williams should see meaningful minutes and is worth streaming if you need him. He’s averaged 16.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.8 assists across 26.9 minutes over his last eight games, including two starts.
Source: Grant Afseth
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Davis is out after returning for one game against the Nets, while Martin is set to miss his sixth-straight game. Naji Marshall has a clear path to start and ramp up his minutes against the Knicks on Tuesday with both of these forwards out of commission.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington has been one of the Mavericks’ most productive scorers since returning from injury, while Brandon Williams has been demoted to a bench role. Naji Marshall could be poised to return to the starting lineup if Washington and Davis are ruled out. Jaden Hardy could benefit from Williams missing some time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
12 months ago
Toppin has had some excellent nights from beyond the arc this season, though they haven’t come consistently. This was the third time this season that Toppin hit at least six three-pointers in a game, all of which have come in February or March, including twice in Indiana’s last five games. However, he has also had some incredibly quiet performances in limited minutes. The upside is certainly there every game for Toppin, but it hasn’t come consistently enough for him to be rostered in standard leagues.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
Anthony Davis’ return to the Mavericks’ lineup consigned Marshall to the bench on Monday. The good news for fantasy managers is that the shift did not harm Naji’s productivity. He led Dallas with 22 points, shooting 66.7 percent from the field. With Davis likely to sit out Tuesday’s game against the Knicks, Marshall is a safe bet to return to the starting lineup. He’s rostered in 58 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and managers in standard leagues where Marshall is available should strongly consider streaming him.
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Given his fantasy basketball track record, Dinwiddie wasn’t a lock to provide reliable fantasy value once inserted into the Mavericks starting lineup on March 19. However, the veteran point guard has made the most of his opportunity. Over the past week, Dinwiddie has provided first-round value in nine-cat formats and top-20 in eight-cat. While he can be a risky fantasy play, Spencer is on a heater and should be rostered for the rest of Week 21.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington sprained his right ankle during the second quarter of Monday’s game. While he did leave the game briefly, the Mavericks forward was on the court for the start of the third. This injury may cast some doubt on Washington’s availability for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks, especially with Anthony Davis (groin) not expected to play. That match is the first of three games the Mavericks will play to conclude Week 21.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Davis made his long-awaited return from a strained groin on Monday, appearing in a game for the first time since his Mavericks debut on February 8. He was limited to 28 minutes on Monday, starting alongside Kai Jones in the Dallas frontcourt. The lineup keeps Jones relevant in deep fantasy leagues, and he finished with 13 points, nine rebounds and one steal in 28 minutes. Davis is not expected to be available for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks, making Jones a worthwhile streaming option.
Source: Marc Stein
IND • Center • #33
12 months ago
Turner had been on a scoring tear entering this game; he scored at least 20 points in each of their last two games. However, he didn’t have that same scoring success in a matchup with Rudy Gobert. Still, he was able to provide plenty of defensive production despite the lack of scoring. This was his fourth-straight game with at least three swats. Indiana still has three more games this week for Turner to continue to rack up the defensive stats.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Following a three-game absence, Haliburton has been able to play in Indiana’s last two games. He nearly recorded a triple-double in his return on Saturday but had a subpar shooting night. However, he didn’t have those same shooting issues against Minnesota, and he was able to record his 11th-straight double-double. Since the All-Star break, Haliburton’s production is more in line with the fantasy superstar from the last two seasons despite a rough start to the season for his lofty standards. They have a back-to-back coming up, and there is a chance that Haliburton sits out one of those games.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Davis is back and will appear in a game for the first time since injuring his groin during his Mavericks debut in early February. With AD’s desire to play alongside a center, Jones will remain in the starting lineup while Naji Marshall moves to the bench. While his value takes a slight hit, Naji is worth holding onto, especially with the Mavericks facing the Knicks on Tuesday, as Davis is unlikely to play.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams was initially listed as probable, so his availability doesn’t come as a surprise. He had been playing well as a starter, but he came off the bench in the Mavs’ last game on Friday. If he continues to play a reserve role, his fantasy upside will be capped.
Source: Mavs PR
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
Mathurin was initially questionable for Monday’s game after suffering a sprained left ankle during Saturday’s win over the Nets. He’ll continue to serve as Aaron Nesmith’s backup, which limits the third-year wing’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: Tony East
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
ESPN’s Shams Charania also reported that AD will make his return against Brooklyn, so it’s now official. Stein’s report indicated that the plan is for AD to play against Brooklyn and then sit out against the Knicks on Tuesday. This will be a return from an 18-game absence for Davis after he was injured during his debut for Dallas. He’ll immediately slide into the starting unit, likely pushing Kai Jones to a reserve role. The Mavs are currently tied with the Suns for the 10th seed in the West, but AD’s return should give them a chance to make a postseason push. Davis will be limited to 28 minutes on Monday.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
Davis still has a legitimate chance of missing Monday’s game against the Nets as he makes his way back from an adductor injury, but the Mavericks upgrading his status from doubtful shows that he’s on his way to returning sometime this week. Dallas plays Tuesday against the Knicks and Thursday against the Magic and it appears Davis will be back for one of their next few games.
IND • Center • #
12 months ago
While Bradley’s production has not been enough to impact fantasy basketball, he has done enough to ensure a stay with the Pacers for the rest of the season. He gives the Pacers another option in the post behind Myles Turner, which may come in handy during the postseason.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Center • #
12 months ago
While Bradley’s production has not been enough to impact fantasy basketball, he has done enough to ensure a stay with the Pacers for the rest of the season. He gives the Pacers another option in the post behind Myles Turner, which may come in handy during the postseason.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
Mathurin, who sprained his left ankle, logged 27 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s win over the Nets. If he’s unable to play on Monday, more minutes will be available to Ben Sheppard, who only logged nine on Saturday. There would not be much to gain from streaming Sheppard in that spot, as starter Aaron Nesmith will be available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams returned to the Mavericks rotation after a one-game absence on Friday, logging 18 minutes off the bench in a win over the Pistons. While he has been a starter recently, providing solid deep-league value in that role, coming off the bench lowers Williams’ fantasy ceiling. Spencer Dinwiddie has started the last two games, replacing Williams in the lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
While Davis was recently sent to the G League for practice and 5-on-5 work, his chances of returning to action on Monday appear slim. Kai Jones has been Dallas’ starting center for the last two games and is worth a look in deep leagues. Also benefitting from Davis’ absence has been Kessler Edwards, who started when Jones was also out due to injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
Two days removed from being held to six points in an overtime win over the Nets, Siakam was excellent in Saturday’s rematch. Spicy P has now scored 25 points or more in five of his last six appearances, turning it on offensively at the right time for those who have him rostered. Since March 11, Siakam has provided fifth-round value in eight-cat formats. He and the Pacers begin a four-game Week 21 on Monday against the Timberwolves.
IND • Center • #33
12 months ago
Saturday was an excellent day to roster Turner, as he was efficient offensively and recorded a complete stat line. Over the past two weeks, the Pacers center has provided third-round value in nine-cat formats. As long as Turner remains healthy, he has the potential to be a difference-maker during the fantasy playoff weeks due to his ability to provide excellent value in multiple categories. The Pacers play four games during Week 21.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
After missing three games with a back injury, Haliburton played 32 minutes in his return to the Pacers’ lineup on Saturday. While he didn’t have his best night shooting the ball, Tyrese did record another points/assists double-double with eight rebounds. Over the past two weeks, Haliburton has provided second-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Pacers play four games during Week 21, including a Wednesday-Thursday back-to-back.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Haliburton is set to return after a three-game absence due to a back injury. He’ll replace Bennedict Mathurin in the starting lineup and lower his fantasy ceiling while also taking playmaking duties away from Andrew Nembhard.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #3
12 months ago
While there’s no official timeline for Davis to return, it’s notable that Stein is merely reporting the 32-year-old power forward “could” return during next week’s road trip. There’s little incentive for Davis to return this season with the Mavericks’ chances of making the Play-In fading and no chance of making it out of the western conference playoffs this year. Fantasy managers should still consider Davis returning this season as a bonus and he’s not a recommended option for weekly lineups in Week 21.
Source: Marc Stein
DAL • Small Forward • #13
12 months ago
Marshall continues to produce even with the return of PJ Washington, though he benefited from the absence of Kessler Edwards on Friday. The 27-year-old small forward managed to score 19 points on 12 shots and pull down 11 rebounds to earn a double-double. Marshall was just five assists away from a triple-double. With four games on tap for the Mavericks next week, Marshall should be rostered in all formats.
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
12 months ago
Washington has scored at least 26 points in three straight games. With all the injuries the Mavericks are dealing with, the 26-year-old power forward has become the primary offensive option by default. Washington is set up nicely for this to continue in Week 21 as Dallas has four games coming up next week.
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Dinwiddie, who was originally drafted by the Pistons, dropped 31 points against Detroit Friday. The 31-year-old point guard was efficient making 9-of-12 attempts from the field including two three-pointers. Dinwiddie also got the to foul line and made 11-of-13 free throw attempts. With the Mavericks roster decimated by injuries, he continues to have big games. Dinwiddie’s primary competition for minutes going forward is Brandon Williams, who is still on a two-way contract.
DAL • F • #20
12 months ago
Dallas is listing Edwards as inactive Friday against the Pistons. The 25-year-old small forward has been a starter for the Mavericks, but players on two-way contracts are only eligible for 50 games in a season and Edwards is already at 49. The Mavs are saving Edwards’ eligibility for another night.
Source: Mike Curtis
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
No surprise here as Williams was initially listed as probable with low back tightness. The 25-year-old point guard will return after a one-game absence. Williams figures to move back into the starting lineup while Spencer Dinwiddie heads back to the bench.
Source: Joey Mistretta
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Haliburton is still dealing with low back soreness that has sidelined him for the last three games. If his absence continues Saturday, the Pacers are likely to keep Bennedict Mathurin in the starting lineup while Andrew Nembhard remains in the point guard spot.
Source: Scott Agness
IND • Center • #33
12 months ago
After only scoring nine points in 22 minutes on Wednesday, Turner bounced back and had his first double-double in nearly a month and his first 20-point double-double since December. He also had his highest block total in a game since Indiana’s first game after the All-Star break; he swatted seven shots in that game. This was the ideal game for managers that have Turner rostered, and he’ll look to repeat this performance in a rematch with Brooklyn on Saturday to close out the week.
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
This was an uncharacteristically quiet performance from Siakam that came 24 hours after he scored 29 points in a win over Dallas. It was a new season-low in scoring for Siakam and only the second time this season that he failed to score at least 10 points. He entered this game having scored at least 25 points in four consecutive games. A disappointing result for fantasy purposes, but Siakam still did enough for Indiana to get the win in overtime. Siakam will look to get back on track in a rematch with the Nets on Saturday.
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
This was a third-straight start for Mathurin in place of Tyrese Haliburton, who has been sidelined with a back injury. Mathurin has scored at least 20 points in all three starts, but he was also able to set a new career-high for rebounds in this game. He has averaged a career-high 5.4 rebounds per game this season, but this was the best rebounding night of his career by a decent margin. Mathurin hasn’t been able to consistently provide value in categories other than scoring, but if he can continue to improve as a rebounder, he may be able to produce top-100 value in nine-cat leagues eventually.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
12 months ago
Nembhard continues to operate as Indiana’s primary point guard with Tyrese Haliburton sidelined, but it was a subpar night on Thursday. He struggled with his shot and ended up with more turnovers than assists, which is the exact opposite of what Haliburton typically provides. His night also ended early. Nembhard picked up a technical during an altercation with Trendon Watford in the fourth quarter, and he picked up a second technical in overtime. Even if he played out the final few minutes, there wasn’t much Nembhard would have been able to do to redeem his night.
DAL • Small Forward • #16
12 months ago
This will be the third consecutive game that Martin is sidelined after playing in the Mavericks’ previous five. Spencer Dinwiddie and Max Christie will continue to fill out the majority of the reserve minutes for Dallas.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Point Guard • #10
12 months ago
Williams should be back after missing Wednesday’s game against Indiana. Spencer Dinwiddie started in place of Williams in that game but will likely return to playing a reserve role against Detroit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
12 months ago
Thompson will be back after missing Wednesday’s game against Indiana. Both Kai Jones and Spencer Dinwiddie started with Thompson and Brandon Williams (hamstring) sidelined. Williams is probable, so both he and Thompson should return to the starting unit. Dinwiddie will return to a reserve role, and Jones should join him, though it is more likely that Jones continues to start than Dinwiddie.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
This will be a third-straight absence for Haliburton, which should lead to another start for Bennedict Mathurin, with Andrew Nembhard taking over as the team’s primary playmaking option once again. It’s unclear if Haliburton will be back to play against Brooklyn on Saturday.
Source: Indiana Pacers
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Haliburton is in danger of missing a third-straight game on Thursday. Bennedict Mathurin has started in place of Haliburton recently, and he will likely remain in that role if Indiana is without their star point guard once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Haliburton is in danger of missing a third-straight game on Thursday. Bennedict Mathurin has started in place of Haliburton recently, and he will likely remain in that role if Indiana is without their star point guard once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Dinwiddie moved into the starting lineup with Klay Thompson and Brandon Williams out and ended up playing a game-high 42 minutes Wednesday. The 31-year-old point guard has had better shooting games than scoring 17 points on 16 shots, but he also dished out 12 assists to earn a double-double. He also had three steals on the defensive end. Dinwiddie certainly showed that he’s a valuable fantasy asset when inserted into the starting lineup.
DAL • G • #26
12 months ago
Dinwiddie moved into the starting lineup with Klay Thompson and Brandon Williams out and ended up playing a game-high 42 minutes Wednesday. The 31-year-old point guard has had better shooting games than scoring 17 points on 16 shots, but he also dished out 12 assists to earn a double-double. He also had three steals on the defensive end. Dinwiddie certainly showed that he’s a valuable fantasy asset when inserted into the starting lineup.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
12 months ago
Nembhard was the starting point guard Wednesday with Tyrese Haliburton out. The 25-year-old had 22 points and eight assists in the win against the Mavericks. It was more than a respectable effort, but his fantasy ceiling will be limited once again when Haliburton returns to the starting lineup.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
12 months ago
Nembhard was the starting point guard Wednesday with Tyrese Haliburton out. The 25-year-old had 22 points and eight assists in the win against the Mavericks. It was more than a respectable effort, but his fantasy ceiling will be limited once again when Haliburton returns to the starting lineup.
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
Mathurin was in the starting lineup again Wednesday with Tyrese Haliburton out. The 22-year-old small forward had 23 points in 31 minutes and added seven rebounds. Mathurin doesn’t typically provide much fantasy value outside of those categories. He needs the Pacers to be missing a starter to have a real fantasy ceiling.
IND • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
12 months ago
Mathurin was in the starting lineup again Wednesday with Tyrese Haliburton out. The 22-year-old small forward had 23 points in 31 minutes and added seven rebounds. Mathurin doesn’t typically provide much fantasy value outside of those categories. He needs the Pacers to be missing a starter to have a real fantasy ceiling.
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
Siakam has had at least 25 points in each of his last four games. The 30-year-old power forward continues to bounce back despite seeing his fantasy value wane since the All-Star break. Siakam has been a top-40 fantasy player over the last two weeks. He’ll look to keep it going as the Pacers have two more games, both of which are against the Nets, in Week 20.
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
Siakam has had at least 25 points in each of his last four games. The 30-year-old power forward continues to bounce back despite seeing his fantasy value wane since the All-Star break. Siakam has been a top-40 fantasy player over the last two weeks. He’ll look to keep it going as the Pacers have two more games, both of which are against the Nets, in Week 20.
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
Nesmith, Siakam and Turner are back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Timberwolves. Their returns mean Obi Toppin, Jarace Walker and Thomas Bryant will come off the bench. However, since Tyrese Haliburton (back) remains sidelined, Mathurin will get another start.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Shooting Guard • #12
12 months ago
Furphy is good to go after being unavailable for Monday’s win over the Timberwolves. With most of the Pacers’ regular rotation also available, the minutes Furphy needs to achieve fantasy relevance won’t be there.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
12 months ago
Siakam is back with the team after missing Monday’s win over the Timberwolves for personal reasons. His return means Obi Toppin will return to the bench after having the best game of his Pacers career. Walker could remain in the starting lineup since Tyrese Haliburton (back) is out. Walker or Bennedict Mathurin may stay with the starters after filling in on Monday.
Source: Mike Curtis
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
12 months ago
Haliburton will miss a second straight game, which means Andrew Nembhard will be the sole point guard in the starting lineup. While this does raise Nembhard’s fantasy ceiling, he was ejected from Monday’s win over the Timberwolves after a third-quarter altercation with Rudy Gobert. Jarace Walker or Bennedict Mathurin will remain in the starting lineup, with Mathurin offering a higher offensive ceiling.
Source: Mike Curtis
IND • Power Forward • #5
12 months ago
Walker started and played 35 minutes in Monday’s overtime win over the Timberwolves, as the Pacers were down four starters. The second-year forward is dealing with a sprained right ankle and is not guaranteed to be available on Wednesday. With Aaron Nesmith available, Walker will likely come off the bench if he’s allowed to play against the Mavericks.
Source: NBA Injury Report