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IND • Shooting Guard • #26
25 days ago
After starting the last two games, Ethan Thompson will come off the bench, with Sheppard replacing him. Sheppard has offered limited value when allowed to start, but this is an opportunity for him to take on an expanded role with Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith out.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #1
26 days ago
Toppin won’t miss any time, as he is officially upgraded from probable to active. The former lottery pick totaled just six points in 11 minutes in the win over Chicago on Wednesday, but had previously scored in double figures in each of the three previous appearances. He’ll have some fantasy value as a scorer and rebounder, barring any lingering injuries.
Source: Tony East
IND • Power Forward • #43
26 days ago
Siakam is good to go for Friday’s game, but this does not mean that he’s a look to play starters’ minutes. While productive in Wednesday’s win over the Bulls, Spicy P logged 22 minutes because of the nature of the game. Hopefully, if Friday’s game remains competitive throughout, Siakam will be able to hit 30 minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Power Forward • #20
26 days ago
Collins has reached double figures in three consecutive games, a solid run for a player who totaled 13 points in the three games prior. However, his point total has decreased in each of the Clippers’ last three games. And his production took on added importance when Isaiah Jackson went down with a high ankle sprain. The backup center minutes now belong to Collins, resulting in his and Brook Lopez’s (six points, six rebounds, three assists and one block) minutes being staggered more than before Jackson’s injury. Jackson will be re-evaluated in one week, which means Collins will continue to have added importance.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
26 days ago
On a night when Darius Garland (11/2/3/1/1 with one three-pointer) shot 5-of-17 from the field, Leonard could not do enough to drag the Clippers over the finish line. The veteran forward finished with yet another 20-point game, and most fantasy managers will take the final stat line. And they’ll also hope to see Leonard finish Week 23 on a high note, as the Clippers visit the Kings on Sunday.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
26 days ago
Mathurin posted solid percentages and was active on the glass, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Clippers from being outclassed by the red-hot Spurs. And after scoring four points on 2-of-7 shooting in Tuesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, he needed to have a good Thursday night individually. The Clippers play once more in Week 23, on Sunday in Sacramento, and that’s a matchup in which Mathurin can flourish.
LAC • Center • #22
26 days ago
Jackson suffered a high right ankle sprain during the Clippers’ March 27 win over the Pacers and has not played since. Given the timeline the team provided on Thursday, he isn’t guaranteed to return before the end of the regular season. John Collins has served as the center when Brook Lopez is off the floor and should continue to take on those responsibilities while remaining part of the starting lineup.
Source: Justin Russo
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
27 days ago
Nembhard and McConnell will miss a second consecutive game due to their respective injuries. The former’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, with Quenton Jackson set to fill the void once again. Due to the Pacers’ many injuries, especially on the perimeter, Jackson is worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
27 days ago
Friday’s game will be the third straight missed by Nesmith and Walker due to their respective injuries. For Wednesday’s win over the Bulls, Jay Huff and Kobe Brown moved into the starting lineup, and both were productive. However, Brown logged 28 minutes to Huff’s 17, and the latter has played 20 minutes or less in each of his last three appearances. This trend makes Brown the safer option for deep-league managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
27 days ago
Siakam and Toppin were also probable ahead of Wednesday’s win over the Bulls, a game in which the two logged 22 and 11 minutes, respectively. They’ll likely take on similar workloads on Friday. While Siakam can still be rostered in fantasy leagues under those circumstances, Toppin cannot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #21
27 days ago
Brown was one of many Pacers starters to have their way with the Bulls on Wednesday. In his 28 minutes, the third-year forward missed just two shots before finishing as Indiana’s third leading scorer, and also tied a season-high in assists. Brown’s opportunities and production have increased since being traded from the Clippers to the Pacers ahead of February’s trade deadline. He could potentially have some value as a streaming option towards the back half of Championship Week.
IND • Power Forward • #43
27 days ago
Despite previously being questionable with a knee issue, Siakam played and was arguably the most productive player on the floor on Wednesday. A one-sided affair limited the former Most Improved Player to just 22 minutes of game play. However, even in his limited action, he led the Pacers in scoring and was one of the team’s top facilitators. Siakam should remain a productive player so long as he takes the floor for this injury-hit Indiana team with one of the worst records in the NBA. Fantasy managers should expect more production from him on Friday against the Hornets.
IND • Shooting Guard • #55
27 days ago
Thompson had his most productive game as a pro on Wednesday, reaching the 20-point mark for the first time in his career, while setting a new career-high in three-pointers along the way. The rookie guard was part of a Pacers starting unit that dominated the Bulls. And as if his scoring wasn’t enough, Thompson was one of the team’s better passers on the night and also contributed on the defensive end with three stocks. Friday will present Thompson with an opportunity to put on an even better performance against the Hornets.
IND • Power Forward • #21
27 days ago
There’s just one change to the Pacers’ lineup for Wednesday’s game. Brown will start, with Jalen Slawson being pushed to the bench. While not a must-roster player, Brown is worth considering as a deep-league streamer due to the Pacers’ injuries on the wings.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #1
27 days ago
Toppin, who was initially probable for Wednesday’s game, is good to go. His playing time has increased recently, and with the Bulls being shorthanded in the frontcourt, this could be a good matchup for the athletic forward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
27 days ago
Siakam won’t miss any time despite dealing with knee issues. He’ll take the floor on the heels of a 30-point, 11-rebound double-double against the Heat to end March. Siakam remains Indiana’s go-to guy, even at this point in the season with the Pacers having one of the NBA’s worst records — he’ll have a chance to put up some big numbers, once again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Center • #11
28 days ago
It has been a largely unproductive season for Lopez, but he has started at center in every game since Ivica Zubac suited up for the last time as a Clipper, and he has been productive, especially recently. He has 16 blocks over his last five games and has scored in double figures in all but one of those. Lopez has provided fifth-round value over the past two weeks, and they’ll need him to stay productive in Thursday’s game against the Spurs.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
28 days ago
Garland had a shaky start to this game, turning the ball over five times in the first half, which contributed to the Clippers’ 16-point halftime deficit. He cleaned things up after the break, but that wasn’t enough to help the Clippers make a comeback. That ended their five-game winning streak, and they’ll look to get back on track against the Spurs on Thursday. Garland has been excellent recently and will look to stay hot in that one.
IND • Point Guard • #9
28 days ago
McConnell will be sidelined for the first time in a few weeks, and with Andrew Nembhard (back) also out, Indiana will be thin at point guard. Kam Jones and Taelon Peter should both play significant roles after not seeing the floor in the Pacers’ last game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
28 days ago
Toppin should continue to be available as he manages his back injury. His minutes have gone up, and he has scored in double figures in three straight games, which he’ll look to keep going against Chicago.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
29 days ago
Nembhard has been excellent lately with four consecutive games with at least 10 assists, but he’ll sit out Wednesday against the Bulls with lower back injury management. Nembhard will have just two more opportunities to play in Week 23.
IND • Power Forward • #43
29 days ago
Siakam has been available for five straight games and is expected to remain available for another game. He had 30 points, 11 rebounds and six assists in Sunday’s win over Miami and will look to stay hot against Chicago.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #5
29 days ago
Walker and Nesmith will sit out again, and their continued absences should clear the way for Quenton Jackson and Ben Sheppard to see additional run.
Source: Tony East
LAC • Center • #22
29 days ago
Jackson will miss a second consecutive game after spraining his right ankle during Friday’s win over the Pacers. As a result, the Clippers will go small when starting center Brook Lopez is off the floor, which means more responsibility for John Collins.
Source: Law Murray
IND • Center and Power Forward • #25
about 1 month ago
Potter is averaging 8.9 points per game this year and typically plays 20 minutes or less per game. The 27-year-old center isn’t afraid to shoot threes, though, when he has the opportunity. Sunday was one of those games and he had his second game with at least 20 points in the last four weeks. Potter will continue in a depth role, which takes him off the fantasy radar.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard has now had at least 10 assists in four consecutive games, a stretch that includes a career-high 19-assist game against the Lakers. The 26-year-old has an impressive 53/8 assist/turnover ratio over his last four games. The Pacers have three games upcoming in Week 23, starting with a matchup against the Bulls on Wednesday.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam was ejected from Wednesday’s loss to the Lakers and had only 11 points in Friday’s loss to the Clippers, but bounced back with a big game in the win over the Heat on Sunday. The Pacers have three games coming up in the week ahead, starting with a road matchup against the Bulls on Wednesday.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Garland’s 11 assists matched his high since joining the Clippers, with the point guard finishing Sunday’s victory with his third double-double. And after spraining his ankle during Friday’s win over the Pacers, Garland’s ability to play 27 minutes without issue was encouraging. The Clippers’ three-game Week 23 does not include a back-to-back, which should bode well for Garland’s availability.
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Mathurin was whistled for a technical during the first half after arguing over an uncalled foul, and that may have given the Clippers’ reserve a boost. He attempted 14 free throws after the tech, contributing to an efficient 28-point afternoon for Mathurin. Add in the rebounds, and this was a solid end to Week 22 for Mathurin. He’ll look to put together another solid offensive showing on Tuesday against the Trail Blazers.
LAC • Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
With no Isaiah Jackson (ankle) in the rotation, Collins was asked to do a bit more for the Clippers on Sunday. The 35 minutes were the most in a game for him since the All-Star break, with the playing time being a clear sign that Collins’ ankle is in good shape. The Clippers play three games in Week 23 and don’t have a back-to-back, which is good news for those rostering Collins.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard extended his streak of games with at least 20 points to 51 games on Sunday, but it was close. And that had more to do with the Clippers’ offensive balance than anything the Bucks did defensively. Six Clippers reached double figures, with John Collins and Bennedict Mathurin joining Leonard as 20-point scorers. The Clippers play three games in Week 23, starting with the Trail Blazers on Tuesday in a critical matchup for tiebreaker purposes.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Nembhard and Siakam are the only holdovers from the five who started Friday’s loss to the Clippers. Jackson, Thompson and Slawson will start, as the Pacers are without Aaron Nesmith and Jarace Walker. Also, Jay Huff will come off the bench after starting on Friday.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin is good to go after initially being questionable. With Jarace Walker (back) unavailable, there may be a few more opportunities for Toppin, who scored 20 points in Friday’s loss to the Clippers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Walker was initially listed as doubtful with a back injury for Sunday’s game against the Heat, so his absence isn’t a surprise. The 22-year-old forward left Friday’s loss to the Clippers after a nasty spill, though he cleared concussion protocol. With Walker out, Jalen Slawson could enter the rotation, but he’s not worth the risk in most fantasy leagues.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith will miss Sunday’s game with a cervical strain. His absence likely frees up additional minutes for Ben Sheppard, who is not a must-stream player with Pascal Siakam and Andrew Nembhard available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard and McConnell are good to go for Sunday’s game, preserving the Pacers’ usual point guard rotation. While the former is already rostered in 12-team leagues, the latter is only worth considering in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam was initially listed as questionable as he continues to manage a knee injury, but was ruled in for Sunday’s game against the Heat. The 31-year-old power forward was ejected from Wednesday’s loss to the Lakers and had just 11 points in 33 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Clippers.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
If there’s a positive to Walker’s status, it’s that a lower back contusion is the reason for his likely absence. He exited Friday’s loss to the Clippers during the first quarter after hitting his head on the court and then the stanchion, but the third-year forward cleared concussion protocols. If Walker sits, there may be room in the rotation for Jalen Slawson, but he is not worth streaming.
Source: Dustin Dopirak
LAC • Center • #22
about 1 month ago
Jackson sprained his right ankle during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s win over the Pacers. His absence means that the Clippers will have to go small when starting center Brook Lopez is out. John Collins may see time as the backup five, which could give his fantasy value a slight boost.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Initially listed as questionable due to lower back soreness, Nesmith is now doubtful due to a cervical strain. With the Pacers’ starter on track to not play, more minutes would become available to Kobe Brown and Ben Sheppard. Brown’s minutes would also be affected by the status of Jarace Walker, who’s questionable with a lower back bruise.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam is questionable due to knee injury management, while Nesmith is dealing with a sore back. Ben Sheppard and Kobe Brown are two players whose minutes could increase if Siakam or Nesmith can’t play due to their injuries.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is back on the report, this time due to lower back injury management, while McConnell’s right hamstring remains an issue for the veteran backup. If either can’t play on Sunday, Quenton Jackson would take on an enhanced role within the rotation. Kam Jones could pick up a few minutes, but that is not guaranteed.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Center • #22
about 1 month ago
Jackson sprained his right ankle early in the fourth quarter of Friday’s win over the Pacers and did not return. If he can’t play on Sunday, the Clippers will have to go small when starting center Brook Lopez isn’t on the floor, which could change the roles of John Collins and Nicolas Batum.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Garland appeared to roll his left ankle during the second quarter of Friday’s game, heading back to the locker room just before halftime. He was back on the floor for the start of the third and showed no ill effects from the ankle sprain, shooting 7-of-11 from the field in the second half, including 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. Garland did not offer any value beyond points, assists and three-pointers, but few will turn their noses up at a 30-point night.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Playing in Indiana for the first time since he was dealt to the Clippers in the Ivica Zubac trade, Mathurin struggled with his shot. He shot 1-of-5 from inside the arc, but Mathurin compensated for those struggles by getting to the foul line. The Clippers’ wing shot 75 percent from the charity stripe, with the 12 points on free throws boosting his points tally. Sunday’s game against the Bucks may be better for Mathurin, given the emotions associated with his return to Indiana on Friday.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
The Clippers appeared to be on their way to one of their worst defeats of the season, but Leonard stepped up when he was most needed. The star forward shot 5-of-8 from the field in the fourth quarter, including a pull-up jumper with less than a second remaining that gave the Clippers a 114-113 lead. That would be the final score as Indiana’s Jay Huff missed two free throws with one-tenth of a second remaining. Leonard and the Clippers play once more in Week 22, a Sunday matinee against the reeling Bucks.
Source: NBA
LAC • Center • #22
about 1 month ago
Jackson appeared to tweak his right ankle early in the fourth quarter, and he has now been ruled out for the rest of the night. He finished with four points and four rebounds in 14 minutes. If Jackson misses time, the Clippers will likely have to go small when starter Brook Lopez is off the floor, with John Collins serving as the five.
Source: Lauren Rosen
LAC • Small Forward • #11
about 1 month ago
Miller did not play in Wednesday’s win over the Raptors, with his absence coinciding with Bennedict Mathurin’s return from a toe injury. If Miller returns, Nicolas Batum is the player most likely to lose out on playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Mathurin’s return from a four-game absence was a successful one, as he helped lead the Clippers to a third consecutive win. Per usual, the Clippers’ sixth man scored the ball well, with free-throw shooting being a primary reason. He also contributed as a passer and ultimately tied a team-high in assists. Mathurin’s offensive production off the bench is necessary for Los Angeles. Fantasy managers can expect him to remain in his role the rest of the way, with nightly scoring production being likely.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
After a low-scoring outing in the Clippers blowout win on Monday, Garland upped his overall production in Wednesday’s blowout victory. In 30 minutes, he tallied at least five made three-pointers for the fifth time in 11 games as a Clipper, and used that three-point production to score over 20 points for the seventh time since being traded to Los Angeles. The seventh-year guard has proven to be a good fit at the guard position for the Clippers in his limited time with the team. As they fight for seeding towards the end of the regular season, likely in the Play-In Tournament, Garland should remain a focal point of the offense and a productive player in fantasy leagues.
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard’s streak of 20-point performances extended to 49 consecutive games on Wednesday after the Clippers defeated the Raptors by 25 points. He shot efficiently from the field, as he usually does, and found good production at the free-throw line along the way. Leonard’s defensive stats weren’t noteworthy in his 30 minutes of game action, but his impact was felt nonetheless. The two-time NBA champion hasn’t had many dominant performances lately. Yet, he’s remained a reliable contributor on a nightly basis from a fantasy basketball standpoint.
LAC • Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Collins is back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Bucks. As a result, Nicolas Batum heads to the bench, where he offers even less value than he did as a spot starter.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard was initially listed as questionable with an ankle injury, but was ultimately ruled in for Wednesday’s game against the Raptors. Jordan Miller and Bennedict Mathurin will remain as bench players with Leonard in the starting lineup Wednesday.
LAC • Small Forward • #11
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable, Miller will miss Wednesday’s game due to a sore back. His absence may result in more minutes for Kris Dunn and Kobe Sanders, with the former currently holding a more secure place within the Clippers’ rotation.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Small Forward • #11
about 1 month ago
Miller hasn’t missed a game since December, but there is a chance he misses this game. He has scored in double figures in five straight games, but his potential absence would likely lead to extra minutes for Kris Dunn.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Collins was sidelined against Milwaukee on Monday despite initially being listed as probable. He’ll be back to take on Toronto, which means Nicolas Batum will likely return to playing a role off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
Mathurin will be back following a four-game absence with this toe injury. Kris Dunn and Jordan Miller have both taken on larger roles in his absence and will likely lose out on a few minutes with Mathurin back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Small Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard has played in the Clippers’ last two games, but he has missed a couple games recently with this ankle injury. He continues to manage it, but if he ends up sitting out, Jordan Miller could start in his place once again, though Miller is questionable as well with a back injury. Bennedict Mathurin is also a candidate to start if Kawhi is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Lopez displayed the type of floor spacing on Monday that those within the Bucks organization are very familiar with. The veteran center and former champion with the Bucks had a massive impact in the third quarter, when he netted four triples and recorded his only two blocks of the night. Lopez didn’t get a chance to test his hot hand in the fourth quarter because of the huge point differential between the two teams. However, he will look to stay hot against the Raptors on Friday.
LAC • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Given the Clippers’ once-46-point lead, Garland’s playing time was relatively low on Monday. Specifically, he finished with 18 total minutes, his fewest as a Clipper. Still, the former NBA All-Star made the most of his time by sinking a few shots from deep and recording at least six assists for the ninth game in a row. Garland will almost certainly put up more productive numbers in more competitive games going forward. Regardless, he did what he could in the minutes that he earned on Monday.