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IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin was initially listed as probable with a foot injury, so his availability against the Lakers on Wednesday isn’t a surprise. The 28-year-old power forward still isn’t playing enough minutes to have much fantasy value. Toppin isn’t worth rostering in most fantasy leagues.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is good to go after initially being probable for Wednesday’s game. As long as he’s allowed to play starters’ minutes, the Pacers’ point guard should continue to be a positive asset in category leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam was initially probable for Wednesday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He logged 34 minutes in Monday’s win over the Magic, which ended the Pacers’ 16-game losing streak. Hopefully, that is a positive indicator of how much Siakam will play on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith was initially listed probable with an ankle injury, so his availability against the Lakers on Wednesday isn’t a surprise. The 26-year-old small forward is coming off a 19-point performance that included five three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Magic.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams missed Monday’s game, which was the second of a back-to-back. He is on the injury report again, but he should be back to take on Milwaukee and fill out the backup center minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí has missed the last five games for Portland with this calf injury. Jerami Grant (foot) has missed the last two and is also questionable. If Grant remains out and Krejčí returns, he could have some streaming appeal, though he isn’t worth the risk on a day with 12 games.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant has missed Portland’s last two games and could remain sidelined for a third straight. Sidy Cissoko should start again if Grant remains out, though he was unproductive in 28 minutes on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith is once again expected to play through this ankle injury. He scored 19 points on five triples in Monday’s win and will look to stay hot against Los Angeles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard should be good to go for a third straight game, and he finished with 13 points, seven rebounds and 14 assists in Monday’s win. Expect him to continue to stuff the stat sheet against Los Angeles.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
Toppin is expected to be available once again, but his minutes have been too limited for him to make any sort of real fantasy impact. He should be left on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam is expected to be available for a third straight game, and he’s coming off scoring a season-high 37 points to help the Pacers snap a 16-game losing streak. He played 34 minutes in that game, so managers should expect him to play a similar role against the Lakers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
Clingan’s seven blocks were a season-high, and he only needed 24 minutes to hit that number. Portland winning in a rout likely cost the second-year center a new career-high in blocks, but fantasy managers will be satisfied with the production in that category as well as the 15 rebounds. Portland’s final three games of Week 22 are against the Bucks, Mavericks and Wizards; don’t be surprised if Clingan puts up a few more solid stat lines. And he’s unlikely to shoot 30 percent from the field, as he did against the Nets.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija’s struggles from beyond the arc continue, as he missed all three of his three-point attempts on Monday. Over his last six games, the Trail Blazers’ playmaker has shot 8-of-37. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s still scored at least 18 points in all six games, surpassing 23 points in four. Avdija’s ability to get to the foul line has boosted the points output, preserving most of his fantasy value.
POR • Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
Camara has made multiple three-pointers in four of his last five games, but Monday’s performance took the cake. Banking in his first three-point attempt was a sign of things to come, as the Trail Blazers’ forward started the night 8-of-8 from three. That’s a franchise record for consecutive three-pointers without a miss, passing Terry Porter’s seven. Camara finished the night 9-of-11 from deep, recording the second 30-point game of his career. Portland plays three more games in Week 22, and they’re all against teams headed to the draft lottery.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Not only did Nembhard reach double figures in assists for the first time since February 22 against the Mavericks, but the 14 helpers equaled his total in his prior two appearances. The Pacers’ point guard finished Monday’s victory with his tenth double-double of the season, two more than his first three NBA seasons combined. The Pacers play three more games in Week 22, but the end of the 16-game losing streak could lead to mainstays like Nembhard getting a little more time off.
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
After a two-game stretch in which he shot 11-of-16 from beyond the arc, Nesmith made two of his eight attempts in the Pacers’ final two games of Week 21. He cleaned that up on Monday, shooting 5-of-9 from deep to help the Pacers end their 16-game losing streak. Nesmith mainly provides points and three-pointers, making him a risky option in most fantasy leagues. But things worked out well for him and fantasy managers on Monday.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Walker has scored at least 20 points in back-to-back games, the first time he’s accomplished that feat this season. There weren’t any defensive stats to speak of, but what the former lottery pick is capable of offensively is why he’s worth rostering in some 12-team leagues at this point in the season. Since March 1, Walker has averaged 15.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.2 three-pointers per game while shooting 51.2 percent from the field. And, among the Pacers’ current starters, he may be the one safest from being shut down in these final weeks of the season.
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
At long last, the Pacers’ 16-game losing streak has come to an end. The motivation to end it on Monday likely influenced the minutes played by Siakam and the other starters, with four of them playing between 33 and 35 minutes. Siakam shot 50 percent from the field and made all nine of his free throw attempts in one of his more efficient efforts of the season. The Pacers play three more games in Week 22 without a back-to-back, but that does not guarantee fantasy managers of a fully available Siakam, especially with the losing streak now over.
IND • Center • #30
about 1 month ago
After utilizing a smaller lineup to begin Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, the Pacers will start a true center on Monday. Huff moves back into the starting five for the first time since March 10, with Quenton Jackson heading to the bench. This change also shifts Jarace Walker and Pascal Siakam up a position within the lineup.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith, who was initially questionable for Monday’s game, most recently played 25 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs. He’s likely to take on a similar workload on Monday, which limits the Pacers wing’s fantasy ceiling. At best, Nesmith should be rostered in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard is good to go after initially being questionable for Monday’s game. He played 28 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs and is likely to take on a similar workload against Orlando.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam had 14 points in 29 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, which was his first game action since March 8. Toppin played 19 minutes off the bench. With both forwards ruled in for Monday’s game against the Magic, expect them to take on similar workloads.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the second in as many days for the Trail Blazers, so Williams’ absence is unsurprising. Starter Donovan Clingan may pick up a few more minutes, with Portland going small when he isn’t in the game. Yang Hansen’s best chance at playing time would be if the Trail Blazers led by a large margin.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant and Krejčí will remain out for another game, with the former’s absence likely resulting in another spot start for Sidy Cissoko. However, Cissoko played 19 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Nuggets, with Matisse Thybulle playing 25 off the bench.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam and Toppin played in Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, with the former making his first appearance since March 8. Siakam played 29 minutes against San Antonio, with Toppin logging 19 minutes off the bench. Expect the forwards to take on similar workloads if allowed to play on Monday, with Jarace Walker likely being asked to log heavy minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard and Nesmith were in the Pacers’ starting lineup for Saturday’s loss to the Spurs, playing 28 and 25 minutes, respectively. They’ll likely take on similar workloads if available against the Magic. While Nembhard can still provide reliable standard-league value, Nesmith is a deep-league option at best.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
Camara entered Sunday having scored seven points or fewer in three of his previous five appearances. The Trail Blazers’ wing got back on track in Denver, shooting 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. If there was a disappointment for fantasy managers, it was that Camara did not record any defensive stats. With the Trail Blazers hosting the Nets on Monday, there’s a good chance that he puts up some defensive numbers in that one.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
While Clingan’s failure to record any defensive stats in Sunday’s defeat was disappointing, his continued progress as a perimeter shooter must be exciting for fantasy managers. Especially those competing in dynasty leagues. The 7-foot-2 center shot 4-of-7 from beyond the arc in Denver, after having shot 4-of-10 in his prior two appearances. Given the current state of the Nets, Monday’s opponent, it would be unsurprising if Clingan started Week 22 with another quality stat line.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Having totaled 15 assists and 13 turnovers in his last three games, Avdija finished Week 21 on a high note, even if Portland took the loss. His 14 assists against the Nuggets were countered by three turnovers in one of his more efficient games since the All-Star break. Add in the points and rebounds, and this was an excellent performance from Avdija. The Trail Blazers play four games in Week 22, starting with the Nets on Monday.
POR • Guard • #25
about 1 month ago
The Trail Blazers will not have Jerami Grant for Sunday’s game, as he is out with a sore left foot. Cissoko moves into the starting lineup, and while this does raise his short-term ceiling, he is not a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Lineups
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Grant’s absence is far more consequential for the Trail Blazers and fantasy managers, as he has been a fixture in the starting lineup. Kris Murray has been the fill-in in the past, and that may also be the case on Sunday. That said, he offers limited streaming value in that role. As for Krejčí, his playing time began to decrease even before the calf injury.
Source: Casey Holdahl
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game was Siakam’s first since March 8, so there may have been some concerns about a potential minutes limit. While the production was limited, the fact that Siakam played 29 minutes was encouraging. Will that continue? That’s the big question for fantasy managers who have him rostered, especially those competing for fantasy championships next week. While Indiana’s four-game slate is promising, the uncertainty around how much Siakam will play is a concern.
IND • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
With the Pacers’ rotation being as close to full strength as it has been in quite some time, the offensive end of the floor became a bit more manageable for Walker. Shooting 8-of-10 from the field overall, the third-year forward made five of his seven three-point attempts. Walker’s inefficiency has limited his fantasy value, but minutes have not been an issue and should remain the case for the rest of the season. The Pavers play four games in Week 22, starting with the Magic on Monday.
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard played 28 minutes on Saturday, and he was effective in his time on the floor. He’s now scored at least 20 points in five of the ten games he’s played in since the All-Star break. Something to watch with Nembhard is the status of rookie Kam Jones. If Jones misses one more game, his contract for next season would only be partially guaranteed. And under those circumstances, that could be when the Pacers decide to give Jones more minutes, possibly at Nembhard’s expense.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
The only holdovers from the lineup that began Wednesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers are Nesmith and Walker. Nembhard and Siakam return, with the latter back after an eight-game absence, and Jackson moves from the bench to the starting lineup. This is the first game the Pacers have played since losing Ivica Zubac to a season-ending rib injury, and they’ll go without a true center to start.
Source: NBA Lineups
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
While Nesmith and Sheppard were available for Wednesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, Potter is back after a two-game absence. Nesmith will take on his usual role within the starting lineup, while Sheppard and Potter will provide depth off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard, McConnell and Jackson were all listed as questionable for Saturday’s game. The former will be in the starting lineup, while the other two will look to provide value off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be Siakam’s first in nearly two weeks, as he last played on March 8. How much he’ll play remains to be seen, but Spicy P does not need to go well into the thirties minutes-wise to provide good fantasy value. As for Toppin, his minutes may be limited, making him a deep-league option at best.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
While Grant is coming off a 26-point effort in Friday’s win over the Timberwolves, Krejčí has missed the Trail Blazers’ last three games. His role diminished before the calf strain, so Krejčí’s availability for Sunday won’t affect fantasy basketball. As for Grant, his not playing could open the door for Kris Murray to make a spot start.
Source: Portland Trail Blazers
POR • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
After scoring 12 points in the first half of Friday’s victory, he was two points better in the second half as the Trail Blazers withstood a Minnesota rally. Having totaled 20 points on 8-of-20 shooting in his prior two appearances, the veteran forward needed a night like Friday. And the Trail Blazers will need more production from Grant moving forward, starting with Sunday’s game against the Nuggets.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
While turnovers remain an issue for Avdija, who committed four on Friday, his scoring output has picked up recently. Since his most recent absence due to a lingering lower back injury, the Trail Blazers wing has scored at least 17 points in seven straight games. Over the past two weeks, Avdija has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
The Timberwolves struggled to come up with an answer for Clingan during the first half of Friday’s game, as the second-year center recorded 17 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and two blocked shots. Minnesota did a better job with Clingan in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to keep Portland from leaving with the win. Clingan will have another challenging individual matchup on Sunday, as he and the Trail Blazers visit the Nuggets.
IND • Point Guard • #29
about 1 month ago
Jackson has been available for the Pacers’ last three games, most recently logging 20 minutes off the bench in Wednesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers. His opportunities will depend on the availability of Andrew Nembhard and T.J. McConnell, who are also questionable for Saturday’s game. If Nembhard remains out, there should be additional rotation minutes available to Jackson if he plays.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #1
about 1 month ago
While Toppin has only missed one of Indiana’s last four games, a March 18 loss to the Trail Blazers, Potter has missed the last two. With Ivica Zubac (ribs) done for the season, Toppin, Potter and Jay Huff take on added importance within the Pacers’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Nembhard has missed the Pacers’ last three games with a calf injury, with McConnell replacing him in the starting lineup. Fantasy managers should expect the same if Nembhard can’t play on Saturday, with Quenton Jackson (if available) and Kam Jones serving as the backups. Jackson is also listed as questionable due to a strained right calf.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Nesmith and Sheppard were available for Wednesday’s game against the Trail Blazers, with the former’s availability being far more impactful in fantasy basketball circles. If either has to sit out on Saturday, there may be opportunities for Taelon Peter and Ethan Thompson.
Source: NBA Injury Report
IND • Power Forward • #43
about 1 month ago
Siakam has not appeared in a game since March 8. However, unlike previous spots in which he was initially listed as doubtful, he’s questionable for Saturday. If Siakam can play, Jalen Slawson may be inactive for two-way contract reasons. Slawson is also questionable for Saturday night.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí has missed Portland’s last two games and is in danger of missing a third straight game. However, his role has dwindled recently, so his status won’t alter the Trail Blazers’ rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
After dishing out eight assists in a March 13 win over the Jazz, Holiday totaled seven assists in the two games that followed. The veteran point guard was more productive in that category on Wednesday, dishing out eight helpers while committing just one turnover. Add in the steals and three-pointers, and this was a good night for category league managers rostering Holiday.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
The Pacers struggled to come up with an answer for Clingan, who punished them on the glass and from beyond the arc on Wednesday. He dropped a season-high point total while matching his previous high with three three-pointers. Clingan finished with a complete stat line, providing fantasy managers with excellent value, especially when including percentages. Portland plays two more games in Week 21, starting with the Timberwolves on Friday.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
The Pacers had no answer for Avdija or Donovan Clingan on Wednesday, as they combined to score 60 of the Trail Blazers’ 125 points. For the former, this was his first 30-point game since a January 18 win over the Kings. Given the hit that Avdija’s production has taken since the back injury he suffered in mid-January, fantasy managers aren’t going to lose any sleep over his five turnovers against the Pacers.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams is back after sitting out Monday’s win over the Nets, which was Portland’s second game in as many days. He’ll slot in as Donovan Clingan’s backup, which limits the Time Lord’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • G • #27
about 1 month ago
Krejčí missed Monday’s game but could return to take on Indiana. He has only played a small role recently and hasn’t provided much in the box score since being traded to Portland. His status won’t impact the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams missed Monday’s game against Brooklyn, which was the second night of a back-to-back. This game isn’t part of a back-to-back set, so Williams should be available, though that isn’t guaranteed. If Williams is out, they’ll utilize small lineup when Donovan Clingan is off the floor.
Source: NBA Injury Report
POR • Guard • #00
about 1 month ago
A double-digit scorer in each of his last five games, Henderson also took better care of the basketball on Monday. He was responsible for two turnovers, making it three of the last five games that he’s had two or fewer. However, coming off the bench limits Henderson’s fantasy ceiling, especially when he plays 20 minutes as he did on Monday.
POR • Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
Having scored 12 points on 5-of-20 shooting in his prior two appearances, Camara needed a night like Monday to get untracked. The 18 points are the most he’s scored in a game since February 9, when he tallied 30 in a win over the 76ers. And since the calendar flipped to March, he’s reached double figures in three of eight games played. Shooting 36.3 percent from the field and 56.5 percent from the foul line since the All-Star break, Camara has been more valuable to the Trail Blazers than to fantasy managers.
POR • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Avdija didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball, going 4-of-13 from the field. However, he did provide solid value in other categories, most notably rebounds and assists. Since the All-Star break, he has been a top-75 player in eight-cat formats. A lingering back issue hasn’t helped, but Avdija has been active for each of the Trail Blazers’ last five games.
POR • Center • #23
about 1 month ago
For just the second time in eight games he’s played this month, Clingan failed to record any defensive stats in Monday’s victory. However, the second-year center did produce his fourth consecutive double-double and 29th of the season. Since the All-Star break, Clingan has provided third-round value in eight-cat formats. Portland plays three more games in Week 21, starting with the Pacers on Wednesday.
POR • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Williams is out after serving as Donovan Clingan’s backup in Sunday’s loss to the 76ers. Starting center Donovan Clingan’s playing time may increase slightly, with the Trail Blazers going small when he isn’t on the floor.
Source: Casey Holdahl