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LAC • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Harden returns to the lineup after a brief one-game absence. His return will be a welcome one for the Clippers, who will again be without Kawhi Leonard (ankle) as they look to snap a three-game losing streak on Saturday. Harden is second on the team in scoring and is one of the better facilitators in the league. He remains a very productive player in fantasy leagues deep into his NBA career.
Source: Joey Linn
LAC • Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard will miss a third consecutive game after spraining his left ankle during the fourth quarter of Monday’s loss to the Heat. Nicolas Batum has replaced him in the starting lineup but provided limited production, so he isn’t worth the risk in fantasy leagues. John Collins, who’s already rostered in most standard leagues, will have added value despite coming off the bench.
Source: Janis Carr
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi will miss a third straight game, which means more playing time for Kevon Looney, Karlo Matkovic and rookie Derik Queen. Queen offers the highest upside of the trio, though New Orleans’ platoon approach at center lowers his fantasy appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
With Poole sidelined, rookie Jeremiah Fears should get a boost, though Fears was already a player worth picking up prior to Poole’s injury. Jordan Hawkins and Jose Alvarado should see an increase in playing time as well.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
LAC • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
With Kawhi Leonard (ankle) and James Harden (personal) both sidelined, Zubac stepped up as the leading scorer for LA. He ended up being the lone bright spot in the starting unit; if the bench didn’t step up, this game would’ve been more lopsided. 23 points were a new season-high for Zubac, but he won’t get that opportunity often when this team is healthy.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
After missing Tuesday’s game, which was the second leg of a back-to-back, Beal was back to take on the Suns. With James Harden (personal) and Kawhi Leonard (ankle) both sidelined, it was a great opportunity for Beal to get back on track against his former team. Beal was limited to 20 minutes once again. The hope is that he’ll eventually play better and play more, but at this point, he isn’t doing much to help fantasy managers or the Clippers.
LAC • Guard • #12
about 1 month ago
Christie hasn’t been part of the rotation this season, but with James Harden (personal) and Kawhi Leonard (ankle) both out, he was given the opportunity to play a large role off the bench. He took full advantage, setting a new career-high for points. Perhaps Christie will earn more minutes, but he won’t play a significant role consistently this season. However, he’s an intriguing stash in dynasty leagues.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal enters the starting unit in place of James Harden, who is sidelined due to personal reasons. Beal is reportedly on a minutes restriction, so even though he is back in the lineup and starting, he isn’t going to play a significant role, which means more minutes for Bogdan Bogdanovic.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy had scored at least 17 points in three consecutive games entering play Wednesday, but had just 11 points in a clunker of a performance against the Mavericks. It was the third time in eight games this year that the 25-year-old small forward has shot 27.3 percent or less from the field. Murphy has a couple days to find his jump shot before the Pelicans take on the Spurs on Saturday.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Bey drew a spot start against the Mavericks on Wednesday with Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole (knee) both out. The 26-year-old shooting guard came through as a streaming option if you needed points and threes. Bey had game-high 22 points including four made three-points. He’ll return to the bench when the Pelicans are fully healthy.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Already without Zion Williamson, the Pelicans will not have Jordan Poole (knee) available for Wednesday’s game, either. Those absences push Bey into the starting lineup, and he’s worth considering as a deep-league streamer. The other four starters are unchanged from Tuesday’s win over the Hornets.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal did not play in Tuesday’s loss to the Thunder, as the Clippers were playing their second game in as many nights. His return will bump Kris Dunn to the bench, where he provides limited fantasy value at best. There’s no need to hold onto Dunn if you streamed him on Tuesday.
Source: Tomer Azarly
LAC • Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard will miss a second straight game with a sprained ankle. Nicolas Batum replaced him in the lineup for Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, providing little fantasy value. John Collins, who’s rostered in most leagues, will receive a boost to his fantasy value, even if he remains on the bench.
Source: Joey Linn
LAC • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
The Clippers will be without their top two players for Thursday’s game, as Harden and Kawhi Leonard (ankle) will be unavailable. In the case of The Beard, he’ll likely be replaced in the starting lineup by Chris Paul. Given his credentials, CP3 is worth rostering wherever available, especially with this being the only game of the night.
Source: Joey Linn
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Poole is set to miss the second game of a back-to-back against the Mavericks on Wednesday. The 26-year-old shooting guard is dealing with a knee injury and was previously listed as questionable. The Pelicans have a number of options to replace Poole in the starting lineup including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado. Rookie Jeremiah Fears should also see a boost in minutes and usage Wednesday.
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Poole moved back to the starting unit against the Hornets on Tuesday in place of Zion Williamson (hamstring). If Poole sits out the second leg of the back-to-back, there are multiple options to replace him, including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado, depending on how big Pelicans coach Willie Green wants his starting lineup to be. Jeremiah Fears, who is already starting, would also see a bump in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
This will be a second straight absence for Missi. Kevon Looney played 15 minutes as a starter on Tuesday, while Derik Queen played 18 minutes off the bench and Karlo Matkovic played 15 minutes. Clearly, there isn’t a major beneficiary from Missi’s absence, though Queen did the most with his minutes. Perhaps he can take on a larger role against Dallas.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
Dunn, starting for Bradley Beal, didn’t do much scoring on Tuesday. However, he did provide solid value in the other fantasy-relevant categories, including steals. He’s recorded multiple steals in three straight games for the first time since March 3-7, 2025. Dunn’s fantasy value depends on Beal’s availability, making him a challenging player to trust fully. Nicolas Batum, who filled in for Kawhi Leonard, also moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday. Batum wasn’t very productive, finishing with three points, one rebound, three assists and one three-pointer in 18 minutes. While Dunn can be a useful streamer when starting, that isn’t the case for Batum.
LAC • Forward-Center • #20
about 1 month ago
Like teammate James Harden, Collins was excellent in the first half. He scored 15 points to help the Clippers take a one-point lead into the break. Well, the reigning champs flipped a switch, and most of the fourth quarter was left to non-rotation players. While Collins has recorded solid averages, the bench role has negatively impacted his fantasy value, a disappointing development for those who hoped he would be a starter. Derrick Jones Jr. (16/4/2/1/1 with three three-pointers) has held onto that role and provided top-100 value, yet is rostered in just six percent of Yahoo! leagues.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Harden was rolling during the first half, recording 22 points, five rebounds, four assists and one steal. However, he and the Clippers could not hold off the Thunder in the second half, and he spent the final 6:35 on the bench. Obviously, having Kawhi Leonard and Bradley Beal would have helped, but Harden was placed in a spot where he had to shoulder even more of the workload than usual. Both should be back for Thursday’s game against the Suns.
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy helped New Orleans snap an abysmal six-game losing streak to open the season by draining five of his 10 three-point attempts on a night when the Pelicans knocked down 17 of 38 (45 percent) from beyond the arc. The 25-year-old has scored at least 17 points in three consecutive contests after being held to just seven in back-to-back blowout losses last week.
NOP • G • #15
about 1 month ago
Alvarado knocked down four treys, including a go-ahead bucket with 15.4 seconds left in the contest, to give New Orleans a much-needed spark off the bench. The Pelicans also got significant contributions from Saddiq Bey, who added 17 points of his own, and high-flying Karlo Matković, who supplied a couple highlight-reel dunks as part of his 13 points. The 27-year-old role player has taken a backseat with rookie Jeremiah Fears getting an opportunity in the starting lineup at the outset of the season, but he cracked the 30-minute mark for the first time this season in this one.
LAC • Guard • #8
about 1 month ago
The Clippers are down two starters for Tuesday’s game, as Kawhi Leonard (ankle) and Bradley Beal (back) are unavailable. Dunn and Batum have moved into the starting lineup, with the former being the player worth considering in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
The Pelicans are without Zion Williamson and Yves Missi, with the former sidelined for at least 7-10 days. Poole and Looney will start, with the latter making his second appearance of the season. While Poole has increased value in fantasy leagues, Looney is not worth the risk, especially with Derik Queen waiting in the wings.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi, who was initially questionable, will miss his second game of the season. However, while the Pelicans went small for their October 24 loss to the Spurs, inserting Saddiq Bey into the lineup, that was with a healthy Zion Williamson. Williamson (hamstring) won’t be available on Tuesday, potentially resulting in a spot start for DeAndre Jordan and Derik Queen.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson’s sore left hamstring has been diagnosed as a Grade 1 strain, and the Pelicans will re-evaluate him in 7-10 days. Given the timeline, he’ll miss at least five games, starting with Tuesday’s matchup with Charlotte. For the most recent game that Williamson missed, an October 27 loss to the Celtics, Jordan Poole served as the fifth starter. Taking on that role would raise his fantasy ceiling, and Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to facilitate offense.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal will sit out Tuesday’s game for knee injury management reasons after playing 20 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Heat. Fantasy managers should expect Beal to remain limited for the foreseeable future. While Bogdan Bogdanović was the starter the last time Beal missed action, neither he nor Nicolas Batum was productive enough to merit being streamed. Kris Dunn is the superior choice despite being limited as a scorer.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
So much for Leonard’s proclamation after Friday’s win over the Pelicans that he was not restricted in any way. He’ll sit out Tuesday’s game against the reigning champs, the Clippers’ second game in as many nights. John Collins is a potential replacement in the starting lineup; he’ll have increased fantasy value even if he comes off the bench.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Zubac was neutralized as a scorer on Monday, which is unsurprising since he was matched up with Bam Adebayo for most of the night. However, the Clippers center was elite on the glass, grabbing a season-high 18 rebounds, and the assist tally was also solid. Through six games, Zubac is ranked just outside the top-75 in nine-cat formats, three rounds behind his Yahoo! ADP of 41. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s played 34 and 33 minutes in the last two games. If he can continue to play 30-plus minutes per night, especially with Brook Lopez’s minimal impact, Zubac’s fantasy ceiling will be raised.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
For the second time in as many games, Leonard had the opportunity to play the role of hero in the final seconds on Monday. Unfortunately for him and the Clippers, Leonard’s jump from just inside the three-point line fell short. The defeat ended an 11-year personal win streak for Kawhi against the Heat, but that won’t concern fantasy managers. What will concern them is Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue saying after the loss that he wasn’t sure if Leonard or Bradley Beal (12/1/2/1 with two three-pointers) would be available for Tuesday’s game against the Thunder. Leonard said after Friday’s win over the Thunder that he isn’t under any restrictions and will play both games of the back-to-back. Don’t be surprised if his name shows up on the injury report.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Harden and the Clippers fought back down the stretch but fell one point short. While the final stat line was good, with Harden making some key shots in crunch time, he was also responsible for six turnovers. As a team, the Clippers committed 16 turnovers in the second half, continuing a problematic trend of being loose with the ball. However, despite Monday’s defeat, Harden remains an excellent player to have rostered in fantasy leagues, even with the turnover issues.
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson, on the Pelicans’ injury report due to a sore left hamstring, played 28 minutes in Sunday’s blowout loss to the Thunder. If he’s unable to play, rookie Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to serve as the primary playmaker. Also, Saddiq Bey would figure more prominently in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi has started the last two games for the Pelicans, so if he isn’t able to play through the illness, that spot would be open. Kevon Looney would likely fill the void, with Derik Queen and DeAndre Jordan taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Niederhauser will be available Monday after missing Friday’s win over the Pelicans with a sprained ankle. His availability will not impact fantasy basketball, with Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez being the first two centers in the rotation.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
Fears had an up-and-down game on Sunday. He shot the ball well, especially from beyond the arc, and scored in double figures for the third straight game and fifth time in his rookie season. Yet, he committed a career-high five turnovers and struggled with ball security against a tough OKC defense. Even with the rookie growing pains, Fears has had an impressive start to his career and consistently functioned as one of New Orleans’ most reliable players on a nightly basis. He’ll likely continue starting for the Pelicans and should only improve with more experience.
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy’s stats didn’t jump off the page on Sunday, but it’s worth noting that he was able to tally back-to-back games of at least 17 points and five three-pointers. While the overall offensive production likely hasn’t met expectations from a fantasy basketball standpoint, it appears that Murphy has found his touch from beyond the arc after some early-season struggles. The fifth-year forward has also done solid work on the glass and appears to have made some strides as a passer through six games.
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson had a balanced performance on the offensive end despite a blowout loss limiting him to just 28 minutes of action. While on the floor, he shot efficiently and led the Pelicans in rebounds and assists. Poor free-throw shooting and four turnovers ultimately hurt his fantasy production, but he still finished as one of New Orleans’ most impactful players on the day. His production will remain important moving forward as the Pelicans look to collect their first win of the season when facing the Hornets on Tuesday.
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney sprained his knee during the preseason and will be available to suit up for the first time this season against OKC. Yves Missi started the last game for the Pelicans, with Derik Queen filling out most of the backup minutes. Looney will be in the mix for center minutes, though it’s unclear who will start.
Source: Andrew Lopez
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney has been out since the preseason with a sprained left knee. While he can provide added depth at the center position once cleared to return, Looney is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball. Yves Missi has been the starter, with Derik Queen getting minutes off the bench and Zion Williamson occasionally playing the five in smaller lineups.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson did not record any defensive stats on Friday, but the rebounding and offensive production were good. The two issues for fantasy managers have been free-throw percentage and turnovers, but Zion made 11 of his 13 free throws against the Clippers. He was responsible for three turnovers, equaling his season average. For managers not too concerned about free-throw percentage, turnovers or three-pointers, Zion is providing top-25 value when punting those categories.
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Coming off the bench for the second straight game, Poole was far better on Friday than in Wednesday’s blowout loss to the Nuggets. The 30 points were a season-high for the Pelicans guard, who still provides top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Jeremiah Fears (13/4/8/4 with two three-pointers) didn’t shoot the ball well as the starting point guard, but he did not commit a turnover in his 29 minutes. With Fears being a lottery pick, it makes sense for the Pelicans to prioritize his development. Poole can share the court with the rookie, but he’ll only provide reliable fantasy value if he’s bought into his new role.
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy recorded solid points, rebounds, assists and steals numbers on Friday, a step in the right direction after he totaled 14 points on 4-of-19 shooting in the two games prior. More important may be that Murphy shot 5-of-10 from three after going 5-of-23 in his first four games. He’s a career 38.1 percent shooter from beyond the arc, so it was only a matter of time until Murphy found his stroke. New Orleans ends its Week 2 schedule on Sunday in Oklahoma City.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal was back in the Clippers’ starting lineup on Friday after missing two games with a back injury. However, he remains under a minutes restriction, as the veteran guard is also returning from offseason knee surgery. Beal did not provide much value in his first game back, and reserve Kris Dunn (six points and three steals) played 23 minutes off the bench. While Beal’s status as a starter may convince some to hold onto him, his being rostered in 79 percent of Yahoo! leagues feels a bit high right now.
LAC • Center • #40
about 1 month ago
Zubac recorded his second double-double in as many games on Friday, but the playing time is more notable. He played 34 minutes against the Pelicans, with backup Brook Lopez (3/3/0/1/1) logging 14 off the bench. Zubac averaged over 32 minutes per game last season, and Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said during the preseason that he believed that was too much. However, with Big Zu playing at least 34 minutes in two of his last three games and Lopez struggling, the starter’s workload may not suffer much after all.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Harden has recorded three points/assists double-doubles in five games, with his one-assist effort against the Warriors on Tuesday weighing down his average in that category. On Friday, The Beard notched a season-high assist total while extending his streak of games with at least 20 points to four. Harden is providing top-20 value in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP. The Clippers won’t play again during Week 2 but open Week 3 with a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Leonard had a big night in Friday’s NBA Cup opener, capping it with a jumper as time expired. Not only did he score efficiently, but the Clippers star had a huge first half on the defensive end of the floor. Leonard recorded five steals before halftime, matching his career-high for steals in a half. He would finish with more steals (six) than missed shots, and Leonard is currently providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats. Production has never been the issue for Kawhi; it’s the availability. However, following Friday’s win, Leonard said he isn’t under any restrictions and will play both games of the Clippers’ Monday/Tuesday back-to-back to begin Week 3.
Source: NBA
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal is back in the Clippers’ lineup after missing two games with a back issue. His return means that Bogdan Bogdanović will head to the bench, and he may fall out of the rotation entirely. There was no reason to roster Bogi when he started, and this will remain the case with Beal available to play.
Source: LA Clippers
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Pelicans head coach Willie Green’s experiment of starting DeAndre Jordan at center lasted all of one game. The veteran center heads to the bench, with Missi returning to the starting lineup. While he offers limited fantasy upside, Missi has a better chance of achieving some semblance of relevance when he can start.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
It’s unclear when Looney will make his Pelicans debut, but it won’t be Friday. Until Looney returns, DeAndre Jordan should provide depth at center. Looney’s next chance to take the court will come on Sunday at Oklahoma City.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • • #
about 1 month ago
Niederhäuser will not be available for Friday’s game, but this will not impact fantasy basketball. The Clippers have used a center rotation of Ivica Zubac and Brook Lopez, with Niederhäuser only seeing action when the game’s outcome is no longer in doubt.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Guard • #3
about 1 month ago
Beal will return to action after missing two games with a back issue. Bogdan Bogdanović replaced him in the starting lineup but provided no fantasy value in that role. Beal, who was on a minutes restriction before the back injury due to offseason knee surgery, will likely be limited on Friday.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney has yet to appear in a regular-season game for the Pelicans after injuring his knee during the preseason. While he doesn’t have much impact in fantasy basketball, the Pelicans’ injuries led to DeAndre Jordan signing a one-year deal on October 24.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
about 2 months ago
Fears bounced back from a mess of a game against the Celtics on Monday to have the best game of his young career against the Nuggets on Wednesday. The 19-year-old point guard had just two points in his first career start against the Celtics earlier this week. While the Pelicans suffered a blowout loss Wednesday, Fears played 30 minutes, had 21 points and six assists, which were all career-highs. There is a lot of potential here, but Fears isn’t consistent enough to trust in fantasy just yet.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson is back after missing Monday’s loss to the Celtics with a foot injury, and he’ll bump Jordan Poole to the bench. The other change of note is Jordan, who replaces Yves Missi in the starting lineup. While Jordan still isn’t at the point where he needs to be rostered in most fantasy leagues, remaining in the starting lineup could change that.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
LAC • • #
about 2 months ago
Sanders, selected with the 50th overall pick in June’s draft, reportedly injured his knee over the weekend. The hope is that he’ll be able to return sometime in December. As a two-way contract player, Sanders’ absence will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Zubac finished Tuesday’s defeat with his first double-double of the season, hitting double digits in the rebounds category. During the preseason, Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue said he believed Zubac played too much last season. After averaging 32.8 minutes per game in 2024-25, out of necessity due to the Clippers’ shallow interior rotation, Big Zu has averaged 27.6 minutes over the first week. A few of the games being blowouts has been a factor, as was the addition of Brook Lopez (3/2/1 in 19 minutes). While Zubac has a safe fantasy floor, his ceiling will take a hit if he can’t consistently play 30 minutes.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Leonard may have been the Clippers’ second-leading scorer on Tuesday, but this was a relatively quiet performance from the six-time All-Star. He shot 4-of-10 from the field in the first half and provided limited value outside of points and rebounds. Through four games, Leonard has been what many fantasy managers expected him to be, providing fourth-round value in nine-cat formats. The hope is that he’s consistently available, which would significantly raise Leonard’s fantasy ceiling.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Defensively, the Warriors limited Harden’s ability to get his teammates quality shots. He recorded just one assist and missed all three of his field-goal attempts in the second half. Even a great player like Harden produces the occasional dud, yet he still led the Clippers in scoring. He’ll look to bounce back when the Clippers host the Pelicans on Friday.
NOP • F • #1
about 2 months ago
Williamson sat out Monday’s loss to the Celtics, but it appears his foot injury isn’t serious. If he’s unable to take the court on Wednesday, Williamson’s next chance to play will come in Friday’s NBA Cup matchup with the Clippers. Saddiq Bey should stay heavily involved until he returns.
Source: Will Guillory
NOP • F • #25
about 2 months ago
It was extremely surprising that New Orleans was unable to take advantage of Boston’s undersized frontcourt in this one, even with Zion Williamson out with a left foot bone bruise, as they wound up being outscored 46-38 in the paint. Murphy shot just 27 percent from the floor and failed to connect on all four three-point attempts as he failed to reach double-digit points for the first time this season.