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PHX • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Green still has not reached the point where he’s healthy enough to play in games. Grayson Allen will remain in the starting lineup until that changes, and he should be rostered in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Brooks will miss a third straight game due to right groin soreness. Royce O’Neale will remain in the starting lineup until that changes, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
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
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams made his first start of the season on Wednesday, and all that was missing from his final stat line was a three-pointer. He shot the ball well from the field and was active as a rebounder and defender. Some fantasy managers were unwilling to roll the dice on Williams due to his injury history, as he’s yet to play 50 games in a season. While that will remain a concern until he proves he can stay healthy, Williams is off to a good start in Phoenix. He’s providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 83.
PHX • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Not on the radar for many fantasy managers during draft season, Gillespie has emerged as a reputable deep-league option. He recorded a complete stat line against the Grizzlies and played 31 minutes off the bench. Gillespie, who’s rostered in 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues, has clearly earned the trust of Suns head coach Jordan Ott. And with the Suns playing two more games during Week 2, adding Gillespie wouldn’t be a bad idea for deep-league managers needing a point guard.
PHX • Forward • #00
about 2 months ago
O’Neale has made at least two three-pointers in each of the Suns’ five games, but he’s kicked things up a notch with Dillon Brooks (groin) unavailable. A starter in Phoenix’s last two games, the veteran forward is a combined 11-of-23 from beyond the arc. O’Neale’s performance on Wednesday was closer to the norm than his showing against the Jazz two nights prior, but he’s worth rostering until Brooks is cleared to return.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Booker was 10-of-26 from the field on Wednesday, but an 11-of-26 night would have meant a Suns victory. His three-pointer just before time expired missed the mark, dropping Phoenix to 1-4 on the season. Thus far, Booker is ranked outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats, with turnovers being the issue. He committed three against the Grizzlies but averages nearly five per game on the season. Booker has only averaged four or more turnovers per game once in his career, so fantasy managers should not be too concerned.
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Two nights after playing a season-high 31 minutes in an overtime loss to the Jazz, Williams is in the Suns’ starting lineup for the first time. He replaces Oso Ighodaro, who provided limited fantasy value as a starter. While there remain concerns about Williams’ availability, he’s healthy currently and should be slotted into fantasy lineups.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHX • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
There was some hope that Green would be able to make his Suns debut on Wednesday, but he isn’t healthy enough to do so just yet. Grayson Allen will continue to start and should be rostered in fantasy leagues until Green can play starters’ minutes.
Source: John Gambadoro
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.
LAC • Guard-Forward • #33
about 2 months ago
Batum wasn’t in the starting lineup to begin Tuesday’s 19-point defeat, but he was part of the five who began the third quarter. Bogdan Bogdanović (two points and one rebound in nine minutes) received the starting nod but only played the first five minutes of the first half, as he continues to struggle with his shot. Regardless of who starts while Bradley Beal (back) is sidelined, neither is worth the streaming risk. The Clippers are off until Friday, when they host the Pelicans.
PHX • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Injured before the start of the preseason, Green has yet to make his Suns debut. That could change on Wednesday, as he’s considered questionable. Given the time missed, Green will likely be under a minutes restriction whenever he’s available to play. Grayson Allen has been the starter, but he’s worth holding onto even after Green is healthy enough to play starters’ minutes.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Wednesday’s game will be the second Brooks has missed with a sore right groin. Royce O’Neale started Monday’s overtime loss to the Jazz, playing 46 of a possible 53 minutes. He may retain that role on Wednesday, even if Jalen Green (hamstring) is available. Green is worth streaming, especially in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #12
about 2 months ago
Gillespie took on a starting role late last season for the Suns, but he has started this year in a reserve role. That hasn’t led to much production, but he shined brightly in this one. He set a new career-high for assists and turned in a full stat line. Gillespie may have earned more minutes with his performance, but that doesn’t mean he will play a large enough role consistently to be worth streaming in, especially with Jalen Green (hamstring) on the cusp of a return.
PHX • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Allen has filled in nicely in place of Jalen Green, who has yet to make his debut for the Suns due to a hamstring injury. He has hit 15 three-pointers through four games, which was what we anticipated. The added boost has been the assists; he is averaging 5.5 per game, which far exceeds any previous season average. That won’t continue, especially when Green is healthy, but is has been a nice start to the year for Allen.
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams has been coming off the bench for the Suns, but he played a much larger role than Oso Ighodaro, who only played 13 minutes as the starting center. That worked out well for the Suns, as Williams was able to tip the ball back in at the end of regulation to force overtime. It’s unclear if Williams will continue to come off the bench, but if he does, he may still play more minutes than Ighodaro moving forward.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Booker had some magic at the end of regulation, knocking down two contested threes that helped the Suns comeback from down seven with 20 seconds left to force overtime. They weren’t able to get the job done in overtime, but it ended up being the best performance of the year for him. Booker set new season highs for points, assists and three-pointers while setting a new season low for turnovers. This was the type of upside that had him going at the end of the first round in fantasy drafts, and he’ll look to stay hot against the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
PHX • Forward • #00
about 2 months ago
With Dillon Brooks sidelined with a groin injury, O’Neale was able to fill in as a starter and ended up turning in a productive line. O’Neale had been playing just under 30 minutes per game, which didn’t allow him much time to provide fantasy value. If Brooks remains out against the Grizzlies on Wednesday, O’Neale will hold value as a streamer, though the expectation shouldn’t be that he replicates this type of production.
PHX • Forward • #00
about 2 months ago
O’Neale will start in place of Dillon Brooks, who will be sidelined for this game with a groin injury. With O’Neale bumping up, there will be more reserve forward minutes available for Rasheer Fleming and Nigel Hayes-Davis.
LAC • • #
about 2 months ago
Sanders has only played nine minutes this season, while Miller hasn’t been healthy enough to suit up. They’ll both miss another game, but that won’t have an impact on the Clippers’ rotation.
Source: Marc J. Spears
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
This will be a second straight absence for Beal, who had been on a minutes restriction due to a knee issue to start the year. Now, it’s his back that’s bothering him. Bogdan Bogdanovic could get another start, but he was held scoreless in 24 minutes on Sunday with five turnovers. Kris Dunn is another candidate to fill the role.
Source: Joey Linn
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Brooks has officially been ruled out after initially being listed as questionable to play against Utah. Royce O’Neale should slide into the starting lineup, with Rasheer Fleming and Nigel Hayes-Davis taking on a few extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Before the Suns embarked on their three-game road trip that ends Monday night, head coach Jordan Ott said it was “too early” to rule Green out for all three games. Unfortunately, he will not play against Utah, but the guard was doing some resistance training and sprinting during Monday’s pregame shootaround. Grayson Allen will start as long as Green is out and should be rostered in standard leagues.
Source: Duane Rankin
LAC • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
Bogdanović played like someone who was out of the Clippers’ rotation and didn’t play in their first two games for a reason. Filling in for Bradley Beal (back), Bogdanović went 0-for-4 from the field with no points and five turnovers in 24 minutes. It’s difficult to spin that performance. Kris Dunn was more effective off the bench with nine points in 21 minutes and could draw the start the next time Beal is out.
LAC • Center • #40
about 2 months ago
Sunday was Zubac’s best game yet on the young season. His 21 points and eight rebounds represent season-highs. The 28-year-old center averaged 12.6 rebounds per game last year so it’s reasonable to expect his rebounding numbers to pick up in the near future. Zubac continues to dominate the center role for the Clippers playing 35 minutes to Brook Lopez’ 13 minutes off the bench.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Leonard has now posted at least 27 points, at least five rebounds and at least four assists in each of his last two games. The 34-year-old small forward has picked up his play significantly since dropping 10 points in the season opener against the Jazz. Leonard has also played at least 29 minutes in all three games this year and health will be key for his success throughout the season.
LAC • • #
about 2 months ago
Sanders, who’s on a two-way contract, has not been part of the Clippers’ rotation. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Williams did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Nuggets, Phoenix’s second game in as many nights. He’s played 24 and 14 minutes in his first two appearances of the season, the second being a blowout loss to the Clippers on Friday. With Williams under a minutes restriction, Oso Ighodaro should remain in the starting lineup. However, he’s provided minimal fantasy value, so don’t feel obligated to roster Oso.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Due to Jalen Green’s absence, Brooks has taken on a far larger role on the offensive end of the floor than anticipated through Phoenix’s first three games. If he cannot play against the Jazz, Royce O’Neale would be the most logical candidate to fill the void in the starting lineup. When allowed to start in the past, O’Neale has managed to provide decent streaming value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Guard • #10
about 2 months ago
The Clippers will not have Bradley Beal for Sunday’s game, as he recovers from a back injury suffered during Friday’s win over the Suns. He’ll be replaced in the starting lineup by Bogdanović, who was out of the rotation and did not play in the Clippers’ first two games. Kris Dunn will also have added importance on Sunday, especially if the Clippers struggle to defend Shaedon Sharpe.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal has been on a minutes restriction in previous games for the Clippers. On Sunday, his minutes will be restricted to zero as he’s out for the game with a back injury. Bogdan Bogdanovic will move into the Clippers’ starting lineup, replacing Beal.
Source: Grant Mona
PHX • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
After only taking 10 shots in the Suns’ previous game, Booker was more aggressive on the offensive end in this one and was able to get back over the 30-point threshold. He also increased his assist count over the last two games, though a new season-high for turnovers came with that. Defenses are able to key in on Booker, but he’s still able to punish them as a scorer. Amazingly, he’s still been able to make at least 50 percent of his shots in each of their first three games of the season.
PHX • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Allen has been starting for the Suns in place of Jalen Green (hamstring), and he has been a reliable source of threes, as expected, he has 11 triples through three games, and he has been able to contribute some value in other categories as well. There’s not a clear timeline for Green to return to the floor, but as long as he is out, Allen will be worth rostering. They have a four-game week coming up, starting in Utah on Monday.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal has been on a minutes restriction to start the season, and he hasn’t been productive when he has been out there. If he isn’t available against Portland, Kris Dunn would likely slide into the starting lineup.
Source: Law Murray
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Saturday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Suns, who lost to the Clippers on Friday. Given his injury history and the Suns’ measured approach to ramping up his workload, Williams’ not playing on Saturday is unsurprising. Oso Ighodaro will remain in the starting lineup, with Nick Richards being the primary backup. Williams’ absence may also lead to rookie Khaman Maluach picking up a few rotation minutes.
Source: Day-to-day
PHX • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Grayson Allen didn’t shoot well from the field on Friday, but made an impact with his passing for a second straight game. He leads the Suns in assists through two games and scored in double figures in each of those contests. His upside isn’t high in fantasy basketball leagues, but he is one of the NBA’s role players who can get hot from beyond the arc on any given night and come up with some big performances.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Booker’s Friday performance was a bit quieter than the 31-point outing against the Kings in the season opener. He was limited to 10 field goal attempts against the Clippers and had to rely on the free-throw line for a good chunk of his scoring. Booker was impactful as a passer, though, as he led Phoenix in assists and flirted with a double-double. He’ll presumably have better performances in the near future, with a chance to bounce back on Saturday against the Nuggets.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Brooks was accurate on high volume from beyond the arc on Friday, which allowed him to tally at least 20 points for the second straight game. The total output was enough to lead the team in scoring, which isn’t shocking when also considering Jalen Green’s absence. However, Brooks will almost certainly remain a focal point of the offense even when Green makes his Suns debut. Fantasy managers should assume the volume is here to stay.
LAC • Forward • #55
about 2 months ago
Jones Jr. went perfect from the field before finishing as one of the Clippers’ three best scorers on the evening. He repeatedly stepped into his three-point shots confidently and proceeded to knock each catch-and-shoot triple down one after the other. Jones Jr. eventually concluded with the most threes in a game that he’s made as a Clipper. The two produced stocks were the cherry on top for what was a productive night for him overall.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Leonard bounced back from a poor 10-point, 3-of-9 shooting performance in the Clippers’ blowout loss to the Jazz on Wednesday by nearly scoring 30 in a one-sided win over the Suns on Friday. The two-time Finals MVP ramped things up in the second quarter on the offensive end, which gave him the boost that ultimately led him to finish as one of the two highest scorers in the game. Leonard performed well on both ends of the floor and remains capable of having dominant outings on a nightly basis.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Harden needed only 28 minutes to reach 30 points on Friday, using high efficiency on low volume, and production from the free-throw line to do so. The 14-point first quarter did the heavy lifting, while solid work on the glass and usual productivity as a facilitator rounded out his performance. Harden didn’t play during the fourth quarter due to the lopsided score, but still concluded with a productive game.
PHX • Center • #5
about 2 months ago
Due to his minutes restriction, Williams was used in a reserve role in his Suns’ debut Wednesday night. He didn’t do much scoring, but the fourth-year center was effective as a rebounder and shot-blocker. Oso Ighodaro (7/4/1) started and played 19 minutes, with Nick Richards (eight points and three rebounds) playing the other five. Rookie Khaman Maluach was the odd man out against the Kings, picking up a DNP-CD. One would think the center rotation will shrink even more as Williams continues ramping up. While he’s worth having rostered in redraft leagues, the other three center options in Phoenix are not.
PHX • Guard-Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Working as hard defensively as Brooks does, there may be a little more freedom offensively, even if that isn’t always the best approach. With Jalen Green (hamstring) still unavailable, more shots are available for Suns not named Devin Booker. Brooks took full advantage in his official Suns debut, firing up 24 shots. The issue for him was the three-point shooting. While Brooks shot 50 percent from two, he was just 1-of-8 from three. A career 35.5 percent shooter, Brooks made 39.7 percent of his three-point attempts last season. However, Wednesday’s poor three-point shooter should not detract from Brooks’ all-around performance, which was one reason why the Suns erased a 17-point deficit and took home the victory. He isn’t the best fantasy option, but there should be room for Brooks on deep-league rosters due to the role he’s being asked to fill.
PHX • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Initially probable for Wednesday’s game with a sore hip, Allen played 36 minutes without any issues. Starting in place of the injured Jalen Green (hamstring), Allen was effective, especially making plays for others. Allen led the Suns in assists, and the seven helpers were the most in a game for him since January 31 against the Warriors. Add in the scoring and rebounding, and Wednesday’s performance was a reminder of Allen’s fantasy value on nights when he starts and plays heavy minutes. However, that may change soon, as Green might be able to play during Phoenix’s three-game road trip that begins on Friday against the Clippers.
PHX • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Booker missed five free throws in Wednesday’s season opener, but that’s probably the lone complaint you’ll hear from those who have him rostered. The fact that the Suns’ star got to the foul line that often while also attempting 19 field goals says a lot about what he was able to do offensively. Booker may have some help soon, as Jalen Green (hamstring) could return during Phoenix’s upcoming three-game road trip. While Booker can certainly shoulder the offensive workload, the Suns’ best chance of success is for him to have consistent help. Others stepped up against the Kings, and getting Green on the floor should help moving forward.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
Harden didn’t exactly lift his team up in this one. While he didn’t play as poorly as Kawhi Leonard, The Beard had just 15 points on 12 shots and was 2-of-9 from behind the three-point line. The Clippers will just have to move past this embarrassing season opening loss to the Jazz and hope it’s not a harbinger for the rest of the season.
LAC • Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
In one of the biggest upsets of Wednesday’s NBA action, the Clippers didn’t show up for the season opener in Utah. Leonard wasn’t without blame in this one. The 24-year-old forward had just 10 points on 3-of-9 shooting in 29 minutes. Kawhi was 1-of-5 from behind the three-point line, turned the ball over twice and was -25 in the 21-point loss to the Jazz. Given all the injuries in his past, fantasy managers shudder to think that this is one of the healthy games they’ll get from Leonard this year.
LAC • Guard • #1
about 2 months ago
While the Clippers brought in Bradley Beal and Chris Paul this offseason, Beal is the one who moves into the starting lineup for the season opener. Paul still figures to have a significant bench role this season backing up James Harden and perhaps even lightening his workload as coach Tyronn Lue has mentioned in training camp.
LAC • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
After missing Monday’s practice due to illness, Dunn is not on the injury report for Wednesday’s season opener. After spending most of last season as a starter, he’ll come off the bench, which limits Dunn’s already-low fantasy value. There’s no need to roster him in most fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAC • Guard • #11
about 2 months ago
Miller being sidelined will not significantly impact fantasy basketball or the Clippers’ rotation, as the team is healthy otherwise. However, there may be a point in the season when he offers deep-league streaming value, especially considering the injury histories of some of the more prominent Clippers on the roster.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • Guard • #8
about 2 months ago
Dunn was the only player not to practice for the Clippers on Monday, casting some doubt on his availability for Wednesday’s opener against the Jazz. While he did start 58 of the 74 games he played last season, Dunn’s role is likely to be diminished this season due to the arrivals of Bradley Beal and Kris Paul.
Source: Justin Russo
LAC • • #
about 2 months ago
With most of the Clippers’ rotation players either resting or playing limited minutes, Sanders saw some extended run on Friday and took full advantage. The rookie out of Nevada logged 37 minutes and utilized the three-point shot to pour in a game-high in points on the evening. Sanders will likely spend most of his rookie season in the NBA G League, but his strong end to the preseason should send him into his first regular season with some positive momentum.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal logged his first minutes in a Clippers uniform on Friday as he made his way back from offseason knee surgery. He got the start and made all six of his two-point shots before his night ended after the first half. Beal is expected to start for the Clippers in their regular-season opener and could serve as a nice replacement for Norman Powell, who had a career-best season alongside James Harden last season before being traded to the Miami Heat. If Beal can remain healthy, he should be a solid addition to a veteran team that has plenty of depth.
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
The Clippers are resting multiple regulars for Friday’s preseason finale, resulting in a starting lineup that we won’t see when the team opens its regular season on October 22. The most notable name in the lineup is Beal, who’s making his unofficial Clippers debut after missing the first three games of the preseason after undergoing knee surgery in July. He’ll start at shooting guard when the regular season begins, sharing the backcourt with James Harden.
Source: Law Murray
LAC • Guard • #3
about 2 months ago
Beal has been recovering from an arthroscopic knee procedure that he underwent in July, which has limited him throughout training camp and prevented him from playing in the preseason. He should suit up against Golden State, and coach Tyronn Lue has already said that Beal will start at shooting guard during the regular season. Even if he comes off the bench or plays a limited role on Friday, that won’t continue when games start to count next week.
Source: Chris Haynes