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BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
28 days ago
Mann is back from injury and will rejoin the Nets’ starting unit. Brooklyn has lost 11 of its last 12 games, and with six games remaining in the season, the Nets have one of the league’s worst records. Clowney and Claxton could be solid fantasy contributors on Friday.
Source: C.J. Holmes
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
28 days ago
Dončić injured his left hamstring during Thursday’s loss to the Thunder and exited the game immediately. With the Lakers’ star done for the rest of the regular season, he’ll fall one game shy of the 65-game minimum to be eligible for postseason awards. More importantly, Dončić is out indefinitely, and it’s unknown if he’ll be healthy enough to play in the postseason. With Marcus Smart also out, Rui Hachimura is likely to move into the starting lineup. Friday’s injury news also puts more playmaking responsibilities on LeBron James and Austin Reaves.
Source: Mike Trudell
BKN • Power Forward • #
28 days ago
Wolf, the 27th overall pick in last June’s draft, injured his ankle during a March 22 game against the Kings and has not played since. With Michael Porter Jr. also done for the year, Ziaire Williams has taken on added fantasy value in recent games. Wolf appeared in 57 games as a rookie, averaging 8.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.2 three-pointers in 20.8 minutes. While wasn’t productive enough to become a must-roster player, there were nights when Wolf was a worthwhile streamer in deep leagues.
BKN • Small Forward • #1
28 days ago
Having missed the Nets’ past 11 games, Porter Jr. will miss the team’s remaining regular-season games, head coach Jordi Fernandez announced on Friday. The championship-winning forward will finish the season having averaged 24.2 points and 7.1 rebounds per game. With Danny Wolf also out, Ziaire Williams should remain a productive fantasy contributor.
Source: Brian Lewis
BKN • Center • #33
28 days ago
To no one’s surprise, Claxton and Clowney have been upgraded to available after getting a probable designation on Thursday. Expect the pair to handle their normal workloads against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
29 days ago
The Lakers’ 43-point loss on Thursday was the second-worst of James’ career, and the game wasn’t that close. Like most of the starters on the two teams, LeBron watched the entire fourth quarter from the bench. And he may be asked to do more of the heavy lifting, as Luka Dončić (hamstring) exited during the third quarter and Austin Reaves (back) was limited for most of his 27 minutes on the court. The Lakers end their Week 23 in Dallas on Sunday.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
29 days ago
Reaves appeared to tweak something on the left side of his lower back early in Thursday’s game. While he did play 27 minutes, the Lakers’ guard appeared to be a shell of himself for most of the night. And with Luka Dončić leaving Thursday’s game with a left hamstring injury, the Lakers can’t afford to lose Reaves as well. The Lakers won’t play again until Sunday in Dallas, so Reaves will have a little more time to recover.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
29 days ago
Dončić injured his left hamstring during the third quarter of Thursday’s game, letting go of the basketball almost immediately afterward. While the Lakers’ star guard was able to walk off the court on his own, he did not look comfortable. Dončić still needs to play at least 20 minutes in one more game to be eligible for postseason awards. Still, the Lakers’ primary concern is whether this injury will affect his availability for the postseason. He will undergo an MRI on Friday morning to determine the severity of the injury.
Source: Khobi Price
BKN • Center • #33
29 days ago
While Claxton and Clowney are on the Nets’ initial injury report for Friday, both are considered probable. With Danny Wolf (ankle) still out, Brooklyn would likely rely on players such as Chaney Johnson, Josh Minott and even E.J. Liddell if their two starters are unable to go. And which reserve forwards play solid minutes has seemingly changed from game to game, making Minott and Johnson challenging players to trust in most leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
29 days ago
Mann is back after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets with a sore left Achilles. His return likely bumps Ziaire Williams out of the starting lineup. Given how the Nets have handled their rotation recently, there’s no guarantee that Williams gets the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
30 days ago
Thursday’s game is the sixth that Smart has missed due to a right ankle contusion. Jake LaRavia will continue to start, which makes him worth a look in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
This was LaRavia’s fifth straight game as a starter, with the most recent start before that coming before the All-Star break. He had some solid stretches earlier this year, but March was a rough month for him. This was his only double-digit scoring game of the month, and it took him not missing a shot to reach that. He has been able to contribute more defensive stats as a starter, which gives him a little upside, but he hasn’t truly taken advantage of the extra minutes.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Hachimura was pushed back to the bench for this game with Luka Dončić back in the lineup after serving a one-game suspension on Monday. Hachimura scored 14 points as a starter in that game and added 14 more in this one, though he didn’t contribute much in other categories, which has been the case all season. Hachimura is a strong rotation piece for the Lakers, but he shouldn’t be relied on in fantasy basketball.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
After serving a one-game suspension on Monday for being assessed a 16th technical foul, Dončić was back in the lineup for the second leg of this back-to-back. The fresh legs allowed him to put together a third straight 40-point game while also shooting at least 50 percent from the floor in each game. He’s been effective from the free throw line as well, shooting 25-of-26 during this three-game stretch. Free throw percentage is typically a weakness, but he as been red-hot recently and will look to keep that going into Thursday’s game in Oklahoma City.
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré likely would’ve replicated his stat line from Sunday’s win over the Kings when he had 17 points and six assists, but he only played 23 minutes with the Nets losing by so much. The Nets have two games remaining in Week 23, with a matchup against the Hawks coming on Friday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
LeBron was listed as questionable on the second night of this back-to-back, but he will be good to go. He had a triple-double on Monday and will look to stay hot against his hometown team.
Source: Khobi Price
BKN • Small Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams started seven of eight games before being a DNP- Coach’s Decision in Brooklyn’s last game. Terance Mann (Achilles) is out, so Williams will return to the starting unit, where he has scored in double figures in five straight games.
Source: C.J. Holmes
LAL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Thiero has missed the last three games with a knee injury, but he will be available against Cleveland. However, even when available, he has rarely seen the floor this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart is still dealing with a right ankle contusion and will miss his fifth consecutive game on Tuesday. Jake LaRavia should continue to start with Smart still sidelined.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James is on the injury report as questionable with left foot injury management for Tuesday’s game against the Cavaliers, which is the second game of a back-to-back for the Lakers. LeBron had a triple-double in Monday’s win over the Wizards. If he’s ruled out Tuesday, Rui Hachimura could slide into the starting lineup.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Despite not shooting the ball well, Reaves got to the line consistently, neared the 20-point mark, and finished as one of the Lakers’ best scorers on the evening. The versatile combo guard struggled with five turnovers, as well, but made up for his miscues by nearly reaching double figures in assists. Monday wasn’t one of Reaves’ best games, but it could be one that fantasy managers end up being satisfied with.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James upped his production on Monday in the absence of Luka Dončić, who missed the contest to serve a one-game suspension. In doing so, he led the Lakers in scoring, rebounding, and assists in his 33 minutes of action. James has mostly taken a back seat recently when the Lakers have operated at full health. However, it’s impressive that he can still flip the switch in Year 23 to deliver what is required of him in any given situation. He’ll have a chance to land another big performance on Tuesday against the Cavaliers.
LAL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Kennard was one of many Lakers to produce offensively against the Wizards. He accounted for more than half of Los Angeles’ total three-pointers on the evening and finished as one of the team’s top scorers. Kennard is enjoying another strong shooting season from beyond the arc. He doesn’t often provide much impact elsewhere, however. Still, he’s capable of some big nights if he gets enough shots up from deep.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
The Lakers won’t have Luka Dončić for Monday’s game, as he is serving a one-game suspension for accumulating 16 technical fouls. Hachimura moves into the starting lineup, while the Lakers will look to Reaves and James to handle the playmaking.
Source: Law Murray
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Mann is dealing with a sore left Achilles and will not play on Tuesday. Ziaire Williams is available and is likely to move into the starting lineup, as the Nets continue without Michael Porter Jr. and Danny Wolf.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson is on track to play Tuesday night after sitting out Sunday’s win over the Kings. His return may push E.J. Liddell out of the rotation after he logged 21 minutes against Sacramento.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Wolf remains out for the fifth consecutive game, which likely means that Ziaire Williams will start since Terance Mann is also out. When allowed to start, Williams is worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Injured during Friday’s loss to the Lakers, Minott was held out of Sunday’s win over the Kings. While productive, Minott’s playing time has not been consistent as the Nets play out the string, making him challenging to rely on in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Powell, who entered Sunday shooting 28.5 percent from three, made his first four attempts on Sunday. That’s an area where he will need to become more consistent in time, and the performance against the Kings was a step in the right direction. Powell played 28 minutes on Sunday, and he should continue to take on that level of workload moving forward. If so, the rookie wing may have some deep-league value in the Nets’ three-game Week 23.
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Lines like the one Clowney recorded on Sunday will satisfy most fantasy managers, outside of the free-throw percentage. However, while the third-year forward/center finished with a complete stat line, he only played 20 minutes. That workload limits Clowney’s upside and may cause some concern among fantasy managers despite the Nets playing three games in Week 23.
BKN • Shooting Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Making sense of which Nets reserves will figure prominently in Jordi Fernandez’s rotation on any given night is a near-impossible task. After totaling 15 minutes in losses to the Kings and Trail Blazers, Agbaji played 21 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Lakers. On Sunday, he earned 25 minutes and matched his season-high with 18 points. Hopefully, Agbaji’s performance was good enough to earn him more rotation minutes in Week 23, but that isn’t guaranteed.
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré and the Nets ended their 10-game losing streak impressively, beating the Kings by a 116-99 final score. After totaling nine points on 4-of-23 shooting in the final two games of the Nets’ road trip, the rookie guard rebounded nicely on Sunday. Traoré scored 17 points in both of the Nets’ games against the Kings this season, and the assist production on Sunday was solid. Brooklyn plays three games in Week 23, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.
BKN • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the Nets’ lineup is Mann, who replaces Ziaire Williams. Williams will remain in the rotation, and he can provide deep-league value in a reserve role.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Added to the Nets’ injury report early Sunday afternoon, Wilson is now officially out. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball significantly, but it does free up minutes for some of the Nets’ other reserves. With Josh Minott (hip) also out, Chaney Johnson should play more than the 14 minutes he logged in Friday’s loss to the Lakers.
Source: C.J. Holmes
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Minott, who fell hard on his left hip during Friday’s loss to the Lakers, will not play on Sunday. His absence should result in more playing time for Chaney Johnson, but the Nets’ rotation has been somewhat unpredictable in recent games.
Source: Collin Helwig
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson’s status has been downgraded again, this time from probable to questionable. Generally speaking, that does not bode well for a player’s availability. His absence would free up minutes for Chaney Johnson, but he is not a must-roster player.
Source: C.J. Holmes
BKN • Power Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wilson was added to the injury report early Sunday afternoon, but the probable tag suggests that he will ultimately be available. At best, he offers limited value off the bench and should not be rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić picked up his 16th technical foul of the season during the third quarter of Friday’s win over the Nets, which triggered an automatic one-game suspension. As a result, he will sit out Monday’s game against the Wizards. Who fills the void in the lineup depends on Marcus Smart, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury. If Smart can play, he would fill the void with Jake LaRavia remaining in the starting five.
Source: NBA Communications
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
While Minott scored a team-high 18 points in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, he took a hard fall while converting a layup during the fourth quarter. If Minott can’t play on Sunday, there could be more minutes available to Chaney Johnson. However, the minutes for Minott and Johnson have been inconsistent, making both risky options for fantasy managers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
While Traoré provided good value in the assist and steal categories, he was terribly inefficient against the Lakers. In addition to shooting 4-of-14 from the field, the rookie was responsible for six turnovers in 26 minutes. Ben Saraf dropped into the backup point guard role after starting the last time out, finishing with 10 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes. Sunday’s game against the Kings is not part of a back-to-back, which may keep Traoré in the starting lineup. However, if he sits, Saraf will be worth streaming in deep leagues.
BKN • Center • #33
about 1 month ago
Claxton shot 80 percent from the field and was solid on the glass, providing good value in those categories. However, he logged 23 minutes and has not played 30 or more minutes in a game since February 24. Given where the Nets are in the standings, that’s unlikely to change between now and the end of the regular season. While Claxton is not a player who should be dropped in all leagues, fantasy managers in 12-team formats who need more production for Sunday’s action need to seek alternatives.
BKN • Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
It is anyone’s guess which reserve frontcourt player will play the most minutes for the Nets on any given night. Against the Lakers, it was Minott, who was effective in 26 minutes on the floor. Chaney Johnson (two points, two rebounds and two assists), who’s had his moments recently, played 14 minutes. In theory, Minott’s superior night should earn him more minutes on Sunday when the Nets host the Kings, but that hasn’t been the case. Unless you’re competing in a 30-deep league, Minott and Johnson are too risky to roster.
BKN • Small Forward • #8
about 1 month ago
Williams has started each of the Nets’ last five games, and he’s scored at least 16 points in each. Over the past week, he has provided sixth-round value in eight-cat formats. As long as Williams is in the starting lineup, he’s capable of providing the value needed to be an impactful addition during the silly season. The Nets play once more in Week 22, on Sunday against the Kings, which would be a good spot to stream Williams if he’s available.
LAL • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Hayes had his best defensive night of the season on Friday, with the five blocks being one shy of his career-high. As a result, he played 26 minutes while starter Deandre Ayton (nine points, seven rebounds, one steal and three blocks) logged 22. Hayes remains a player who should only be in fantasy lineups on nights when Ayton is not available, but he should be applauded for his performance on Friday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James took a back seat to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves offensively on Friday, something he has been more willing to do in recent weeks. And the change in approach is one reason for the Lakers’ improved play, as they’re now 13-2 in March. Even with the limited scoring, James still recorded six rebounds and eight assists, which is good value in those categories. And since March 1, he has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. That may not match LeBron’s prime, but he is 41 years old. The Lakers play four games in Week 23, starting with the Wizards on Monday.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves was at his best in the fourth quarter, scoring 15 points to help the Lakers pull away from the Nets. He’s now scored at least 24 points in four straight games, the second time he’s accomplished that feat this month. If Luka Dončić has to serve a one-game suspension on Monday after picking up his 16th technical foul during the third quarter, Reaves could go off in a big way against the lottery-bound Wizards.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić was rolling on Friday, and then the last thing that the Lakers or fantasy managers needed to see happened. The Lakers star got into it with Ziaire Williams during the third quarter, resulting in both players being assessed technical fouls. For Luka, that was his 16th of the season after a tech called in last week’s win over the Magic was rescinded. If this technical foul is upheld, he’ll have to serve a one-game suspension, with the Lakers hosting the Wizards on Monday. That would be a rough start to Week 23 for those rostering Dončić, especially with the Cavaliers visiting the following night.
Source: Law Murray
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré and Clowney are back in the Nets’ lineup after not playing in Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors. As a result, Ben Saraf and Terance Mann will come off the bench, limiting the fantasy value of both.
Source: NBA Lineups
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Clowney has officially been cleared after initially being listed as probable for this game. He’ll return from a four-game absence, which will likely push Ziaire Williams back to the bench after he averaged 17.5 points and 2.8 steals during four game as a starter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Hachimura will be back following a two-game absence. Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber will likely take on smaller roles, and with Marcus Smart (ankle) still out, Hachimura could take on a few extra minutes off the bench with Jake LaRavia starting.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable, Dončić is good to go for Friday’s game. Given the current state of the Nets, fantasy managers may be in a position where they’re hoping that Dončić can get his usual numbers by the end of the third quarter.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Thiero’s continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Lakers’ rotation when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Traoré’s availability for Friday’s game will likely push Ben Saraf to the bench. Saraf will remain in the rotation, but he is not worth rostering when coming off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BKN • Power Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Clowney has missed Brooklyn’s last four games, with Ziaire Williams replacing him in the starting lineup. If Clowney plays against the Lakers, Williams is the player most likely headed to the bench, which would limit his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart will miss a third consecutive game with a right ankle contusion. Jake LaRavia has been his replacement in the starting lineup, but he has offered limited streaming value in that role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Hachimura has missed the Lakers’ last two games, robbing the Lakers of some depth off the bench. While Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt have been in the rotation, neither has done enough to merit rostering in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić is dealing with a sore left hamstring. If he can’t play against the Nets, the Lakers will look for more playmaking from Austin Reaves and LeBron James. As for the spot in the starting lineup, Luke Kennard is a potential replacement, especially if Rui Hachimura remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton is back after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Pacers. As a result, Jaxson Hayes will come off the bench, which limits his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves was one of four Lakers starters to finish Wednesday’s victory with at least 21 points. He’s scored at least 24 in each of his last three appearances, and the eight assists against the Pacers were the most in a game for Reaves since the Lakers’ March 18 win over the Rockets. The Lakers play once more in Week 22, when they host the lottery-bound Nets on Friday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
LeBron looked sharp on Wednesday, finishing one rebound and one assist shy of a triple-double while committing one turnover. And despite his role not being as prominent within the Lakers’ rotation, the 41-year-old has still provided third-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. The lone negative for managers rostering James is that the Lakers play once more in Week 22. The positive is that said game is against the Nets, which could be an opportunity for LeBron to put up some gaudy stats.