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DAL • F • #16
10 months ago
Acquired from the 76ers just before the February trade deadline, Martin has yet to make his Mavericks debut. Dallas can certainly use him, given the roster’s current state. While Martin appears unlikely to play, he should be part of the rotation once cleared and can provide late-round value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • G • #0
10 months ago
Exum and Hardy played in Monday’s loss to the Kings, with the former in the starting lineup. With Kyrie Irving (knee) out for the season, the Mavericks could not afford to lose Exum and Hardy. Their absences mean more playing time for Spencer Dinwiddie and Max Christie, who should move into the starting lineup. Both players are worth adding in deep leagues due to the Mavericks’ lack of healthy options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington will miss a second straight game after aggravating the right ankle sprain that sidelined him for Dallas’ final three games before the All-Star break. The Mavericks started Monday’s loss to the Kings with Kessler Edwards and Dwight Powell at the power forward and center positions, but they provided little value. Kai Jones accounted for 21 points and eight rebounds in his Mavericks debut; he should once again play rotation minutes with Washington unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Although initially questionable for Tuesday’s game, Doncic appears to be on track to play. Luka’s playing means Gabe Vincent would remain in his usual bench role, providing minimal fantasy value at best.
Source: Edwin Garcia
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves injured his calf last Friday against the Clippers. The 26-year-old shooting guard is set to miss his second-straight game. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht are in line for additional minutes with Reaves out, though Knecht would have more fantasy value as a streamer.
DAL • G • #1
10 months ago
Hardy sustained an ankle injury during Monday night’s game against the Kings. The 22-year-old point guard was set to see additional minutes in the absence of Kyrie Irving, but he’ll find himself joining Irving on the sideline for now. Haynes’ report that Hardy will miss “a period of time” clouds Hardy’s timeline to return, though it sounds like he’s more week-to-week than day-to-day.
Source: Chris Haynes
DAL • G • #11
10 months ago
Irving injured his knee in the first quarter of Monday night’s game against the Kings. The 32-year-old point guard was helped to the locker room as he was unable to put any weight on his left leg. The torn ACL for Irving is just another in a long line of injuries for the Mavericks this season as Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively III and Daniel Gafford are also sidelined. It’s possible depending on the severity of the tear that Irving will not be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season. With Irving out, Spencer Dinwiddie and Max Christie should be added in most leagues and Jaden Hardy will see additional minutes.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • F • #13
10 months ago
Marshall has averaged 10/6/4 over the last two weeks. Those numbers won’t turn many heads, but he could be in line to see his role and production spike with injuries mounting in Dallas. Marshall is worth a look for fantasy’s silly season.
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
10 months ago
Jones made his Mavs debut Monday and immediately made an impact. He led the team in scoring, rebounding, blocks and minutes on a night where Dallas’ starting five combined to score 23 points. With Kyrie Irving and Jaden Hardy added to the ever-growing injury list alongside nearly every big man in the rotation, Jones could see big minutes moving forward. He’s worth a look in deeper leagues.
DAL • G • #11
10 months ago
Irving injured his left knee with a little under three minutes remaining in the first quarter. Diagnosed with a sprained left knee, he will not return. Spencer Dinwiddie and Jaden Hardy will play more rotation minutes for the Mavericks, who were already without PJ Washington, Anthony Davis, Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II. If Irving misses time, Dinwiddie and Max Christie will be worth adding.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
DAL • F-C • #7
10 months ago
Due to a combination of injuries and Moses Brown’s 10-day contract expiring, the Mavericks have made three changes to their lineup. Edwards and Powell will start for PJ Washington (ankle) and Brown, while Exum’s inclusion pushes Max Christie to the bench. Of the three new starters, Exum may be best equipped to provide some semblance of fantasy value. And fantasy managers who have Christie rostered should hold onto him.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
Due to left foot injury management, James is again included on a pregame injury report. However, he’s considered probable, so fantasy managers should craft their lineups with the expectation that LeBron will play.
Source: Ryan Ward
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
The Lakers will already be without Rui Hachimura and Maxi Kleber, so the potential absences of Doncic and Reaves could leave the Lakers sorely shorthanded. LeBron James is expected to play, and James could shoulder a hefty workload if Doncic or Reaves are sidelined. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht could also see additional run.
Source: Khobi Price on Twitter
LAL • Guard • #30
10 months ago
Tuesday’s game will be the second straight Goodwin has missed with a sprained right ankle. Shake Milton played eight minutes off the bench in Sunday’s win over the Clippers, but the Lakers were also without Austin Reaves. Milton will likely fall out of the rotation if Reaves can return from his calf injury.
Source: Ryan Ward
LAL • Guard • #7
10 months ago
With Austin Reaves (calf) out of the lineup, Vincent started alongside Luka Doncic on Sunday. He didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball, but Vincent did make three three-pointers and record a complete stat line. While Dalton Knecht offers a higher ceiling with Reaves sidelined, Vincent has the “security” of being a starter. That said, Sunday’s performance wasn’t good enough to make him a player worth adding.
LAL • Forward • #4
10 months ago
Knecht reached double figures for the second time since his failed trade to the Hornets sent him back to the Lakers. The 19 points were the most he’s scored in a game since January 28. While Knecht still hasn’t reached the point where he should be rostered in most fantasy leagues, there are opportunities to produce. The Lakers are without Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves, so someone has to step up alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
LeBron entered Sunday 18 points from 50,000 (regular season and postseason) for his career. He fell one point shy of that historic milestone, as efficiency was an issue. In addition to the subpar shooting night, James was responsible for eight turnovers. That’s the second-highest tally he’s had this season (11), and he’s averaged 5.7 turnovers per game since the All-Star break. However, LeBron has still provided top-15 value in nine-cat formats during this stretch.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
While describing Doncic’s transition to the Lakers as seamless wouldn’t be completely accurate, he’s getting more comfortable by the game with his new team. The lone issue for Luka on Sunday was the turnover count (six), but the overall stat line minimized the impact of that category. Since the All-Star break, Doncic has been a first-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats, as many fantasy managers expected.
LAL • Guard • #7
10 months ago
Reaves injured his calf during Friday’s win over the Clippers and will miss at least one game. As a result, Vincent moves into the starting lineup, but he offers limited streaming value playing alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Joining those three in the starting five are Dorian Finney-Smith and Jaxson Hayes.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Although initially questionable for Sunday night, Doncic and James are on track to play. It would be surprising if either missed the Lakers’ second game against the Clippers in three nights.
Source: Daniel Starkand
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington aggravated his sprained right ankle during Saturday’s loss to the Bucks, forcing an early exit. Naji Marshall played 30 minutes on Saturday and will likely return to the starting lineup as Washington’s replacement. He’s worth streaming as long as Washington is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
This makes room for Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht to play more. Vincent is more likely to step into a starting role with Reaves sidelined. Reaves is considered day-to-day.
DAL • F • #13
10 months ago
Marshall’s stat line was underwhelming on Saturday outside of the assists and steals. However, PJ Washington’s right ankle flared up, and the Mavericks’ forward was ruled out after playing for 15 minutes. While Washington was on a restriction (25-30 minutes), his premature exit meant more playing time for Marshall. He’ll likely be back in the starting lineup if Washington misses time. In 15 starts this season, Naji has averaged 11.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.9 three-pointers in 26.9 minutes.
DAL • G • #31
10 months ago
Thompson has been effective for fantasy managers needing three-point production recently, as he’s made three or more in seven straight and nine of his last 10 games. Since the All-Star break, the veteran sharpshooter has provided seventh-round value in nine-cat formats. While that’s noticeably better than Thompson’s season-long production, his ceiling is limited, with the Mavericks being as shorthanded as they currently are. Dallas begins a four-game Week 18 on Monday against the Kings.
DAL • C • #3
10 months ago
After putting up a double-double in his first start as a Maverick on Thursday, Brown had another solid night on Saturday. The negative for the few who have him rostered is the lack of defensive stats, especially after Brown tallied three steals and two blocks against the Hornets two nights prior. Rostered in 11 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Brown should be rostered in deep leagues while under contract with the Mavericks. However, his 10-day contract expires on Sunday, so fantasy managers willing to take the risk should avoid rushing to use a transaction to add Brown.
DAL • G • #11
10 months ago
Saturday was supposed to be when Irving received additional help offensively as PJ Washington returned from an ankle injury. Unfortunately, he only played 15 minutes due to his ankle flaring up. Irving was once again left to shoulder a significant amount of the offensive workload, and he has now scored 30 points or more in five of his last seven games. Since the All-Star break, Irving has provided top-10 value in eight- and nine-cat formats and can sustain that production level. However, the Mavericks must get healthy as they slip down the Western Conference standings.
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington’s right ankle has had him on the injury report regularly in recent weeks, and it will force him to exit early from Saturday’s game. Naji Marshall should close the game out in place of Washington and should start against the Kings on Monday if Washington remains out.
Source: Mavs PR
DAL • Center-Forward • #23
10 months ago
Jones, the 19th overall pick in the 2021 draft, was recently waived by the Clippers to free up a standard contract slot for Jordan Miller. Per Haynes, the plan is for Jones to sign a two-way deal with the Mavericks after he clears waivers. This transaction won’t impact fantasy basketball, but there may be minutes available to Jones with Anthony Davis, Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II out with injuries.
Source: Chris Haynes
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington is back after missing Thursday’s win over the Hornets, which means Naji Marshall will head to the bench. However, PJ is restricted to 25-30 minutes, so the hit Marshall takes may not be as severe as some fantasy managers may have anticipated. Brown will get another start at the center position as the Mavericks continue to play without Anthony Davis, Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves is officially listed as doubtful after ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that he is being considered “day-to-day”. This isn’t a severe injury for Reaves, but it will likely keep him out against the Lakers. Goodwin will also likely be sidelined, and he has taken on a large role off the bench recently. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht will likely take on extra minutes, with Vincent likely to start.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James and Doncic are both questionable for injury management reasons, which may increase their chances of playing on Sunday. The former has not missed a game since February 8, so fantasy managers should expect to see LeBron on the court. As for Doncic, he’s still working his way back from a calf injury that sidelined him for six weeks. With Austin Reaves unlikely to play, the Lakers need LeBron and Luka on the court.
Source: Edwin Garcia
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves exited early on Friday, and while his status is still up in the air, there is a chance that he plays against the Clippers on Sunday. Even if he doesn’t, it doesn’t appear to be a long-term injury for him. Gabe Vincent, who started the third quarter in place of Reaves, will likely start against the Clippers in the rematch on Sunday if Reaves is ruled out.
Source: Shams Charania
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington has been in and out of the lineup recently, and after missing Thursday’s game, he will be back against Milwaukee. Naji Marshall started against Charlotte, but he will return to a reserve role with Washington back in the rotation.
Source: Mavs PR
LAL • Guard • #30
10 months ago
Having been signed to a two-way deal on February 7, Goodwin played 21 minutes off the bench Friday night. Shooting 3-of-7 from the field, he finished with six points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals. While the production hasn’t exactly translated to fantasy basketball, Goodwin has done enough to earn Redick’s trust. He’s only appeared in seven games, so the 50-game limit won’t be an issue for the regular season. However, the Lakers must convert him to a standard deal at some point to ensure Goodwin is eligible for the postseason.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
Lakers coach JJ Redick delivered the news following Friday’s win over the Clippers, the first game played after Hachimura strained his left knee during Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves. He’ll miss a few more games, and the Lakers begin an extended trip east on March 8 in Boston. Dorian Finney-Smith replaced Hachimura in the starting lineup on Friday and will likely retain that role. Jarred Vanderbilt will also have added importance but offers minimal offensive value.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Guard • #7
10 months ago
After playing nine minutes on Friday, a sore right calf hastened Austin Reaves’ exit, and Vincent started the third quarter. He didn’t provide much scoring, but the assists and steals are notable. Vincent has recorded at least one steal in four straight games, and the four pilfers on Friday were a season-high. He won’t be a must-stream player if Reaves misses time, but there’s the potential for Vincent to provide modest value in the steals category in extremely deep leagues if he’s forced to start.
LAL • Forward • #17
10 months ago
With Rui Hachimura (knee) out, Finney-Smith made his seventh start as a Laker on Friday. The production was modest, but he’ll have a few more opportunities to start. Following the win, Lakers coach JJ Redick said Hachimura will be re-evaluated in about one week. Finney-Smith may get at least three more starts, beginning with Sunday’s rematch with the Clippers. So, deep-league managers needing to roll the dice for three-pointers and steals should consider streaming DFS.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic notched his second 30-point game in a Laker uniform, with the only issue for fantasy managers likely being the six turnovers he was responsible for. Since making his debut for the team on February 10, Luka has provided top-50 value in eight-cat formats. While that doesn’t align with what fantasy managers have grown accustomed to, things could be far worse. Doncic appears to be getting more comfortable with his new teammates, and the calf injury that sidelined him for nearly six weeks hasn’t given him any trouble.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
James had an injury scare late in Friday’s game, where he appeared to tweak something in his core. However, during his postgame interview on ESPN, he said that all was fine, so fantasy managers should plan for LeBron’s injury listing to be the usual (left foot) ahead of Sunday’s rematch with the Clippers. Over the past three weeks, he has been a top-10 player in eight-cat formats, which is virtually unfathomable for a player his age.
LAL • Guard • #15
10 months ago
Reaves played nine minutes in the first quarter before leaving with right calf soreness. He went to the locker room and was eventually ruled out. It’s unclear how the injury might impact Reaves and the Lakers going forward at this time.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday evening, Hayes is officially available to play. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, meaning the only change will be Dorian Finney-Smith stepping in for the injured Rui Hachimura (knee). Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James complete the starting five.
Source: Mark Medina
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
No surprise here as both superstars were upgraded to probable ahead of Friday night’s game against the Clippers. Fantasy managers can put James and Doncic into lineups as usual Friday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
10 months ago
Doncic is still managing a calf injury, but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s game against the Clippers given that he’s been upgraded to probable. Fantasy managers should expect the 26-year-old point guard to be available at this point and insert him into lineups as usual.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Hayes is dealing with a left hip contusion, but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s game against the Clippers. It seems likely that the 24-year-old center will suit up and start opposite the Clippers’ Ivica Zubac Friday.
LAL • Forward • #23
10 months ago
LeBron is trending in the right direction now as he’s listed as probable with left foot injury management. Fantasy managers can expect the 40-year-old small forward to suit up against the Clippers and insert him into lineups as usual.
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
However optimistic Redick is that Hachimura avoided a serious injury, he didn’t provide a timeline for the 27-year-old small forward’s return to the court. Hachimura had imaging done on his left knee Friday and Dorian Finney-Smith replaced him in the starting lineup. Finney-Smith is worth streaming in deep leagues while Hachimura is out, which should be for at least the next few games.
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington did not play in Thursday’s win over the Hornets, with Naji Marshall replacing him in the starting lineup. While Marshall shot 1-of-11 from the field, he remains a worthwhile streamer when allowed to start. Olivier-Maxence Prosper only played four minutes off the bench on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #28
10 months ago
Hachimura was injured during the third quarter of Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves and has since been diagnosed with a strained left knee. Fantasy managers should prepare for this potentially being an injury that costs him multiple games, beginning with Friday night. Dorian Finney-Smith, who can provide three-pointers and steals, is the likely replacement in the starting lineup. He’s worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
10 months ago
Hayes is questionable with a left hip contusion. The Lakers need all the help they can get in the low post with the Clippers’ Ivica Zubac on the docket Friday. Alex Len and Jarred Vanderbilt would pick up the slack if Hayes is ruled out.
DAL • G • #11
10 months ago
Irving continues to carry the load for Dallas on both ends of the floor, but this time, it led to a win after two straight losses. Irving’s production on the defensive end recently has been an excellent boost for fantasy managers; he is averaging two steals and two blocks over the Mavs’ last three games. Of course, the offensive production continues to be there, though his shooting percentage has been slightly down recently. That can be attributed to Irving being the focal point of opposing defenses due to the other injuries that Dallas is dealing with, which is something that could haunt the Mavericks for the rest of the season with Luka Doncic gone and Anthony Davis injured.
DAL • C • #3
10 months ago
Brown, who signed a 10-day contract with Dallas on February 19, made his third appearance and first start for the Mavericks on Thursday. He didn’t provide much value in his first two games, but he was a streaming superstar on a night with only five games. Brown split the center minutes with Dwight Powell, who contributed six points, six rebounds and three assists in 16 minutes off the bench. Brown may be worth streaming against the Bucks on Saturday, unless he isn’t brought back on a second 10-day deal.
DAL • F • #13
10 months ago
Marshall entered the starting lineup on Thursday in place of PJ Washington, who was sidelined with an ankle injury. Marshall has generally been productive as a starter this season, but he struggled to get any shot to go down on Thursday. Still, he was able to provide some solid value in rebounds and assists, though that was the extent of his contributions to fantasy managers in this game. If Washington remains out against the Bucks on Saturday, Marshall should start again and hopefully have a more productive night offensively.
DAL • C • #3
10 months ago
PJ Washington is out, leaving the frontcourt rather thin. Marshall will replace him, and the Mavs will go with a different look at center, replacing Kessler Edwards with Brown. Dante Exum is available, but he’ll come off the bench. Brown could provide some value as a blocks and rebounds streamer.
Source: NBA.com
DAL • F-C • #7
10 months ago
Powell returned Tuesday and logged 16 minutes, finishing with two points, five boards and a block. Despite multiple injuries across Dallas’ frontcourt rotation, Powell isn’t an attractive streaming option.
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington will miss a game for the first time since before the All-Star break, which will open up a spot in the starting unit. Olivier-Maxence Prosper is a candidate to fill the void, but Naji Marshall will likely be the best fantasy option with Washington out, regardless of who starts.
Source: Eddie Sefko
DAL • F • #25
10 months ago
Washington has not missed a game since the All-Star break, but his ankle injury lingers. Powell played 16 minutes on Tuesday in his first game in just over one month. Washington’s availability is more impactful to fantasy basketball, especially with Anthony Davis (groin) out. There’s no need to roster Powell if he’s available to play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • G • #31
10 months ago
Thompson was relatively quiet during the first three quarters and then heated up during the fourth. He scored 11 of his 22 points in the final frame, but the Mavericks were unable to get over the hump. The 22 points are the most Thompson has scored in a game since February 6, when he dropped 25 on the Celtics. Given how shorthanded the Mavericks are, with Anthony Davis among the absentees, they’ll need more consistent production from Klay. If he can provide that, fantasy managers will also benefit.
DAL • F-C • #7
10 months ago
Before Tuesday’s game, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Powell would be limited to 10-12 minutes in his first game back from a hip injury. He played 16 minutes and replaced Kessler Edwards (four points and three rebounds in 13 minutes) in the lineup to begin the third quarter. Powell did not provide much value outside of rebounds, and that isn’t enough to make him worth streaming while the Mavericks are shorthanded in the frontcourt. However, consistent rotation minutes won’t be an issue for Powell as long as he remains healthy.
DAL • G • #11
10 months ago
Irving was magnificent on Tuesday, and he has now scored 30 points or more in four of his last five outings. Since February 5, the Mavericks guard has been a top-10 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. With Anthony Davis (groin) out, even more of the offensive workload has fallen on Irving’s shoulders. And to the delight of fantasy managers, he’s answered the call. Dallas plays twice more during Week 17, starting with the reeling Hornets on Thursday.
DAL • G • #00
10 months ago
On the other side of Luka Doncic facing his former team for the first time was Christie, a second-round pick of the Lakers in 2022. Overall, he’s played well since being traded to Dallas. However, Christie has scored 12 points on 5-of-18 shooting in his last two appearances. In his first seven games as a Maverick, the third-year guard averaged 17.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 2.4 three-pointers, shooting 51.9 percent from the field and 84 percent from the foul line. Christie will look to snap out of his mini-slump when the Mavericks host Charlotte on Thursday.