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LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
29 days ago
Dončić missed the Lakers’ last four games before the All-Star break, but he went through a rigorous workout ahead of Thursday’s win over the Mavericks. He’s come out of that session in good condition and will be available for a short stint on Sunday. With the new format for the All-Star Game, the question is whether he’ll play in just one of the potentially three short games for Team World. At the very least, Dončić’s participation on Sunday should ensure that he’s available for the Lakers’ first game after the break, February 20 against the Clippers, provided he does not aggravate the hamstring injury.
Source: Marc Stein
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
29 days ago
James returned after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs and became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double against the Mavericks on Thursday. The 41-year-old small forward had 28 points to go with 10 rebounds and 12 assists. LeBron has provided 11th-round per game value over the last two weeks heading into the All-Star break.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
29 days ago
LeBron sat out Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, which was the second game of a back-to-back for the Lakers. He’s back in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Mavericks. James and Marcus Smart returning will push Luke Kennard and Kobe Bufkin to the bench.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
29 days ago
Dončić missed the last four games leading into the NBA All-Star break, but his coach told reporters he “should be good to go” as the Lakers open their second half schedule. Dončić’s next chance to play will come on Friday, February 20 against the Clippers.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Center • #2
30 days ago
Ayton is set to miss his second consecutive game with right knee soreness. Jaxson Hayes got the start and had 13 points, four rebounds and three assists in 17 minutes against the Spurs on Tuesday. Hayes will likely start again with Drew Timme backing him up as the reserve center.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Moody enters the All-Star break having scored at least 15 points in three consecutive games. However, the lackluster production outside of points, three-pointers and rebounds limits his fantasy ceiling. Over the past two weeks, Moody has been a 12th-round player in eight-cat formats. Because the Warriors have been without Stephen Curry, there’s been more room for Moody to score. However, with Curry expected back immediately after the All-Star break, Moody’s rostership (18 percent, Yahoo!) may decrease.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton’s stat line on Wednesday was evidence of why he can be valuable to fantasy managers, even with the lack of defensive stats. The Warriors guard made five of his six three-point attempts and provided solid value in the rebounds and assist categories as well. Over the past two weeks, Melton has provided 10th-round value in eight-cat formats. Stephen Curry’s expected return after the All-Star break should not do much, if any, harm to Melton’s prospects in category leagues.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
Green put forth one of his better performances this season on Wednesday, finishing two assists shy of a triple-double. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, nights like Wednesday have not been the norm for the veteran forward, and that isn’t considering the points category. Entering the season with an ADP of 100, Green heads into the All-Star break ranked just inside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. Hopefully, getting Stephen Curry and Kristaps Porziņǵis into the rotation after the break will enhance Green’s value by extension.
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton was one of the starters that missed Tuesday’s game against San Antonio, but he may end up missing another game. Jaxson Hayes would likely get another start if Ayton remains out, with Drew Timme filling out the backup minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Richard was also questionable ahead of Monday’s win over the Grizzlies, a game in which he would play 15 minutes. However, the rookie is not healthy enough to play on Wednesday, freeing up minutes on the back end of the Warriors’ rotation. Richard’s absence won’t affect fantasy basketball.
Source: Sam Gordon
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves sat out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Tuesday, which isn’t surprising after he missed an extended period of time with a calf injury. He’ll return to take on Dallas in their final games before the All-Star break.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton will be good to go despite initially being listed as questionable. He has started three straight games for Golden State and should remain in that role. He hasn’t been productive recently, but he should get the opportunity to fix that in this game.
Source: Sam Gordon
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James was one of multiple starters that sat out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Tuesday, but he will return for their final game before the All-Star break. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) still out, James should see a spike in usage.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić will miss a fourth straight game entering the All-Star break, which means Rui Hachimura should remain a starter. Dončić’s status for the All-Star Game appears to be up in the air, but the added rest could help him be ready to return to the lineup for the Lakers after the break.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
After coming off the bench in his first two appearances as a Laker, Kennard moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday due to multiple absences. He shot the ball well and dished out five assists, but fantasy managers likely hoped for greater shot volume from the guard. For the Lakers’ final game before the break, Thursday’s game against the Mavericks, Kennard will likely be back in a reserve role. That limits his fantasy ceiling, but it may be the role that he’s more comfortable with right now.
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Making his first start as an NBA player, Bufkin started well on Tuesday. He shot 2-of-4 from the field in the first quarter and dished out an assist. Unfortunately, the former first-round pick’s production tailed off, an unsurprising development, given Bufkin’s limited in-game experience. There’s no need to roster him in redraft leagues, but managers competing in deeper dynasty leagues can afford to stash Bufkin.
LAL • Power Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
With Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and LeBron James all sidelined for Tuesday’s game, it felt like a spot where LaRavia could get all the shots that he wanted. Unfortunately, he got into early foul trouble, committing five in the first half. LaRavia would foul out with 7:43 remaining in the third quarter, playing 19 minutes. The Lakers should be closer to full strength for Thursday’s game against the Mavericks, which should mean LaRavia takes on a role that he’s more comfortable with.
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Because of injuries, the Lakers will have an incredibly thin rotation for Tuesday’s game. Bufkin, Kennard and Hayes move into the starting lineup, stepping in for Marcus Smart, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton. While none of the spot starters are guaranteed to provide solid fantasy value, they’re all worth streaming.
Source: Edwin Garcia
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton is officially out for Tuesday’s game, adding his name to the Lakers’ lengthy list of absentees. Jaxson Hayes will move into the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming in this spot.
Source: Law Murray
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
According to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, the team hopes Porziņǵis will make his debut in their first game out of the All-Star break, on February 19 against the Celtics. And once he’s cleared to play, he will do so in short stints. With Jimmy Butler (knee) done for the season, a healthy Porziņǵis can give the Warriors a needed boost on both ends of the floor.
Source: Bobby Manning
GSW • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Richard was initially questionable for Monday’s win over the Grizzlies, ultimately playing 15 minutes off the bench. The rookie will likely take on a similar role against the Spurs, but there could be a few more minutes available if De’Anthony Melton (glute) can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton suffered a gluteal contusion during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. He recently moved into the starting lineup, so the Warriors would have a gap to account for if he can’t play. Brandin Podziemski could return to the starting lineup in that scenario, which would raise his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Thiero suffered a sprained right MCL in late December and has not appeared in a game since. That could change on Tuesday, especially given the number of players the Lakers won’t have. However, that isn’t enough to make the rookie a player worth slotting into lineups.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton’s sore right knee has him back on the injury report for Tuesday, the second game in as many nights for the Lakers. If he’s unable to play, Jaxson Hayes would slide into the starting lineup. Given how shorthanded the Lakers are, Hayes is worth streaming if allowed to start.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart is one of four key contributors ruled out for Tuesday’s game, the second in as many nights for the Lakers. Fantasy managers should expect to see Luke Kennard, Dalton Knecht and Bronny James play significant minutes, as Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić are also out.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
With Reaves’ playing time still being restricted as he returns from a strained calf, his not playing on Tuesday is an unsurprising development. With Marcus Smart also out, there will be many minutes available to Luke Kennard, while Dalton Knecht, Bronny James and Kobe Bufkin may also slot into the rotation. Of those four, Kennard is the only one worth the streaming risk.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
While James played both legs of the Lakers’ last two back-to-backs, he will not do so on Tuesday. Tuesday’s game will be the 18th that he’s missed this season, which makes the 41-year-old ineligible for postseason awards. The last time LeBron failed to make any of the three All-NBA teams was his rookie season, 2003-04.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart will eventually return to the bench when the Lakers are finally healthy, but for now, he’ll remain productive. This was his second straight game with at least 15 points after five straight scoring in single digits. Smart isn’t a reliable option for fantasy managers, but he is still capable of making an impact. This was the first leg of a back-to-back, so it would be surprising if Austin Reaves (calf) played against the Spurs on Tuesday. That could mean extra minutes for Smart.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
The Lakers three-game winning streak came to an end, but James was able to remain productive. This was his third straight triple-double, and after turning it over 15 times across two games, he only coughed up the rock three times in this one. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) sidelined, James has stepped up as the Lakers’ primary playmaker. This was the first night of a back-to-back, and LeBron has played in both legs of their last two back-to-backs. Expect him to be out there against the Spurs on Tuesday.
GSW • Center • #42
about 1 month ago
While Horford came off the bench, he was in the game when the Warriors rallied to pick up the victory. After corralling his own missed shot, Horford’s assist to Gui Santos with 19.4 seconds remaining while sitting on the court capped a game-ending 19-5 run. Due to the minutes and production, Horford’s fantasy value has remained low. But his “real” value has helped keep the Warriors afloat on a few occasions, including Monday night.
GSW • Point Guard • #61
about 1 month ago
While Monday’s game wasn’t the first time that the Spencer brothers have matched up this season, Pat figured far more prominently in the Warriors’ rotation on Monday than he did on October 27. Making a third consecutive start, the Warriors guard provided excellent value in points, assists and steals. Over the past week, Spencer has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. And with Stephen Curry (knee) ruled out for Wednesday’s game against the Spurs, Spencer is worth the streaming risk in deep leagues.
GSW • Power Forward and Small Forward • #23
about 1 month ago
After totaling 20 points in his prior three appearances, Green shot the ball well and reached double figures on Monday. The last time he reached double figures, a January 30 loss to the Pistons, was also the last time the veteran forward made four three-pointers in a game. The lone negative for Green managers on Monday was the turnover count, as he recorded seven, one shy of his season high. Shooting 38.1 percent from the field, he’s been ranked outside the top-150 over the past two weeks.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
While he wasn’t much of a factor in the Warriors’ 19-5 run to end Monday’s comeback victory, Podziemski was one of seven to reach double figures. Despite Stephen Curry’s absence with a knee injury, Podz has come off the bench in the last three games. The change to the lineup lowers Podziemski’s fantasy ceiling, but he remains a worthwhile hold in deeper leagues. The Warriors host the Spurs on Wednesday in their final game before the All-Star break.
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the lineup is Ayton, who returns after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Warriors. As a result of his return, Jaxson Hayes will come off the bench. Austin Reaves is still under a limit of 25 minutes, so Hachimura remains with the starters.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Knecht is good to go for Monday’s game, but he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball. He should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Before Saturday’s loss to the Lakers, Kerr said that his star guard was unlikely to play in Monday’s game against the Grizzlies. In addition to sitting out Monday’s contest, Curry will miss Wednesday’s matchup with the Spurs and the February 15 All-Star Game in Inglewood, California. Gui Santos has played well since moving into the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues until Curry returns.
Source: Sam Gordon
GSW • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Richard was initially listed as questionable for this game, but he will be good to go. He has played a limited role over the past week, which hasn’t led to much production for fantasy managers. That won’t change in this game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Knecht was absent from the initial injury report released by the Lakers on Sunday evening. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially in the aftermath of the Lakers’ acquisition of Luke Kennard. Knecht should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton came into the day with a probable tag, so his availability isn’t a surprise. He’ll return following a one-game absence which should send Jaxson Hayes back to the bench. Ayton will have his work cut out for him against a jumbo Thunder frontcourt featuring Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Richard is a late addition to Monday’s injury report, which puts his status in question against Memphis. Richard’s absence could free up additional playing time for the likes of De’Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be the second that Dončić has missed since straining his left hamstring during Thursday’s win over the 76ers. Rui Hachimura was inserted into the starting lineup in Saturday’s win over the Warriors, due partly to Austin Reaves (calf) being limited to 25 minutes. Whether Hachimura starts on Monday will likely depend on Reaves’ minutes allowance.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton was held out of Saturday’s win over the Warriors, with the Lakers scratching him just before tipoff due to a sore right knee. If he can play against the Thunder, that will push Jaxson Hayes back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Bufkin’s contract includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. The former first-round pick has spent most of this season in the G League, earning a 10-day contract with the Lakers in mid-January. With the Bufkin signing, the Lakers have filled all 15 of their standard contract slots.
Source: Shams Charania
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Limited to 13 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Suns due to an illness, Podziemski played 33 off the bench on Saturday. The final stat line was solid, but most encouraging was the playing time. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, minutes should not be an issue for Podziemski as long as he’s healthy. So, fantasy managers who have rostered him for this long should continue to do so.
GSW • Point Guard • #61
about 1 month ago
On the same day that he was upgraded to a standard contract, Spencer produced another solid effort for the Warriors. Rostered in three percent of Yahoo! leagues, the Warriors’ guard has provided top-50 per-game value over the past week, according to Basketball Monster. At the very least, Spencer is worth rolling the dice on for the Warriors’ final two games before the All-Star break. Golden State plays four games total during Week 17.
GSW • Power Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Santos extended his career-best run of double-figure scoring efforts to six straight on Saturday, as he continues to offer solid production. He’s been the starting lineup for the last three, filling the void left by Stephen Curry (knee). With Curry possibly missing the Warriors’ final two games before the All-Star break, adding Santos ahead of Monday’s game against the Grizzlies would be a good idea.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Limited to six points in Thursday’s comeback win over the Suns, Moody was much better on Saturday. The 25 points were the most in a game for him since January 26, when he scored 26 in a win over the Jazz. While inconsistency can be an issue for Moody, he’s worth rostering in the short term as the Warriors await Stephen Curry’s return. The Warriors play two of their four Week 17 games before the All-Star break, and Curry may miss both, thus enhancing Moody’s fantasy value.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves’ minutes are still being restricted, and he played 24 on Saturday. That didn’t keep him from having a productive night off the bench, finishing with a stat line that only lacked a three-pointer. Counting Saturday, Reaves has recorded at least eight assists in ten of the 10 games he’s appeared in. With Luka Dončić sidelined, the Lakers will need a little more playmaking from Reaves, and he was up to the task against the Warriors.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
With Austin Reaves still under a minutes restriction, Hachimura was JJ Redick’s choice to replace the injured Luka Dončić (hamstring) in the starting lineup on Saturday. He was effective as a scorer, shooting 70 percent from the field overall and 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. Unfortunately, fantasy managers didn’t receive much else from Hachimura. As long as Luka is out and Reaves’ minutes are restricted, Rui should remain in the starting lineup.
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
After an illness limited him to 13 minutes in Thursday’s win over the Suns, Podziemski is good to go for Saturday night. He’ll likely come off the bench again, but the Warriors will still need his offensive output with Stephen Curry (knee) unavailable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game against the Lakers is the third that Curry has missed with “runner’s knee,” and he’ll likely be out longer. In addition to saying that his star guard was doubtful for Monday’s game against the Grizzlies, Kerr said that the Warriors may hold Curry out through the All-Star break. If that were to happen, he would also miss Wednesday’s game against the Spurs. Gui Santos has played well recently, and he’s worthy of streaming consideration in deep leagues while Curry sits.
Source: Anthony Slater
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Kerr told reporters that Porzingis met with the Warriors team doctor and the plan is to keep the 30-year-old center out through the All-Star break. The idea is that with some rest Porzingis will be ready to go for the second half of the season. It’s a fine idea, but health issues have followed Porzingis since the 2024 NBA Finals, making him difficult to trust in fantasy basketball.
Source: Joseph Dycus
GSW • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Podziemski was dealing with an illness during Thursday’s win over the Suns, playing just 13 minutes. He’s on track to be available Saturday night, which may result in fewer minutes for Pat Spencer. However, with Stephen Curry (knee) out, Spencer will still figure prominently in the rotation, especially after scoring a career-high 20 points on Thursday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard • #30
about 1 month ago
Curry has been dealing with “runner’s knee” for a few weeks. It’s unknown how much longer the star guard will be out, but at the very least, he will miss one more game. Gui Santos has been productive as a spot starter and is worth a look in deeper leagues while Curry sits.
Source: Anthony Slater
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
While Melton’s production outside of the points category was relatively lean, fantasy managers should not be concerned. He was moved into the starting lineup on Thursday, but his playing time was limited as the Warriors take a measured approach to Melton’s return from a torn ACL. He remains a valuable option in deep category leagues, especially while the Warriors are without Stephen Curry (knee).
GSW • Power Forward • #15
about 1 month ago
Santos has reached double figures in five straight games, with Thursday’s tally being a season-high for the fourth-year forward. Rostered in six percent of Yahoo! leagues, Santos has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. While he certainly represents a risky streaming play, Gui will be worth a look in deep leagues ahead of Saturday’s game against the Lakers to end Week 16.
GSW • Point Guard • #61
about 1 month ago
After getting through a trade deadline that appeared to have a significant impact on the team, Golden State picked up one of its best wins of the season in Phoenix. And Spencer was a key contributor, hitting six of the Warriors’ 20 three-pointers and leading five double-digit scorers with a career-high 20 points. The two-way player was inserted into the starting lineup for Thursday’s game, and he may have played well enough to hold onto that role until Stephen Curry (knee) returns. With Brandin Podziemski being limited to 13 minutes because of an unspecified injury — he did return during the third quarter — Spencer’s role may take on added importance in Saturday’s game against the Lakers.
GSW • Point Guard • #61
about 1 month ago
Moody, Santos and Green are the holdovers from the quintet that started Tuesday’s blowout loss to the 76ers. The changes are Spencer and Melton, with Brandin Podziemski and Al Horford moving to the bench. Of the replacements, Melton offers a higher fantasy ceiling in this spot.
Source: NBA Lineups
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton is good to go after initially being questionable with a sore left knee. With Stephen Curry (knee) still out and Buddy Hield no longer in the picture, Melton boasts a higher fantasy ceiling despite coming off the bench.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Forward-Center • #8
about 1 month ago
Acquired from the Hawks in exchange for Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield, Porziņǵis missed time due to Achilles tendinitis before the trade. While he will join his new teammates in Los Angeles on Friday ahead of Saturday’s game against the Lakers, the 7-foot-2 forward/center is not expected to play until Monday’s home game against the Grizzlies.
Source: Danny Emerman