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GSW • • #
about 2 months ago
Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on the status of both players ahead of Tuesday’s season opener against the Lakers, but it sounds like they’re on the right side of questionable. With Moses Moody already ruled out, the absence of either Butler or Kuminga would mean more playing time for the likes of Trayce Jackson-Davis, Gui Santos and Buddy Hield.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
On October 13, Steve Kerr said that he was “not too concerned” about Moody’s calf issue, but apparently the injury is a bit more serious. It’s unclear how long Moody will be sidelined, but until he returns, Brandin Podziemski and Buddy Hield will be candidates for extended playing time.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
The Curry brothers will have to wait a bit before they can share the court as teammates for the first time in their basketball careers, but it’s expected to happen at some point this season. ESPN’s Anthony Slater reports that the Warriors’ decision to waive Seth is solely because of the team’s need for salary cap flexibility. Golden State is right up against the second apron and doesn’t have the financial room to take a full 15-man roster into the regular season. However, that will change next month, when Curry is expected to rejoin the team. The Warriors will have 14 players on standard contracts when they open their season on Tuesday against the Lakers. Seth will provide additional three-point shooting off the bench once he rejoins the Warriors.
Source: ESPN
LAL • Guard • #36
about 2 months ago
After offering little production in his unofficial Lakers debut on Tuesday, Smart was considerably better on Friday. Eight of his 11 shot attempts came from beyond the arc, an area where the veteran guard has been inconsistent for most of his NBA career. The hope for the Lakers is that Smart can shoot as well as he did in 15 games for the Wizards last season, making just over 39 percent of his attempts. Playing alongside Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and (when healthy) LeBron James should help get Smart clean looks. However, given the career numbers, he’s a career 32.4 percent shooter from deep, so the chances he approaches 40 percent from three are slim.
LAL • Center • #2
about 2 months ago
While Ayton finished Friday’s preseason finale a rebound shy of a double-double, he and Luka Dončić still need to improve their chemistry on the offensive end of the floor. That’s likely to remain a work in progress, but the Lakers need them to click sooner rather than later due to the fact that LeBron James (sciatica) is out. In theory, his absence should raise Ayton’s fantasy ceiling, but the 7-footer cashing in on the opportunity is not guaranteed.
LAL • Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
With LeBron James (sciatica) sidelined for at least four weeks, the Lakers have a massive hole to fill in their starting lineup ahead of the regular season. Vincent will fill the void, as Lakers head coach JJ Redick said before Friday’s game that the starters will also start Tuesday’s season opener. Against the Kings, he shot 4-of-5 from beyond the arc, providing shooting on a night when Austin Reaves (8/4/8/2) missed all seven of his three-point attempts and shot 3-of-15 from the field overall. Vincent is unlikely to provide much value outside of points and three-pointers if allowed to start. But he may be able to offer end-of-week value to managers needing production in those categories.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
about 2 months ago
Dončić was excellent in the Lakers’ final preseason game, shooting efficiently and committing only three turnovers in 32 minutes of play. With LeBron James (sciatica) unavailable for the next few weeks, Dončić’s already high fantasy value may increase slightly in the short term. While Luka only played in two preseason games, he was effective in both, a surefire sign that he’s ready for the regular season. The Lakers play three games during Week 1, beginning with the Warriors on Tuesday.
GSW • Guard • #30
about 2 months ago
Curry logged 30 minutes in the Warriors’ final tune-up game before the regular season begins. In his time on the court, he was productive from beyond the arc, as usual, and made contributions as a facilitator along the way. The four-time NBA champion still possesses game-changing potential on the offensive end, going into his 17th season. He’ll likely be a popular pick in the first couple of rounds of fantasy drafts.
GSW • Center-Forward • #42
about 2 months ago
Horford logged his highest-scoring game of the preseason on Friday, using accurate shooting to reach double digits in points for the first time. The veteran center’s late offseason signing gave him little runway to get acclimated with the team prior to the start of the regular season. Still, he’ll likely serve as the Warriors’ starter on opening night and provide the team with much-needed size that they lacked at the position a season ago.
GSW • • #
about 2 months ago
Richard got the start for Golden State on Friday and logged a productive outing. He scored in double figures for the second straight game and used active hands against the Clippers to collect a season-high in steals. It seems unlikely that the NCAA champion will find rotation minutes for the Warriors during his rookie season, but the strong finish to the preseason should bode well for his overall confidence heading into his rookie season.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
While it’s unknown exactly when Hayes injured his right wrist during the first half, the Lakers center did throw down multiple dunks in his eight minutes of action. Shooting 3-of-4 from the field, he finished with six points, four rebounds and one steal. Hayes will be the backup center when the regular season begins, so a potential absence would have minimal impact on fantasy basketball.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
Donĉić, Reaves and Ayton are back in the Lakers’ starting lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Mavericks. While Hachimura is an expected starter once the regular season begins, that isn’t necessarily the case for Vincent. However, he’s played well as the preseason has progressed, potentially giving him a chance to earn the right to fill the void left by the injured LeBron James. Jarred Vanderbilt, who did not play on Wednesday, is back and will come off the bench. He’s another option to step into the starting five when the Lakers host the Warriors on Tuesday.
Source: NBA Lineups
GSW • Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
The Warriors’ starting lineup in their preseason finale will feature a few of their projected regular-season starters, as well as a new face. Richard, a rookie from the University of Florida, will have a chance to play alongside some veterans as he looks to make an impression on Friday before the exhibition games conclude. Golden State has put together a nice preseason thus far and collected some wins along the way. It’ll have a chance to finish with a victory over a Clippers team that has also had an encouraging preseason.
Source: Sam Gordon
LAL • Guard • #7
about 2 months ago
Vincent got the starting nod on the second night of a preseason back-to-back, since Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves got the night off. Vincent started off hot, scoring 18 points in the first quarter alone. He didn’t add much after that, but it was a strong performance for him. However, he won’t get the chance to play enough to replicate this level of production often.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
about 2 months ago
Hayes started at center for the Lakers in this game with Deandre Ayton sitting out the second night of the preseason back-to-back. He returned to the Lakers on a one-year deal and should fill out the reserve minutes for them this season, which won’t leave him an opportunity to have nights like this one often.
LAL • Forward • #2
about 2 months ago
Vanderbilt had a solid first half, so it is disappointing that an injury will end his night early. Vanderbilt will likely be an important reserve for the Lakers this season, so hopefully this is precautionary. More minutes will go to Jake LaRavia if Vanderbilt misses time during the regular season.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Forward • #23
about 2 months ago
The expectation was that LeBron would return in early November, but they may push that timeline back by a couple weeks if needed. There’s no reason to rush the 40-year-old back, which means the Lakers will rely on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves even heavier than normal until James is back in the lineup.
Source: Shams Charania
GSW • Guard • #30
2 months ago
Curry excelled in what was his highest usage game of the preseason. The 37-year-old point guard dropped 28 points in 27 minutes. He made four three-pointers and was 12-of-13 from the free throw line. Curry looked ready to go for the season opener next week. While his durability is starting to become a concern at his age, Curry makes for a solid second round pick in fantasy drafts.
LAL • Center • #2
2 months ago
If this is the type of production that Ayton can provide this season, he will have a chance to be really productive in fantasy hoops. He’s locked in as the starting center for the Lakers, which is a good opportunity for him to bounce back after a forgettable season in Portland, which led to him being bought out.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
2 months ago
Doncic played his first preseason game for the Lakers and was immediately able to pour in the points. He was matched by Austin Reaves to lead the Lakers in scoring, and he did it in 22 minutes. Doncic appears to be ready to start the season strong after dominating in EuroBasket, which is important for Los Angeles with LeBron James set to miss time.
LAL • Guard • #36
2 months ago
Smart suited up for the Lakers for the first time, and he didn’t contribute much of anything in the box score. He was a nice veteran addition for Los Angeles, but his first appearance wasn’t an encouraging one for fantasy managers. His only opportunity to provide value this season may be as a streamer if the Lakers are missing multiple starters.
GSW • • #
2 months ago
Butler rolled his ankle in practice on Friday, but the team is calling it just a “tweak.” He will not play on Tuesday against the Trail Blazers, and it sounds like the Warriors may hold him out through the rest of the preseason to ensure he is ready to go on October 21.
Source: Brett Siegel
GSW • • #
2 months ago
Butler sprained his ankle during Friday’s practice and sat out Sunday’s exhibition against the Lakers. Unfortunately, according to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, he’s still dealing with some swelling, so the veteran forward will not play on Tuesday. The hope is that Butler can play in Friday’s preseason finale. Fantasy managers should not be too concerned about Butler’s ankle, as the Warriors don’t begin the regular season until October 21.
Source: Anthony Slater
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
2 months ago
Reaves has played in two of the Lakers’ three preseason games so far, but Doncic and Smart have yet to suit up. This will be Smart’s first time suiting up for the Lakers, while Doncic will be playing for the first time since EuroBasket.
Source: Khobi Price
GSW • Guard • #4
2 months ago
According to Slater, the Warriors are hopeful to have him back for the start of the regular season, and Steve Kerr said he’s “not too concerned.” If Moody is forced to miss time to start the season, Brandin Podziemski and Buddy Hield would presumably be in line for additional minutes.
Source: Anthony Slater
LAL • Center • #2
2 months ago
Ayton had another strong line in the victory, marking arguably his best game of the preseason. Ayton teased a double-double while getting teammates involved and putting in work on the defensive end. Numbers like this would make him a very attractive nightly option in 2025-26 fantasy hoops.
GSW • Guard • #2
2 months ago
Podz led all scorers in this one as he shot an efficient 10-of-16 from the field, including 3-of-7 from beyond the arc. He was also effective as a rebounder and facilitator, highlighting his ability to stuff the stat sheet on any given night. Podziemski should be in line for a significant role in Golden State’s rotation in 2025-26, making him a worthwhile selection inside the top 100 picks of fantasy drafts.
LAL • Forward • #23
2 months ago
Due to a nerve issue in his right glute, James was unavailable when the Lakers opened training camp and did not play in Friday’s exhibition against the Warriors. According to Charania, the 40-year-old star forward has been diagnosed with sciatica and will not be available when the regular season begins. Despite his production over the years, James should not have gone earlier than the third round in fantasy drafts before Thursday’s update. Look for the news to knock him further down draft boards, with Austin Reaves’ value receiving a boost. Luka Dončić is already considered a top-5 pick by many, so LeBron’s extended absence is unlikely to be any change to his draft prospects.
Source: Shams Charania
LAL • Forward • #23
2 months ago
James has been unavailable due to a glute issue, and Redick’s comments indicate no sense of urgency to get him back on the court for LA before the regular season tips off. James is expected to be ready for the season-opener against Golden State on October 21, though fantasy managers should continue to monitor his health in the coming weeks.
Source: Jordan Richard
GSW • Center • #21
2 months ago
After providing limited production in Sunday’s preseason opener, Post went off on Wednesday. In the fourth quarter alone, he shot 4-of-7 from the field, combining with LJ Cryer (14/1/2/1 with three three-pointers) to spearhead a rally in which the Warriors outscored Portland by a 51-26 margin. With the addition of Al Horford (two rebounds and two assists), Post is likely locked into a reserve role this season. However, he’ll still play rotation minutes and will be worth streaming on nights when Horford isn’t available. Horford did not play both games of back-to-backs in either of the last two seasons.
GSW • • #
2 months ago
Butler’s minutes have been kept in check during Golden State’s first two preseason games. He logged 17 minutes on Wednesday after playing 15 in Sunday’s win over the Lakers. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has taken a similar approach with Stephen Curry (11/4/3 with two three-pointers) and Draymond Green (9/1/2 with two three-pointers), which is unsurprising given the trio’s experience and understanding of what needs to be done to prepare for the regular season. Golden State’s outlook changed significantly last season after acquiring Butler, due to his consistent ability to get to the foul line. As long as he’s available consistently, the veteran forward can be a valuable asset for fantasy managers.
GSW • Guard • #7
2 months ago
Hield was in better form Wednesday night after shooting 1-of-4 from three in Golden State’s preseason opener on Sunday. The veteran guard came off the bench to shoot 3-of-6 from beyond the arc against the Trail Blazers, finishing as one of three Warriors reserves in double figures (Quinten Post and LJ Cryer were the others). Regarding fantasy value, Hield is in a difficult spot due to his status as a reserve. While he’ll undoubtedly play rotation minutes, his value depends on whether he can get hot from deep.
LAL • Forward • #33
2 months ago
LaRavia hit 5-of-10 shots in this one and had a minimal impact on the defensive end, making this a disappointing performance. Perhaps he can occasionally provide a few points for LA off the bench this season, but he’s unlikely to see enough playing time or usage to be worth rostering outside of deep fantasy basketball leagues.
LAL • Center • #2
2 months ago
Ayton attempted only two shots in his Lakers debut on Friday, but he fired off eight on Sunday. He made only three of those, which is far from ideal from a player of his size, but the offensive aggression is a step in the right direction. Ayton’s offense isn’t a major concern heading into the regular season, though even if he struggles in that department, fantasy managers can rely on his rebounds and blocks to bolster his floor.
GSW • Center-Forward • #42
2 months ago
Horford became the final piece of the new-look “Olden State” Warriors when he inked a multi-year deal at the end of September. The 39-year-old brings veteran leadership, floor spacing, solid defense and a high basketball IQ to a team looking to maximize the final seasons of Jimmy Butler III, Draymond Green and Stephen Curry.
GSW • Forward • #00
2 months ago
With a deal finally completed on Tuesday, Kuminga took the court just five days later to open up the preseason with Golden State. He turned in a well-rounded line across limited minutes. Kuminga will be a major trade asset for Golden State beginning in January, so it’s likely the Warriors give him ample playing time this season as he auditions for his next gig.