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HOU • Center • #28
21 days ago
Despite originally being questionable for Thursday’s game, Sengun will begin the new year in the Rockets’ lineup. His return from a two-game absence will move Steven Adams back to the bench. Sengun is averaging 22.7/9.4/6.8 splits this season and has been one of the better centers from a fantasy basketball perspective. He’ll join Kevin Durant, Tari Eason, Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
21 days ago
Eason is good to go after initially being listed as questionable for Thursday’s game. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, with Josh Okogie remaining with the bench unit.
Source: Sharif Phillips-Keaton
HOU • Center • #15
21 days ago
The Rockets will be without at least two centers for Thursday’s game, as Capela and Steven Adams (ankle) are out. Alperen Şengün (calf) is a game-time decision. If he’s unable to go, Houston may be forced to slide Jabari Smith Jr. into the center position.
Source: Sharif Phillips-Keaton
HOU • Center • #12
21 days ago
Adams is out after initially being listed as questionable for Thursday’s game. With Clint Capela also out, the Rockets could be severely shorthanded in the post, even if Alperen Şengün is cleared to return from his calf injury.
Source: Sharif Phillips-Keaton
LAL • • #
21 days ago
This is a tough injury for Thiero, who returned from a separate knee injury earlier this season only to get injured again. While he wasn’t getting much playing time so far, there might’ve been a chance for him to play given the Lakers’ other injuries. Obviously, that’s off the table now. Thiero will be re-evaluated in four weeks, though his absence won’t impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Trevor Lane
HOU • Center • #15
22 days ago
Capela joins Alperen Şengün (calf) and Steven Adams (ankle) as questionable for this game. Şengün has missed the last two, while Adams exited early from Monday’s game. Capela will have upside as a streamer if both Şengün and Adams are sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
22 days ago
Adams has been starting in place of Alperen Şengün (calf), who is also questionable for this game. The other center option is Clint Capela, who is questionable as well with an illness. Adams’ only path to streaming value will be if Şengün remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #17
22 days ago
Eason has been starting for Houston lately, so his absence would open up plenty of minutes. Josh Okogie had been starting previously and would have a chance to return to the starting lineup, though Reed Sheppard would end up being the bigger beneficiary in Eason’s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
22 days ago
Şengün has missed Houston’s last two games but could return to take on Brooklyn. Steven Adams has been starting in his stead and would likely remain with the opening group if Şengün remain out. However, if Şengün returns, Adams’ streaming value will be eliminated. It’s also worth noting that both Adams (ankle) and Clint Capela (illness) are questionable, so the Rockets’ center rotation is really up in the air at this point.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #33
22 days ago
With Rui Hachimura sidelined by a calf injury, LaRavia made his tenth start of the season on Tuesday. He didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but the Lakers forward did record four steals and one blocked shot in 38 minutes on the floor. Those stats are encouraging for fantasy managers, especially since Hachimura is expected to miss multiple games. LaRavia is rostered in 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so he won’t be too hard to find on the waiver wire.
LAL • Forward • #23
22 days ago
LeBron’s 41st birthday was not a joyous occasion for the Lakers’ star, as the Pistons took control in the third quarter and won with relative ease. Simply put, Detroit did on Tuesday night what “Father Time” has failed to do to the future Hall of Fame forward. In addition to the poor shooting, James was responsible for five turnovers, with only Luka Dončić committing more (eight). He and the Lakers will look to bounce back when they host the Grizzlies on Friday and Sunday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
22 days ago
While fantasy managers will likely be pleased with Dončić recording another 30-point double-double, that did not tell the whole story of his night. There were a few defensive lapses, and the Lakers’ point guard compounded those errors by committing eight turnovers. With Austin Reaves (calf) out for at least four weeks, Dončić and the Lakers have an extremely slim margin for error. They were able to hang around until the second half of the third quarter, with the Pistons’ takeover leading to Dončić and the other starters watching the final four minutes from the bench. The Lakers end Week 11 with games against the Grizzlies on Friday and Sunday.
LAL • Forward • #33
22 days ago
With Rui Hachimura (calf) set to miss multiple games, LaRavia will replace him in the starting lineup. Lakers coach JJ Redick said Hachimura should be back at some point next week, so LaRavia should remain in the starting lineup for their games against the Grizzlies on Friday and Sunday at least.
Source: Los Angeles Lakers
LAL • Forward • #28
23 days ago
Due to a sore right calf, Hachimura did not practice on Monday and was ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Pistons. Unfortunately, that won’t be the only game he misses, as the forward is expected to miss about one week, according to his head coach. Jake LaRavia has been Hachimura’s replacement in the starting lineup in the past, and that may be the case for this most recent injury as well.
Source: Law Murray
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
23 days ago
Thompson’s shooting remains inconsistent. The 22-year-old point guard’s 20 points were just the second time he’s had at least 20 points in his last six games. Thompson threatened a triple-double with eight rebounds and seven assists against the Pacers Monday. After a slow start to the season, he’s provided fourth-round value over the last two weeks.
HOU • • #
23 days ago
Smith had another great game against the Pacers on Monday. While Tari Eason is back starting and played 29 minutes, Smith’s fantasy value wasn’t impacted negatively. Smith is rostered in just 47 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is simply too low. He’s provided sixth-round value over the last two weeks and is showing no signs of slowing down.
HOU • Forward • #35
23 days ago
Durant has had 30 points in back-to-back games now. The 37-year-old small forward is in the groove going 24-of-37 from the field over the last two games. Durant is off to a great start this week after providing top-10 fantasy value over the last two weeks.
HOU • Center • #12
23 days ago
Filling in for the injured Alperen Şengün in the Rockets’ starting lineup, Adams exited during the third quarter with a sprained right ankle. If he misses time beyond the rest of Monday’s game, the Rockets may have to rely on Clint Capela to take on a prominent role. But that would only happen if Şengün remains out.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
24 days ago
Hayes has missed the Lakers’ last two games with a sore left ankle. He participated in Monday’s practice and has been cleared to play against the Pistons. Hayes will assume his usual duties as Deandre Ayton’s backup, which is not a good place to find fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #28
24 days ago
Due to a sore right calf, Hachimura did not participate in Monday’s practice. His absence will open up a spot in the Lakers’ starting lineup, with Jake LaRavia being the most likely replacement. With only four games on the schedule, LaRavia will be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
24 days ago
Hayes has missed the Lakers’ last two games with a sore left ankle. His return to practice on Monday makes it possible that he’ll be able to play in Tuesday’s game against the Pistons. While Hayes’ status does not affect fantasy basketball, his return would give the Lakers another post player to counter Detroit’s Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Forward • #28
24 days ago
Before Thursday’s loss to the Rockets, Hachimura missed two games with a groin injury. Lakers head coach JJ Redick said that the forward is “banged up” but did not specify what injuries he may be dealing with. Hachimura should be considered questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Pistons, with Jake LaRavia being the likely replacement if he can’t play.
Source: Daniel Starkand
HOU • Center • #28
24 days ago
Şengün sat out Saturday against Cleveland, and his continued absence should lead to a second straight start for Steven Adams and additional minutes for Clint Capela off the bench. Adams is worth streaming for fantasy managers in need of big man help.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #8
24 days ago
Lakers head coach JJ Redick said before Sunday’s game that Smith’s role would expand as the team moved forward without Austin Reaves, who is sidelined with a calf injury. The two-way contract guard playing 24 minutes was unsurprising, but the output certainly was. Smith notched his second 20-point game as a Laker, finishing four points shy of his season-high. Fantasy managers shouldn’t hop onto the Smith bandwagon yet, but they should watch him in Tuesday’s game against the Pistons.
LAL • Forward • #23
24 days ago
As was the case in Thursday’s loss to the Rockets, James only attempted 13 shots on Sunday despite Austin Reaves (calf) being unavailable. The difference was that he made 11 against the Kings, and the final stat line only lacked a blocked shot. How much James can help the Lakers defensively at this stage in his career is up for debate, but the team will accept scoring efficiency on par with Sunday’s performance as well. Over the past two weeks, James has provided top-40 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
24 days ago
A good tonic for a team struggling defensively is an opponent playing its second game in as many nights. Dončić and the Lakers rebounded from a poor performance on Christmas Day by soundly defeating the Clippers, and he surpassed 30 points for the first time since returning from a left leg contusion. While no one will describe him as a lockdown defender, Dončić recorded three steals on Sunday. He and the Lakers play three games in Week 11, starting with the Pistons on Tuesday.
HOU • Center • #28
25 days ago
Şengün did not play in Saturday’s win over the Cavaliers, which moved Steven Adams into the starting lineup and increased Clint Capela’s minutes off the bench. While Adams is worth a look for those needing rebounds, Capela is not.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
25 days ago
This will officially be a second straight absence for Hayes after he was initially listed as doubtful. Jarred Vanderbilt should fill out the backup center minutes behind Deandre Ayton, though that won’t make him worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • G • #15
25 days ago
With Houston blowing Saturday’s game open during the second and third quarters, there were a few more minutes available to Sheppard. However, the second-year guard has been a standout for most of the season, despite coming off the bench on most nights. Sheppard recorded a complete stat line against the Cavaliers, and he’s played at least 30 minutes in three of his last five appearances. Sheppard is rostered in 41 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and one can argue that more 12-team managers need to hop onto the bandwagon.
HOU • • #
25 days ago
Rostered in 47 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Smith has provided sixth-round per-game value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. While there is certainly concern about how Tari Eason’s return may affect his value, Smith was solid in wins over the Lakers and Cavaliers to end Week 10. Also, Eason (nine points, six rebounds, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in 21 minutes) will remain limited to 25 minutes, and back-to-backs remain off the board for the foreseeable future. For that reason, Smith’s fantasy value may be protected for the time being.
HOU • Forward • #35
25 days ago
The final score of 117-100 does not tell the whole story, as the Rockets led by more than 30 at one point in the second half. For that reason, Durant was not on the floor as much as fantasy managers would have hoped, especially after scoring 23 points in the first half. Over the past two weeks, the future Hall of Fame forward has provided top-10 per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats. And given who Houston plays in Week 11 (Indiana, Brooklyn and Dallas), Durant could be in for more big games, provided the Rockets don’t race out to huge leads.
LAL • Guard • #7
26 days ago
Vincent has not appeared in a game since December 14. While his continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, it would help the Lakers to have him available since Austin Reaves (calf) is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • • #
26 days ago
Timme is in the league’s concussion protocol. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, as he has only appeared in two games since joining the Lakers in late November.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
26 days ago
Hayes is on track to miss a second consecutive game with an ankle injury. His absence frees up minutes behind Deandre Ayton, with Jarred Vanderbilt being the most likely beneficiary. There’s no need to stream Vanderbilt.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #12
26 days ago
The Rockets won’t have Alperen Şengün for Saturday’s game, as he has been ruled out with left calf tightness. As a result, Adams will move into the starting lineup, where he can provide streaming value for those needing rebounds and blocks. Also, Clint Capela should play rotation minutes off the bench. Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. complete the starting five.
Source: Vanessa Richardson
LAL • Guard • #15
27 days ago
Reaves, who returned to action on Tuesday after missing three games with a mild left calf strain, suffered a similar injury during the first half of Thursday’s loss to the Rockets. Unfortunately, he has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 strain and will miss at least four weeks. Marcus Smart replaced Reaves in the lineup to begin the third quarter and should remain in that role. While the offensive output can be inconsistent, Smart’s defensive ability is much-needed, as the Lakers are among the worst in the NBA in defensive rating.
Source: Shams Charania
HOU • Center • #28
27 days ago
Şengün is dealing with tightness in his left calf. The same issue landed the Rockets center on the injury report ahead of Thursday’s win over the Lakers, and he ultimately played 31 minutes. If Şengün can’t play on Saturday, the Rockets would likely move Steven Adams into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #15
27 days ago
Reaves, who missed three games with a mild left calf strain, played 15 first-half minutes on Thursday before being ruled out at halftime. The Lakers announced that he would miss the remainder of the game with a sore left calf. More will be learned about the severity of the injury on Friday, with Marcus Smart likely returning to the starting lineup if Reaves has to miss time.
Source: Dan Woike
LAL • Forward • #28
27 days ago
Back in the Lakers’ lineup after missing two games with a groin injury, Hachimura offered little value in his 28 minutes. In addition to missing all six of his shot attempts, the Lakers forward only grabbed two rebounds. That equalled the tally of Deandre Ayton, who supplemented his two boards with 10 points on 5-of-6 shooting. The Lakers are off until Sunday; hopefully, that’s enough time for Hachimura to shake off the rust after a poor showing on Christmas Day.
LAL • Forward • #23
27 days ago
While James shot the ball reasonably well and recorded a complete stat line, the numbers felt a bit underwhelming, given how the game went. Including James, Luka Dončić was the lone Lakers starter to grab more than two rebounds as Houston dominated the boards. LeBron and the Lakers will look to end Week 10 on a high note when they host the Kings on Sunday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
27 days ago
Dončić played 34 minutes in his return from a leg contusion that kept him out of Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. Interestingly, the Lakers guard did not look entirely comfortable on his leg during the fourth quarter, but he was out there until about three minutes remaining. The Lakers don’t play again until Sunday, and they can ill afford to lose Dončić with Austin Reaves possibly aggravating his calf injury during the first half of Thursday’s defeat.
HOU • Forward • #17
27 days ago
In his third game back from an oblique injury that sidelined him for over a month, Eason made his second start of the season. While the three-pointers weren’t falling, with the Rockets’ forward shooting 1-of-5, he did a little bit of everything else. Eason’s six defensive contributions were a season-high, and it’s something that he’s capable of doing consistently. Even if this start was a one-time deal, now is a good time to add Eason if he’s available in your league.
HOU • Center • #28
27 days ago
Şengün only attempted seven shots on Thursday, the fewest in a game for him this season. However, the Rockets center did record his 16th double-double of the season. Şengün has provided second-round value in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP (19). The sore spot for fantasy managers has been turnovers, with Şengün committing six on Thursday. If he can clean up that area, his nine-cat value will improve.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
27 days ago
Playing on Christmas Day for the first time in his NBA career, Thompson was outstanding against the Lakers. All that was lacking from his stat line was a blocked shot and a three-pointer, but the third-year wing provided excellent value in the other fantasy categories. After a relatively slow start to the season, Thompson has been a fourth-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats over the last two weeks.
HOU • Forward • #35
27 days ago
After a disappointing effort in Tuesday’s loss to the Clippers, Durant and the Rockets took care of business against the Lakers. He’s scored at least 25 points in four of his last six games, and according to Basketball Monster, KD is ranked second in eight- and nine-cat formats over the previous two weeks. The Rockets end Week 10 at home on Saturday against the Cavaliers.
LAL • Guard • #15
27 days ago
Reaves, who returned from a strained left calf on Tuesday, was inserted back into the starting lineup on Thursday. The plan was to continue exercising caution, but the guard was not on the court at the start of the third quarter. Marcus Smart started the period and would remain in that role if Reaves has to miss time.
Source: Ryan Ward
LAL • Guard • #15
28 days ago
Dončić and Hachimura are back after missing the Lakers’ most recent game, pushing Nick Smith Jr. and Jake LaRavia to the bench. The other change is Reaves, who starts after coming off the bench in Tuesday’s loss to the Suns. While he does not have a specific minutes limit, the Lakers will exercise some caution with his workload. Marcus Smart will come off the bench, eliminating his already-low fantasy value.
Source: Edwin Garcia
HOU • Forward • #8
28 days ago
Tate is good to go after initially being questionable with a left wrist contusion. However, being available does not guarantee that he’ll see any action. Leave Tate on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Center • #28
28 days ago
Şengün is good to go after initially being listed as questionable with tightness in his left calf. The lone change to the starting lineup is Eason, who replaces Josh Okogie. Whether this holds or not, now is the time to add Eason in standard leagues if he’s still sitting on your league’s waiver wire.
Source: Will Guillory
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
28 days ago
Dončić and Hachimura are officially available for Thursday’s game after being considered probable earlier in the day. Their returns will push Nick Smith Jr. and Jake LaRavia to the bench. While LaRavia can still have some value in deeper leagues, that is not the case for Smith.
Source: Ryan Ward
HOU • Forward • #17
28 days ago
Finney-Smith will make his season debut on Thursday after undergoing offseason ankle surgery. While he has the potential to provide the Rockets with another 3-and-D wing, Finney-Smith will be under a strict minutes restriction on Thursday. There is no need to consider rostering him right now.
Source: Shams Charania
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
28 days ago
Initially questionable after a one-game absence, Dončić is on track to return Thursday night. If so, he would push Nick Smith Jr. to the bench, and potentially out of the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
28 days ago
Hayes will miss Thursday’s game with a sore left ankle. The good news for the Lakers is that Deandre Ayton (elbow) is back, so he’ll play most of the available minutes at the center position. Hayes’ absence likely means that Jarred Vanderbilt will spend some time at center when Ayton sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #28
29 days ago
Hachimura is on the injury report for right groin injury management reasons. It looks like the 27-year-old small forward will return to the starting lineup, though, given his probable listing. Jake LaRavia will likely head back to the Lakers’ bench with Hachimura back.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
29 days ago
Dončić is officially listed as questionable with a leg injury on the Lakers’ injury report. Earlier in the day Wednesday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Dončić is expected to play against the Rockets Thursday. The 26-year-old point guard missed Tuesday’s game against the Suns, but we expect him to return after just a one-game absence.
HOU • Forward • #17
29 days ago
Finney-Smith hasn’t played yet this season after undergoing offseason ankle surgery. The 32-year-old small forward is getting closer to his season debut, though. He at least has a chance to play Thursday given his questionable listing. Even if Finney-Smith isn’t available on Christmas Day against the Lakers, his return isn’t far off.
HOU • Center • #28
29 days ago
Sengun popped up on the injury report as questionable with a calf injury Wednesday night ahead of the Rockets’ Christmas Day matchup with the Lakers. If the 23-year-old center can’t go, it’ll be bad news for Houston. Steven Adams and Clint Capela would handle the center minutes for the Rockets.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
29 days ago
Thompson finished Tuesday’s defeat with a solid stat line. He’s scored at least 18 points in four of his last six appearances and has been a third-round player in eight-cat formats over the last two weeks. Thompson and the Rockets play two more games in Week 10, starting with the Lakers on Christmas Night in the final game of Houston’s road trip.
HOU • Center • #28
29 days ago
Şengün finished three assists shy of his second triple-double of the season, but he’s up to 15 double-doubles. Like Kevin Durant, his production took a hit because Ime Udoka decided not to put his starters back into the game during the fourth quarter. The Clippers led by a comfortable margin, so the plug was pulled. Şengün and the Rockets will look to redeem themselves when they visit the Lakers on Christmas Night.