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MIN • Center • #27
11 months ago
Gobert hasn’t played since before the All-Star break, which has allowed Naz Reid to thrive as part of the starting lineup. If Gobert returns, Reid will likely return to playing his typical significant role off the bench, though it is unlikely that he matches his production from the past few weeks.
Source: Dane Moore
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
11 months ago
Initially questionable for Thursday’s game, Goodwin is now out. He’ll miss a third straight game, but the Lakers may welcome back Austin Reaves. Goodwin’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball, especially if Reaves (listed probable) is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
McDaniels breakout season continued Wednesday as the 24-year-old power forward had another big game. McDaniels’ 29 points were tied with Anthony Edwards for a team-high. He also had 10 rebounds to earn himself a double-double and contributed two steals on the defensive end. McDaniels is top-25 in fantasy value over the last two months.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
McDaniels breakout season continued Wednesday as the 24-year-old power forward had another big game. McDaniels’ 29 points were tied with Anthony Edwards for a team-high. He also had 10 rebounds to earn himself a double-double and contributed two steals on the defensive end. McDaniels ranks inside the top-25 in fantasy value over the last two months.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle suited up for the second game of the back-to-back Wednesday despite initially being questionable with a groin injury. The 30-year-old power forward had a great game. Randle poured in 25 points, pulled down 10 rebounds and dished out nine assists. He was merely one assist shy of a triple-double. Randle missed almost a month with a groin injury this season, but hopefully for fantasy managers he can stay healthy over the rest of the season.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle suited up for the second game of the back-to-back Wednesday despite initially being questionable with a groin injury. The 30-year-old power forward had a great game. Randle poured in 25 points, pulled down 10 rebounds and dished out nine assists. He was merely one assist shy of a triple-double. Randle missed almost a month with a groin injury this season, but hopefully for fantasy managers he can stay healthy over the rest of the season.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Edwards got off to a great start in March when he dropped 44 points against the Suns last Sunday. The 23-year-old shooting guard had another excellent performance against the Hornets Wednesday as he dropped 29 points, dished out six assists and had six 3-pointers. He also contributed on the defensive end with two steals and a block. Edwards has been top-25 in fantasy value since the All-Star break.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Edwards got off to a great start in March when he dropped 44 points against the Suns last Sunday. The 23-year-old shooting guard had another excellent performance against the Hornets Wednesday as he dropped 29 points, dished out six assists and had six three-pointers. He also contributed on the defensive end with two steals and a block. Edwards has been top-25 in fantasy value since the All-Star break.
LAL • Forward • #88
11 months ago
Morris’ absence will not impact fantasy basketball, as he is not in the Lakers’ rotation when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
11 months ago
Goodwin has missed the Lakers’ last two games with a sprained right ankle. While he may be in the rotation if allowed to play, Austin Reaves is on track to return from his calf injury. There’s no need to roster Goodwin in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Trevor Lane
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 months ago
James and Doncic are back on the Lakers’ injury report, although the latter is dealing with a new issue. Luka has a right knee contusion, but the probable tag suggests he will play. James should also be available to play based on the recent trend of him playing after being probable on an initial injury report.
Source: Trevor Lane
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 months ago
James and Doncic are back on the Lakers’ injury report, although the latter is dealing with a new issue. Luka has a right knee contusion, but the probable tag suggests he will play. James should also be available to play based on the recent trend of him playing after being probable on an initial injury report.
Source: Trevor Lane
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
11 months ago
Reaves is on track to return after missing two games with a calf injury. His return would push Gabe Vincent to the bench, which would have minimal impact on fantasy basketball.
Source: Trevor Lane
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
With Wednesday’s game being the Timberwolves’ second in as many nights, Mike Conley (rest) will not play. DiVincenzo will move into the starting five, making his first start since returning from the mid-January toe injury that sidelined him for six weeks. That’s the only change to the starting lineup.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Randle will play both ends of the Timberwolves’ back-to-back despite recently returning from a strained groin. That’s good news for fantasy managers, as he is Minnesota’s second offensive option behind Anthony Edwards.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle has handled a solid workload since returning from a lengthy layoff and might get a night off against a struggling Charlotte team. Terrence Shannon Jr. could be poised for a return to the starting lineup if Randle is ruled out.
MIN • Center • #27
11 months ago
Gobert will miss his ninth consecutive game while Conley will get a breather after appearing in eight straight contests. Naz Reid will likely continue starting for Gobert and Nickeil Alexander-Walker could step in for Conley.
LAL • Center • #11
11 months ago
Hayes didn’t miss a shot on Tuesday, and the double-double was his second of the season. While adding Luka Doncic to the Lakers roster hasn’t improved Hayes’ fantasy value much, he has shot 80.4 percent from the field since February 10 (Luka’s Lakers debut). Despite being a starter, Hayes isn’t consistently productive as a scorer or rebounder, which has limited his value to fantasy managers.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 months ago
Doncic’s time in Los Angeles has gone as well as anyone could have anticipated, and he joined a historic list on Tuesday. With his 30 points and 15 assists, Luka became the fourth player in franchise history to record that stat line in a game. The other three Lakers who accomplished that feat were Jerry West (nine times), Magic Johnson (22), and LeBron James (once). Doncic has been a top-10 player since the All-Star break and has shown no signs of slowing down.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 months ago
James added another career milestone to his impressive résumé, becoming the first play in ABA/NBA history to score at least 50,000 points (regular season and playoffs). Even with the four turnovers, this was an efficient night for the Lakers forward, who has provided top-10 value in eight- and nine-cat formats since the All-Star break. LeBron has looked rejuvenated since the Lakers added Luka Doncic to the roster, and JJ Redick’s team has the look of a true contender in the Western Conference.
Source: Los Angeles Lakers
MIN • Guard • #9
11 months ago
Most of NAW’s big nights as a scorer have come when he is starting, but he was able to provide buckets as a reserve on Tuesday. This was Alexander-Walker’s third 20-point game off the bench this season, with two of those coming since the All-Star break. NAW is more than capable of contributing value in nine-cat leagues, but he is a risky option to stream in when he isn’t in the starting lineup. Still, it was nice to see him play this well as a reserve.
MIN • Power Forward and Small Forward • #3
11 months ago
McDaniels has finally enjoyed a breakout statistical season in Minnesota, and he has turned into a fantasy star over the past two months. He ranks inside the top 25 in nine-cat value during that stretch, and the main recent for his improvement has been that he is finally contributing defense stats. He has long been considered one of the best defensive players in the NBA, but it doesn’t mean as much to fantasy managers if the steals and blocks don’t come along with it. Minnesota had three more games this week, with a matchup in Charlotte on Wednesday up next.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
11 months ago
Reid led a balanced attack for Minnesota in their win over Philadelphia. He was the team’s leading scorer, though seven different players scored in double figures, including all five starters. Reid had a few subpar shooting nights entering this game, but he was able to hit 50 percent of his shot attempts after shooting below that mark in five straight games. Gobert has missed Minnesota’s last eight games, and it’s unclear how much longer he’ll be sidelined. Reid will remain an elite option in fantasy basketball as part of the starting lineup.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
DiVincenzo has come off the bench in his four games since returning from the toe injury that kept him sidelined for over a month, but that hasn’t limited his production. He has averaged 14.3 points, four rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.3 steals and 4.8 threes in 24.9 minutes per game since returning. He remains on a minutes restriction, but Chris Finch said before the game that it is to make it easier to have DiVincenzo available at the end of games. Once the restriction lifts, it wouldn’t be surprising if he returned to the starting lineup.
Source: Jon Krawczynski
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 months ago
Both of the Lakers’ superstars have been upgraded after initially being listed as probable. They’ll both continue to play massive roles as they look to lead Los Angeles to a seventh-straight win.
Source: Mike Trudell
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle was initially listed as questionable, but he will suit up for a second straight game. He had 20 points in 34 minutes in his first game back on Sunday after missing about a month with this groin injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 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 • Shooting Guard • #15
11 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.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
11 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
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle logged 34 minutes Sunday in his first game back in over a month. He’s now questionable with the same injury that kept him out for that extended period. Should he miss another game, guys like Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. could see additional run, while Naz Reid would be in line for monster minutes and usage since Rudy Gobert is already out.
Source: SneakerReporter on Twitter
MIN • Center • #27
11 months ago
Gobert will miss an eighth straight game for lower back injury management reasons. Naz Reid will continue to serve as the starting center, which boosts his fantasy value. The Timberwolves went small in Sunday’s win over the Suns when Reid was not in the game, as Julius Randle was available after missing time with a strained groin.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
It’s one thing for a shooter like DiVincenzo to provide excellent value in the three-point category. Not only did he hit eight triples on Sunday, but the “Big Ragu” was credited with a career-high six steals. Dealing with a case of turf toe that sidelined him for one month, DiVincenzo has been used in a reserve role in his first three games back. Mike Conley (3/1/1/2 with one three-pointer) has remained in the starting lineup, but he only played 20 minutes on Sunday. DiVincenzo doesn’t need to start to provide reliable fantasy value, especially when he plays 27 minutes (as was the case on Sunday).
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
After serving a one-game suspension for picking up his 16th technical foul of the season, Edwards kept his emotions in check Sunday night. And that was terrible news for the Suns, as the Timberwolves guard went off. Edwards produced an excellent overall stat line, committing just one turnover. Since the All-Star break, he has provided top-25 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. And Edwards should be aided moving forward by the recent returns of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, who combined to score 44 against the Suns.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Sunday’s game was Randle’s first since January 30, so the minutes tally (34) was surprising. However, he looked sharp on the court, shooting over 50 percent from the field and grabbing six rebounds. Jaylen Clark and Terrence Shannon Jr. combined to play 18 minutes on Sunday, with Randle and Anthony Edwards back in the lineup. Redraft league managers who held onto either Clark or Shannon can free up a roster spot with Randle playing starters’ minutes in his first game back.
LAL • Point Guard • #7
11 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 • Small Forward • #4
11 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 • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 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.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Edwards (suspension) and Randle (groin) are back in the Timberwolves’ lineup for their final game of Week 18. The returns mean Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Terrence Shannon Jr. head to the bench, where both have lower fantasy ceilings. Also, Conley continues to start for Donte DiVincenzo as the latter works his way back from a toe injury.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Edwards was initially questionable for Sunday’s game, and he returns after serving a one-game suspension on Friday against the Jazz. As for Randle, he’s back in the lineup after a strained groin sidelined him for 13 games. Randle’s minutes will likely be restricted in his first game back, but Terrence Shannon Jr. may still be headed back to the bench.
Source: Dana Scott
LAL • Point Guard • #7
11 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 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
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
11 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.
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle missed all of February with a groin injury but is targeting a Sunday return. He’ll likely bump Terrence Shannon Jr. to the bench and start alongside Naz Reid in the frontcourt.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
11 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 • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
11 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 • Shooting Guard • #15
11 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
MIN • Shooting Guard • #5
11 months ago
Edwards missed Friday’s loss to the Jazz due to a one-game suspension for technical foul accumulation. He isn’t guaranteed to play on Sunday due to a lingering calf issue. However, he played through the sore calf on Thursday when the Timberwolves lost to the Lakers. Nickeil Alexander-Walker will likely remain in the starting lineup if Edwards doesn’t play.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Center • #27
11 months ago
Sunday’s game will be Gobert’s seventh straight missed game. The Timberwolves label the injury “low back injury maintenance.” Naz Reid will continue to serve as the starting center, and Luka Garza will play rotation minutes off the bench. Garza isn’t worth streaming, especially with Julius Randle potentially returning from a strained groin.
Source: Minnesota Timberwolves
MIN • Power Forward and Center • #30
11 months ago
Randle has been sidelined since January, but he may be back in the lineup against Phoenix. Naz Reid, who has shined as a starter in place of Randle, would likely return to his role as the team’s sixth man, though he may continue to see a boost in minutes in Randle’s first few games back.
Source: Timberwolves PR
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
11 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 • Power Forward • #28
11 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 • Point Guard • #7
11 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
11 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 • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
11 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.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #0
11 months ago
DiVincenzo returned from a toe injury that kept him out for over a month Thursday. He played 26 minutes on the second night of a back-to-back on Friday against the Jazz. DiVencenzo was active as he filled up the stat sheet Friday. The 28-year-old shooting guard’s production should improve as his minutes increase the further he gets away from the injury.
MIN • Center and Power Forward • #11
11 months ago
With Anthony Edwards suspended and Rudy Gobert (back) out Friday, Reid led the Timberwolves in shot attempts against the Jazz. The 25-year-old center wasn’t efficient, but got there on volume with 27 points on 25 shots. Reid also grabbed 11 rebounds to earn himself a double-double. He’s fantasy-relevant when Gobert is available, but gets a boost when inserted into the Minnesota starting lineup.
MIN • Shooting Guard • #00
11 months ago
The Timberwolves have made two changes to the lineup that started Thursday’s loss to the Lakers, one due to suspension (Anthony Edwards). Also out of the lineup is Jaylen Clark, who heads to the bench, with Alexander-Walker and Shannon moving in.
Source: NBA Lineups