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LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
about 4 hours ago
Dončić is away from the Lakers for personal reasons, and Thursday’s game is the first of three that they’ll play on their upcoming road trip. What his absence means for games against Boston and Philadelphia is unknown, but it leaves a massive hole in the Lakers’ lineup. LeBron James and Austin Reaves will see their usage rates increase, which is especially important for the former, given his production in Monday’s loss to the Suns. As for the spot in the starting lineup, Gabe Vincent is the most likely replacement.
Source: Marc Stein
LAL • Guard • #36
about 4 hours ago
Smart has missed the last three games with a lower back injury. The 31-year-old shooting guard will sit out again Thursday for injury management reasons. Gabe Vincent could see extra minutes with Smart out, but won’t be viable in fantasy basketball.
Source: Mark Medina
NOP • F • #25
about 21 hours ago
After missing two games with a right elbow injury, Murphy made his presence felt in a big way in his return. He set a new career high for rebounds while scoring at least 30 points for the third time this season. Murphy has been one of the bright spots in a disastrous season for New Orleans, and he’ll continue to be an elite player in fantasy basketball as long as he’s healthy and available.
NOP • • #
about 22 hours ago
Not many rookie point guards are able to have the offensive success that Fears has had. This was his fifth 20-point outing of the season, and his second in a row, which is the first time he’s scored at least 20 points in consecutive games. Fears’ inefficiency has limited his fantasy output this season, but he has shot over 50 percent from the floor in each of the last two games while turning it over a total of four times.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 22 hours ago
The report came out Tuesday afternoon that Zion Williamson would be out at least three weeks due to a right adductor strain. That means that Bey’s spot in the starting lineup should be safe for now, and he has made the most of the opportunity. Bey is still available in 65 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is far too low a number. Over the last six games as a starter, Bey has averaged 20.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.5 steals and 2.2 three-pointers per game.
NOP • C • #21
1 day ago
Missi is dealing with a sore right foot and ankle and will join Zion Williamson (adductor) on the sideline for Tuesday’s game. While additional rotation minutes may be available to veteran Kevon Looney, he is not a player to roster in fantasy leagues.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
1 day ago
Zion popped up on the injury report Tuesday afternoon after not initially being included on it. He had previously been dealing with a hamstring injury, but now it’s the right adductor that will keep him sidelined until at least Dec. 23. Saddiq Bey and Derik Queen should continue to be the main beneficiaries with Zion unavailable for at least a few weeks. Queen should be locked in as a starter for the rest of the season, while Bey should continue to start with Zion out. Bey has averaged 19.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.6 triples over the last five games and is available in 66 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
Source: Shams Charania
NOP • F • #1
1 day ago
Williamson was off the injury report on Monday evening for his hamstring, but the adductor issue is a new one, suggesting he may sit this one out. Missi is also a late addition to the injury report, and if both he and Zion are forced to sit this one out, Derik Queen and Saddiq Bey should see even higher usage. Micah Peavey and Kevon Looney could soak up some additional minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
1 day ago
Murphy will return following a two-game absence, which means Bryce McGowens (who has played well with increased opportunities) will lose most of his streaming appeal. Hawkins is also back after two games on the shelf, but his return is less meaningful for fantasy managers given his playing time and lackluster production.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #15
2 days ago
Reaves finished with fewer than 20 points on Monday for just the second time this season. He was efficient both inside and outside the arc, but low volume kept his production down. He also committed five turnovers in his 33 minutes of game action, which was more than the handful of assists he produced. The Suns held several key Lakers in check and ended Los Angeles’ seven-game winning streak. Reaves will have a chance to bounce back on Thursday against the Raptors.
LAL • Forward • #23
2 days ago
James was one of several key Lakers who couldn’t get going on the offensive end on Monday. He took only 10 shots, had his most inefficient shooting performance thus far, and recorded a season-low in points as a result. The versatile forward had little impact in another area of the game — he failed to grab a rebound, only produced a few assists, and didn’t register any stocks for the game. Overall, it was a forgettable performance from both the Lakers and James. He’ll look to turn the page and bounce back against the Raptors on Thursday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
2 days ago
Dončić was the only Laker to score north of 20 points on Monday, as he more than doubled the next highest-scoring teammate, Austin Reaves, who finished with 16 points. He also led the Lakers in rebounding and finished the game one turnover shy of double digits. The extreme positives surely outweigh the negatives from a fantasy standpoint, as the superstar guard continues to put up the best statistical season of his young career. He’ll have a chance to log his eighth 30-point game in a row against the Raptors on Thursday.
LAL • Forward • #23
2 days ago
James (foot) will return from a one-game absence and re-enter the Lakers’ starting lineup as they take on the Suns on the second night of a back-to-back. The Lakers currently hold a 15-4 record and find themselves in second place in the Western Conference. They’ve won seven straight and have a chance to extend their streak to eight games with a win on Monday.
Source: NBA Lineups
LAL • Guard • #36
2 days ago
Redick said it’s “not a long-term thing.” Monday will be a third straight absence for Smart, but he could end up returning by Thursday to take on Toronto, which would cut into Gabe Vincent’s role.
Source: Mike Trudell
LAL • Center • #2
2 days ago
Despite banging knees during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s win over the Pelicans, Ayton is good to go for Sunday’s matchup with the franchise that selected him first overall in the 2018 draft. As a result, Jaxson Hayes will miss out on an opportunity to start and become a deep-league streaming option.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Forward • #23
2 days ago
James did not play in Sunday’s win over the Pelicans, with Gabe Vincent moving into the starting lineup. Vincent will head to the bench, eliminating what little streaming value he possessed on Sunday.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Guard • #36
2 days ago
Smart will miss a third straight game with back spasms, freeing up rotation minutes for Gabe Vincent. However, with everyone else available, Vincent is unlikely to get the opportunities needed to impact fantasy basketball.
Source: Daniel Starkand
NOP • G • #15
3 days ago
After making a shot with 3:37 remaining in the fourth quarter, Alvarado reached for his right hamstring. He would then give a foul to exit the game, which may have happened even if he were healthy, as the outcome was no longer in doubt. However, the hamstring could be a concern for the Pelicans’ backup point guard. While Alvarado’s production hasn’t been great from a fantasy standpoint, backing up a rookie (Jeremiah Fears) has made him worth a look in some deep leagues. The Pelicans host Minnesota on Tuesday.
Source: Law Murray
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
3 days ago
Since returning to the Pelicans’ starting lineup on November 22, Bey has recorded four double-doubles in five games. Over the past week, he has provided second-round value in nine-cat formats, stepping up as a reliable option due to the Pelicans’ many injuries. Bey’s place in the starting lineup may be secure until Herb Jones returns from a strained calf, and that may not happen until Week 8 at the earliest. New Orleans plays three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
NOP • G • #11
3 days ago
With Trey Murphy, Herb Jones and Jordan Hawkins all ruled out due to injury, McGowens had more opportunities to contribute offensively in his second consecutive start. The wing, who’s on a two-way contract, recorded a career-high point total while shooting 50 percent from the field. McGowens’ fantasy value in Week 7 hinges upon Murphy’s availability. If Trey can play against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, there won’t be much to gain from adding McGowens to your roster.
NOP • • #
3 days ago
While it did not result in a victory, Fears had one of his best games of the season on Sunday. Shooting 50 percent from the field, the rookie guard recorded his fourth 20-point game and finished a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Rostered in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Fears’ fantasy value has been low for most of this season. However, his role as the starting point guard makes him worth the risk in deep leagues. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday and Thursday.
LAL • Center • #2
3 days ago
Ayton, who missed the Lakers’ November 25 win over the Clippers with a right knee injury, may have aggravated the injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s victory. He banged knees with Derik Queen, and while Ayton returned to the game after the first timeout called to get him off the floor, he didn’t last long before needing to ask for a sub. With the Suns hosting the Suns on Monday, this could be a spot where Jaxson Hayes (8/6/2/0/2 in 21 minutes) receives the starting nod, with Ayton getting the night off. However, Ayton did not sound concerned about the injury while in the locker room after the win, which may bode well for his availability for Monday night.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Guard • #15
3 days ago
Reaves and Luka Dončić combined to score 67 points on Sunday, and they also shot 23-of-26 from the foul line. Reaves has scored 30 points or more in three straight outings, his most consistent run of the season to date. The lone concern in the short term is the Lakers’ schedule, as they play the second game of a back-to-back on Monday and will have another one later in Week 7. Reaves did play both games of the team’s most recent back-to-back, so there may not be a reason for fantasy managers to worry.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
3 days ago
The Pelicans could not find an answer for Dončić or Austin Reaves, and that has been the case for many teams this season. The tandem combined to score 67 points, more than shouldering the load as the Lakers played without LeBron James. Dončić has scored at least 33 points in six consecutive games, one reason why he has been the top-ranked player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. The Lakers play four games in Week 7, starting with the Suns on Monday, and they’ve got another back-to-back to navigate later in the week.
NOP • C • #21
3 days ago
Missi will fill in for Zion Williamson as a starter for the second leg of the Pelicans’ back-to-back. Missi had 10 rebounds in 20 minutes off the bench on Saturday and should have a good chance to record a double-double as a starter.
Source: Dave McMenamin
LAL • Guard • #7
3 days ago
With LeBron James sitting out the first leg of this back-to-back, Vincent will replace him in the starting unit. This is a smaller lineup for the Lakers, but Vincent should be able to supply some triples as a starter.
Source: Dave McMenamin
NOP • F • #25
3 days ago
Murphy and Hawkins will join Zion Williamson (hamstring) and a number of other players on the sideline for the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set. Bryce McGowens could draw a second straight start, though he finished with an unimpressive 5/4/1/2 line across 26 minutes on Saturday.
Source: NBA.com
NOP • F • #1
3 days ago
Williamson will sit out the second leg of New Orleans’ back-to-back set, which means Saddiq Bey should have the green light on offense. Bey has been a strong scorer since joining the starting five, and with Williamson and Trey Murphy (elbow) sidelined, he could be in line for a big game.
Source: NBA.com
LAL • Forward • #23
3 days ago
James will sit out the first leg of Los Angeles’ back-to-back set, and fantasy managers should expect him to take the court Monday against the Suns. With James sidelined, Jake LaRavia could slot into the Lakers’ starting five against New Orleans.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
NOP • • #
4 days ago
Fears’ night in San Francisco ended prematurely, as he picked up his second technical foul and was ejected after exchanging words with Jimmy Butler. The back-and-forth happened during the final minute when the outcome was no longer in doubt, so fantasy managers didn’t miss out on too much. While inefficiency has been an issue for Fears, that’s expected of most rookies. The hope for dynasty managers is that this “on-the-job training” will pay dividends down the line.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
4 days ago
While Bey’s double-double streak ended at three games, he had another good night for the Pelicans. Over the past week, he’s provided top-25 value in nine-cat formats despite shooting 57.1 percent from the foul line. Starting alongside Zion Williamson, Bey will have value until Trey Murphy or Herb Jones returns from their injuries. And he’s rostered in 29 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so it won’t be challenging to find him on the waiver wire of most leagues.
NOP • F • #1
4 days ago
Williamson has scored at least 22 points in three of his last four games. What stands out from his performance on Saturday is the foul shooting. Williamson made 90 percent of his attempts against the Warriors, and he’s shot a respectable 79.5 percent over the past two weeks. While Zion doesn’t have to turn into an elite foul shooter, becoming respectable would do wonders for his fantasy value. The Pelicans play three games in Week 7, starting with the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
LAL • Guard • #36
4 days ago
Due to back spasms, Smart did not play in Friday’s win over the Mavericks. With the doubtful tag, it appears likely that he’ll miss a second straight game. Gabe Vincent picked up additional minutes with Smart unavailable, and that would likely be the case on Sunday as well. However, Vincent is not worth streaming in most leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Forward • #23
4 days ago
The good news is that LeBron’s injury is a matter of left foot injury management, as Sunday’s game is the first of two in as many nights for the Lakers. Given the opposition, don’t be surprised if LeBron sits with an eye toward Monday’s matchup with the Suns. If he doesn’t play, Jake LaRavia is the player most likely to move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #11
4 days ago
The Pelicans are without Trey Murphy for Saturday’s game, as he sits with a sore right elbow. McGowens will fill the resulting void, giving him a shot at achieving fantasy relevance. However, managers should not feel obligated to stream him, as the wing is making his first start as a Pelican.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • F • #25
4 days ago
Murphy is dealing with elbow soreness in his shooting arm, which will hold him out against Golden State. Micah Peavy and Bryce McGowens should see a bump in minutes with Murphy with Jordan Hawkins also sidelined, though neither will become “must-stream” players.
Source: Will Guillory
LAL • Forward • #23
5 days ago
After scoring 25 points in Tuesday’s win over the Clippers, LeBron took a back seat to Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić on Friday, as they combined to score 73 points. However, he still provided solid value in rebounds, assists and three-pointers as the Lakers finished NBA Cup group play undefeated. The explicit goal for LeBron and the Lakers is to ensure he’s healthy for the stretch run, and they can afford to take that approach with Dončić, Reaves and Deandre Ayton on the roster. While that may lower James’ fantasy ceiling, his floor will be fine.
LAL • Center • #2
5 days ago
Ayton appears to be getting more comfortable with his new teammates and what’s required of him on a game-by-game basis. He finished Friday’s win two rebounds shy of a double-double, but fantasy managers received a complete stat line from the 7-footer. So far, Ayton’s fit with the Lakers has been good, and LeBron James’ move into the starting lineup has not done severe damage to the center’s fantasy value.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
5 days ago
Dončić has scored at least 33 points in five straight games, and he finished Friday’s victory with his 11th double-double of the season. Over the past two weeks, he sits atop the fantasy rankings in eight- and nine-cat formats. While players like Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander boast higher season-long values, no one is on the roll that Dončić is currently on.
LAL • Guard • #15
5 days ago
The tandem of Reaves and Luka Dončić took over on Friday, as they combined to score 73 points on 22-of-33 shooting from the field. The former has scored at least 30 points in five games this season, halfway to his total for the entire 2024-25 campaign. Also, Reaves’ 38 points were the most he’s scored in a game since October 27, when he dropped 41 against the Trail Blazers.
LAL • Guard • #36
5 days ago
Smart has officially been ruled out after being downgraded from questionable to doubtful earlier in the day. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht should take on larger roles with Smart unavailable, though it is unlikely that either ends up being worth a stream.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
5 days ago
As expected, Ayton will take the court against Dallas. He’ll have to contend with Anthony Davis, who is making his return on Friday following a 14-game absence. Davis will likely see a minutes restriction, while Ayton should handle a typical workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #36
5 days ago
With Smart unlikely to take the court against Dallas, expect Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht to absorb his minutes. Neither Vincent nor Knecht are particularly appealing for fantasy purposes.
Source: Trevor Lane
LAL • Guard • #36
6 days ago
Smart, who played 20 minutes in Tuesday’s win over the Clippers, is dealing with back spasms. If he’s unable to play on Friday, Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht may absorb the available minutes. However, neither has been productive enough to merit streaming, especially with Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves available.
Source: Trevor Lane
LAL • Center • #2
6 days ago
Ayton, who injured his knee during a November 23 win over the Jazz, is on track to miss just one game. If he returns on Friday, Jaxson Hayes will head back to the bench, where he offers little in the way of fantasy value. The Lakers have a back-to-back on Sunday and Monday, so there’s a possibility that Ayton sits out one of those games, provided he’s officially cleared to return.
Source: Trevor Lane
NOP • G • #15
7 days ago
One game removed from scoring 16 points and giving the Pelicans a needed boost off the bench in a win over the Bulls, Alvarado was even better on Wednesday. He recorded season-highs in points and three-pointers while finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Jeremiah Fears (10/2/3 with one three-pointer in 26 minutes) remains the starting point guard, but Alvarado’s increased playing time and production make him worth a look in deeper leagues.
NOP • • #
7 days ago
As was the case in Monday’s win over the Bulls, Yves Missi (6/6/3/0/3) played more minutes than Queen. However, the split was closer to even, with Missi logging 29 minutes and Queen 24. The rookie did record nine assists, two shy of his season high, and his ability to facilitate offense should raise Queen’s fantasy ceiling in time. He has provided seventh-round value over two weeks, so losing playing to Missi has not done too much harm to Queen’s value.
NOP • G • #24
7 days ago
Not only did Hawkins hit double figures for the second time this season on Wednesday, but he notched season-highs in points and three-pointers. However, for as productive as he was in 15 minutes of action, Hawkins is not at the point where he should be rostered in redraft leagues. Wednesday’s performance may have earned him another shot at rotation minutes, especially with Herb Jones out, but it changes nothing in terms of Hawkins’ fantasy value.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
7 days ago
Bey extended his double-double streak to three games on Wednesday, and he remains a starter with Herb Jones unavailable. Over the past week, the Pelicans forward has been a top-50 player in nine-cat formats. We’re at the point where Bey can be trusted in a higher percentage of Yahoo! leagues, especially since he’s starting alongside Zion Williamson (17/5/4/0/2). And New Orleans ending Week 6 with a Saturday/Sunday back-to-back is another reason to consider adding Bey.
LAL • Guard • #15
8 days ago
For anyone concerned that Reaves’ production could take a significant hit in the aftermath of LeBron James’ return from injury, these three games should alleviate those concerns. Reaves has scored at least 30 points in four games, and he’s tallied 26, 22 and 31 in the three games that the Lakers’ “big three” have been available for. The lone concern in the short term may be the schedule, as the Lakers have a Sunday/Monday back-to-back on the horizon.
LAL • Forward • #23
8 days ago
James’ point total has increased in each game he’s played this season. He recorded his first 20-point game on Tuesday, doing so on good percentages from the field and the foul line. James is steadily making his climb up the fantasy rankings, providing eighth-round value in nine-cat formats. Given LeBron’s track record, things should only get better as he plays more games. The Lakers finish Week 6 with games on Friday and Sunday.
LAL • Forward-Guard • #77
8 days ago
Dončić put on a show Tuesday night, finishing one rebound shy of a triple-double. He’s recorded five 40-point games this season, one more than his tally for the entire 2024-25 campaign. Dončić appears more comfortable with his teammates, which has been a key factor in the Lakers’ 13-4 start. Despite averaging 4.2 turnovers per game, he’s providing top-10 value in nine-cat formats. That should remain the case for the entire season. With Tuesday’s victory, the Lakers have qualified for the NBA Cup quarterfinals.
LAL • Center-Forward • #11
8 days ago
The Lakers are without Deandre Ayton, who suffered a right knee contusion during Sunday’s win over the Jazz. Hayes moves into the starting lineup and will retain that role as long as Ayton is sidelined. That’s the lone change to the Lakers’ starting lineup.
Source: Edwin Garcia
NOP • G • #24
8 days ago
Hawkins is back with the team after a personal matter kept him away for Monday’s win over the Bulls. While his playing time has increased since James Borrego was named interim head coach, Hawkins is not likely to get the minutes he needs to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
9 days ago
For the first time since December 2023, Bey has recorded a double-double in consecutive games. In Monday’s victory, he also notched his third 20-point game of the season and has provided unexpected deep-league fantasy value in New Orleans. Usually Zion Williamson’s replacement in the lineup when he’s unavailable, Bey started alongside him on Monday, as the Pelicans are without Herb Jones. With New Orleans having three more games in Week 6, Bey is worth a look in 14-team leagues.
NOP • F • #25
9 days ago
Murphy has scored at least 20 points in eight of his last 10 games, a stretch in which he’s provided top-20 value in nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Having a healthy Zion Williamson on the court certainly helps New Orleans, but it’s Murphy who has the most varied offensive skill set of the team’s rotation players. Expected to be a top-50 player based on his Yahoo! ADP (42), Trey has been a second-round player so far.
NOP • F • #1
9 days ago
Three Pelicans starters scored at least 20 points on Monday, with Williamson leading the way. He had a big night at the foul line, making 13 of his 16 attempts, and Zion is shooting 69.3 percent for the season. While that percentage isn’t high enough to prevent Williamson managers from punting that category, it’s nearly four points higher than his 2024-25 mark (65.6 percent). After a slow start to the season, he’s closing in on top-100 value in eight-cat formats, which is good news for those who have Williamson rostered.
NOP • G • #15
9 days ago
Alvarado was one of the Pelicans’ reserves who gave the team a welcome spark on Monday, and he finished with one of his best stat lines of the season. Alvarado finished two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, with the latter tally representing a new season-high. Jeremiah Fears (15/4/3 with two three-pointers) is the starter and will remain in that role for the foreseeable future, which limits Alvarado’s fantasy value. But he’s capable of chipping in when needed, as was the case on Monday.
NOP • C • #21
9 days ago
While the Pelicans scored 74 points in the first half, that did not keep interim head coach James Borrego from making a few lineup changes. Missi and Jose Alvarado were inserted into the lineup, with rookies Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen (8/5/4/1/1 in 17 minutes) being bumped to the bench. Missi had his best game of the season, recording a double-double with season-highs in points and rebounds. Add in the blocked shots, and Monday’s effort was a step in the right direction for the second-year center. As long as Queen remains the starter, there isn’t much to gain from rostering Missi right now. But keep an eye on him, as his value may expand during the “silly season.”
NOP • F • #1
9 days ago
Williamson is back after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Hawks, so he returns to the starting lineup. Micah Peavy heads to the bench, where he offers limited fantasy value at best. With Herb Jones still out due to injury, Saddiq Bey will continue to start.
Source: NBA Lineups