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LAL • Center • #2
30 days ago
Ayton is set to miss his second consecutive game with right knee soreness. Jaxson Hayes got the start and had 13 points, four rebounds and three assists in 17 minutes against the Spurs on Tuesday. Hayes will likely start again with Drew Timme backing him up as the reserve center.
PHI • • #
about 1 month ago
Edgecombe didn’t have a good night shooting the basketball, as he missed all five of his three-point attempts. Over the past two weeks, the rookie has been a 10th-round player in eight-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. Edgecombe’s season-long fantasy value has exceeded expectations, with the rookie guard approaching top-75 value. He and the 76ers will look to hit the ground running after the All-Star break, as they’ll have three more games to complete Week 17.
PHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
For the first time since January 11-12, Maxey has scored 30 points or more in consecutive games. With Joel Embiid (knee) once again out, the 76ers’ point guard did not have enough help offensively. Maxey now heads to the All-Star Game, where he’ll be a starter for the first time. After the break, the 76ers play three games, starting with the Hawks on February 19.
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton was one of the starters that missed Tuesday’s game against San Antonio, but he may end up missing another game. Jaxson Hayes would likely get another start if Ayton remains out, with Drew Timme filling out the backup minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves sat out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Tuesday, which isn’t surprising after he missed an extended period of time with a calf injury. He’ll return to take on Dallas in their final games before the All-Star break.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James was one of multiple starters that sat out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Tuesday, but he will return for their final game before the All-Star break. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) still out, James should see a spike in usage.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić will miss a fourth straight game entering the All-Star break, which means Rui Hachimura should remain a starter. Dončić’s status for the All-Star Game appears to be up in the air, but the added rest could help him be ready to return to the lineup for the Lakers after the break.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
After coming off the bench in his first two appearances as a Laker, Kennard moved into the starting lineup on Tuesday due to multiple absences. He shot the ball well and dished out five assists, but fantasy managers likely hoped for greater shot volume from the guard. For the Lakers’ final game before the break, Thursday’s game against the Mavericks, Kennard will likely be back in a reserve role. That limits his fantasy ceiling, but it may be the role that he’s more comfortable with right now.
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Making his first start as an NBA player, Bufkin started well on Tuesday. He shot 2-of-4 from the field in the first quarter and dished out an assist. Unfortunately, the former first-round pick’s production tailed off, an unsurprising development, given Bufkin’s limited in-game experience. There’s no need to roster him in redraft leagues, but managers competing in deeper dynasty leagues can afford to stash Bufkin.
LAL • Power Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
With Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and LeBron James all sidelined for Tuesday’s game, it felt like a spot where LaRavia could get all the shots that he wanted. Unfortunately, he got into early foul trouble, committing five in the first half. LaRavia would foul out with 7:43 remaining in the third quarter, playing 19 minutes. The Lakers should be closer to full strength for Thursday’s game against the Mavericks, which should mean LaRavia takes on a role that he’s more comfortable with.
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Because of injuries, the Lakers will have an incredibly thin rotation for Tuesday’s game. Bufkin, Kennard and Hayes move into the starting lineup, stepping in for Marcus Smart, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton. While none of the spot starters are guaranteed to provide solid fantasy value, they’re all worth streaming.
Source: Edwin Garcia
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton is officially out for Tuesday’s game, adding his name to the Lakers’ lengthy list of absentees. Jaxson Hayes will move into the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming in this spot.
Source: Law Murray
PHI • Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Grimes was unable to play in Monday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, which led to more minutes for Justin Edwards. Also, MarJon Beauchamp played 20 minutes off the bench in his first game as a 76er. Neither he nor Edwards is worth the streaming risk if Grimes remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid did not play in Monday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, opening up a spot in the starting lineup for Andre Drummond. If the 2023 league MVP can play against the Knicks, Drummond will likely fall out of the rotation entirely.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #26
about 1 month ago
Barlow was a late scratch for Monday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, as he was added to the injury report about an hour before tipoff. If he’s able to play against the Knicks, that would likely push Trendon Watford to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Thiero suffered a sprained right MCL in late December and has not appeared in a game since. That could change on Tuesday, especially given the number of players the Lakers won’t have. However, that isn’t enough to make the rookie a player worth slotting into lineups.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton’s sore right knee has him back on the injury report for Tuesday, the second game in as many nights for the Lakers. If he’s unable to play, Jaxson Hayes would slide into the starting lineup. Given how shorthanded the Lakers are, Hayes is worth streaming if allowed to start.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart is one of four key contributors ruled out for Tuesday’s game, the second in as many nights for the Lakers. Fantasy managers should expect to see Luke Kennard, Dalton Knecht and Bronny James play significant minutes, as Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić are also out.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
With Reaves’ playing time still being restricted as he returns from a strained calf, his not playing on Tuesday is an unsurprising development. With Marcus Smart also out, there will be many minutes available to Luke Kennard, while Dalton Knecht, Bronny James and Kobe Bufkin may also slot into the rotation. Of those four, Kennard is the only one worth the streaming risk.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
While James played both legs of the Lakers’ last two back-to-backs, he will not do so on Tuesday. Tuesday’s game will be the 18th that he’s missed this season, which makes the 41-year-old ineligible for postseason awards. The last time LeBron failed to make any of the three All-NBA teams was his rookie season, 2003-04.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart will eventually return to the bench when the Lakers are finally healthy, but for now, he’ll remain productive. This was his second straight game with at least 15 points after five straight scoring in single digits. Smart isn’t a reliable option for fantasy managers, but he is still capable of making an impact. This was the first leg of a back-to-back, so it would be surprising if Austin Reaves (calf) played against the Spurs on Tuesday. That could mean extra minutes for Smart.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
The Lakers three-game winning streak came to an end, but James was able to remain productive. This was his third straight triple-double, and after turning it over 15 times across two games, he only coughed up the rock three times in this one. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) sidelined, James has stepped up as the Lakers’ primary playmaker. This was the first night of a back-to-back, and LeBron has played in both legs of their last two back-to-backs. Expect him to be out there against the Spurs on Tuesday.
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
It may have come in a losing effort, but Oubre produced another solid stat line on Monday. The six defensive contributions were one shy of his season-high, which the veteran wing recorded in a January 11 loss to the Raptors. With Paul George serving a 25-game suspension, there isn’t a good reason to leave Oubre on the waiver wire in deep leagues. And Monday’s performance will likely get him on the radar in some 12-team leagues as well.
PHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
With Joel Embiid (knee) unavailable, even more of the scoring responsibilities fell upon Maxey’s shoulders. He’s now scored 30 points or more in 22 games, with Monday’s being his first since January 29 against the Kings. Despite Maxey’s efforts, the 76ers fell behind big during the third quarter in the final game of their road trip, losing 135-118. Philadelphia returns home for its final game before the All-Star break, Wednesday night against the Knicks.
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
The lone change to the lineup is Ayton, who returns after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Warriors. As a result of his return, Jaxson Hayes will come off the bench. Austin Reaves is still under a limit of 25 minutes, so Hachimura remains with the starters.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHI • Guard-Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
The 76ers are without Dominick Barlow and Joel Embiid for Monday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Watford and Drummond have been tabbed to fill the voids, and both are worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHI • Forward • #26
about 1 month ago
Philadelphia will be shorthanded for this game with both Barlow and Joel Embiid (knee) sidelined. Trendon Watford should enter the starting lineup in place of Barlow, and he had some decent outings as a starter earlier in the year, giving him some upside as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid will miss the final game of Philadelphia’s road trip due to right knee injury management. As a result, Andre Drummond likely slots in as the starting center, with Adem Bona serving as the backup.
Source: Gina Mizell
PHI • Forward • #26
about 1 month ago
Barlow is a very late addition to the 76ers’ injury report, which is concerning regarding his availability. With Quentin Grimes (illness) already out, the 76ers may have to call on Trendon Watford to start. If so, he would be worth streaming in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Added to the injury report on Monday afternoon, Grimes will not be available to play in Portland. His absence frees up rotation minutes for the bench, with Trendon Watford potentially taking on more playmaking duties for the bench unit.
Source: Gina Mizell
LAL • Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Knecht is good to go for Monday’s game, but he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball. He should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Grimes is a very late addition to the injury report and could leave plenty of minutes available off the bench. Justin Edwards should be in line for an extended role if Grimes ends up missing this game, though his upside for fantasy managers will be limited.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward • #4
about 1 month ago
Knecht was absent from the initial injury report released by the Lakers on Sunday evening. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball, especially in the aftermath of the Lakers’ acquisition of Luke Kennard. Knecht should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton came into the day with a probable tag, so his availability isn’t a surprise. He’ll return following a one-game absence which should send Jaxson Hayes back to the bench. Ayton will have his work cut out for him against a jumbo Thunder frontcourt featuring Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid was also listed as questionable ahead of Saturday’s win over the Suns, a game in which he played 33 minutes. Look for him to take on a similar workload on Monday if cleared to play. If Embiid can’t play, the 76ers will turn to Andre Drummond to move into the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be the second that Dončić has missed since straining his left hamstring during Thursday’s win over the 76ers. Rui Hachimura was inserted into the starting lineup in Saturday’s win over the Warriors, due partly to Austin Reaves (calf) being limited to 25 minutes. Whether Hachimura starts on Monday will likely depend on Reaves’ minutes allowance.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton was held out of Saturday’s win over the Warriors, with the Lakers scratching him just before tipoff due to a sore right knee. If he can play against the Thunder, that will push Jaxson Hayes back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Bufkin’s contract includes a team option for the 2026-27 season. The former first-round pick has spent most of this season in the G League, earning a 10-day contract with the Lakers in mid-January. With the Bufkin signing, the Lakers have filled all 15 of their standard contract slots.
Source: Shams Charania
PHI • Forward-Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Oubre’s had at least 15 points and at least three three-pointers in four of his last five games. The 30-year-old small forward doesn’t contribute much in the other categories, but he can deliver some points and threes. Oubre has returned 13th-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.
PHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Maxey was just one rebound and four assists shy of a triple-double on Saturday against the Suns. It was an emphatic win against a good team for the 76ers. The 25-year-old point guard has provided 13th-overall per game value over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The 76ers’ road trip continues against the Trail Blazers on Monday.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid followed up his 35-point game against the Lakers on Thursday by dropping 33 points in the win over the Suns on Saturday. The 31-year-old center is looking like his old self these days. He’s returned first-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The 76ers have two games upcoming in Week 17, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on Monday.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves’ minutes are still being restricted, and he played 24 on Saturday. That didn’t keep him from having a productive night off the bench, finishing with a stat line that only lacked a three-pointer. Counting Saturday, Reaves has recorded at least eight assists in ten of the 10 games he’s appeared in. With Luka Dončić sidelined, the Lakers will need a little more playmaking from Reaves, and he was up to the task against the Warriors.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
With Austin Reaves still under a minutes restriction, Hachimura was JJ Redick’s choice to replace the injured Luka Dončić (hamstring) in the starting lineup on Saturday. He was effective as a scorer, shooting 70 percent from the field overall and 4-of-5 from beyond the arc. Unfortunately, fantasy managers didn’t receive much else from Hachimura. As long as Luka is out and Reaves’ minutes are restricted, Rui should remain in the starting lineup.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
With Luka Dončić (hamstring) out, more of the playmaking responsibilities fall upon James’ shoulders, so the increased assist output is expected. For the first time this season, he’s hit double figures in that category in consecutive games. However, turnovers remain an issue for James, who racked up seven more after committing eight in Thursday’s win over the 76ers. While Dončić has offered elite nine-cat fantasy value despite his turnover woes, that hasn’t been the case for LeBron, who’s ranked outside the top-50. Hopefully, he’ll be able to clean that up during the Lakers’ five-game Week 17.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid was initially listed as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Suns, but the big man hasn’t missed a game that wasn’t on a back-to-back since late December, so his availability isn’t a total surprise. The 31-year-old center is looking like his former MVP self, coming off posting a 35/7/7 line in Thursday’s loss to the Lakers.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Already without Luka Dončić for Saturday’s game, the Lakers will also be without Deandre Ayton. As a result, Hachimura and Hayes will start. Austin Reaves is still limited to 25 minutes, so he will come off the bench.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Ayton is a late scratch after he wasn’t even on the injury report. Nevertheless, he’s set to miss Saturday’s game with right knee soreness. Jaxson Hayes will start at center for the Lakers in his absence and could be worth using in deeper formats.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić suffered a strained left hamstring during Thursday’s win over the 76ers, exiting during the second quarter. Rui Hachimura started the third quarter, but Austin Reaves’ minutes restriction may have been the reason for that. Depending on how comfortable the Lakers are with Reaves playing starters’ minutes as he works his way back from a strained calf, it will influence who starts for Dončić.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid has remained relatively healthy for most of this season. While he has been listed on recent injury reports, the only games he has missed since late December have been part of back-to-backs. Look for Embiid to be in the 76ers’ starting lineup on Saturday night, with Adem Bona serving as his primary backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • • #
about 1 month ago
Edgecombe finished Thursday’s defeat with his third double-double of the season and first since November 20. While the recent Rookie of the Year conversations have focused on Dallas’ Cooper Flagg and Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel, Edgecombe has been excellent as well. Fantasy-wise, he’s providing top-75 value, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (97). Edgecombe and the 76ers finish their Week 16 slate on Saturday in Phoenix.
PHI • Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Maxey struggled with his outside shot on Thursday, shooting 1-of-9 from beyond the arc. Over his last two games, the 76ers’ guard has shot 2-of-14, a far cry from his 39.0 percent mark for the season. However, Maxey shot 10-of-13 from inside the arc on Thursday, and he recorded 13 assists. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top-20 player in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid continues to look more like his vintage self, with Thursday’s game being his 11th this season with at least 30 points. The former league MVP was efficient as a scorer and playmaker while also recording a complete stat line. Embiid will look to finish Week 16 on a high note when the visit the Suns on Saturday.
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid is available after the 76ers listed him as questionable on the initial injury report. He’ll take on his usual starting center duties, with Adem Bona slotting in as the backup. As has been the case on most nights when all three are available, Andre Drummond may be the odd man out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Forward • #26
about 1 month ago
Barlow has been a revelation for the 76ers this season, playing well enough to earn a place in the starting lineup at the beginning of the season. With Paul George suspended for 25 games, Barlow has returned to the starting lineup. Converting him to a standard deal, which includes a team option for the 2026-27 season, ensures that Barlow is eligible to play in Thursday’s game against the Lakers.
Source: Adam Aaronson
PHI • • #
about 1 month ago
The 28th overall pick of the 2022 draft, Baldwin has failed to establish himself in the NBA. He was most recently on a 10-day deal with the Clippers in mid-January. His signing is more about the 76ers being able to use the remaining days of Dominick Barlow’s two-way contract. There’s no need to consider adding Baldwin in fantasy leagues.
Source: Derek Bodner
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Embiid sat out Tuesday’s win over the Warriors, as it was Philadelphia’s second game in as many nights. If he’s unable to play against the Lakers, Andre Drummond would get another start, with Adem Bona remaining in the backup role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHI • Center • #1
about 1 month ago
Drummond started with Joel Embiid (knee) out Tuesday against the Warriors. The 32-year-old center had 12 points and 11 rebounds in 29 minutes in the win. Drummond continues to be worth streaming in these spot-start scenarios.
PHI • • #
about 1 month ago
Edgecombe become the first 76ers rookie since Ben Simmons to have 25 points, seven rebounds, seven assists and two steals in a game. The 20-year-old guard carried the 76ers to a decisive victory over the Warriors, taking over the game at times in the second half. He’s provided seventh-round per game value this season. The 76ers’ road trip continues Thursday against the Lakers.
PHI • Center • #1
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game is the second in as many nights for the 76ers, so they won’t have Joel Embiid. Drummond moves into the starting lineup, which leaves Adem Bona in his usual backup center role.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHI • Center-Forward • #21
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game is the second in as many nights for the 76ers, so Embiid will not play. Andre Drummond and Adem Bona will handle the center responsibilities in the former MVP’s absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report