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PHX • Center • #5
13 days ago
After logging 22 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, Williams was held out of Friday’s win over the Warriors. Oso Ighodaro played 26 minutes as the starting center, with the Suns going small for extended periods. Given the matchup, there may be more minutes available to Khaman Maluach if Williams remains out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
13 days ago
One week removed from injuring his hamstring during an April 10 loss to the Lakers, Allen did not play in Friday’s win over the Warriors despite being announced as available. Haywood Highsmith played 10 minutes off the bench; he’s likely to be the odd man out if Allen can play on Sunday’s series opener in Oklahoma City.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
14 days ago
Goodwin was impressive in Friday’s victory on both ends of the floor. On offense, he took advantage of his looks from beyond the arc and made over half of his seven attempts to nearly reach the 20-point mark. He also secured four offensive boards and tallied a couple of assists. But what really stood out on this night was his work on defense, where he changed the game with his outstanding disruptiveness. Goodwin nearly accounted for half of Phoenix’s 14 steals before finishing the game just one rebound shy of a double-double. Goodwin did it all for the Suns on Friday and will have a chance to put up similar production on Sunday against the Thunder.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
14 days ago
Booker logged a fairly balanced performance as Phoenix’s lead guard. He shot inefficiently from beyond the arc but repeatedly worked his way to the line to help reach the 20-point mark. Meanwhile, he took on the role of lead playmaker, which nearly led him to a points-assists double-double. The veteran combo guard didn’t deliver any major counting stats. However, he took a very calculated approach, which allowed him to finish with a team-high plus-25 on the evening. He’ll have a chance to log another strong outing on Sunday in Game 1 against the Thunder.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
14 days ago
Green was exceptional on Friday to help the Suns clinch a spot in the playoffs. The first-year Sun accounted for nearly half of his team’s 18 triples, and missed only six shots en route to totaling a game-high 36 points. He also contributed as a facilitator and amassed five stocks on the defensive end of the floor. Phoenix will take the floor in less than 48 hours to face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, where Green will look to stay hot.
PHX • Power Forward • #4
14 days ago
With Mark Williams out due to a foot injury, Ighodaro will get the start. The second-year big man averaged 6.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game during the regular season and could play an important role in helping the Suns extend their season and earn a playoff matchup against the Thunder.
Source: Phoenix Suns
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
14 days ago
Allen will return to the lineup after missing the Play-In Tournament loss to the Trail Blazers. His return will provide Phoenix with one of its best three-point shooters with the season on the line. Allen averaged 16.5 points per game during the regular season.
Source: John Dickinson
LAL • Center • #11
14 days ago
Hayes hasn’t taken the floor since April 5 against the Mavericks, as a foot injury has kept him on the sidelines. However, the injury-hit Lakers get a bit of good news on Friday, as the athletic center’s name is no longer on the injury report. He’ll likely come off the bench in his return.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center • #5
14 days ago
The Suns will be without their starting center on Friday, with their season on the line. Williams played 22 minutes in the Play-In Tournament loss to the Trail Blazers. In his absence, Oso Ighodaro will likely fill in as Phoenix’s starting center.
Source: Anthony Slater
PHX • Center • #5
15 days ago
Williams, who sat out the Suns’ last regular-season game, logged 22 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Trail Blazers. Oso Ighodaro was his replacement in the starting lineup on most nights during the regular season, and that should remain the case on Friday if Williams can’t play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
15 days ago
Allen injured his hamstring during the Suns’ penultimate game of the regular season, an April 10 loss to the Lakers. According to Ott, the veteran guard’s availability for Friday’s Play-In Tournament game against the Warriors will depend on whether he can sprint. Royce O’Neale and Collin Gillespie take on added importance in their respective roles with Allen unavailable.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #9
17 days ago
Brooks had a positive impact in his 37 minutes on Tuesday before fouling out late in the fourth quarter. While on the floor, he was a pest defensively, as shown in his four steals, but also repeatedly made momentum-building shots while the Suns led. Despite taking only 10 shots on the evening, the veteran forward finished as one of three Suns players to tally at least 20 points. Phoenix will hope Brooks can be productive again on Friday against the winner of Wednesday’s Warriors-Clippers matchup.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
17 days ago
Green was Phoenix’s best scorer on a night that he logged a team-high 39 minutes. He was cold from the three-point line but made up for his inefficiency from beyond the arc by dazzling in the paint and finding production in the midrange. Green, however, did commit five turnovers in the process. Still, his positives outweighed the negatives on this night, and he’ll have another opportunity to help Phoenix get into the playoffs on Friday when it faces the winner of Wednesday’s Clippers-Warriors game.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
17 days ago
Booker had an off night on Tuesday, as he saw his streak of 30-point performances end at three games. He struggled overall from the field, missed the mark on both of his three-point attempts, and missed five free throws along the way. The veteran scorer played 38 minutes, despite dealing with foul trouble, but failed to make his usual impact. Still, he’ll have an opportunity to bounce back on Friday when the Suns take on the winner of Wednesday’s Clippers-Warriors matchup.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
17 days ago
Booker is back after missing the final two regular-season games. His return gives Phoenix its leader and clear-cut No. 1 scoring option. The Suns have played well this season and could earn a playoff spot with a win over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, whom they had a 2-1 record against during the regular season.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
17 days ago
Tuesday’s absence marks Allen’s second straight missed game due to a hamstring injury. Without him, the Suns won’t have the services of one of their best and most reliable three-point shooters. His scoring and floor spacing off the bench will be missed, but Royce O’Neale could provide similar production in that specific role.
Source: Gerald Bourguet
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
18 days ago
Allen suffered a left hamstring injury during Friday’s loss to the Lakers and hasn’t played since. The 30-year-old small forward was replaced in the lineup by Royce O’Neale, which could be the case again if Allen is ruled out on Tuesday.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
18 days ago
Shams notes that Dončić and Austin Reaves (oblique) are unlikely to be available for the Lakers’ first-round series against the Rockets. Filling the void left by LA’s superstars will be no easy task, and the Lakers will tackle the issue using a platoon approach. Luke Kennard, Jake LaRavia and Rui Hachimura should be the next men up in the rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
LAL • Power Forward • #28
19 days ago
Hachimura has been on a hot streak recently, having scored in double figures in five straight games. However, this was his best game of the stretch, as it was his highest-scoring outing since January and his first double-double of the season. With the status of Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) up in the air, Hachimura will be a vital piece for the Lakers against the Rockets in the first round.
LAL • Center • #2
19 days ago
It has been an up-and-down first year with the Lakers for Ayton, but he ended the regular season on a high note. This was his first 20-point double-double in a month, and he was also able to make an impact as a shot blocker. The health of Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves are the two biggest questions for the Lakers right now, but Ayton will also be a big factor for them. He’ll be matched up with Alperen Sengun in the first round of the playoffs, with Game 1 scheduled for Saturday.
LAL • Small Forward • #4
19 days ago
Knecht hasn’t played much during his second season in the league, but he got the opportunity in the blowout win. He took advantage and stuffed the stat sheet, but he’ll likely be back on the bench for the playoffs. Still, this was a productive game for him, and it may lead to a team being interested in making a trade for him this offseason, which is the clearest path to him being a rotation player.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #
19 days ago
The summer league star hasn’t played much during his rookie season, but with the Suns locked in as the seventh seed, he played 29 minutes off the bench, which led to the best offensive performance of his career. Brea showed a ton of scoring potential this summer, which is why Phoenix added him with the 41st pick. He likely won’t see the floor during the postseason, but this was an encouraging performance for him.
PHX • Center • #
19 days ago
Maluach hasn’t seen the floor much during his rookie season, but over their last three games, he has played a significant role in two of them. He grabbed 14 rebounds in each, and he averaged 2.5 blocks during them, but he was much better offensively in this one. He set a new career high for scoring and knocked down multiple triples. Maluach won’t turn 20 until September and still has loads of upside. He isn’t ready to contribute for the Suns right now, but he is worth stashing in dynasty formats.
PHX • Point Guard • #
19 days ago
Bouyea got the starting nod in Game 82 with Phoenix having already clinched the seventh seed in the West. He took advantage of the opportunity and stuffed the stat sheet in a big way to lead the Suns to victory. Bouyea has had some productive outings this season, but he hasn’t seen more than a few minutes per game when this team is healthy. Don’t expect to see Bouyea on the floor much during the postseason.
PHX • Small Forward • #0
19 days ago
Dunn got his second straight start with the Suns locked into the seventh seed in the West. He was held to just one point in Friday’s loss to the Lakers, but he was much better in this game against the OKC backups. Dunn has been a solid rotation piece through the year, but he was mothballed in April. Dunn won’t produce to this level often, but it was a good reminder that he can still contribute for fantasy managers when he gets the chance.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
19 days ago
James was initially listed as questionable as he continues to manage a foot injury. While the 41-year-old forward is available, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see the Lakers prioritize getting LeBron some rest as the game goes on.
PHX • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #30
19 days ago
Goodwin joins the long list of Suns rotation players who won’t be available for Sunday’s regular-season finale. Rasheer Fleming and Amir Coffey are two players whose minutes should increase due to the absences.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Small Forward and Power Forward • #24
19 days ago
Highsmith hasn’t played since March 17 as he continues to manage a knee injury. The 29-year-old forward is available for the last game of the regular season and may see some minutes as the Suns rest other players ahead of the Play-In Tournament.
PHX • Center • #5
19 days ago
Williams will be sidelined for the season finale, which means Khaman Maluach may make a return to the starting unit. He had 14 rebounds and three blocks in 30 minutes as a starter on Wednesday.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
19 days ago
Green started the year battling injuries and somewhat fittingly will miss the last two games of the regular season with a sore right knee. Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Khaman Maluach could play significant minutes with the Suns missing multiple starters on Sunday.
PHX • Point Guard • #12
19 days ago
Gillespie will sit out the Suns’ final regular-season game, as the outcome will not affect the team’s playoff seeding. Jamaree Bouyea is likely to play significant minutes with Devin Booker and Jalen Green also out.
Source: Duane Rankin
LAL • Center • #11
19 days ago
Hayes will remain sidelined for a fourth straight game, which means the Lakers will turn to Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber for the backup center minutes. However, that hasn’t led to much production for either player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Shooting Guard • #8
19 days ago
Sunday’s transaction ensures that Smith will be available for the playoffs, a needed move since the Lakers are unlikely to have Luka Dončić (hamstring) or Austin Reaves (oblique) for the first round. The 27th overall pick in the 2023 draft, Smith has played between 11 and 13 minutes in each of the Lakers’ last three games, so this signing will not significantly affect the rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
20 days ago
Even with the Lakers still in play for the No. 3 seed in the West heading into the final day of the regular season, they may prioritize giving LeBron some rest, given the workload he has shouldered recently. As for Hayes, he has missed the Lakers’ last three games, resulting in more playing time for Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
20 days ago
While Booker, Brooks and O’Neale are sitting for injury-management reasons, Allen is out with a left hamstring injury he sustained during Friday’s loss to the Lakers. As for Saturday evening, the Suns were still listing the issue as a sore hamstring, but that’s something to keep an eye on ahead of Tuesday’s play-in game. Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Koby Brea are three wings who are in line to play rotation minutes on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Point Guard • #12
20 days ago
While Gillespie and Highsmith are questionable, their situations differ greatly. Gillespie has been a consistent presence in the Suns’ rotation, most recently starting Friday’s loss to the Lakers. If he can’t play, Jamaree Bouyea could move into the starting lineup. As for Highsmith, he has been out since March 17. The Suns may want to get him on the floor for a bit on Sunday, their last opportunity to play a game ahead of Tuesday’s Play-In Tournament matchup with the Trail Blazers or Clippers.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #4
20 days ago
While Green and Goodwin sat out Friday’s loss to the Lakers, Williams started and played 20 minutes. With the Suns having already secured the No. 7 seed, whichever regulars are available may not play much against the Thunder. This could be a game in which players like Rasheer Fleming, Amir Coffey and Khaman Maluach play significant minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Power Forward • #4
21 days ago
Ighodaro has reached double figures in rebounds twice in his last six appearances. The second-year center played 21 minutes off the bench on Friday, finishing two points shy of a double-double. With the Suns knowing their seeding for the Play-In Tournament, Sunday’s game against the Thunder may be one where young reserves like Ighodaro play more minutes than usual.
PHX • Small Forward • #00
21 days ago
O’Neale came off the bench on Friday, and his role may have become more important due to Grayson Allen’s hamstring injury. Allen, who went down during the second quarter, is expected to undergo imaging on Saturday to determine the severity of the injury. If he has to miss time, O’Neale’s role takes on added importance because of what he can bring to the table as a three-point shooter and defender.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
21 days ago
James recorded another career milestone on Friday, becoming the fourth player in NBA history to record at least 12,000 assists. He joins John Stockton, Chris Paul and Jason Kidd on that esteemed list. As for Friday’s victory, the 41-year-old continues to shoulder a heavier workload, with the Lakers not having Luka Dončić or Austin Reaves due to injury. James has recorded points/assists double-doubles in all three games he’s played since those two went down in Oklahoma City on April 2. The Lakers will be seeded no lower than fourth in the West, making it possible that LeBron sits out Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Jazz.
Source: NBA
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
21 days ago
Friday’s game was the first for Smart since March 21, and the veteran guard was used in a reserve role against the Suns. While he can be inconsistent at best as a scorer, Smart’s abilities as a perimeter defender make him an essential contributor for the Lakers. Especially with Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves not likely to be ready when the playoffs begin on April 18.
LAL • Guard • #10
21 days ago
With their win over the Suns, the Lakers still have a chance of being the No. 3 seed in the West. However, they would need a win over the Jazz on Sunday, combined with a Nuggets loss to the Spurs, to make that happen. Kennard looked sharp on Friday, and he’s reached double figures in all four games the Lakers have played since losing Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Once the playoffs begin, the Lakers will need consistent production from Kennard, likely at a higher level than in the last four games.
LAL • Guard • #10
21 days ago
Kennard has been cleared after he was initially listed as questionable with a finger injury. The 29-year-old shooting guard has taken on extra importance with the Lakers missing Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic. Kennard has eight and nine assists in his last two games, so managers can consider him a reliable source of assists once again Friday.
LAL • Center • #11
21 days ago
Hayes will miss a third straight game with this foot injury, which means Drew Timme, Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt will be the backup center options. Vanderbilt should be the only way that plays enough minutes to provide value, though none of them have contributed enough in the box score to be worth streaming in.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
21 days ago
Smart will be back following a nine-game absence, and the reinforcements for this depleted Lakers rotation will be helpful. Luke Kennard (finger) has been starting but is questionable for this game. Smart will likely replace him in the starting unit regardless of Kennard’s availability.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #10
21 days ago
Kennard has become a pivotal piece in the Lakers’ starting unit due to the absences of both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Marcus Smart will be back following a nine-game absence, which may push Kennard to the bench if he plays, though Smart will certainly occupy his starting spot if Kennard is out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Guard • #10
22 days ago
Kennard followed up his nine-assist performance with another great display of passing on Thursday. The veteran guard also tallied a season high in steals, accounting for over a quarter of the Lakers’ total. He has fit in nicely as a Laker since being traded from the Hawks ahead of the February trade deadline. He’ll likely return to a reserve role once the team’s key perimeter players return from injury. However, Kennard remains productive as a starter.
LAL • Center • #2
22 days ago
Ayton bounced back from a lackluster three-point performance on Tuesday to reach the 20-point mark on Thursday for the first time since March 12 against the Bulls. He hardly missed shots and did the majority of his damage in the paint. The former first-overall pick didn’t contribute in many other statistical categories, but his scoring production against the Warriors was important, as the Lakers gear up for the playoffs.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
22 days ago
The two California teams squared off on Thursday, and it was James who carried the Lakers to a comfortable win. The four-time Finals MVP picked his spots and converted efficiently as a scorer to lead the Lakers in total points. And when he wasn’t scoring, the veteran forward displayed the type of vision that’s made him such a unique player throughout his career. James worked the defensive glass fairly well, nearly well enough to tally another triple-double. He has taken control of the Lakers’ offense lately with the injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, and that should remain the case as long as they’re out of the lineup.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
22 days ago
Rui Hachimura enters the starting unit, replacing Drew Timme. The Lakers have lost three straight games, have recently dropped a spot in the Western Conference standings, and are currently the fourth seed. They’ll hope the lineup change can help get the team back in the win column.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
22 days ago
Smart will miss a ninth straight game as he recovers from an ankle injury. Jake LaRavia will continue to start, and he’ll need to offer greater production since Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves are also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Center • #11
23 days ago
Hayes will miss a second consecutive game as he deals with a sore left foot. Drew Timme, who logged 27 minutes as a starter in Tuesday’s loss to the Thunder, could shift into the backup center role. He would not be worth the risk in active fantasy leagues in that scenario since Deandre Ayton is available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
23 days ago
James is back after sitting out Tuesday’s blowout loss to the Thunder. His return will push Drew Timme to the bench, eliminating the former Gonzaga standout’s fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
23 days ago
Smart has missed the last eight games, but his upgrade to questionable gives him a chance to get on the floor to help an injury-hit Lakers team down the stretch of the regular season. Smart has fit in nicely during his first season in Los Angeles. If he plays, he’ll provide defense and three-point shooting.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #2
24 days ago
With LeBron James and Jaxson Hayes joining Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Marcus Smart on the sidelines for Tuesday’s game, Vanderbilt appeared well-positioned to play increased minutes. However, he lasted only one four-minute stint, with Lakers head coach JJ Redick benching the forward for the rest of the night. After the 123-87 defeat, Redick said it was a “confluence of things” that prompted him to pull Vanderbilt during the second quarter and not go back to him. Vanderbilt’s benching and his reaction to it are worth watching heading into the playoffs, but they won’t affect active fantasy leagues.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Power Forward • #
24 days ago
With LeBron James (foot) out and the Thunder starting Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein, Timme made his first start of the season on Tuesday. He played reasonably well, reaching double figures for the third time in 24 appearances. The Lakers’ final three games of the regular season include back-to-back games on Thursday and Friday, so it’s possible that Timme gets another start, or at the very least plays extended minutes.
LAL • Guard • #10
24 days ago
Given the absences from the Lakers’ lineup, fantasy managers in active leagues likely hoped for more scoring from Kennard. He attempted just seven shots, which was more about Oklahoma City’s defense than any hesitation on Kennard’s part. He was essentially the focus of their defensive efforts, limiting the guard’s scoring opportunities. However, Kennard recorded a game-high nine assists while shooting over 50 percent from the field. Getting LeBron James (foot) back for the final three games of the regular season would certainly help Kennard and the other Lakers.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
24 days ago
Hachimura shot the ball well from the field, making 70 percent of his attempts. The points and rebounds were solid, but the overall output was underwhelming, especially with the Lakers not having Luka Dončić (hamstring), Austin Reaves (oblique) or LeBron James (foot). With James considered day-to-day and the other two out until the playoffs at a minimum, the Lakers will need more production from Hachimura.
LAL • Center • #11
24 days ago
Absent from the Lakers’ initial injury report, Hayes is now out with a sore left foot. Jarred Vanderbilt’s playing time is likely to increase since LeBron James is also out, with Maxi Kleber also receiving a boost.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
24 days ago
James’ absence means all of LA’s Big 3 will watch this contest from the sideline. It’s unclear who will step up to fill the void, but the Lakers will need all hands on deck to pick up the slack using a committee approach.
Source: NBA Injury Report