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LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
27 days ago
Smart’s absence on Tuesday will mark his eighth straight. With injuries to Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and now Smart, the Lakers’ backcourt depth is being tested. Luke Kennard and Jake LaRavia could start and see extended minutes, yet again.
Source: Justin Martinez
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
27 days ago
The Lakers are already without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, so playing without LeBron will severely reduce their chances of winning. If LeBron is out, Nick Smith Jr., Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt are all candidates to start in his place.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
27 days ago
Coulibaly missed Sunday’s game, which allowed Jamir Watkins to get the start in his place. Watkins will likely play a similar role if Coulibaly remains out; he scored 20 points in 44 minutes in Sunday’s loss.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
27 days ago
Champagnie could miss a second straight game, which would likely allow Julian Reese to get another start at center, with Anthony Gill playing the power forward minutes. Both players played over 40 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Nets.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
27 days ago
Vukčević has missed Washington’s last two games, which has led to Anthony Gill starting at center. Vukčević will start if he’s available, which would push Gill to the bench, though he will remain a starter if Vukčević is sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
27 days ago
Johnson missed Sunday’s game against Brooklyn, and there is a chance he remains out against Chicago. Leaky Black got the start on Sunday and swiped five steals and would likely remain in the starting unit if Johnson is sidelined again.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • • #
27 days ago
Making sense of the Wizards’ rotation in recent games proved a frustrating task for many fantasy managers, and Black is a prime example of this. One day removed from playing four minutes in a loss to the Heat, he was in the starting lineup on Sunday and logged 42 minutes against the Nets. Washington did not have Bilal Coulibaly or Tre Johnson, which factored into Black’s heavier workload. He didn’t shoot the ball particularly well, but Leaky did manage to record a career-high five steals. The Wizards play four games in Week 24 for those in active fantasy leagues, but pinpointing which will be good spots to stream Black may prove challenging.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
27 days ago
Dončić is out for the season with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. The 27-year-old consulted with Lakers doctors and his own medical team, according to Charania, and decided he’ll seek treatment in Europe in an effort to return to playing sooner. Presumably Dončić would be targeting a return early in the NBA Playoffs, though there’s still no timeline for his return.
Source: Shams Charania
LAL • Center • #11
27 days ago
The injuries suffered by Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have opened things up for the other Lakers in the rotation. That includes Hayes, who scored a season-high 23 points in 27 minutes off the bench. He outplayed starter Deandre Ayton (13 points, four rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot), who logged 20 minutes. Nights like Sunday have not been the norm for Hayes; if they were, he would be the starter. But he’s capable of delivering unexpected production on occasion.
LAL • Guard • #10
27 days ago
In defeat, Kennard had the most productive all-around game of his NBA career. Finishing with his first triple-double, the Lakers’ guard finished Sunday’s defeat with a new career-high in rebounds. This was Kennard’s first game with at least 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Lastly, according to Law Murray of The Athletic, he had never recorded a 10-rebound game and a 10-assist game in the same season. Performances like Sunday’s are highly unlikely to become the norm for Kennard, but injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves raised his ceiling for managers whose leagues are active in Week 24.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Power Forward • #28
27 days ago
Back in the starting lineup due to injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, Hachimura finished Sunday’s defeat with his first 20-point game since February 12. He did not offer much value beyond points, rebounds and three-pointers, but Hachimura has long been a better option for points leagues than category leagues. For those competing in leagues that will be active in Week 24, Hachimura is rostered in just 10 percent of Yahoo! leagues. He is worth adding, especially with the Lakers playing four games.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
27 days ago
With no Luka Dončić or Austin Reaves, the Lakers will need LeBron to do more of the heavy lifting offensively. He answered the call in Dallas, finishing one rebound shy of a triple-double. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, James finished with his first 30-point, 15-assist game of the season. The Lakers play four games in Week 24, starting with the Thunder on Tuesday. Fantasy managers rostering James in active leagues will be pleased with the schedule, but three of the four games are against teams that have qualified for the playoffs or Play-In Tournament.
LAL • Guard • #10
28 days ago
Already without Marcus Smart, the Lakers will have to finish the regular season without Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique) over the next 10 days. As a result, Kennard and Hachimura move into the starting lineup, and both are worth streaming due to the Lakers’ lack of depth.
Source: NBA Lineups
WAS • • #
28 days ago
Reese is on a two-way contract, but typically sees a good amount of minutes when the Wizards play him. On Sunday, the 22-year-old power forward started and led the team with 44 minutes against the Nets. Reese’s 16 rebounds made it his fourth game with at least 13 rebounds since the beginning of March. He continues to provide great value when starting.
WAS • Small Forward • #
28 days ago
Riley’s minutes and scoring have taken an uptick as the regular season comes to a close. The 20-year-old forward has played at least 32 minutes in each of the last four games and scored 30, 31, 18 and 20 points in those games. Riley had no blocks or steals, though, after recording five steals in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. The Wizards have four games in the final week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Bulls on Tuesday.
WAS • • #
28 days ago
The Wizards are without several players, forcing changes to the lineup that started Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Black and Reese will start, replacing Bilal Coulibaly and Tre Johnson.
Source: Washington Wizards
WAS • • #
28 days ago
The Wizards are without several players, forcing changes to the lineup that started Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Black, Watkins and Reese will start, replacing Bilal Coulibaly, Will Riley and Tre Johnson.
Source: Washington Wizards
LAL • Power Forward • #2
28 days ago
Vanderbilt’s sore right calf will not keep him out of Sunday’s game. While he does not share a position with Luka Dončić or Austin Reaves, their absences could create additional minutes for Vanderbilt as other players’ roles shift. However, he is not worth adding in fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
28 days ago
Vukčević will miss a second consecutive game, which likely means another start for Anthony Gill. Julian Reese may also be in the rotation, but he only played 10 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
28 days ago
Initially questionable, Johnson will not play on Sunday. The rookie’s absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup, and Jadeh Hardy is a potential replacement. However, whether he starts or comes off the bench, Hardy is worth a look, especially in points leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
28 days ago
Coulibaly, who has been dealing with bursitis in his right heel for a few games, played 25 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Leaky Black and Jamir Watkins should see their roles expand, especially with Tre Johnson and Julian Champagnie also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
28 days ago
Champagnie will sit after logging 21 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. Leaky Black should figure prominently in the Wizards’ rotation, especially with Bilal Coulibaly and Tre Johnson also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
28 days ago
Despite his right knee contusion, Champagnie played 21 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat, finishing with 12 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal. If he plays, there may be more minutes available, as starters Bilal Coulibaly and Tre Johnson are also questionable.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
28 days ago
Coulibaly, who continues to deal with bursitis in his right heel, played 25 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Heat. If he can’t go in Brooklyn, Justin Champagnie could move into the starting lineup. However, Champagnie is also considered questionable due to a right knee contusion.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
28 days ago
Johnson was also questionable ahead of Saturday’s loss to the Heat, a game in which he played 25 minutes. If the rookie can’t go on Sunday, Leaky Black may be in line for more playing time after logging four minutes in Miami.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center • #00
28 days ago
Vukčević did not play in Saturday’s loss to the Heat, resulting in Anthony Gill starting and playing 25 minutes. Fantasy managers can expect the same if Vukčević remains out. Julian Reese played only 10 minutes in Miami and is not worth the risk as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
28 days ago
Sunday’s game will be the fifth Sarr has missed due to left big toe capsulitis. If Tristan Vukčević can play, he’s likely to be in the starting lineup, with Anthony Gill serving as the backup. And in this scenario, Julian Reese could be made inactive.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #2
28 days ago
Vanderbilt is dealing with some soreness in his right calf. While he has not affected fantasy basketball this season, the Lakers will need all hands on deck for the foreseeable future due to their many injuries.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
28 days ago
Smart remains out for a seventh straight game as he continues to recover from a right ankle contusion. Jake LaRavia will get another start, and he has a higher fantasy ceiling with Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves also out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Point Guard • #
29 days ago
As many fantasy managers know by now, the silly season is going to churn out some unexpected stat lines. Cooper certainly qualifies, even if he’s reached double figures in six of his last nine appearances. Against the Heat, the Wizards guard matched his season-high in assists and recorded his second 20-point game of the season. Depending on who’s available for Sunday’s game against the Nets, Cooper may be worthy of a look in deep leagues.
WAS • Small Forward • #
29 days ago
Riley put forth the best offensive effort of his rookie season on Saturday, recording his first 30-point game. Add in the five steals, which were also a career-high, and Riley gave fantasy managers an excellent line to work with. And the Wizards still have another game to play in Week 23, as they visit the Nets on Sunday.
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
29 days ago
Coulibaly’s percentages weren’t very good, but he did provide fantasy managers with good value in the defensive categories. The five contributions on that end of the floor were the most in a game for him since March 22, when Bilal recorded three steals and two blocks in a loss to the Knicks. Washington plays once more in Week 23, as they host the Nets on Sunday. We’ll see what the injury report looks like, but Coulibaly’s lingering heel issue may keep him out.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
29 days ago
Reaves was injured early in Thursday’s loss to the Thunder. While he continued to play through the injury, the Lakers’ guard appeared to be a shell of himself. With Saturday’s update, the Lakers will finish the regular season without two of their best players, as Luka Dončić (hamstring) was also injured on Thursday. Rui Hachimura and Luke Kennard should take on bigger roles within the rotation, with one moving into the starting lineup.
Source: Mike Trudell
WAS • Power Forward • #16
29 days ago
The Wizards are without Tristan Vukčević and Alex Sarr for Saturday’s game. As a result, Gill will start at center, with Julian Reese as his backup. That’s the lone change to the lineup that started Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers.
Source: NBA Lineups
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
29 days ago
While Sarr will miss a fourth consecutive game, Vukčević played just 11 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers. The latter’s absence creates a spot in the starting lineup, with Julian Reese and Anthony Gill as potential replacements. Gill played 35 minutes on Wednesday and scored a career-high 21 points. When allowed to start, Reese can provide excellent value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
29 days ago
Added to the Wizards’ injury report on Friday night, Champagnie is set to play on Saturday. He played 21 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers and should take on a similar workload against the Heat.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
29 days ago
Coulibaly and Johnson are good to go after being considered questionable for Saturday’s game. Both are starters, but the playing time may be a concern. In Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers, Coulibaly played 19 minutes and Johnson played 24. Fantasy managers will hope that both play more in the Wizards’ penultimate game of Week 23.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward • #9
30 days ago
Due to a right knee contusion, Champagnie is a late addition to the Wizards’ injury report. If he can’t play, the impact of Champagnie’s absence would depend on the availability of Bilal Coulibaly, who is also questionable. Will Riley, who recently moved into the starting lineup, will have added importance if Champagnie and Coulibaly sit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
30 days ago
Dončić injured his left hamstring during Thursday’s loss to the Thunder and exited the game immediately. With the Lakers’ star done for the rest of the regular season, he’ll fall one game shy of the 65-game minimum to be eligible for postseason awards. More importantly, Dončić is out indefinitely, and it’s unknown if he’ll be healthy enough to play in the postseason. With Marcus Smart also out, Rui Hachimura is likely to move into the starting lineup. Friday’s injury news also puts more playmaking responsibilities on LeBron James and Austin Reaves.
Source: Mike Trudell
WAS • Center • #00
30 days ago
Vukčević is dealing with a right knee contusion. Due to Alex Sarr (toe) being out, Vukčević has started each of Washington’s last four games. If both can’t play on Saturday, Julian Reese is likely to be active, and he offers good value as a rebounder when allowed to start.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Center and Power Forward • #20
30 days ago
Sarr has missed Washington’s last three games, with Tristan Vukčević replacing him in the starting lineup. With Vukčević also considered questionable, the Wizards may be left to rely on Julian Reese and Anthony Gill at the center position.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Shooting Guard • #
30 days ago
Johnson, who has missed four of the Wizards’ last seven games, started and logged 24 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers. Even if the rookie is available, his playing time is likely to be limited. There’s no need for the Wizards to risk anything with their 2025 first-round pick.
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #0
30 days ago
Coulibaly has been dealing with tendinitis in his left heel for a few games, most recently sitting out Monday’s loss to the Lakers. While he was available for Wednesday’s loss to the 76ers, the Wizards’ wing only played 19 minutes. Jaden Hardy and Justin Champagnie are two players whose minutes may increase if Coulibaly sits.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
The Lakers’ 43-point loss on Thursday was the second-worst of James’ career, and the game wasn’t that close. Like most of the starters on the two teams, LeBron watched the entire fourth quarter from the bench. And he may be asked to do more of the heavy lifting, as Luka Dončić (hamstring) exited during the third quarter and Austin Reaves (back) was limited for most of his 27 minutes on the court. The Lakers end their Week 23 in Dallas on Sunday.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Reaves appeared to tweak something on the left side of his lower back early in Thursday’s game. While he did play 27 minutes, the Lakers’ guard appeared to be a shell of himself for most of the night. And with Luka Dončić leaving Thursday’s game with a left hamstring injury, the Lakers can’t afford to lose Reaves as well. The Lakers won’t play again until Sunday in Dallas, so Reaves will have a little more time to recover.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić injured his left hamstring during the third quarter of Thursday’s game, letting go of the basketball almost immediately afterward. While the Lakers’ star guard was able to walk off the court on his own, he did not look comfortable. Dončić still needs to play at least 20 minutes in one more game to be eligible for postseason awards. Still, the Lakers’ primary concern is whether this injury will affect his availability for the postseason. He will undergo an MRI on Friday morning to determine the severity of the injury.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game is the sixth that Smart has missed due to a right ankle contusion. Jake LaRavia will continue to start, which makes him worth a look in deeper fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Power Forward • #33
about 1 month ago
This was LaRavia’s fifth straight game as a starter, with the most recent start before that coming before the All-Star break. He had some solid stretches earlier this year, but March was a rough month for him. This was his only double-digit scoring game of the month, and it took him not missing a shot to reach that. He has been able to contribute more defensive stats as a starter, which gives him a little upside, but he hasn’t truly taken advantage of the extra minutes.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
Hachimura was pushed back to the bench for this game with Luka Dončić back in the lineup after serving a one-game suspension on Monday. Hachimura scored 14 points as a starter in that game and added 14 more in this one, though he didn’t contribute much in other categories, which has been the case all season. Hachimura is a strong rotation piece for the Lakers, but he shouldn’t be relied on in fantasy basketball.
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
After serving a one-game suspension on Monday for being assessed a 16th technical foul, Dončić was back in the lineup for the second leg of this back-to-back. The fresh legs allowed him to put together a third straight 40-point game while also shooting at least 50 percent from the floor in each game. He’s been effective from the free throw line as well, shooting 25-of-26 during this three-game stretch. Free throw percentage is typically a weakness, but he as been red-hot recently and will look to keep that going into Thursday’s game in Oklahoma City.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
LeBron was listed as questionable on the second night of this back-to-back, but he will be good to go. He had a triple-double on Monday and will look to stay hot against his hometown team.
Source: Khobi Price
LAL • Small Forward and Power Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Thiero has missed the last three games with a knee injury, but he will be available against Cleveland. However, even when available, he has rarely seen the floor this season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #36
about 1 month ago
Smart is still dealing with a right ankle contusion and will miss his fifth consecutive game on Tuesday. Jake LaRavia should continue to start with Smart still sidelined.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James is on the injury report as questionable with left foot injury management for Tuesday’s game against the Cavaliers, which is the second game of a back-to-back for the Lakers. LeBron had a triple-double in Monday’s win over the Wizards. If he’s ruled out Tuesday, Rui Hachimura could slide into the starting lineup.
LAL • Shooting Guard • #15
about 1 month ago
Despite not shooting the ball well, Reaves got to the line consistently, neared the 20-point mark, and finished as one of the Lakers’ best scorers on the evening. The versatile combo guard struggled with five turnovers, as well, but made up for his miscues by nearly reaching double figures in assists. Monday wasn’t one of Reaves’ best games, but it could be one that fantasy managers end up being satisfied with.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James upped his production on Monday in the absence of Luka Dončić, who missed the contest to serve a one-game suspension. In doing so, he led the Lakers in scoring, rebounding, and assists in his 33 minutes of action. James has mostly taken a back seat recently when the Lakers have operated at full health. However, it’s impressive that he can still flip the switch in Year 23 to deliver what is required of him in any given situation. He’ll have a chance to land another big performance on Tuesday against the Cavaliers.
LAL • Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Kennard was one of many Lakers to produce offensively against the Wizards. He accounted for more than half of Los Angeles’ total three-pointers on the evening and finished as one of the team’s top scorers. Kennard is enjoying another strong shooting season from beyond the arc. He doesn’t often provide much impact elsewhere, however. Still, he’s capable of some big nights if he gets enough shots up from deep.
LAL • Power Forward • #28
about 1 month ago
The Lakers won’t have Luka Dončić for Monday’s game, as he is serving a one-game suspension for accumulating 16 technical fouls. Hachimura moves into the starting lineup, while the Lakers will look to Reaves and James to handle the playmaking.
Source: Law Murray
LAL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #77
about 1 month ago
Dončić picked up his 16th technical foul of the season during the third quarter of Friday’s win over the Nets, which triggered an automatic one-game suspension. As a result, he will sit out Monday’s game against the Wizards. Who fills the void in the lineup depends on Marcus Smart, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury. If Smart can play, he would fill the void with Jake LaRavia remaining in the starting five.
Source: NBA Communications
LAL • Center • #11
about 1 month ago
Hayes had his best defensive night of the season on Friday, with the five blocks being one shy of his career-high. As a result, he played 26 minutes while starter Deandre Ayton (nine points, seven rebounds, one steal and three blocks) logged 22. Hayes remains a player who should only be in fantasy lineups on nights when Ayton is not available, but he should be applauded for his performance on Friday.