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CHA • Power Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Thursday’s game will be the third that Salaün has missed due to illness. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the second-year forward has played limited minutes when available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Forward • #26
about 1 month ago
The goal of this transaction was for the Celtics to get out of the luxury tax. Tillman was out of the Celtics’ rotation for most of this season, averaging 7.9 minutes per game in 14 appearances. His fantasy outlook won’t change in Charlotte.
Source: Shams Charania
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
White was Charlotte’s big addition at the trade deadline, but they’ll wait at least four more games before he debuts to avoid any further issues with the calf that has given him trouble all season. Sion James and Josh Green should see a temporary boost in minutes until White debuts.
Source: Rod Boone
CHA • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Branham was traded to Dallas as part of the Anthony Davis trade, but now he’ll be back in the Southeast division. Branham should be a solid depth scorer, though with Charlotte trying to push for the postseason, he likely won’t play enough minutes to make much of an impact.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
This move was likely for Philadelphia to convert Dominick Barlow to a standard deal, though Memphis will add some draft capital in the process. Gordon is certainly a buyout candidate, and if he sticks around in Memphis, he won’t be part of the rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Power Forward • #45
about 1 month ago
Jackson started and played 27 minutes against the Kings on Wednesday. The 21-year-old power forward could be one of the main beneficiaries of the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade as he’s consistently shown he can produce when given the opportunity. Jackson has scored in doubled figures in six of his last seven games. He and the rest of the Grizzlies take on the Trail Blazers on Friday.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
While Jerome continues to start, he’s only playing about 20 minutes per game right now. The 28-year-old point guard is still putting up the numbers. Jerome had at least 19 points and at least six assists in his last two games before dropping 28 points with seven assists against the Kings on Wednesday. The Grizzlies have two more games this week, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on the road on Friday.
CHA • Point Guard • #21
about 1 month ago
Signed to a one-year deal last offseason, Jones struggled to fit in, even with the Magic losing Jalen Suggs on multiple occasions due to injury. Given Charlotte’s logjam on the perimeter, this may not be the final destination for him, either via another trade or the buyout market after the deadline.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Pippen is closing in on a return to action, but he isn’t ready yet. Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer will continue to handle the point guard duties, and both players are worth rostering in fantasy leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Aldama is back after a four-game absence. While his minutes will be restricted, the Grizzlies are playing their first game since trading Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale. And with Zach Edey still out with an ankle injury, Aldama is worth slotting into lineups despite the restriction.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
CHA • Point Guard • #25
about 1 month ago
Simpson last appeared in a game on December 18. His continued absence will not affect the Hornets’ rotation or fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward • #31
about 1 month ago
Salaün has missed Charlotte’s last two games, coinciding with Grant Williams being available. Since the Hornets have Williams in the fold, it’s doubtful that Salaün gets the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball. In fact, the second-year forward isn’t guaranteed to be in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Conley was traded to Chicago on Tuesday, but reports indicated that he wouldn’t stick around. One day later, and he’s now in Charlotte. If he remains with the Hornets, he’ll provide a veteran presence in the locker room for a team that is trying to return to the postseason. That is good for Charlotte, but it doesn’t leave Conley with enough minutes for fantasy managers to consider him as an option.
Source: Shams Charania
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Numerous teams were interested in making a move for White, and Charlotte has won the sweepstakes. With Sexton heading to Chicago, White will likely fill out the sixth man role that Sexton previously occupied and should start when LaMelo Ball comes off the bench during back-to-backs. This isn’t an ideal landing spot for White from a fantasy perspective, though he should still play enough minutes to provide some value.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Assigned to the Grizzlies’ G League affiliate last week, Pippen is closing in on making his first appearance of the season. Like Ty Jerome, he’ll likely be under a minutes restriction once cleared to play. The doubtful tag suggests that Pippen ultimately won’t play in Sacramento, but the status represents a step in the right direction.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Aldama has missed Memphis’ last four games, but this is the first in which he’s been listed as questionable. With the Grizzlies trading Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale on Tuesday, he’ll play plenty if cleared to go against the Kings.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
Niang, whom the Jazz signed to a one-year deal during the offseason, has yet to appear in a game this season due to a stress reaction in his left foot. His addition to the Grizzlies roster won’t affect fantasy basketball, as he does not have a timeline to return to action.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Small Forward and Power Forward • #20
about 1 month ago
After 20 games in his first season with the Jazz, Anderson is going from one rebuild to another. Due to the limited playing time when he was active, Slo-Mo did not affect fantasy basketball in Utah. And that may not change in Memphis, despite this being his second stint (2018-22) with the franchise.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Power Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Injuries marred Hendricks’ first two seasons, the second of which consisted of just three games due to a broken leg. The 2023 lottery pick has appeared in 33 games this season, but he was unable to work his way back into the starting lineup after beginning the 2024-25 campaign in that role. However, the move to Memphis may give Hendricks a better chance of carving out a concrete role, as the Grizzlies appear to be pivoting toward a rebuild. If so, Hendricks should have increased value during the silly season.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Power Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Injuries marred Hendricks’ first two seasons, the second of which consisted of just three games due to a broken leg. The 2023 lottery pick has appeared in 33 games this season, but he was unable to work his way back into the starting lineup after beginning the 2024-25 campaign in that role. However, the move to Memphis may give Hendricks a better chance of carving out a concrete role, as the Grizzlies appear to be pivoting toward a rebuild. If so, Hendricks should have increased value during the silly season.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Center • #2
about 1 month ago
Landale will join Jackson Jr., John Konchar and Vince Williams Jr. in Salt Lake City as Walter Clayton Jr., Taylor Hendricks, Kyle Anderson and three first-round picks go to Memphis. Landale will provide depth at a crowded position in Utah, and unless additional moves are made to clear that logjam, his role will take a major blow with the change of scenery.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
The 18th overall pick in last summer’s draft, Clayton did play rotation minutes for the Jazz this season. However, with Keyonte George making significant strides in terms of his ability to run a team and Isaiah Collier also in the fold, fantasy relevance was going to be incredibly difficult for the rookie to achieve. Depending on what the Grizzlies do with Ja Morant, either before the trade deadline or in the summer, Clayton could be an important piece as part of a rebuild if Memphis chooses that path. Based on Tuesday’s transaction, a complete rebuild may be the more likely option.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 1 month ago
The 18th overall pick in last summer’s draft, Clayton did play rotation minutes for the Jazz this season. However, with Keyonte George making significant strides in terms of his ability to run a team and Isaiah Collier also in the fold, fantasy relevance was going to be incredibly difficult for the rookie to achieve. Depending on what the Grizzlies do with Ja Morant, either before the trade deadline or in the summer, Clayton could be an important piece as part of a rebuild if Memphis chooses that path. Based on Tuesday’s transaction, a complete rebuild may be the more likely option.
Source: Shams Charania
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 month ago
Williams was pushed back to the bench after starting the Grizzlies’ last game, but that didn’t stop him from having a productive night. He was one of seven players to score in double figures for Memphis, including three from off the bench. Williams matched his season high for scoring, and he was still able to contribute value in other categories. Williams hasn’t been productive like this in a while, so this doesn’t make him worth rostering in standard leagues.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Jerome remained on a minutes restriction, but that hasn’t stopped him from producing incredible value. Through two games, he is averaging 19.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 7.0 assists and 2.0 triples in just 20 minutes per game while shooting 54.5 percent from the floor. The absence of Ja Morant has allowed Jerome to immediately start after missing the first three months of the season, and he should be considered a must-roster player now. He’ll look to stay hot in Sacramento on Wednesday.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Following a one-game absence with a quad injury, Jackson returned to the lineup against Minnesota. That was enough to help snap a six-game losing streak. This was Jackson’s fourth 30-point game of the season, and this was a new career high for free throws made in a game without a miss. He wasn’t able to supply as many defensive stats as he typically does, but the added impact on offense helped make up for that. It was a slow start to the year, but Jackson has been a fantasy star in recent weeks.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
JJJ missed Saturday’s game against Minnesota, but after being upgraded to probable earlier in the day, he will officially be available for the rematch. Vince Williams Jr. should return to the bench, and GG Jackson will lose out on minutes after a productive outing on Saturday.
Source: Grizzlies PR
CHA • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Ball took a hit to the face early in this game after both he and head coach Charles Lee went for a ball that was going out of bounds. Ball went to the locker room, but he was able to return and push Charlotte’s winning streak to seven games. Ball hasn’t been the only reason for Charlotte’s recent success, but he has only missed three games since November, which is a great development for him. They continue to manage his minutes, which has allowed him to stay available. That limits his impact in the box score, but he’s still able to be more productive that most players in limited action.
CHA • Power Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Williams has played a solid role off the bench since making his season debut on Jan. 10, but he hasn’t contributed much in the box score. However, he was able to have his first double-digit scoring outing of the season in this game. Williams isn’t a player to consider rostering in most leagues at this time, and he has never been a strong option in fantasy basketball throughout his career. However, considering he missed 14 months due to a torn ACL, it was good to see him play this well.
CHA • Center • #
about 1 month ago
Kalkbrenner was the more impactful center for Charlotte early in the year, but recently, Moussa Diabaté has been starting and far more productive. However, that wasn’t the case in this game. Diabaté played 28 minutes to Kalkbrenner’s 18, but he only finished with two points, nine rebounds and two assists, while Kalkbrenner came close to a double-double and made an impact as a shot blocker. Kalkbrenner is a difficult player to use a roster spot on at this time, but it is good to see that he can still be productive in a limited role from time to time.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Though Ball’s injury appears to be minor, fantasy managers should keep an eye on his playing time for the rest of the game and check to see if he shows up on the injury report ahead of Thursday’s matchup with the Rockets.
Source: Hornets PR
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
JJJ sat out Saturday against Minnesota, but he’s expected to take the court for Monday’s rematch, which should diminish GG Jackson’s role. Jackson Jr. has averaged 20.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.7 blocks and 1.7 triples across his last 10 outings.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Inclement weather, which prevented the Spurs from getting back to Texas after losing on Saturday in Charlotte until mid-afternoon Sunday, is the reason for the time change. Fantasy managers with Pelicans or Hornets on their rosters will need to set their lineups a few hours earlier than they may have planned.
Source: NBA Communications
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #46
about 1 month ago
Due to an anterior triangle contusion, Konchar will miss a second consecutive game. His absence led to Olivier-Maxence Prosper playing rotation minutes off the bench, but there’s no need to consider streaming O-Max.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game will be the fourth straight game Aldama has missed due to right knee injury management. Jock Landale has moved into the starting lineup, and more minutes have become available for GG Jackson. While the latter’s fantasy value depends in part on Jaren Jackson Jr.'s availability, the former is a relatively safe streaming option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Jackson sat out Saturday’s loss to the Timberwolves with a left quad contusion. The 26-year-old power forward is still questionable with the same injury Monday. GG Jackson, who had a 19/4/5 line Saturday, should be worth streaming again in deeper leagues if Jackson is ruled out.
CHA • Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Green is dealing with a sprained right thumb, but the probable tag suggests that he’ll be available on Monday. That said, he’s unlikely to get the minutes needed to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Rust? What rust? Saturday’s game was Jerome’s first after suffering a calf strain during the preseason. And the minutes limit didn’t matter, as the Grizzlies guard was highly productive in his 20 minutes on the floor. Cam Spencer (5/3/5/2 with one three-pointer) played 25 minutes off the bench, but Jerome’s immediate insertion into the starting lineup is a concern for those who held onto the second-year guard. Memphis’s four-game Week 16 includes a back-to-back, so Jerome may be limited to three games. That said, fantasy managers should add him immediately.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Wells has hit double figures in six of his last seven games, a solid way for the second-year wing to finish January after starting the month slowly. For fantasy managers, the hope is that Wells can get back to the level he reached in December, when he averaged 14.3 points on 45 percent shooting and hit double figures in 11 of 12 games. Given the way in which the Grizzlies are trending, seeing what Wells can offer offensively when given more freedom may become a priority after the All-Star break.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Making his Grizzlies’ debut on Saturday, Jerome will do so as a starter. However, head coach Tuomas Iisalo said during his pregame availability that the guard will be under a strict minutes limit. Cam Spencer heads to the bench, but Jerome’s minutes limit preserves the second-year guard’s streaming value. The other change is Williams, who steps in for the injured Jaren Jackson Jr.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #46
about 1 month ago
Konchar joins a host of other Grizzlies on the sidelines for Saturday’s game. While his production has not affected fantasy basketball, Konchar’s absence means that more minutes are available to Olivier-Maxence Prosper. O-Max is not worth the risk in redraft leagues, so leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
about 1 month ago
Jackson will miss Saturday’s game with a left quad contusion. With Santi Aldama also out, the Grizzlies will likely look to GG Jackson to play extended minutes. Due to Memphis’s lack of depth, he’s worth the risk in deeper leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Jerome is good to go for Saturday’s game, which will be his first of the season. Given the amount of time that Jerome has missed, his playing time will likely be restricted in his Grizzlies’ debut. Cam Spencer has been Ja Morant’s replacement in the starting lineup, and that’s unlikely to change anytime soon.
Source: Damichael Cole
CHA • Center • #14
about 1 month ago
Facing countryman Victor Wembanyama, Diabaté held his own on Saturday. In addition to recording his third double-double in five games and 13th of the season, the Hornets’ forward/center’s six assists were a season-high. Rostered in 25 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Diabaté appears to have locked down the starting center job. Even with the Hornets playing three games in Week 16, now is the time to add Moussa if he’s sitting on the waiver wire.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
While Ball didn’t have the best day shooting the basketball, including a 3-of-9 afternoon from inside the arc, his work as a playmaker helped the Hornets extend their win streak to six games. During the run, the Hornets’ point guard’s assist-to-turnover ratio has been excellent, with Ball recording 47 assists and 17 turnovers. He’s shooting just 36.5 percent from the field over the last two weeks, which has negatively affected Ball’s fantasy value. That said, fantasy managers should be encouraged by the decrease in turnovers.
CHA • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Having totaled 24 points on 8-of-27 shooting in his three prior appearances, Sexton needed a day like Saturday to snap out of his mini-slump. The Hornets guard was a perfect 5-on-5 from beyond the arc, knocking down two within the first three minutes of the fourth quarter. With Charlotte’s perimeter starters being healthy, Sexton offers limited fantasy value. But he’s capable of providing a spark off the bench, which was the case on Saturday.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Miller and the Hornets have now won six consecutive games, the franchise’s longest win streak since March 2016. And he’s been on a roll recently, scoring at least 20 points in 10 straight games. Another impressive streak for Miller is that he’s made his last 38 free throws. Over the past two weeks, he has provided first-round per-game value in 12-team leagues. The Hornets play three games in Week 16, starting with the Pelicans on Monday.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
With Jerome listed as questionable, this is as close as he’s been to making his season debut. While his return may result in fewer minutes for Cam Spencer and Vince Williams Jr., both will remain in the rotation. Also, look for Jerome’s playing time to be restricted, given the time missed.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 1 month ago
Aldama will remain out for another game, now having missed three straight and five of the Grizzlies’ last six games. Jock Landale has moved into the starting lineup, and he’s worth rostering, especially with Jaren Jackson Jr. (quad) considered doubtful for Saturday night.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
CHA • Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Green was initially listed as probable for Saturday’s game, so the upgrade was expected. While he’ll be part of the rotation due to his defense, the 2020 first-round pick is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Power Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
Williams missed Thursday’s game, but he will return to take on San Antonio. That was the second night of a back-to-back, so it isn’t surprising that he was out after missing over a year of games. He’ll be back playing a reserve role down low, which hasn’t yielded much fantasy production.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Shooting Guard • #10
about 1 month ago
Green has popped up on the injury report with an Achilles issue, but it isn’t expected to keep him on the sidelines. This game has been moved up from 3 p.m. eastern to noon eastern due to expected inclement weather, so fantasy managers should adjust their lineups earlier than usual.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Bridges has had some rough performances in January, but this was a solid one. He came close to recording a triple-double, and he was able to contribute on the defensive end, which he hasn’t been able to do often this year. He had shot better than 50 percent in three straight games prior to this one, and he’ll look to get back to his hot shooting ways against the Spurs on Saturday.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Miller’s start to the season wasn’t pretty, but he has flipped the switch recently. This was his ninth straight game with at least 20 points, and he has shot at least 50 percent from the floor in five straight games. This wasn’t his best performance of the stretch, but he has been on another level offensively, which has led to elite production for fantasy managers. He’ll look to stay hot against the Spurs on Saturday to wrap up the week.
CHA • Small Forward • #
about 1 month ago
Knueppel may not have been able to match his former teammate Cooper Flagg’s 49 points, but his performance was still strong. He set career highs for both points and three-pointers and was incredibly efficient while doing it. Not many perimeter-oriented rookies are as efficient as Knueppel has been this season, which has allowed him to make a big impact in fantasy basketball. He’ll look to carry this hot shooting into Saturday’s matchup with the Spurs.
CHA • Power Forward • #2
about 1 month ago
The Hornets have been cautious with Williams as he returns from offseason knee surgery. He’s averaging just under 19 minutes per game over the last two weeks, so his role isn’t a huge one to fill. Charlotte will likely give more minutes to Tidjane Salaun.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Miller’s stellar play continued on Wednesday. He was great from behind the three-point line and used his production there to help extend his streak of double-digit scoring performances to eight games. The third-year forward wasn’t a major contributor across any other statistical category, but his recent run as a scorer should leave many optimistic about what his future could look like.
CHA • Center • #14
about 1 month ago
Diabaté did a little bit of everything for the Hornets in what ended up being arguably his best game as an NBA player. He was accurate from the floor in his 33 minutes of game action and all over the glass, leaving him just shy of a 20-point, 20-rebound performance. Additionally, the fourth-year center provided fantasy managers with a few stocks, helping boost his final stat line in the win. Diabaté continues to play well for Charlotte.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
Bridges played just 28 minutes on Wednesday and, despite not generating many shot attempts, he scored efficiently and finished as one of two starters to log 20 or more points. More than half of his scoring production came from beyond the arc, which keyed his success on the offensive end of the floor. The veteran forward did a little bit on the glass, but not too much else in this game. He’ll next take the floor against the Mavericks on Thursday.
CHA • Center • #
about 2 months ago
Due to Monday’s game being a blowout, Kalkbrenner (26 minutes) played more than starter Moussa Diabaté (12 points and five rebounds in 20 minutes). The rookie finished one rebound shy of a double-double, and the overall production was excellent. Kalkbrenner’s fantasy ceiling is lower than it was earlier this season since he’s coming off the bench, but the 7-foot-1 center is still playing consistent rotation minutes.