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DAL • Point Guard • #
about 15 hours ago
For the first time since a January 10 loss to the Bulls, Nembhard was back in the Mavericks’ starting lineup on Friday. The rookie guard logged 27 minutes, the most in a game for him since that start against Chicago. While it’s challenging to put complete trust in Nembhard, even with the nine assists, he’ll have value for deep-league managers seeking assists during the silly season.
DAL • Small Forward • #
about 15 hours ago
After failing to crack the 20-point threshold in any of his prior five appearances, Flagg did so on Friday. The rookie recorded 25 points on good percentages, and category league managers will be pleased with the five assists as well. Dallas plays once more in Week 20, a Sunday rematch with the Cavaliers in Cleveland.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
about 15 hours ago
Spencer was back in the lineup after not playing on Thursday, playing 30 minutes as part of the Grizzlies’ starting backcourt. With Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) done for the season, Spencer has a higher fantasy ceiling moving forward, whether he starts or comes off the bench. Javon Small (23/3/3/2 with four three-pointers) qualifies as well, especially with the Grizzlies continuing to limit Ty Jerome’s minutes.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
about 15 hours ago
Jerome returned to the Grizzlies’ lineup after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Mavericks, and he was productive in his time on the floor. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, he was once again limited to 25 minutes, so his fantasy ceiling may be capped as long as that remains the case. Jerome should be rostered in 14-team leagues, and some 12-team leagues as well, but the upside is limited for injury-management reasons.
MEM • Power Forward • #0
about 17 hours ago
The only holdover from the lineup that started Thursday’s loss to the Mavericks is Prosper. Jerome, Spencer and Coward are back after not playing against Dallas, while Hendricks shifts from the bench to the starting lineup since GG Jackson is out.
Source: NBA Lineups
DAL • Point Guard • #
about 17 hours ago
The Mavericks are without P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford for Friday’s game, freeing two spots in the starting lineup. Nembhard and Bagley move into the starting five, with the latter offering a higher short-term fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #0
about 18 hours ago
Wells’ absence is of greater consequence to fantasy managers, due to his production and recent availability. Cedric Coward is available after sitting out Thursday’s loss to the Mavericks, and he should move into the starting lineup. Clayton’s continued absence means that Javon Small’s playing time is unlikely to take a hit.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Forward • #67
about 18 hours ago
Gibson is available to make his Grizzlies’ debut on Friday, and there may be room for him to play rotation minutes due to the team’s lack of healthy post players. Gibson is unlikely to affect fantasy basketball, so leave him on the waiver wire.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 18 hours ago
The Mavericks will be down two frontcourt starters for Friday’s game, as Washington and Gafford will not play the second game of the team’s back-to-back. Marvin Bagley III and Khris Middleton are potential replacements in the starting lineup, and both players would receive boosts to their fantasy values if promoted.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 18 hours ago
Marshall is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. With P.J. Washington out, Naji will figure more prominently in the Mavericks’ rotation, whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
about 21 hours ago
Marshall is dealing with left foot soreness and could sit out the second leg of the Mavs’ back-to-back set. If Marshall is ultimately sidelined, more minutes should be available for Caleb Martin and Khris Middleton.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
about 21 hours ago
Clayton Jr. will likely sit out a third straight game, but Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer are available after sitting out Thursday. Jerome and Spencer should pick up the slack in the backcourt, and Javon Small could earn some meaningful rotation minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #7
about 21 hours ago
Aldama will sit out again, and he has no timeline to return to the court. In his absence, Olivier-Maxence Prosper should remain with the starting five. Taj Gibson (conditioning) could see a couple of minutes if he’s available, but his role will be negligible at best.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Power Forward • #45
about 21 hours ago
Both players appeared in Thursday’s loss to the Mavericks, and both could end up sitting out the second leg of Memphis’ back-to-back set. If Jackson and Wells sit this one out, Cedric Coward and Taylor Hendricks could earn some additional run.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
about 21 hours ago
Spencer and Jerome were two of the numerous Grizzlies who sat out Thursday’s matchup with Dallas, but they should handle their typical workloads against Detroit. Javon Small and Jahmai Mashack could see fewer minutes with Spencer and Jerome available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward and Center • #25
about 22 hours ago
Washington joins Daniel Gafford (rest) on the injury report, and with both bigs expected to sit, Marvin Bagley III could draw a spot start, with Dwight Powell operating as Bagley III’s primary backup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
about 22 hours ago
Thompson will return for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set after resting on Thursday. He could be in line for some additional run with P.J. Washington (ankle) doubtful, but Thompson’s production has been hit-or-miss for most of the 2025-26 campaign.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
about 22 hours ago
Unsurprisingly, Gafford will likely be sidelined for the second leg of Dallas’ back-to-back set. With P.J. Washington (ankle) not expected to play either, Marvin Bagley III could handle a significant workload.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #1
1 day ago
Having missed the Grizzlies’ last three games with sesamoiditis in his right great toe, Pippen will now undergo a season-ending sesamoidectomy to address the issue. He underwent a similar procedure in October, which delayed the guard’s season debut until early February. Pippen only appeared in ten games this season, finishing with averages of 11.4 points, 2.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.9 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 21.2 minutes. With Ty Jerome having recently missed some games, Javon Small and Cam Spencer will have added fantasy value for the rest of this season.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #
1 day ago
Small was one of Memphis’ most productive players on Thursday. He fell just one point and one assist shy of a 20/10 double-double, and also finished as one of the Grizzlies’ most reliable three-point shooters on the evening. The rookie guard is now averaging 16.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists over his last three games. He’ll have a chance to land another strong performance on Friday against the Pistons.
MEM • Power Forward • #45
1 day ago
Jackson extended his streak of double-digit scoring performances to 13 games on Thursday, with efficient shooting leading him to finish as one of two Grizzlies with at least 20 points. He missed a couple at the line and was cold from beyond the arc, however, leaving some points on the floor. Jackson hasn’t consistently contributed in many other ways of late, but has shown the potential to be a good rebounder. He’ll likely remain one of the Grizzlies’ key contributors down the stretch of the season.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #0
1 day ago
Wells was active on both ends of the floor on Thursday. On offense, he was primarily a scorer, using the free-throw line and strong efficiency both inside and outside the arc to land good scoring production. He recorded a few stocks on the defensive end to boost his fantasy production before finishing with a solid final line in the loss. Wells continues to shoot the three-pointer well in his minutes. He shouldn’t be considered much more than a streaming option.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
1 day ago
Gafford continues to play some of his best ball of the season, posting a season-high in points on Thursday en route to a fourth straight double-double. The veteran center has been limited by injuries throughout the season, but is in good form as the fantasy basketball playoffs near. For those looking to take a low-risk, potentially high-reward swing, Gafford is rostered in only 26% of Yahoo! leagues.
DAL • Small Forward • #
1 day ago
Flagg was held under 20 points for the fifth straight game on Thursday, shooting below 40.0 percent from the field for a second consecutive time. The rookie forward has remained in a shooting slump since returning in early March from a foot sprain. He did, however, notch at least five rebounds and assists for the fifth time in as many games. But while his well-roundedness has provided a solid floor, fantasy managers hope he can find his touch and deliver some efficient, high-scoring performances.
DAL • Small Forward and Shooting Guard • #32
1 day ago
The veteran forward stole the show against Memphis, needing only 25 minutes off the bench to set a new season-high in points. The near-40-point outing came on efficient shooting, with a spectacular three-point display the key to his success. Thursday marked the first time he’d reached 30 points in a regular-season game since the 2022-23 season, when he was still playing for the Bucks. Middleton has now logged back-to-back games of at least 15 points and will have a chance to land a third on Friday against the Cavaliers.
MEM • Guard-Forward • #21
1 day ago
Wells and Prosper are the only holdovers in the Grizzlies’ starting lineup. Due to a host of absences, Small and Rupert will start, while Jackson is back in the lineup after coming off the bench in Tuesday’s loss to the 76ers. GG has replaced Taylor Hendricks, who will come off the bench.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
1 day ago
Coward is one of many Grizzlies rotation players who have been ruled out for Thursday’s game. His absence means more playing time for Rayan Rupert and Jahmai Mashack.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
1 day ago
Spencer will join Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Walter Clayton Jr. on the sidelines for this game, leaving Javon Small as the only healthy point guard option for Memphis. He should play a massive role, which should lead to plenty of production.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #
1 day ago
Clayton will miss a second straight game with this ankle injury, leaving Memphis incredibly shorthanded at point guard. Javon Small will be the only active point guard for the Grizzlies, meaning he should be productive in a massive role.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
1 day ago
Jerome was initially listed as doubtful, so his absence isn’t surprising. Javon Small will be the only healthy point guard available for Memphis in this game and should be in for a big night while playing big minutes.
Source: Grizzlies PR
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
1 day ago
As expected, Thompson will miss the first leg of this back-to-back, though he should return to play the Cavaliers on Friday. Caleb Martin should take on extra minutes off the bench, though he isn’t a strong fantasy option.
Source: Mavs PR
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
3 days ago
Spencer is dealing with lower back soreness. With the Grizzlies having already ruled out Scotty Pippen Jr. and listed Ty Jerome as doubtful, Spencer should play major minutes if he’s available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #1
3 days ago
Pippen will miss a third consecutive game as he continues to deal with sesamoiditis in his right great toe. Javon Small and, if available, Cam Spencer will play plenty, as the Grizzlies are unlikely to have Ty Jerome (calf) as well.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
3 days ago
The Grizzlies play on Thursday and Friday, so Jerome is highly unlikely to play both days. Javon Small is available and should play plenty, as Scotty Pippen Jr. has already been ruled out with a toe injury.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
3 days ago
Coward is on track to miss Thursday’s game for right knee injury management reasons. Jahmai Mashack and Rayan Rupert are players whose opportunities may increase if Coward does not play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
3 days ago
Clayton is on track to miss a second consecutive game due to a sprained right ankle. With Ty Jerome considered doubtful and Scotty Pippen Jr. out, the Grizzlies will likely turn to Javon Small to run the show on Thursday. He’s worth rolling the dice on in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
3 days ago
Thompson is on track to sit out Thursday’s game. His availability does not significantly affect fantasy basketball, but it does free up minutes for Caleb Martin. Martin is not a player who needs to be streamed when he is not in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
4 days ago
Gafford’s lack of consistent minutes has limited his impact in fantasy basketball this season, but he he been solid recently. This was his third straight double-double, and he has played 24.5 minutes per game during this stretch, which is a slight increase over his season average. He has always been a player that can do a lot in limited action, and if he continues to pour in the double-doubles, he’ll be worth rostering.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
4 days ago
Thompson has had some excellent games recently, though he did struggle in Toronto on Sunday. However, he has knocked down 18 three-pointers over his last four games and averaged 17.3 points in 23.1 minutes per game during that stretch. This has been a nice stretch for one of the best shooters in league history, but he hasn’t played a large enough role this season for him to be worth picking up off the waiver wire.
DAL • Small Forward • #
4 days ago
Flagg’s rough shooting stretch continued in this game. Over his four games since returning from an eight-game absence with a midfoot sprain, Flagg has shot 34.6 percent from the floor., though he has made up for it by averaging 16.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.0 steal and 1.8 blocks per game. He didn’t contribute any defensive stats in this one, but he did record a double-double and match his career high for rebounds. He’ll look to figure things out offensively in Memphis on Thursday.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
4 days ago
Jerome sat out the first leg of this back-to-back but was available and starting for this one. He played a season-high 23 minutes in his last appearance and surpassed that with 25 minutes in this one. They’ll continue to manage his minutes and games, but he has been fantastic when he’s been on the floor. Despite the restrictions, Jerome has been productive enough to be worth keeping around in standard leagues, though his upside will be capped.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 days ago
After sitting out Monday’s loss to Brooklyn, Coward returned to take on Philadelphia. Despite playing just 23 minutes, Coward was able to record a double-double, which included him matching his career high for boards in a game. Coward has had a strong rookie season, but his availability has been spotty, and his minutes have been limited when he has played. Don’t expect that to change with the Grizzlies tanking.
DAL • Small Forward • #13
4 days ago
The Mavericks have made a change to their starting lineup, with Marshall stepping in for Khris Middleton. The move into the first five raises Marshall’s fantasy ceiling, but the defensive output has been limited in recent games.
Source: Dallas Mavericks
MEM • Shooting Guard • #2
4 days ago
Jerome and Coward are back after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Nets. They’ll start with Javon Small and Cam Spencer being dropped to the bench. The third change to the lineup is Hendricks, who replaces GG Jackson.
Source: NBA Lineups
MEM • Point Guard • #
4 days ago
Clayton has been ruled out, but Ty Jerome will be back to occupy most of his minutes. Javon Small and Cam Spencer should also take on a few extra minutes with Clayton unavailable.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Power Forward • #7
4 days ago
Memphis’ injury report is lengthy, and with Aldama out again, Olivier-Maxence Prosper should continue to start and see meaningful minutes. Pippen Jr.'s continued absence means more run for Ty Jerome and Cam Spencer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #
4 days ago
Clayton Jr. is dealing with a right ankle sprain, though it’s possible the Grizzlies are taking a cautious approach with him on the second leg of a back-to-back set. Ty Jerome is back in action, so he should absorb Clayton Jr.'s minutes if the latter is ultimately sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 days ago
Coward and Jerome both sat out Monday’s loss to Brooklyn, but they’ll return to action for the second leg of Memphis’ back-to-back set. With a number of other Grizzlies banged up or sidelined, Coward and Jerome should be heavily involved against Philly.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
6 days ago
Interestingly, Flagg has made seven field goals in each of the three games he’s played since returning from a left midfoot sprain. Sunday’s game was the second straight in which he’s played 30 minutes, and the rookie recorded a complete stat line that included five defensive contributions. The Mavericks play four games in Week 20, starting with the Hawks on Tuesday.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
6 days ago
Count Gafford among the post players who have a clear idea where they’re at their best offensively. He did not miss a shot on Sunday, with all ten of his makes coming in the restricted area. Add in a free throw as part of a three-point play, and the result was a season-high point total. Gafford has scored in double figures in four of his last five appearances, which gives his fantasy value a slight boost despite his playing time still being restricted.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #21
6 days ago
Flagg, who was a game-time call for Sunday’s game, is good to go. Also of note is Gafford’s return after sitting out Friday’s loss to the Celtics. As a result, Dwight Powell will head to the bench.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
6 days ago
Powell was initially listed as probable, so his availability for Sunday’s game against the Raptors isn’t a surprise. The 34-year-old power forward might not have much of a role with Marvin Bagley III (neck) also available.
DAL • Small Forward • #
6 days ago
Flagg was initially listed as questionable with a foot injury and it came down to a game-time decision, but the rookie is available for Sunday’s game against the Raptors. He’s coming off a 16-point performance in Friday’s loss to the Celtics.
DAL • Power Forward • #
6 days ago
Bagley was initially listed as questionable with a sprained neck, but was ruled in for Sunday’s game against the Raptors. He’s returning after missing the last five games. Bagley will have the same role as backup to starting center Daniel Gafford.
DAL • Center and Power Forward • #7
7 days ago
Powell is dealing with tightness in his calf, casting some doubt on his availability. However, the veteran forward/center is probable to play. Marvin Bagley III (neck) is questionable; if he can play, that likely drops Powell down in the pecking order.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #
7 days ago
Flagg played both games of Dallas’s recent back-to-back, logging 30 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Celtics. If the rookie can’t play on Sunday, Naji Marshall, Caleb Martin and Brandon Williams are potential replacements in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Power Forward • #
7 days ago
Bagley has missed Dallas’s last five games with a sprained neck. With Moussa Cissé listed as doubtful for G League eligibility reasons, Bagley may be closer to playing on Sunday than not. If he returns, Bagley will slot in as the backup to Daniel Gafford.
Source: NBA Injury Report
DAL • Small Forward • #13
8 days ago
While his role makes Marshall a player worth rolling the dice on in fantasy leagues, his value has been ranked outside of the top-200 since the All-Star break. Against the Celtics, Marshall shot 50 percent from the field and dished out a few assists, but the overall production was underwhelming. He’ll look to end Week 19 on a high note when the Mavericks visit the Raptors on Sunday.
DAL • Shooting Guard and Small Forward • #31
8 days ago
Outside of the points and three-pointers, Thompson’s stat line was incredibly lean. That said, those who are still rostering the veteran wing do so explicitly for the points and triples. Thompson is a deep-league option at best, and that’s if he isn’t down at some point before the end of the regular season.
DAL • Small Forward • #
8 days ago
A native of Newport, Maine, Boston will be the closest to his hometown that Flagg gets to play. While Jayson Tatum’s return to the Celtics was the biggest headline, many made the trip south to watch their native son play. Flagg didn’t have a good night shooting the basketball, but fantasy managers did receive good production in the rebound and assist categories. Dallas plays one more game in Week 19, visiting the Raptors on Sunday.