Reed Sheppard shot 8-of-11 from the field and 0-of-1 from the foul line in Wednesday’s win over the Wizards, scoring 21 points with three rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and five three-pointers.

Tari Eason accumulated 20 points (7-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds and four three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Wizards.

While the usual suspects played well for the Rockets on Wednesday, the team also received excellent production from its bench. Eason recorded his second 20-point game of the season and finished one three-pointer shy of his previous high. He’s ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats, with decreases in rebounds and steals production lowering Eason’s value. He did not record any defensive stats on Wednesday, the only thing that fantasy managers could complain about when assessing Eason’s performance.

Alperen Şengün amassed 16 points (6-of-13 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), 13 rebounds, six assists and two three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Wizards.

Şengün has recorded six double-doubles this season, including Wednesday’s effort against the Wizards. The final stat line was modest, but Şengün has dished out at least six assists in every game he’s played. He’s providing third-round value in eight-cat formats, not too far removed from his Yahoo! ADP of 19. Şengün and the Rockets should be challenged more on Friday when they host the Trail Blazers in an NBA Cup group play matchup.

Kevin Durant accounted for 23 points (7-of-16 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Wizards.

The Rockets grabbed control of Wednesday’s game early, scoring 40 points in the first quarter and 41 in the second. That may have limited Durant’s output, as he only needed to play 31 minutes. He’s failed to score at least 20 points in a game just twice this season, providing the consistent production the Rockets hoped to receive when they acquired the future Hall of Famer from the Suns during the offseason. Houston hosts Portland on Friday in an NBA Cup group play matchup.

Vince Williams added 12 points (4-of-12 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, and three three-pointers against the Celtics on Wednesday.

Williams replaced Ja Morant in the starting lineup on Wednesday and had an up-and-down performance in his 25 minutes. He did well on the glass and flashed some facilitating skills, but shot inefficiently from beyond the arc during the blowout loss. If Morant can’t go on Saturday against the Cavaliers, Williams is likely to remain in the starting lineup. Regardless, he’ll have a chance to improve on Wednesday’s performance.

Santi Aldama produced 14 points (4-of-11 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers on Wednesday against the Celtics.

Aldama was one of the most productive Grizzlies against the Celtics on Wednesday. He finished second on the team in scoring, tied for the most rebounds and assists, and used active hands on the defensive end to collect three stocks. Inefficient shooting prevented Aldama from having an even more productive performance. Still, he finished with a solid line in the loss.

Jaren Jackson Jr. finished Wednesday’s loss to the Celtics with 18 points (7-of-15 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), two rebounds, one steal, one block and one three-pointer.

Jackson Jr. played just 23 minutes on Wednesday, thanks to the score being one-sided, in favor of the Celtics. He led the Grizzlies in scoring and led the team in field-goal attempts along the way. He added a couple stocks on the defensive end but otherwise found very little production elsewhere. Jackson has scored 17 or more points in six of seven games during November.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (elbow) will not return to Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.

Caldwell-Pope’s night has ended prematurely due to a sore right elbow. He played 19 minutes, going scoreless (0-of-3 FGs) with three rebounds, three assists and one steal. KCP’s absence should result in more playing time for rookie Cedric Coward, who has been Memphis’ best performer this season in terms of fantasy value. He’ll be an even more popular fantasy add if Caldwell-Pope misses time.

Vince Williams Jr., Jaylen Wells, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale will start Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.

Memphis will not have Ja Morant for Wednesday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Williams will replace him, although Cam Spencer should also play plenty. Williams’ production when available this season does not make him a must-stream player, but this is a good opportunity for him to show what he can do in a more prominent role.

Ja Morant (ankle) will not play against the Celtics on Wednesday.

Ankle soreness will give Morant his first injury-related absence of the season, as he is set to miss Wednesday’s game when the Grizzlies take on the Celtics on the second night of a back-to-back. Morant is currently averaging his fewest points per game since his rookie season and is logging a career-high in turnovers per game. Cam Spencer is a candidate to replace Morant in the starting lineup.

Zach Edey (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.

Edey is still yet to appear in game this season, but his doubtful listing is a step in the right direction in his recovery. Grizzlies coach Tuomas lisalo told reporters he’s seen Edey practice recently and that he’s still not 100 percent. The 23-year-old center is getting closer to a return, but don’t expect him to be available Wednesday against the Celtics.

Ja Morant (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.

Morant is dealing with right ankle soreness. The 26-year-old point guard’s status is truly up in the air given his questionable listing. The Grizzlies are on the second night of a back-to-back after losing to the Knicks Tuesday night. Morant has appeared in 11 of the team’s 12 games this year, though durability hasn’t been his strong suit over the course of his career.

Cedric Coward tallied 11 points (3-of-10 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocked shots in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks.

Coward struggled from deep in his first trip to Madison Square Garden, shooting 0-of-5 from beyond the arc. However, the rookie guard provided solid value in assists, steals and blocked shots. Coward’s ability to fill a stat line has made him one of the more valuable rookies in fantasy basketball, as he’s providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats and top-75 value in eight-cat. Rostered in 38 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Coward deserves more consideration, even with the Grizzlies only playing twice more during Week 4.

Vince Williams Jr. amassed 14 points (4-of-7 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists and three three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks.

The Grizzlies accumulated 22 turnovers on the night, with Williams being responsible for five. However, he had a solid night overall, establishing season-highs in rebounds and assists while matching his previous high in points. Rostered in one percent of Yahoo! leagues, Williams has not been productive enough to impact fantasy basketball. Leave him on the waiver wire.

Ja Morant accounted for 16 points (4-of-14 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, 10 assists and two three-pointers in Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks.

While Morant finished Tuesday’s loss with his third double-double of the season, he had a brutal first half. The Grizzlies’ point guard racked up three assists and seven turnovers before halftime, at times looking like he’d rather be anywhere else than Madison Square Garden. Morant was better in the second half, and Memphis was able to pull to within 10 points before New York shut the door. Given his reported frustrations, Morant’s situation is one to watch as Memphis navigates multiple injuries.

Jaren Jackson Jr. finished Tuesday’s loss to the Knicks with 19 points (7-of-14 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers.

The Grizzlies have lost six of their last seven games, but Jackson’s production has been relatively consistent. He’s scored at least 17 points in three straight and five of his last six games. The issue for Jackson has been foul trouble, with the Grizzlies forward picking up his third disqualification of the season on Tuesday. With Ja Morant’s inconsistent effort and production, the Grizzlies need even more from Jackson. And fantasy managers would also benefit from improved production.

Brandon Clarke (knee) will return in six-to-nine weeks.

This announcement from the Grizzlies means that Clarke will return between December 23 and January 13. Clark underwent a procedure in September, which has prevented him from suiting up this season. Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama and Jock Landale will continue to fill the post minutes until Zach Edey (ankle) and Clarke return, though Edey’s return should be much earlier.

Javon Small (toe) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks.

Small will miss another game due to a sore toe on his left foot, but his absence does not impact fantasy basketball. The Grizzlies’ point guard rotation will continue to consist of starter Ja Morant and reserve Cam Spencer.

Cedric Coward accumulated 13 points (4-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder.

Like many of his teammates, Coward struggled inside the arc on Sunday, shooting 1-of-6. However, he made half of his six three-point attempts and was active on the boards, recording his second double-double. Rostered in 36 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Coward is providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats. The negative in the short term is that Memphis’ three-game Week 4 starts with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back, which may limit Coward’s value. However, he should have staying power in fantasy basketball throughout the season.

Ja Morant shot 3-of-18 from the field and 3-of-4 from the foul line in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder, scoring 11 points, with three rebounds, eight assists, one steal and two three-pointers.

While Morant looked better in Friday’s win over the Mavericks, all isn’t fine for the Grizzlies’ point guard. Pestered throughout Sunday’s game by Oklahoma City’s guards, he shot 1-of-11 from inside the three-point line. Add in the foul trouble, and this was a rough night for Morant and those who have him rostered. With the Grizzlies playing three games during Week 4, the hope is that a trip to Madison Square Garden on Tuesday will help Morant rediscover the “joy” he’s claimed to have lost recently.

Jaren Jackson Jr. accumulated 17 points (6-of-16 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, two blocks and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Thunder.

Jackson didn’t have the best night shooting the basketball, and his finishing in the paint was the issue. The Grizzlies forward shot 3-of-8 in the paint, which negatively impacted his overall field-goal percentage. However, the rebounds, blocks and three-pointers were solid, so all wasn’t lost for fantasy managers who have Jackson rostered. He’s providing seventh-round value in nine-cat formats, which isn’t the production that many hoped for based on JJJ’s Yahoo! ADP of 36. Memphis plays three games during Week 4, starting with the Knicks on Tuesday.

Reed Sheppard recorded 16 points (6-of-10 FGs), two assists, four steals, one block and four three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Bucks.

While Sheppard got off to an inconsistent start on the offensive end of the floor, he’s picked up the production recently. The second-year guard has reached double figures in three straight games, and he’s recorded seven steals during this stretch. Sheppard’s four steals on Sunday were a career-high, surpassing the three he recorded in an October 25 loss to the Pistons. While he still isn’t at the point where he has to be rostered in 12-team leagues, Sheppard is a player to watch for the back end of Week 4, as Houston doesn’t play again until Wednesday.

Alperen Şengün amassed 23 points (10-of-15 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 11 rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer in Sunday’s win over the Bucks.

With his streak of three straight games with a double-double ending in Friday’s loss to the Spurs, Şengün got to work on another streak Sunday afternoon. Of the five double-doubles he has recorded this season, the Rockets center has scored at least 20 points in four. He and Kevin Durant have worked well alongside each other, with both ranked safely within the top-50 in eight-cat formats. The Rockets begin a three-game Week 4 on Wednesday against the Wizards.

Kevin Durant tallied 31 points (11-of-15 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists and two three-pointers in Sunday’s win over the Bucks.

Durant produced an offensive masterclass on Sunday, missing only four shots from the field and recording his third 30-point game of the season. And this comes on the heels of a three-game run that was anything but the norm for Durant. During that stretch, he averaged 18.7 points per game while shooting 35.2 percent from the field. It’s safe to say that Durant is back on track ahead of Houston’s three-game Week 4, and the Rockets don’t play again until Wednesday.

Javon Small (toe) is out for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Since Ja Morant and Cam Spencer are available, Small’s absence will not impact the Grizzlies’ rotation or fantasy basketball. He should already be on the waiver wire in all leagues.

Santi Aldama (shoulder) is available for Sunday’s game against the Thunder.

Aldama is good to go after initially being listed as questionable with a left shoulder issue that’s been a problem recently. He’ll take on his usual role off the bench, providing late-round fantasy value behind starter Jaren Jackson Jr.

Santi Aldama (shoulder) is questionable to play against the Thunder on Sunday.

Aldama dealt with a left shoulder issue in October, and it’s popping back up. If he is forced to miss Sunday’s game, GG Jackson and Olivier-Maxence Prosper could return to the rotation to make up for Aldama’s absence.

Jaren Jackson Jr. accumulated 17 points (6-of-9 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds and two three-pointers in the victory over the Mavericks on Friday.

Jackson Jr. had an unspectacular night overall, but shot efficiently in the 29 minutes he played. He drained a pair of three-pointers in the process and connected on all three of his free throws. Yet, the former Defensive Player of the Year didn’t record any stocks and had very little impact on the glass. His scoring was the only noteworthy contribution from a fantasy basketball standpoint.

Cedric Coward amassed 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in Friday’s win over the Mavericks.

Coward finished Friday’s win as one of two Grizzlies to reach the 20-point mark. His scoring total came by way of efficient shooting and solid production from beyond the arc. And a second consecutive game with at least nine rebounds nearly landed the rookie his second double-double of the season. Coward continues to impress and could eventually make his way to the starting unit if he remains productive.

Ja Morant logged 21 points (7-of-20 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, 13 assists and three steals in Friday’s victory over the Mavericks.

Despite not shooting well from either inside or beyond the arc, Morant volumed his way to his first 20-point game of November. The more impressive part of his outing, however, was how well he made plays for others — the superstar guard set a season high in assists, although the strong facilitating was met with a season-worst seven turnovers. The double-double marked the second of the season for Morant, as he helped the Grizzlies stop a four-game skid.

Kevin Durant tallied 24 points (8-of-18 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), one rebound, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Spurs on Friday.

Durant added another 20-point game to his collection, marking the sixth time he’s done so as a Houston Rocket. As he often does, the two-time Finals MVP thrived as a scorer at all three levels and also found production at the free-throw line. However, he committed a season-high eight turnovers and totaled his fewest rebounds of the season. Durant lacked the all-around production on Friday, but he will have a chance to have a more balanced performance on Sunday against the Bucks.

Alperen Sengun amassed 25 points (10-of-22 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, eight assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer on Friday against the Spurs.

Sengun had another balanced performance on Friday against the Spurs, which was good enough to nearly collect a triple-double. Such well-rounded stat lines are the new normal for Sengun in his fifth NBA season, having firmly placed himself on the short list of upper-echelon centers. Inefficient shooting from beyond the arc ultimately led to him falling short of his scoring average and prevented him from achieving an even more dominant final stat line. Still, Sengun logged another solid game overall.

Reed Sheppard finished Friday’s 16 points (6-of-10 FGs), six assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Friday’s loss to the Spurs.

Sheppard set a new season-high in points and logged his second double-digit scoring performance in a row, again using the three-point shot to his advantage on Friday. His best moments came during the second quarter, when he led the Rockets in scoring, tallying eight points and a pair of triples. The second-year guard has seen increased opportunities early in this season and is taking advantage of them. He’s not an impactful fantasy player yet, but he could potentially become one if he remains on this upward trajectory.

Steve Adams (hip) will play against the Spurs on Friday.

Adams will rejoin the Rockets’ rotation after a one-game absence due to a hip injury. He’ll remain off the bench for the fifth straight game following his initial inclusion in the starting lineup to begin the season. The veteran is averaging 6.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 0.7 blocks and 1.0 steals per game through six regular-season appearances.

Steven Adams (hip) is questionable to play against the Spurs on Friday.

After missing the Rockets’ last game with a hip injury, Adams is in danger of missing another. Clint Capela had 10 rebounds in 16 minutes off the bench on Wednesday and should fill the backup center minutes again if Adams remains out.

Jaren Jackson Jr. has nine points (2-of-6 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and five blocks against the Rockets on Wednesday.

Ja Morant wasn’t the only culprit in the Grizzlies’ loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Jackson had his lowest scoring output of the season with nine points on six attempts from the field. This was just the second time in eight games that the 26-year-old power forward shot worse than 50 percent in a game. Jackson is certainly better than this, but if he was more aggressive in getting shots up he wouldn’t have to be so efficient to get his points. If the Grizzlies are going to stop this three-game losing streak from growing, they’re going to need Jackson, who they signed to a max contract this offseason, to step up.

Ja Morant had 17 points (6-of-19 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, one block, one steal and one three-pointer against the Rockets on Wednesday.

Since winning the season opener against the Pelicans, the Grizzlies are 2-6. After Tuesday’s game, Morant said he doesn’t have his usual joy this year. It’s unlikely that he feels any differently after another loss Wednesday, this time to the Rockets and the Grizzlies’ third loss in a row. Morant is averaging 14.3 points per game on 28.6 percent shooting and four turnovers per game during the losing streak. It doesn’t get much easier for the 26-year-old point guard with home matchups against the Mavericks and Thunder on tap this weekend.

Alperen Sengun had 20 points (6-of-14 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), 16 rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one block against the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

Sengun has now recorded a double-double in three consecutive games. While the 23-year-old plays the center position, he gets a good amount of assists and is currently on pace for a career-high in assists with Fred VanVleet (knee) out this year. Sengun had a second-round ADP this draft season and he’s certainly living up to it so far this season.

Amen Thompson had 28 points (13-of-26 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one three-pointer in the Rockets’ 124-109 victory over the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

Thompson stayed hot on the offensive end as the Rockets won their fifth game in a row against the Grizzlies on Wednesday. The 22-year-old point guard followed up his 27-point effort on Monday with 28 points on Wednesday. Thompson is one of the best rebounding guards in the league and has had at least seven assists in four of his last five games. If his scoring keeps up, he could have a monster season with Fred VanVleet (knee) likely to miss the entire year.

Steven Adams (hip) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Due to tightness in his right hip flexor, Adams will not play in Wednesday’s game. However, the Rockets welcome back Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) after a one-game absence, so Houston should be fine from a depth standpoint. Clint Capela can take on some of the minutes that would have gone to Adams.

Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Smith is back after a one-game absence. He’ll regain his place in the starting lineup, with Tari Eason heading back to the bench. While his fantasy ceiling is lowered when used in a reserve role, Eason should still be rostered in 12-team leagues.

Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Smith did not play in Monday’s win over the Mavericks, and Tari Eason replaced him in the starting lineup. If Smith cannot return on Wednesday, Eason will retain that role, raising his fantasy ceiling.

Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 21 points (8-of-14 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and four three-pointers against the Pistons on Monday.

Jackson set his season-high for scoring in a second straight game. After scoring 20 points against Toronto on Sunday, he exceeded that mark against Detroit as the Grizzlies dropped a third straight game. Jackson’s scoring has been down early on this season, mostly due to seeing fewer shot attempts. However, he’s shooting efficiently, which helps make up for the lack of volume. He’ll look to make it three straight 20-point outings when they take on the Rockets on Wednesday.

Cedric Coward provided a boost off the bench with 17 points (5-of-9 FGs), six rebounds, two assists and three three-pointers against the Pistons on Monday.

Coward has cooled off a bit after a scorching hot start to his career, but he has still been solid off the bench. He played a career-high 31 minutes in this game, which was more than both Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (25) and Jaylen Wells (21). Wells had a rough shooting night, but this is a situation worth monitoring. Coward could make a move into the starting unit if he keeps playing this well.

Ja Morant returned to the lineup on Monday and contributed 18 points (5-of-16 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), six rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and five turnovers in a 114-106 loss to the Pistons.

After serving a one-game suspension for “conduct detrimental to the team”, Morant returned to his role as the Grizzlies’ starting point guard. It was a subpar shooting night, but he was able to record a double-double. After the game, he was asked if he has his usual joy, and he said “no.” Clearly, the saga in Memphis will continue, though winning does seems to cure all. Unfortunately, the schedule doesn’t get any easier, with the Rockets up next on the schedule on Wednesday.

Kevin Durant shot 6-of-18 from the field and 7-of-7 from the foul line in Monday’s win over the Mavericks, finishing with 21 points, six rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers.

Durant struggled with his shot on Monday, making two of his eight attempts from beyond the arc. However, he did record a complete stat line, providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories. Thus far, Durant has been a top-20 player in nine-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo! ADP. KD and the Rockets play three more games during Week 3, starting with the Grizzlies on Wednesday.

Alperen Şengün tallied 26 points (10-of-20 FGs, 6-of-11 FTs), 11 rebounds, six assists and one steal in Monday’s win over the Mavericks.

Şengün finished Monday’s victory with his third double-double of the season and second in as many games. The Rockets center has been a top-30 player in eight- and nine-cat formats thus far, proving slightly more valuable in the former. Şengün is currently averaging a career-high 7.3 assists per game, benefiting from more opportunities to facilitate with Fred VanVleet (knee) sidelined. At this rate, it would be unsurprising if Şengün produced a top-25 fantasy season.

Amen Thompson amassed 27 points (11-of-18 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Monday’s win over the Mavericks.

Thompson came out hot to begin Monday’s game, scoring 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting in the first half. That’s the highest point total he’s recorded in a single half in his NBA career. The Mavericks did a better job defending Thompson after the intermission, but he still recorded an excellent overall stat line. His fantasy value has been low thus far, due mainly to turnovers and a low free-throw percentage. However, fantasy managers should not be too concerned, especially with Fred VanVleet (knee) likely missing the entire season.

Ja Morant, Jaylen Wells, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jock Landale will start against the Pistons on Monday.

Morant will be back in the starting lineup after serving a one-game suspension. His return will push Cam Spencer back to the bench after an unproductive start against Toronto. If Spencer was streamed in, he can be returned to the waiver wire.

Amen Thompson, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant, Tari Eason and Alperen Sengun will start against the Mavericks on Monday.

Jabari Smith Jr. is sidelined with an ankle injury, which opens the door for Eason to move into the starting unit. Eason started the year off slow but has played well over the last three games. This will be his first start of the season, which will provide him with a nice boost in fantasy.

Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is out for Monday’s game against the Mavericks.

Smith has been downgraded from questionable to out, opening up a spot in the Rockets’ starting lineup. Tari Eason will move into the starting lineup, and he’s worth streaming for the rebounding and defensive potential.

Jaren Jackson Jr. tallied 20 points (8-of-15 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer on Sunday against the Raptors.

JJJ scored a team-high in points on a night in which the Grizzlies were without their leading scorer, Ja Morant. With the efficient shooting, Jackson Jr. was able to reach the 20-point mark for the first time this season. The former Defensive Player of the Year didn’t land any stocks in this game, however, which has now happened in back-to-back games and for the third time already this season. The Grizzlies, and fantasy managers, would likely benefit from Jackson Jr. returning to last year’s form.

Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Mavericks.

Smith is on the injury report with a sprained right ankle sustained during Saturday’s comfortable win over the Celtics. If he cannot play on Monday, Tari Eason and Steven Adams are potential replacements in the starting lineup. With the Mavericks’ lack of interior depth, Eason may be the more likely choice.

Kevin Durant amassed 26 points (8-of-11 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block over 29 minutes to power the Rockets to a 128-101 blowout win over the Celtics.

Durant’s unmatched scoring ability has elevated Houston’s offense to another level, as the Rockets boast a league-best 125.2 offensive rating through the season’s first week. The 37-year-old future Hall of Famer came out blazing in this one, knocking down 7-of-8 shots and pouring in 20 first-half points to give Houston an 18-point cushion at the break. He likely would’ve cleared the 30-point mark for the third time in six games had Boston kept it closer down the stretch. Durant will lead the Rockets into a four-game week beginning Monday at home against the Mavericks before a three-game road swing through Memphis, San Antonio, and Milwaukee.

Alperen Sengun registered 16 points (5-of-13 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, nine assists, one steal and two blocks across 30 minutes in Saturday’s one-sided win over the Celtics

Sengun fell one assist shy of recording a triple-double as Houston’s sheer size and athleticism advantages were simply too much for the undersized Celtics. He shot just 38 percent from the floor in this one, but he was able to pull down 10 rebounds and served as the Rockets de-facto point guard for large stretches of the contest. The 23-year-old burgeoning star has certainly lived up to his lofty second-round ADP for fantasy managers in the early stages of the season.

Alperen Sengun had 18 points (6-of-8 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), eight rebounds, nine assists, two blocks, two steals and one three-pointer against the Raptors on Wednesday.

Sengun offers one of the highest floors in fantasy basketball. The 23-year-old center has had at least 17 points, at least six rebounds and at least six assists in all four games so far this season. Sengun is paying off his second round ADP partly thanks to his improved three-point shooting. He’s made 8-of-14 three-point attempts to start the year.

Jabari Smith Jr. had 25 points (8-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers against the Raptors on Wednesday.

Smith became the youngest Rocket in franchise history to have at least 25 points, at least five rebounds and at least five assists in a game without turning the ball over. The 22-year-old forward had his best game of the season so far. If Smith could sustain this production, we’d be talking about a breakout season and a spot on the All-Star team.

Kevin Durant had 31 points (11-of-19 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and four three-pointers in the Rockets’ 139-121 victory over the Raptors on Wednesday.

The Rockets have now scored at least 130 points in consecutive games and Durant has combined for 50 points in the two games. The 37-year-old power forward found his three-point shot as he made four three-pointers for the first time against the Raptors Wednesday. Durant will continue to be the focal point of the Houston offense.