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MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: Marc Stein
MEM • Center • #14
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Power Forward • #15
4 months ago
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.
Source: Grizzlies PR
MEM • Point Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
HOU • G • #15
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Forward • #35
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
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.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
4 months ago
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.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Forward • #35
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
HOU • G • #15
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: Will Guillory
HOU • Center • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: Will Guillory
HOU • • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: Will Guillory
HOU • • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: Damichael Cole
HOU • Forward • #35
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Guard-Forward • #1
4 months ago
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.
Source: Will Guillory
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
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.
Source: Drew Hill
HOU • Forward • #17
4 months ago
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.
Source: Danielle Lerner
HOU • • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: Mike Curtis
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Center • #2
4 months ago
Landale continues to provide the Grizzlies with solid production at the starting center spot. He shot efficiently and turned in another double-digit scoring performance on the heels of a 16-point game against the Lakers. Sunday marked his third time within the past seven days that he’s reached at least 14 points and had multiple three-point makes in a game. Landale appears to have some comfort in this Memphis offense, sharing the starting frontcourt alongside Jaren Jackson Jr. He has served as a nice starting center while Memphis deals with injuries.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
4 months ago
Williams had better production in his second appearance of the season and was one of several Grizzlies players to provide value off the bench against the Raptors on Sunday. In just 21 minutes of action, his efficient shooting and contributions from beyond the arc allowed him to finish as one of Memphis’ top scorers on the evening, while also concluding as one of the team’s better facilitators. As Williams logs more game reps after a heel injury forced him to miss the beginning of the season, there’s a chance his workload and production could increase going forward.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #24
4 months ago
Starting point guard Ja Morant is serving a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Spencer will fill the void, making the second start of his NBA career. With the Grizzlies also being without Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr., Spencer is worth the streaming risk in deeper leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
HOU • • #
4 months ago
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.
Source: NBA Injury Report
HOU • Forward • #35
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
4 months ago
Morant’s suspension stems from comments made following Friday’s loss to the Lakers. The Grizzlies’ point guard had a disappointing performance, shooting 3-of-14 from the field and finishing with eight points, one rebound, seven assists and one steal in 31 minutes. When asked about his struggles, Morant told the assembled media to “go ask the coaching staff.” According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo challenged Morant’s leadership following the game, to which the point guard responded in a way that prompted the suspension. He’ll miss Sunday’s game against the Raptors, making Cam Spencer and Vince Williams Jr. players to consider grabbing off the waiver wire.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard • #
4 months ago
Jackson isn’t the offensive catalyst that Ja Morant is for the Grizzlies, but he’s certainly one of the teams’ best players. The 26-year-old power forward had just two points in the second half as Memphis blew a 14-point halftime lead to the Lakers on Friday. Jackson was also fairly quiet in the other categories as he had four rebounds, one assist and no blocks or steals before he fouled out. He could stand to be more assertive on offense as he only took eight shots in the game while Ja Morant, Jaylen Wells, Santi Aldama, Cedric Coward and Vince Williams Jr. all took more in a close loss.
HOU • Center • #28
4 months ago
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.
HOU • • #
4 months ago
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.
HOU • Forward • #35
4 months ago
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.