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PHX • Forward • #17
12 months ago
Martin didn’t see the floor on Friday, which was the first time he was cleared to play since being traded to Phoenix. However, he logged eight minutes off the bench on Sunday. Morris hasn’t played in over a month, though that wasn’t always because of this back injury,. Both players are expected to be available, but neither is expected to play a significant role, if they see the floor at all.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards is on track to play Monday night after returning from a sprained ankle on Sunday. He played 19 minutes against the Lakers, with rookie Oso Ighodaro taking on the backup center role. Ighodaro would only be worth a look if Richards were ruled out, but that appears unlikely based on the “probable” tag.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
Unsurprisingly, Beal is out after experiencing tightness in his left hamstring during Sunday’s loss to the Lakers. While Collin Gillespie started the third quarter in Beal’s absence, he has not done enough to merit being streamed. Tyus Jones will also have added importance and should be ahead of Gillespie in the pecking order. As for Allen, Monday’s game will be the fourth he has missed with a strained foot. Royce O’Neale and Ryan Dunn will continue to play additional minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
12 months ago
Williams is available after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Heat, which was Memphis’ second game in as many days. He played 18 minutes off the bench against the Cavaliers on Friday, and fantasy managers should expect a similar workload for Williams. That isn’t enough to make him worth the streaming risk in most leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama has missed Memphis’ last five games with a strained right calf, and that number is likely to hit six on Monday. Vince Williams Jr. is available and will likely play additional minutes if Aldama is ruled out. However, Williams has not done enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Pippen is dealing with a sore left wrist, hence his appearance on the Grizzlies’ injury report. With Ja Morant (shoulder) out, a few more minutes may be available to Pippen if he can play. However, Luke Kennard has been the starter on nights when the Grizzlies are without Morant. Kennard is worth streaming in deep leagues, with Morant’s absence also raising Desmond Bane’s fantasy ceiling.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant missed Saturday’s game with a shoulder injury and now he’s dealing with a hamstring issue. The Grizzlies point guard will be replaced by Luke Kennard, who has started alongside Desmond Bane with Morant sidelined. Scotty Pippen Jr., who recorded a double-double on Saturday, will also have a higher fantasy ceiling.
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards returned to the Suns’ lineup after missing two games with a sprained ankle. He only played 19 minutes, with Oso Ighodaro (four points, five rebounds and two assists) logging 22 off the bench. Since joining the Suns, Richards has been a fantasy disappointment, but being a starter makes him worth holding onto in deep leagues. With the Suns facing the Raptors on Monday, his status is worth monitoring. Ighodaro could be moved into a starting role if Richards misses that one.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Like Kevin Durant, Booker shot 6-of-17 from the field on Sunday. The good news for fantasy managers was Booker’s assist tally, making it two straight games in double figures in that category. Since the All-Star break, he has provided top-25 value in eight-cat formats. With the Suns losing Bradley Beal (hamstring) again, they’ll need more production from Booker as the team looks to chase down the Mavericks for the final play-in spot.
PHX • Forward • #35
12 months ago
Durant and the Suns had a rough afternoon in Los Angeles, as they began with little energy and then lost Bradley Beal to hamstring tightness. KD had a subpar day shooting-wise, but fantasy managers can use the rebound production. Since the All-Star break, the Suns star has been an elite option in eight-cat formats. Durant will look to get back on track when the Suns begin a three-game Week 20 against the Raptors on Monday.
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
Beal is again injured, as tightness in his left hamstring has ended his Sunday afternoon. Collin Gillespie started the third quarter but is not a player fantasy managers should look to add if Beal misses time. Tyus Jones should also have an expanded role within the Suns rotation.
Source: Duane Rankin
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
It has been over a month since Morris played in a game, but his upgrade to questionable ahead of Sunday’s game may mean he will be available soon. However, he hasn’t been part of the rotation when healthy, so even if he is able to suit up this week, it won’t impact the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards was initially listed as probable after missing the Suns’ last two games with an ankle injury. Mason Plumlee and Oso Ighodaro split the minutes at center, though neither was productive. Plumlee will likely return to playing a reserve role with Richards back.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
12 months ago
When the Grizzlies are without Ja Morant, Bane’s full game tends to be unlocked. That was the case on Saturday, as he shot over 50 percent from the field and finished two assists shy of a triple-double. Since the All-Star break, Bane has provided top 20 value in eight-cat formats and top 25 in nine-cat. The Grizzlies begin a three-game Week 20 in Sacramento on Monday.
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
Jackson was dominant on Saturday, having now scored 30 points or more on 12 occasions this season. That equals his tally from the 2023-24 campaign, a year in which JJJ was the lone Grizzlies star in the lineup on most nights. Jackson has been a top 20 player in nine-cat formats since the All-Star break, slightly better than his production for the season.
MEM • Guard • #10
12 months ago
Kennard started Saturday’s game for Ja Morant, who did not play due to a shoulder injury. While the final stat line certainly wasn’t elite, Luke was far from a liability for deep-league managers. His value for Week 20, which begins Monday in Sacramento, depends on Morant’s availability. Kennard won’t need to be rostered if Ja is available.
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris has not appeared in a game since February 8. And the veteran point guard has not been in the rotation when healthy, so there’s no need to consider him for fantasy rosters.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
12 months ago
Allen has missed the Suns’ last two games with a foot injury, and Sunday will push that streak to three. Tyus Jones and Ryan Dunn will play additional minutes, with the latter replacing Royce O’Neale in the starting lineup for Friday’s win over the Kings. Neither Jones nor Dunn has been the most reliable fantasy option this season, but the former offers a higher floor.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards has missed the Suns’ last two games, with Mason Plumlee filling the void in the starting lineup. However, with Plumlee getting ejected from both outings, rookie Oso Ighodaro played extensive minutes off the bench. Neither player is worth rostering, even if Richards has to miss a third straight game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant’s absence impacts the Grizzlies’ rotation and fantasy basketball more, as it opens up a spot in the starting lineup. Luke Kennard is the likely replacement, as his presence would shift more of the playmaking responsibilities onto Desmond Bane’s shoulders. As for Williams, his absence frees up additional minutes for GG Jackson, who should not be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
12 months ago
Williams came off the injured list earlier this week and played 18 minutes in the Grizzlies’ loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. The 24-year-old shooting guard is doubtful for Saturday with a foot injury. GG Jackson could see additional playing time with Williams likely to miss the game.
MEM • Power Forward • #7
12 months ago
Aldama was also out Friday, but with Jaren Jackson Jr. back and the Grizzlies deep rotation of bench players, nobody appears ready to step into a fantasy-relevant role. Scotty Pippen Jr. was the only one to play at least 20 minutes off the bench against the Cavaliers. Aldama would be fantasy-relevant again once he’s available again.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
This one to keep an eye on. Morant has said previously that his shoulder has been an issue all season long, but he hasn’t been on the injury report for most of March. Coming off a 44-point performance Friday night, an injury to the 25-year-old point guard is the last thing fantasy managers want to see. Scotty Pippen Jr. could move into the starting lineup if Morant is out and would be worth streaming.
PHX • Point Guard • #21
12 months ago
While he hasn’t been much of an asset in fantasy leagues since the All-Star break, Jones is capable of the occasional big night. Friday was one of those occasions, as he shot 6-of-6 from beyond the arc. The six triples matched Jones’ season-high, and this was his first 20-point effort since New Year’s Eve. Tyus’ hot shooting helped supplement Bradley Beal’s production, as he finished with 15 points, three rebounds, two assists, one steal and four three-pointers in 26 minutes. As long as Beal remains the preferred option to start, there won’t be much to gain from rostering Jones in most leagues.
PHX • Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Having fallen in the wing pecking order since late January, Dunn was able to start on Friday. And the rookie had a good night, racking up 16 points and four steals in 33 minutes. Dunn didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but the overall production was solid. Royce O’Neale was moved to the bench, finishing Friday’s win with nine points, three rebounds, one assist, two steals and three three-pointers in 21 minutes. While Dunn could be worth a look if he retains his place in the starting lineup, that isn’t guaranteed. And with the Suns only playing three games during Week 20, the schedule doesn’t work in his favor.
PHX • Power Forward • #4
12 months ago
Suns center Mason Plumlee was not around for the second consecutive game for the conclusion. Tossed from Wednesday’s loss to the Rockets after getting into a wrestling match with Steven Adams, Plumlee was whistled for a Flagrant 2 during Friday’s game. His exit freed up minutes for Ighodaro, who recorded a solid stat line in his 32 minutes on the court. There’s no need to consider adding the rookie, who also benefitted from Nick Richards being out with an ankle injury. But he may have earned himself another opportunity to play rotation minutes in the near future.
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
12 months ago
Booker’s 13 assists were a season-high, and he finished Friday’s victory with his tenth double-double. The Suns guard, who has scored 22 points or more in four of his last five outings, has provided second-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. Booker will look to build on Friday’s performance when the Suns visit the Lakers on Sunday.
PHX • Forward • #35
12 months ago
The Suns used a balanced offensive effort to take care of the Kings, with Durant and Devin Booker scoring 22 points apiece to lead the way. Fresh off of his first sub-20 point game in March, KD recorded a complete stat line in his 36 minutes on the court. Since the All-Star break, the Suns forward has been a first-round player in eight-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value. The Suns end Week 19 in Los Angeles, as they’ll face the Lakers on Sunday.
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
Jackson Jr. didn’t appear to be on a minutes limit as he saw 28 minutes in his return from an ankle injury against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old power forward was a little rusty on the offensive end as he scored 13 points on 10 shots including three 3-pointers. Jackson Jr. was his usual active self on the defensive end as he had four steals and two blocks. Fantasy managers can expect the minutes and production to only go up from here.
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
Jackson Jr. didn’t appear to be on a minutes limit as he saw 28 minutes in his return from an ankle injury against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old power forward was a little rusty on the offensive end as he scored 13 points on 10 shots including three 3-pointers. Jackson Jr. was his usual active self on the defensive end as he had four steals and two blocks. Fantasy managers can expect the minutes and production to only go up from here.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant had been on a scoring tear with at least 28 points in four straight games entering play Friday. The 25-year-old point guard put all those performances to shame against the Cavaliers as he dropped 44 points. Morant is a bit of a throwback as he made just one 3-pointer and shot 77 percent from the field. He also had just two turnovers and has now committed two or fewer turnovers in three of his last four games, which is another positive development for fantasy managers.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
12 months ago
Morant had been on a scoring tear with at least 28 points in four straight games entering play Friday. The 25-year-old point guard put all those performances to shame against the Cavaliers as he dropped 44 points. Morant is a bit of a throwback as he made just one three-pointer and shot 77 percent from the field. He also had just two turnovers and has now committed two or fewer turnovers in three of his last four games, which is another positive development for fantasy managers.
PHX • Small Forward • #0
12 months ago
Suns coach Mike Budenholzer has made a change to his starting lineup, as Dunn replaces the struggling Royce O’Neale. While the rookie offers limited offensive value, he can be impactful as a defender. O’Neale will remain in the rotation, but his fantasy value takes a hit when used in a reserve role.
Source: NBA Lineups
PHX • Forward • #17
12 months ago
Martin will take his long-awaited Suns debut on Friday, providing additional depth on the wing. He wasn’t much of a fantasy asset with the Hornets, and that’s unlikely to change immediately in Phoenix.
Source: Amanda Pflugrad
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris remains out due to lower back injury management and does not have a timeline for return. His continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as he has not been in the rotation when healthy.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards missed Wednesday’s game against the Rockets, which allowed Mason Plumlee to start. It’s unclear how the Suns might split up the center minutes between Plumlee and Oso Ighodaro, but neither one is a recommended streaming option.
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
Initially week-to-week after injuring his ankle on March 3, Jackson will play against the team with the NBA’s best record. Whether or not he’s under a minutes restriction has not been revealed by the Grizzlies, but fantasy managers should not expect Jackson to take on a full workload in his first game back. However, GG Jackson’s playing time will take a hit with Jaren back in action.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris is expected to miss another game, but he isn’t part of the Suns’ rotation when he is healthy. His continued absence won’t have an impact on the team’s rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Center and Power Forward • #2
12 months ago
Richards missed Wednesday’s game, which allowed Mason Plumlee to start. However, Oso Ighodaro ended up filling out most of the minutes off the bench at center. If Richards remains out again, Ighodaro will be a better option that Plumlee, though neither was productive enough on Wednesday to be worth streaming in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #8
12 months ago
Allen is expected to miss a second-straight game with this foot injury. Tyus Jones and Ryan Dunn should continue to fill out the reserve minutes on the perimeter, though neither was productive on Wednesday with Allen sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Forward • #17
12 months ago
Martin has yet to make his debut for the Suns and hasn’t played in a game since January. It would be great to see him back on the floor, but it’s unclear where his place in the rotation will be. It is unlikely that he would be a factor in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Center and Power Forward • #13
12 months ago
JJJ suffered a nasty ankle injury on March 3 and was immediately considered “week-to-week” because of it. However, he could be back in the lineup less than two weeks later. Even if he doesn’t play against Cleveland, he is inching closer to a return, which is a great sign for managers in the fantasy playoffs. GG Jackson will likely return to playing a bench role when JJJ returns.
Source: Grizzlies PR
PHX • Guard • #23
12 months ago
Morris is expected to miss another game with this back issue, but even when he is healthy, he isn’t part of the Suns’ rotation. His continued lack of availability won’t alter anybody on the team’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard • #3
12 months ago
Tyus Jones started in place of Beal on Monday, which was the second night of a back-to-back. Jones will likely return to playing a reserve role with Beal back in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
12 months ago
After starting on Sunday, Williams Jr. missed the second leg of the Grizzlies’ back-to-back on Monday. That allowed GG Jackson to start and for Cam Spencer to play a larger role off the bench. Williams Jr. may replace Jackson in the starting lineup and limit Spencer’s minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Center • #14
12 months ago
With both Edey and Clarke sidelined on Monday, Jay Huff started at center, with Marvin Bagley filling out the backup minutes. Huff was more productive in the box score, though neither was a great option. Still, they’ll get another opportunity if Edey and Clarke miss another game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MEM • Guard • #10
12 months ago
After missing Memphis’ last two games, Kennard will be available to play against Utah. His role has been inconsistent, but he should see plenty of minutes, which will likely take some time away from Scotty Pippen Jr.
Source: NBA Injury Report
PHX • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #1
about 1 year ago
Booker has scored at least 24 points in his last three games. The 28-year-old shooting guard turned the ball over five times, which has been an issue lately. He’s had at least four turnovers in six of his last eight games while Booker has also had at least five assists in 13 of his last 14 games, both being a product of more time spent as an on-ball playmaker. He’s been a top-20 fantasy player since the All-Star break.
PHX • Forward • #35
about 1 year ago
Durant has scored at least 29 points in three of his last four games. The 36-year-old small forward has been a scoring machine since the All-Star break. He’s provided top-20 fantasy value on the season and isn’t in danger of being shutdown during the fantasy playoffs, which is critical to fantasy managers.
MEM • Center • #30
about 1 year ago
Huff got the spot start, his first since November, and played 25 minutes with the Grizzlies missing Zach Edey, Vince Williams, Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr. Monday against the Suns. The 27-year-old center wasn’t much on the boards, but he made four 3-pointers. Huff would have some value in deep leagues if a scenario that necessitates him starting were to arise again.
MEM • Point Guard • #1
about 1 year ago
Pippen Jr. came off the bench Monday and played 27 minutes, which was the third-most on the Grizzlies. The 24-year-old point guard had 13 points, but otherwise didn’t have a major impact on the game. Pippen Jr. could continue to see more playing time with all the injuries Memphis is dealing with, but his production leaves something to be desired.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
Morant has scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 13 games. The 25-year-old point guard continues to deal with a shoulder issue, which has cost him some games, but he’s produced seventh-round value in eight-category leagues since the All-Star break. His turnovers have tanked his value in nine-category leagues and Morant turned it over another five times Monday. He’s had at least four turnovers eight times in his last 13 games, which isn’t going to cut it. Morant is outside the top-150 in nine-category formats since the break.
MEM • Center • #30
about 1 year ago
With Zach Edey (ankle) and Vince Williams Jr. (foot) both sidelined, Jackson and Huff will enter the starting unit. This will be Jackson’s first time in the starting lineup this season, while it will be Huff’s first start since November.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
PHX • Point Guard • #21
about 1 year ago
With Monday’s game being the Suns’ second in as many nights, Bradley Beal (calf) will not play. Jones returns to the starting lineup in a change that raises his fantasy ceiling considerably. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: Duane Rankin
MEM • Point Guard • #17
about 1 year ago
Kawamura has been out with shoulder and hamstring injuries recently, but he’ll be available for Monday’s game if needed. The rookie is not in the rotation on most nights when healthy.
Source: Memphis Grizzlies
MEM • Center • #14
about 1 year ago
The Grizzlies are certainly in a bind tonight against the Suns as their four top big men (Edey, Clarke, Santi Aldama, and Jaren Jackson Jr.) have all been ruled out. Marvin Bagley Jr. and Jay Huff are the next available options and would be worth streaming consideration given that someone will need to rebound the ball against Phoenix Monday.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
Williams dealt with a knee injury that kept him out two weeks ago, but made multiple spot starts with Santi Aldama out last week. Unfortunately, the 24-year-old shooting guard finds himself out again, now with a foot injury. Scotty Pippen Jr. could see increased minutes with Williams out and is likely the better fantasy option anyway.
MEM • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 year ago
Bane recorded his fourth 30-point game of the season on Sunday and efficiently got his points. The Grizzlies guard shot over 50 percent from the field and finished one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Bane’s fantasy value since the All-Star break has been elite, as he has been a first-round player in 12-team leagues (eight- and nine-cat formats). The Grizzlies play four games during Week 19, starting with the Suns on Monday.
MEM • Point Guard • #12
about 1 year ago
While Morant’s availability has been occasionally problematic, the last two games were his most productive of the season. He’s recorded consecutive 30-point games for the first time, tallying 63 points, seven rebounds, 14 assists, four steals and four three-pointers. While Morant has been a seventh-round player in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, he’s ranked outside the top 150 in nine-cat due to turnovers. He only committed one on Sunday, a step in the right direction.
MEM • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #5
about 1 year ago
The Grizzlies were without Santi Aldama (calf) for Sunday’s game, so Williams made his second start of the season. Unfortunately, the third-year wing could not find his shot. Scotty Pippen Jr. (12/6/2/2/1 with two three-pointers) provided greater value off the bench despite Ja Morant being available. The Grizzlies take on the Suns on Monday night, so Williams may return to the bench.